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1939 Art Deco Sparton 500C Blue Cloisonné Radio with Catalin Cabinet

Walter Dorwin Teague Rare Art Deco Beauty

The Sparton Cloisonné model 500C radio introduced in 1939 is a veritable Art Deco masterpiece designed by Walter Dorwin Teague. Its compact housing features a colorful metallic sky blue cloisonné front, exquisitely trimmed with a streamline lace-work of chrome and framed with yellow Catalin housing. This is the only radio designed that combines all three materials. This radio is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs to the butterscotch Catalin cabinet or bright metallic blue Cloisonné front. Ivory plastic knobs are original to the set as is the bottom manufacturers paper label. Cardboard back is a replacement. This is an incredible radio that is seldom offered for sale especially in this great of a condition. This compact radio measures approximately 8" wide by 5" high by 4.25 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.

3-Color New Haven Laminated Catalin Bakelite Clock

Great 3-Color Catalin Clock

Rare laminated New Haven Catalin Bakelite desk clock from the 1930's. This small round catalin is beautiful with its three stripes of catalin laminated together, the two-tones of yellow (possibly originally orchid and alabaster) along with the black make for great clock. Rarely does this style bakelite clock show up.  These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Clock face with its great Art Deco numerals and design is original and in good condition. Silver metal bezel surround and ball feet, have only a small amount of wear/corrosion that is consistent with age. Measures approximately: 3" round by 1.5" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily it, is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Addison 2 Bakelite Radio in Marbled Navy Blue + White Art Deco

Beautifully Marbleized 1940's Art Deco Design

Incredibly marbleized Addison A2 Radio in Marbleized Navy Blue with Creamy White trim Bakelite / Plaskon made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling, bold use of color, and intense marbleizing would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs on the cabinet. The creamy white plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no chips, burns or repairs. The original matching marbleized knobs are also perfect. The chassis seems complete and still has its original color coordinated dial scale. The dial plastic is original and in great condition with very little yellowing and clear. This model was never meant to have a back, as the screw holes were never drilled at the factory. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 "Waterfall" Catalin Art Deco Radio in Alabaster + Red

Great Color + 1940's Addison Waterfall Design

Stunning Alabaster White with Bright Red Catalin Addison 2 tube radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. It is one of the most striking color combinations for a catalin radio. The white alabaster catalin cabinet is highlighted by faint clear + white marbleizing that adds depth to the cabinet. The alabaster cabinet is highlighted with its contrasting bright red trim. The radio is just a stunning example of this Catalin Addison model. The glossy Catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with chips, cracks or repairs. The beautiful lightly marbleized cabinet only has an interior stress line visible by transparency on the right edge of the case that in no way detracts from the radio's rarity. The Bright Red Catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio. It has no chips, burns or repairs. There is one small stress line on the bottom of the waterfall grill piece. The original matching white catalin marbleized knobs are perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition with very little yellowing and is clear. Original painted dial face has some wear Radio measures approximately: 6"high by 10.25" long by 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.

Addison 2 "Waterfall" Catalin Art Deco Radio in Dark Green + Butterscotch

Great Color + 1940's Addison Waterfall Design

Addison 2 catalin tube radio in incredibly marbleized dark green/black case and butterscotch trim.  Made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. This is one of the most striking color combinations for a catalin radio. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This stunning radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. All trim is original to radio and in perfect condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. Catalin retains a beautiful factory gloss. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" long by 6" high by 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Bakelite Radio Knob - Original Navy Blue Marbled

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Bakelite Radio Knob - factory original Navy Blue Marbled. Knob is in great original condition with no cracks or chips. Has scratches consistent with use + age. Knob has not been cleaned or polished. Perfect to complete a radio or replace a repro knob with an original.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Maroon + Yellow

Beautiful Two-Tone All Original Catalin Addison Radio

Striking Catalin Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' in Maroon with Butterscotch trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique Art Deco styling, bold use of color, and Deco dial make this a truly beautiful radio. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. The plum color is brought out with its contrasting yellow trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete + factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching maroon catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" long by 6" high by 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Merlot + Butterscotch

Beautiful Two-Tone All Original Catalin Addison Radio

Catalin Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' in Merlot with Butterscotch trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique Art Deco styling, bold use of color, and Deco dial make this a truly beautiful radio. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. The maroon/plum color is brought out with its contrasting yellow trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete + original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching maroon catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use Radio measures approximately: 10.25" long by 6" high by 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Plum + Butterscotch

Beautiful Two-Tone All Original Catalin Addison Radio

Stunning Catalin Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' in Plum with Butterscotch trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique Art Deco styling, bold use of color, and Deco dial make this a truly beautiful radio. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. The plum color is brought out with its contrasting yellow trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete + factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching maroon catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use Radio measures approximately: 10.25" long by 6" high by 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Yellow + Raspberry

