Lacquered Beveled Edge Desk by Karl Springer, USA, circa 1970's. An oval desk in high-gloss chocolate/ deep aubergine lacquer, a classic Springer finish, with a double beveled edge in silver leaf under clear lacquer. Solid oval top rests on two demi-lune pedestals supports. Its elegant proporations and scale are ideal for use as either a writing or dining table.
Rare and exceptional mirrored breakfront by Syrie Maugham. Glass shelves in a mirrored, illuminated case atop a mirrored, six leg console. Mercury glass mirror shows beautiful age and patina. Descended through original owners – the Grace and Phipps families.
Silver-leaf Picture Frame by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill, an oversized picture frame in silver leaf over blue-grey ground. The extra large frame in gently curved silver-leaf and plaster over woodgives dramatic emphasis to the opening. Ideal for black and white photographs for which it was designed. Available as shown or in custom sizes.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 22.25 “ W X 30” H
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List $2,000. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Set of Two Nesting Tables by John Dickinson, USA, 1970. Set of two diminutive nesting tables in Dickinson's iconic white plaster over wood. Two sets (four pieces total) available.
Three Drawer Lacquered Chest by Tommi Parzinger, USA, circa 1950's. White lacquered chest with fluted molding along the sides and front, etched brass drop pulls and cabriole legs.
Pair of Two-Drawer Lacquered Bedside Tables by Tommi Parzinger, USA, circa 1950's. Black lacquered Bedside Tables with fluted molding along the sides and front, and etched brass drop pulls.
Magnificent custom dining table in zebrawood by Richard Rothbard. Solid 1.25 inch zebrawood top rests on a flared, stepped base of stack laminate zebrawood. A unique commission, large scale furniture by Rothbard is exceptionally rare.
A demilune form console with a white marble top and exquisitely carved apron in bamboo motif, legs and base; all finished with Mont's expertly executed camouflage silver and gold leaf over cinnabar basecoat. A classic look with a modern twist. The "camo" technique was one of the most labor intesive and time consuming for the craftspeople at James Mont Design.
A large sideboard in two sections, the top section contains a smoked mirrored panel behind an angled shelving unit with a recessed central panel embellished with applied carved flowers and birds finished in a silver and gold leaf camouflage pattern, this is flanked by an open frame comprising round shelves with a key pattern relief on the edges and finished in gold leaf. The appliques were hand carved by one of Mont's expert craftsman he employed in his workshop. Supporting the mirrored shelving unit is a silver leaf cabinet comprising two wide drawers flanked by two doors, with two round Asian style pulls in gold leaf. Burned in mark James Mont Design.
The most beautiful natural goat-skin dining table by Karl Springer that we have offered. Beautifully matched natural ivory colored skins with satin finish, top has a bull nose knife edge with a 5 inch deep bevel and rests on two demi-lune pedestals supports. A modern American classic. Comes with original receipt from the Karl Springer showroom.
A faux tortoise shell box in s-curved shape with canted top and interior in tan suede with bronze mounts. Comes with original receipt from the Karl Springer showroom.
A unique custom chaise lounge by Phillip Lloyd Powell, c. 1960. This unique chaise has a wooden frame with turned feet and back supports finished in a colorful blend of burnt umber and fuchsia lacquer and silverleaf. The frame, back and pillow are upholstered in metallic silver leather, the seat cushion in purple ultra suede. A rope system adjusts the back for reclining. Powell typically drew his inspiration from his travels abroad; this piece is reminiscent of an Indian palace. Designed for the Berman’s of Allentown, PA and is signed on the frame Phillip Lloyd Powell Made for H. Berman Allentown, PA.
A pair gilt dressers and mirrors by James Mont, c. 1950s. The dressers have an undercoat mixture of crimson and black that permeates through a thin layer of antiqued gold metal leaf. A gilt bamboo appliqué and molding graces the top panels on the front, left and right side. Two drawers each have one circular Asian styled pull that completes the piece. The mirrors have gilt bamboo appliqués at the top and bottom of the frame; the frame is finished in an antique gold metal leaf with a crimson and black undercoat that creates a warm glow.
