Telefunken - Domino Tube radio
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Telefunken Domino, produced circa 1955–1956, in good physical condition and tested and working.
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Radio Telefunken Domino
- Italy, mid-1950s
Perfectly functioning
Fascinating Telefunken Domino valve radio, one of the most iconic models produced by Telefunken Italy (Milan) in the mid-1950s, around 1955–1956.
Its soft, enveloping design in curved wood, the cream front with a large textile grille, and the long illuminated speaker ladder make it a perfect example of Mid-Century aesthetics: elegant, warm, and timeless.
This radio is fully functional and ready to use: ideal for demanding collectors as well as an important decorative piece for living rooms, studies, contemporary lofts, or vintage-style venues.
Display lighting not working.
Technical data
• Brand: Telefunken
Model: Domino
• Producer: Telefunken Italia, Milan
Year of production: circa 1955–1956.
Type: AM/FM valve receiver with a magic eye tuning indicator.
Valves installed: UCC85, UCH81, UF89, UABC80, UL41, UY41, UM80 (6 valves + magic eye)
• Principle of operation: superheterodyne
Received bands: medium waves, short waves, and FM (according to the documented Domino versions).
Output power: approximately 4 W
Power supply: alternating current (AC) with autotransformer.
• Case: wood with a front in plastic/bakelite material and original fabric.
Form: table radio with button keyboard
• Dimensions (approximately): 51 × 34 × 21 cm
Weight: approximately 7 kg
Condition
Perfectly functioning: it turns on, tunes in, and sounds correctly.
Excellent aesthetic condition, with normal and very slight signs of aging on the wooden shell, which attest to the item's authenticity without compromising its visual impact.
Talking scale, knobs, and front fabric in very good condition.
Why is it special?
• Domino model, highly sought after among vintage Telefunken radio enthusiasts.
1950s design with a strong visual presence: simply placing it on a console or sideboard instantly transforms the environment.
It combines collectible value, the history of the Telefunken brand, and a striking decorative function.
Shipping
Adequate and very careful packaging, with multiple protections for radios and valves.
Traceable shipping across Europe.
An icon of 1950s made in Italy, ready to bring the warm sound of valves and all the poetry of radios from another time into your home.
Seller's Story
900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring to light forgotten treasures, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We are dedicated 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 breathe new life into forgotten treasures, 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, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you’re 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, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to rescue forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style from a bygone era. We are dedicated to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we diligently restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed across oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every decorative accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just taking home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
Translated by Google TranslateRadio Telefunken Domino
- Italy, mid-1950s
Perfectly functioning
Fascinating Telefunken Domino valve radio, one of the most iconic models produced by Telefunken Italy (Milan) in the mid-1950s, around 1955–1956.
Its soft, enveloping design in curved wood, the cream front with a large textile grille, and the long illuminated speaker ladder make it a perfect example of Mid-Century aesthetics: elegant, warm, and timeless.
This radio is fully functional and ready to use: ideal for demanding collectors as well as an important decorative piece for living rooms, studies, contemporary lofts, or vintage-style venues.
Display lighting not working.
Technical data
• Brand: Telefunken
Model: Domino
• Producer: Telefunken Italia, Milan
Year of production: circa 1955–1956.
Type: AM/FM valve receiver with a magic eye tuning indicator.
Valves installed: UCC85, UCH81, UF89, UABC80, UL41, UY41, UM80 (6 valves + magic eye)
• Principle of operation: superheterodyne
Received bands: medium waves, short waves, and FM (according to the documented Domino versions).
Output power: approximately 4 W
Power supply: alternating current (AC) with autotransformer.
• Case: wood with a front in plastic/bakelite material and original fabric.
Form: table radio with button keyboard
• Dimensions (approximately): 51 × 34 × 21 cm
Weight: approximately 7 kg
Condition
Perfectly functioning: it turns on, tunes in, and sounds correctly.
Excellent aesthetic condition, with normal and very slight signs of aging on the wooden shell, which attest to the item's authenticity without compromising its visual impact.
Talking scale, knobs, and front fabric in very good condition.
Why is it special?
• Domino model, highly sought after among vintage Telefunken radio enthusiasts.
1950s design with a strong visual presence: simply placing it on a console or sideboard instantly transforms the environment.
It combines collectible value, the history of the Telefunken brand, and a striking decorative function.
Shipping
Adequate and very careful packaging, with multiple protections for radios and valves.
Traceable shipping across Europe.
An icon of 1950s made in Italy, ready to bring the warm sound of valves and all the poetry of radios from another time into your home.
Seller's Story
900VINTAGE, every object tells a story, made of time, journeys, and memory. Our passion is to bring to light forgotten treasures, pieces of a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and the style of an era. We are dedicated 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 breathe new life into forgotten treasures, 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, rich in history, and capable of adding a touch of personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you’re 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, journeys, and memories. Our passion is to rescue forgotten treasures, pieces from a distant past that embody the timeless charm of craftsmanship and style from a bygone era. We are dedicated to the meticulous search for vintage items, carefully selected for their historical and aesthetic value. Our commitment goes beyond mere discovery: we diligently restore each piece, respecting its authenticity and the character that only the passage of time can bestow. Whether it's an old grandmother's trunk, a witness to generations, or a chest that has sailed across oceans on ships of great migrations, our goal is to preserve the soul of the object, renewing its beauty without betraying its essence. Every decorative accessory we offer is unique, rich in history, and capable of adding personality and originality to any space. By choosing 900VINTAGE, you are not just taking home an object, but a fragment of history—a piece that will enrich your spaces with a timeless soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Brand
Telefunken
Model
Domino
Physical condition
Good
Nr of items
1
Includes
Power cord
Weight
8 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Height
34 cm
Width
51 cm
Depth
31 cm
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