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Gilbert Rohde Clock for Herman Miller Model 4706

Gilbert Rohde Designed Machine Age Clock

Stunning Gilbert Rohde Machine Age electric clock model 4706 manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company. This clock model was exhibited at the1933-34 World's Fair in Chicago. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design, including a chrome-ringed face that sits on a brushed aluminum base, with three speed-lines cut into it. The opalescent painted face has streamline dot hour markers, hands, and a red second hand that heighten the appeal of this rare clock. This is a truly striking design. The condition of this iconic clock can only be described as near mint. It is obvious that this clock has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches and light pitting on chrome consistent with light careful use and age. Clock base retains the original brown felt still affixed to the bottom.  Dial glass is original with no cracks or chips. The clock is fitted with an alarm and a starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Power cord is long and in good condition. Clock is marked Herman Miller clock Co. Zeeland, Mich. U.S.A. on the bottom of the face following the contour of the chrome bezel. This table clock measures 6 1/2" high by 6" wide by 3" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with clock keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Gilbert Rohde Clock for Herman Miller Pre-Production Model - Art Deco

Stunning + Rare with Red Hands and Metal Base

Rare Gilbert Rohde designed Art Deco electric alarm clock with red large "Tear-Drop" hour hand + red minute hand. Similar in design to model # 4738 but slightly taller, red hands + metal base(not wood like other). This most likely is a prototype/sample used to finalize the production model. Clock is untouched and all original + has not been cleaned in any way. Manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company. Please see photos compared to model #4738 for size, base and hands difference. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The nickel-plated half sphere hour markers, large red teardrop hour hand, and a red minute hand heighten the appeal of this rare clock. This is a truly striking design. The condition of this clock can only be described as near mint. Wood case is all-original with a beautiful lustre and only small signs of use. Black metal base has the original black paint. The clock is fitted with the original manual starting electric alarm movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time.  Power cord is original + losing some of the black cloth covering. Silver second hand is a replacement. This table clock measures approximately: 6.25" high by 5" wide by 2.0" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 6331 Clock in Walnut

Art Deco Round Gilbert Rohde Clock

Gilbert Rohde designed small Art Deco solid walnut electric clock model # 6331 manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. This clock is an exceptionally clean, moderne design by Gilbert Rohde. The case is solid walnut, with black base, silver dial and black hour markers highlighted by a red second hand. The front bezel of clock curves outwards from the convex clock glass. Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The condition of this clock can only be described as near mint. Wood case has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful luster that highlights the original veining of the walnut. The silver dial is lithographed with black deco numerals and imprinted “Herman Miller with logo” and is in great original condition. An example of this model clock is on exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum The small clock measures approximately: 4" wide by 4" high and 2" deep. The clock is fitted with the original self-starting electric movement. Cord has been replaced but clock is not currently working; motor makes noise and try to spin. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Gilbert Rohde Paldao Group Side Table American Art Deco for Herman Miller

Beautiful Biomorphic Cloud Gilbert Rohde Occasional Table

Rare Gilbert Rohde Paldao Group biomorphic occasional table on tapered leatherette wrapped legs with brass nailhead detail. Made by the Herman Miller Company c. 1941. The table top is book matched veneer in with the edges veneered in exotic Paldao wood from the Philippines. Table is in original condition with minor scuffs consistent with age and careful use. Measures approximately: 27.25" high by 27" long by 22.5 wide

Gilbert Rohde Table Clock 6381 for Herman Miller American Art Deco Design

Rare + Beautiful Gilbert Rohde Clock with Thermometer/Humidity Gauge

Rare Gilbert Rohde Art Deco clock from the series of clocks designed for Herman Miller with "Air-Guide". The clock is Number 6381 in the Herman Miller company literature and was shown in the 1937 catalog. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design, including the brushed nickel plated face plate with the black footed case of Macassar Ebony, + three brushed metal speed-lines affixed to the top of clock. The brushed silver painted clock + "Air-Guide" thermometer/humidity faces have streamline numerals, red + black hands, and a red second hand that heighten the appeal of this rare clock. This is a truly a striking design. The condition of this iconic clock is great and it is obvious that this clock has been well taken care of + only shows some fine scratches and light pitting consistent with careful use and age. The Macassar Ebony a case has been refinished and metal lightly cleaned. Round bottom "feet" retain the original brown felt still affixed to the bottom. Both dial glasses are original with no cracks or chips. Dial faces are original and show a little yellowing consistent with the age of the clock. The clock is fitted with the original movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Power cord is long and has been replaced at one time. Impressed on the bottom with model number 6381 and retains the original Herman Miller Clock foil tag as well. Clock measures 5.75" high by 10" wide by 2.25" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

