We have always considered and collected these commercial masks and helmets as industries tribal art. Examples can be elegant in their simplicity or bazaar and complex. They are always unique, suprising and filled with personality.
1938 Charlie McCarthy Majestic Radio
This is a brown bakelite Majestic "Charlie McCarthy" model Number 1. Radio came in two versions: brown bakelite or factory painted white, with a hand painted metal "Charlie including his top hat, monocle and cane, sitting on left side ledge. Manufacturer Majestic Radio & Television Corp.; Chicago, IL in 1938. This example displays nicely but does have damage on the bottom... $650
