Motorola Radio
Chicago - Illinois [1928-Present]
Company founded by Paul V. Galvin and his brother Joseph as the Galvin Manufacturing Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, in 1928. The name of the company was changed to Motorola, Inc., in 1930 after buying the name and patents from the original owner inventor William Lear. The 1940's saw the company begin government work + open a research laboratory in Phoenix, Arizona, to explore the manufacturing + use of solid-state electronics. Motorola made everything from car radios, Televisions, wood radios and electronic items.
Starting in 1939 time Motorola made 3 Art Deco Catalin radios, model 52 "Vertical Grill", model 51X15/16 "S-Grill" and the 50XC "Circle Grill", that all are extremely popular with the likes of Catalin radio + Art Deco collectors. These radios embody Art Deco + Machine Age design elements.
By the time of Paul Galvin’s death in 1959, Motorola was a leader in military and commercial communications, had built its first semiconductor facility and was a growing manufacturer of consumer electronics. Motorola continues to be a leader in technology and innovation to this day.
** We are always looking to buy Motorola Catalin Radios as well as other Catalin, Plaskon + Bakelite radios by any manufacturer. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. Calls are always welcome: 305.778.2182 **
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Stunning Catalin Motorola 50XC Radio Circle-Grill in Marbleized Red
Watermelon Red Streamline Catalin Motorola Radio Model 50XC
Absolutely Beautiful Catalin Motorola Model 50XC-1 'Circle-Grill' radio in an incredible highly marbleized red with translucent light yellow catalin trim is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grill". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking, deep and colorful, yellow and clear marbleizing. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original beautifully marbleized yellow catalin trim in perfect condition also with no cracks, chip, burns or repairs. The grill cloth is original to the radio and is in incredible condition. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel and original manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches/scuffs consistent with age + use of set. This Art Deco radio would make a great addition to any collection. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 'Circle-Grill' 50X Catalin radio in Swilred Reddish-Tortoise
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
Striking and Beautiful Motorola Catalin Radio 50XC-4 "Circle-Grill" in beautiful highly marbleized tortoise brown with translucent tortoise catalin trim. The Motorola "Circle-Grille" model is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The silver dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The tortoise catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich reddish-orange brown color glow and shows off exceptionally striking colorful, yellow + orange marbleizing. This particular example is absolutely beautiful. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original translucent tortoise/amber catalin trim in perfect condition. The grill cloth is original to the tortoise color radio and has no tears + exhibits a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel, dial face and correct 50XC-4 stamped chassis. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Tortoise Motorola 50XC 'Circle-Grill' Catalin Radio
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
Beautiful Motorola Catalin Radio 50XC-4 "Circle-Grill" in beautiful marbleized tortoise brown with translucent tortoise catalin trim. The Motorola "Circle-Grille" model is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The silver dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The tortoise catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking colorful, yellow + orange marbleizing. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original translucent tortoise/amber catalin trim in perfect condition. The grill cloth is original to the tortoise color radio and has no tears + exhibits a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel, dial face and correct 50XC-4 stamped chassis. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola Radio 50XC 'Circle Grille' in Light Yellow Marbleized Catalin
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
The warm yellow colored Motorola catalin radio model 50-XC-3 'Circle-Grill' is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grille". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The catalin has a deep shine that makes its warm yellow/oatmeal color glow + show off exceptionally striking, yellow and brown marbleizing, which, makes it stand out from other Catalin radios. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful oatmeal/light yellow catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching catalin trim with no cracks, chips or repairs. The fabric grill cloth is an accurate recreation for this radio. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and cardboard back panel. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Catalin 'Vertical Grill' Motorola 52 Radio - Swirled Green + Yellow
Stunning Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Great Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' catalin radio in beautiful marbleized green with yellow trim. This model was the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The green on this example is highlighted by swirls of light yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection.The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill, which, feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised grooves that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The metallic dial face is decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.This stunning radio is in good original condition with tube burns or repairs to the cabinet; however it does have a small chip on the bottom rear corner and an interior hairline on the bottom that is visible from the outside. Yellow knobs and grill are original to radio and in great condition (please see photos). Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the cardboard back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use.Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 51x15W 'S-Grill' Catalin Radio in Rare Yellow + Red
