Mogens Lassen -K. Thomsen Mogens Lassen Stool in Solid Teak Denmark, 1950-1979 Mogens Lassen’s “Shoemaker’s Stool” produced by Danish K. Thomsen cabinet maker designed in 1942. Is carved of solid teak. One of the most iconic of Danish Modern Designs. This example is missing its paper label and has a small repair (visible on the [...]
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen -Willy Beck Madsen & Larsen Cane Back Chair for Willy Beck Denmark, 1950-1979 Cane back chair designed by Ejnar Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck, Denmark. 1950’s. The chair retains it’s original unrestored patina and caning as well as it’s original tag beneath the seat. W. 20 [...]
Jay Spectre Curule Benches by Jay Spectre (Set of 4) United States, 1990 Jay Spectre designs represented a strong 20th-century point of view. His luxurious interiors were found across the globe and included yachts, private jets, large estates, and corporate headquarters. At the time of his death, in 1992, Mr. Geoffrey Bradfield was heading Spectre’s [...]
Pair of Palisander side chairs by Paolo Buffa Italy, 1951 Classically inspired, lyre shaped back inlaid with blonde wood detailing. Graceful, tapered legs. All original, with original upholstery. Made by Serafino Arrighi, Cantu. Documented in “I Mobili di Paolo Buffa”, Roberto Rizzi pg 57. Excellent original condition 35″ H, 18″ W, 18.5″ D Reference number [...]
Mirrored Cocktail Table by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Italy, c. 1940 Magnificent cocktail table by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Deep stained mahogany base with saber legs. Original mirror with minimal patina. Similar example in “Arredamento” by Guglielmo Ulrich, published by Gorlich, Milano. Excellent vintage condition 19″ H, 35″ W, 20″ D Retail: $7500.00 [...]
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Cabinet by Paolo Buffa Italy, 1947 Six door cabinet in oak by Paolo Buffa. Brass hardware. Read more about Paolo Buffa. Branded mark, “ESPOSIZIONE PERMANENTE MOBILI CANTU” Documented in L’Arredamento Moderno, Terza Serie Seconda Edizione by Roberto Aloi, plate 304; Il Mobile Italiano Degli Anni ’40 e ’50 by Guttry / Maino, page 117 W. [...]
Unique Walnut desk having a rectangular top with chamfered corners. Its case holds two drawers with forged burnished brass pulls. The legs and cross stretchers are mortised and tenoned together as is the long cross brace which also acts as a foot rest. Together with a certificate of authenticity from Roberta Lietti. Numbered 1959.22 [...]
Large Coffee Table by John Vesey USA, c. 1960 Large size coffee table by John Vesey. Polished stainless steel and brass. 3/4 inch glass top. Model V-43 documented in John Vesey showroom catalog. Excellent original condition. 17.5 H, 61.5 W, 27.5D Retail: $8,250 | Trade: $6,600 Reference: GDF-007
White porcelain vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Germany, c. 1968 Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. Matte relief slip molded porcelain bottle with glazed and matte elements and glazed interior. Model 3040/24 Signed Rosenthal Germany, Studio-Linie. Tapio Wirkkala signature and model number incised into the base under the glaze. Tapio Wirkkala 1915-1985 graphic artist, designer, and [...]
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White porcelain vase by Heinrich Fuchs for Hutschenreuther. Germany, c. 1960 Matte bisque finish relief ware vase from Fuchs’ Archais series, fully glazed interior. Model 5089/34. Signed in glaze, “Hutschenreuther Germany” with lion mark; incised FUCHS 5089/34. 13.5″ High, 4.5″ Wide, 4.5″ Deep Reference number: HU-FU-06 $700.
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Chandelier by Enrico Fisti Italy, c. 1930 Bronze and glass, takes two medium base bulbs. Exhibited at the Monza Triennale of 1930. Published in Domus number 37, page 64 January 1931. W. 20 in; H. 34 in; D. 4.75 in; W. 50.8 cm; H. 86.36 cm; D. 12.07 cm; Reference number GDL-032 Retail: $9,500 | [...]
