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Prices Realized: Sollo:Rago Modern Auction, October 2003
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| Lot Number |
Description |
Estimate |
Sale Price |
| 1 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren desk/table with single
drawer and free-edge top with two rosewood butterfly keys. (From the
original owner. Provenance available). Marked with owner's name on
underside of top. 28 1/2" x 79" x 26 1/2" |
8,000 |
18,800 |
| 2 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA Kent Hall lamp with interesting
free-form walnut base, cylindrical shade with parchment liner and holly
rings. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Marked with
owner's name on bottom. 58 3/4" x 16 1/2" |
7,000 |
11,163 |
| 3 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren II coffee table with one
V-shaped end to expressively-figured free-edge top, with rosewood
butterfly key concealed underneath. (From the original owner. Provenance
available). Marked with owner's name on bottom. 15" x 55" x 23 1/2" |
14,000 |
9,988 |
| 4 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut chest with dovetailed case, free-edge top and
four drawers, three with recessed angular pulls, on trestle base. Minor
split to top. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Marked with
owner's name on back. 31 1/2" x 36" x 21 1/4" |
4,000 |
6,463 |
| 5 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut chest, en suite with preceding. Marked with
owner's name on back. 31 1/2" x 36" x 21 1/4" |
4,000 |
5,581 |
| 6 |
Fine and unusual GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut cabinet with trapezoidal
free-edge top, two radio-grilled sliding doors, and three interior
compartments fitted with a divider, two adjustable shelves, and four
drawers. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Marked with
owner's name on back and bottom. 32" x 75 1/4" x 22 1/2" |
8,000 |
16,450 |
| 7 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA Minguren I side table with free-form
English oak burl top. (A highly-desirable Nakashima form). (From the
original owner. Provenance available). Marked with owner's name on
underside of top. 28 1/2" x 34" x 25" |
14,000 |
18,800 |
| 8 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut trestle dining table, 1978, its top
comprised of two free-edge, bookmatched planks joined by three rosewood
butterfly keys, its base with through-tenon stretcher and shoe feet.
(Provenance available). Signed "George Nakashima/Feb. 1978". 35" x 59 1/4"
x 41 1/2" |
8,000 |
7,050 |
| 9 |
Four GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut grass-seat chairs, 1978, each with
spindled back on tapering dowel legs. (Provenance available). Three marked
"George Nakashima/Feb. 1978". 27 1/2" x 22 1/4" x 18" |
2,000 |
3,055 |
| 10 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA table lamp with cylindrical parchment shade and
free-form cherry plank base with rosewood support. (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Signed with owner's name on bottom,
photocopy of original 1963 drawing included. 32 1/4" x 15 3/4" |
4,000 |
11,163 |
| 11 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA cherry and rosewood table lamp, 1970, with
Minguren-style base and parchment-lined cylindrical shade. Unmarked. 29
3/4" x 12 3/4" |
4,000 |
9,988 |
| 12 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren end table with free-edge
rectangular top with natural occlusions. (From the original owner.
Provenance available). Marked with owner's name, photocopy of original
1963 drawing included. 21" x 28" x 19 3/4" |
2,000 |
5,875 |
| 13 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren end table with square top. (From
the original owner. Provenance available). Marked with owner's name on
bottom, photocopy of original 1963 drawing included. 21" x 28" sq. |
3,000 |
5,875 |
| 14 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid end table with
trapezoidal top. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Photocopy of original 1963 drawing included. Unmarked. 21 1/4" x 26 1/2" x
27 1/2" |
4,000 |
10,575 |
| 15 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid Bench with back, 1977, with
hickory spindles and free-edge seat with natural occlusion, on tapering
dowel legs. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Unmarked, but
accompanied by a small plaque signed by George Nakashima. 31 1/4" x 71
1/2" x 27" |
15,000 |
19,975 |
| 16 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut lounge chair with hickory spindles, saddle
seat, and one free-edge writing arm. (From the original owner. Provenance
available). Bottom of chair marked "Studio", accompanied by small plaque
signed by George Nakashima. 32 3/4" x 30 3/4" x 25" |
3,000 |
3,525 |
| 17 |
Pair of GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut three-drawer cabinets on cross-plank
bases. Unmarked. 25 1/4" x 15 1/2" x 19 1/4" |
4,000 |
8,225 |
| 18 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut end table with square overhanging top
with natural occlusion and one free-edge, over single drawer on tapering
plank legs. Unmarked. 21" x 28" x 28 1/4" |
3,000 |
3,819 |
| 19 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Long Chair with free-edge slab arm, white
cotton webbing, and front tapering legs. (Ex.: Collection of the Baltimore
Museum of Art. Provenance available). New webbing and pegs, both done by
the Nakashima Studio. Unmarked. 31" x 34 1/4" x 66" |
8,000 |
12,925 |
| 20 |
Spectacular and rare PAUL EVANS sculpture-front buffet, 1977, with
full-length slate top, riveted patchwork exterior, and four grid-form
doors with a series of gilded and enameled elements, concealing a red and
black interior. (Evans' Cranbrook education in jewelry design is evident
in the geometric and abstract elements that provide the dramatic tension
in this piece. This is one of the best examples of this form that we've
ever encountered). Signed PE/77. 32" x 96" x 18" |
10,000 |
23,500 |
| 21 |
PAUL EVANS grid-form collage sculpted in high relief with a variety of
abstract elements covered in red, gold, and dark brown patinas. Unmarked.
35" x 14 3/4" |
1,200 |
4,113 |
| 22 |
Unusual PAUL EVANS pole-mounted free-form sculpture of welded steel
with pinwheel, linear, and circular motifs. Rusting. Unmarked. 78" x
33" |
1,200 |
4,113 |
| 23 |
PAUL EVANS dining table with circular slate top and pedestal base of
welded copper and bronze patchwork. Unmarked. 28 1/2" x 54" dia. |
2,000 |
7,050 |
| 24 |
Large and rare PAUL EVANS Argente welded aluminum pinwheel sculpture,
1967, mounted on the original brown enameled pedestal base. (While
generally regarded as a furniture designer, Evans produced a handful of
sculptures throughout his career, most often built to satisfy his own need
for expression. Evans would occasionally produce one for a favored client.
It is generally believed that Evans produced less than 100 sculptures
throughout his career). Unmarked. 73 1/2" x 37 1/2" |
2,000 |
21,150 |
| 25 |
PAUL EVANS for DIRECTIONAL PE 139 sculptured bronze dining table,
1971, with multi-level vertical panels to the base, each with a different
textural motif, and 3/4"-thick rectangular glass top. Signed Paul
Evans/71. 29 1/4" x 4' x 8' |
1,200 |
2,468 |
| 26 |
PAUL EVANS for DIRECTIONAL rectangular extension dining table,
entirely covered in chrome patchwork. Some minor dings and scratches.
Unmarked. 29 1/4" x 84" x 40" |
900 |
2,350 |
| 27 |
Fine and rare FINN JUHL "Chieftain" chair with brown
leather-upholstered armrests, seat and tufted back, on dowel-leg frame
with sculpted backrails. (The Chieftain chair, Finn Juhl's masterpiece,
combines comfort with elegance, and elegance with architectural
sophistication and crafted beauty). Missing one button, minor crackling to
seat leather. Unmarked. 36 1/2" x 40" x 35" |
4,000 |
7,638 |
| 28 |
FINN JUHL for FRANCE & SON teak "Bwana" armchair with two front
knob grips, its seat frame, seat cushion and armrests upholstered in black
vinyl on tapering dowel legs. Small chip (1" x 1/2") to one rear leg.
