Radios

Catalin Fada 1000 Fada 'Bullet" Radio in Onyx Green + Yellow - Translucent

Perfect FADA 1000 Catalin Radio in Translucent Onyx Swirl

Beautifully marbleized onyx green with yellow trim Fada 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Streamliner. This radio's styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline Art Deco design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. The beautiful sustained onyx green catalin cabinet has brownish-orange, clear + light green marbleizing and a beautiful transparency.  The medium yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. This beautiful radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, or repairs. Radio cabinet has been polished back to its factory original onyx color from its oxidized caramel coloring. The yellow catalin dial ring, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio and also in great condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful Art Deco gold "Gemloid" dial face is bright and has no paint wear. Radio retains the original gold fabric grill cloth and back panel. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. 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: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; dial string does not work. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Incredible Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio w/ Blue Swirls

Seldom Seen Ebony Catalin Geddes Designed Aristocrat

Rarely seen Striking Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The ebony catalin has 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 chips, tube burns or repairs; however it doesn't have one barely noticeable hairline coming off the bottom corner of grille....I was not able to capture it in photos as it blends with color and is super tight. 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.

Onyx Green Fada 1000 Catalin Radio - All-Original Beauty

Rare and Perfect FADA 1000 Catalin Radio in Translucent Onyx

Beautiful translucent Onyx Green FADA 'Bullet' Radio Catalin Streamliner Model Fada 1000, untouched original example is retains a beautiful gloss to the catalin. This radio styling epitomizes 1940's Streamline design with its sleek rounded lines that suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the "Bullet" are the best-known models. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. The beautiful onyx green catalin cabinet and trim has clear + light yellow marbleizing and a beautiful transparency. This onyx FADA 1000 has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Matching onyx green dial ring, fluted knobs and handle are original to the radio and in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, burns or repairs. The beautiful Art Deco gold 'Gemloid' dial face is bright and has no paint wear. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel and gold grill cloth. The dial plastic cover is a correct replacement.  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: 10.25" Wide by 5.5" Deep by 6.5" High. 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.

Addison 5 Catalin 'Courthouse' Radio in Beautifully Marbleized Dark Green

Beautifully Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5

Highly marbleized Addison Model 5 'Courthouse' catalin radio in dark green cabinet with bright 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 light 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 light 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.

Emerson EP-375 '5+1' Catalin Radio in Translucent Yellow with Brown Trim

Great Emerson Catalin '5+1' Radio

Beautiful marbled Yellow with Brown trim Art Deco 1941 Emerson EP-375 '5+1' Catalin radio. This art deco radio was manufactured by Emerson Radio & Television in 1941. This model has become known to collectors as the 5+1 due to the unique insert grill bar layout. This original radio has taken on a beautiful rich warm yellow patina accentuated by streaks of yellow + clear that run throughout the cabinet that makes the radio stand out from others. Beautiful marbleized catalin cabinet has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The Emerson water-slide decal, dial plastic and back panel, brown plastic grille bars and knobs are correct replacements. It does have one tiny hairline on the rear back panel retaining hole where back panel attaches....not visible from outside when radio is displayed since it is on the inside. Radio has small scratches, scuffs consistent with age + use of set. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an incredible gloss. 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; 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.

Marbleized Emerson AU-190 Tombstone Light Yellow Catalin Radio

Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio

Bright Highly marbleized Catalin AU-190 Emerson radio from 1937 in a Light Yellow cabinet or Natural Onyx as referred to by Emerson. The light yellow Catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with tones of yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. This is just a great example of the Emerson 'Tombstone' model.  Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The 3 catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and light/medium yellow patina after having been polished back to the original alabaster color about 11 years ago. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and and in great condition with only some small signs of age. Water-slide decal, dial plastic , back panel and gold fabric grill cloth 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.

Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio in Marbleized Yellow - Stunning Tombstone

Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio

Catalin AU-190 Emerson radio from 1937 in a marbleized yellow cabinet or Natural Onyx as referred to by Emerson. The yellow Catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of 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 Emerson "Tombstone" model.  Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an incredible 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 great condition only small sign of age + use. The 3 Catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and perfect. Water-slide decal, dial plastic + back panel are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use. 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. Power 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 Sentinel 'Wavy Grill' 284 Radio in Sand with Yellow

Incredibly Marbleized Sand 'Wavy Grill' Sentinel

Stunning Catalin Sentinel 'Wavy Grill' model 284 radio in marbleized sand with yellow trim. The glossy sand colored catalin cabinet has beautiful yellow, orange and brown marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. This radio was made circa 1945 by The Sentinel Radio Company of Evanston, Illinois Known to collectors as 'Wavy Grill' Sentinel, the designers surely drew inspiration from the automotive world. Along with the insert Catalin speaker grill and the slant front frequency indicator, the dial glass allows for easy viewing from above the radio as well, and acts as an additional architectural touch to make an already attractive radio into a true work of art. This set would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. The radio is just a stunning example of this Catalin Sentinel model. Radio is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin grill + knobs are original and in great condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The grille cloth and back panel are original to the radio and are in great condition with normal signs of age. The dial glass is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. This radio measures approximately: 11" wide by 7" high by 6.25" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working"

Rare Wilcox-Gay Radio A51 'L'il Champ' in Oxblood Red

Great Scarce Small Deco Radio

Beautiful Oxblood Red Wilcox-Gay Radio model A51 'L'il Champ' Bakelite Plaskon. This incredible Art Deco 'midget' size radio is among the rarest of the bakelite plaskon radios produced. This 1938/1939 model is an incredibly well designed streamlined deco tube radio that is further enhanced by the contrasting ivory trim. Even though midget sized radios were popular in their time + offered in different color combinations, they have become hard to find in any combination due to their fragile cases. This scarce radio would make an incredible addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This all-original and rare little bakelite plaskon radio is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. Radio retains its original ivory colored knobs, celluloid dial, cardboard back, gold textured grill cloth are original to the radio + in great condition. This scarce radio is a super clean all-original example. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 4.5" 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.

Lapis Lazuli Fada 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin Radio - Highly Swirled

Perfect + Rare Blue/Green FADA Dip-Top Catalin Radio

Rare and desirable highly 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

Oxblood Red Emerson AX-235 Catalin 'Little Miracle' Radio - Rare

Seldom Seen Emerson Little Miracle in Striking Color Combo

Absolutely beautiful marbled raspberry / 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 jet black tenite/plastic trim makes for a rare + striking color combination. The oxblood red cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs; has one of the back retaining holes with a small chip. This models fragile plastic grill and knobs that are prone to deterioration are original in and beautiful condition showing only a mild warp on the grill. 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.

Translucent Tortoise with Maroon General Electric L-573 Catalin Radio

Great Translucent General Electric Catalin Radio

Beautiful General Electric L-573 Catalin radio in translucent marbleized reddish-tortoise with maroon trim.  The L-570 series made in 1941 is one of only two Catalin radios ever manufactured by General Electric. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the insert louvered grill and semi-circle handle.  The catalin has a deep shine + gloss, rich color, glow, exceptionally striking translucency and luminosity.  This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. The plum/maroon 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.

Swirled Oxblood Red General Television Catalin Radio Model 591

Stunning hight swirled oxblood red catalin General Television radio model 591, with beautiful contrasting ivory handle, grill, knobs, and dial face frame.  Made by General Television Radio Corp of Chicago, Illinois, model 591 is the only Catalin model made by the company.  The cabinet on the Catalin GTV has great yellow, oxblood, + clear swirls that add depth to the radio.  The gold light dial face features a stunning textured deco sunburst pattern, with a red Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which "General Television" appears. This beautiful radio no chips, tube burns; however it does have a professionally repaired crack on the bottom that was done years.  This repair is very difficult to detect unless you take radio apart, radio is not clear coated and can be polished and cleaned when needed. The ivory plaskon trim is complete + original to the radio with no damage. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains the original manufacturer's label affixed to the chassis. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches/scuffs consistent with age + careful use. This is a seldom seen radio in excellent condition that would make for a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to the top of the handle. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete, original cord is cracked and should be replaced.  Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Swirled Bright Red Emerson 'Little Miracle' AX-235 Radio

