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.
Custom Wall Mount Shelf / Console by Phillip Lloyd Powell, USA, circa 1970's. Walnut shelf with slate top. Mounts to wall with two matched walnut brackets. Shallow depth is perfect for use in a narrow hallways and entryways.
Pair of Early and Rare Painted Plaster Lamps by Michael Taylor, circa 1940's, USA. Pristine and sculptural canteloupe form lamps, painted in white plaster on scalloped bases.
Excellent original condition.
Total H:24.5", Shade Diam: 15", Base: 12.5" H X 9" Diam.
Set of Eight Signed Iridescent Ceramic Goblets by Beatrice Wood, USA, circa 1950's. Set of eight goblets in three sizes: 1 large, 4 medium and 3 small. Each piece is hand-glazed in brilliant, iridescent blues, greens, pinks and yellows. Each signed "Beato" on underside.
Wood's contemporaries included Marcel Duchamp, Henri-Pierre Roche and others associated with the Dada movement of the early 20th century, earning her the nickname "Mama of Dada". Wood's ceramics are displayed in the permanent collections of 15 major U.S. museums, including the Smithsonian and New York's Museum of Modern Art.
Wall-Mount Cabinet by Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell, circa 1950, USA. Solid walnut cabinet with Evans' iconic welded steel and gold leaf fish scale motif on the door. Finished on all sides and on the interior, with a fully mirrored back inside wall. The cabinet was designed to hang vertically, but can be adapted for horizontal hanging.
A Metal and Wood Screen by Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell, circa 1950's, USA. A single panel screen is comprised of Evans’ signature fish-scale motif in welded steel with gold leaf. Held within in a red striated walnut frame.
Custom Wall Mount Console by Phillip Lloyd Powell, circa 1960's, USA. Unique carved walnut case with four pairs of bi-fold doors concealing four main compartments, one with a custom fitted wine rack, one with two drawers and shelves and glass shelves in both of the end compartments. The interior is finished in walnut with a slate top.
Tall Back Chair by James Mont, circa 1950's, USA. Side chair in original tangerine wool upholstery with a round seat and exaggerated and dramatic curved back. On an oblong black lacquered base.
Oversized Carved Wood Table Lamp by James Mont, circa 1950's, USA. Spectacular carved table lamp with woven, natural parchment drum shade. Deeply grained, open work wood column, carved to resemble drift wood. Beautiful, striated silvered finish throughout.
Large wall-mounted Copper, Pewter and Bronze cabinet by Paul Evans, USA circa 1960's. In Evan's signature random patchwork design. Hardwood case covered in nailed copper shingles with pewter and bronze soldered decoration. Two doors with hand cut knobs, Interior black laminate with 2 adjustable shelves. Exceptionally large size with finished bottom made to wall mount but can sit on the floor.
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.
Pair of Illuminated Cast Resin Pagodas by Tony Duquette, USA, circa 1970's. These massive cast resin pagodas make a dramatic accent to any setting. Pierced windows on each of the pagoda's thirteen levels. Resin is painted to look like plaster. Illuminated from within with single bulb.
Acrylic and Brass Chaise Lounge by Charles Hollis Jones, USA, circa 1970's. Surprisingly comfortable chaise lounge in clear 1/2" - 1" thick clear acrylic with brass hardware. Stylish, ergonomic design.
Pair of Eggshell Lacquered Night Chests by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA /Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill and created by hand using classic cabinet making techniques, this magnificent pair of bedside chests feature a solid oak dovetailed case covered in real eggshell using the ancient Japanese lacquerwork technique called Tamago No Kara lacquer. The eggshell applied over a custom color lacquer base creates a calcified super hard surface accentuated with solid round brass pulls. As with all Custom Originals pieces these chests have been inspired by the great American designers of the late 20th century and are produced with the highest standards available. These chests are available by order in the dimensions as shown or in any custom size required.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 20"W X 13" D X 21" H
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List $16,000.00 a pair. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Sideboard by Gio Ponti for Singer & Sons, Italy/USA, circa 1950's. Model #2154, designed by Gio Ponti for Singer & Sons, in figured Italian Walnut with a grass cloth back and solid walnut interior . Finished on both sides for use as a room divider. Two doors conceal two adjustable shelves along with 4 drawers in the middle section. Singed with paper label to interior drawer.
