1932 Echophone Gothic Cathedral Superhet Radio Antique Walnut Dusty But
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:59342481 |
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This week I bring you the fourth installment of items recently removed from what can best be described as a Victorian House of Wonders, a 19th century home in the Midwest crammed with all manner of musical, mechanical, optical and electro-magnetic gadgetry, some of it dating back to the American Civil War (or earlier). Many of these antiques have not seen the light of day in decades, and I'm pleased to be able to bring them to a wider audience.
Here's a 1932 Echophone S-5 superheterodyne radio, an icon of gothic design and among the most collectible cathedral radios made during the 1930's.
Condition is good throughout, as you can see in the photographs. The finish is original, with moderate but not excessive wear, and the wood itself is in good shape, with no damage to the lattice work or trim. Original grill cloth is in good condition, original speaker is undamaged and working fine, and the chassis is clean given the radio's age and utility. Nice original line cord, and the antenna wire appears to be original as well. The 1" long phenolic strip that insulates the antenna and ground binding posts from the back of the chassis is cracked, as you can see in the photographs, but I suspect it can be glued back together with conventional epoxy.
The radio will need to be updated electrically before it can be used. When powered up with a Variac, the tubes light, but there is no reception, just loud hum through the speaker. The radio will not be suitable for daily use until it has been electrically restored and gone through thoroughly by someone who knows what they're doing. Until that time, it should only be powered up with a Variac.
It is being sold for historical purposes only, with no assurances stated or implied that it is suitable for use, or can be made suitable for use. That said, this is a nice unrestored S-5 that should clean up without too much time and effort.
The radio measures approximately 14" wide by 17" high by 8" deep. Shipping weight, properly packed, will be about 40 lb.
That's about it. I will package the radio properly so that it arrives at your doorstep safely. I have been shipping antique phonographs and radios for years, and if you check my feedback, you'll see that I know how to do it correctly. OVERSEAS BUYERS PLEASE NOTE: This radio is large and heavy, and shipping costs are going to be high. Therefore, if you're bidding from outside the US, please contact me first for a shipping quote so that I confirm my ability to get everything to you. Buyer prepays and includes shipping. Overseas customers may remit payment with Paypal only. Auction participants with no prior ebay feedback, or with hidden feedback, should contact me prior to placing a bid. Thanks.
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This week I bring you the fourth installment of items recently removed from what can best be described as a Victorian House of Wonders, a 19th century home in the Midwest crammed with all manner of musical, mechanical, optical and electro-magnetic gadgetry, some of it dating back to the American Civil War (or earlier). Many of these antiques have not seen the light of day in decades, and I'm pleased to be able to bring them to a wider audience.
Here's a 1932 Echophone S-5 superheterodyne radio, an icon of gothic design and among the most collectible cathedral radios made during the 1930's.
Condition is good throughout, as you can see in the photographs. The finish is original, with moderate but not excessive wear, and the wood itself is in good shape, with no damage to the lattice work or trim. Original grill cloth is in good condition, original speaker is undamaged and working fine, and the chassis is clean given the radio's age and utility. Nice original line cord, and the antenna wire appears to be original as well. The 1" long phenolic strip that insulates the antenna and ground binding posts from the back of the chassis is cracked, as you can see in the photographs, but I suspect it can be glued back together with conventional epoxy.
The radio will need to be updated electrically before it can be used. When powered up with a Variac, the tubes light, but there is no reception, just loud hum through the speaker. The radio will not be suitable for daily use until it has been electrically restored and gone through thoroughly by someone who knows what they're doing. Until that time, it should only be powered up with a Variac.
It is being sold for historical purposes only, with no assurances stated or implied that it is suitable for use, or can be made suitable for use. That said, this is a nice unrestored S-5 that should clean up without too much time and effort.
The radio measures approximately 14" wide by 17" high by 8" deep. Shipping weight, properly packed, will be about 40 lb.
That's about it. I will package the radio properly so that it arrives at your doorstep safely. I have been shipping antique phonographs and radios for years, and if you check my feedback, you'll see that I know how to do it correctly. OVERSEAS BUYERS PLEASE NOTE: This radio is large and heavy, and shipping costs are going to be high. Therefore, if you're bidding from outside the US, please contact me first for a shipping quote so that I confirm my ability to get everything to you. Buyer prepays and includes shipping. Overseas customers may remit payment with Paypal only. Auction participants with no prior ebay feedback, or with hidden feedback, should contact me prior to placing a bid. Thanks.
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