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Radio Days

Australian Bakelite Radios
By Peter Sheridan and Ritchie Singer
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Radio Days by Peter Sheridan and Ritchie Singer is a unique and beautiful exploration of the history of the Bakelite radio in Australia during the 1930s to 1950s. This publication highlights the radios' distinctive Art Deco design and their extraordinary range of colours, offering a vivid glimpse into a colourful bygone era. Featuring advertisements and radio memorabilia, the book also reflects the social changes of the time.
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Ideal for enthusiasts of vintage design, Australian social history, and collectors of radio and Art Deco memorabilia.

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A unique and beautiful publication charting the history of the Bakelite radio in Australia from the '30s, '40s and '50s, highlighting their Art Deco design and extraordinary range of colours. Advertisements and associated radio memorabilia also illustrate the changing social conditions of a colourful by-gone Australia.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

A unique and beautiful publication charting the history of the Bakelite radio in Australia from the '30s, '40s and '50s, highlighting their Art Deco design and extraordinary range of colours.

Advertisements and associated radio memorabilia also illustrate the changing social conditions of a colourful bygone Australia.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780646490489

Publisher: Bakelite

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2008

Country: Australia

Imprint: Bakelite

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 245.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Peter Sheridan Ritchie Singer

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