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Catalin Radios For Sale, Plaskon Radios For Sale, Mirror Radios For Sale + Bakelite Tube Radios for Sale. Please note that available radios will usually be shown on the first page.
We are always looking to buy Catalin, Plaskon, Bakelite + Mirror radios by any manufacturer. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a single radio or an entire collection - Top Prices Paid
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' Pistachio + Maroon - Great
Beautiful Pistachio Marbleized Catalin Large Addison
Addison Catalin radio Model 5 in marbleized Pistachio cabinet with Maroon trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. Pistachio catalin was only used by four radio manufacturers of the time and is therefore an uncommon find. The pistachio catalin cabinet has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally, brown, clear, yellow + green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five maroon vertical grill bars are original as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original brown reverse painted dial glass in excellent condition with only slight signs of age. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains + has only a small amount of wear. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Namco 601 Catalin Radio in Marbleized Blue - Stunning Rarity
Rarely Seen Namco Catalin Radio
Rarely seen Namco model 601 Catalin Radio in highly marbleized blue. Manufactured by N.M.Co. NYC, this mid to late 1930's is among the rarest of the catalin radios to be found. This relatively small catalin radio has unique design details such as deep horizontal grooves/louvers that travel around the entire radio and a carved curved handle. This marbleized blue example is absolutely stunning and no other radios compare in design to this model and very few catalin radios are as rare to find. This radio's beautiful highly marbleized blue catalin cabinet is free of tube burns and chips; however it has had some damage repaired as all Namco radios are damaged. When this model is found it is damaged due to the manufacturing process/grooves. The radio retains its original carved blue handle with no cracks, chips or repairs. Dial plastic and sticker affixed to bottom of cabinet are original to the set. The blue knobs are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. To see more about this model click here. This radio measures approximately: 8" wide by 5" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY NamCo, Commander and BesTone Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Emerson BT-245 ‘Tombstone’ Catalin Radio in Oxblood + Ivory
Stunning Tyrolean Red Art Deco Catalin Emerson Radio
Beautiful Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin radio in marbleized oxblood red with ivory trim. The oxblood cabinet has marbleizing that really adds depth. The oxblood/raspberry red color is brought out with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The tombstone design of this radio combined with the great color really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The marbleized 'Tyrolean Red' or oxblood cabinet with the contrasting ivory plastic trim makes for a rare + striking color combination. Cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This models fragile plastic grill and knobs, which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are also correct replacements. Radio retains the original manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom of the cabinet. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" 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 prior to use.
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Detrola 281 Catalin Radio 'Split Grille' in Pistachio with Blue Trim - Ultra Rare
Incredible Pistachio with Blue Detrola Split-Grille
Rare Detrola 281 Catalin 'Split Grille' radio with a marbleized pistachio case and blue (patina'd to green) marbleized trim. Manufactured in 1939 by the Detrola Radio the Split-Grille remains one of the top catalin radios to be found. This cabinet's design is a beautiful example of Machine Age styling with it's great rounded edges + ridges that travel around the base of radio and separate louvered grilles. The radio’s beautiful translucent + marbleized pistachio cabinet is highlighted by the blueish-green yellow swirled trim. The contrast in color between the pistachio cabinet and the bluish-green patina of the trim makes this an exceptional example of a rare Detrola radio. The pistachio catalin cabinet has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has beautiful, brown, clear + yellow marbleizing that adds dimension to the radio. The cabinet is free of any cracks, tube burns or repairs; however it does have a small chip on the right side caused by the metal back panel used on this model (see last photo). This small defect cannot be seen when radio is displayed. The original marbleized split-grilles and fluted knobs have taken on a wonderful bluish-green patina over time and are free of cracks, chips or repairs. Radio has some factory scratches on the left side that do not detract from this rare beauty. Radio retains the original correct chassis, gold textured dial, and the "Detrolascope" antenna/back panel with manufactures sticker. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. The radio measures approximately: 9.25" wide by 5.25" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis appears 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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Air King 'Skyscraper' Radio Model 66 in Yellow - Harold Van Doren
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
Rare and beautiful Yellow Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 66 radio with the 'Clock' insert, a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This yellow Plaskon Air King Model 66 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model constructed of Plaskon (an early plastic), has the clock insert on its deco waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is original + in beautiful condition with small scratches and blemishes that are a common for Air King radios consistent with manufacturing process, age and use; however it does have a repair on the top of the cabinet that was expertly done years ago. Deco clock face, chrome surround and convex glass covering the clock are original + perfect. White dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The four Black bakelite knobs with inset yellow plaskon + the two yellow top bars are original to the radio, damage free. Radio retains the original grill cloth and cardboard bottom panel. Speaker is not attached, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Air King 'Skyscraper' 52 Radio Green w/Crystalline Finish + Egyptians
