Ekco AD65 Radio
Wells Coates designs the AD65 radio, shown here in a rare green version, for British electronics company Eko in 1932. New technology made this wireless device possible, but was the visual shift from wood cabinetry-like casing that made the oirce stand out. Photo 2 of 6 in Remember When TVs Looked Like This?

Remember When TVs Looked Like This?

2 of 6

Ekco AD65 Radio Wells Coates designed the AD65 radio, shown here in a rare green version, for British electronics company Ekco in 1932. New technology made this wireless device possible, but it was the visual shift from wood cabinetry-like casing that made the piece stand out.