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.
"Slopes" mirror by Neal Small, USA, circa 1970's. An original "Slopes" mirror from the Neal Small Design Studio. A matte black frame supports a full frame behind the mirror. Mr. Small's work can be found in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Dallas Museum of Fine Art, and the Smithsonian Institute.
Burl Patchwork Desk by Paul Evans, USA circa 1970's. Executive desk on plinth base with two sliding drawers, covered entirely in Evans' signature patchwork design.
Patinated Steel Disc Chandelier by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1960's. Chandelier with steel disc-shaped canopy and original silk drum shade hanging from a wrapped gold silk cord. Canopy can be mounted to ceiling or hung from chain; silk cord is adjustable. Rewired, with single socket.
Cast Aluminum Folding Screen by Arthur Court, USA, circa 1975. Four panel aluminum screen / room-divider composed of repeating, abstract skeletal forms.
Pair of JMF Red Lacquered Goatskin Stools by Karl Springer, USA, circa 1970's. Pair of benches/stools covered entirely in beautifully matched, deep red goatskin, retaining the color variations of natural goatskin. With a curved, semicircle seat and base configured to form an "X" shape. Partial label on base of one stool - Springer JMF.
Custom Desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, circa 1957. Mahogany and rosewood desk featuring three drawers and two tambor/roll-top doors concealing two drawers. Desk rests on a tall, polished steel base. Signed with applied gold manufacturer's label to drawer: "Dunbar Berne, Indiana"
Long Sideboard by Edward Wormley, USA, circa 1957. Long sideboard in lacquered and bleached mahogany, with bronze base and drawer pulls and marble top. Cabinet features three drawers, one tambour door and one door concealing a single shelf. Model 5465 manufactured by Dunbar. Signed with applied gold rectangular manufacturer's label affixed to drawer.
Literature: Dunbar: The Hemisphere Collection, manufacturer's catalog, unpaginated.
Pair of "Imperials" Club Chairs by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill, based on the classic mid-century Asian-Modern furniture designs, this elegant pair of pierced-back open armchairs feature a solid hard wood frame, lacquered in satin black (or custom color), with a hand carved edge beautifully highlighted in gold metal leaf. The loose cushions are available in down or foam or a combination. Fabric is your choice or standard in silk velvet with silk satin trim. Only the finest materials used.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 24.5" W x 24.5"D x 24.5" H
Custom Options: cream lacquer, silver or gold leaf, fabric optional.
Price: As shown with velvet/satin and down/foam combination - List $18,000.00 a pair. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
"Opium Den" Sofa by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. One-arm sofa upholstered in 100% Rose Cumming silk velvet or kid leather. Oak base can be realized in several finishes to compliment the upholstery. Silver leaf over orange and black primer with antique lacquer finish as pictured as is. Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 84" W X 36" D X 24.5" H
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List: $24,000. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
"Hollywood Mogul" Sofa by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. Deeply tufted, highly luxurious twin sofas, upholstered in Boucheron Mink silk velvet (other options could be kid leather or silk). Ebonized feet, other finishes could include silver or gold leaf as pictured as is. Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: can be easily modified, ideal length is: Approx. 96"W X Under 36"H X Under 36"D
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo: List $20,000 for one sofa. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Pair of "Japelion" Chairs by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. Low barrl chairs. Intimate, cozy and elegant. Pictured here in a peacock blue silk velvet. Legs done in silver leaf over ebony, other finishes available, such as gold leaf or lacquer, to match upholstery. Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new
Dimensions: 30" W X 36"D X 28"H
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List $12,000 a pair. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Curved Three Piece Sectional Sofa by James Mont, USA, circa 1940's. An exceptionally beautiful three-piece sectional by James Mont, newly upholstered in Rose Cumming grey silk velvet with grey silk piping on black lacquered recessed base. All new down loose seat cushions, flared arms, and two James Mont labels under seat cushions. In mint restored condition, finest silk velvet 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.
Sculpted Steel Coffee Table with Scalloped Base by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1970's. Welded steel coffee table in polychrome over patinated finish, with a glass top and scalloped base. Decorated with an alternating motif of hand drawn circles and grids.
