{"product_id":"1870-thomas-edison-print","title":"1870 Thomas Edison Print - Young Inventor Portrait Brady-Handy - Phonograph Pioneer Gilded Age - Archival Print","description":"Feature Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1870 Thomas Edison Print. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePREMIUM PHOTO PAPER: Professional luster photo paper with heavyweight construction and semi-gloss finish that minimizes glare while delivering vibrant colors and sharp detail.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDating from between 1870 and 1880, this compelling portrait captures Thomas Edison during the pivotal decade when he transformed from ambitious telegrapher to America's most celebrated inventor. The image forms part of the renowned Brady-Handy photograph collection, preserved at the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Brady-Handy collection represents one of America's most significant photographic archives, documenting politicians, military leaders, and cultural figures who shaped the nineteenth century. Annotations scratched into this negative reference \"Prof. Edison, Phonograph,\" connecting the image to his groundbreaking 1877 invention that first captured and reproduced sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdison established his legendary Menlo Park laboratory in 1876, creating the world's first industrial research facility and earning the nickname \"The Wizard of Menlo Park.\" During this transformative period, he developed the phonograph, perfected the incandescent light bulb, and laid foundations for over one thousand lifetime patents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis striking early portrait preserves the visage of America's most prolific inventor at the dawn of his extraordinary career. Offering a window into the formative years of a genius who electrified the modern world, this photograph represents an extraordinary addition to any collection celebrating American innovation and scientific achievement.","brand":"Historic Prints","offers":[{"title":"8x10 Inch","offer_id":47769966674109,"sku":"ENP0411_0810V","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11x14 Inch","offer_id":47769966706877,"sku":"ENP0411_1114V","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x20 Inch","offer_id":47769966739645,"sku":"ENP0411_1620V","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x24 Inch","offer_id":47769966772413,"sku":"ENP0411_1824V","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x30 Inch","offer_id":47769966805181,"sku":"ENP0411_2430V","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/5459\/3725\/files\/08_C3_9710-1Main_fe4a7db7-d6c4-4bc4-ad46-e2399c859582.jpg?v=1785334070","url":"https:\/\/historicprints.com\/es\/products\/1870-thomas-edison-print","provider":"Historic Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}