Radios

Fada 136 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Marbleized Red Grille

Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio

FADA model 136 catalin radio in marbleized yellow with bright red swirled wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. The model 136 differs from a model L-56 in a few ways; the knobs are gumdrop shape and the dial is different and marked Fada rather than having a water-slide decal below grille. Model 136 FADAs are not seen as often as the L-56 making this a special radio. Seldom seen with a red insert grill with a yellow cabinet radio 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, tube burns or repairs. The original bright red marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic model Fada 136 dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. 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.

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.

Arvin 532 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Tortoise Trim

Uniquely Designed Deco Arvin Catalin Radio

Perfect Arvin Model 532 catalin radio in a butterscotch with translucent marbleized tortoise trim from 1940. This radio with the dial on the left side with its chunky 'tractor wheel' knobs makes for unique design features 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 glossy yellow catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs. The translucent and swirled catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio. Trim has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The dial plastic 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 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.

Rare Globe 532 Catalin Radio in Merlot + Yellow

Uniquely Designed GLOBE Catalin Radio

Seldom seen GLOBE catalin radio in a Merlot with Butterscotch 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 butterscotch 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 plum catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The catalin grille and knobs are factory original to the radio with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. 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 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.

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

Superbly Marbleized 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 and color coordinated back panel 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.

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.

FADA 659 'Temple' Catalin Radio in Lapis-Lazuli Blue Swirl and Yellow

Stunning + Rare Example of a Blue Highly Swirled FADA Catalin 659 Temple

Rare FADA 656 Shortwave 'Temple' Catalin radio in incredibly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue with yellow trim. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and clear running through it that makes this an incredible example. This rarely seen blue example was part of the 1940-1942 radio lineup. The original yellow trim adds contrast and style to this example of a FADA Temple model. The shortwave model differs from the Fada 652 Temple in a couple ways; chassis has lever on the rear of the to change the bands, red/gold glass dial face shows shortwave/broadcast bands. It is not often you see a Fada 659 Temple. 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. The yellow catalin dial surround and fluted knobs are original to this radio and in perfect condition.  Radio retains its original gold grill cloth with mild signs of age as expected, and the cardboard back panel. The graphic reverse painted Shortwave 659 dial glass is original and in great condition. 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.

FADA 5f60 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio in All Onyx Green

Beautiful Early FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio

Beautiful translucent + 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 or chips; however it has the common small hairline off the back screw hole and a mild tube burn that blends nicely with the color. 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.

FADA 'Bullet' 1000 Catalin Radio in Bright Blue Swirl + Yellow

Stunning + Uncommon Example of a Blue Highly Swirled FADA Catalin 1000

Highly Marbleized FADA 'Bullet' Model 1000 in Lapis-Lazuli Blue with Yellow Catalin radio with incredible marbling - beautiful + original Art Deco radio. Stunningly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue with yellow trim. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and clear running through it that makes this an incredible example. 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 rare Catalin radio has no cracks, chips, nicks, repairs, or tube burns to cabinet or trim. The original + perfect yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. Radio has been polished back to its factory original blue color from its oxidized green coloring.  Radio retains its original cardboard back panel and gold grill cloth in superb condition. The Art Deco gold 'Gemloid' dial face is bright and 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. This highly marbleized blue and yellow Fada 'Bullet' 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.

Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Radio in All-Yellow Catalin

Scarce Perfect Garod Drop-Handle

Rare + unusual Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Catalin radio in all 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 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.

General Electric L-570 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Maroon

Great Striking Color Combo

Beautiful General Electric L-570 Catalin radio in butterscotch 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, 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; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

General Electric L-570 Catalin Radio in Alabaster with Maroon

Great Striking Color Combo

General Electric L-570 Catalin radio in alabaster 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, 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. Radio has been cut/polished back to its factory original alabaster color. 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; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

RCA 9-SX 'Little Nipper' in Beetle Plastic - John Vassos Design

Seldom Seen Model in a Great Color Combo

Wonderful Deco Machine Age RCA Victor model 9-SX Radio known as the 'Little Nipper' in marbleized Beetle Plastic. This 1939 model is an incredibly well designed streamlined tube radio. This rare little set is highlighted by its green + orange marbleizing. This little radio is constructed of 3 separate plaskon Bakelite pieces, first is the red plaskon body, second is the ivory Plaskon wrap-around deco grill with the great RCA Victor logo engraved vertically on the rounded corner, and third + lastly is the top plaskon stepped trim piece. Even though these midget sized radios were popular in their time and offered in many color combinations, they have become hard to find in any combination due to its fragile plaskon case. Radio is in great original condition + has a beautiful luster to the cabinet and all original trim. Cabinet has no cracks, tube burns or repair to cabinet.  Matching Beetle wrap-around grille and top trim have no damage as well. Radio has the original red knobs and the original matching rear red knob that are free of any damage. The fragile plastic dial is original and and dial scale decal is a correct replacement, and part of back panel. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. The radio measures approximately: 5" high by 8" wide 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.

