It's a vintage Packard Bell stereo, and it's hands-down the most gorgeous one we've had in the store so far. The style is spectacular, the components are nothing short of space-age, and the sound is wonderful. Take a look at this baby.
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| My SIL says it looks like a cold war targeting system! |
If I hadn't bought a vintage Curtis Mathes stereo just a few months ago, I'd seriously be raking my pennies together. If you'll recall, I found it at an estate sale and picked it up for the store, but my SIL said he didn't like it (What?!?!? Who can resist those tambour doors?), so I kept it for myself. He ate his words the other day and admitted that the more he sees it, the prettier he thinks it is. But it's mine...all mine! ::diabolical laugh::
I also neglected to include a photo of this beautiful Chesterfield chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, which is one classy piece of furniture. How do you forget something this unforgettable? It's in such pristine condition...and it's such a perfect example of Wormley's signature modern take on a classic style.
That stereo cabinet is seriously cool! Looks like it'd make a great TV stand if you weren't into vinyl.
ReplyDeleteStereos sell as fast as we can get them into the store. A few people are vinyl purists, quite a few more plan to hook up their MP3 players to them, and a few want them for TV stands if we don't have a credenza in stock that they like.
DeleteI gave all my vinyl to my daughter years ago, so I use mine as a TV stand, and since it opens on the front, I still have access to the radio. Best of both worlds!
The Packard Bell cold war targeting stereo is fantastic! Another unbelievable find by your SIL.
ReplyDeleteHe found this one locally on Craigslist. The owner was a lady in her 80s who said she and her husband bought it in the early 60s "when they came into a little money." My SIL said her house is FULL of the most gorgeous mid-century furniture you can imagine, and he naturally asked if she plans to sell more. She does...so he talked her into calling him before she puts it on CL.
DeleteHe said she's feisty and smart and knows her MCM designers. He had a ball talking to her. I think good things will come out of this particular business arrangement.
Wow the stereo cabinet is crazy cool! The chair is also a beauty :o) Scarlett x
ReplyDeleteIt amazes me that all this furniture has survived for 60 years or more and still looks gorgeous. That kind of quality and workmanship was the norm back then. How much of what is produced today will last that long?
Deletelove that tufted dunbar chair
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the classiest thing ever?
DeleteI have been wracking my brain for what I could do to repurpose a cool stereo cabinet. Love the thought of a cold war targeting system. I have some neighbors I wouldn't mind keeping in check.
ReplyDeleteLOL Then we have the stereo for you! I think with a little tweaking, this one could do some serious damage.
DeleteMy Grandfather has this exact same model. What I loved the most was to watch the orange lights flicker to the sound! My Dad inherit it and a few years later used it as payment to a car mechanic that had done some work on his car. I am talking circa 1976 here!
ReplyDeleteLucky car mechanic!
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