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Here is a rare little RCA from 1939. The 40X53 is a five-tube, AM only radio. RCA manufactured a series of radios referred to as the "Little Nipper," some of which commemorated the New York World's Fair and the San Francisco Golden Gate Exposition. As part of that series was this radio, the model 40X-53 "La Siesta," which was decorated in a Mexican/Southwestern motif. The case was made from a cheap grade of plywood, and no attempt was made to hide this fact. The crude cabinet, with its bold grain patterns, was part of the rustic charm of this radio. The grain on the front has actually become part of the image. The "Mexican" figurine is a separate piece of plywood that was attached to the front of the case. The colorful images were applied using a silk screen vs. what some think is hand painted. The colors are quite vibrant & shows really well. Original as original can be for an 85 year old radio. It lights up, but is being sold as non-working. Actually it is in the condition I found it in & been in my collection for well over 10 years. It maintains original grille cloth, knobs, speaker, dial, and even complete original back with factory tag on bottom of cabinet. A very rare radio in amazing condition! From my collection to yours. I will offer free shipping on this one to lower 48 only. I pack very well. 9"W x 6-1/2"H x 6"D.

THIS RADIO HAS BEEN SOLD!

Here is a rare little RCA from 1939. The 40X53 is a five-tube, AM only radio. RCA manufactured a series of radios referred to as the "Little Nipper," some of which commemorated the New York World's Fair and the San Francisco Golden Gate Exposition. As part of that series was this radio, the model 40X-53 "La Siesta," which was decorated in a Mexican/Southwestern motif. The case was made from a cheap grade of plywood, and no attempt was made to hide this fact. The crude cabinet, with its bold grain patterns, was part of the rustic charm of this radio. The grain on the front has actually become part of the image. The "Mexican" figurine is a separate piece of plywood that was attached to the front of the case. The colorful images were applied using a silk screen vs. what some think is hand painted. The colors are quite vibrant & shows really well. Original as original can be for an 85 year old radio. It lights up, but is being sold as non-working. Actually it is in the condition I found it in & been in my collection for well over 10 years. It maintains original grille cloth, knobs, speaker, dial, and even complete original back with factory tag on bottom of cabinet. A very rare radio in amazing condition! From my collection to yours. I will offer free shipping on this one to lower 48 only. I pack very well. 9"W x 6-1/2"H x 6"D.

Reported sold by Tom Hunt on January 11, 2025 Listed price on date of sale - $659.00

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