Broadcast Receiver with Moulded Bakelite Cabinet
- Made:
- circa 1936 in Perivale
- maker:
- Philco Corporation
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LicensePhilco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Philco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Philco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Philco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Philco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Philco model 444 broadcast receiver (moulded Bakelite cabinet;
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Broadcast Radio Receiver, Model 444, Philco Corporation, USA. c. 1936.
The Philco Model 444 radio receiver was made in 1936 by Philco UK, a subsidiary of the American battery, radio, and television manufacturer Philco Corporation (1892-1974). Known as ‘The People’s Set’ due to its comparatively lower price, Model 444 was a response to criticisms made against British radio manufacturers that their unaffordable prices limited who could enjoy radio broadcasts. Though still expensive (costing £6, approximately over £300 today) the tabletop device was made of moulded Bakelite with a central speaker panel covered in fabric, volume and wave band known as well as a tuning dial.
Details
- Category:
- Radio Communication
- Object Number:
- 1981-898
- Materials:
- bakelite and metal (unknown)
- Measurements:
-
overall: 400 mm x 330 mm x 260 mm,
weight (estimated): 5 kg
- type:
- radio receiver
