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Mid-Century Modern Coral Pink Crosley Model T-60 AM Tube Table Radio
By Crosley Radio
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Mid-Century Modern working tube radio was made by Crosley in Toronto Canada in approximately
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Radio Operator - American Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
the U.S in the mid-20th Century in a series on American life in the 20th Century. With the typed note
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Teenagers learn Radio Broadcas - American Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
photograph realized in the U.S in the mid-20th Century in a series of American life in the 20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

An Amateur American Radio Operator - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
photograph realized in the U.S in the Mid-20th Century in a series of American life in the 20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

An American Amateur Radio Operator - Vintage Photograph - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
photograph realized in the U.S in the Mid-20th Century in a series of American life in the 20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Mid Century Modern German record player, radio by Siemens , 1950s
By Siemens
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid Century Modern German record player, radio by Siemens , 1950s The radio is in fully functional
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

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Wood, Teak

Mid Century Modern Teak Case AM/FM Stereo Radio by Panasonic
By Panasonic
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool in working condition Panasonic Model RE-7371 AM/FM Radio circa 1970's great condition nice
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Chrome

Mid-Century Era Bludworth Marine Port Pilot Loop Nautical Radio Direction Finder
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1960 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The case is composed of metal with a period
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Universal Model CE-616 Turquoise AM Band Portable Radio & Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Mid-Century Modern style. This radio is a six transistor AM band portable radio done with a turquoise
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Stereo Console Radio Record Player bar coffee table book
Located in Madison, WI
crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for music, is a place called Groovy Wood Studios
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Dry Bars

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern stereo console radio record player coffee table console book
Located in Madison, WI
this niche of mid century consoles. We know what it takes to acquire the pieces that we do, ship them
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Buffets

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Wood

Abstract Mid-20th Century Oil Non Objective NYC Radio City Music Hall
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Abstract Mid-20th Century Oil Non Objective NYC Radio City Music Hall. Oil on board, 23 x 20 inches
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1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Board, Oil

French Radio Sonora Steel Frame Glass Hanging Sign
Located in New York, NY
A European French hanging sign for "Radio Sonora, Clear As A Bell, Phono" featuring a steel frame
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Decorative Art

Materials

Steel

1950s Midcentury Shortwave Radio by Phillips
By Phillips
Located in San Diego, CA
This cool vintage original radio shortwave by Phillips, circa 1950s with bakelite knobs in cream
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bakelite

Franco Albini Radio in Cristallo, by Cassina
By Franco Albini, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Radio in Cristallo station by Franco Albini in 1938. Relaunched in 2021. Manufactured by Cassina
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Franco Albini Radio in Cristallo, by Cassina
Franco Albini Radio in Cristallo, by Cassina
H 11.03 in W 25.99 in D 28.35 in
Antique Philco 40-180 Console Floor Radio
By Radiobar Corp. and Philco
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Philco 40-180 Console Floor Radio The radio does go on. Circa: 1940 Dimensions: H: 40
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Wood

Hans Gugelot designed radio for Braun, 1955
By Braun, Hans Gugelot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radio "Super" G11 by Swiss designer Hans Gugelot for Braun in 1955. Braun is of course well known
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Plastic, Wood

Hans Gugelot designed radio for Braun, 1955
Hans Gugelot designed radio for Braun, 1955
H 14 in W 21.375 in D 13.5 in
Italian Modern White Plastic Column Radio, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern white plastic column radio, 1990s. Column radio covered with a white plastic
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Metal, Metallic Thread

Teak Type 135 Radio from Wega, 1960s
By Wega
Located in Lisboa, PT
This radio, type 135, was made by Wega in West-Germany, during the 1960's. With a teak wooden case
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Teak

Teak Type 135 Radio from Wega, 1960s
Teak Type 135 Radio from Wega, 1960s
H 7.09 in W 24.22 in D 6.7 in
Vintage Motorola Model 68L11 '1948' "Tape Measure" Radio
By Motorola
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This item is an exceptional unrestored vintage Motorola Model 68L11 (1948) tape measure radio in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Bakelite

Vintage MCM 1 Piece Walnut & Radio Weave Cane Front Lighted China Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern 1 piece walnut & radio weave cane front lighted China cabinet
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Cane, Glass, Walnut

Radio TSF Radialva Super-As 55, 1950s, Bakelite
Located in Antwerp, BE
/0.06A) illuminate the scale at both ends. The radio is equipped with a generous oval loudspeaker.A
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Bakelite

Rare Alexander Girard Detrola Radio, circa 1946, Modernist
By Alexander Girard
Located in Buffalo, NY
underside: [12132]. USA Medium Design/Decorative Art Manufacturer Detrola Radio Alexander Girard American
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Brass

Franco Albini Radio in Cristallo for Cassina, Italy - new
By Cassina, Franco Albini
Located in Berlin, DE
please note: 842 subwoofer wireless for clearglass-radio is currently not available. Radio is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

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Glass

Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, Radio City 2007
By Sam Erickson
Located in New York, NY
16x20” Limited Edition print Signed by the photographer Please allow extra production time. Other sizes available.
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Japanese antiques side table radio table 1930s-1950s primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese side table. It was made from the early to mid-Showa period. It has been
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wood

BORIS BUCAN Original Vintage Croatian Poster RADIO TELEVIZIJA ZAGREB' Silkscreen
By Boris Bucan
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
panels. Radio Television Zagreb music production ARTIST Boris Bucan YEAR 1988 DIMENSIONS 197 x
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Vintage 1980s Croatian Mid-Century Modern Posters

