{"product_id":"radio-vintage-general-electric-mid-century-en-baquelita-marmoleada-burdeos-c-1948-1952-usa","title":"Vintage General Electric Mid-Century Radio in Burgundy Marbled Bakelite c. 1948–1952 USA","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eSpectacular vintage General Electric radio manufactured in the United States between the late 1940s and early 1950s. It stands out for its beautiful marbled bakelite casing in burgundy and mahogany tones, much rarer and more sought after than classic plain black bakelite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eIts American Streamline design, the large aqua-green horizontal dial, and the warm vacuum tube lighting make it a true icon of American Mid-Century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eThe radio turns on correctly, the tubes react, and the speaker emits static sound. Ideal as a decorative item, for collectors, or for future advanced technical tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7ee8afa6-1d15-4323-973e-78bfc8d9b6c7-0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:7ee8afa6-1d15-4323-973e-78bfc8d9b6c7-0\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:7ee8afa6-1d15-4323-973e-78bfc8d9b6c7-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"55b71c48-c49f-4ae8-a097-90531093eafe\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eSpectacular vintage General Electric radio manufactured in the United States between the late 1940s and early 1950s, a true piece of Mid-Century American industrial design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eThe radio stands out especially for its elegant mottled bakelite casing in burgundy and dark brown tones with a magnificent mahogany-like marbled effect. This finish, much rarer and more sought after than the classic plain black bakelite, offers extraordinary visual depth and reflections under light, greatly enhancing its decorative and collector's value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eThe front features the characteristic streamlined lines of post-war American Streamline design, combined with a large upper grille and a beautiful aqua-green horizontal dial with dual BC\/SW (Broadcast and Short Wave) bands. It also retains its original symmetrical knobs and all the authentic period aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eThis is a perfect piece for collectors of antique radios as well as for retro, industrial, Mid-Century, cinematic decoration or vintage American-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xdm8zl\" data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2408\"\u003eTechnical condition and operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eThe radio has been professionally cleaned and aesthetically restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003eCurrently:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19s98q3\" data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eTurns on correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ht5ze7\" data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eTubes heat up and react\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1botl51\" data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eSpeaker emits the characteristic static\/hum sound when volume is adjusted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q0qqut\" data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003eMechanisms and knobs work mechanically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003eIn our area, it has not been able to locate active commercial stations, which is very common nowadays due to the progressive disappearance of AM\/Medium Wave and Short Wave stations, as well as the frequent need to use a long external antenna to improve reception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003eOperates at 115\/125 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eTherefore, it is sold primarily as a decorative and collectible vintage item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h7mk6y\" data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003eImportant – Condition and authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003eThis is an authentic original vintage radio and NOT a modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003eThe bakelite casing has been professionally cleaned and polished, retaining a magnificent original patina and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3466\"\u003eIt may show small normal signs of use, micro-scratches or slight cosmetic marks consistent with over 70 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003eSold exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003eThis General Electric radio is not just an old appliance: it is an authentic decorative icon of American Mid-Century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zmewqp\" data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3687\"\u003eMain features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"3689\" 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