General Electric L-573 Catalin Radio in Translucent Tortoise with Maroon

Great Translucent General Electric Catalin Radio

Ref: RA457

General Electric L-573 Catalin radio in translucent marbleized reddish-tortoise with maroon trim.  The L-570 series made in 1941 is one of only two Catalin radios ever manufactured by General Electric. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the insert louvered grill and semi-circle handle.  The catalin has a deep shine + gloss, rich color, glow, exceptionally striking translucency and luminosity.  This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection.

This beautiful set is in in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to cabinet or original maroon trim. Radio retains the original bright painted dial, bottom paper label and back panel.

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.