Walter Dorwin Teague
United States [1883-1960]
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Walter Dorwin Teague American Art Deco Sparton “Sled” Blue Mirror Radio
This American art deco radio was designed by Walter Dorwin Teague (1883 - 1960) for the Sparks – Worthington Company, Jackson, Michigan. Known as the 558, it was released in 1937. Collectors know it today as “the four knob sled” . The radio is constructed of etched blue mirror, ebonized wood, chrome fins and, of course the radio bits inside. The radio is 17 ½” wide 8 ½” deep and 8 ¾” high.
Walter Dorwin Teague American Art Deco Sparton Bluebird Blue Mirror Radio
This American art deco radio was designed by Walter Dorwin Teague (1883 – 1960 ) for the Sparks – Worthington Company, Jackson Michigan and introduced in September 1935 for the 1936 model year, it was produced until 1940. The radio, known as the "Bluebird"; is model number 566 and is considered an icon to deco collectors. A 14" circle of mirrored cobalt blue glass intersected by chrome circles and three "speed" lines is centered with an illuminated tuning dial. The mirror rests on the two ebonized ball feet and hides the radio works. The radio is in excellent condition.
Walter Dorwin Teague American Art Deco Blue Mirror Sparton Radio
This American art deco radio was designed by Walter Dorwin Teague (1883 – 1960) for the Sparks-Worthington Company, Jackson, Michigan and introduced in 1936. It was produced until 1940. The radio, known as the “sled” is a marvel of art deco streamline style. Three ebonized wood bands on the left and five chromed bands on the right encase a body of cobalt blue mirror. The radio is 8 ¾” x 17 ½” x 8 3/8” and is in excellent condition.