Designer
John Vassos(American, born Romania, 1898–1985)American, born Romania, 1898–1985
Designer
Alfred Weiland(American, 1887–1975)American, 1887–1975
Designer
Selden T. Williams(American, 1892–1983)American, 1892–1983
ManufacturerManufactured by
Radio Corporation of America Manufacturing Company(American, established 1901)American, established 1901
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Portable Phonograph, RCA Victor Special, Model M
Datec. 1935
MediumAluminum, chromed steel, and flocking
DimensionsOverall (Closed): 8 × 16 1/2 × 17 1/2 in. (20.3 × 41.9 × 44.5 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase funded by Jeffrey A. Shankman
Object number2002.3545
Non exposé
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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and DesignObject Type
Exhibition HistoryExhibited in "American Modern: 1920's and 30's Design" at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, March 15 to July 20, 2003.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Metal stamped label on the front: "RCA Victor Special"
Stamped on the back hinge twice: "284"
Stamped on the back hinge twice: "284"
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