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Sentinel 284 Catalin 'Wavy Grille" Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare

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Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
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  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare
  • Sentinel 284 Catalin ’Wavy Grille” Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue - Exceedingly Rare

Rarely Seen Blue Sentinel Catalin Radio

Ref: RA780

Excedingly Rare Catalin Sentinel 284 'Wavy Grille' radio in marbleized lapis-lazuli blue (oxidized to green) with butterscotch trim. Finding an example of this model in blue is extremely difficult as only a few exist as far as is know. The bluish-green patina on this radio is stunning with it's strong veins of yellow with tones of blue and green running through it that makes this an incredible example of a rare radio.

This Sentinel model was made circa 1945 by The Sentinel Radio Company of Evanston, Illinois Known to collectors as 'Wavy Grille' Sentinel, the designers surely drew inspiration from the automotive world. Along with the insert Catalin speaker grill and the slant front frequency indicator, the dial glass allows for easy viewing from above the radio as well, and acts as an additional architectural touch to make an already attractive radio into a true work of art. This particular example was owned by important catalin collector Mark Woolley, sold at Bonhams in 2007 along with the rest of his collection and has only been in one collection since. This set would make a truly incredible addition to any radio collection.

The radio is just a stunning example of an ultra-rare blue catalin Sentinel model 284.  The glossy catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs and has beautiful intense marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The chunky butterscotch catalin grill surround and knobs are original and in great condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The grill cloth, dial glass + back panel are original and show only minimal signs of age. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio measures approximately: 11" wide by 7" high by 6.25" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis appears complete, cord is tucked inside. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

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