Radios

Catalin DeWald A-501 "Lyre" Radio in Highly Marbleized Oxblood Red

Stunning Incredibly Marbleized Oxblood with Butterscotch Trim DeWald "Harp"

Rare and beautifully marbleized oxblood red case with butterscotch trim Catalin DeWald model A-501 "Lyre" is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.  Manufactured circa 1940s by DeWald Radio Mfg Corp, out of New York.  This stunning model has to be one of the most musically inspired radio designs and because of this has become known to collectors as the "Lyre" or "Harp" DeWald. The Catalin has a deep shine, rich color, and glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow and orange colorful marbleizing that looks like veins of fire running through the cabinet.  The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this DeWald model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The butterscotch pinwheel knobs are original to the radio. The radio retains its original reverse painted curved dial glass also in excellent condition + the gold herringbone pattern grill cloth shows only a small amount of wear. Cardboard back panel and manufacturers sticker are still present. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately:  9.75" wide by 6.25" 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.

Stewart Warner 62T36 Catalin Radio in Dark Green with Yellow

Stunning Highly Swirled Dark Green with Yellow Trim Stewart Warner

Stewart Warner 62T36 Catalin Radio in Dark Green with butterscotch trim. This model is the second largest catalin radio made(second only to the RCA 66X series) + one of only a few Catalins with a shortwave band. The Catalin has a deep shine, original factory gloss, rich color, glow + also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. Radio is all-original including the painted dial glass and bottom paper label.  This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures: 13.25" wide x 8" high x 6.5" 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.

Fada 711 Catalin Radio "Dip Top" in Onyx with Ivory

Highly Marbleized Perfect Example of this Onyx Catalin FADA 711

Beautiful Fada 711 "Dip-Top" Catalin radio in a desirable onyx/pea-green with ivory trim. The 711 is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The perfect Catalin case has great translucence and marbleizing. This set has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs to the Catalin case or plastic trim. The Catalin case has great translucence and marbleizing.  The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and even patina after having been polished by Decophobia back to the original onyx color about 5 years ago. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and the bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in excellent original condition.  Radio retains original manufactures label on bottom, dial plastic, flocked grill, and masonite back panel. 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.

Emerson AX-235 "Little Miracle" Catalin Radio in Lapis Lazuli Blue

Seldom Seen Blue + Ivory Emerson Little Miracle

Emerson AX-235 "Little-Miracle" Catalin Radio in a rare highly marbleized lapis lazuli blue. Manufactured in 1938 by Emerson Radio + Television this is Emerson's first example of a small Catalin table radio that also features a unique louvered insert grill.  This stunning radio has taken on a beautiful rich bluish-green patina which is only accentuated by the streaks of yellow that run throughout the cabinet adding depth to a great radio.  The small size of this radio combined with the great color and contrasting trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The beautiful Lapis Lazuli cabinet was professionally repaired by Dan Blake and has been in my personal collection.  Repair can only be detected when looking at inside of cabinet. This models fragile ivory plastic grill + knobs that are prone to deterioration have been replaced with correct replacements.  Water-slide decal, clear dial plastic and back panel are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 8.85" wide by 5.25" high by 3.75" 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.

Fada Catalin 53 / 5F50 Radio in Maroon with Yellow - Rare Color Combo

Rare Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Rare prewar Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in maroon with yellow insert grille + knobs. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size.  This Merlot + Yellow color combination is seldom found in the FADA 53 model. Radio has a beautiful gloss to the Catalin cabinet and trim. All lemon yellow marbleized trim is original to radio, grill has a small hairline that can barely be seen in between the louvers.  The maroon cabinet was professionally repaired by Dan Blake over 10yrs ago.  Repairs can only been seen when looking closely for them or looking at inside of cabinet. Water-slide decal, dial plastic and back panel are replacements. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.

