G.E.C. BC 4650 Bakelite Valve Radio – LW/MW/SW – England – c. 1946 In excellent tested and working condition – No reserve. A highly attractive and increasingly collectible post-war large British Bakelite valve radio manufactured by G.E.C. (General Electric Company Ltd. of England) during the late 1940s. The elegant streamlined cabinet with its distinctive horizontal louvred speaker grille reflects the transition from pre-war Art Deco styling into the early Mid-Century Modern era. This large G.E.C. BC 4650 is executed in beautifully marbled dark brown Bakelite with a warm gloss patina and an illuminated multi-band tuning scale displaying numerous international broadcasting stations from the golden age of radio. The design is both architectural and sculptural, making it an exceptional decorative statement piece as well as a functional historic radio receiver. The set is equipped with Long Wave, Medium Wave, and Short Wave reception and retains its original rear panel with aerial, earth, pick-up, and external speaker connections. Inside, the radio still houses its period British valve configuration, including original G.E.C./Osram components. An excellent collector’s example of post-war British industrial design and radio engineering. Technical details Manufacturer: G.E.C. – General Electric Co. Ltd. of England Model: BC 4650 Country of origin: England Period: circa 1946–1948 Type: Tabletop valve / tube radio Cabinet material: Brown marbled Bakelite Wavebands: LW / MW / SW Power supply: 190–250V AC, 40–100 cycles Connections: Aerial Earth Pick-Up input External speaker output Dimensions: Large model; 34 x 37 x 22 cm (h x w x d) Weight: approximately 11 kg Condition The radio is in excellent vintage condition with very well-preserved Bakelite and a beautiful deep shine. The tuning glass and station markings remain clear and highly decorative. Interior components appear complete and original. Signs of age and normal minor wear consistent with careful use and age. The radio has been tested and is in working condition. A rare and authentic survivor from the early post-war years, ideal for collectors of Bakelite radios, Art Deco and Mid-Century design, or vintage audio technology. Disclaimer: Fully functional, but as with all vintage electrical items, a safety check by a qualified professional is recommended before use.