Branded mark and metal tag. 36" x 34 3/4" x 30" |
800 |
1,528 |
| 29 |
ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN "Swan" settee with original purple and
blue upholstery, on cast aluminum and chrome-plated steel base. Some
petrification to foam. Unmarked. 30" x 56 1/4" x 21" |
2,000 |
2,115 |
| 30 |
ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN Swan chair with brown leather
upholstery on a cast aluminum swivel base. A few repairs to leather.
Unmarked. 31 3/4" x 29 1/4" x 27" |
800 |
1,058 |
| 31 |
HANS WEGNER for GETAMA two-piece chaise lounge with adjustable,
fold-down back that converts to a daybed, and green fabric-covered spring
seat supports with cushions upholstered in blue wool. Unmarked. 31 1/2" x
29 1/2" x 72 1/2" |
2,000 |
2,585 |
| 32 |
Fine and unusual HANS WEGNER for JOHANNES HANSEN small teak cabinet
with black laminate top over four shelves and four drawers with horizontal
aluminum pulls, on tapering dowel legs. Branded mark. 22 1/2" x 29 3/4" x
17 1/2" |
1,200 |
1,880 |
| 33 |
FINN JUHL walnut sideboard with two sliding doors and five drawers
with brass knob pulls, on dowel-leg frame. Stenciled numbers. 30 1/4" x
66" x 19" |
1,200 |
1,528 |
| 34 |
ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN coffee table with circular rosewood
veneer top on aluminum star-shaped pedestal base. A few small areas of
finish wear. Unmarked. 19 1/2" x 35" dia. |
800 |
470 |
| 35 |
GRETE JALK teak chair with laminated bentwood seat and back on sled
base, with light green woven and tufted fabric cushions. Unmarked. 34 3/4"
x 24" x 27 1/2" |
800 |
1,528 |
| 36 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK MODERN four-door sideboard covered in
green-marbled tooled leather with large brass ring pulls and
diamond-pattern to door fronts, its chartreuse interior with drawers and
shelves, on an angular platform base. (From Florida estate of the original
owner, who purchased it in 1951 for $790.00. Accompanied by copy of
original sales receipt). Charak Modern shipping tag. 32 3/4" x 64 1/2" x
17" |
3,000 |
5,875 |
| 37 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER drop-front cube cabinet in coral enamel with
single interior drawer, brass hardware and studs to front and sides, on a
brown lacquered base. (An excellent Parzinger design). Some minor crazing.
Unmarked. 17 1/4" x 20" x 16" |
2,000 |
4,406 |
| 38 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK MODERN two-piece breakfront, the
illuminated top portion with three etched glass doors and mirrored
interior with shelves, the bottom portion with three inlaid door fronts
and large circular pulls with etched brass centers, concealing interior
drawers and shelves. (From Florida estate of the original owner, who
purchased it in 1951 for $1125.00. Accompanied by copy of original sales
receipt). Small veneer chip to bottom. Stenciled "Charak Modern". 75" x 60
1/2" x 15 1/2" |
2,000 |
5,288 |
| 39 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK MODERN four-drawer chest with
green-marbled, tooled leather drawer fronts and large circular pulls with
etched brass centers, on a Chinese-style base. (From Florida estate of the
original owner, who purchased it in 1951 for $370.00. Accompanied by copy
of original sales receipt). Some minor veneer loss along one back edge.
Branded "Charak Modern". 34" x 44" x 19" |
2,000 |
3,290 |
| 40 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK MODERN lamp table, its drum top
covered in tooled green leather with single drawer and leather tab pull,
over lower shelf. Branded mark. 28 1/2" x 28 1/2" |
1,500 |
2,585 |
| 41 |
TOMMI PARZINGER ivory lacquered buffet with four doors concealing
single drawer and three adjustable shelves, with large brass ring pulls
and brass studs applied to front and sides, on black enameled trestle
base. Some fading and chipping to lacquer. Branded "Parzinger Original".
32" x 67" x 18 1/4" |
3,000 |
8,225 |
| 42 |
TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK mahogany display table with gallery top
over open shelf, and single drawer with brass floriform pulls. Branded
"Charak Modern". 26 1/2" x 36 1/4" x 17 1/4" |
600 |
588 |
| 43 |
TOMMI PARZINGER wrought-iron and black enameled metal floor lamp with
four candlestick fixtures mounted on X-base with splayed feet. Unmarked.
74 1/2" x 23 1/4" |
1,500 |
1,645 |
| 44 |
TOMMI PARZINGER floor/table lamp with two sockets, octagonal silk
shade, and dark-stained wood base with flaring shaft and square shelf. A
few tears/small stains to shade. Stamped "Parzinger Originals". 63" x
18" |
600 |
3,055 |
| 47 |
Rare and unusual JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. extension dining table
attributed to PAUL FRANKL, with oval faux-marble top and brass trim on
apron, fluted column pedestal enameled in cream and gold, and cast brass
Chinese-style X-base. Includes two 14" leaves. Unmarked. Closed: 29 1/4" x
71" x 47 1/2" |
1,500 |
2,350 |
| 48 |
Ten fine and unusual JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. dining chairs in the
Neoclassic taste, attributed to PAUL FRANKL, each with cream-colored
enameled wood frame, pierced vase-shaped backsplat with applied and gilded
floral medallion, and black leather-upholstered seat with brass trim. (Two
shown). Unmarked. 33 3/4" x 21 1/4" x 18 1/4" |
1,500 |
1,058 |
| 50 |
Unusual cabinet in the style of Tommi Parzinger, with enameled teal
case, three drawers and two cabinets each with single shelf, and large
brass ring pulls with square backplates, on dark-stained trestle base.
Fading and stain to top. Unmarked. 34" x 65 3/4" x 20" |
900 |
2,233 |
| 51 |
Pair of fine JOHN WIDDICOMB bombe nightstands, each with black lacquer
finish and two drawers with bright brass hardware, on square base. Branded
mark. 23 1/4" x 18" sq. |
2,000 |
2,468 |
| 52 |
Fine TOMMI PARZINGER for CHARAK MODERN extension dining table with
contrasting finish and inlaid diamond pattern to top, on tapering reeded
legs with brass-capped feet. (From Florida estate of the original owner,
who purchased it in 1951 for $625.00. Accompanied by copy of the original
sales receipt). Includes rack of two 17" leaves. Branded "Charak Modern".
Closed: 29 3/4" x 68" x 38" |
1,200 |
5,288 |
| 53 |
Fine and exceptionally large RICHARD DeVORE stoneware oval vase with
asymmetrical rim and melt fissures near base, covered in brown matte
glaze. Unmarked. 16" x 13" |
4,500 |
4,700 |
| 54 |
Exceptional DANIEL RHODES earthenware sculpture of a man's head with
patches on his eyes and around his head. Unmarked. 17" x 16" x 22" |
3,000 |
3,408 |
| 55 |
Fine and large PETER VOULKOS stoneware charger, 1995, with torn,
carved, and applied pieces in dark brown clay. In glaze, "Voulkos 95". 5"
x 21 1/4" dia. |
17,500 |
21,150 |
| 56 |
Rare NATZLER miniature vessel covered in yellow, brown and charcoal
mottled glaze. "N", in ink. 1 1/8" x 7/8" |
800 |
940 |
| 57 |
Rare NATZLER miniature bowl covered in an ivory and charcoal mottled
glaze. "N", in ink. 3/4" x 1 1/2" |
800 |
999 |
| 58 |
Rare NATZLER miniature vessel, its exterior covered in green and brown
flambe glaze with oxblood flashes near base, its interior in blue-green.
