Vintage 1937 Hammond Organ Ad Richard II Maurice Evans Ephemera Chicago For Sale

Discover this fascinating vintage full-page advertisement for The Hammond Organ, featuring the renowned Broadway production of Shakespeare's "Richard II." The ad prominently showcases actors Maurice Evans as King Richard II and Olive Deering as his Queen, along with other cast members like Leo Keith, Lionel Hogarth, and Charles Dalton in dramatic scenes from the play. This piece of ephemera highlights the Hammond Organ's role in creating a "magnificent musical setting" for the production, emphasizing its rich and full sound, and its versatility as a concert instrument for any home.This historical advertisement provides a glimpse into the popular culture and technology of its era, promoting the Hammond Organ as a compact, easily movable instrument "no larger than a writing desk." It details the organ's unique principle of creating exquisite tones by electrical impulses and mentions its origin in Chicago. A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage advertisements, theatrical history, musical instruments, or those interested in the cultural impact of the Hammond Organ.

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