Rare Custom Sculpted Bronze Dining Table by Paul Evans, USA, 1971. A monumental custom designed dining table in sculpted bronze by Paul Evans. Variegated interlocking sculpted steel legs with hand formed star and swirl motifs and a rectangular glass top. Signed PE 71. Excellent original condition. 29.5"H x 95"L x 48"D.
Set of Twelve Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1970, comprised of ten side chairs and two armchairs. Bronze has a patinated finish. Newly upholstered in grey mist calf skin. Excellent restored condition. Armchairs: 32.25"H x 27W" x 24"D each. Side chairs: 32.25"H x 25"W x 24"D each.
Unique Welded Steel Chandelier by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1960. Steel canopy with ring of tapering tendrils. With single milk glass globe. Excellent original condition.
Unique Welded Steel Pierced Chandelier by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1960. Steel chandelier with hand incised abstract motifs. With single, enclosed milk glass globe. Excellent Original Condition.
Wall mounted silver leaf console by Phillip Lloyd Powell, c. 1955. The console has a sanded slate top, three drawers and is finished in silver leaf brick pattern over a vibrant Robin’s egg blue. Each felt-lined drawer is divided by five removable wooden slats. The console is mounted on two silver leaf, hand-chipped oak supports. 7" H (console) (15.25"H with supports) X 95.75W X 19.5D. Excellent restored condition.
Round Slate Top Side Table by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1960's. Slate top on a hexagonal, tapered base. Base in welded steel with gold and bronze patina. 26" H x 28" DIA. Excellent original condition.
Sculpted Bronze Shelf by Paul Evans, USA, 1971. Magnificent heavily sculpted triangular shelf signed PE 1971. 28"H x 9"W x 16"D. Excellent original condition.
Eight Prong Welded Steel Candelabra by Paul Evans, USA, circa 1960's. With rough, modeled finish in a decorative floral motif. 46"H x 48"W x 28"D. Excellent original condition.
Pair of Low Hexagonal Side Tables by Phillip Lloyd Powell, USA, circa 1960's. Low Hexagonal Side Table by Phillip Lloyd Powell in walnut with inset slate top. 15.5"H x 25.5"W x 22.5"D. Good original condition.
Pair of Channel Tufted Club Chairs by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. An elegant and well proportioned pair of club chairs, custom pieces inspired by a vintage design from the 1950's. Each chair is upholstered in Rose Cummings dark grey 100% silk velvet. The armrests and sides are channeled and the piping along the backrest, around the base and feet is a grey silk satin. Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 29.75”H 31”W 34.5”D each.
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List: $10,000 a pair. Please ontact us for Net, trade price.
Bookcase/Secretary by Tommi Parzinger for Charak, USA, c. 1950's. Polished Rosewood and Mahogany Bookcase/Secretary divided into nine open cubicles and eight drawers with a center secretary desk and bronze pulls on each drawer. 81”H x 63”W x 14 ½D”. Good original condition.
Two-piece Omnibus Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, USA, c. 1975. Loose seat and back cushions filled with a down blend make these pieces exceptionally comfortable. Upholstered in the original Jack Lenor Larsen burnt-orange velvet. Sofas appear to float on Lucite plinths. The 85” section has a completely curved back and the 106” section is at a 45 degree angle, forming a wide V-shape. Marked with manufacturers tags, "Vladimir Kagan Designs Inc." Similar example pictured in The Complete Kagan, page 167. 36”H x 27”D x 106”L and 36”H x 27”D x 85”L. Good Original condition.
Set of Three Large Wall-hanging Resin Seashell Sculptures/Sconces by Tony Duquette, USA, c. 1970’s. Cast from an enormous clam shell, these resin sculptures retain all the texture and subtleties of the shell they were cast from. When lit from behind, the translucent quality of the resin diffuses the light for a glowing, dramatic effect. All three shells are identically shaped and textured with differences in color, one significantly darker than the other two. Surprisingly lightweight and fitted with hanging wires. Each 19”H x 31”W x 8”D. Good Original Condition.
