Collection of Eleven Table Microphones

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comprising:
Amperite Co., Model PGH, circa 1940, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 12 1/2  in. (31.7 cm) high
Turner Crystal, Model 9XM, circa 1940, manufactured in Cedar Rapids, IA, chrome-plated brass, with manufacturer's label, 10 3/8  in. (26.3 cm) high
Rauland-Borg Corp., Type 1248 BL, circa 1937, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 16 3/4  in. (42.5 cm) high
Webster-Chicago, Dynamic Microphone Type 1245, circa 1939, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 12 1/2  in. (31.7 cm) high 
Amperite Co., Model GH Microphone, circa 1935, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 15 1/2  in. (39.4 cm) high
Universal Microphone, Model 3782, circa 1929, with W7BKD call sign, manufactured in Inglewood, CA, chrome-plated cast metal, with manufacturer's label and impressed XX and 3782, 11 7/8  in. (30.2 cm) high
Electro-Voice, Velocity Microphone Model V-IA, circa 1941, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated metal and wire mesh, 14 7/8  in. (37.8 cm) high
Universal Microphone, Velocity Microphone, circa 1937, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 17 1/8  in. (43.5 cm) high
Amperite Co., Model CSLK, circa 1940, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated cast metal, 18 5/8  in. (47.3 cm) high
Amperite Co., Model SR80H, circa 1935, with manufacturer's label, chrome-plated brass, 19 1/2  in. (49.5 cm) high
Electro-Voice, Velocity Microphone Model V2, manufactured in South Bend, Indiana, circa 1938, with manufacturer's label, cast metal and wire mesh, 16 3/8  in. (41.6 cm)  high

Please visit Sothebys.com or contact the 20th Century Design department for full description of the microphones. Overall in good condition. The metal surfaces with minor surface scratches, some small edge abrasions, minor pitting to the chromium-plate and light surface soiling to the recessed portions of the design, consistent with age and gentle handling. The labels of the microphones with wear to the inscriptions. The bases of the microphones have all been replaced at a later date, except for the base of the circular Universal Microphone, Model 3782, which is likely original and presents with losses to the lacquer as seen in the catalogue illustration. A rare opportunity to acquire a large set of table microphones at auction.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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