Object ID:
2000.152
Title:
Picht Stenographic Braillewriter
Creator:
Picht, Oskar
Description:
Wooden keys and steel spacing bar; "31196" stamped in a metal plate above the keys; stored in wooden case covered with a black faux leather fabric, case has a black metal handle attached to the removable lid; metal tabs keep writer secure in the felt-lined bottom of case.
Dimensions:
H-4.5 W-10 D-6.5 inches
Date:
ca. 1910
Made by:
Bruno Herde und Friedrich Wendt
Place of Origin:
Berlin, Germany
Provenance:
Oscar Picht (1871-1945) was the director of the Provincial School for the Blind in Bromberg, Germany, from 1910-1920, when he invented his braille shorthand machine. He held multiple German Braillewriter patents. Used for taking notes on 1/2 in. wide paper tape.
Credit Line:
Museum Purchase, 2000.152.
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Picht Stenographic Braillewriter
Picht Stenographic Braillewriter
Picht Stenographic Braillewriter
Picht Stenographic Braillewriter