The Nine Drawer Cabinet/Console by Mira Nakashima, USA, circa 1990’s. Walnut cabinet/console with 3 sliding doors concealing 9 drawers. Beautiful free-edge top with geometric butterfly base. With its solid walnut back, this cabinet is perfect for use as a room-divider. Excellent original condition. 86”W 42”H 27”D
Office in a Cabinet by Mira Nakashima, USA, 1997. This magnificent armoire conceals a full computer-desk unit and massive storage-- it is an office in a cabinet. Signed on inside Mira Nakashima / January 1997 / Ultimo S.F / N 10. Featuring a pair of figured walnut sliding doors and free-edge maple-burl handle with dovetail joinery throughout. Rests on low butterfly base. Sliding doors conceal a single, adjustable shelf on right side, and vertical shelving with a sliding/retractable desk on left side. Can be used as a desk and armoire. Excellent original condition. 42”W x 86”H x 27”D
Tufted Sofa by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. An elegant, generously proportioned sofa, inspired by a vintage design from the 1950's. Featuring gently sloping streamlined arms and a fully button-tufted back and seat in Rose Cummings Peacock Blue 100% silk velvet. Custom Original pieces deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 33"H x 38"D x 93"L
Custom options available.
Price: As shown in photo - List: $14,000. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
An exceptional disc bar by Paul Evans, Model PE-122, 1970. A fine example of Evans’ hand-sculpted bronze technique featuring exceptionally strong “rock”, enhancing the sculpted decoration. Two hinged doors reveal hand-painted striations in amber tones with ample storage, two drawers and adjustable shelves. Accompanied by the original bill of sale.
A pair of exceptionally crafted chairs by Karl Springer, covered in jet black leather calf skin.
Good original condition.
Measurements: 36 x 18 x 17.5” (seat height: 25.5”)
A rare set of six Gazelle dining chairs by Dan Johnson, two arm and four side chairs, USA 1956. Each chair hand wrought and finished of gold colored aluminum with caned seats and backs. The Gazelle line by Johnson was entirely hand made in Italy at Dan Johnson Studio. Due to extremely high production costs, and the intense hand labor involved, fewer than 150 pieces of the Gazelle line were ever completed. This set of six is a rare opportunity to acquire Johnson's elegant and expressive Gazelle chairs, model numbers 10A and 20A.
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.
An Exceptional Desk by William “Billy” Haines, circa 1942
Charcoal black lacquered leather covers this beveled top maple desk. From the Prinzmetal Commission, Los Angeles, California, circa 1942.
27.25 x 55 x 32 inches
Excellent Original Condition
A Magnificent grand scaled dining table capable of seating 14-16 when fully extended or 8-10 without leaves. The table in beautiful burled elm sits on a curved rectangular base in patchwork gold brass and has a center panel in the same. Restored to high polish original finish.
Dimensions:
30.5 x 48 x 96" (without leaves)
30.5 x 48 x 126" (with both leaves, 15" each)
New York, Circa 1938 A set of three sofas designed by Tommi Parzinger for Lawrence Rockefeller circa 1938. The sofas all on curved mahogany saber legs, each with low back and tight upholstered seat and back with brass nail head trim. The leather new in “parzinger blue.” The sofas demonstrate Parzinger’s early design aesthetic described in a 1938 review in the New York Times as “simple forms, modern because they are reduced to their simplest element, but graceful because of the delicately curved lines.” These sofas from the Rockefeller home in Tarrytown, New York are documented with Parzinger vanity and chair from the same period. The sofas all in perfect restored condition, one settee is a custom replica. Dimensions: Large Sofa: 29.5 H x 24 D x 95” W (33” overall depth) Small Sofas, each: 29.5 H x 24 D x 67.5” (29” overall depth)
New York, 1980 An oversize Karl Springer Chinosere cube table with beautifully curved and pierced open base all wrapped in fine weave linen finished in a subtle and sophisticated, smoked red-gold metallic lacquer finish.
