Emerson Radio

Emerson BT-245 Catalin "Tombstone" Radio in Yellow + Ivory

Beautiful Yelllow with Brown Swirl Emerson BT-245

Emerson BT-245 catalin tombstone radio in seldom seen yellow with brown marbleizing and ivory trim. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with brown marbleizing that adds depth to an already beautiful radio. The yellow with brown swirl cabinet is not found as often as the standard yellow. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson "Tombstone" model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. Has a very minor tube burn that blends in with color and swirl. Has small scratches consistent with age and use. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and perfect. This models fragile plastic/tenite grill, which is prone to deterioration, is original and showing only minor warp, and light scratches.  Knobs, 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. 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 Catalin 'Little Miracle' 1938 Art Deco Radio in Oxblood Red

Seldom Seen Emerson Little Miracle in Striking Color Combo

This marbled oxblood red Catalin 1938 Emerson AX-235 was named 'Little-Miracle' by Emerson Radio + Television and is Emerson's first example of a small Catalin table / desk radio that also features a unique louvered insert grill. The small size of this radio combined with the great color and contrasting ivory trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The marbleized 'Tyrolean Red' or oxblood cabinet with the contrasting ivory tenite/plastic trim makes for a rare + striking color combination. The oxblood red cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This models fragile plastic ivory grill + knobs which are prone to deterioration have been replaced with exact color correct replacements. Radio retains the original manufactures label on the bottom of cabinet. Dial plastic and decal 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. 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 AU-190 Radio Beautiful Marbleized Blue - Rare

Incredible Blue Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Catalin Emerson AU-190 'Tombstone' radio from 1937 in a marbleized midnight blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The midnight blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of yellow, clear + blue that add 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, + 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.

Emerson BM258 Catalin Radio 'Big Miracle' in Yellow

Seldom Seen Emerson 'Big Miracle'

Emerson BM-258 Catalin radio known as the 'Big Miracle' in lemony yellow with black trim.  Made by Emerson Radio + Television in 1938 the Big Miracle is a slightly larger version of the Little Miracle. The cabinet is a light yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The light yellow color is brought out with its contrasting black louvered grill + knobs. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson 'Big Miracle' model. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. This models fragile black plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are original + good condition showing some mild warp and wear on the grill. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 7.25" 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.

Emerson 564 Catalin Radio Art Deco 'Slot-Grill' in Onyx

Great All Original Small Catalin Emerson 564

Onyx Catalin Emerson model 564 'Slot-Grill'. This is a magnificent Art Deco radio that features a vertical slide rule dial + a series of symmetrical grill cut-outs.  Emerson Radio & Phonograph Corp, out of New York, manufactured this small Catalin radio in 1940. The Catalin has a beautiful gloss and original patina.  The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Emerson model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The maroon catalin knobs are original to the radio. The radio retains its original reverse painted dial plastic also in excellent condition and the reddish textured grill cloth in excellent condition. Cardboard back panel is still present and in nice condition. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. Water-slide decal is a replacement. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + careful use. This radio measures approximately:  7" wide by 5.12" 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

Emerson AU-213 Radio Sakhnoffsky Designed Ingraham Cabinet

Beautiful Ingraham Emerson Mini-Tombstone

The Emerson AU-213 radio with its impressive design makes it one of the most interesting Ingraham cabinets made. This great design with its and curved cabinet styling and applied vertical grill bars is attributed to designer Alexis de Sakhnoffsky who was responsible for the design of the just as incredible "Mae West". This Art Deco model with its beautiful use of different toned veneer is highlighted by the graceful curved wood formed case. The E. Ingraham Company of Bristol, Connecticut made the cabinet for Emerson. Radio has the original finish with the water-slide decal still present. The original finish has a lustre to it and a beautiful rich color with wear/imperfections/dings in the wood consistent with age + use. The richness of the all-original veneers used by Ingraham have a remarkable of depth of color that is just stunning. The radio retains the original metal "Ingraham" tag on the bottom and the original cardboard back panel. The jet-black Bakelite knobs and the gold dial are original and in great condition. Radio has the original dial plastic that is in great condition with only a little yellowing. This small mini-tombstone radio measures approximately: 9." Wide by 11" High by 6" Deep. The chassis of this radio seems complete. This set is sold "as-is + untested" and as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Emerson BT-245 Catalin "Tombstone" Radio in Yellow + Plum

