Radios

FADA Model 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Warm Yellow + Onyx Green

Great Two-Tone Art Deco FADA 1000 Catalin Radio

Excellent FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Streamliner in butterscotch with onyx green marbleized catalin trim. This radio styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline design. Its sleek, rounded lines 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. The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful yellow/butterscotch patina. The onyx trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a Machine Age FADA Bullet model. The glossy cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs The marbleized onyx/pea-green catalin dial ring, fluted knobs and handle are original FADA and are in perfect 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. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some scratches/scuffs consistent with age + 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: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Highly Marbleized Green Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio

Green Green Marbleized Catalin Emerson BT-245 Radio

Beautiful Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio in Highly Marbleized Green with white trim. The translucent green catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear, and brown that add depth to the catalin cabinet. 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 really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been polished to an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs; however it does have one tiny chip on the rear back panel retaining holes....not visible from the outside. This models fragile plastic grill is original and in great condition with only small signs of age. Knobs which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal, dial plastic and back panel are also correct replacements. 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 5F60 Catalin Radio Yellow w/ Bright Green Insert Grille

Beautiful Early FADA 5F60 or 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio

Beautiful + Rare Fada 5F60 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a bright green insert grill. This rare prewar 1936/37 is one of the earliest catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This yellow + green example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This is a striking color combination for this radio. This model has come to be known to collectors as the 'Baby Fada' because of its small size. The catalin cabinet and grille retain the factory gloss, the green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. Catalin cabinet, insert grille and fluted knobs are original and have no cracks, chips or repairs. Cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen in the photos; common for this small model radio. 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.

Air King 'Skyscraper' Radio Model 66 in Marbleized Brown - Harold Van Doren

Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design

Stunning Chocolate Brown Marbleized Air King 'Skyscraper' Model 66 radio with the 'Globe' insert, a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made".  This marbleized chocolate brown Bakelite Air King Model 52 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933.  This model constructed of Brown Bakelite(an early plastic), has the Globe insert on its waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in great condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs to cabinet or trim. Copper-toned Globe(world) insert, copper surround and convex glass covering them are original + perfect. White dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The three matching bakelite knobs + the two matching top bars are original to the radio and also perfect. Radio retains the original patterned copper-toned grille cloth. Speaker is not attached, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" 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. ** We are always LOOKING TO BUY Air King Skyscraper Radios - TOP PRICE PAID FOR THIS RADIO in any color or condition. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a radio. **

Air King 'Duchess' A-600 Catalin Radio in Green and Yellow

Rare Air King Beautifully Marbleized Green Catalin

Commanding Air King 'Duchess' A-600 catalin radio in marbleized jade green with yellow trim, is a substantial radio with a unique design + construction. Designed in 1946, this radio is comprised of 3 separate catalin pieces setting it apart from other radios of the time. The green cabinet and the front of the cabinet consists of two colors, the green insert grille and the yellow surround, both cast separately which are fastened to the yellow cabinet. It is believed that the front surround + the large attached grill are among the largest cast catalin parts ever made. The beautifully marbleized jade green catalin cabinet is contrasted with the yellow trim. The green Catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with tones of green, brown, yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio.  The stately size of this radio, the color, and contrasting trim make for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an a beautiful gloss. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in great original condition with no chips, tube burns, or repairs; however it does have a tight hairline by the bottom front screw hole as seen in photo.  The yellow catalin grill surround and green catalin knobs are free of cracks, chips, or repairs. The plastic dial face is in great original condition with only minimal signs of use + age. The masonite back is original to the radio and still retains the original manufacturers sticker. Radio measures approximately: 13" wide by 8" 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.

Fada 711 'Dip-Top' in Yellow with Ivory Catalin Radio

Perfect Catalin FADA 711 'Dip-Top' Radio

Beautiful Fada 711 ‘Dip-Top' Catalin radio in a vibrant yellow catalin cabinet with marbleized ivory trim. The 711 model is the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio in 1946. The catalin case has a deep shine that makes its rich yellow color glow. This Fada radio has no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the beautiful catalin cabinet. The ivory swirled plastic handle + knobs are original and are in excellent condition. The bright and colorful FADA "Gemloid" sunburst dial face is also in great original condition with only slight wear. Radio retains the original masonite back panel + manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom. Dial plastic is original and 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.