GLOBE Catalin Radio in Yellow w/ Translucent Tortoise - Rare

Uniquely Designed GLOBE Catalin Radio

Seldom seen GLOBE catalin radio in a yellow with translucent marbleized tortoise trim. This radio with the dial on the left side makes for a unique design feature not found on other catalin radios of the time. This beautiful Art Deco radio features a translucent tortoise catalin 'waterfall' speaker insert grill + knobs. The GLOBE model radio differs from the Arvin in a few ways; dial and pointer are different, knobs are cylinders and always yellow, has a water-slide decal, chassis is different along with the mounting points for chassis. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The translucent and swirled catalin grill is complete and factory original to the radio with no cracks, chips, or repairs. Yellow cylinder knobs are original and in perfect condition. The dial plastic and the GLOBE water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately 8.5" wide x 6" high x 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.

Great 3-Color Laminated Catalin Bakelite Clock

Stunning Watermelon, lettuce green + Sand Colors

Beautiful laminated 3-color catalin bakelite clock....incredible watermelon, lettuce green and sand colored catalin. This is a stunning and rarely seen small rare desk clock.  Bezel of clock it stamped RMS CARINTHIA, the name of an ocean-liner from the 1930s/1940s.  These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Dial face, brass dial bezel, brass back plate, movement are original and in nice condition with only a small amount of wear consistent with age and use. Inside of movement is marked LUX. Measures approximately: 3.5" round by 1.75" deep. Clock is being sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily it, is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Great and Rare LUX Catalin Bakelite Tri-Color Clock

Awesome Geometric Catalin Clock

Deco Black, Yellow and Red geometric LUX catalin bakelite clock.  This is a seldom seen model in spectacular condition. The glossy catalin case is perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs.  Dial face, brass dial surround and back plate are original with only small signs of age and use. Clock ticks when wound, do not know if it keeps time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication + calibration.

Great Art Deco Sparton 517-B Radio Walter Dorwin Teague Design

Rare Ebony Lacquer with Chrome Trim Sparton Radio

The 1936 517-B Sparton "Cube" with the ebony lacquer finish and chrome trim is seldom a seen Art Deco radio and especially in this great of original condition. Made by the Sparks-Withington Company of Jackson, Michigan and was the creation of renowned industrial designer Walter Dorwin Teague. This model radio was one of three finishes available in 1936: wood, ivory and ebony. Of the three, the 517-B in ebony is the only one that was available with chrome stripes and the ribbed knobs also with chrome inserts, a feature that in my opinion sets it quite apart from all the other cube radios of the period. This is truly a striking radio to look at. This radio is all original and in incredible condition for a 76 year old radio.  Paint has some scuffs and cracking but nothing that deters from the radios beauty and rarity.  Art Deco dial scale is not faded and dial plastic is original.  Knobs are original and are the same ones used on other Teague designed models such as the 557 and 558. Radio measures approximately 13.5" wide x 12.5" high x 9" 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.

Great Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio - Rarely Seen

Seldom Seen Ebony Catalin Geddes Designed Aristocrat

Seldom seen Striking Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The ebony catalin has green/baby blue marbleizing that makes this unusual colored radio stand out. The trim (knobs, handle, grill and pointer) unlike other Aristocrat models is jet black and not brown.  This is a seldom seen color combination for this model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile black and ivory tenite/plastic grill, which is prone to deterioration, is original and in beautiful condition. The two black bakelite knobs + handle are original to the radio and also in perfect condition. The Emerson decal is also original and in beautiful condition.  The dial plastic is a correct replacements. The cabinet has small surface scratches consistent with age and light careful use. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection Radio measures approximately: 10.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5.50" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is tucked inside of cabinet. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Great Catalin Box with Cube Finial in Green Swirled + Black

This Large Octagon Catalin Bakelite Powder Box is a Rare Find

Catalin Bakelite box in green with yellow swirls with black accents. This incredible powder box is a rare find and is considered by many collectors to be the epitome of a catalin box collection. This box is one of only a few catalin boxes featured in "The Bakelite Jewelry Book" by Davidov + Dawes on page 65. The fluted base sitting on 4 black catalin cube feet sloping up to faceted sides finished off with a large "cube" finial resting on an octagon black catalin base on lid. The large size combined with the different design elements used on this box make it unique and rare. Powder box is original and has a beautiful gloss. Box has has no cracks, chips or repairs. Measures approximately: 5" high by 5" round at base.

