Title:
Memorial Centenary of Peter Mitterhofer
Description:
Peter Mitterhofer (1822-1893), from the South Tyrolean town of Partschins, was one of the more inventive men of his time. In addition to practicing his livelihood, carpentry, he produced a series of diverse objects, both useful and artistic, such as loudspeakers, picture frames, washing machines, a device to break up hemp in making rope, and last but not least, five typewriters. He also demonstrated his many talents at local entertainment events, where he performed as musician and ventriloquist.
Country:
Austria
Denomination:
17 öS - Austrian schilling
Issue Date:
1993-02-19
Color:
Multicolor
Print Method:
Photogravure
Perforation:
comb 13½ x 14½
Dimensions:
39 x 30 mm
Emission:
Commemorative
Catalog Numbers:
Mi:AT 2088,Sn:AT 1591,Yt:AT 1916,Sg:AT 2320,AFA:AT 1981,ANK:AT 2118,Un:AT 1916
Date Added:
2025-10-29 14:47:05
Themes:
Anniversaries and Jubilees | Inventions | Inventors | Typewriters
Date Added:
2025-10-29 14:47:05
