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Object Timeline

-0001	We photographed this object. We photographed this object.
1964	Work on this object began.
1994	We acquired this object.
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2007	We exhibited this object.
2015	We photographed this object.
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2024	You found it!

ts502 Portable Radio

This is a Portable radio. It was designed by Richard Sapper and Marco Zanuso and manufactured by Brionvega, S.p.A.. It is dated 1964 and we acquired it in 1994. Its medium is abs plastic, chrome-plated metal. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

Sapper and Zanuso's portable radio combines a pure, modern aesthetic with a functionality that not only facilitates ease of use, but also protects sensitive electronic elements from inclement weather, or being jostled in transit. The radius corners and retractable chromed metal handle soften the overall appearance, creating an object that is equally stylish in its open or closed position.

This object was donated by Max Pine. It is credited Gift of Max and Barbara Pine.

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Its dimensions are

H x W x D (open): 13 x 33 x 16.5 cm (5 1/8 x 13 x 6 1/2 in.) H x W x D (closed): 13 x 22.5 x 13 cm (5 1/8 x 8 7/8 x 5 1/8 in.)

It has the following markings

Molded on back of battery compartment door: "BRIONVEGA/ ts 502/ MADE IN ITALY"

Cite this object as

ts502 Portable Radio; Designed by Richard Sapper (German, 1932 - 2015), Marco Zanuso (Italian, 1916 – 2001); Manufactured by Brionvega, S.p.A. (Italy); Italy; abs plastic, chrome-plated metal; H x W x D (open): 13 x 33 x 16.5 cm (5 1/8 x 13 x 6 1/2 in.) H x W x D (closed): 13 x 22.5 x 13 cm (5 1/8 x 8 7/8 x 5 1/8 in.); Gift of Max and Barbara Pine; 1994-59-3

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibitions Energizing the Everyday: Gifts From the George R. Kravis II Collection and IDEO Selects: Works from the Permanent Collection.

The Conservation department has taken one photo of this object.

Short URL http://cprhw.tt/o/2DzF2/
Accession Number 1994-59-3
Object ID 18648915