Magnavox Television-Radio-Phonograph Magazine Ad 1950s Family TV
$ 3.7
Description
Magnavox Television-Radio-Phonograph Magazine Ad 1950s Family TV. Another console, the Magnavox Belvedere AM-FM radio-phonograph, is prominently displayed, emphasizing its availability in rich mahogany or blonde oak finishes. This vintage Magazine Ad from the 1950s features Magnavox, showcasing their impressive television-radio-phonograph console units. The primary graphic depicts an idealized suburban family—a father, mother, and daughter—gathered around a Magnavox Belvedere 20-inch TV, enjoying a performance by Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy. The artwork evokes a classic Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, highlighting the era's focus on family entertainment and home technology. Another console, the Magnavox Belvedere AM-FM radio-phonograph, is prominently displayed, emphasizing its availability in rich mahogany or blonde oak finishes. The advertisement positions Magnavox as "the magnificent gift for all the family," a "priceless gift of endless entertainment" and a "source of daily pleasure and pride." It encourages buyers to invest in a superb Magnavox model, noting that only stores famous for outstanding service are selected to sell their products. The ad also highlights features like "Ultra High Frequency Units Readily Attachable." This piece of ephemera captures the essence of 1950s home life and the burgeoning electronics market.
