Radios

Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Green Catalin Art Deco Radio

Beautiful 1941 lettuce green with yellow trim

Art Deco 1941 Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Catalin radio beautiful and perfect in bright lettuce colored cabinet with yellow trim. The lettuce colored cabinet has veins of brown, maroon and yellow running through it that makes the radio stand out from others. Radio cabinet has been hand cut/polished by Decophobia and has an incredible gloss to it. Radio has original trim in perfect condition and radio cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. 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.

Art Deco Fada 652 "Temple" Catalin Radio in Onyx + Yellow

Rare and Perfect FADA 652 Catalin radio

Art Deco FADA 652 "Temple" Catalin radio beautiful and perfect in rare onyx with yellow trim.  The onyx colored cabinet has veins of orange, maroon and white running through it that make this radio stand out from others. Radio model was part of the 1940-1942 radio lineup. This rare Catalin radio has no cracks, chips, nicks, repairs, or tube burns. Radio cabinet has been hand cut/polished by Decophobia and has an incredible gloss to it.  Radio has original trim, gold fabric grill cloth, bottom foil label and back panel. Reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement for the original one that is often damaged on this model. Radio measures approximately: 10.85" wide by 6.75" 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 prior to use.

Red + Yellow Catalin Art Deco Addison 5 "Courthouse" Radio

Intensely Marbleized Large Addison 5

This incredibly marbleized oxblood red case and butterscotch trim Catalin Addison Model 5 is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted 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. 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 Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five butterscotch vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original reverse painted dial glass also in excellent condition.  The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains and has only a small amount of wear.  This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately:  12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. Chassis seems complete but radio is not working, tubes light up and radio hums.  Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

AWA Fisk Radiolette "Empire State" Radio in Beetle Plastic Bakelite

Beautiful AWA Fisk Skyscraper Radio in Marbled Beetle Plastic

Art Deco scarce 1930's Skyscraper FISK Radiolette by AWA "Empire State" tube radio made of a lustrous highly marbled Beetle Plastic Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting chrome dial bezel surround. The ivory base color of the Beetle Plastic Plaskon with the purple, navy and bright orange marbling make this radio stand out.  Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this 1934 model's design, including, stepped "Skyscraper" design, molded vertical and horizontal rounded cross-ribbing that heightens the cabinet's exceptional look. Amalgamated Wireless Australia (A.W.A.) produced a number of Radiolette models over the years in a variety of sizes, designs, and materials. But the one that every radio collector wants is the 1934 model that is officially named "The Fisk".   Collectors for obvious architectural reasons also refer to this model as “The Skyscraper” or “Empire State”, and it is reputedly the first Bakelite case radio ever produced in Australia. This radio is the AUS version of the American made Air King "Skyscraper" designed by Harold Van Doren.  Interesting features on this radio include listings of the Australian and New Zealand radio station call letters around the frequency selector dial, plus a distant and local ("D/L") switch at the rear of the chassis. Radio is in wonderful original condition with only some small tight hairlines in the fragile Plaskon case and knobs.  Grill cloth, knobs, chrome trim and dial face are original to the radio. 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.

Knight "Coronet" KM Art Deco Yellow + Olive Green Catalin Radio

Seldom Seen Knight Brand Name

This Catalin 1941 Knight "Coronet" KM in butterscotch with olive green trim Art Deco radio. This is the only Catalin radio produced by Allied Radio Corp. and branded "KNIGHT" with a gold foil logo affixed to the front of the cabinet.  The "Knight" branded Catalin radios are rarely found. This rare Catalin radio has no cracks, chips, hairlines or repairs. The radios olive green trim is original to the radio and has an incredible gloss to it. Cabinet has a mild tube burn on the top left rear that in no way detracts from this rare radio. Radio has the original gold foil brand tag, light green center dial pointer, mesh grill cloth and back panel.  Dial plastic is original and has very little hazing or yellowing. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" wide 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.

