We Buy Catalin Radios
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AMC 126 '3-Ring' Catalin Radio in Maroon + Yellow
Seldom seen AMC 3-Ring in a Great Color Combination
Rare AMC (Garod) 126 '3-Ring' Catalin radio in a merlot/maroon with butterscotch trim. This radio is gets it nickname from the intricate design of the 3 interlocking rings in the grill. The catalin cabinet has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off the striking butterscotch catalin trim. This model radio is seldom seen in colors other than all butterscotch and in this fine of a condition. This beautiful set is in great condition with no chips or tube burns to the catalin cabinet; however cabinet has a small tight hairline coming from under the grill trim on the bottom right corner that is difficult to see. The knobs and handle are original to the radio and also free of any defects; however the the grill has a repaired crack on the bottom right where the screw secures the trim to cabinet. Please see last photo with areas circled. The radio retains its original grill cloth which has no tears or stains. Cabinet retains the original water-slide decal and the manufactures paper label affixed to the bottom of cabinet. This rare radio displays well and radio that is often found heavily damaged. This stately radio measures approximately: 10.5" Wide by 8" High by 5.85" 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.
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AMC 1450 Catalin 'Peak-Top' Radio in Merlot + Butterscotch
Seldom seen 1940 AMC Model in a Great Color Combination
Beautiful AMC (Garod) 1450 'Peak-Top' Catalin radio in a merlot/maroon with butterscotch trim. The catalin cabinet has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off the exceptionally striking butterscotch catalin trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Garod model. This model radio is seldom seen in colors other than all butterscotch and in this fine of a condition. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the catalin cabinet or trim. The cylindrical shaped knobs, grill and handle are original to the radio and also free of any defects. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth which has no tears or stains. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 10.5" Wide by 8" High by 5.85" 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.
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American Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Clock for Herman Miller Model 4706
Gilbert Rohde Designed Machine Age Clock
Rare Gilbert Rohde Machine Age electric clock model 4706-N exhibited at the 1933-34 World's Fair in Chicago. Manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. 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 numerals, 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 Deco black hour hand has a fine scratch caused by the spinning of the minute hand. This in no way detracts from this great clock. 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.
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American Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Clock Herman Miller 4723-A
Solid Honduras Mahogany Electric Clock Manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company
Gilbert Rohde designed Art Deco Solid Honduras Mahogany electric clock model # 4723-A manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The half sphere hour markers, teardrop hour hand, and a red second hand heighten the appeal of this rare clock. This is a truly striking design. Eleven of the hour markers are nickel-plated and the one at the 12 o'clock position is brass adding to the design and are original to the clock. The condition of this clock can only be described as near mint. Wood case has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful lustre. Wedge shaped clock base the original black paint. The clock is fitted with an alarm and a starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Cloth covered power cord has been replaced and is long. This table clock measures approximately: 5.5" high by 4.75" wide by 2.5" deep. If you wish to use clock daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.
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American Art Deco Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman Pair of Side Tables
Beautiful Curved Shapes with Speed-Lines
Original pair of 1940's blond mahogany occasional tables with elegant curved bell legs designed by Paul Frankl for the Brown-Saltman Company. Each with a rectangular top over flared bell legs with 3 "Speed-Line" details under top. Stamped on the underside of the surface "MFG. By Brown-Saltman Co., Southgate, California, 8088 End Table". This table model is pictured in Emily Genauer's 1939 book 'Modern Interiors, Today and Tomorrow'. Tables have been refinished and are ready to be displayed/used. Each table measures 28" wide by 16" wide by 22.5" high.
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American Art Deco Rare Gilbert Rohde Clock for Herman Miller
Chrome and Wood Model 4084 from the 1934 Chicago World's Fair
Beautiful Gilbert Rohde Art Deco clock from the series of clocks introduced at the Chicago World's Fair for Herman Miller. Original silver face with black raised hour markers, black hands, red second hand and a single curved chrome strip wrapping along one side of the clock. The clock is Number 4084-B in the Herman Miller company literature and was shown in the 1933 and 1937 catalogs and also in the special catalog for the 1934 Chicago World's Fair. Impressed model number 4084-B and original World's Fair factory label is affixed to the rear of clock Clock keeps perfect time and case has been refinished. Clock measures 8.75" high by 7.5" wide by 2.75" 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.
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American Art Deco Red Plaskon Detrola "Pee-Wee" Model 218
Designed by George W. Walker
This George W. Walker designed Machine Age Bakelite Detrola "Pee-Wee" 218 midget tube radio is one of the most popular designs that Detrola ever produced. Even though this midget radio was popular in its time and was offered in many color combinations, it has become hard to find in any combination due to its fragile tiny case. This example is made of red Plaskon/Bakelite with black Tenite knobs and streamlined feet. Walker also designed automobiles for the Ford Motor Co., and numerous other products for companies including Admiral Radios, and Willys Trucks. Some of his most recognizable designs that he is credited for are 1955 Thunderbird, and some of the 1949 Ford and the 1950 Lincoln designs. This cabinet's design is a beautiful example of Machine Age styling. It has great rounded edges and molded plastic ridges that travel around the radio. Note that the cases of these sets are extremely fragile, and as a result few appear to have survived. These cases often cracked or became distorted due to the heat of the tubes in such a small plastic cabinet, this one has a perfect red Plaskon cabinet and black trim. The beautiful red colored Bakelite cabinet is in great original condition and retains a beautiful luster. The cabinet has no cracks, chips, burns, or repairs. Radio retains the original black pressed cardboard back in great condition along with the SW/BC band control knob. This small radio measures approximately: 6.5" Wide by 4.5" High by 4.25" 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.
