1930's Supertone Parlor Guitar

This 1930s Supertone parlor guitar carries the charm and character of early American instrument making. Likely built for Sears during a vibrant era of home music-making, it reflects the approachable size and expressive voice that defined parlor guitars of the period. Its history is further enriched by its provenance: the instrument comes from the collection of Mickie Zekley, founder of Lark in the Morning and a lifelong champion of traditional music.

The guitar features rosewood back and sides paired with a spruce top, producing a warm, resonant tone that belies its compact size. A tailpiece was added at some point in its lifetime, and the parquet binding shows thoughtful repair along its edges — small details that honor decades of musical use. The mother-of-pearl fret inlays and aged patina lend the instrument an inviting, timeworn beauty.

Lightweight and comfortable, this parlor guitar suits musicians who enjoy playing in intimate spaces or carrying music with them from room to room. Its narrow body and smooth neck profile make it easy to play, while its vintage voice offers a connection to an earlier generation of American acoustic traditions.

• Crafted in the 1930s with rosewood back and sides
• Spruce top offering warm, full resonance
• Narrow parlor body ideal for relaxed playing
• Intricate parquet binding with vintage repair work
• From the personal collection of Mickie Zekley

Approximate Specifications:

• Overall Length: 37 in.
• Body Length: 18 in.
• Body Depth: 3 1/2 in. 
• Upper Bout Width: 9 in. 
• Lower Bout Width: 12 1/2 in.
• Nut Width: 1 7/8 in. 
• Nut to Bridge: 25 1/8 in.
• # Frets: 18