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Other

1950s Motorola Town & Country Model 6L2 Portable Butterscotch Radio
By Motorola
Located in Miami Beach, FL
WORKING Motorola town and country portable AM Radio. The chassis is model HS-226. This is a 5 tube
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Resin

Original Radio Radiola vintage French poster with parrot
Located in Spokane, WA
condition. Bright and vibrant. Artist: Rene Ravo. Mid-century design. The image shows a parrot
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1950s American Modern Animal Prints

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Lithograph

Vase Schneider (Design Radio), Sign: France, 1928
By Charles Schneider
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
century to the mid-20th century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

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Art Glass

Rare Midcentury Lucite Radio Table Lamp by Moss Lighting
By Moss Lamp Co. 1
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare midcentury Moss radio table lamp in black and white Lucite with gold glazed ceramic dots as
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Paper

Italian Radio phonograph record player RR126 by Castiglioni for Brionvega, 1960s
By Brionvega, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Radio phonograph and record player RR126 by Achille and Pier Giacomo
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Paper

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Paper

Paul McCobb for Bell & Howell Midcentury Hi Fi Radio Console
By Paul McCobb, Bell & Howell
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Bell & Howell midcentury Hi-Fi radio console. This console measures: 72 wide x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands

Materials

Brass

Radiogram Stereo Record Player "The Coffee Table Console Book" (vintage radios)
Located in Madison, WI
"The Coffee Table Console Book" At the crossroads of Mid-Century Modern design and a passion for
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Paper

1960's Brian Rice Signed Pop Art Screen Print Geometric 'Radio'
Located in Norwich, GB
Radio by Brian Rice (born 1936). Limited Edition Silkscreen Print - 1969. Brian Rice is a
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Mid-20th Century English Post-Modern Prints

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Paper

Wilcox-Gay Recordio vintage home recording studio, radio, record player-cutter
Located in Madison, WI
mid century consoles. We know what it takes to acquire the pieces that we do, ship them in, put in an
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Wood

Weltron Model 2001 Space Ball, AM/FM Radio 8 Track Stereo
By Weltron
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Step into the retro-futuristic charm of the Weltron Model 2001 8-track stereo AM-FM radio, a
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Mid-20th Century North American Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Weltron Model 2001 Space Ball, AM/FM Radio 8 Track Stereo
By Weltron
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Step into the retro-futuristic charm of the Weltron Model 2001 8-track stereo AM-FM radio, a
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Desk Sets

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Chrome

Radio Cubo Brionvega Black Designed by Richard Sapper and Marco Zanuso
By Brionvega
Located in Milano, MI
Radio Cubo Brionvega TS502 Black with knobs, made by Richard Sapper and Marco Zanuso The radio is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Metal

Raymond Loewy Designed Nordmende Spectra Futura Transistor Radio in Red & Orange
By Raymond Loewy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transistor Radio, was a sales success, outperforming all similar radio receivers from other brands, which
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Metal

Giulietta Masina - Golden Age of Italian Cinema - mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
in the mid-20th Century. Good conditions. Giulietta Masina is considered one of the best Italian
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

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Photographic Paper

Giulietta Masina - Golden Period of Italian Cinema - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
in the mid-20th Century. Good conditions. Giulietta Masina is considered one of the best Italian
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Marco Zanuso & Richard Sapper for Brionvega TS 505 Cube Radio, 1976
By Richard Sapper, Brionvega, Marco Zanuso
Located in Naples, IT
The TS 505A is a unique portable transistor radio, designed by designers Marco Zanuso and Richard
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

1960s Music Radio TV Record Player Cabinet, Mahogany, Osvaldo Borsani attributed
By Osvaldo Borsani, Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury music radio TV record player cabinet (or Dry Bar cabinet) in mahogany Osvaldo Borsani
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

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Copper

Electrohome 703 Circa 75 stereo console radio record player (eames baughman lk)
Located in Madison, WI
this niche of mid century consoles. We know what it takes to acquire the pieces that we do, ship them
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Teak

Electrohome 701 Circa 75 stereo console radio record player (eames baughman lk)
Located in Madison, WI
customers. We know we have been market makers in this niche of mid century consoles. We know what it takes
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Giulietta Masina - Golden Age of Italian Cinema - mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
in the 20th Century. Good conditions. Giulietta Masina is considered one of the best Italian
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Giulietta Masina - Golden Age of Italian Cinema - Mid 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
in the 20th Century. Good conditions. Giulietta Masina is considered one of the best Italian
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Berlin Radio Tower Brass on Wooden Base Scale Design Model, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Berlin Radio tower. Rare collectible in metal on a wooden base. A nice
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Brass, Copper

Orange Stereophonic RR-126 Radio by F.lli Castiglioni for Brionvega, 1960s
By Achille Castiglioni, Brionvega
Located in Lasne, BE
Orange Brionvega stereo radio. Très rare dans cette couleur. The radio and record player work
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments

Materials

Metal

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Mid Century Radio For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century radio you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each mid century radio for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, metal and wood. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century radio — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century radio is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Crosley Radio, Charles and Ray Eames and Braun each produced at least one beautiful mid century radio that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Radio?

Prices for a mid century radio can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $24,000, while the average can fetch as much as $800.
Questions About Mid Century Radio
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.