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American Art Deco Ruba Rombic Sunshine Yellow Glass Vase
6 1/2" Cubist Vase Design by Reuben Haley for Consolidated Glass in 1928
Beautiful "Sunshine Yellow" American Art Deco Ruba Rombic vase designed in 1927 by Reuben Haley and introduced in 1928 by the Consolidated Lamp and Glass Company of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. The Cubist design of the Ruba Rombic collection is stunning -- like a block of carved ice. This vase is item number "800" according to original catalogues in the rare sunshine yellow. Vase is in as close to perfect as these damage prone glassware pieces can be with only a couple fleabites on the top rim. Vase measures approximately: 6.5" high
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American Art Deco Shoe Advertising Character - Stylish Metal Figure
Great Facial Features and Smart Looking Clothing on this Metal Advertising Figure
Stylish painted metal Art Deco advertising character used in the 30's and 40's to promote Bostonians Shoes. This advertising character is featured on page 198 of the book "Counter Culture - The Allure of Mini-Mannequins" by Steven Heller + Louise Fili. The quick pace of the figure suggests a city dweller on his way to work. Character has great details from the facial features, impeccable pants pleat, fitted jacket and perfectly placed tie.This is a great period piece to add to any Art Deco collection. Item is in great original condition with minor signs of use to the paint and is mounted on a custom made base. Measures approximately: 17" high
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ARIA Catalin Radio 561 'Jewel' in Yellow + Maroon
Seldom Seen Two-Tone Model
Catalin ARIA 561 'Jewel' Radio in yellow with maroon trim. The beautiful butterscotch catalin cabinet has faint marbleizing and a beautiful gloss. The original maroon trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a DeWald model. This radio is the same model as the DeWald....just branded ARIA. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the outline grill surrounding the grill slits, semi-circle handle and fluted knobs. This is an uncommon radio model to find in any color combination. Radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The maroon trim is all original with no cracks, chips, or repairs. ARIA decal and gold patterned grille cloth are original to the radio and in great condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio and trim have small scratches consistent with careful use + age. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Provenance: From the Collection of French-born American artist Arman (1928-2005) 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.
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Art Deco Catalin Ellis Skyscraper Lighter
Great Jet Black Bakelite Lighter
Beautiful jet black Catalin / Bakelite skyscraper lighter made by the Ellis Lighter Corp.. This Art Deco skyscraper shaped lighter is in perfect condition - looks like it has never been used. The lighter is concealed inside the body and only made visible when the top is flipped open. Lighter measures approximately: 6" tall
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Art Deco Catalin Green + Tortoise Laminated New Haven Clock
Seldom Seen Flying Saucer Shaped Clock
Beautiful Art Deco 1930's small flying saucer shaped laminated Catalin marbleized green and tortoise shell New Haven wind-up desk clock. The flying saucer shape of this clock is unlike any others that I have seen. Clock sits on a base that makes it look as if it were floating at a slight angle. Clock case has no cracks, hairlines, burns, or repairs and is currently working. Clock face is original and in good condition. Brass dial surround and back is bright and only has a small amount of corrosion on the inside of dial glass. Measures: 4.25" round by 1" deep. Vintage clocks are not guaranteed to keep accurate time and to continue working after shipping.
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Art Deco Chrome "Superlectric" Toaster Series 66
Incredible Design with Red Catalin Accent Pieces
The Superlectric model 66 is one of the most uncommon Art Deco chrome and Red Catalin trim Toasters ever manufactured. Made in the 1930's by Superior Electric Product Corp. in St. Louis, MO. This highly stylized Art Deco designed toaster floating on a tubular chrome frame is absolutely stunning. From its speed lines running down each side to it's rounded + tapered edges and 4 bright red Bakelite stacked cylinder handles interspersed with chrome discs. The design is reminiscent of the streamlined locomotives, ocean-liners and automobiles of the 30's. This was definitely a design made for the "kitchens of the future" during this era. Toaster is stamped on the bottom: SUPERLECTRIC MF'D by Superior Elect Prod. Corp., St. Louis, MO. - No 66 Series 3.5 AMP = 110 120 VOLTS AC or DC.