Natzler, in ink. 1 1/8" x 1 3//4" |
800 |
1,116 |
| 59 |
Fine and large TOSHIKO TAKAEZU ovoid floor vase with horizontal ridges
covered in striated dark brown and amber matte glaze. Professional
restoration to two hairlines. Incised TT. 27" x 11" |
2,000 |
2,820 |
| 61 |
Large PETER VOULKOS stoneware bulbous vessel with small opening,
covered in brown and oatmeal speckled glaze. Incised "Voulkos". 11 1/4" x
8 3/4" |
2,400 |
3,173 |
| 62 |
Two fine GAMBONE bowls decorated with abstract figures: one in
aubergine and yellow, the other in aubergine and green, both on a white
ground. Both marked "Gambone/Italy", with pony. Each approx. 2 1/4" x 9
1/4" |
1,500 |
2,115 |
| 63 |
Fine and large GAMBONE bottle-shaped vessel with corseted base,
decorated with pastel-colored rectangles on ivory ground. Marked
"Gambone/Italy". 21 3/4" x 14 1/4" |
1,800 |
2,703 |
| 65 |
Please note that a few pieces in the following eight lots of BEATRICE
WOOD tableware have some occasional small chips and hairlines. Please
contact us should you be interested in a detailed condition report: Six
BEATRICE WOOD dinner plates covered in lavender and light yellow
semi-matte glaze. Three signed "Beato". 12 1/4" dia. |
1,200 |
764 |
| 66 |
Five BEATRICE WOOD cylindrical shot glasses covered in lavender and
light yellow semi-matte glaze. All signed "Beato". 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" |
600 |
441 |
| 67 |
Three BEATRICE WOOD pieces: shallow planter with mottled and speckled
dark blue glaze to exterior; and two trivets: one in yellow, the other
lavender. (Trivets are a very rare Beato form). One trivet marked "Beato".
Dia.: 6 3/4" and 5 3/4" |
600 |
353 |
| 68 |
Six BEATRICE WOOD pieces comprising two large mugs, two sugar bowls,
and two creamers, each with mottled and speckled dark blue exterior, and
lavender interior. All marked "Beato". 3 1/2" x 5 3/4", 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"
and 2 1/4" x 4 1/2" |
900 |
529 |
| 69 |
BEATRICE WOOD coffee pot and tea pot, each covered in mottled and
speckled dark blue glaze, with loop handle. Tea pot missing its lid. One
marked "Beato". 5 1/2" x 9" and 4 1/2" x 8 3/4" |
800 |
499 |
| 70 |
Nine BEATRICE WOOD folded dishes in assorted sizes, all covered in
lavender and light yellow semi-matte glaze. All marked "Beato". Largest:
7" x 6", smallest: 5 1/4" x 4 3/4" |
1,200 |
1,645 |
| 71 |
Six BEATRICE WOOD pieces comprising a shallow bowl and five dishes in
assorted sizes, each with mottled and speckled dark blue exterior, and
lavender interior. All marked "Beato". Bowl: 6" dia., dishes: 7 1/4" - 9"
dia. |
900 |
1,645 |
| 72 |
Five BEATRICE WOOD luncheon plates covered in lavender and light
yellow semi-matte glaze. All marked "Beato". 8" dia. |
600 |
764 |
| 74 |
Fine and large JEFFREY SEATON Redwood burl covered box, 1981, with
suede lining to its three compartments, and to base. (Seaton is a
contemporary California artisan who specializes in one-of-a-kind pieces
made from rare and exotic woods, and his works are part of MOMA's
permanent collection). Some missing/broken pieces, in as-found condition.
Inscribed "Seaton 1981". 3 3/4" x 20 1/2" |
400 |
999 |
| 75 |
Fine and large PRESTINI turned mahogany three-section snack tray.
Stamped Prestini. (James Prestini defined modern design in woodturning
with the "pure forms" he made from 1933-1953.) 18" dia. |
1,200 |
2,115 |
| 76 |
JEFFREY SEATON Manzanitaa burl card holder. Unmarked. 4 3/4" x 4
1/4" |
200 |
206 |
| 77 |
Fine JEFFREY SEATON Manzanitaa burl covered box, 1981, with
suede-lined compartment and base. Inscribed "Seaton 1981". 4 1/2" x 11" |
300 |
940 |
| 78 |
GINO SARFATTI for ARTELUCE "Triennale" floor lamp with three pivoting
chrome arms with black leather-wrapped handles and white enameled conical
shades, on circular marble base. A few missing screws. Umarked. Approx.
56" x 43" |
1,500 |
4,406 |
| 79 |
Chrome floor lamp with single pivoting arm, white enameled conical
shade and handle. Unmarked. Base: 58" h, arm: 57 1/2" l |
400 |
1,058 |
| 80 |
Pair of exceptional WENDELL CASTLE laminated walnut sculpture-front
doors, 1976, each with sinuous organic design encasing a smoked mirror
panel, with brass hardware, hinges, and zebrawood backing. Custom
installation required. One signed "WC 76". Each door: 98 3/4" x 29 3/4" |
26,000 |
18,581 |
| 83 |
RICHARD SCOTT NEWMAN "Hi-Lo" coffee table, c. 1976, with bevel-edged
oval glass top mounted on an organic chip-carved tree trunk base with
internal mechanism for adjusting height. A few chips to glass. Unmarked.
Minimum height: 16 3/4", max height: 26" x 60" x 36" |
4,000 |
1,293 |
| 84 |
Fine and large WENDELL CASTLE laminated walnut executive desk, 1976,
with two shallow drawers in the center flanked by two pivoting consoles
with black-leather interior, one equipped with a SONY television set and
two drawers, the other equipped with a telephone, digital clock, and
control panels for lights, drapes, and doors, with single drawer. Signed
"W.C./76. 29" x 103 1/2" x 48 1/2" |
26,000 |
21,150 |
| 85 |
Walnut and rosewood bench, c. 1976, with zinc interior and 3/4-length
lift-top with cushion upholstered in oatmeal-colored fabric. Unmarked. 17
1/2" x 70" x 21" |
3,000 |
2,585 |
| 86 |
Walnut and rosewood bench, c. 1976, en suite with preceding. Unmarked.
17 1/2" x 70" x 21" |
3,000 |
2,585 |
| 87 |
RICHARD SCOTT NEWMAN walnut and rosewood veneer stereo cabinet, c.
1976, of biomorphic form with two compartments and four interior shelves.
Unmarked. 36" x 69 1/4" x 22 1/2" |
4,000 |
1,998 |
| 88 |
Fine RICHARD SCOTT NEWMAN walnut and rosewood coffee table, c. 1976,
with circular overhanging top. Unmarked. 14 1/2" x 43 1/2" |
3,000 |
1,175 |
| 89 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid coffee table with free-form,
free-edge top with fissure and three slender rosewood butterfly keys.
Unmarked. 13 1/4" x 79" x 34" |
16,000 |
38,188 |
| 90 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut armless rocker, 1976, with hickory spindles
and saddle seat. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Signed
George Nakashima/Sept. 1976, also "Studio-Rocker". 32 1/2" x 18 1/2" x
29" |
2,000 |
4,406 |
| 92 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Greenrock ottoman, 1977, with through-tenons
and embroidered fabric cushion, on cross-base. (From the original owner,
accompanied by copy of original invoice from Nakashima Studio. Provenance
available). Unmarked. 13 3/4" x 21" sq. |
2,000 |
3,173 |
| 93 |
Fine custom-designed GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut curio cabinet, 1977, with
dovetailed case and two glass-paned doors over a two-door cabinet, with
burl handles and four interior shelves. (From the original owner,
accompanied by a copy of the original invoice from Nakashima Studio.
