Face Standard - Analogue telephone - Bakelite - Telephone switchboard

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Rare Antique Telephone Exchange FACE STANDARD - Bakelite - 1940s/1950s
Description
Splendid example of an operator-position telephone exchange originally from the 1940s/1950s, produced by the historic FACE Standard Milan. A piece of authentic Italian industrial archaeology, perfect as a vintage decorative object, mid-century modern or for telecoms collectors.
Main features:
• Material: Body and receiver in glossy black bakelite.
• Brand: FACE logo clearly visible on the dial disk.
• Details: Equipped with a 10-key keyboard at the bottom, original indicator lamps and a numeric dial disk.
• Aesthetic conditions: Very good, bakelite shows no cracks or obvious breaks. The dial mechanics are smooth (returns to position regularly).
• Technical notes: The external connecting cable appears cut (as in the photo), therefore the item is sold as a display piece, for collection, or for restoration. Not electrically tested.
A unique piece of furniture for offices, professional studios, or homes in industrial/vintage style.

Rare Antique Telephone Exchange FACE STANDARD - Bakelite - 1940s/1950s
Description
Splendid example of an operator-position telephone exchange originally from the 1940s/1950s, produced by the historic FACE Standard Milan. A piece of authentic Italian industrial archaeology, perfect as a vintage decorative object, mid-century modern or for telecoms collectors.
Main features:
• Material: Body and receiver in glossy black bakelite.
• Brand: FACE logo clearly visible on the dial disk.
• Details: Equipped with a 10-key keyboard at the bottom, original indicator lamps and a numeric dial disk.
• Aesthetic conditions: Very good, bakelite shows no cracks or obvious breaks. The dial mechanics are smooth (returns to position regularly).
• Technical notes: The external connecting cable appears cut (as in the photo), therefore the item is sold as a display piece, for collection, or for restoration. Not electrically tested.
A unique piece of furniture for offices, professional studios, or homes in industrial/vintage style.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
2500 g
Title additional information
Telephone switchboard
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
Face Standard
Material
Bakelite
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Black
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
28 cm
In working order
No
Estimated period
1940-1950
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