Pair of armchairs in the manner of Frances Elkins, New York, 1940s. A pair of classic armchairs in turquoise lacquer with peacock blue leather seats. Mint condition. 38 H x 26 W x 25" D
A magnificent over-scale dining table by David Ebner in solid Bubinga wood with gorgeous grain and contrast, featuring a solid book matched two board top, gracefully curved saber legs all hand cut from one tree. One of a kind custom made seats 10-14 comfortably. 53,5" w x 105" l x 30,5" h
Circa 1950, USA
A rare matched pair of large pagoda style Chinoisere consoles by James Mont. Each in original finish in gold and silver leaf over layers of orange and red base coats then finished in a high polish smoked lacquer for a unique Mont "antiqued" effect. Signed James Mont Designs with burned in mark.
Finish restored to original perfection.
Dimensions: 76 w x 28 h x 19" d
Sculpted Bronze wall mounted console signed Paul Evans, 1969 (signature reads PE 69). Two deeply sculpted bi-fold doors embellished with Evan's trade mark whorls and starbursts. Two piece slate top. Interior lacquered black with two fully adjustable shelves covered in original synthetic leather.
Outstanding Paul Evans Argente cabinet custom studio piece, model PE-43. Boldly signed “PAUL EVANS 70.” The Argente series of sculpted aluminum furniture is the rarest genre of Evan’s work. Inspired by Art Nouveau and the psychedelic times in which it was created this group of silver and black furniture with heavily decorated and sculpted surface was so difficult to produce that the line was offered only briefly and represents some of Evans most evocative and beautiful work of the late 1960s. Each piece is totally unique. This cabinet features curved inside doors and a completely hand painted wood interior in amber striations with one permanent and three adjustable shelves.
A beautiful mulit-colored "Rondelay" glass screen by the Higgins studio. This screen has sixty-multi-colored fused glass discs of graduated size in shades of blue, green, orange and yellow.
Six paneled screen by Phillip Lloyd Powell
USA, c 1967
Six undulating carved walnut panels backed with mirror in Powell's organic style gives these panels a graceful, sinuous feel and the silver leaf over red lacquer creates a spectacular pop art effect. Configured as two, three panel screens.
Excellent original condition
86.75"H width: 95.25"W Depth: variable
Minguren I low table by Mira Nakashima
USA, 2000
A Minguren I low table with a magnificent free-edge top of outstanding burlwood on a tapered walnut base. Signed on underside Mira Nakashima 9-26-00.
Excellent original condition
14.75"H 31.25"W 18.5"D
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.
Each elegant base of silvered-bronze with arched swivel legs and delicate foliate design support a beveled-edge 3/4" glass slab top. Silver is patinated but can be buffed to a brighter finish if desired.
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.
Mirror-finished gunmetal square form table lamp with polished brass top, finial, rectangular pulls and base. Comes with original receipt from the Karl Springer showroom.
Cathedral Table by Silas Seandel
USA, circa 1975
An early example of Seandel's Cathedral Table he started producing around 1975. The brass/bronze base consists of cylinder shapes welded together in the cylinder shapes of varying heights. Seandel then deftly manipulates his welding torch to create the rough look on the edges.
Some scratches to the glass top, metal base in excellent original condition.
Orange Lacquered and Faux Snakeskin Console by Arthur Elrod, c. 1965. This piece was designed for a client’s home in Rancho Mirage, CA. While its size is modest, the blending of texture and vibrant color, typical of Elrod’s style, epitomizes the lifestyle of the groovy sixties and laid-back California living. Elrod often pulled from the desert environment he lived and worked in to design his interiors and furniture; he used a lot of color—bright and muted—and his textures entice touch.
Custom console by Michael Coffey, 2008. Coffey produced this curvaceous console with carved ridges that are nearly four inches deep in some areas. He always uses the traits of the wood—its color and grain—to design each piece. This piece is made from African Mozambique, which Coffey loves for its wide range of colors. Inspired by the natural wear of river rocks.
Paul Evans
Very Rare Pole Lamp
USA, c. 1965
Very Rare pole lamp by Paul Evans, circa 1965. Only a dozen of these lamps were ever produced due to the challenge of welding three sides. It is the only lamp with the cross bar structure. Both the vertical and horizontal pieces are constructed of cut, welded, patinated and gilt steel.