Provenance available). Unmarked. 48" x 24" x 14 1/4" |
5,000 |
7,638 |
| 94 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid Bench with Back, with
hand-hewn spindles and free-edge crotch-figured plank seat, on tapering
dowel legs. (Provenance available). Marked "General Office" on base. 30" x
92 1/4" x 38" |
20,000 |
22,325 |
| 95 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut cabinet with dovetailed case and
free-edge top, three grilled sliding doors, and three interior
compartments fitted with dividers and shelves. (A rare Nakashima form).
(From the original owner. Provenance available). 24" x 84" x 20" |
8,000 |
21,150 |
| 96 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA Kent Hall lamp with exceptional free-form walnut
base, its cylindrical shade with holly rings, and new liner. (From the
original owner. Provenance available). 58 1/2" x 16 1/2" |
7,000 |
9,400 |
| 98 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut double-pedestal desk with raised
free-edge top and six drawers, four with recessed rectangular pulls,
accompanied by a spindle-back armchair with saddle seat. (From the
original owner. Provenance available). Desk is unmarked, chair marked with
owner's name. 29" x 60" x 30 1/4" and 28 1/2" x 23 3/4" x 19" |
4,000 |
8,813 |
| 99 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut and rosewood Kornblut cabinet
with dovetail construction, paneled front and back, burl door pull, and
adjustable interior shelf, on cross-base. (From the original owner.
Provenance available). Unmarked. 21 3/4" x 19 1/2" x 19 1/2" |
16,000 |
12,925 |
| 100 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Kornbult cabinet, 1985, with
dovetailed case, two paneled doors with burl handle, and interior shelf.
Signed "George Nakashima/Oct. 17, 1985" on bottom of shelf, also marked
"Studio" on bottom of case. 22" x 18" x 20 1/2" |
16,000 |
14,100 |
| 101 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut three-seat armless sofa with slatted back and
loose cushions upholstered in oatmeal, khaki, and dark blue fabric (back
cushions not shown). Minor wear to upholstery. Unmarked. 30 1/4" x 72" x
30 3/4" |
3,000 |
4,113 |
| 102 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut platform bed, double-size, with pegged
construction and exposed side tenons. (From the original owner. Provenance
available). Unmarked. 10" x 54" x 75 1/2" |
2,500 |
3,819 |
| 103 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut daybed with plank support and through-tenon
joinery at corners, on tapering oval legs. (From the original owner.
Provenance available). Marked with owner's name on bottom. 10 1/2" x 30" x
74 1/4" |
1,500 |
2,938 |
| 104 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut desk lamp with double-shaft on flat burl base,
and cylindrical parchment shade with holly rings. (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 19 1/2" x 9 3/4" |
3,000 |
3,525 |
| 105 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA floor lamp, 1987, with interesting free-form
walnut base and parchment-lined cylindrical shade with holly rings. (From
the original owner. Provenance available). Signed George Nakashima/April
13, 1987, with owner's name. 59" x 18 3/4" x 13 1/4" |
8,000 |
7,638 |
| 107 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut four-drawer chest with shallow blind drawer
over three larger ones with recessed rectangular pulls. (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 29 3/4" x 36" x 20" |
4,000 |
5,288 |
| 108 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut open bookcase, 1977, with dovetail
construction and two adjustable shelves. (From the original owner,
accompanied by copy of original invoice from Nakashima Studio. Provenance
available). Marked with owner's name on back. 36" x 40" x 12" |
3,000 |
2,820 |
| 109 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut open bookcase, 1977, with dovetail
construction and two adjustable shelves. (From the original owner,
accompanied by copy of original invoice from Nakashima Studio. Provenance
available). Unmarked. 48" x 48" x 9 3/4" |
3,000 |
2,820 |
| 110 |
Fine and unusual GEORGE NAKASHIMA desk, possibly custom-designed, with
free-edge walnut top mounted between two open bookcases, each with
dovetail construction and two adjustable shelves. (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Desk top marked with owner's name on
underside. 46 1/4" x 144" x 21 1/4" |
4,000 |
4,406 |
| 111 |
MIRA NAKASHIMA walnut coffee table, 1999, with rectangular top with
one free-edge, on Minguren base. Signed with owner's name on bottom. 15
1/4" x 47 1/2" x 29 1/4" |
2,500 |
1,880 |
| 112 |
Six fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR dining side chairs, each with broad
walnut backslat on ebonized frame, with brass side stretchers and cushion
upholstered in orange, yellow and green striped fabric. (Two shown). Brass
Dunbar tags. 33 1/4" x 19 3/4" x 21 1/2" |
2,000 |
4,113 |
| 113 |
Fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR extension dining table with ebonized
finish and inset walnut veneer panel to top, complete with 2 - 24" leaves
in storage rack, and extra support leg for use when table is
fully-extended. In pristine condition. Brass Dunbar tag. Closed: 29 1/2" x
66 1/4" x 44 1/4" |
1,500 |
3,525 |
| 114 |
Fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR ebonized buffet with three drawers over
three sliding doors with brass and woven walnut slats, concealing a total
of six interior drawers and two shelves, on leather-wrapped plinth base.
In pristine condition. Brass Dunbar and paper factory tags. 32" x 61 1/2"
x 18 1/4" |
3,000 |
4,113 |
| 115 |
EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR side table with original circular plate
glass top on ribbon-like polished steel base. Unmarked. 27 1/2" x 40"
dia. |
1,000 |
1,175 |
| 117 |
Two DUNBAR four-tiered shelving units of white enameled wood cut in
optical configurations, each with four glass shelves. 79" x 20" |
2,000 |
4,994 |
| 118 |
Four fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR armchairs, each with round tufted
back and curved seat upholstered in bright yellow silk, on ebonized frame
with faceted legs. (Two shown). Overall very good condition. Brass "D"
tags. 33" x 27" x 22 1/2" |
1,400 |
2,703 |
| 119 |
WARREN McARTHUR lounge chair and ottoman, each with tubular aluminum
frame and orange canvas upholstery. Overall wear. Warren McArthur labels.
Chair: 32 3/4" x 27 1/4" x 34 1/2", ottoman: 14 1/2" x 22" sq. |
1,500 |
4,700 |
| 120 |
WARREN McARTHUR lounge chair with tubular aluminum frame and channeled
green canvas sling seat cover. Small tear to fabric. Warren McArthur
label. 31 3/4" x 26 1/2" x 35 1/2" |
1,500 |
4,406 |
| 121 |
WARREN McARTHUR stool with tubular aluminum base and black
vinyl-upholstered seat embossed with flowers. Warren McArthur label. 30" x
14 3/4" |
900 |
1,998 |
| 122 |
Fine GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER Paldao coffee table with
kidney-shaped Acacia burl top on leatherette-wrapped curved plank support
and tapering front leg. Stenciled 4189. 15 1/4" x 41" x 26" |
1,200 |
3,290 |
| 123 |
Two GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER rosewood and bird's eye maple
veneer four-drawer chests, each with overhanging, off-center horizontal
pulls. Some light scratches and minor veneer chips. Stenciled 3626 and
3627. 36" x 43" x 19" |
1,500 |
4,406 |
| 124 |
PAUL FRANKL for JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. two-piece china cabinet, the top
with two sliding glass doors and laminated cork trim, the base with
laminated cork top, six drawers and two cabinet doors with brass X-pulls.
