1911 New York City footage restored with sound by Guy Jones
Guy Jones, a videomaker, has restored and enhanced a 1911 film of New York City originally shot by the Swedish company Svenska Biografteatern. He slowed the footage and added ambient sounds such as wind, sea noise, horse hooves, and street chatter, making the century-old scene more immersive for modern viewers.
Key facts
- Guy Jones created a series of edited vintage videos on YouTube.
- The original film was shot in New York City in 1911 by Svenska Biografteatern.
- Jones slowed the footage and added ambient sounds.
- Sounds include wind, sea, horse hooves, and people talking.
- The result is described as extremely effective and realistic.
- The video allows viewers to immerse in New York City over a century ago.
- The article was published on Artribune.
- Valentina Tanni is the author of the article.
Entities
Artists
- Guy Jones
- Valentina Tanni
Institutions
- Svenska Biografteatern
- Artribune
- Politecnico di Milano
- Naba – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
Locations
- New York City
- United States