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Bring authentic 1970s–1980s East German design into your collection with this beautiful matching vintage set consisting of a Tesla Referral rotary telephone and a Ruhla mechanical alarm clock.
The vibrant orange color, rounded forms, and minimalist styling perfectly capture the Mid-Century Modern, Space Age, and Retro Futurism aesthetic that has become highly collectible among vintage design enthusiasts.
The pairing looks fantastic displayed together on a desk, shelf, office, studio, or as part of a vintage interior.
Included
* Vintage Tesla Referral rotary telephone
* Vintage Ruhla mechanical alarm clock
* Matching orange color scheme
Condition
Tesla Referral Telephone
* Original vintage condition
* Not tested
* Rotary dial turns smoothly
* Excellent display piece
* Normal cosmetic wear consistent with age
Ruhla Alarm Clock
* Made in GDR (East Germany)
* Mechanical movement
* Running accurately at the time of listing
* Alarm functions have been fully tested
* Light cosmetic wear from decades of use
Please examine all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
Approximate Dimensions
Telephone
* Width: approx. 23 cm (9 in)
* Depth: approx. 17 cm (6.7 in)
* Height: approx. 8 cm (3.1 in)
Alarm Clock
* Diameter: approx. 8 cm (3.1 in)
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Why Collectors Love This Set
* Original GDR vintage pieces
* Iconic 1970s Space Age styling
* Matching orange color palette
* Perfect Mid-Century Modern décor
* Great conversation piece
* Excellent for collectors of industrial design, retro interiors, and East German design
* Difficult to find as a coordinated display pair
For condition and size please see photos.
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