Emerson 400 'Aristocrat' Catalin Radio in Pistachio Green Swirl

Highly Marbleized Green Geddes Designed Aristocrat

Spectacular highly marbleized Pistachio Green Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The pistachio green catalin cabinet has beautiful brown, orange, clear, yellow and green swirls that really makes this radio stand out. This is a seldom seen color combination for this model. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. The catalin cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile ivory and brown tenite/plastic grill is original and in good condition with only some minor signs of age/use. The brown bakelite knobs and handle are original to the radio and also free of damage. The Emerson decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a radio 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 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 700 'Cloud' Radio in Yellow Catalin with Marbleized Red Trim

Rarely Seen + Beautiful Fada model 700 'Cloud' catalin radio in yellow with red trim.  The model 700 was made starting in 1946 by the FADA Radio & Electric Co. This model was one of three new designs for the postwar period. The original yellow catalin, which has taken on a beautiful patina with age and is highlighted with the bright red trim. The glossy yellow cabinet has no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. It is uncommon to find a Fada model 700 in perfect condition as they are prone to damage. The red swirled plastic handle and knobs are original to the radio and are in perfect condition. This set retains its original reverse painted dial plastic without damage, manufacturers sticker + masonite back. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Measures approximately: 10.5" wide x 6.5" high x 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 Marbleized Blue Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio

Incredible Blue Catalin 1937 Emerson Tombstone Radio

Rare Catalin Emerson AU-190 'Tombstone' radio from 1937 in a stunning highly marbleized blue cabinet. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The beautiful  highly blue swirled Catalin cabinet is marbleized with tones of yellow, clear + blue that add depth to an already beautiful radio. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The three matching blue catalin knobs are original to the radio and have no cracks, chips, or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original + in good condition with no holes and only some signs of age. Water-slide decal + dial plastic 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 radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete and is extremely clean. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio in Yellow with Bright Red Grill

Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio

Stunning prewar 1938 Fada model 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a highly marbleized bright red grille 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 red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The faintly marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks or repairs; it does have chip on the inside of cabinet where the back panel would have attached....this in no way takes away from this great radio as it is not visible when displayed. Very faint tube burn on top. The highly marbleized red grill catalin insert grille is free of cracks, chips or repairs. Radio retains the original yellow fluted knobs and manufacturers sticker on bottom of cabinet. 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. 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.

Addison 2 Catalin 'Waterfall' Radio in Maroon + Butterscotch

Stunning Two-Tone All Original Catalin Addison Radio

Beautiful Catalin Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' in Maroon with Butterscotch trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique Art Deco styling, bold use of color, and Deco dial make this a truly beautiful radio. 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. The rich maroon/plum color is brought out with its contrasting yellow trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow catalin trim is complete + original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching maroon catalin 'pinwheel' knobs are also perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. 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" long by 6" 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.

RCA 9-SX 'Little Nipper' in Red+ Ivory Plaskon - John Vassos Design

Seldom Seen Model in a Great Color Combo

Deco Machine Age RCA Victor Radio known as the 'Little Nipper' 9-SX in bright red plaskon with an ivory Plaskon grille. This 1939 model is an incredibly well designed streamlined tube radio designed by John Vassos. 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. Cabinet has no cracks, burns or repair; however it does have the typical hairline crack on the bottom rear screw hole as visible in photo. Ivory Plaskon Wrap-Grille grille has no damage. Radio has the original red knobs that are free of any damage. The fragile plastic dial is original and and dial scale decal is a correct replacement, radio retains original matching rear red knob. 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, cord is cut.  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 Green Trim

Art Deco Design with Contrasting Kelly Green Trim

Stunning General Television radio made of glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting kelly green 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 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, or repairs. The kelly green polystyrene grill and dial trim is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful embossed 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.

Onyx Green Emerson 564 'Slot-Grill' Catalin Radio

Great Small Catalin Emerson 564

Remarkable Onyx Green Catalin Emerson model 564 'Slot-Grill'. This is a magnificent small Art Deco radio that features a vertical slide rule dial + a series of symmetrical grill cut-outs. Emerson Radio & Phonograph Corp, out of New York, manufactured this small Catalin radio in 1940. The catalin has a beautiful gloss and is just a stunning example of this Emerson model that is highlighted by the faint reddish, yellow and lighter onyx green swirls. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The maroon catalin knobs are original to the radio. The radio retains its original reverse painted dial plastic and reddish/maroon textured grill cloth both in excellent condition. Cardboard back panel is still present and in nice condition. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + careful use. This radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 5.12" 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.

