Zenith Shorts
Description: Zentih was known for its high-quality radios and electronic innovations. Zenith introduced the first portable radio in 1924, the first mass-produced AC radio in 1926, and push-button tuning in 1927. It added automobile radios in the 1930s with its Model 460, promoting the fact that it needed no separate generator or battery, selling at US$59.95.[6] The first Zenith television set appeared in 1939, with its first commercial sets sold to the public in 1948. Zenith is, perhaps, best known for the first practical wireless television remote control, the Space Command, developed in 1956.
Description: Zenith Electronics, LLC, is an American research and development company that develops ATSC and digital rights management technologies. It is owned by the South Korean company LG Electronics. Zenith was previously an American brand of consumer electronics, a manufacturer of radio and television receivers and other consumer electronics, and was headquartered in Glenview, Illinois. After a series of layoffs, the consolidated headquarters moved to Lincolnshire, Illinois. For many years, their famous slogan (borrowed from Crown Piano maker George Bent of Chicago, used through the 1890s) was "The quality goes in before the name goes on"
Description: Founded by Ralph Matthews and Karl Hassel in Chicago, Illinois, as Chicago Radio Labs in 1918 as a small producer of amateur radio equipment. The name "Zenith" came from ZN'th, a contraction of its founders' ham radio call sign, 9ZN. They were joined in 1921 by Eugene F. McDonald, and Zenith Radio Company was formally incorporated in 1923. The fledgling company soon became known for its high-quality radios and electronic innovations. Zenith introduced the first portable radio in 1924 and would go on to innovate and define the home television market. Zenith pioneered high-contrast, flat-face picture tubes, and the multichannel television sound (MTS) stereo system, and was one of the first companies to introduce a digital HDTV system.
Description: Zenith CH 701 artwork celebrating the rugged STOL aircraft built for remote adventure flying. Known for exceptional short takeoff and landing performance, the CH 701 became a favorite among bush pilots and backcountry explorers. This vintage-inspired design captures mountain flying, freedom, and the spirit of off-airport aviation.
Description: Zenith CH 701 artwork celebrating the rugged STOL aircraft built for adventure flying. Known for exceptional short takeoff and landing performance, the CH 701 became a favorite among bush pilots, backcountry flyers, and homebuilt aviation enthusiasts. This bold design captures freedom, utility, and the spirit of off-airport exploration.
Description: Zenith CH 701 artwork showcasing the rugged STOL aircraft lifting off from a remote backcountry strip. Known for exceptional short takeoff and landing capability, the CH 701 became a favorite among bush pilots and adventure flyers. This bold design captures utility, freedom, and the spirit of off-airport aviation.
Description: From the golden age of radio to the glow of the CRT screen, Channel 23 — Zenith Royalty Broadcast imagines Zenith as the ultimate American broadcast signal. A 1923 origin meets the unmistakable visual language of 1980s television—scanlines, analog interference, broadcast waves and vintage electronics typography. Made for collectors of old TVs, radio history, analog technology and classic American electronics.
Description: Witness the final moments of a world in silhouette. "The Crimson Zenith" captures a haunting, dystopian skyline beneath a massive, eclipsing void. Rendered in a high-contrast, gritty stippled style, this piece blends dark academia with apocalyptic horror. The striking blood-red backdrop and skeletal city spires evoke a sense of quiet dread and cosmic finality.
Description: A circular emblem features a stylized sunset with horizontal stripes of red, orange, and yellow. Behind the sunset are teal mountains with white snowcaps. Below the mountains, aqua blue water or land is visible. The text 'ZION NATIONAL PARK' is centered below the landscape, with the coordinates '37.30°N 113.05°W' beneath it.
Description: Celebrate Duluth, Minnesota with this classic Zenith City design featuring a detailed loon on Lake Superior and the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge. This artwork blends northern wildlife with historic harbor architecture, honoring Duluth’s maritime roots, rugged shoreline, and scenic beauty along the world’s largest freshwater lake. Perfect for Duluth locals, North Shore road-trippers, Great Lakes lovers, and anyone who has watched the ships roll in on Lake Superior.