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
The Green with Crystalline Finish Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 52 radio with the Egyptian insert is a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's" called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This green plaskon with rare crystalline finish Air King Model 52 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model radio constructed of plaskon (an early plastic ) with an applied original crystalline finish, has the rarer Egyptian insert on its waterfall facade and the large deco 'AK" tuning knob. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in great condition with only small scratches and blemishes that are a common for Air King radios consistent with manufacturing process, age and use. Original crystalline finish has some wear associated with age and use as would be expected. The Deco black + brass Egyptian insert is original and in great condition with only slight signs of age. The green 'AK' tuning knobs and the the two green top bars are original to the radio and perfect; the two lever knobs are replacements. Radio retains the original grill cloth and metal bottom panel. Speaker is not installed in radio, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Air King Skyscraper Radio Model 66 in Lavender - Harold Van Doren
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
Incredible and rare Lavender Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 66 radio with the 'Globe' insert, a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This lavender Plaskon Air King Model 66 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model constructed of Plaskon (an early plastic), has the Globe insert on its deco waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in great original condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; cabinet has small scratches and blemishes that are a common for Air King radios consistent with manufacturing process, age and use. Globes, chrome surround and convex glass covering globes are original + perfect. Black dial face bright and perfect; this radio was found in Portugal and has a 220V chassis with the European 'Star' dial. The four Black bakelite knobs with inset lavender plaskon + the two lavender top bars are original to the radio and damage free. Radio retains the original grill cloth. Speaker is not attached, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Air King 'Skyscraper' Radio Model 66 in Blue - Harold Van Doren
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
Rare and beautiful Blue Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 66 radio with the 'Globe' insert, a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This blue Plaskon Air King Model 66 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model constructed of Plaskon (an early plastic), has the Globe insert on its deco waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in great original condition with only small scratches and blemishes that are a common for Air King radios consistent with manufacturing process, age and use. Globes, chrome surround and convex glass covering globes are original + perfect. Black dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The three Black bakelite knobs with inset blue plaskon + the two blue top bars are original to the radio, damage free and only exhibit a small amount of discoloration; common for this color. Radio retains the original grill cloth and cardboard bottom panel. Speaker is not attached, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Fada Catalin 711 Radio 'Dip Top' in Butterscotch + Ivory
Perfect Catalin FADA 711 'Dip-Top' Radio
Beautiful Fada 711 ‘Dip-Top' Catalin radio in a deep butterscotch catalin cabinet with marbleized ivory trim. The 711 model is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich butterscotch color glow. This beautiful set has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs to the Catalin case or plastic trim. The ivory marbled knobs + handle, masonite back panel, and colorful FADA "Gemloid" dial, and manufactures sticker on bottom of cabinet are original to the radio. Dial plastic is original and grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 4.5" 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 prior to use.
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Symphony Catalin Radio 'Split-Grille' in Butterscotch + Tortoise
Incredible Rare Symphony 'Split-Grille' Catalin Radio
Beautiful and Rare Symphony Catalin 'Split Grill' radio with a butterscotch cabinet and translucent marbleized tortoise trim. Manufactured in 1938/1939 by the Record-O-Vox Inc., the Symphony remains one of the top catalin radios to be found. The radio’s beautiful translucent + marbleized butterscotch cabinet is highlighted by the tortoise swirled trim which makes this an exceptional example of a rare Symphony radio. This color combo has a wonderful vibrance due to the translucency of the trim and cabinet. This radio would make for an incredible addition to any collection. This color Symphony is one of the 4 color combinations manufactured. Finding an original Symphony such as this one is extremely difficult and this might be your only chance at acquiring an example. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no chips, tube burns or repairs; however it does have a tight hairline running from the grill opening to the knob, as seen in photos. The translucent and swirled tortoise catalin grills, handle + knobs are complete and factory original to the radio. Radio retains the original chassis, deco dial, pointer and the ‘Catalin Corporation’ manufacturers oval ink stamp on the inside bottom of case. The dial plastic and often missing Symphony label are replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Symphony Catalin Bakelite Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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Emerson BT-245 Catalin 'Tombstone' Radio - Lapis Lazuli Blue
Incredible Blue Catalin 1938 Emerson Tombstone Radio
Incredible Emerson BT-245 Catalin 'Tombstone' radio from 1938 in a beautifully marbleized lapis lazuli blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The lapis lazuli blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of white, clear + blue that adds depth to an already beautiful radio. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio cabinet has been polished + has an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Has small scratches consistent with age and use. This models fragile plastic grill and knobs, which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" 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 prior to use.