Excellent restored condition
32h 48w 20d dressers
53h 41w mirrors
A Silver Leaf Sideboard by James Mont, c 1950s.A large sideboard in two sections, the top section contains a smoked mirrored panel behind an angled shelving unit that contains a central panel of pierced, carved screen with a scene of flower and bird figures finished in silver and gold leaf camouflage pattern, flanked by an open frame holding round shelves with carved scalloped edges finished in silver and gold leaf camouflage pattern. The screen was hand carved by one of Mont's expert craftsman he employed in his workshop. Supporting the mirrored shelving unit is a silver leaf cabinet comprising two wide drawers flanked by two doors. Burned in mark James Mont Design.
Metal and Wood Screen by Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell
USA, c. 1950
A Metal and wood screen by Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell, c. 1950.The screen comprises three panels, each with Evans’s signature fish-scale motif in metal with silver and gold leaf within in a simple walnut frame that has a striated, slightly speckled cream finish.
Excellent Original Condition
TMF1117
95.25H X 14.5W (each panel) 43.5 W (overall) X 2.25D
A pair of silver leaf horse lamps by James Mont, c. 1950. Each has a wooden shade with a carved edge, and a plinth that holds a carved statue of an Asian warrior mounted on a horse, slumped down as if weary from battle. The lamps are finished in a smoked silver leaf, a favorite of Mont’s. Mont’s Turkish background, with its unique blend of Western and Eastern traditions, influenced his designs and the Asian horseman often symbolizes status and power as well as the introduction of new cultures and traditions. This symbol is fitting for a Mont piece since he was the purveyor of “Chinese Modern” interiors and often produced pieces with Asian leanings such as these lamps. Mint Restored Condition 25.5H 9W 10D in 65H 23W 25D cm
An Oxidized Metal and Silver Leaf Cabinet by James Mont
USA, c. 1950
An oxidized metal and silver leaf cabinet by James Mont, c. 1950.The top has a pagoda style pediment, and the cabinet comprises three vertical sections.Each side has a door with applied latticework and three plaques each with carved Asian scenes and inside are four movable shelves.The upper center section is open and contains three shelves, the bottom shelf is an inverted U form and contains a small drawer decorated with an Asian scene in high relief.Below center are four drawers each with a diamond shape appliqué decorated with an Asian-style abstract form.The cabinet is finished in a camouflage pattern of oxidized copper leaf and smoked lacquer.
Magnificent paddle arm chair by Paul Laszlo. Original turquoise lacquer is accentuated with red, kid leather upholstery. This same design was used in Laszlo’s own home. From the Hudspeth Estate, Prineville OR. Documented in “Paul Laszlo” by Laszlo, pg 18. New buttersoft lambskin upholstery.
A pair of 2-panel solid wood screens covered in 24 karat gold leaf squares on one side and satin black lacquer on the back.
Designed and produced by Nick Mongiardo in the 1970s. Nick Mongiardo designed and produced pieces for celebrities including Michael and Tina Chow, Giorgino Armani, Calvin Klien, and Donna Karan.
Serving Cabinet / Bar by Phillip Lloyd Powell USA c. 1960 With this grand towering cabinet Powell showcases many of his talents and signature finishing. He always honors the irregularities of the wood, in this case Walnut-one of his favorites, which results in sinuous lines and dramatic swirls. The interior and sides are painted in a silver leaf faux subway tile motif above a gentle aquatic green base. One of the largest domestically proportioned pieces from Powell’s oeuvre. 96H 48W 21.5D (244 H 122 W 56 D cm) Mint restored condition
Domestically proportioned pieces by Jack Rogers Hopkins are exceedingly scarce and highly sought after. Hopkins is an important and influential sculptor/furniture designer who helped defined the California design scene in the 70’s. He mastered laminated wood and applied it to never seen before forms. Although Hopkins created other chairs, this is an exceptional and unique piece. The Rocking Chair simultaneously pays homage to one of the most cherished American pieces of furniture while realizing the form in a creative and dynamic manner. Despite the form’s ingenuity and presence, it is surprisingly comfortable.