Refinished, missing shelves. Branded mark and stenciled numbers. 72" x 48"
x 23" |
900 |
940 |
| 125 |
Fine Art Deco sideboard of exotic wood veneers, its center cabinet
with two doors concealing four interior drawers with drop pulls, flanked
on either side by single cabinet with interior shelves. Unmarked. 38 1/4"
x 84 1/2" x 23 1/2" |
2,000 |
1,175 |
| 127 |
Fine Art Deco extension dining table of exotic wood veneers with
inlaid oval band to rectangular top, on double-pedestal base. Includes one
17 1/2" leave. Unmarked. Closed: 30 3/4" x 80" x 45" |
1,500 |
881 |
| 129 |
Fine GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER tall chest with inlaid bands to
case and five graduated drawers with spherical amber bakelite pulls, on
tubular polished chrome base. Herman Miller metal tag, original factory
order tag, and stenciled 3323. 46" x 33" x 19 1/2" |
2,500 |
5,581 |
| 130 |
Fine GILBERT ROHDE side table with semi-circular frame, circular glass
shelf and base. Herman Miller metal tag, stenciled 3323. 21 1/4" x 14
1/2" |
1,200 |
2,820 |
| 131 |
Fine GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER vanity with rectangular mirror
flanked by inlaid, drum-shaped pedestals with a total of three drawers and
spherical amber bakelite pulls, on tubular polished chrome frame. Herman
Miller metal tag. 66 1/4" x 51 1/2" x 15 3/4" |
1,600 |
9,400 |
| 132 |
Two fine GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER twin beds, each with inlaid
bands to head- and footboard, and two tubular metal feet. (One shown).
Herman Miller metal tag and stenciled numbers. 32 1/4" x 40 3/4" x 79
1/2" |
1,400 |
4,113 |
| 133 |
DONALD DESKEY for VALENTINE-SEAVER CO. four-piece bedroom suite
comprising a three-drawer dresser, three-drawer vanity with lighted mirror
(missing one fixture), single-drawer end table, and full-size bed, all in
ivory and dark green enamel. Metal tag. Headboard: 35 1/4" x 57 1/4",
chest: 36" x 42 1/2" x 20 3/4" |
2,000 |
1,175 |
| 134 |
LOUIS SOGNOT tubular chromed metal armchair, c. 1930, with back and
drop-in seat cushion upholstered in moss green fabric. Unmarked. 28 1/2" x
20 1/4" x 22" |
1,600 |
1,763 |
| 135 |
Pair of French Art Deco club chairs upholstered in original brown
leather with black trim. Some tears and crackling to leather. Unmarked.
33" x 30" x 37" |
2,000 |
1,763 |
| 136 |
Enameled iron chaise lounge with scrolled arms, wire mesh seat and
adjustable fold-down back, with pierced quatrefoils along crestrail. Some
minor pitting. Unmarked. 38 1/4" x 24 1/2" x 59 1/4" |
600 |
529 |
| 137 |
WALTER DORWIN TEAGUE for POLAROID CORP. Executive desk lamp with brown
bakelite base and hooded shade, on a conical brushed aluminum shaft.
Unmarked. 12 3/4" x 11 1/4" |
800 |
1,175 |
| 138 |
Double-sink with two stainless steel basins and serpentine center, its
wood frame covered in sheet aluminum with channeled surfaces to either
side. Unmarked. 9 3/4" x 80 1/2" x 24" |
4,000 |
2,938 |
| 139 |
Fine MUELLER-FRERES pendant chandelier with five frosted glass shades
with mottled orange, purple, and green accents, on hand-hammered iron
frame mounted with stylized flowers. Marked. 33" x 29 1/2" |
1,500 |
881 |
| 140 |
Fine MUELLER-FRERES pendant chandelier with scrolled hand-hammered
iron frame and four glass shades in orange and cobalt. Marked. 22 3/4" x
24" |
900 |
588 |
| 141 |
MARIA PERGAY polished and brushed chrome cylindrical floor lamp,
mid-1970s, with two sockets and circular cut-out center with brass-plated
cow skull mounted to the interior. Unmarked. 80" x 17" x 15 1/2" |
3,000 |
9,400 |
| 142 |
MARIA PERGAY polished and brushed chrome cylindrical floor lamp, en
suite with preceding. Unmarked. 80" x 17" x 15 1/2" |
3,000 |
9,400 |
| 143 |
Large stainless steel abstract sculpture, 1979, comprised of welded
biomorphic forms with brushed and drummeled finish, on rectangular base.
Signed A.A./1979. 106 1/2" x 41 1/4" |
1,200 |
5,875 |
| 144 |
KARL HAGENAUER chrome table mirror with two stylized female nudes
supporting a rectangular panel. Stamped Hagenauer Wien/WHW/KARL. 10 3/4" x
14 1/4" x 2 1/2" |
600 |
1,293 |
| 146 |
HAGENAUER brass sculpture of a kneeling figure in profile. Stamped
WHW/Hagenauer Wien. 10 1/4" x 8 3/4" x 2 3/4" |
800 |
823 |
| 147 |
HAGENAUER chrome tabletop mirror with figure of stylized female nude,
kneeling. Stamped WHW/Hagenauer Wien/Made in Austria. 11 3/4 x 6 3/4" |
800 |
1,175 |
| 149 |
Fine and large HAGENAUER polished chrome sculpture of a woman's head
in profile with stylized features and locks of hair, wearing a beaded
choker and mounted on a flat rectangular base. Stamped WHW/Hagenauer
Wien/Made in Austria. 21" x 17" |
2,500 |
5,288 |
| 150 |
Fine and large HAGENAUER polished chrome sculpture of a man's head in
profile with stylized features and locks of hair, mounted on a flat
rectangular base. Stamped WHW/Hagenauer Wien/Made in Austria. 21" x 16
3/4" |
2,500 |
7,050 |
| 151 |
Unusual HAGENAUER Madonna and child figure in brass with wire halos
and peach, blue, and red acrylic resin details. A few short, shallow lines
to resin. Stamped "WHW/Made in Austria/Handmade/Hagenauer Wien". 13 1/4" x
3" sq. |
400 |
382 |
| 152A |
HAGENAUER chrome hand mirror with geometric design to pierced handle.
Stamped WHW/Made in Austria/Hagenauer/Wien". 12 1/4" x 5 3/4" |
400 |
588 |
| 153 |
HAGENAUER bronze sculpture of a warrior with shield and spear, and
remnant of grass skirt. Stamped mark. 6" x 6 1/2" |
200 |
588 |
| 155 |
Pair of HAGENAUER brass four-branch candelabras on circular base.
Stamped WHW/Atelier Hagenauer Wien, one also marked "Made in Germany". 11
3/4" x 12 3/4" |
1,200 |
1,058 |
| 157 |
ROBERT NATKIN (American, b. 1930) abstract oil on canvas, 1981,
untitled. Framed under glass, signed and dated, lower right. Sight: 33
1/2" x 33 1/4" |
800 |
3,525 |
| 158 |
RAYMOND JONSON (American, 1891-1982) polymer on masonite, 1958, titled
"Polymer No. 24-1958, abstract. (Ex.: Permanent collection of the Boise
Art Association, Boise Gallery of Art, Idaho). Framed, signed and titled
with date on reverse. Sight: 29 1/2" x 17 1/2" |
700 |
1,116 |
| 159 |
RAYMOND JONSON oil on masonite, 1955, titled "Oil No. 3-1955,
abstract. (Ex.: Collection of the Boise Art Association, Boise Gallery of
Art, Idaho). Framed under glass, signed and titled with date on reverse.
Sight: 17 1/2" x 23 1/4" |
700 |
764 |
| 161 |
ERLE LORAN (American, 1905-1999) oil on masonite titled "Black
Genesis", abstract. (Included in the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
148th Annual Exhibition of American Painting and Sculpture,
1/25-3/1/1953). Framed and signed, lower right, titled on verso of frame).
