Vintage from the 1950s–60s – Ultra Rare – Collector’s Item

Mid-Century Modern Television–Radio Console Cabinet

Origin:

An extraordinary mid-century modern entertainment console from the late 1950s to early 1960s — a period defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and the rise of integrated home electronics. This piece combines a television, radio tuner, and cabinet storage in one unified design, reflecting the era when European manufacturers such as Grundig, Graetz, Telefunken, and Loewe-Opta introduced high-fidelity “music centers” as luxury household items.

The console’s warm walnut-toned wood, tapered legs, woven speaker fabrics, sliding doors, and concealed control panels all demonstrate classic European modernist design. Radios from this era — such as the Grundig Zauberspiegel 59, Graetz Maharadscha, and the Telefunken Musikus series — were admired for their engineering and aesthetic presence. Pieces like this are now exceptionally rare, especially with their original components intact.

Whether preserved as a sculptural furniture piece or restored to full electronic function, this console stands as a striking example of early multimedia design — a true collectible for mid-century enthusiasts.

Condition:

The cabinet has been preserved in good vintage condition, showing expected surface wear consistent with natural aging of wood from the 1950s–60s. The exterior retains its original finish, warm patina, and clean architectural lines. The radio controls, tuner panel, and TV screen appear intact, but the electronic components have not been tested, and their functionality is unknown — making this primarily a decorative and collectible furniture piece unless restored. The woven speaker fabric and sliding doors are in good condition, and the structure remains solid and stable. Overall, the console presents beautifully as a display piece with authentic mid-century character.

Size:

Width: 140 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Height: 85 cm

Details:

This console showcases the defining characteristics of European mid-century design: clean horizontal geometry, warm wood tones, minimal brass accents, and textile speaker panels that soften the technical complexity inside. The concealed upper radio compartment opens to reveal a detailed tuner panel spanning multiple frequency bands — a signature element of high-end German electronics from this era. The integrated television, framed with glass and housed in the lower section, reflects the earliest phase of consumer-grade home TV production. Together, these elements create a sculptural presence that is both nostalgic and architecturally refined. The piece can serve as a functional cabinet, a restoration project, or a statement collectible for design lovers who appreciate rare mid-century technology.

Perfect for:

• Mid-Century Modern collectors
• Interior designers seeking a statement piece
• Vintage electronics enthusiasts
• Coffee shops, studios, boutique hotels, or creative spaces
• Film sets & editorial styling