SONY TR-78 Transistor Radio Prototype / Sales Sample - Marked "Sample Only"

Radio acquired from the family of an employee of Agrod in New York

Sony TR-78 Transistor Radio rare sales sample or prototype model.  Radio acquired from the family of an employee of the Agrod Company in New York who was the exclusive U.S. importer for all Sony radio + microphone products starting in 1957.  This TR-78 was shipped to Agrod by Sony as a sales sample of a radio that was being considered for the US market - this model radio was never made available as far as we can tell.  We have looked + have been unable to find reference to this model on Sony collectors websites and else where. This rare radio is faintly marked on the rear "Sample Only" and "Property of...".  Cabinet is ivory plastic that is factory painted a pink/rose color - most all plastics that are molded the dye is introduced into the melted plastic and blended during the molding process the color is throughout the plastic this cabinet was painted, further identifying it as a sample or prototype. Radio retains original tag on the back stating model # as TR-78 - Seven Transistor All Wave that is somewhat faded but can still be read.  Radio does have some damage + wear as seen in photos, one grill bar is cracked. Chassis seems complete except for the lack of speaker.  All parts on radio seem original and correct. Measures approximately: 13" 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.

RCA 66X Catalin "Tuna Boat" Radio in a RARE Chocolate Brown Swirl

Rare Chocolate Brown Catalin RCA Victor "Tuna Boat" - Very Few Known

Extremely rare Chocolate Brown highly swirled RCA 66X Series Catalin radio - this is one of only a few known examples in this color know to exist to this date. Known to collectors as the "Tuna Boat", this Catalin cabinet from the 1945 RCA 66X series of radios has the distinction of being the largest Catalin radio ever manufactured. This is a radio needs to be displayed with adequate lighting in order to show off the splendid color and marbleizing that it has. The brown swirled Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of white, light yellow + dark brown that add depth to an already rare radio. Radio cabinet has been hand cut/polished by Decophobia and has an incredible gloss to it. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The 3 Dark Brown Bakelite Knobs are original to the radio. The gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and shows some wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original glass dial and manufacturers sticker on the bottom. This radio needs to be displayed with adequate lighting in order to show off the splendid color and marbleizing. This stately radio measures approximately: 15.25" wide by 8.75" high by 6.85" 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.

Detrola 274 "Split-Grille" Radio - Beetle Plastic with Ivory Trim

Uncommon Early Plaskon Detrola Radio

This Machine Age Marbleized Beetle Plastic Detrola "Split-Grille" 274 Tube Radio is one of the most elusive designs that Detrola ever produced. This example is made of "Beetle" Plaskon with ivory Tenite knobs and "Split-Grilles". This set is highlighted by beautiful green + orange marbleizing.  This cabinet's design is a beautiful example of Machine Age styling with it's great rounded edges + molded plastic ridges that travel around the base of radio and separate louvered grills. The cabinets of these sets are extremely fragile, and as a result few appear to have survived. The cases and trim often crack or became distorted due to the heat of the tubes. The beautiful + brightly colored Marbleized Beetle Plastic cabinet is in good original condition. It has a few small hairline cracks that do not detract from the beauty and rarity of this set. The grilles only show a mild amount of warp consistent with age.  Radio retains the original cardboard back, all manufacturers labels and original dial plastic all in good condition. The radio measures 9.25" wide by 5.25" high by 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.

Sentinel 177U Catalin Radio in Marbleized Sand with Yellow Trim

Seldom Seen Sentinel Wrap Around Grill Catalin Radio

Catalin Sentinel model 177U radio in a beautiful + incredibly marbleized sand colored case with yellow trim. This radios design with its wrap around grill, dial surround + cabinet etchings is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.  Manufactured in 1939 by Sentinel Radio Corporation, out of Illinois.  This model is seldom seen and came in three-color combinations. The Catalin has a deep shine, rich color and glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow, orange + brown colorful marbleizing.  The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Sentinel model. This beautiful set is in in great condition with no chips, tube burns or repairs.  The yellow grill and gumdrop knobs are original to the radio. Radio retains the original dial plastic. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately:  10.25" wide by 6.75" high by 5.25" 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.

Fada Catalin 53 / 5F50 Radio in Yellow + Green

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Stunning prewar Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a bright green grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and green example is all original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish.  Green grill makes for a wonderful contrast with the butterscotch cabinet. Catalin Cabinet + trim have no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This is a great example of an all original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.

