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Description

General Television & Radio Corp. (American, est. 1932)
Model 591 Radio, 1940
Yellow catalin
7-1/4 x 8-7/8 x 5-3/4 inches (18.4 x 22.5 x 14.6 cm)
Applied label to reverse


LITERATURE:
J. Sideli, Classic Plastic Radios of the 1930s and 1940s, E.P. Dutton, 1990, p. 101 (model illustrated).



More information about General Television & Radio Corp. Artist.

Condition Report*: Crack to rear right side and bottom; possible crack to mid-bottom of radio radiating from the rear screw hole traveling towards front; back replaced. Cabinet and trim have light abrasions and imperfections consistent with the molding process, age, and use.

Heritage does not guarantee the working order or overall completeness of electrified mechanisms. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

Please see additional condition images at this Smugmug link: https://hadecart.smugmug.com/8115/40014
*Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.

Auction Info

Auction Dates
November, 2023
7th Tuesday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Nov 7, 2023 for: $2,375.00
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