In the late fifties and into the sixties, Phillip Lloyd Powell and Paul Evans shared a studio and collaborated on many creations. This charming cabinet is an excellent example of the fruits of their labor. Evans is responsible for the iconic fish scale motif, in welded steel and gold leaf, on the cabinet’s gate. The delicate (optional) linen curtain is original and in excellent condition. Powell carved, stained and doweled the locally grown Walnut. The foldout doors reveal their classic red striated interior.
Six Sided Executive Desk by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young USA c. 1970 Monumental Executive Desk by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young. The six sided desk in ebonized walnut with a burl root wood surface. Two drawers on the right hand side, and a singular large drawer on the left. Has two pull out writing surfaces. Leather trimmed solid brass pulls. Signed with burned in mark, “Monteverdi Young” 29H 108W 42D Excellent original condition
Gilt Hand Chair Sculpture by Pedro Friedeberg Mexico Gilt hand chair sculpture by Pedro Friedeberg. Iconic hand chair with gold leaf finish. Signed with burned in mark, “Pedro Friedeberg” Excellent original condition 38”H 21”W 24”D
Gilt Hand Foot Chair Sculpture by Pedro Friedeberg Mexico Classic hand chair by Friedeberg on an anatomical foot base. Gold leaf finish, signed with burned in mark, “Pedro Friedeberg” Also have version in silver-leaf. Excellent original condition 38”H 21”W 31”D (91 H 53 W 86 D cm)
Horn covered console table attributed to Karl Springer; USA c. 1970. Stepped top console table covered in horn tiles set in a herringbone pattern. Beautiful natural coloration in shades of dark brown and tan.
Exceptional, unique lounge chair and ottoman by Jack Rogers Hopkins, c.1970. A fantastic example of Hopkins unrestrained artistic expression. Laminated construction allowed Hopkins to create eloquent large scale pieces. Known for combining the utility of several items into one functional form – this sculptural chair incorporates a reading lamp and a book shelf. Variations documented in California Design Eleven by The Pasadena Art Museum, and in California Design: The Legacy of West Coast Craft and Style by Lauria and Baizerman.
Excellent original condition.
Chair: 43"H x 66"L x 39"D
Ottoman: 13"H x 23"L x 22"D
Fantastic mermaid sculpture by Pedro Friedeberg, c.1980. Hand carved, patinated wood body with detailed fish scales form the sweeping body of this maritime fantasy from Friedeberg. Stands perched on three silver leafed feet, with silvered hair and a pair of silvered wings in the form of a whales' tail emerging from her back. Blue glass eyes and a working compass mounted in her abdomen completes Friedebergs whimsical nautical theme. Signed to underside of foot, "Pedro Friedeberg".
Fantastic ivory lacquered goatskin dining table by Karl Springer, c.1970. Incredibly versatile size – 42 inch diameter round table has three 24 inch leaves, enabling this table to expand to an impressive 114 inches. Signed with applied paper labels.
Very good original condition.
29.5"H x x 114"L (fully extended) x 42"DIA (closed)
Stunning pair of custom black lacquered screens by Karl Springer for Geoffrey Beene. High gloss black lacquer with ivory lacquered sabot. Chromed full length piano hinge. Designed with chrome mounts to showcase couture garments in Mr. Beene's New York Studio.
L-shaped desk by Billy Haines, 1960. Faux limestone finished case with a cantilevered desktop in ivory crackle finish lacquer. Three shallow drawers over three deep drawers, fitted for hanging file rails. Age appropriate wear to the lacquer. From the Deutsch Estate, Beverly
Hills.
A similar example of this desk appears in "Class Act William Haines Legendary Hollywood Decorator" by Schifando and Mathison, page 216.
Pagoda shaped table lamp by James Mont, c.1945. Layers of hand applied pigments distressed to reveal multiple colors of brown, slate, and muted reds. Original hand painted shade. Designed to be used flush against a wall.
A single dramatic ceramic, wood, paper and carved plaster gold-leafed lamp by James Mont, New York. The "antiqued and gilded" ceramic Asian figure sits on a carved and gilded wood base, the heavy paper shade has a ring of applied plaster that has been carved and the whole shade gold-leafed in 3" x 3" squares.
