Motorola (American, est. 1928) Model 50 XC 'Circle-Grille' Radio, 1940, Galvin Mfg. Co. Marbleized green and yellow catalin 7 x 9-1/2 x 6 inches (17.8 x 24.1 x 15.2 cm) Stamped manufacturer's logo to reverse LITERATURE: J. Sideli, Classic Plastic Radios of the 1930s and 1940s, E.P. Dutton, 1990, p. 108-109 (model illustrated). Property from an Important New York Collection of Art Deco Radios HID03101062020 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Highly desirable model featuring unique scalloped handle and circle grille, with strong marbling and rich patina to case. Bifurcating crack to underside; faint hairline to face; minor chips and faint stress lines typical of the material. Original backing with some wear, but still extant. Heritage does not guarantee the completeness or working order of electronic mechanisms. Please see additional condition images at this Smugmug link: https://hadecart.smugmug.com/8122/8122-Radios Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"

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