TELEPHONES, 4 pcs., "Cobra", LM Ericsson, second half of the 20th century.

Height 21 cm.

The Kobraphone is a Swedish design classic and style icon that was introduced by the company LM Ericsson in the mid-1950s. The design of the phone, which was an innovative one-piece phone, was carried out by designer Ralph Lysell together with the company. The phone's unique appearance, reminiscent of a watchful cobra, earned it the nickname "Cobra Phone".

When it was launched, the main function of the phone was to make calls, which is very different from today's smartphones with their many different functions. Despite this, the cobra phone quickly became popular and in demand. Its success led to it being ranked as one of the most important industrial designs of the 20th century and it is even on display at the MoMA in New York.

The cobra telephone was named "Ericofon" from Ericsson and the Greek word "fon" for sound. However, due to a trademark conflict, it was nicknamed the "Cobra Phone". The phone was produced in different colors, which contributed to its popularity. After production ceased in 1982, the cobra telephone became a sought-after collector's item.

The cobra phone has an exciting history and has become a symbol of Swedish design and innovation. Its unique appearance and function have made it a popular collector's item and a valued design classic.