Rare Antique L C Mayer "Euphonia" Telephone Cover
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Description
This gorgeous "Euphonia" Hide-A-Phone was a sculpture designed for the most elegant of homes in the 1920s to conceal the candlestick telephones that some of that time considered unsightly. This one, a female bust with two cherubs on the back, was sculpted and signed by L. C. Mayer and copyright dated 1917. It is one of two designs available in the 1920s and is by far the rarer, especially in this condition. Cast in plaster and hand-painted, it is truly a work of art. The case is hinged to allow access to the telephone, which simply sits inside on the tabletop with the wire run through the notch in the side. DIMENSIONS: 13.5 inches high x 8 inches wide x 8 inches deep.
Condition
This piece is in absolutely wonderful condition, with the original polychrome paint still bright and full of luster. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Tigerlily Arts & Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Got something to sell? Contact us at tigerlily.artsandantiques@gmail.com.
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Rare Antique L C Mayer "Euphonia" Telephone Cover
Estimate $550 - $3,000
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