Hi Bandersen,
Bryan G. wrote: "I would take a prewar radio cabinet and mount it inside."
Look at what French collector Pierre Genet built:
Full story here:
http://www.cfp-radio.com/
Look under "Realisations" --> "Prototype de moniteur 9 pouces a lampes"
Lots of good TV & Radio restorations on the site, chock-full with pictures.
Best Regards
jhalphen
Paris/France