Rotary Telephone in Marquetry and Gilt Bronze, Italy, 1970s

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Rotary telephone
Materials: Wooden marquetry, gilded bronze
Period: 1970s
Country: Italy
Good condition according to its age and use.
Dimensions: … Read more Rotary telephone
Materials: Wooden marquetry, gilded bronze
Period: 1970s
Country: Italy
Good condition according to its age and use.
Dimensions: 28 x 18 x 20 cm.

Magnificent rotary telephone in hardwood marquetry with metallic details in gilded bronze finish. It is inspired by the characteristic European models of the 20th century. It is a piece where the wood design plays a leading role, emphasizing its elegance. The piece that holds the handset has excellent details of great quality.
The telephone is made with marquetry, that is, the art of inlaying pieces of different materials, in this case, wood. Marquetry has been used throughout history in both furniture and decorative objects, this phone is an ideal example of the beauty that is achieved through the use of this technique.
It has a great decorative design, with a braided cord that adds distinction and makes it an ideal piece for more traditional settings or for vintage collections. It is not only a decorative object, but represents a symbol of the great technological advance that took place in the last century, making it a unique collector's item.
It does not have RJ11 cable. Decorative function. See less