Great Catalin Box with Cube Finial in Watermelon Red + Black

This Large Octagon Catalin Bakelite Powder Box is a Rare Find

Beautiful large seldom seen large Art Deco octagon shaped Catalin powder box in watermelon red with orange swirls and black accents. This incredible powder box is a rare find and is considered by many collectors to be the epitome of a Catalin box collection. This box is one of only a few Catalin boxes featured in "The Bakelite Jewelry Book" by Davidov + Dawes on page 65. The fluted base sitting on 4 black Catalin cube feet sloping up to faceted sides finished off with a large "cube" finial resting on an octagon black Catalin base on lid. The large size combined with the different design elements used on this box make it unique and rare. Powder box is original and has a beautiful gloss. Box has has no cracks, chips or repairs. Measures approximately: 5" high by 5" round at base.

Great Emerald Green and Yellow Laminated Bakelite Clock

Stunning Emerald Green with Yellow Catalin Clock

Great Art Deco Catalin 1930's Leonardo small square marbleized emerald green and yellow laminated wind-up desk clock. Gold clock face is original and in good condition. Clock case has no cracks, chips, or repairs. Brass dial surround, ball, and back have a little surface corrosion that are consistent with age. Measures approximately: 3" square by 1.25" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use clock daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

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.

Great Fada 1000 Insert 'Bullet' Catalin Radio Yellow + Red

All-Original Perfect Fada 1000 Insert Grille Fada Bullet

Rare + Stunningly beautiful FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio with rare insert grill in butterscotch with red marbleized trim. The catalin cabinet has lighter swirls unlike any other cabinet I've seen and it has a beautiful light patina. The original marbleized red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet model. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The bright red catalin insert grill, dial bezel, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio, they are also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. The Art Deco gold 'Gemloid' dial face is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original back panel in great condition. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" 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.

Great Marbleized Emerson BT-245 Catalin 'Tombstone' Radio - Lapis Lazuli Blue

Incredible Blue Catalin 1938 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Beautifully Marbleized Emerson BT-245 Catalin 'Tombstone' radio from 1938 in marbleized lapis lazuli blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The lapis lazuli blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of white, clear + blue that adds depth to an already beautiful radio. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The tombstone design of this radio combined with the great color combo really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. Not a radio that comes up often   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. Radio has been cut/polished back to its factory original blue color with a great glossy finish. 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 also correct replacements. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Provenance: From the Collection of French-born American artist Arman (1928-2005) 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.

Great Set of 4 Small Catalin Speakers - Vibrant Colors

Rare Set of 4 Colors

Striking set of 4 Catalin intercom speakers in swirled Azure Blue, solid Bright Red, swirled Golden Yellow and swirled Lettuce Green. These were manufactured in 1944 by Catalin Ltd. at Waltham Abbey, Hertfordshire, Essex, UK. Seldom do you see these being sold as a set and in these vibrant colors of Catalin. These little speakers have copper mesh grills that add to the quality of the build. The cabinets on each of these are free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The marbleized azure blue and marbleized lettuce green example have been cut/polished back to the factory colors and look absolutely vibrant. Each example retains its original speaker inside the cabinet and the cardboard backing. The copper mesh on three of the speakers is an exact replacement for the original. Speakers have small scratches consistent with age + use. Speakers measures approximately: 5.5" wide by 6" high by 2.5" 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.

Great Swirled Green with Applesauce Catalin Clock with Elephant

Gold Elephant Encased in Catalin

Great catalin bakelite clock in a rich green yellow swirl with a golden elephant encapsulated in the top apple-juice (clear orange) catalin section.  I have rarely seen this clock and when I have the colors were not as striking. The glossy catalin green case has intense yellow marbleizing that makes this rare clock stand out. The clock face on this example has an intricate Victorian Revival theme. The clock is marked on the face 'Made in Germany' The clock face is original and in good condition. Clock case has no cracks, chips, or repairs. Brass dial surround and back have a some surface wear/corrosion that are consistent with age. Measures approximately: 4" high by 3" wide by 1.5" deep.  Clock does not work as the winder is missing, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it.

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.

Halson Catalin Radio A5 'Dwarf' in Brazilian Onyx Green - Rare

Seldom Seen Translucent Green Marbleized Deco Catalin Radio

Rare Halson catalin radio model A5 'Dwarf' manufactured in 1938 by the Halson Radio + Television Corp of Meriden, CT.  This Halson midget size radio advertisement of "Fits into the palm of your hand" was perfect due to its small size. The Brazilian green onyx catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear and brown that add depth to the luscious catalin cabinet. The small size of this radio combined with the great color makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The glossy Brazilian green onyx catalin has beautiful marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. Catalin cabinet has a Dan Blake repair on the top left and on the underside of radio. Repairs can only been seen when looking closely for them or by looking on inside of cabinet. Knobs are correct replacements as is the dial face, which is prone to damage. Gold grill cloth is a replacement from the 1930's with a similar pattern to the original. Chassis is not original to this radio but is out of a similar radio + fits perfectly.  This is a rare radio that is seldom available in any color combination or condition. Radio measures approximately: 7.25" wide by 4.25" 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.