CORD 'Zephyr' Mirror Tube Radio- Green ART DECO

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Here is a stunning CORD 'Zephyr' Tube Mirror Radio- Green. The radio's mirrored front panel, rounded edges and streamlined aesthetics are classic Art Deco.  

Description of Radio-

This Cord ‘Zephyr’ mirror radio- Green model is known for its 'absolute rarity' and blue-chip desirability. 

This ‘Cord Zephyr’ radio has been freshly cosmetically restored, staying true to the original appearance of the radio. 

This radio has its original green mirror.  It still retains its display quality appearance with only a few signs of age. A “Zephyr” decal has been placed above the center of the chrome dial bezel.

The original chassis has been thoroughly cleaned. The chassis is sold “As Is” and “Not working”. The power cord has been cut. If you intend to  pay this radio, we strongly urge you to have a vintage electronics expert electronically restore the chassis.

Radio Dimensions- 15.5” W X 8.75” H X 6.75” D

Cord 'Zephyr' Mirror Radio Detailed Specifications

History of Radio-

The Cord Radio brand was owned by W. Ray Millette, who was a businessman involved in the radio and electronics industry during the 1930s and 1940s. The radios were manufactured by Magnavox, but they were sold under the Cord name, 

Millette's company produced several models of Cord-branded radios, including the famous Cord "Zephyr" Mirror Radio, which featured sleek Art Deco styling and mirrored front panels in various colors.

The Cord "Zephyr" Mirror Radio was manufactured in the late 1930s. It is an Art Deco-style tube radio produced by the Magnavox Company under the "Cord" radio brand. The radio is well known for its striking mirrored/Catalin front panel and streamlined design, which reflected the automotive and industrial aesthetics of the era.

The Cord "Zephyr" Mirror Radio was inspired by the streamlined, Art Deco designs of the Cord automobiles, particularly the Cord 810 and 812 series designed by Gordon Buehrig in the mid-1930s. These luxury cars were known for their sleek, futuristic styling, hidden headlights, and smooth, aerodynamic lines. However this is no evidence that Gordon Buehrig, himself designed the radio.

Morris Weincord of Chicago, Illinois, designed the Cord 'Zephyr' Tube mirror radio. In 1936, he created radio cabinets for the Cord Radio Company, and this radio’s design was patented.

Cord Zephyr Mirror Tube Radio- Green Mirror