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1891 Antique LM Ericsson Swedish Victorian Walnut Wall Telephone Crank Magneto

$1,490
£1,137.61
€1,314.50
CA$2,091.68
A$2,331.39
CHF 1,223.20
MX$28,470.11
NOK 15,488.40
SEK 14,638.89
DKK 9,810.66

About the Item

Rare antique model 1889 wall telephone by L.M. Ericsson & Co, Stockholm, Sweden. Serial #30929 was manufactured in 1891 with the last service label from 1905. Similar to model AB210, this full-size wall-mounted unit represents L.M. Ericsson's telephone production during the company's early expansion period. This magnificent Victorian telephone displays exceptional craftsmanship with a carved wooden case featuring walnut trim that shows beautiful patterns, a heraldic lithographed decal, two bells, and an original crank magneto. The preservation of original components enhances its historical significance. Such pieces serve dual purposes as both valuable collectibles and distinguished decorative elements that can seamlessly integrate authentic Victorian character into contemporary interiors. Size app.: 77 cm (roughly 30.3 in) high, 30 cm (roughly 11.8 in) wide, 22 cm (roughly 8.7 in) deep. Very good condition, minor age n usage wear, well-preserved original walnut finish and lithographed decal, missing handset, minor cracks to finial. Please study high-res pictures for cosmetic condition! In person actual item may appear darker or brighter than in our pictures, strictly depending on sufficient light in your environment. Weight of app. 9 kg is going to measure 12 kg packed for shipment. The company was founded in 1876 by Lars Magnus Ericsson and is jointly controlled by the Wallenberg family through its holding company Investor AB, and the universal bank Handelsbanken through its investment company Industrivärden. The Wallenbergs and the Handelsbanken sphere acquired their voting-strong A-shares, and thus the control of Ericsson, after the fall of the Kreuger empire in the early 1930s.
  • Attributed to:
    L.M. Ericsson (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.3 in (76.97 cm)Width: 11.8 in (29.98 cm)Depth: 8.7 in (22.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    e.g. 1891
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good condition, minor age n usage wear, well-preserved original walnut finish and lithographed decal, missing handset, minor cracks to finial.
  • Seller Location:
    Sweden, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8776246066152

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