Sparton 'Cloisonné' Model 500C Catalin Radio with Metallic Blue Front

Rare Walter Dorwin Teague Art Deco Beauty

Ref: RA618

Rare perfect Blue front Sparton Cloisonné with yellow catalin cabinet. The Sparton Cloisonné model 500C radio introduced in 1939 is a veritable Art Deco masterpiece designed by Walter Dorwin Teague. Its compact housing features a colorful metallic blue cloisonné front, exquisitely trimmed with a streamline lace-work of chrome and framed with yellow catalin housing. This is the only radio designed that combines all three materials.

The marbleized butterscotch catalin cabinet has no cracks, chips or repairs; however it does have a tiny mark in cabinet by the rear left foot on the bottom of the cabinet. This can not be seen when displayed and is difficult to spot even when looking for it. The bright metallic blue Cloisonné front is free of any damage. Ivory plastic knobs and color coordinated grill cloth are original to the set. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This is a great example of a radio that is seldom offered for sale. This radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection.

This compact radio measures approximately 8" wide by 5" high by 4.25 deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.