Swirled Bright Red Catalin 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 bright color and contrasting trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The beautifully marbleized + bright red cabinet has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs and is absolutely stunning. 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. 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: 8.85" wide by 5.25" high by 3.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; dial pointer does not turn. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

GAROD 1450 Catalin 'Peak-Top' Radio in Bright Plum + Yellow

Seldom seen 1940 GAROD Model in a Great Color Combination

Garod 1450 'Peak-Top' Catalin radio in a bright plum with yellow marbleized trim. The catalin cabinet is a bright translucent plum unlike other radios and its deep shine makes its rich color glow and shows off the exceptionally striking yellow 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 flutted knobs, grill and handle are original to the radio and also free of any defects. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth and its water-slide decal with normal signs of age and wear. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Dial plastic is a 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.

KLIX Radio in Jet Black Bakelite + Bright Yellow Trim

Art Deco Design with Contrasting Bright Yellow Trim

Absolutely Striking KLIX / General Television radio made of glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting bright lemon yellow handle, grille, knobs, and dial face frame. Made in mid 1940's for KLIX by General Television Radio Corp of Chicago, Illinois, model 5A5. The gold face features a beautiful deco lettering , with a gold Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which 'KLIX' appears. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful natural gloss and is just a superb example of this General Television radio. The beautiful jet black Bakelite cabinet and green polystyrene trim is in incredible original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The bright lemon yellow polystyrene grille, knobs and dial surround is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful bright gold and black dial is original and in good condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement.  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: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to the 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.

Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Radio in Merlot + Yellow Catalin

Scarce Perfect Garod Drop-Handle

Seldom seen Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Catalin radio in a beautiful merlot with yellow. This model radio has an attractive + unique feature, the flush-to-the-top hideaway drop-handle. This design feature is not found on any other radio of the time. The radio is just a stunning example of this rare Garod radio model. This model radio is seldom seen in any color and in this fine of a condition. This radio's beautiful bright plum Catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching yellow catalin knobs, grill + drop-handle all in perfect condition. Deco dial is bright with only small signs of age. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label 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 radio measures approximately: 11" Wide by 6.5" High by 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.

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.

Tortoise Motorola 50XC 'Circle-Grill' Catalin Radio

Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio

Beautiful Motorola Catalin Radio 50XC-4 "Circle-Grill" in beautiful marbleized tortoise brown with translucent tortoise catalin trim. The Motorola "Circle-Grille" model is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. 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 silver 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. The tortoise catalin has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off exceptionally striking colorful, yellow + orange marbleizing. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original translucent tortoise/amber catalin trim in perfect condition. The grill cloth is original to the tortoise color radio and has no tears + exhibits a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel, dial face and correct 50XC-4 stamped chassis. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. 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.

Rare Fada 652 "Temple" Insert Maroon + Yellow

Perfect Original Insert Grille 2-Tone FADA 652 Catalin Radio

Seldom Insert Grill FADA 652 'Temple' Catalin radio in a beautiful Plum/Maroon and Butterscotch Catalin - beautiful + all-original Art Deco radio.  Radio model was part of the 1940-1942 FADA radio lineup. The butterscotch grille, knobs and dial bezel adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Temple model. This maroon and yellow FADA 652 has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The butterscotch catalin louvered insert grill, dial surround and fluted knobs are original to this radio and in perfect condition also with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement for the original one, which often is damaged on this model. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light 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: 10.85" 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