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
Nine Foot Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Spectacular nine foot sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Expansive sofa floats gracefully on six nickeled feet. Two loose button tufted seat cushions and four loose back cushions. Upholstered in ivory boucle fabric. Model number 4907A. Documented in Dunbar Fine Furniture of the 1950s by L.Pina, ppg 31-32, 172-173
Very good original condition
33 H 108 L 37 D seat height 16.5
Tortoise shell lamp cast in aluminum by Arthur Court. Elegant, modern interpretation of a classic lamp. Signed with applied label, “arthur court designs”.
A large custom smoked mirror in vintage early 20th century frame designed and produced by James Mont for the King Cole Penthouse in Miami, Florida in 1963. The smoked mirror is of exceptional quality surrounded by a beautiful antiqued gold leaf frame. Mont was known for using antique and found objects in his creations and this is a dramatic example of his decorative work. This mirror will add a substantial dose of mystery and glamour to any interior.
The "O" Ottoman by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. "The O" is an oversized ottoman with a diameter of five feet that perfectly complements a living room suite. Upholstered in sumptuous ivory leather or in 100% silk velvet. Glides on casters. Other base options include silver or gold leaf bun feet or carved lucite.Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 60" W x 60" D x 18" H
Custom options available.
Price: List: $4,500 - Fabric or Leather not included in this price. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Delivery: 4 - 6 weeks
price :
$4,500 List / Fabric or Leather not included int this price.
"Jumelle" Settee by Todd Merrill Custom Originals. USA/Contemporary
Designed by Todd Merrill. An elegant settee available as a pair or individually. The curved form of the settee has a serpentine shaped front with four turned silver legs. Each leg is identically carved, pierced and finished in an antique silver (or gold) leaf finish, resurrecting a mid-century gilding technique. Cushions are down filled and covered in 100% silk velvet with a silk satin piping in the color of your choice. 28" H X 69" W X 35" D Larger or smaller proportions are easily accommodated up to six feet in length. Custom Originals deliver in 4-6 weeks.
Contemporary - condition new.
Dimensions: 28" H x 69" W x 35" D
Custom options available
Price: As shown in photo - List: $24,000. Please contact us for Net, trade price.
Bed by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals USA c. 1950 Exceptional bed by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals. Highest quality craftsmanship - carved stiles and posts. Finished with signature Parzinger finials layered in gold leaf. Lacquer restored to original finish. Model 185 from the Parzinger Originals Showroom Catalog.
Magnificent pair of hand wrought room dividers / sculptures by Monteverdi Young. Highly stylized flora spring upwards in these imaginative and practical dividers. Freestanding bases allow these versatile screens to be used just about anywhere. As seen in Architectural Digest, Fall 1967
An early 1968 signed Paul Evans table or desk with glass top. The two large crescent-shaped bases are of patchwork polychromed welded steel with red, gold and blue-green patina and brazed brass decoration. Welded and brazed motifs are stars, swirls and geometric patterns as well as a large welded signature PE 1968. The decoration is random, asymmetric and artfully applied. Original oval glass top.
An early, signed Paul Evans cantilever low table that features a rare satin-bronze finish in combination with a mirror-chrome finish in an L-shape form. Signed “An Original Paul Evans”.
Double Pedestal Cityscape Dining Table by Paul Evans
USA, 1970s
A Double Pedestal Cityscape Dining Table. Each pedestal is an L-shape form with mirror polished chrome and satin chrome finish in Evans’ iconic patchwork design and a thick rectangular glass top. Signed “An Original Paul Evans”.
A patinated silver-leaf Dining Table by James Mont, c 1950s in excellent original finish. The table is round with two leaves to extend it to an oval shape to seat six. The four legs are an open elongated key form. Finished in Mont’s signature patinated silver leaf technique of silver applied over a black base coat, then hand rubbed to create a serrated finish. An elegant dining table for a small space.
A set of six patinated silver leaf Dining Chairs by James Mont, c 1950s. Each chair has open elongated Greek Key backs, newly upholstered seats in soft grey leather that sit on four square legs. Finished in original silver-leaf over black in excellent condition, designed to accompany the round table listed above.
A Smoked mirrored console by James Mont, c 1950s, features hand carved Caryatid side supports and scrolled pulls. The cabinet has a wide inverted V-shaped front with two caryatid supports on either end, two doors that open to cabinets with adjustable shelves. Smoked mirror top, side and doors are framed in Mont’s signature patinated silver leaf finish over maroon and black.