Rare Color Combo for Addison Waterfall Design

Rare Yellow with Raspberry catalin Addison 2 'Waterfall' radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. This is the rarest color combo from the 4 it was available in. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. It is one of the most striking color combinations for a Catalin radio. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The rich yellow color is brought out even more with its contrasting raspberry trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet has a beautiful warm patina and is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The raspberry catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching butterscotch catalin 'pinwheel' marbleized knobs are perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Yellow + Red

Rare Color 1940's Addison Waterfall Design

Striking Yellow with Red Catalin Addison 2 tube radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. It is one of the most striking color combinations for a Catalin radio. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The rich yellow color is brought out even more with its contrasting red trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet has a beautiful warm patina and is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The red catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching butterscotch catalin 'pinwheel' marbleized knobs are perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Radio in Light Yellow + Red

Great Color 1940's Addison Waterfall Design

Light Yellow with Bright Red Catalin Addison 2 tube radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. This radio model + color is prominently featured on the cover of 'Classic Plastic Radios of the 1930s and 1940s' by John Sideli.. The light yellow color is highlighted with its contrasting bright red trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet has a beautiful even patina and is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The red catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips or repairs. The original matching yellow catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also free of imperfections. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement.. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Plaskon Radio in Rare Raspberry with Ivory Trim

Rare 2-Tone Color Combo Plaskon Addison Radio

Rare plaskon Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in raspberry (not maroon) with ivory trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider this striking color combination to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular raspberry example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no chips, dings, scratches, or repairs to the cabinet. The ivory Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no chips, burns or repairs. The original knobs are also perfect. The fragile plaskon cabinet and trim have a few tiny hairlines that are a common occurrence on Plaskon radios, also a name lightly scratched into the bottom of radio. In no way do these detract from this great radio. Radio retains the original back panel and the dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 'Waterfall' Plaskon Radio in Rare White with Raspberry Trim

Uncommon Color Combo 2-Tone All Original Plaskon Addison Radio

Rare plaskon Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in white with raspberry (not maroon) trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider this color combination to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no chips, dings, scratches, or repairs to the cabinet. The raspberry Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no chips, burns or repairs. The original white knobs are also perfect. The fragile plaskon cabinet and trim have a few tiny hairlines that are a common occurrence on Plaskon radios. In no way do these detract from this great radio. The dial plastic is original and in great condition with very little yellowing and clear. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet and original back panel is in place. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 Catalin 'Waterfall' Radio in Maroon + Butterscotch

Stunning Two-Tone All Original Catalin Addison Radio

Beautiful Catalin Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' in Maroon with Butterscotch trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique Art Deco styling, bold use of color, and Deco dial make this a truly beautiful radio. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. The rich maroon/plum color is brought out with its contrasting yellow trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete + original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching maroon catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use Radio measures approximately: 10.25" long by 6" high by 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.

Addison 2 Plaskon Radio in Rare Green on Green

Considered to be the Rarest Color Combination

Baby Addison 2 in Green Plaskon Tube Radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider this color combination to be the rarest. The unique styling + bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no chips, dings, scratches, or repairs to the cabinet.  The green plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no chips, burns or repairs. The dark green catalin knobs are original to the set and also perfect.  The fragile plaskon cabinet and trim have a few small hairlines that are a common occurrence on Plaskon radios. In no way do these detract from this rare radio.  Radio retains the original burnt orange and green painted dial face and back panel. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 Radio in Marbled Navy Blue + Ivory

Beautifully Marbleized 1940's Art Deco Design

Beautifully marbleized Addison A2 Radio in Marbleized Navy Blue with Ivory trim Bakelite / Plaskon made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling, bold use of color, and intense marbleizing would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this striking radio. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs on the cabinet. The creamy white Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no chips, burns or repairs. The original matching marbleized knobs are also perfect. The chassis seems complete and has its original color coordinated dial scale. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Has a little left over glue residue on the bottom where manufactures label was originally placed. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 Radio in Swirled Navy Blue + White

Intensely Marbleized 1940's Art Deco Addison

Intensely marbleized Addison A2 Waterfall Radio in swirled Navy Blue with Ivory Bakelite / Plaskon trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling, bold use of color, and intense marbleizing would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this striking radio. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The creamy white Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching marbleized knobs are also perfect. Retains manufactures' label affixed to bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement.  This model was never meant to have a back panel, as the screw holes were never drilled at the factory. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Brown + Peanut Butter

Uncommon Color Combo 2-Tone Addison Radio

Nice bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Marbled Chocolate Brown with Marbled Peanut Butter trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The peanut butter trim also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original brown bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing.  Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.

Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Ivory + Peanut Butter

Nice bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Ivory Plaskon with marbled Bakelite Peanut Butter trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet; has on tiny stressline on top that can barely be noticed. The peanut butter trim also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original ivory bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing.  Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.