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Mirror by Cristal Art Italy c. 1960 Cristal Art mirror. Graphic decoration including stars, diapering and dots. Wheel engraved and gilded glass. Model 2743. Documented in Cristal Art La Lavorazione Artistica Del Cristallo A Torino by Davide Alaimo, page 90. Signed with manufacturers tag. Excellent original condition. Read more about Cristal Art. 27.75″ x 27.75″ x [...]
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Conical Fontana Arte Chandelier Italy, c. 1960. Model 1930 custom variant. Two white satin finished glass conical shades. Brass shows beautiful, age appropriate patination. W. 16.5 in; H. 27.5 in; D. 6 in; W. 41.91 cm; H. 69.85 cm; D. 15.24 cm; All original, excellent vintage condition. Documented in Quaderni Fontana no.1, page 29 Reference [...]
Fantastic custom console table / bar by John Vesey. USA, c. 1958 Polished aluminum “X” form base with mirror finished stainless steel stretcher topped with an impressive 1.25″ thick slab of original beveled glass. This form as a dining table is shown in “Manhattan Style” by Esten, Gilbert & Chinsee; ppg 182-183 Glass shows age [...]
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Rare Floor Lamp by Stilnovo Italy, 1950’s. Rare floor Lamp by Stilnovo. “Z” shaped base with two rods supports two curving Plexiglass shades, one in white, one in a soft red. Untouched original condition. W. 10.5 in; H. 65.51 in; D. 9 in; W. 26.67 cm; H. 166.4 cm; D. 22.86 cm; Price: $6,500 Reference [...]
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Centerpiece by Erwin Walter Burger Italy, circa 1955 Carved, engraved, reverse painted and silver gilt glass, with a chip carved edge. Signed on the front, “Erwin Walter Burger”, and with an applied paper tag on the reverse. Published in Il Vetro Italiano A Milano 1906-1968, edited by Rosa Barovier Mentasti. Erwin Burger was the chief [...]
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Folding Bench by John Vesey USA, c. 1950’s Extraordinary folding bench by John Vesey. Based on a traditional directoire bench, Vesey updates a classic using polished aluminum and high gloss lacquer. Precision craftsmanship of the highest quality. Restored condition 27.5″ H, 27″ W, 12″D Reference number: JV-JV-02 Retail: $8,500 | Trade: $7,500
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Gio Ponti Hand Mirror by Fontana Arte Italy, 1961 Hand mirror designed by Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte. Black glass bonded to mirrored glass. Designed in 1932, executed in 1961. Mirror is 9″ x 5″ x .25″ Glass shows minor age appropriate wear. Documented. Reference number: GDG-002 Price: $3,500.00
Massive Stoneware Bowl by Eva Staehr-Nielsen for Saxbo Denmark, late 50’s early 60’s Massive stoneware bowl with strong decoration on both sides. This bowl comes with Museum documentation. This piece is unusually large for works by Eva Staehr-Nielsen. Perfect unrestored condition 8″H, 13″ L, 10.5″ D Reference number SA-ESN-01 $11,600.
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Willy Guhl-Stendig Co. Set of Four Red Lacquered “Bankshuhl” Chairs by Willy Guhl for Stendig Switzerland, 1950-1979 Model 3105 Set of four Bankstuhl, chairs by Swiss Designer Willy Guhl, (1915-2004). Bankstuhl translates to bench chair. These elegant chairs were designed to function as a bench when lined up side by side. Willy Guhl was a [...]
Unique Vase by Carl Harry Stalhane for Rorstrand Sweden, c. 1960 Unique gourd shaped vase by Carl Harry Stalhane for Rorstrand. Red / brown glaze beautifully accentuates the incised design of six lines winding over the surface. Signed with three crown and R, and “CH Stallhane” and marked with “367” Excellent condition 11″ H, 8.5″ [...]
Pipe Can by Francesca Mascitti Lindh Finland c. 1955 Exceptional Pipe Can by Francesca Mascitti Lindh. An early example of Lindh’s work, done when she was first hired to Arabia’s Art Department. Mottled green through a bronze grey ground. Signed with the incised cipher, FML; and ARABIA 20.5″ H, 6″ W, 5″ D Good Design [...]
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