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Sengbusch Combination AIRITE Radio / Clock / Lamp / Inkwell
| Categories | Dual Purpose Inkstands |
| Material | Bakelite |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Sengbusch |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1938 |
| Measuring | 15” x 6 ⅜” x 7 ⅛” |
A rare 1938 Airite radio desk set, model 3010 with combination inkstand, clock, and central column lamp, made by Sengbusch Self Closing Inkstand Co, Milwaukee. Bakelite cabinet with iconic Art Deco design, with a thin Bakelite case and a heavy radio chassis. Cover to inkwell is missing – base stamped with Sengbusch mark.
Sold for $880 in November 2023
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