Radios

Black Swirl Addison 5 Catalin 'Courthouse' Radio - Beautiful

Nicely marbleized Addison Model 5 'Courthouse' catalin radio in dark green cabinet with yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. Even though this radio's color is often described as black with yellow swirl, they are in fact dark green with yellow swirls. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow and green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model.This beautiful and glossy example is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five yellow vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear while retaining its original greenish tone. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass is original to the radio and in great condition.  Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" 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.

Motorola Radio 50XC 'Circle Grille' in Warm Yellow Marbleized Catalin

Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio

This warm yellow catalin Motorola radio model 50-XC-3 'Circle-Grill' is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the "Circle Grille". This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. The catalin has a deep shine that makes its warm yellow/oatmeal color glow + show off exceptionally striking, yellow and brown marbleizing, which, makes it stand out from other Catalin radios. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful oatmeal/light yellow catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching catalin trim with no cracks, chips or repairs. The fabric grill cloth is original and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and cardboard back panel. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" 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.

Pistachio Catalin Addison 5 'Courthouse’ Radio with Merlot Trim - Beautiful

Beautiful Pistachio Marbleized Catalin Large Addison

Great Addison Catalin radio Model 5 in marbleized Pistachio cabinet with Maroon trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. Pistachio catalin was only used by four radio manufacturers of the time and is therefore an uncommon find. The radio has taken on a beautiful patina over the years and it is just a pristine example of this model. The pistachio catalin cabinet has a glossy deep rich color, glow and also has brown, clear, yellow + green tone marbleizing that adds dimension to the radio. The radio is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five maroon vertical grill bars are original as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The green reverse painted dial glass in is a correct replacement. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains + has only a small amount of wear. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + careful use. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

General Electric L-572 Catalin Radio in Plum + Butterscotch

Beautiful Striking Color Combo

Beautiful General Electric L-572 Catalin radio in plum with butterscotch 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, and luminosity. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The butterscotch catalin trim is original to the radio and is also perfect with no chips, cracks or repairs. Radio retains the original bottom paper label and back panel. Dial plastic and decal are correct replacements. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. 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.

Onyx Green FADA 5F60 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio

Beautiful Early FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio

Beautiful all-original marbleized Onyx Green Fada 5F60 Catalin radio. This rare prewar 1936/37 is one of the earliest catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This beautifully swirled example is all-original with a beautiful glossy finish. This model has come to be known to collectors as the 'Baby Fada' because of its small size. Catalin cabinet has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs.  The matching onyx green insert grille and fluted knobs are original and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover + Fada decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use and age. This is truly a great example of an all-original early FADA model. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5" 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.

Beautifully Swirled Green Emerson AU-190 Catalin Tombstone Radio

Green Marbleized Catalin Emerson AU-190 Radio

Beautifully Swirled Emerson AU-190 radio from 1937 in a Green or Brazilian Onyx as Emerson referred to it. This swirled example is absolutely stunning and has areas where you can see the grill cloth and chassis due to its transparency. The green Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear and brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this seldom seen color Emerson 'Tombstone' model.  Radio has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs and has a beautiful gloss to it. The 3 matching catalin knobs are perfect + original to the radio. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in good condition with some signs of age as expected. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This marbleized green Emerson radio is absolutely striking and would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. 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.

Yellow Emerson AX-235 'Little-Miracle' Catalin Radio with Black Trim

Beautiful Marbleized Yellow Emerson Little Miracle

Beautiful Emerson AX-235 radio known as the 'Little Miracle' in Warm Yellow Catalin with Black trim.  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 cabinet is a warm medium yellow with marbleizing + transparency that really adds depth to the cabinet. The yellow 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 'Little Miracle' model; it's not often that you find a yellow example without a tube burn or crack. 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 only some mild warp and wear on the grill.  Dial plastic and decal are correct replacements. Has small scratches consistent with age and use. This radio is absolutely beautiful and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. 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.