Sight: 47 1/2" x 23 1/2" |
800 |
2,585 |
| 162 |
ERLE LORAN oil on canvas titled "Realm of Nature", 1952, abstract.
(Included in the 1952 Annual of Contemporary Painting held at The Whitney
Museum of American Art, New York, 11/6/1952-1/4/1953). Framed, signed and
dated lower left, Signed and titled on label, verso). Sight: 51 1/2" x 19
1/2" |
800 |
2,115 |
| 163 |
HARRY BERTOIA silicon bronze tear-shaped gong, c. 1976, with verdigris
patina to one side. (Provenance available). Unmarked. 15 1/2" x 9" |
3,250 |
3,819 |
| 164 |
Fine HARRY BERTOIA stainless steel rod sculpture, "Wheat", with
twisted bundle mounted on a square solid brass base. (Authenticated by a
long-time associate of Harry Bertoia's). Unmarked. 24" h |
3,000 |
10,575 |
| 167 |
HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, abstract cuneiform figures in
black and umber ink, unframed. (Gift from the artist). Signed HB in pencil
lower left/D on lower right. Image 7 1/2" x 25 1/4" |
1,400 |
1,293 |
| 168 |
HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, abstract flowing linear staves
in black and umber ink, unframed. (Gift from the artist). Signed HB in
pencil lower left/41S on lower right. Image 7 1/2" x 25 3/4" |
1,400 |
1,293 |
| 169 |
HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, linear abstract composition in
magenta and blue ink on a granular ground. Numbered 18 or 81 in margin.
Image: 6" x 7 3/4" |
600 |
646 |
| 170 |
Rare HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, with wavy lines and
free-floating saucer- and star-shaped forms in black, blue and maroon ink.
Mounted on paper, numbered 82a and signed H.B. on reverse. Image: 5 3/4" x
9 3/4" |
900 |
1,175 |
| 171 |
HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, abstract composition with
free-floating forms in black ink. Numbered 102. Image: 5 3/4" x 7 3/4" |
600 |
646 |
| 172 |
Large, rare, early HARRY BERTOIA monographic on Japanese rice paper,
1942, a geometric abstraction with cinched forms in green, magenta,
charcoal and yellow, mounted in a solid walnut LEROY KLINE frame. (The
color yellow is rarely seen in Bertoia monoprints). Unsigned. Sight: 23
1/2" x 38 1/2" |
4,000 |
7,050 |
| 173 |
HARRY BERTOIA monoprint on rice paper, abstract composition with
free-floating forms in blue ink. 1/8" tear to paper along one edge.
Numbered 49 on front, 134 on back. Image: 6" x 7 3/4" |
600 |
558 |
| 174 |
JEAN MIRO lithograph, "Chien", fashioned with centerfold to serve as a
personal invitation to his pet dog's birthday party. Laid down on poster
board, Matted and framed, under glass. Handwritten label on verso. Sight:
4 1/4" x 11 1/4" |
600 |
1,175 |
| 175 |
Fine ERCOLE BAROVIER for BAROVIER E TOSO "Ambrato" tear-shaped vase of
swirling amber, yellow, and green glass, mid-1950s. Unmarked. 9 1/2" x 5
1/2" |
2,000 |
2,233 |
| 179 |
Fine and large EVA ENGLUND for ORREFORS Graal vase, "The Engagement",
1987, of mauve, cobalt and green glass with shimmering highlights.
(Englund joined Orrefors in 1974 and was trained there in the complex
Graal technique by Edward Hald. This piece was given by the artist to a
former Orrefors executive in honor of his engagement, and is possibly a
custom-designed piece). Acid-etched "Orrefors/9684 30/Eva
Englund/Graal/1987". 14 1/4" x 6 3/4" |
9,000 |
8,813 |
| 181 |
DAUM pate-de-verre abstract sculpture, 1970S, of frosted gray-blue
glass with tiny interior bubbles. Acid-etched "Daum/France", also
artist-signed and numbered 6/75. 9" x 14" x 11" |
300 |
558 |
| 182 |
WILHELM WAGENFIELD 29-piece heat-resistant glass tea service
manufactured by SCHOTT & GEN. JENAER GLASWERKE, 1930-34, comprising a
teapot with cover and infuser, ten cups, nine saucers and nine plates.
Molded and acid-etched factory marks. Teapot: 5 1/4" x 10 1/2" |
2,000 |
1,175 |
| 183 |
Lots 183 thru 190, 193, and 306 thru 313 are from the collection of
Dr. and Mrs. Sieberth S. Kety, Picayune, Mississippi. In the 1950s when
the Ketys were looking for a signature piece for their architect-designed
home, a friend in New Orleans introduced them to James Mont. After meeting
with Mont, a custom interior was designed for every room in the house. A
plan view of the installation signed by Mont, along with photocopies of
invoices for the pieces, are available. JAMES MONT table lamp with 26"
carved, distressed wood base, handwoven drum shade (a Mont signature
treatment) with brushed bronze finish. Unmarked. Total height 44" x 22"
shade dia. |
400 |
499 |
| 184 |
Pair of JAMES MONT table lamps, each with carved leaf base in gilt
finish, with matching shade. Some damage to shades. Unmarked. 27" x 18
1/4" |
600 |
2,233 |
| 185 |
Pair of JAMES MONT table lamps with carved and fluted urn base, silver
leaf finish with matching silver leaf drum shade. Some damage to shades.
Unmarked. Total height 36" x 17" shade dia. |
800 |
1,763 |
| 186 |
JAMES MONT wall-mounted lamp of pickled oak, with plank mount,
cantilevered arm, and 12" square trapezoidal shade. Unmarked. 36" x 22" |
600 |
705 |
| 187 |
JAMES MONT coffee table with radiating grain pattern to scalloped top,
on cross-base with finial and four trellised panels, covered in
greenish-gold finish. Some chips and minor finish wear. Unmarked. 15" x
57" x 25 1/2" |
1,200 |
705 |
| 188 |
JAMES MONT four-drawer cabinet with rubbed silver finish and diagonal
drawer pulls converging to form a "X", on pedestal base with carved poppy.
Branded "James Mont Design". 25 3/4" x 28" x 16 1/2" |
1,500 |
1,293 |
| 189 |
JAMES MONT four-drawer cabinet, en suite with preceding. Branded
"James Mont Design". 25 3/4" x 28" x 16 1/2" |
1,500 |
1,116 |
| 190 |
JAMES MONT ottoman with original channeled and tufted woven upholstery
in black and mauve, on a black lacquered Chinese-style base (some minor
losses). James Mont Design fabric label. 15 1/2" x 23" sq. |
600 |
2,233 |
| 191 |
Fine JAMES MONT dining table with exceptional white marble top set on
a silver-gilt, four-column pedestal base with caryatids. Unmarked. 27 3/4"
x 45" |
1,800 |
5,581 |
| 192 |
Four JAMES MONT dining side chairs, en suite with preceding, each with
silver-gilt finish and contoured back matching tabletop design of lot 191,
with porthole cut-out, upholstered in original silver fabric. Unmarked. 36
1/2" x 19 1/4" x 19 1/2" |
1,800 |
2,938 |
| 193 |
Fine JAMES MONT buffet with two elongated blind drawers and two open
compartments to center, a cabinet at either end with square Chinese-style
pull and interior shelf, covered in greenish-gold finish. Branded "James
Mont Design". 37 1/2" x 84" x 18 1/2" |
3,000 |
2,820 |
| 194 |
Brushed and enameled steel bed attributed to Maria Pergay, with
cylindrical posts equipped with night lights, pivoting nightstands, and
vanity, with tan leather headrests and cushions. (From an estate that
included signed furniture objects by Pergay). Unmarked. 46 1/2" x 105
(max.) x 91" |
2,000 |
9,988 |
| 195 |
Unusual English table/desk with semi-circular rosewood veneer top on a
flat steel base, with square 16 1/2" drop-leaf at either end. "Made in
England" paper label. Without leaves extended: 29" x 60" x 31" |
600 |
1,645 |
| 196 |
WARREN PLATNER for LEHIGH-LEOPOLD walnut veneer and polished chrome
executive desk with brown leather-covered top, and two drawers, on
pedestal base. Some veneer chips. Metal tag. 30" x 96" x 40" |
3,000 |
8,225 |
| 197 |
DISDEROT brass and enameled metal saucer-shaped wall sconce with
bracket. Signed. 14 1/2" x 13" dia. |
1,000 |
1,058 |
| 200 |
Fine JEAN ROYERE wall sconce with scalloped frame and five candlestick
fixtures with flared paper shades. (Illustrated on pages 44 and 46 of
"Jean Royere", catalog for exhibition held at the Galerie Jacques Lacoste,
Paris, May 25-July 2, 1999). Some broken weldes, 1" tear to one shade.