Stunning Perfect Iconic 1938 Art Deco Catalin Emerson Radio

Emerson BT-245 catalin tombstone radio in butterscotch with maroon trim. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with marbleizing in tones of clear and light yellow that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting maroon louvered grill + knobs. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson "Tombstone" model. This particular radio is interesting because it has always had the Emerson "script" decal on the front rather then the "clef" decal that is commonly seen on the BT-245 model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Has small scratches consistent with age and use. Cabinet retains original manufactures label affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and perfect. This models fragile plastic/tenite grill, which is prone to deterioration, is original and showing only minor warp, and light scratches.  Knobs, 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. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Emerson Catalin BM258 Radio "Big Miracle" in Butterscotch

Seldom Seen Emerson "Big Miracle"

Catalin Emerson BM-258 Radio known as the "Big Miracle" in rich butterscotch yellow with black trim.  Made by Emerson Radio + Television in 1938 the Big Miracle is a slightly larger version of the Little Miracle. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting black louvered grill + knobs. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson "Big Miracle" model. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. This models fragile black plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are original + good condition showing some mild warp and wear on the grill.  Radio retains the original cardboard bottom chassis cover. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 7.25" 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.

Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio Beautiful Marbleized Brown - Rare

Incredible Circassian Onyx Brown Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Emerson AU-190 Catalin radio from 1937 in a highly marbleized tortoise brown cabinet or Circassian Onyx as referred to by Emerson. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The brown swirled Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of yellow, clear + brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in great condition with no holes or fading and only small signs of age. The 3 catalin knobs are perfect + original to the radio. Radio also retains the original color coded back panel.  Water-slide decal, + 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. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Emerson EP-375 Catalin Radio - Great Oxblood "5+1"

Beautiful Highly Marbleized Oxblood Emerson EP375 "5+1"

Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Catalin radio in a highly desirable marbled oxblood red with contrasting oyster trim. The warm oxblood red cabinet has veins of yellow + clear running through it that makes the radio stand out from others. This radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. The beautiful marbleized Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs and has a beautiful gloss. The radios fragile tenite grill bars are original to the radio.  The knobs are correct replacements. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Green Catalin Emerson BT-245 Radio - Highly Marbleized "Tombstone"

Green Green Marbleized Catalin Emerson BT-245 Radio

Green Catalin Emerson BT-245 "Tombstone" radio with white trim. This radio is absolutely stunning with it's contrasting trim. The green Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, and brown that add depth to the luscious Catalin cabinet. 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. Cabinet retains original manufactures label affixed to the bottom of cabinet. 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.

Red Catalin Emerson AX-235 Radio "Little-Miracle" - Mint Example

Beautiful One Owner Red Emerson "Little-Miracle" Catalin Radio

Bright Red Catalin Art Deco Emerson AX-235 Radio "Little-Miracle". 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. This highly marbleized + bright red Catalin is a one owner radio that has been meticulously taken care of and is perfect. Radio still retains the original trim, color coordinated back, dial plastic, decal + manufacturer's sticker. This is the most marbleized and original Little Miracle I have come across and this would make an incredible addition to any radio or Deco collection. The bright red cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, warp, tube burns or repairs.  Cabinet retains the original factory gloss and the ivory tenite/plastic trim is original to the radio. Water-slide decal is original and in perfect condition.  This models fragile plastic grill + knobs which are prone to deterioration are original + beautiful condition showing only a very mild warp on the grill.  Water-slide decal is original + perfect as is the color coordinated cardboard back, dial plastic and power cord. 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. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Emerson Catalin Radio AU-190 Beautiful Brown Marbleized - Rare

Great Brown Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Beautiful Catalin Emerson AU-190 radio from 1937 in a highly marbleized tortoise brown cabinet or Circassian Onyx as Emerson referred to it. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found. The brown swirled Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of yellow, clear + brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs. Cabinet retains the original factory gloss. Radio Cabinet has on the inside bottom rear left back rail (back panel retaining screw hole) a very small chip that can not be seen when displayed - see photos. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in great condition with no holes or fading and only small signs of age. The 3 Catalin knobs are perfect + original to the radio. Water-slide decal, dial plastic, + cardboard back panel are replacements. 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.

Catalin Emerson AU-190 Radio Marbleized Green Art Deco Tombstone

Stunning Green Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio

Catalin Emerson AU-190 radio from 1937 in a highly marbleized green cabinet or Brazilian Onyx as Emerson referred to it. This radio is absolutely stunning. The green Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear and brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished and has an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs. Radio has very two small chips on the inside of the cabinet at the rear bottom back panel retaining screw holes that do not detract from the rarity of this radio as they can not be seen when displayed. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in great condition with no holes or fading and only small signs of age. The 3 Catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. Water-slide decal, dial plastic, and cardboard back 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. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.