Did you set the voltage selector to match your country (located under the platter)? Do not plug the unit until you have done this first, you could short the circuits. If the unit has a German plug, you need to get an adapter plug that works in your country. The voltage selector knob does not turn but it pulls out and put back in place where the pointer points to the correct voltage. If you have done these and it still does not turn on, check to see if it has a fuse, the unit will not turn on if that is busted and has to be replaced to match the original if it is still there. If it still will not turn on, it could be anything, old tubes, broken solder connection or other types of short circuits that had happened in the past that may need an experienced radio repair electrician that repairs vintage equipment. Or you can just enjoy how it looks as a display object like in a museum collection where displays do not need to be fully functioning. Also, if you get the unit to work, the record player is not too bad if you don't mind mono sound (1 speaker only before stereo, a second speaker unit was optional) and I doubt if there are still many radio stations that broadcast in those frequencies. If radio listening is your thing, the Braun SK-1 by Fritz Eichler sold in North America was available in FM.
Picked up this simple teak draw leaf table yesterday and assumed it was Danish. I later noticed the faint stamp underneath that said "Made in Singapore for Dixie Furniture Co, Lexington, NC". Apparently, Dixie sold a number of Danish-inspired/made in Singapore pieces, including the Moller 85-like chairs in the second picture. Those are actually tagged as made by Young-Hinkle and distributed by Dixie.
I saw those same chairs at my local antique mall last week and did a double take thinking they were Mollers. It's impressive how many good designs were actually copied.
Yes, I also noticed that d-Scan of Singapore made this style of chair as well, in both teak and rosewood. Maybe they made those same chairs for Dixie/Young-Hinkle. Interestingly, Moller model 85 is listed on their website as designed in 1981. The Dixie and d-Scan chairs were from the 70's or earlier, I believe.
Just picked up this beast yesterday. Haven't found a tag but based on research it appears to be a General Fireproofing credenza, or "console" as they call it, from their Mode-Maker line launched in 1948 and produced into the 60's. Many sources attribute this line to Raymond Loewy (or at least his firm). A complete 1960 catalog for the line I found online makes no mention of Loewy. Does anyone know for sure if he or his firm designed this line? I plan to sell it and don't want to perpetuate the Loewy attribution if it's incorrect.
Just picked up a pair of Vatne Mobler Falcon chairs by Sigurd Ressell, the later model I think as it has no buttoning and has a red leather piping. The older model is on my wish list but until then this one will keep me happy!
Picked up this cool little abstract on canvas board - part of my efforts to collect more original art.
Not quite sure the origin or background of this cool and functional lacquered wood coat stand branded at the base "Made in Italy". I like that the round part is not inserted on a peg but turned in a lathe. I have only encountered two online sites that have this, one in Boston, MA USA and another in natural wood variation of from Germany. It also quietly complements the Eames Hang it All in the entry hall.
I messaged the seller over a month ago when they listed this ES104 for $24. This weekend they got back to me offering it for $14 because of the delay. It has some wear, but overall in really great shape. These are so heavy and really comfortable, despite what I've seen some say. Especially if lowered all the way - it's like a great reclining lounge chair.
I messaged the seller over a month ago when they listed this ES104 for $24. This weekend they got back to me offering it for $14 because of the delay. It has some wear, but overall in really great shape. These are so heavy and really comfortable, despite what I've seen some say. Especially if lowered all the way - it's like a great reclining lounge chair.
That's amazing. Was this craigslist?
Small table with drawer and flip down door in blonde wood (elm?). Has a "Made in Finland" ink stamp on the back of the drawer but no maker's mark. Is this a sewing table or just a side table or nightstand? Did some image searches and didn't see anything like it. Is there a good online source for Finnish furniture?
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