Telefunken - R 197 - Little Melody Tube radio
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Telefunken Little Melody R 197, a valve radio with an integrated turntable, (one item) dates from 1958, is in good physical condition and fully functional, weighs 8 kg, and measures 28 cm high by 42 cm wide by 33 cm deep, including power supply.
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Telefunken Little Melody R 197 – Valve radio with built-in turntable – Italy, late 1950s
The charm of valve radios and vinyl records meet in this Telefunken Little Melody R 197, a tabletop radiogram with a refined 1950s taste. Both radio and turntable are fully functional, as stated by the seller.
The model, identified by the inscription on the rear panel, is cataloged in 1958 and belongs to Telefunken Italia, Milan. It represents an interesting testimony to the household appliances that brought radio reception and music playback together in a single compact piece of furniture.
The wooden cabinet features a glossy brown finish, visible grain, and thin gold fillets that follow its contours. The rounded corners and the ivory-colored front frame give the appliance an elegant profile, enhanced by the vertical-slat speaker grille and the model’s cursive inscription.
The front hosts the tuning scale with station and waveband indications, two knobs for the controls, and an ivory-colored keyboard. The hinged top cover, supported by a metal rod, protects the turntable compartment: inside you can see the light-green turntable surface and the ivory-colored tonearm.
The receiver uses a valve circuit for AM/FM reception, documented in the electrical schematic of the Telefunken R 197 model. The turntable is integrated into the upper compartment, forming with the radio a single tabletop appliance. (umberto-alessio.it)
* Brand: Telefunken.
* Model: Little Melody R 197.
* Production: Telefunken Italia, Milan.
* Era: late 1950s; model cataloged in 1958.
* Type: valve tabletop radiogram with built-in turntable.
* Reception: AM/FM.
* Controls: front tuning scale, knobs, and keyboard.
* Cabinet: wood with glossy finish, gold details and ivory frame.
* Noted dimensions: height 28 cm, width 42 cm, depth 33 cm.
The radio and the turntable are in perfect working order. The cabinet shows signs of aging, scratches and small finish wear visible in the photographs, which characterize its vintage appearance. The original images are an integral part of the description and allow observation of the conservation state details.
A device with a strong presence, interesting for enthusiasts of historical radios, valve sound, and mid-century modern design, capable of enriching a space with its character and its dual musical function.
Careful packing, with special protection for the lid and moving parts, and traceable shipping across Europe."
Seller's Story
900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value.
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Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
Translated by Google TranslateTelefunken Little Melody R 197 – Valve radio with built-in turntable – Italy, late 1950s
The charm of valve radios and vinyl records meet in this Telefunken Little Melody R 197, a tabletop radiogram with a refined 1950s taste. Both radio and turntable are fully functional, as stated by the seller.
The model, identified by the inscription on the rear panel, is cataloged in 1958 and belongs to Telefunken Italia, Milan. It represents an interesting testimony to the household appliances that brought radio reception and music playback together in a single compact piece of furniture.
The wooden cabinet features a glossy brown finish, visible grain, and thin gold fillets that follow its contours. The rounded corners and the ivory-colored front frame give the appliance an elegant profile, enhanced by the vertical-slat speaker grille and the model’s cursive inscription.
The front hosts the tuning scale with station and waveband indications, two knobs for the controls, and an ivory-colored keyboard. The hinged top cover, supported by a metal rod, protects the turntable compartment: inside you can see the light-green turntable surface and the ivory-colored tonearm.
The receiver uses a valve circuit for AM/FM reception, documented in the electrical schematic of the Telefunken R 197 model. The turntable is integrated into the upper compartment, forming with the radio a single tabletop appliance. (umberto-alessio.it)
* Brand: Telefunken.
* Model: Little Melody R 197.
* Production: Telefunken Italia, Milan.
* Era: late 1950s; model cataloged in 1958.
* Type: valve tabletop radiogram with built-in turntable.
* Reception: AM/FM.
* Controls: front tuning scale, knobs, and keyboard.
* Cabinet: wood with glossy finish, gold details and ivory frame.
* Noted dimensions: height 28 cm, width 42 cm, depth 33 cm.
The radio and the turntable are in perfect working order. The cabinet shows signs of aging, scratches and small finish wear visible in the photographs, which characterize its vintage appearance. The original images are an integral part of the description and allow observation of the conservation state details.
A device with a strong presence, interesting for enthusiasts of historical radios, valve sound, and mid-century modern design, capable of enriching a space with its character and its dual musical function.
Careful packing, with special protection for the lid and moving parts, and traceable shipping across Europe."
Seller's Story
900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to light, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the careful search for objects of bygone times, selected with care for their historical and aesthetic value.
Our commitment does not stop at simple discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing years can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of the great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence.
Every piece of furniture we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. Choosing 900VINTAGE means not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your environment with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, one of time, travel, and memory. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for objects from times gone by, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond simple discovery: we carefully restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passing of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed the oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furnishing accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of giving spaces a touch of personality and originality. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just bringing home an object, but a fragment of history, a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, each object tells a story—of time, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to bring forgotten treasures back to life, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of a bygone era. We dedicate ourselves to meticulous research of vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old trunk that belonged to a grandmother, witness to generations, or a chest that sailed the oceans during great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every furniture accessory we offer is unique, full of history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just adopting an object but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your space with a timeless soul.
At 900VINTAGE, every object tells a story: a story of time, travel, and memories. Our passion is to revive forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We dedicate ourselves to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we restore each piece with care, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an antique grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has crossed oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Each decor accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you don't just bring home an object, but a piece of history—an element that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Telefunken
Model
R 197 - Little Melody
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Power supply
Year of manufacture
1958
Weight
8 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Height
28 cm
Width
42 cm
Depth
33 cm
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