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Antique French Style Chased Repoussé Gilt Telephone with Carved Jade Inset

About the Item

Antique French style telephone. Decorated in the Asian style. Hand chased gilt brass. Inset with carved jade moth plaque. Bakelite and brass handset. Circa 1920's. Made by Bensabott Jewelers of Chicago. Ringer box included. Telephone components made by Kellogg Switchboard & Supply, Chicago. Presented by us.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bakelite,Brass,Jade,Metal,Engraved,Repoussé
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Telephone is detached from the ringer box. This phone has new silk wiring so I assume it works, but I have no way of checking.
  • Seller Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: american craftsman silversmith Japonesque japonica 12701 1stDibs: LU1585228522342

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