Monday, February 20, 2012

Deco Camouflage

Philips radio model 834A

This Art Deco radio was made in 1933 in the Netherlands. It's front is made of bakelite and it's sides (not shown) are made of a bakelite formica. The materials deliberately mimic wood grain, so the household newcomer could merge with the furniture.

Photo by galessa's plastics @ Flickr

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