The Zenith unit in your photo is a Zenith model 12-S-471 console radio, produced in 1939. This classic piece is part of Zenith’s “Shutter Dial” series, known for the distinctive black dial with rotating band indicators and its bold Art Deco styling.
Key Features of the Zenith 12-S-471: • 12-tube chassis (chassis model 1205) • Broadcast, Shortwave, and Police Bands • Motorized tuning (often called “robot tuning”) • “Radiorgan” tone control system (the row of tone levers under the dial) • Shutter dial mechanism (displays different band scales by flipping metal shutters) • High-end walnut veneered cabinet with dramatic curves and inlays