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.
RCA Radiola III-A
Nice example of the RCA Radiola III-A, produced by RCA in the mid-1920s. Original black bakelite panel with clear, crisp markings. All original knobs and hardware present, including battery rheostats, amplification control, and station selector lever. Factory rear decal (Type R-1, 220–550 meters) is intact and legible. Wood cabinet retains its original finish with good grain and patina. Cloth-covered power cord still attached. Inside is complete with original wiring and tube sockets. Clean but untested. No tubes included. Great candidate for display ... $275
