GE Clock Radio, Model 914-D, 1957
THF156816 / GE Clock Radio, Model 914-D, 1957
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Artifact Overview
This GE clock radio has a "timed outlet." A small appliance--such as a coffeemaker--could be triggered to turn on when the alarm sounded. This clock radio is a stylish, "smart" appliance, demonstrating the total engraining of radio into American domestic life. The space-age teal plastic cabinet would have made it at home among vogue housewares of the 1950s.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Portable radio
Date Made
1957
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
On Loan - Los Angeles Museum of Art (Los Angeles, CA)
Object ID
86.43.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Plastic
Metal
Rubber (Material)
Dimensions
Height: 7 in
Width: 6.75 in
Length: 13 in
Inscriptions
front:
General Electric
underside:
General Electric Model No 914-D - Caution - This set is provided with an interlock to prevent dangerous electrical shock. Do not tamper with or attempt to defeat its' [sic] purpose . . .
105-120 V AC 60 Cycles 30 Watts
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