{"product_id":"radio-depoca-franco-soresini-alberto-chiantera-italian-antique-radio-guide","title":"RADIO D'EPOCA Franco Soresini Alberto Chiantera Italian  Antique Radio Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003e• Author: Franco Soresini, Alberto Chiàntera\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Book Title: Radio d'Epoca (Tutto Mondadori Series)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Language: Italian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Format: Softcover \/ Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Publication Year: 1995\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Publisher: Arnoldo Mondadori Editore\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• ISBN: 8804396903 \/ 9788804396901\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Topic: Antique Radios, Vintage Electronics, Industrial Design, Reference Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRadio d’Epoca by Franco Soresini \u0026amp; Alberto Chiàntera (Arnoldo Mondadori Editore, 1995)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a beautiful copy of Radio d'Epoca, a definitive Italian language reference guide exploring the fascinating history, technical evolution, and industrial design of vintage radios from 1920 to 1950. Written by renowned experts Franco Soresini and Alberto Chiàntera, this book features a wonderful preface by legendary Italian designer Achille Castiglioni.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe centerpiece of this book consists of 188 beautifully photographed collector entries showcasing historically significant antique radio models from all over the world. Each entry is richly illustrated with full-color photography and detailed technical specifications, making it an invaluable identification resource for collectors, radio restorers, and mid-century design enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Book Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Comprehensive Timeframe: Documents thirty years of global broadcasting history from galena crystal sets to early transistors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Detailed Documentation: 188 structured identification plates containing production country, circuitry diagrams, wavebands, dimensions, and custom tuning details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Cultural Context: Examines how early broadcasting, radio advertising, and aesthetic design shifts (from classic wood cabinets to early plastics) shaped modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Includes a helpful technical glossary and an index of major historical radio manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Decoy Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67805274997038,"sku":"EB-257812192647","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/2417\/4638\/files\/57_644de3a3-5593-4ceb-a17b-c492ebd9f090.png?v=1792779794","url":"https:\/\/decoysupply.com\/products\/radio-depoca-franco-soresini-alberto-chiantera-italian-antique-radio-guide","provider":"Decoy Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}