RCA Console Radio Receiver, 1935-1940
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During the 1930s, consoles were the most popular form of radio receiver in America. Essentially large pieces of furniture, these receivers were the center focus of a middle class living room. They were always designed to blend with the decor, whether colonial, a European historical style or modern, streamlined style like this example.
During the 1930s, consoles were the most popular form of radio receiver in America. Essentially large pieces of furniture, these receivers were the center focus of a middle class living room. They were always designed to blend with the decor, whether colonial, a European historical style or modern, streamlined style like this example.
Artifact
Radio receiver
Date Made
1935-1940
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Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
58.135.125
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Walnut (Wood)
Veneer
Plastic
Dimensions
Height: 43 in
Width: 28.5 in
Depth: 17.5 in
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