Rare + Stunning Motorola 'S-Grill' Catalin Radio
Rare all-original Catalin Motorola radio model 51X15W in Yellow and Red 'S-Grill'. The "W" designation in the model number was due to the white catalin cabinet rather than the usual black cabinet found with the red front. This radio is a perfect all-original example with the correct markings on back panel; very few of these are around. Manufactured starting in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'S-Grill'. This is a beautifully designed and exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. This beautiful radio is in great original condition and is rarely seen in this color combination and is considered to be a top addition to a collection.This Art Deco Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time. The details are unique with its thin and sleek front panel etched with deco speed-lines highlighted by wonderful and unique S-Curve speaker cutout to its cylindrical handle + knobs and its very Deco dial face in foil. The butterscotch catalin cabinet also features matching streamlined speed-lines that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden foil dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it.The glossy yellow cabinet + knobs are in beautiful original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The original bright red catalin front and handle all in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The cardboard back panel is original to the radio and has the correct 51x15W model designation. The original gold grill cloth is in great condition with very little signs of age and use. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 6" high by 5.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Rare Motorola 50XC Radio Circle-Grill in Marbleized Watermelon Red Catalin
Watermelon Red Streamline Catalin Motorola Radio Model 50XC
Stunning Catalin Motorola Model 50XC-1 "Circle-Grill" radio in an incredible highly marbleized watermelon red with translucent light yellow catalin trim is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grill". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking, deep and colorful, yellow and clear marbleizing. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in perfect original condition with no cracks chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original beautifully marbleized yellow catalin trim in perfect condition also with no cracks, chip, burns or repairs. The grill cloth is original to the radio + with only a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel and original manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches/scuffs consistent with age + use of set. This Art Deco radio would make a great addition to any collection. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 'Circle Grille' Radio 50XC Catalin in Oatmeal w/ Yellow Trim
Art Deco Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
Stunning Catalin Motorola 'Circle-Grille' Model 50-XC-3 radio in highly marbleized oatmeal with patina'd oatmeal catalin trim. The Motorola 50XC is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This radio is also known to collectors as the 'Circle Grille'. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. This example is one of the nicest I have had, the color is a strong oatmeal (beige with peach tones) combined with the highly marbleized cabinet and trim makes it stand out from others. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its oatmeal color glow + show off exceptionally striking beige, peach, brown, clear, and white marbleizing. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original oatmeal catalin trim with no cracks, chips or repairs. Radio has been polished back to its factory original oatmeal color from it's oxidized pumpkin coloring, trim was left alone to add contrast to an exceptional radio. The grill cloth is original to the radio a small amount of wear consistent with age. Cardboard back panel is original to the radio. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Catalin Motorola 52 Radio - Swirled Green + Yellow 'Vertical Grill'
Stunning Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' catalin radio in beautiful marbleized green with yellow trim is the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The green on this example is highlighted by swirls of light yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection. The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill, which, feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised grooves that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The metallic dial face is decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. Yellow knobs and grill are original to radio and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 50XC 'Circle-Grill' Radio Marbleized Tortoise Catalin
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grill Radio
Strikingly marbleized Motorola Catalin Radio 50XC-4 'Circle-Grill' in tortoise brown with translucent tortoise catalin trim. The Motorola 'Circle-Grille' model is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The silver dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The tortoise catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking colorful, yellow + orange marbleizing. This example has some of the most beautiful marbleizing I have seen on one. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original translucent marbleized amber catalin trim in perfect condition. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel. The grill cloth and dial plastic are correct replacements. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is playing, the chassis has been gone over and plays well.
