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“On This Day in the History of Recorded Sound…”

October 30, 1894: Henri Lioret was granted a U.S. patent (No.528,273) for a talking doll, which was eventually manufactured as the “Bebe Jumeau.” This was the first spring-driven talking doll using interchangeable cylinders (made of celluloid).

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Wasn't the same basic mechanism sold in a box as an entertainment device? What years was it sold?

Thanks, Jerry B.

Yes, when sold in a pasteboard box it was call the "Le Merveilleux."

https://edisontinfoil.com/merveilleux.htm

George P.

Thanks George, you always go above and beyond. Much appreciated!

Jerry B.

You're very welcome, Jerry! Thanks for the kind words - -

George P.

There is also this one at the phonogallerie museum in Paris.