Excellent Original Condition
30.25H 74W 19.5D
A six-paneled smoked mirrored screen, c. 1950.Each panel with smoked mirrored front in a diamond pattern mounted on a grey-green painted wooden frame that has three rectangular smoked mirrored sections on the back.
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
Pair of Triangular Walnut Side Tables by Phillip Lloyd Powell
USA, c. 1955
A Pair of triangular walnut side tables by Phillip Lloyd Powell, c. 1955. Each have an inset heavily lacquered slate top, the sides have vertically positioned boards that meet seamlessly at the corners but leave a slender gap at their juncture on the sides.The sides have a slight swell that is well proportioned to their diminutive size.
A Polished aluminum table by James Butchart for Trans World Airlines, c 1973.A glass top rests on an abstract base that leans forward and contains one moderately sized drawer on the left side.Butchart designed this one-of-a-kind table specifically for an office in Trans World Airlines in New York; it was made from the same material, in the same UK factory where the nose-cones for the Concorde were made. This desk is the only one in existence and plans and drawings of the desk still exist. He designed the office rooms and the furniture for the Airlines and was also in movie and television production designing furniture for several movies, including “Return of the Pink Panther” and “Superman”.
Smoked mirror coffee table by James Mont. Deeply smoked mirror shows wonderful ageing, black lacquered frame, classic Asian modern styling. Contains two hidden compartments underneath, an often requested feature from some of Mont's more notorious clientele.
This King-sized canopy bed, nearly 8 feet (or 2.3 m) tall, is a paradigm from the Argente series and is the only one of its kind. It uniquely showcases the Argente motif with the bed’s structure perfectly displaying the vertical and horizontal welded waves of polished and matte black aluminum. A concealed inner rail accommodates a curtain and a recessed ledge on top was designed to support a fabric canopy or mirrored ceiling to the bed. The Argente pieces were sold and
marketed by Directional, a noted furniture showroom. They were advertised at the time as “art furniture” in magazines such as the New Yorker, but each piece was made by hand, one at a time, in Evans’ studio. The motif was labor intensive and welded aluminum is very difficult to work with, consequently few pieces were made. Nevertheless Evans created custom-made Argente pieces and such examples are characterized by generous, almost defiant, proportions. In the context of Evans’ body of work, Argente is less three-dimensional and more attuned with painted canvas but on welded metal.
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
A Wall Hung Walnut Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell, from the Dorsey Reading Collection
USA, 1966
A Wall hung walnut cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell, 1966.The cabinet comprises a dove tail case and four bi-fold doors, the interior is finished in a copper green stain. Dorsey Reading reportedly traded this cabinet from Powell for forty hours of work.
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.
A Silver leaf Chinoiserie side table by James Mont
USA c 1950
A silver leaf Chinoiserie side table by James Mont, c 1950.A petite rectangular side table comprising a single drawer with aChinese style symbol pull in gold leaf over an open frame with one shelf. All finished in silver leaf. Signed with burned in mark, “James Mont Design”.
A White painted fiberglass wall mounted console by John Dickinson
USA c. 1970
A fiberglass version of Dickinson’s iconic white plaster, animalistic pieces; however, this console was produced by an East Coast company for Dickinson and was used as a display piece for a window at New York’s Saks Fifth Avenue. While Dickinson was not actually involved the production, because he hated to travel, these types of pieces were produced using his animal form leg design and stark white coloring with his approval.
Rare, custom Argente cabinets by Paul Evans. Each with inset slate top and black laminated interiors. One with five drawers and fitted with shelf pegs for adjustable shelves, the other with three drawers.
Chip carved occasional table by Phillip Lloyd Powell. Conical form table with unique rosewood top. Hand carved and gilt by Powell in a silver and gold checkerboard pattern over a red ground. Signed by Phil.
Pair of Brass and Smoke Mirror Vitrines by Mastercraft
USA c. 1970
A pair of brass and lacquer vitrines with beautiful smoke mirrored backs and glass doors and sides, glass shelves, recessed interior lights. Labeled Mastercraft.
Solid heavy finest quality construction and materials.