Unmarked. 23 1/2" x 28 1/4" |
5,000 |
5,288 |
| 201 |
Early CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER first-series ESU-400 with black
laminate shelves and drawer fronts, with enameled masonite panels to back
and sides, on angle iron frame. Overall wear. Early red/black/white Herman
Miller label. 55" x 47" x 17" |
6,000 |
5,581 |
| 202 |
Six early CHARLES EAMES for EVANS molded plywood DCWs with Calico Ash
veneer. A few replaced shock mounts. Marked with various labels, from the
early Evans "railroad" label to the Evans/Herman Miller transitional
label. 29 1/4" x 19 1/2" x 19 1/2" |
2,000 |
2,820 |
| 203 |
Five CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER "Soft Pad" armchairs, each with
black leather upholstery on aluminum swivel base with casters. (Two
shown). Herman Miller factory tags. 34 1/2" x 23" x 28" |
2,000 |
4,406 |
| 204 |
Five CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER "Soft Pad" armchairs, each with
black leather upholstery on aluminum swivel base with casters. (Two
shown). Herman Miller factory tags. 34 1/2" x 23" x 28" |
2,000 |
4,700 |
| 205 |
Early CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER ESU-200 with black laminate top,
three graduated drawers flanked by an open cubby, over two masonite
sliding doors concealing three pull-out trays on one side, with enameled
side panels. Light scratches to top. Unmarked. 32 1/4" x 47" x 17" |
2,000 |
8,813 |
| 206 |
Early CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER ESU-200 with black laminate top,
two sliding doors over single one concealing two pull-out shelves on one
side, flanked by an open cubby. Scratches to top, some chips/scratches to
enamel, sliding doors have been re-painted. Unmarked. 32 1/4" x 47" x 16
1/2" |
2,000 |
3,173 |
| 207 |
Prototype ISAMU NOGUCHI rocking stool with bevel-edged seat and base
on a black-enameled chrome wire shaft. Missing one J-connector. Unmarked.
10" x 14" (This rare prototypical rocking stool is from the personal
collection of Charles Niedringhaus, a former Knoll executive. Throughout
his long career with Knoll, Mr. Niedringhaus often acted as an artistic
liaison linking the inspired visions of designers such as Isamu Noguchi
with Knoll's engineers, draughtsmen, and marketing departments. This
confluence of art and business was fundamental to Knoll's identity and
success). |
6,000 |
11,163 |
| 208 |
Fine GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER Thin Edge credenza in walnut
veneer, with cabinet flanking two enameled sliding doors in cream
concealing a total of three interior shelves, on tapering aluminum legs.
Unmarked. 33 1/4" x 67 1/4" x 12" |
1,500 |
4,406 |
| 209 |
Fine GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER walnut veneer coffee table with
rectangular white laminate top on angular chrome-plated steel base with
stretcher. Herman Miller foil label. 14 3/4" x 48" x 27" |
2,000 |
1,763 |
| 210 |
Pair of GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER two-tiered end tables in
walnut veneer, each with single blind drawer with two compartments over
concealed white laminate shelf, on angular frame. A few light scratches
and water stains. One stenciled 5765. 18" x 30 1/2" x 18" |
1,500 |
3,525 |
| 211 |
POUL KJAERHOLM for CHRISTIANSEN coffee table, 1955, with square
bevel-edged plate glass top on a chrome-plated base. Marked on base. 13
1/2" x 31" sq. |
4,000 |
3,819 |
| 212 |
CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER ESU-400 with four sliding dimpled
plywood doors, three open shelves and three drawers with black laminate
surfaces, and enameled side and back panels. Remnant of red/white Herman
Miller label. 58 1/2" x 47" x 17" |
10,000 |
10,575 |
| 213 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER Thin Edge chest with four drawers of
graduated size, and circular brushed chrome pulls on tapering legs.
Circular tag. 33 1/4" x 34" x 19 1/4" |
2,000 |
4,406 |
| 214 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER Thin Edge chest, en suite with
preceding. Circular tag. 33 1/4" x 34" x 19 1/4" |
2,000 |
4,700 |
| 215 |
VLADIMIR KAGAN tri-symmetric occasional table with kidney-shaped
frosted glass top on a sculpted walnut base. Unmarked. 14 1/2" x 49" x 31
1/2" |
800 |
1,528 |
| 217 |
Unusual VLADIMIR KAGAN Cubist-style armchair, 1967, on angular cherry
frame with seat and back cushions upholstered in burnt-orange vinyl.
Unmarked. 32" x 22 3/4" x 25 1/2" |
600 |
940 |
| 218 |
VLADIMIR KAGAN tri-symmetric side table with triangular glass top on
sculpted walnut base. Unmarked. 19" x 29 3/4" x 24" |
800 |
881 |
| 219 |
Fine and rare VLADIMIR KAGAN walnut-stained cherry rocker and ottoman
on biomorphic frames, each upholstered in fine burgundy leather. Ottoman
signed "Vladimir Kagan/1 of 6". Chair: 33 3/4" x 31 1/2" x 41", ottoman:
15" x 19 1/2" x 20 1/2" |
5,000 |
8,813 |
| 220 |
Exceptional VLADIMIR KAGAN biomorphic 150BC "Cloud" sofa from the
Classic collection, upholstered in RALPH LAUREN white leather on a
polished chrome base. Unmarked. 31 1/2" x 112" x 46" |
4,000 |
4,113 |
| 221 |
Fine VLADIMIR KAGAN 100B loveseat upholstered in green chenille on
four short flaring walnut legs. Metal tag, "Kagan/New York Collection". 35
1/2" x 58" x 22" |
3,500 |
7,050 |
| 222 |
Fine VLADIMIR KAGAN VK Chaise Lounge with single armrest,
fully-upholstered in plum ultra-suede on a sculpted steel base. Unmarked.
