The vintage Tesla telephone from the 1960s is a prime example of mid-century modern design, with a compact, streamlined body, handset, and rotary dial forming a cohesive whole. The monochrome black Bakelite surface offers a subtle satin sheen, contrasted only by a small, cream-colored button set on the front of the base. White dial markings add a functional accent, while the coiled cord retains the robust flexibility typical of the era. Solid construction is evident in the visible screws and precisely integrated rotary mechanism. The phone is preserved in very good condition, with authentic period patina and minor signs of use, free from noticeable damage or cracks.This telephone echoes the spirit of the 1960s, when industrial Bakelite merged with organic forms and designers sought balance between everyday utility and modernity. Its curves recall the atmosphere of engineering studios and home living rooms, where each call was a small ritual and the click of the rotary dial promised connection. The understated form and restrained palette allow it to remain a quiet backdrop for the stories it might have overheard.This piece can be used as a striking decorative accent in a 1960s-inspired living room or a collector’s interior, where combining it with teak furniture, minimalist lamps, and vintage graphics would highlight its historic character. It can be paired with darker surfaces or matte ceramics to enhance the depth of its black Bakelite, or placed on a hallway console as a subtle nod to past technologies within a contemporary arrangement.
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Height12 cm
Width18 cm
Length25 cm
Dimension details
Length25 cm
Height12 cm
Width18 cm
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