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Art Deco Console Vanity Attributed to Donald Deskey
Stunning Art Deco Console Vanity with Shelves
An American Art Deco streamline console vanity attributed to Donald Deskey. Dramatic design featuring rich black lacquered wood, warm natural wood, chrome and glass. The large 60" circular mirror is attached to a three-drawer cabinet on the left with two thick glass shelves to the right with all of it sitting on a chrome edged black base. The chunky solid chrome plated drawer pulls, 3/4 inch glass shelves, circular mirror and solid sloping black with chrome base make this design a truly bold and beautifully crafted statement piece. This is one of a kind cosmopolitan masterpiece that can be used either as a console or a vanity. Console is in excellent restored condition. This high quality Deco piece features dovetail construction, heavy chrome plated brass hardware + base trim and 3/4" thick glass shelves. This stately piece measures approximately 66" long by 60: high by 13.75" deep. Drawer cabinet measures 26.5 high by 20.5 wide by deep10". Chrome edged base measures 66" long by 13.75" deep by 2.5" high. Glass shelves measure 45.5" long by 7" deep.
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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.
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Art Deco Frank Lloyd Wright Johnson Wax Research Building Lighter
Iconic Machine Age Design
1930's Skyscraper Art Deco figural "Johnson's Wax Research Tower" petrol table cigar lighter. The chrome-plated quality lighter is a miniature model of the Racine Wisconsin building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright is considered to be one of America's foremost architects. Wright designed this streamline skyscraper building in the 1930's, but Johnson Wax did not build it until the 1940's. The lighter was commissioned by H. J. Johnson, the then President of the company and given to a select number of employees/people in 1947 as a memento. This novelty figural cigar lighter is one of the most important Deco figural desk lighters ever manufactured. The building lighter features a great streamlined cubic ribbed design with red lacquer enamel stripes and circular stepped base. This heavy and well-made lighter is marked "Johnson's Wax Research Tower Racine Wis." on the large fuel screw on the bottom of lighter, which is often missing. The condition is great with only minimal signs of use and chips/wear in the red enamel paint. Most of the time when these lighters are found the bottom red building overhang has been stripped because of paint loss to chrome, this example still retains the original red enamel on this detail. The lighter measures approximately 5.75" Tall x 2.85" across at the base and is in near mint condition.
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Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Brazilian Rosewood 4738-D Clock Herman Miller
Deco Round Rosewood Gilbert Rohde Clock
Gilbert Rohde designed Art Deco Solid Brazilian Rosewood electric alarm clock model # 4738-D manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The nickel-plated half sphere hour markers, teardrop hour hand, and a red second 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 has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful lustre. Black base the original black paint. The clock is fitted with the original manual starting electric movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Power cord has been replaced and is long. This table clock measures approximately: 5.5" high by 4.75" 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.
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Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Clock 6366 for Herman Miller
Striking Gilbert Rohde 'Tide' Clock by the Herman Miller Clock Company
Art Deco Gilbert Rohde designed electric clock model # 6366 manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1932. This clock is an exceptionally clean, moderne design by Gilbert Rohde. The unusual hour hand and large face is characteristic of his clock designs of the period. The bold grain pattern in the Macassar veneer accentuates its sleek, horizontal design. A single chrome rib wraps the width of the clock, and the clock body rests on a recessed chrome base giving it a floating impression. This clock is often refereed to as the "Tide" clock. This iconic clock has been featured in many volumes of design books, and important auctions. The condition of this iconic clock is great. The Macassar Ebony case has been refinished + chrome accents have been re-plated. The face is imprinted “Herman Miller Clock Co., Zeeland, Mich, USA” and is in fantastic condition. The clock is fitted with the original self-starting electric movement that is in working condition at this time. Power cord appears to be original. The stately clock measures approximately: 16.75" wide by 6.25" high and 3.25" 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.
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Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Walnut 4738 Clock Herman Miller
Art Deco Round Gilbert Rohde Clock
Gilbert Rohde designed Art Deco solid walnut electric alarm clock model # 4738-B manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The nickel-plated half sphere hour markers, teardrop hour hand, and a red second 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 has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful lustre. The clock is fitted with the original manual starting electric movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Power cord has been replaced at some point. This table clock measures approximately: 5.5" high by 4.75" 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.
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Art Deco Japanese "Fishbowl" Clock with Swimming Goldfish
All Original Seldom Seen Table Clock with Swimming Goldfish
This "Fishbowl" clock is wonderful example of Japanese Art Deco design made in the early 1930s by the National Clock Co. This whimsical windup clock, which rests under a bluish tinted glass dome, has deco numbers on a revolving ball that indicates hours and minutes. While one moving fish ticks out the seconds, the second fish oscillates in a fixed position acting as a pendulum. This gives the appearance that the fish are "swimming" inside of the fishbowl. This rare clock has six chrome feet similar to a Dominique design that attach to a black painted beveled base with chrome accents and a geometric frieze. This clock is pictured on page 21 of the book "Pastimes / Telling Time From 1879 to 1969" by Philip Collins. Clock is in wonderful original condition with slight wear to chrome and black paint. Clock is currently working and keeping time. Original bluish globe has one small fissure on the inside lip that can only bee seen when looking closely. Measures approximately: 5.375" high by 4.50" wide by 4" deep with feet. 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.