Fada Catalin 53 / 5F50 Radio in Yellow + Blue - Great Art Deco Radio

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Beautiful prewar 1938 Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a highly marbleized blue grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and blue example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish.  Blue grill which has taken on a rich green patina has intense yellow marbleizing + a beautiful transparency that gives it depth. Catalin Cabinet + trim have no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.

DeWald 561-2 Catalin Radio in Onyx + Butterscotch - Great

Stunning + Rare Color Combo of a Seldom Seen Model DeWald Radio

DeWald 561-2 "Jewel or Outline-Grill" Catalin Radio in rare onyx with butterscotch trim. The onyx green Catalin has a deep shine + original factory gloss, rich color and glow, which, is highlighted with the yellow trim. The trim is all-original with no cracks, or repairs + has taken on a beautiful butterscotch patina. One of only 3 Catalin radios ever manufactured by DeWald + made in 1939. Radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, hairlines, tube burns or repairs. Grill cloth is original to the radio.  Dial water-slide DeWald decal is a replacement. Radio and trim have small scratches consistent with careful use + age.  This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures: 9.5" wide x 6.25" high x 6" 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.

Catalin Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Radio in Lapis Lazuli Blue with Handle

Rare Blue Emerson Catalin "5+1" with No Rivets + Matching Handle

Spectacular + desirable marbled lapis-lazuli blue Art Deco 1941 Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Catalin radio with handle and no rivets. This is the rarest model + color combination made for the "5+1".  This original radio has taken on a beautiful rich bluish-green patina which is only accentuated by the streaks of yellow that run throughout the cabinet adding depth to a great radio. The beautiful glossy marbleized Catalin cabinet + handle are perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Radio has original tan plastic grille bars + knobs. Dial plastic is original and free of hazing with only mild yellowing. Radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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 prior to use.

Catalin Emerson AX-235 Radio "Little Miracle" in Incredible Green Swirl

Rare Highly Marbleized Emerson Little Miracle in Brazilian Onyx

Catalin Art Deco 1938 Emerson AX-235 Radio "Little-Miracle" by Emerson Radio + Television and is Emerson's first example of a small Catalin table radio that also features a unique louvered insert grill. The rare highly marbleized green or "Brazilian Onyx" as Emerson referred to retains the original factory gloss. The green Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear and brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio.  The small size of this radio combined with the great color and contrasting trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, warp or repairs. This models fragile plastic green grill + knobs which are prone to deterioration have been replaced with exact color correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 8.75" wide by 5.25" 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 prior to use.

Emerson AX-235 "Little Miracle" Catalin Radio in Jet Black + Orange - RARE

Rare Original Jet Black + Orange "Halloween" Emerson Little Miracle

Jet Black Catalin with Orange Trim Emerson AX-235 "Little-Miracle" Radio.  Collectors refer to this rare color combination as the “Halloween Radio”. This is among the rarest Catalin radios manufactured.  Made in 1938 by Emerson Radio + Television is Emerson's first example of a small Catalin radio that also features a unique louvered insert grill. The small size of this radio combined with the great color and contrasting trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The Orange grill and black knobs are original to the radio.  The Jet Black cabinet was professionally repaired by Dan Blake over 18yrs ago and has been in my personal collection since.  Repairs can only been seen when looking for them or looking at inside of cabinet. This models fragile plastic grill & knobs which are prone to deterioration are original and in good condition showing only a very mild warp, deterioration + shrinkage on the grill.  Original black knobs are perfect.  Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 8.85" wide by 5.25" high by 3.75" 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.

Catalin DeWald Radio 561-2 "Jewel" in Butterscotch + Blue - RARE

Rare Color Combo of a Seldom Seen Model DeWald Radio

Rare Catalin DeWald 561-2 "Jewel or Outline-Grill" Radio in butterscotch with marbleized Blue trim.  One of only 3 Catalin radios ever manufactured by DeWald and made in 1939. In 27 years of collecting this is the only one in this color combination that I have owned and only the 4th one I have seen. This radio is about as rare as it gets in the Catalin genre. The butterscotch Catalin has a deep shine + original factory gloss, rich color and glow, which, is highlighted with the contrasting blue(patina to green) trim. The marbleized trim is all original with no cracks, or repairs + has taken on a beautiful rich green patina.  This beautiful set is in in great condition with no cracks, hairlines, tube burns or repairs. Radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, hairlines, tube burns or repairs. Right knob has a small chip towards the back edge that is not noticeable.  Grill cloth is original to the radio.  Dial plastic + decal are exact replacements. Radio and trim have small scratches consistent with careful use + age.  This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures: 9.5" wide x 6.25" high x 6" 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.

