Lot 1261

The Astor Collection

Telephone Collection

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$2,013 USD | Sold

United States | California

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This comprehensive assortment of early telephones showcases an evolution of design and technology beginning with turn of the century examples up to mid-twentieth century models. Highlights of the collection include a 1918 Eurieult candlestick telephone from France with a walnut top, marbleized Bakelite base and a mother-in-law listener, a rare 1899 Western Electric oak ringer box with large sleigh bells, and an attractive 1950s Automatic Electric 3-slot paystation telephone.