"A Signal from Mars March and Two-Step," 1901
THF129403 / "A Signal from Mars March and Two-Step," 1901
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Artifact Overview
The concept of "life on Mars" did not begin in tabloid magazines. In 1877, when astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli's Mars report was translated into English, one word--canali--was misinterpreted to mean "canal." The idea of intelligent Martian lifeforms was influenced by this misunderstanding. This music documents the rise of "Mars Fever" and its impact upon popular, artistic and scientific cultures.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Sheet music
Date Made
1901
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
By Raymond Taylor. Arranged by E. T. Paull. Published by E. T. Paull Music Co., New York, New York.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2016.56.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 13.75 in
Width: 10.5 in
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