Technical instrument - Italy - 1920-1930
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Wooden electromechanical annunciator panel from circa 1920–1950, made in Italy, in industrial style.
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Electromechanical annunciator panel - 12 positions - Industrial / Hotel / Telephone - Wooden case - circa 1920–1950
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Description
Original electromechanical annunciator panel dating from the first half of the 20th century (circa 1920–1950).
This is an authentic industrial signaling device used in hotels, switchboards, offices or industrial installations to indicate calls, alarms or room numbers.
The panel contains 12 independent positions, each operated by its own original electromagnetic coil. When activated, the mechanism displays the corresponding number in the front viewing window.
The internal mechanism is fully visible and represents a fine example of electrical engineering and industrial automation technology.
The case is wooden with a glass front and retains a wonderful original patina.
A manual reset knob is present on the side.
A highly decorative collectible item, perfect for:
• collectors of scientific and electrical instruments
• collectors of industrial design
• collectors of early automation equipment
• vintage industrial interior decorations
Rare electromechanical signaling panel with visible original electromagnetic coils.
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Conditions
Good overall condition considering its age.
• complete and original
• internal mechanism present and intact
• normal signs of time and wear
• not electrically tested
Please refer to the photos.
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Materials
Wood
Metal
Copper
Glass
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Period
Circa 1920–1950
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Dimensions
(To be filled in by the seller)
Width: … 34 cm
Height: … 28 cm
Depth: … 9 cm
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Shipping
It will be carefully packed and shipped with protections to ensure safe delivery.
Electromechanical annunciator panel - 12 positions - Industrial / Hotel / Telephone - Wooden case - circa 1920–1950
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Description
Original electromechanical annunciator panel dating from the first half of the 20th century (circa 1920–1950).
This is an authentic industrial signaling device used in hotels, switchboards, offices or industrial installations to indicate calls, alarms or room numbers.
The panel contains 12 independent positions, each operated by its own original electromagnetic coil. When activated, the mechanism displays the corresponding number in the front viewing window.
The internal mechanism is fully visible and represents a fine example of electrical engineering and industrial automation technology.
The case is wooden with a glass front and retains a wonderful original patina.
A manual reset knob is present on the side.
A highly decorative collectible item, perfect for:
• collectors of scientific and electrical instruments
• collectors of industrial design
• collectors of early automation equipment
• vintage industrial interior decorations
Rare electromechanical signaling panel with visible original electromagnetic coils.
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Conditions
Good overall condition considering its age.
• complete and original
• internal mechanism present and intact
• normal signs of time and wear
• not electrically tested
Please refer to the photos.
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Materials
Wood
Metal
Copper
Glass
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Period
Circa 1920–1950
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Dimensions
(To be filled in by the seller)
Width: … 34 cm
Height: … 28 cm
Depth: … 9 cm
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Shipping
It will be carefully packed and shipped with protections to ensure safe delivery.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
28 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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