Marbleized Oxblood Red Addison 5 Courthouse Catalin Radio

Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5 Radio

Beautiful marbleized oxblood red and yellow trim Catalin Addison Model 5.  This magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color and glow that make this radio stand out. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. The beautiful glossy cabinet is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five yellow vertical grill bars are original to the radio as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and in great condition with strong color. Reverse painted dial scale and water-slide decal are correct replacements. Original manufacturers sticker affixed to bottom of cabinet.  This is truly a beautiful radio in excellent condition that would make a fantastic addition to a collection. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; dial string is broken. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Butterscotch + Bright Green - Stunning

Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio

Beautiful FADA L-56 in marbleized yellow with bright green wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen bright green insert grill with a stunning yellow marbleizing that gives it depth and life. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the bright green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet, handle and knobs are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The original bright green marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. 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: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" 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.

Butterscotch with Red Grill FADA Fada 53 / 5F50 Catalin Radio

Superb Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio

Beautiful colorful prewar 1938 FADA model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in nicely marbleized yellow with a marbleized red grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the marbleized red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The bright red catalin insert grill is beautifully marblelized with yellow streaks and is also free of cracks, chips or repairs.  Clear dial plastic cover and water slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This is a great example of an early FADA that would make a great addition to a collection. The radio measures 7.75" 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.

Beautiful Catalin Emerson "5+1" EP-375 Radio in Butterscotch + Brown

Great Emerson Catalin '5+1' with No Rivets and Matching Handle

Desirable marbled Butterscotch with Brown trim Art Deco 1941 Emerson EP-375 "5+1" Catalin radio with handle and no rivets. The warm butterscotch cabinet with veins of brown and lighter yellow running through it makes the radio stand out from others. This model with a handle + no rivets is the rarest variation of Emerson 5+1's. This original radio has taken on a beautiful rich butterscotch patina which is only accentuated by the streaks of brown + yellow that run throughout the cabinet adding depth to a great radio. Beautiful marbleized Catalin cabinet + handle are perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Radio has its original brown plastic grille bars and knobs in great condition. The Emerson water-slide decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches, scuffs consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. 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.

Catalin FADA L-56 Radio in Yellow with Marbleized Red

Beautiful Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio

Stunning FADA L-56 catalin radio in marbleized yellow with bright red wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen red insert grill with a yellow cabinet is a beautiful example with beautiful marbleizing. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet, handle and knobs are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen, happens often to this model. The original bright red marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. 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: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" 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.

Brown Marbleized Yellow Emerson AU-190 Tombstone Catalin Radio

Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio

Beautifully marbleized Catalin AU-190 Emerson Tombstone radio from 1937 in butterscotch with brown swirls or Mexican Onyx as referred to by Emerson at the time. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with brown, yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this seldom seen color Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to a beautiful gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in good condition with only minor staining/wear. The 3 matching catalin knobs are perfect and also original to the radio. Gold Gemloid dial is bright is in great condition. Dial plastic and water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. 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.

Fada 711 Catalin Radio Lapis-Lazuli Blue 'Dip-Top'

Perfect + Rare Blue FADA Dip-Top Catalin Radio

Stunning and desirable marbleized lapis-lazuli blue 1946 Fada 711 "Dip-Top" Catalin radio - the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio. The Catalin case has spectacular marbleizing and a high gloss that really makes the  bright lapis-lazuli blue pop. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and also free of any damage. The bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in great original condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement and gold grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 4.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage el

Emerson BT-245 ‘Tombstone’ Catalin Radio in Oxblood + Ivory

Stunning Tyrolean Red Art Deco Catalin Emerson Radio

Beautiful Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin radio in marbleized oxblood red with ivory trim. The oxblood cabinet has marbleizing that really adds depth and the color is brought out with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The tombstone design of this radio combined with the great color really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The marbleized 'Tyrolean Red' or oxblood cabinet with the contrasting ivory plastic trim makes for a rare + striking color combination. Cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. 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. Radio retains the original manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom of the cabinet.  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.