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Motorola Catalin 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio in Maroon + Butterscotch
Striking Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Motorola 52 catalin 'Vertical Grill' radio in maroon + marbleized butterscotch. This model is the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill', due to the unique vertically louvered grill. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left and right and hexagonal knobs makes for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features 2 parallel streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. The catalin has a beautiful shine that makes its rich maroon + butterscotch color glow. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. Butterscotch knobs and grill are original to radio and in perfect condition. Radio retains part of the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the 'Aero-Vane' back panel antennae. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Catalin Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio - Green + Yellow
Stunning Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
The Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' catalin radio in marbleized green with butterscotch trim is the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The green is highlighted by swirls of light yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection. The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. Butterscotch knobs and grill are original to radio and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the cardboard back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 50X Catalin Radio in Yellow with Tortoise Trim
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
This oatmeal/light yellow with translucent tortoise trim is Motorola catalin radio model 50-XC 'Circle-Grill' is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grille". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The catalin has a deep shine that makes its light yellow/oatmeal color glow + show off the yellow and brown marbleizing, which, makes it stand out from other Catalin radios. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful oatmeal/light yellow catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The factory original tortoise catalin trim also has no cracks, chips or repairs. The fabric grill cloth is an accurate recreation for this radio. Cardboard back panel is original to the radio. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio - Marbleized Sand + Tortoise Catalin
Beautiful Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Beautiful Motorola 52 catalin radio in marbleized sand color with tortoise trim. This model is part of a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. The sand colored catalin is highlighted by swirls of orange, brown and yellow to add depth to the color. The translucent tortoise trim makes for a harmonious color combination. The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. The catalin cabinet has a gloss that makes it's beautiful sand, orange, butterscotch, yellow, clear and brown colors glow. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; it does have a super mild tube burn on the top that blends with the coloring of the radio. Tortoise knobs and grill are original to radio and in perfect condition. Radio retains the original "Aero-Vane" back panel antennae. Dial plastic is a replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some scratches consistent with age + careful use. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete, cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola Catalin 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio in Plum + Butterscotch
Stunning Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Motorola 52 catalin 'Vertical Grill' radio in plum/maroon + butterscotch. This model is the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill', due to the unique vertically louvered grill. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left and right and hexagonal knobs makes for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features 2 parallel streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. The catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich maroon + butterscotch color glow. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. Butterscotch knobs and grill are original to radio and in perfect condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the 'Aero-Vane' back panel antennae. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola Radio 50XC Catalin 'Circle Grille' in Marbleized Yellow
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
This Catalin Motorola radio model 50-XC-3 'Circle-Grill' in marbleized yellow/oatmeal is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grille". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The catalin has a deep shine that makes its yellow/oatmeal color glows + shows off exceptionally striking, yellow and brown marbleizing, which, makes it stand out from other Catalin radios. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful yellow catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching catalin trim with no cracks, chips or repairs. The gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and shows some wear consistent with age. Cardboard back panel is original to the radio. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 51x15 'S-Grill' Catalin Radio - Red + Black Art Deco Beauty
Rare Stunning Motorola "S-Grill" Catalin Radio
Motorola 51X15 catalin radio - red + black 'S-Grill'. Manufactured starting in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'S-Grill'. This is a beautifully designed and exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. But it is the color combination of red + black that set this radio apart from all others as no other radio was produced in this color scheme. This radio is in great original condition.This Art Deco Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time. The details are unique with its from very thin and sleek etched front panel with the wonderful S curve speaker cutout to its cylindrical handle + knobs and its very Deco dial face in foil. Unique S-curve speaker cutout. The jet-black glossy catalin cabinet features streamlined speed-lines that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden foil dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it.The black cabinet + knobs are in beautiful original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The original red catalin front and handle are in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The gold grill cloth is original to the radio and has only a small amount of wear. The cardboard back panel is also original. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 6" high by 5.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Catalin Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio - Marbleized Green + Yellow
Stunning Art Deco Motorola "Vertical Grill" Catalin Radio
Catalin Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' radio in marbleized green with butterscotch trim is the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The green is highlighted by swirls of light yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection.The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. Butterscotch knobs and grill are original to radio and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the cardboard back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some scratches consistent with age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Motorola 50XC Radio Marbleized Tortoise Catalin "Circle-Grill"
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grill Radio
Motorola Catalin Radio 50XC-4 "Circle-Grill" in a beautiful marbleized tortoise brown with translucent tortoise catalin trim. The Motorola "Circle-Grille" model is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The details are unique with its round catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. The tortoise catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking, deep and colorful, yellow + orange marbleizing. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original Translucent Amber catalin trim in perfect condition. The grill cloth is original to the tortoise color radio and has no tears + exhibits a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel, dial face and correct 50XC-4 stamped chassis. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" deep. This set is playing, the chassis has been gone over and plays well.
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Catalin Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' Radio - Marbleized Apricot + Tortoise
Stunning Art Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio
Striking Motorola 52 catalin radio in highly marbleized apricot with tortoise trim. This model is part of a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The apricot colored catalin is highlighted by swirls of orange, sand, white, brown and clear to add depth to the color. The translucent tortoise trim makes for a harmonious color combination.The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill which feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.The catalin cabinet has a gloss that makes it's beautiful apricot, sand, orange, butterscotch, yellow, clear and brown colors glow. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, repairs or tube burns to the cabinet. Tortoise knobs and grill are original to radio and in perfect condition. Radio retains the original "Aero-Vane" back panel antennae. Dial plastic is original to the radio. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some scratches consistent with age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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