Lot 622
  • 622

Novelty Telephone Company, China, 20th century

Estimate
100 - 150 GBP
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Description

  • DIAMANTE SKULL TELEPHONE
  • plastic, silvered plastic rhinestones
  • 12 by 18 by 11cm., 4¾ by 7 by 4¼in.
  • Of recent manufacture and retailed by 'Loving Sparkles'.
with a receiver, device not tested, in original box

Condition

This telephone has not been tested and is being sold purely as a decorative item and not as an operational telephone. There are some very very minor losses to pastes. Great fun. If a purchaser wishes to use this as a telephone they will need to check that it works and complies with EU safety regulations and it will require a further flex connecting it
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."