Antique Gramophone His Master's Voice Spanish Model 5

Superb Spanish His Master's Voice (His Masters Voice) gramophone model 5, made circa 1925 and in outstanding condition. The gramophone stands out for its attractive color and material combination that turns it into a very appealing and stylish piece. From the mahogany box with marquetry work details till the striking enameled-metal horn, the gramophone shines for its evocative beauty and imposing presence. The box and the horn have been carefully restored and the motor has been overhauled in order to guarantee an excellent performance. The only component part which is not original from the time is the felt that covers the turntable, but it is an exact reproduction. The solid-mahogany wooden boxs side panels are decorated with handmade marquetry details. The background is made of burl veneer and the shapes are made of a light-orange wood. The chrome-plated metal parts have been renewed. The reproducer is an Exhibition model, made by the manufacturing company and a high-quality piece. The Morning Glory horn preserves the original enameled finish, in great condition and with just some punctual restorations. At the horns mouth we can see the famous brand logo; this logo can also be seen at the front side of the box together with a small metal plate with the name of the shop where the gramophone was once sold. Its stately style and amazing sound turn this Spanish His Master's Voice gramophone into an exclusive piece, worthy of inclusion in the collection of a great museum of decorative arts. Measurements: Box: Side: 14.56 in / 37 cm. Height: 7.48 in / 19 cm. Horn: Length: 26 in / 66 cm. Mouths Width: 25.6 in / 65 cm.History of His Masters Voice Inside the cover we find the famous brand logo with the inscription HIS MASTERS VOICE clearly printed in golden lettering. The brand was created in 1899 from a picture by Francis Barraud depicting the dog Nipper listening to his dead owners voice coming from a phonograph. The Gramophone Company bought the picture, but before they told Barraud to change the phonograph for a gramophone of their own. The rest is history: the image became worldly famous and the firm eventually changed its company name for the brand name. The Gramophone Company, based in the United Kingdom, was one of the early recording companies. The company was merged with the Columbia Graphophone Company in 1931 to form Electric and Musical Industries Limited (EMI).