RCA Victor Radio Model 115 "Skyscraper" Art Deco Design

Gorgeous RCA 115 Art Deco "Skyscraper" Tube Radio

Seldom seen Art Deco "Skyscraper" wooden RCA model 115 tube radio made circa 1933 by RCA Victor Co. This radio has a great stepped skyscraper shape, symmetrical design, beautiful colored wood and concentric circle knobs. This wooden radio has none of the usually heavy detailing found on the majority of antique wooden radios. Cabinet styling clearly shows the departure in design from the ornately carved faces of previous wooden radios. The unique styling of this "Skyscraper" model would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. The wooden cabinet is in great overall condition + is structurally sound. Finish retains a beautiful luster finish to it. Radio is structurally sound + finish does have some light scratches, scuffs on the cabinet consistent with use + age. The radio retains its original knobs with some paint wear to the black. The dial and RCA foil tag are in great condition and are original. The gold patterned grill cloth is original + in great condition with no holes or tears. Radio has both the original manufacturers tags on the chassis + cabinet. This stately radio measures approximately 13.5" Wide x 9" High x 7.75" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete and cord is tucked inside. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Art Deco Plaskon Kadette "Jewel" Radio in Chinese Red

Perfect Example of Rare Red Kadette Plaskon Radio

Beautiful and Rare Chinese Red Plaskon Kadette "Jewel" Model 44 with a marbled Tenite Art Deco grill insert.  This tube radio was manufactured in 1935 by the International Radio Corp. in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  This set is considered a midget sized table radio model. The stepped design with molded ridges and the Art Deco geometric designed Tenite grill insert make this radio a standout. This combination of plastics and cabinet style make it very popular and sought after by collectors. This radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful and natural gloss. It is just a superb example of this Deco radio, see photos.  The Bakelite case and trim have no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. Truly an exceptional tube radio that looks like it has been well cared for showing small light scratches consistent with light use. The coral toned Tenite grill with the Art Deco Geometric Egyptian eye design is in perfect original condition. Radio retains the original red Plaskon knobs, color coordinated red cardboard back, metal dial escutcheons, and red fabric grill cloth in great condition with no holes or tears. Radio measures: 7.5" wide by 5.5" 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.

Bendix 526C Catalin Radio in Green with Black

Great Bendix 526C Catalin radio in Swirled Green with Black trim. This Art Deco Bendix Tube Radio made circa 1946 is extremely stylish with the marbleized green cabinet and contrasting black front, a color combination only found on this model catalin radio. This model radio incorporates both a unique design + construction. The swirled green catalin top + sides are molded into one U-shaped piece that fits down over the black catalin piece which forms the front and base of the radio The two rounded corner pieces that bolt onto either side of the dial are a unique feature unlike anything found on any other radio. Radio is in beautiful original condition and retains a beautiful natural gloss that shows off the marbleized color. Cabinet and trim are in very perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs.  The cabinet has small surface scratches consistent with age and light careful use. Radio retains its original manufacturer's sticker on the bottom and the masonite back panel. The original gold and black dial plastic is also in perfect condition. Radio measures approximately 11" Wide x 7" 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 FADA 5F60 Radio Yellow with Onyx - Original

Beautiful Early Art Deco FADA 5F60 or "Baby Fada" Catalin Radio

This is a rare + perfect prewar 1936/37 Fada model 5F60-AU Catalin radio in faintly marbleized yellow with a translucent onyx grille. This is one of the earliest Catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This yellow + onyx example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Onyx grill has faint brown and yellow marbleizing and a beautiful transparency to it that gives it depth. This model has come to be known to collectors as the " Baby Fada" because of its small size. The AU designation at the end of the model # is the color code for Alabaster + Onyx per FADA catalogs of the era. Catalin Cabinet and trim have no cracks, chips, or repairs. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. Radio was found in Europe and has a Eurpoean plug; few Fada Catalin radios were made for export. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5" 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.