Deco Federal 159 'Circle' Walnut Radio - Simple Elegant Design

Seldom Seen Round Wood Radio Model

Great small Federal 159 'Circle' 1937/38 radio in a beautiful finely grained book-matched walnut veneers with black edge detail.  Unusual modern radio for its time was advertised as "beautiful and graceful---yet striking in appearance" due to its circular design combined and small size. The simple cabinet is highlighted by a large round dial face trimmed in brass and two ball brass/gold feet.  Circular radios were only manufactured by a few brand names during the late 1930's; thus making it d difficult design to acquire. This radio design can also be found branded as a Silver with a different dial scale and label; see original advertisement. The radios cabinet has recently been refinished and it is stunning. Radio was carefully restored to match the original toning that accentuates the round design.  Radio retains its original 3 brown bullet shaped knobs, brass bezel, metal ball feet, dial plastic and back panel. Federal decal is a correct replacement. The simple yet beautiful round dial face is original and in great condition. This small radio measures approximately: 10" high by 6.25" High by 14" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete and appears to have been gone over. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

General Television Radio in Jet Black Bakelite + Bright Kelly Green Trim

Absolutely Beautiful General Television radio made of glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting bright kelly green handle, grille, 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 sunburst pattern, with a gold Saturn shaped 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 radio. The beautiful jet black Bakelite cabinet and green polystyrene trim is in incredible original condition. Cabinet + trim have no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The kelly green polystyrene grille, knobs and dial siurround is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful embossed bright gold 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.

Fada 652 Temple Lapis-Lazuli Blue Catalin Radio - Great Swirls

Rare FADA 652 'Temple' Catalin radio in incredibly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue with yellow trim. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and clear running through it that makes this an incredible example. This rarely seen blue example was part of the 1940-1942 model 652 radio lineup. The original yellow trim adds contrast and style to this example of a FADA Temple model. The glossy Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips 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. The yellow catalin dial surround and fluted knobs are original to this radio and in perfect condition.  Radio retains its original gold fabric grill cloth with mild signs of age as expected, and the cardboard back panel. Reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement for the original one that is often is damaged on this model. 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.

Emerson AX-235 'Little-Miracle' Catalin Radio in Fire Engine Red

Beautiful Bright Red Marbleized Emerson Little Miracle

Bold 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. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Catalin GTV Model 591 Radio in Swirled Yellow with Ivory

Translucent yellow swirled Catalin General Television radio model 591 with 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 clear and yellow swirls that add depth to the radio. The gold face features a stunning textured deco pattern, with a red Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which "General Television" appears. The GTV 591 is the only catalin were the back edge of the cabinet is slightly rounded to match the front contour......this gives the design a great soft pillowy effect. The radio an incredibly preserved original example with a beautiful and natural gloss and is just a superb example of this General Television radio. Cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The ivory plaskon trim is complete + original to the radio and has no cracks, chips or repairs. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains the original manufacturer's label affixed to the chassis, correct for the catalin version of the radio. 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, cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Striking Swirled Circassian Onyx/Brown Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio

Great Circassian Onyx Brown Catalin Emerson Tombstone Radio

Highly Marbleized Emerson AU-190 Catalin Tombstone radio from 1937 in a Brown or Circassian Onyx as referred to by Emerson. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The heavily swirled brown catalin cabinet has tones of yellow, clear + 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 cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs and has a beautiful gloss to it. The 3 matching catalin knobs are perfect + original to the radio. Radio Cabinet has on the inside bottom rear back panel mounting hole (back panel retaining screw hole) a small chip that can not be seen when displayed, this is a common occurrence on this model - see photos. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in great condition with only small signs of age. Water-slide decal  + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This highly marbleized 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; 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.