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Air King ‘Skyscraper’ 770 Radio in Ivory Plaskon - Rare 1937 Deco Design
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
Rare Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 770 radio with the 'Tuning Eye' is a Art Deco design icon. This ivory cream Plaskon Air King is a seldom seen radio made by Air King Products Company of New York in 1937. This early model constructed of Plaskon (an early plastic), with the 'Air King' logo embossed above the green magic eye tube is a great deco radio. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original with a beautiful and natural gloss + in excellent condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs. The cabinet has the usual tight stress lines from normal use and age that are common to the Air King Skyscraper radios. Cabinet has a small chip inside the cabinet where the screw/bracket holds the speaker enclosure to the cabinet that cannot be seen when the radio is displayed. Radio retains the original patterned grill cloth in good condition with signs of wear consistent with age + use. The original gold and black dial face is bright. The ivory plastic knobs and dial plastic are correct replacements. Chassis has date stamped: JUN 8 1937 The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **
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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.
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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.
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Rare Champion Electric 'Venus' Acrylic Globe Radio in Rose
Seldom Seen British Globe Radio
This seldom seen rose color Champion Electric 'Venus' tube radio is made of acrylic and is in the form of a globe, supported on four twisted transparent acrylic arms and a square base. Made made by the Champion Electric Corporation Ltd, 1947, in Great Britain. Plastics could be manufactured in almost any shape, widening the scope for modernist designers and it was possible to produce a fashionable rose color and an exciting form. The radio when plugged in lites-up from the inside, which makes the radio glow. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. This example in rose or light pink is in great original condition with no cracks, chips, burns and is just a stunning original radio. Radio has the original knobs and all the twisted acrylic is also original. Chrome base has some minor pitting consistent with age of the item. Radio measures approximately: 9.5" round by 11.5" high . This set is sold 'as-is + untested', I believe it to be 220V but i am not sure, 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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Kadette 'Clockette' K25 Catalin Radio in Highly Marbleized Green
Great Highly Marbleized Green Kadette Clockette
Kadette 'Clockette' K25 catalin radio in highly marbleized green. This1937 radio was made by the International Radio Corp. in Ann Arbor, Michigan The 'Clockette' with its elegant cube design, etched grooves that wrap around and its distinctive 'clock ' style brass dial bezel is unlike any other catalin radio. The tones of green, yellow, clear and brown add depth to an already beautiful radio. This by far is the most marbleized green Kadette I have owned. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Kadette 'Clockette' model. The marbleized green catalin radio cabinet has an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The matching green catalin knobs and back knob are perfect and original to the radio. Radio retains the manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom, yellow catalin pilot lamp 'jewel' and part of the seldom seen color coordinated cardboard back panel. Brass dial bezel and pointer are original to the radio and exhibits some signs of age. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches, scuffs consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely striking and would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 7" 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 prior to use.
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Emerson AU-190 Catalin 'Tombstone' Radio - Lapis Lazuli
Incredible Blue Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio
Incredible Emerson AU-190 Catalin 'Tombstone' radio from 1937 in a intensely marbleized lapis lazuli blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The lapis lazuli blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of white, clear + blue that adds depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in great condition with no holes and only small signs of age. Water-slide decal (will be applied prior the shipping), + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" 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 prior to use.
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Sparton 'Cloisonné' Model 500C Catalin Radio with Red Front
Rare Walter Dorwin Teague Art Deco Beauty
Incredible perfect Red front Sparton Cloisonné with yellow catalin cabinet. 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 red 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 metallic red Cloisonné front. Ivory plastic knobs and grill cloth are original to the set. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This is a great example of a radio that is seldom offered for sale especially in this great of a condition. This radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. 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.
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Sparton 'Cloisonné' Model 500C Catalin Radio with Blue Front
Rare Walter Dorwin Teague Art Deco Beauty
Incredible perfect Blue front Sparton Cloisonné with yellow catalin cabinet. 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 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 and color coordinated grill cloth are original to the set. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This is a great example of a radio that is seldom offered for sale especially in this great of a condition. This radio that would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. 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.
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Tom Thumb 'Deco' Catalin Radio in Marbleized Yellow - Rare Model
Seldom Seen Small Art Deco Design Radio
Great Deco Tom Thumb Catalin radio made in the late 1930s by the Automatic Radio Mfg. Co in a marbleized warm yellow. The 900 series of Tom Thumbs is known to collectors as the 'Deco Model' and is considered to be one of the top catalin radios to be found. The Tom Thumb name is a perfect fit for this radio - as it is one of the smallest radios made of catalin. This model has a design that is unique with the deco grill cutouts, asymmetrical design, and vertical dial scale with center knob. This beautifully translucent marbleized yellow example is all original + in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This is a great example of an all original early + rare 'Deco' Tom Thumb catalin radio that would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Catalin cabinet has no chips, repairs and only the mildest of tube burns (common for this model); however it does have one very small hairline on the bottom that is not visible when displayed. The original matching catalin knobs are original to the radio and have great marbleizing. Radio retains the original blue painted stripes that wrap around the cabinet. Gold grill cloth is original to the radio with only small signs of age. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This small radio measures approximately: 7.65" wide by 5" high by 3.75" 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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