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Thomas Alva Edison original vintage silver gelatin photograph depicting Glenmont, the inventor's historic residence in Llewellyn Park, West Orange, New Jersey.
The photograph presents a beautiful exterior view of Edison's Victorian mansion, photographed from across the expansive front lawn. The residence is surrounded by mature trees and landscaped grounds, with its distinctive gabled roof, chimneys, and architectural details clearly visible.
The reverse bears an early handwritten identification reading "Thos A. Edison, Llewellyn Park," along with additional handwritten photographic reference numbers and editorial markings.
Glenmont was Edison's longtime family residence, purchased in 1886 following his marriage to Mina Miller. Located within the private Llewellyn Park community, the 29-room mansion served as the Edison family's home for more than four decades and remained his residence until his death in 1931. The property is now preserved as part of Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
An attractive original period photograph documenting the personal life and historic residence of one of America's most celebrated inventors.
The photograph measures approximately 9.75 x 7.125 inches. Very good condition with light age toning, minor surface wear, and scattered spotting, primarily on the reverse. Original handwritten notations and editorial markings on the verso.
Thomas Alva Edison (1847–1931) was an American inventor and businessman whose innovations helped shape modern industrial society. Credited with 1,093 United States patents, Edison is best remembered for his development of the practical incandescent light bulb, phonograph, motion picture technology, and electrical power distribution systems.
Edison established his celebrated West Orange laboratory complex near Glenmont in 1887, where he continued his inventive work for the remainder of his life. Both his laboratory and family residence are preserved today as important landmarks of American technological history.
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Thomas Edison - Glenmont Estate, Llewellyn Park - Original Silver Gelatin Photograph
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