Emerson AX-235 Radio 'Little Miracle' in Brazilian Onyx Green Catalin

Striking Marbleized Green Emerson Little Miracle

Emerson AX-235 radio known as the 'Little Miracle' in highly marbleized bright green catalin cabinet with green trim. The 1938 Emerson AX-235 Radio 'Little-Miracle' by Emerson Radio + Television is Emerson's first example of a small Catalin table radio that also features a unique louvered insert grill. This rare green or 'Brazilian Onyx' as Emerson referred to is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear and brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The small size of this radio combined with the great color and matching green trim really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This models fragile green plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are original + good condition showing only some mild warp 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: 8.75" 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.

Stunning Emerson AU-190 Tombstone Yellow Catalin Tube Radio

Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio

Stunning 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 beautifully 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. The 3 Catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and and in great condition with only some small signs of age. Water-slide decal, dial plastic 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.

Maple Emerson CH-256 'Strad' Tube Radio Ingraham Cabinet Design

Great Violin Designed Vintage Emerson Radio

Emerson 'Stradivarius or Strad' Model CH-256 circa 1939 in Maple has to be among the most beautiful Ingraham cabinets made. The radio's elegant violin shape, sounding cutouts and grille bars that resemble the strings of a violin are unlike any other radio. Here is your chance to add this fine example of this "D" dial Emerson to your collection. This example is in wonderful condition having been professionally restored at some point; highlighting the beautiful veneer. The richness of the veneer used by Ingraham have a remarkable depth of color that is just stunning. Please view all photos to see the incredible workmanship and design of this radio. The radio still retains its original metal Ingraham tag on the bottom, maroon wrap around inlays, back panel and its original bakelite knobs. The gold painted metal dial is original and in great condition. 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. This striking Art Deco tube radio would make for a rare addition to a collection.  This small radio measures approximately: 10.5" wide by 6.25" high by 4.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.

Emerson A-148 Wood Tube Radio - Great 'Leaning' Ingraham Cabinet Design

Striking Design on This Rare Radio Model

The 1937 Emerson A-148 radio has to be one of the finest Ingraham cabinets made with it's beautiful book matched veneer, black trim, splined corners, with a graceful lean on its matching cradle. The richness of the all original veneers used by Ingraham have a remarkable of depth of color that is just stunning.  This E. Ingraham Company of Bristol, Connecticut made cabinet for Emerson Radio is rarely seen example. Please view all photos to see the incredible workmanship and design of this radio. This example is in wonderful condition having been professionally restored at some point; highlighting the beautiful veneers. The radio retains it's original brown Bakelite knobs, gold celluloid dial, original gold grille cloth, original brass dial bezel and the matching wood Ingraham back which is stamped with the model number. The base of the cradle is stamped "MADE IN U.S.A." and A-148.  The dial plastic and Emerson decal are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This striking Art Deco tube radio would make for a rare addition to a collection.  This stately radio measures approximately:  12.5" Wide by 11" High by 7" Deep(plus base and lean angle). 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.

Emerson BM258 Big Miracle Catalin Radio in Yellow w/ Maroon

Seldom Seen Emerson 'Big Miracle'

Emerson BM-258 radio known as the 'Big Miracle' in seldom seen yellow with brown marbleizing and maroon trim. Made by Emerson Radio + Television in 1938 the Big Miracle is a slightly larger version of the Little Miracle. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with brown marbleizing that adds depth to an already beautiful radio and is highlighted by the contrasting maroon trim. The yellow with brown swirl cabinet is not found as often as the standard yellow. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson 'Big Miracle' model. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This models fragile maroon plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are original + good condition showing some mild warp and wear on the grill.  Radio retains the color coordinated back panel and the bottom cardboard panel that are often not present.  Dial plastic and 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: 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.

RCA ‘Tulip Grill’ RC-350 Catalin Radio in Circassian Onyx Brown

Striking Circassian Onyx Brown RCA W-Grill Catalin Radio

Striking small highly marbled Circassian Onyx Brown RCA Catalin RC-350 Tulip-Grill Radio. This Art Deco model is unusual with its tiny vertical dial trimmed in brass, side-mounted knobs and elaborate grill cutout. This model has become known to collectors as the "W-Grill or Tulip" RCA model. The Circassian Onyx Brown catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of brown and yellow that add depth to the catalin cabinet. This one owner is an incredibly clean example and is among the most marbleized ones I have seen. Radio retains a beautiful gloss and is all-original and in fantastic condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Brown Bakelite knobs are original to the radio and also free of defects. Radio retains the original gold textured fabric grill cloth, cardboard back panel, water-slide decal and manufactures stickers affixed to both the inside + bottom of the cabinet. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Small radio measure approximately: 7" wide by 4.75" 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.