Blue Plaskon RCA 9-SX "Nipper" with Beetle Plastic Trim - Beautiful

Seldom Seen Model in a Great Color Combo

Great Machine Age RCA Victor Radio known as the "Nipper" 9-SX in bright blue Plaskon with a Beetle Plastic grill. This 1939 model is an incredibly well designed streamlined tube radio. This little radio is constructed of 3 separate Plaskon Bakelite pieces, first is the Plaskon body, second is the wrap around deco grill with the great RCA Victor logo engraved vertically on the rounded corner, and third + lastly is the top Plaskon stepped trim piece. Even though these midget sized radios were popular in their time and offered in many color combinations, they have become hard to find in any combination due to its fragile Plaskon case. This radio is as close to perfect as can be found and has the original blue knobs + is free of any cracks, tube burns or repairs to the trim or body. Fragile Dial is orignal and in great condition, radio retains original back panel + rear blue knob. This radio has a few very small hairlines common to plaskon radios. The radio measures approximately: 5" high by 8" wide 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.

Catalin General Television Radio Model 591 - Yellow with Ivory Trim

Highly Marbliezed Catalin General Television Radio

Stunning + Rare Yellow Catalin General Television radio 591, with beautiful contrasting ivory handle, grill, knobs, and dial face frame.  Made by General Television Radio Corp of Chicago, Illinois, model 591 is the only Catalin model made by the company.  The cabinet on the Catalin GTV has great swirls + clear that add depth to the radio.  The gold face features a stunning textured deco pattern, with a red Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which "General Television" appears. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful and natural gloss and is just a superb example of this General Television radio.  Cabinet is in perfect condition with no crack, chips, repairs or tube burns.  The ivory polystyrene trim is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The gold dial is original and in great condition. The dial plastic is also original and in great condition. Radio retains its original cardboard back and manufacturer's label affixed to the chassis Radio measures approximately: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to the top of the handle. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete, original cord is cracked and should be replaced.  Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Great Emerson "Strad" CH-256 Ingraham Radio

The Emerson "Stradivarius" Model CH-256 from 1939 has to be one of the most beautiful Ingraham cabinets made. The radio's elegant violin shape, sounding cutouts and grille bars that resemble the strings of a violin are unlike any other radio. Here is your chance to add this fine example of this "D" dial Emerson to your collection. Radio has been cosmetically restored back to its original beauty. The radio was a very clean example prior to restoration, and it had no missing or chipped veneers or the wrap around inlays. The richness of the all original veneers used by Ingraham have a remarkable depth of color that is just stunning. Please view all photos to see the incredible workmanship and design of this radio. The radio still retains its original metal Ingraham tag on the bottom and it's original Bakelite knobs. The gold painted metal dial is original and in great condition with only a small signs of age. The dial plastic is original. This small radio measures approximately: 10.5" wide by 6.25" high by 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.

Emerson "Strad" CH-256 Ingraham Radio in Maple

Great Violin Designed Vintage Emerson Radio

Emerson "Stradivarius" Model CH-256 circa 1939 in Maple has to be one of the most beautiful Ingraham cabinets made. The radio's elegant violin shape, sounding cutouts and grille bars that resemble the strings of a violin are unlike any other radio. Here is your chance to add this fine example of this "D" dial Emerson to your collection. Radio has been cosmetically restored back to its original beauty. The radio was a very clean example prior to restoration, and it had no missing or chipped veneers or the wrap around inlays. The richness of the all original veneers used by Ingraham have a remarkable depth of color that is just stunning. Please view all photos to see the incredible workmanship and design of this radio. The radio still retains its original metal Ingraham tag on the bottom and it's original Bakelite knobs. The gold painted metal dial is original and in great condition with only a small signs of age. The dial plastic has been replaced as the original had yellowed. This small radio measures approximately: 10.5" wide by 6.25" high by 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.