Antique Morse Telegraph Station, Germany, Ca. 1900

This antique Morse telegraph station was made in Germany in the early 20th century (circa 1900). The piece is in really good condition and boasts a charming industrial look. It is very well preserved and the clock-style mechanism works perfectly. The electrical wiring has not been tested but it is in good condition so it will probably be operative. The Morse telegraph station preserves all its original component parts and pieces, and has been cleaned and restored in order to show the striking look that we can appreciate in the images. The telegraph station is composed of the station itself (the element which receives and prints the messages) and a Morse key to transmit them. Both component parts are supported by wooden bases. The station stands on a lovely wooden drawer, quite ancient and with the fine patina created by the trace of time and the use. The wood is protected by a shiny and warm finish. Inside we find the paper roll where the messages are printed, fitted between reels and pieces. Over the base, the printer itself is composed of golden brass, silvery metal and wooden parts that make up the intricate mechanism. One of the brass pieces bears the manufacturers name clearly engraved in its metal surface: C- LEWERT Königl. Hof. Mechaniker Berlin. The stations serial number is legible too: Nº 4481. The company C. Lewert was originally founded as CF Lewert in 1839 by David F. Lewert, who established the factory in Berlin. In 1893 the firm was acquired by one of the family sons, Carl L. Lewert; this telegraph station was made soon after. Every lover of industrial design will find a real treasure in this awesome Morse telegraph station, an exclusive piece perfect to decorate any room. Measurements: Width: 11 in / 28 cm. Height: 7 in / 18 cm. Depth: 10.2 in / 26 cm.