Sculpted Steel Wall Mount Cabinet signed Paul Evans 68
USA 1968
Sculpted Steel wall mounted cabinet by Paul Evans. Made as a companion piece to the console TMF1085. Exterior shows same exuberant decoration of welded steel highlighted in polychrome and brazed brass decoration. Interior finished with red striated lacquer and an adjustable shelf. PE-39, signed “Paul Evans 68”
Pair of Doors by Dennis Sparling
USA c. 1970
Pair of welded steel doors by Dennis Sparling. Welded steel doors featuring a panorama of animals, the other side with undulating landscapes. From a Vermont mill house. Polychromed and fire treated steel.
Signed D & S Sparling
Original condition
79.5 H 65 W 4 D
TMF1072
A rare Sculpture Front Console signed Paul Evans, 1968. An excellent studio piece, this console has four unique massive welded steel doors – boldly decorated with Evans signature abstract sculptural elements. Sculptural elements accented with gold leaf, polychrome in yellows, reds, blues and various patinated finishes to the steel. Single slab of one inch thick, eight foot long cleft Pennsylvanian slate top. Interior in original red striated lacquer. Right side fitted with an original, felt lined adjustable shelf. Interior of doors of faceted welded steel decorated in red polychrome. Mounted on a welded steel base. Signed Paul Evans 1968.
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 delicate and elegant occasional low table in the LaVerne’s cherished patinated
bronze technique. The table’s surface has a lovely stylized floral motif.
A classic form of Laszlo’s from the 1950’s upholstered in sumptuous navy kid
leather with a complimentary lighter blue-lacquered wood legs and arms. If
American Modernism was about comfort and class this handsome club chair is
exemplary of its ideals.
Electrified Plexiglas and Mirrored Glass Low Table by Ron Ferri
Circa 1970’s, USA
Plexiglas and Mirror
There are few designers who captured the essence of the Studio 54 era as well as
Ron Ferri did. The Emerald green Plexiglas base is illuminated from within and
rests on a sleek mirrored glass top. Pure disco chic.
From the original Jay Spectre designed interior for R. Roberts.
documented in Point of View: Design by Jay Spectre by J. Spectre and G. Bradfield; page 46
Mahogany Cabinet by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, c.1950. Single drawer over a flip down door. Solid brass pulls with Parzingers' signature detailing. Beautiful hand rubbed French polish finish. A perfect side or end table. Signed with manufacturer's tag "Charak Modern".
The frame in bleached mahogany with a wide smoke and eglomise decorated border in gold scrolling acanthus leaves and shells. The narrow inner frame in rare gold mirror studded with pale grey square glass gem-stones.
In beautiful original condition with age appropriate wear.
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
Bench by Zaha Hadid USA, 2003 Cast and enamel in aluminum
H 46 W 166 D 55
Working Proof Tallix Art Foundry
USA 2003
This working, foundry proof is the first precursor to Zaha Hadid's Bench, subsequently produced by Max Protetch in an edition of twelve. This original form was cast in California at ADM and produced by Tallix Art Foundry in 2003. As the form reached its final stages of production, yet to be patinized, the computer-generated version was refined. The refined edition of twelve (aside from two artist's proofs) produced by Max Protetch differ from this original in form and finish. Lee Balter, owner of Tallix Art Foundry, purchased this example from Max Protetch in 2004. Tallix later produced the Bench displayed at Zaha Hadid, the 2006 exhibit held at the Solomon R. Guggenheim museum. Sold with a photocopy of the original bill of sale from Max Protetch, Inc.
Powell’s powerfully dramatic doors are a paradigm of his artistic expression and mastery of wood. Now in his late 80’s, these doors were inspired by ones found in the artist’s own home. Despite his lengthy and prolific career Powell has only created a handful of doors. These doors were the result of independent creative impulses rather than a directed commission. Powell always honors the integrity of the wood by emphasizing knots and natural irregularities. The doors are hand-chipped carved Pennsylvanian walnut with tiger figuring throughout and secured with cast iron nail heads. Powell remains an avid international traveler and incorporates found pieces into his creations. The striking Tibetan brass pulls are contrasted to sinister yet discreet Medusa head coins. The doors are suitable for either an interior or exterior setting. Powell’s signature gilding process with fiery red underlay frames the door, also found on the opposite side.
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.
