Italian Radio Appraisal

Italian Vega Console Radio

This is a vintage Italian Vega console radio, likely dating from the mid-20th century, possibly the 1950s or 1960s given the style and controls. The radio is housed within a wooden cabinet, predominantly constructed from light-colored wood, possibly a blonde wood like birch or light oak, with visible grain patterns. The top surface of the console appears to be made of a darker, richer reddish-brown wood, providing a contrasting accent. The front panel, specifically the control area, features a dark, possibly bakelite or metal, fascia with an elongated tuning dial display. The dial itself has multiple frequency bands and station markers, indicative of a multi-band receiver. To the left and right of the dial are two large, dark, circular rotary knobs, likely for power/volume and tuning respectively. Below the tuning dial, there is a row of approximately nine lighter, rectangular push-buttons, presumably for band selection (e.g., AM, FM, SW) or preset stations. To the far left, an oval brass or metal escutcheon, possibly part of a keyhole for a cabinet door or a decorative element, is visible. The wood surfaces show some signs of age and use, including minor discoloration or spotting on the lighter wood front panel, and general wear consistent with its vintage. The craftsmanship appears solid and typical of console furniture of its era, with neat joinery evident in the framing of the control panel. No significant damage or repairs are immediately apparent from the image, but a full assessment would require closer inspection. The 'Vega' brand name is clearly visible on the right side of the control panel, confirming its manufacturer.