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Vintage Motorola 5” Electrostatic TV – Bakelite Porthole Television (1940s)

Vintage Motorola 5” Electrostatic TV – Bakelite Porthole Television (1940s)

Regular price $375.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $375.00 USD
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Vintage Motorola electrostatic television from the late 1940s, featuring the classic Bakelite cabinet and round magnified viewing screen. Early televisions like this used a small CRT with a magnifying lens to enlarge the picture, giving it its distinctive “porthole” look.

A beautiful piece of early television history with great industrial design. The cabinet has a rich brown finish with gold accents and the original knobs are present. The interior components appear complete (see photos).

Perfect for collectors of vintage electronics, early television, or mid-century technology displays.

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