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Rare Vintage 1960-70s Brass Tall Stand Cradle Phone Asian Over The Top Design

$ 227.04

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Model: Brass Stand Cradle Phone
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Condition: Used
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Taiwan
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    Rare Vintage 1960-70s Brass Tall Stand Cradle Phone Asian Over The Top Design. Condition is "Used".
    Yes, you are looking at a phone!!!!! Wild, right?!!!! I found this vintage piece at an estate sale in Boston and was immediately drawn to it. I'd never seen anything quite like it and believe me, I've seen alot!! The offering here is a Brass Tall Stand Push Button Phone. At first glance it looked Art Nouveau to me, but upon closer inspection, I saw that it was more an Asian Far East design. This made sense to me after I learned they were produced in Taiwan in the early 1970's. It purports an air of elegance, and a desire to "show-off" a bit. This piece is in good vintage condition. It is 40+ years old and has not been cleaned much. There is a scuff mark on bottom plate, that will most likely buff out. The plastic cover to the middle of the dial is also not present. As stated, the owner explained it still functioned and if I had a landline, could be used. I struggled with the age old decision of whether I should clean it up or not. I've viewed a picture of a brightly cleaned shiny one, it was pretty, but I leave that choice up to the buyer. Some of us out there like a little dinge. This is a heavier piece. It weighs about 20 pounds. It measures 40" tall. The phone in it's cradle measures 10" across. This is a rare treat to find and I'm hoping you will find the perfect spot for it in your home design.