Art Deco Sparton Model 500C "Cloisonné" Catalin AM Radio

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Title: Art Deco Sparton Model 500C "Cloisonné" Catalin AM Radio

Description: The Sparton Cloisonne´ model 500C radio, introduced in 1939, is a veritable Art Deco masterpiece attributed to Walter Dorwin Teague. Its compact housing features a colorful metallic sky blue cloisonne´ front, exquisitely trimmed with a streamline lace-work of chrome, framed with a butterscotch Catalin housing and original ivory colored Catalin knobs. This is the only radio design that combines all three materials. The radio is in full working condition. This compact radio measures approximately 8" wide by 5" high by 4.25 deep. This Radio is currently on display at the California Heritage Museum in Santa Monica, California for the "Collector's Choice - The Passion that is Collecting" exhibition. Please allow two weeks for delivery. Messurments: 27" Tall X 34" Wide X 39" Deep United States, 1939

Additional Information: Dimensions:
Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Plastic
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1939
Condition:
ExcellentWear consistent with age and use. excellent.
Seller Location:
Van Nuys, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 20n01562.4MS Marcs1stDibs: LU947414098851

Reserve: $17,495.00

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Art Deco Sparton Model 500C "Cloisonné" Catalin AM Radio

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