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1970s Telstar Telephone by Henry Dreyfuss for Western Electric

$295
£225.01
€256.23
CA$414.56
A$452.14
CHF 239.51
MX$5,420.53
NOK 3,050.34
SEK 2,789.31
DKK 1,914.27

About the Item

A perfectly Space Age telephone that brings a vision of what the fututre looked like in the 1970s to any interior. Designed by Henry Dreyfuss Associates for Western Electric in 1979, this iconic Telstar model features a sleek cylindrical form with a weighted roll-top smoked acrylic cover and retractable handset cord. Named after the 1962 satellite, the sculptural design embodies the era's optimism about technology and the future. Part of AT&T's innovative "Design Line" collection launched in 1973, the Telstar was marketed as "modern sculpture" for forward-thinking individuals. Dreyfuss Associates' bold approach transformed everyday telecommunications into a statement piece that functions equally well as décor or conversation starter. Perfect for collectors of vintage technology or mid-century modern enthusiasts. In vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. In original box and still works great! 11.25" x 5" x 5.5"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Lucite,Metal
  • Period:
    1970-1979
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1546247947722

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