Dancing Men In The Black Maria, Dickson Experimental Sound Film (1895 Original Black & White Film)

Step into the realm of early sound experimentation with this fascinating black and white film from 1895! Originally created for Edison's kinetophone—an innovative blend of the kinetoscope and phonograph—this experimental piece features two men dancing to the accompaniment of a violinist. While this copy remains silent, it offers a rare glimpse into W.K.L. Dickson's pioneering sound-synchronization experiments. Don't miss this intriguing piece of cinematic history!

Source :
D'Almaine, C., Heise, W., Thomas A. Edison, I., Dunston & Edison Collection. (1895) Dickson Experimental Sound Film. Dickson, W. K. -., prod [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694117