Model AC74C radio 1933

This 1933 radio by Serge Chermayeff embodies the sleek, functional aesthetic of Art Deco. The radio is constructed of black lacquered wood with chrome accents and features a circular speaker grille, a large tuning dial, and two smaller knobs. This design is characteristic of the Art Deco movement, which emphasized geometric forms and streamlined elegance in everyday objects, reflecting the technological advancements of the era. The radio, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, serves as a testament to the harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality that defined Art Deco design.