Kadette 'Classic' Radio Model K-12 in Ivory and Green Plaskon - Beautiful

Seldom Seen Kadette Deco Model

Beautiful and scarce Kadette K-12 ‘Classic’ made in 1936 by the International Radio Corporation of Ann Arbor, Michigan. This example with its ivory body and green colored top made of plaskon and a marbled green tenite grill and knobs is rather striking. Ads of the time boasted that this was the first radio made from 3 different plastics. An interesting radio that was designed to be viewed from all angles, with the back of the radio similar to the front. Their aesthetic appeal and scarcity have made these rare to find. With its heavy chassis and closed design that retained heat combined with the fragility of the plaskon cabinets, most didn't survive and the ones that surface usually have cabinet damage.  It is difficult to find an example that is in good condition. This radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful and natural gloss. The ivory cabinet and green top are in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs; it's really a great example. The fragile tenite grills have some of the warp that is common to this radio’s grilles. Knobs are original to the radio and also in great condition. Cardboard bottom panel with manufacturers sticker is original to the radio and in great condition. Dial plastic and grill cloth are a correct replacements. This beautiful KADETTE has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures approximately 9.25" wide x 7.5" high x 6.5" 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.

Fada 711 Catalin Radio 'Dip Top' in Translucent Swirled Onyx Green

Beautiful Fada 711 'Dip-Top' catalin radio in a translucent swirled onyx green with ivory trim. The 711 is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The Catalin case has beautiful translucency and brown, clear and yellow marbleizing. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and also free of any damage. The bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in great original condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement and gold grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 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 prior to use.

General Television 5A5 Bakelite Radio Black + Mustard

Additional Images General Television 5A5 Bakelite Radio Black + Mustard YellowGeneral Television 5A

Beautiful General Television Radio in glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautiful contrasting mustard yellow handle, grill, knobs, and dial face frame. Made in mid 1940's by General Television Radio Corp of Chicago, Illinois, model '5A5'. The gold face features a stunning textured deco pattern, with a red Saturn shaped plastic station indicator, beneath which "General Television" appears. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful + natural gloss and is just a superb example of this General Television model. The Bakelite cabinet is in incredible original condition with no cracks, chips, burns, or repairs. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with light careful use. The seldom seen mustard yellow polystyrene trim has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The gold dial is original and in great condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains its original cardboard back with manufacturer's information imprinted. Radio measures approximately: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to top of the handle. 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 Plaskon Addison 2 'Waterfall' - Rare Beauty

Considered to be the Rarest Color Combination

Mint Green Plaskon Addison 2 "Waterfall" radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider this color combination to be the rarest. The unique styling + bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous "waterfall" speaker grill trim and surround "bumpers" with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, dings, scratches, or repairs to the cabinet.  The green plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The matching green knobs are original to the set and also perfect.  This is the best example of this radio that I have seen.  Radio retains its original teal and black painted dial face and back panel. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" 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.

Stunning Aqua Blue Marbleized Bendix 526C Catalin Radio

Striking Example of a Bendix 526C

Incredible example of the Bendix 526C Catalin radio in a marbleized aqua blue with green and black Catalin. This Art Deco Bendix Tube Radio made circa 1946 is extremely stylish with the marbleized cabinet and contrasting black front, a color combination only found on this model catalin radio. This has to be one of the best examples that I have owned and one of only a few that is this blue. The Art Deco styling of this model is stylish and solid. The contrasting black Catalin front brings the turquoise/aqua blue, white, clear tones alive. This model radio incorporates both a unique design + construction. The swirled green catalin top + sides are molded into one U-shaped piece that fits down over the black catalin piece which forms the front and base of the radio The two rounded corner pieces that bolt onto either side of the dial are a unique feature unlike anything found on any other radio. Radio is in beautiful condition and has a beautiful gloss that shows off the vivid marbleized color. Radio has been cut/polished back to its factory original color. Cabinet and trim are in very perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Radio retains its original matching knobs, dial face and manufacturer's sticker affixed to the bottom. The back panel is a correct replacement. This radio would make for a beautiful addition to a collection. Radio measures approximately 11" Wide x 7" 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.