Vintage Novelty Telephone Appraisal

Vintage Snoopy Character Telephone

This is a vintage character telephone featuring Snoopy from the 'Peanuts' comic strip. Snoopy is depicted in a standing posture, holding a bright yellow telephone handset to his left ear. The figure itself is primarily a cream or light yellow color, with Snoopy's characteristic black floppy ears and a black nose. He has small, closed eyes and a smiling mouth painted in black. A thin red collar is visible around his neck. The Snoopy figure is attached to a rectangular base, which is designed to resemble a stack of books with a reddish-brown 'spine' featuring horizontal grooves, giving it a textural, wood-like appearance. The base measures approximately 8-10 inches in length and 5-7 inches in width. On top of this book-like base is a vibrant red panel that houses the white push-button keypad for dialing. The numbers on the keypad are clearly visible. The telephone handset is a solid yellow, consistent with the typical color scheme of such novelty phones. A white coiled telephone cord extends from the receiver, connecting it to the main unit, and another white coiled cord is visible, likely connecting the phone to a wall jack. The overall material appears to be plastic. The item shows signs of age consistent with a vintage piece, including some potential surface wear or discoloration, especially on the lighter-colored Snoopy figure and the yellow handset. There are no major visible damages such as cracks or breaks, but the general condition suggests it has been used. The design is indicative of novelty phones popular during the 1970s and 1980s. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced character merchandise of that era, prioritizing recognizable design over intricate detailing.