33 3/4" x 27 1/2" x 52 1/2" |
4,000 |
4,406 |
| 223 |
Exceptional VLADIMIR KAGAN vintage "Unicorn" sofa, newly-upholstered
in a superior grade of tufted seafoam green Italian leather on a
highly-sculptural steel base. Unmarked. 31" x 102" x 32" |
9,000 |
8,225 |
| 224 |
Massive Italian terra cotta vessel with hand-modeled form covered in a
thick, dripping acqua crackle glaze. Some losses to drips. Impressed "Made
in Italy", incised ZicioAnnini. 15" x 12" |
800 |
823 |
| 225 |
BOCH-FRERES lamp base enameled with stylized pattern in turquoise,
cobalt and yellow on a white crackled ground. Blue ink stamp/805. 12 3/4"
x 5 3/4" |
600 |
646 |
| 226 |
Fine KEEBLER KUNST German Art Deco terra cotta sculpture, c. 1930,
depicting a worker on horseback covered in matte crackled glazes. Y-shaped
firing line to back, a few touch-ups to horse's head. Blue shield mark.
16" x 16" |
2,000 |
1,880 |
| 228 |
Fine and large HENRY VARNUM POOR footed bowl, 1928, its exterior and
center decorated in sgraffito with an assortment of animals and birds in
aubergine, covered in ivory, brown and green mottled glazes. (A fine
example of Poor's work). Incised HVP/28, with label from Montross Gallery
in New York. 6 1/4" x 12" |
2,000 |
1,880 |
| 229 |
Fine and large NATZLER straight-walled vessel covered in an unusual
frosted white glaze with random emerald green speckling. Natzler, in ink.
6 1/2" x 7 1/4" |
3,500 |
5,875 |
| 231 |
PAUL BOGATAY slab-built tray, 1962, incised with antelopes and robed
figures brandishing bows and arrows, in matte earthen glazes. Incised
"Bogatay/62". 11" x 20" |
2,000 |
2,703 |
| 233 |
Large SCHEIER charger decorated in wax-resist with a large figure
embracing smaller ones, under mottled caramel and indigo dead-matte glaze.
Incised "Scheier". 15 3/4" dia. |
2,000 |
2,115 |
| 234 |
PABLO PICASSO for MADOURA baluster vase painted and incised with two
stylized owls in brown and black on a glossy white ground. 1/4" shallow
chip to base. Stamped and signed "Edition Picasso". 9 3/4" x 4" |
800 |
1,528 |
| 235 |
PABLO PICASSO for MADOURA squat pitcher painted with two faces in
brown on an ivory ground. Stamped and signed "Edition Picasso", also
marked "Madoura". 5 1/2" x 6 1/4" |
800 |
1,410 |
| 236 |
PABLO PICASSO for MADOURA fish pitcher with black and white painted
details, and oval handle. Professional restoration to handle. Stamped and
in ink, "Edition Picasso/Madoura". 5 1/2" x 9 1/4" |
1,500 |
1,528 |
| 237 |
GOLDSCHEIDER figural sculpture of a girl with buttterfly wing dress
and bass drum at her feet, in polychrome. A few minor nicks. Stamped ink
mark/Wien/Made in Austria/impressed 5282/192/12, artist's mark, and
Goldscheider foil label. 12" x 9" x 4 1/2" |
900 |
764 |
| 239 |
Large GOLDSCHEIDER ceramic sculpture by LATOUR, of Diana the Huntress
covered in polychrome glazes and mounted on a bow-front base. Several
small chips, overall. Stamped 4164/168/25, also signed "Latour". 23 1/4" x
19" |
800 |
705 |
| 242 |
Early LENCI bulbous ewer, artist signed, covered in an orange and
brown flambe glaze. Signed in ink Lenci/Elena Fatime/ Italia/1937. 17" x
11" dia. |
800 |
646 |
| 244 |
GOLDSCHEIDER figural sculpture of Borzoi hound in black and white.
Restoration to front legs and neck. Stamped ink mark/Wien/Made in
Austria/impressed 4687/306/11, artist's mark. 10" x 17 x 5 1/2" |
500 |
441 |
| 251 |
FRANZ HAGENAUER copper cylindrical coffee pot with brass spout,
angular handle with wood grip, and circular wood finial to lid. Stamped
FRANZ/Hagenauer Wien/WHW/Made in Austria. 8 3/4" x 8 1/2" |
400 |
441 |
| 253 |
KARL HAGENAUER chocolate pot and coffee pot in copper and brass, with
wood handles and finials. Each stamped KARL/WHW/Werstatten Hagenauer
Wien/Made in Austria, chocolate pot also marked XXIV. 7" and 6 1/2" h |
600 |
529 |
| 254 |
Large HAGENAUER brass tabletop mirror with beveled glass pane and
elongated stylized head with flowing hair, and pierced and applied
features. Stamped WHW/Hagenauer Wien/Made in Austria. 24 1/2" x 17" x 3
1/2" |
3,500 |
4,994 |
| 255 |
Early HAGENAUER carved olive wood wall mask of a sleeping sleeping,
with curly locks of copper wire hair. 1/4" blemish along edge of one
cheek. Stamped "WHW/Atelier Hagenauer Wien/Made in Vienna Austria", with
33/4289 in pencil. 9 1/4" x 7" |
1,200 |
2,233 |
| 256 |
FRANZ HAGNENAUER chrome table clock with sunburst pattern to face, its
base an outstretched hand. Stamped FRANZ/Hagenauer Wien/Made in
Austria/WHW. 12" x 6 3/4" |
2,500 |
4,113 |
| 257 |
Fine HAGENAUER brass boat with bronze figure of an Egyptian maiden,
kneeling. Stamped "Handmade/Hagenauer Wien/WHW/Made in Austria". 15" x 17
1/2" |
1,200 |
1,175 |
| 258 |
Fine PETER MICHAEL ADAMS bentwood laminated walnut "Keel Bench/Table
#2", of curvilinear form with central support. Accompanied by a framed
poster from the Penland School in North Carolina, where Adams was
artist-in-residence, featuring this piece and signed by the artist.
(Poster not shown). Bench signed "Adams". 19" x 63" x 23 3/4" |
2,500 |
6,463 |
| 259 |
Fine MICHAEL COFFEY walnut wave-shaped coffee table with cantilevered
base. Carved "M. Coffey". 17" x 47 1/2" x 23 1/2" |
2,500 |
5,288 |
| 261 |
Fine PHIL POWELL walnut and brass bar with overhanging free-edge top
partially covered in brown suede, the front and sides with vertical slats
and green caning, the back with three drawers over three cabinets with
green-painted bi-fold doors and interior shelves. Artist-signed. 39" x 106
3/4" x 27 1/2" |
1,200 |
9,400 |
| 262 |
PHIL POWELL laminated wood lamp base of conical form, with two
sockets. (Lamps and lighting were among Phil Powell's first commercial
woodworking ventures. Inspired by George Nakashima and Wharton Esherick,
Powell's work helped re-define the studio furniture landscape. This lamp
is an example of a very early Powell form). Repair to neck. Unmarked. 39"
x 6 1/2" |
1,200 |
2,233 |
| 263 |
Fine burl walnut coffee table with organically-shaped carved plank
top, on four faceted sabre legs. (A handsome piece, crafted by an
unidentified Vermont artisan). Unmarked. 16 1/4" x 36 1/2" x 17 1/4" |
600 |
1,175 |
| 267 |
Two fine MICHAEL COFFEY "Variations" wall-hanging shelves of
Mozambique and White Oak woods, each with sculpturally-carved front and
sides. Unmarked. 4" x 16" x 12" and 4" x 20" x 12" |
1,400 |
1,175 |
| 268 |
Extremely fine MICHAEL COFFEY "Illusions" stereo cabinet of Kevazinga
veneer, with two doors concealing adjustable shelves and an accessory
drawer, on a curling black-lacquered wood pedestal base. (Following the
European trompe l'oeil tradition, this cabinet appears to be two
side-by-side units from the outside but reveals itself as a single entity
when opened). Signed "M. Coffey". 77" x 24" x 24" |
6,000 |
7,050 |
| 269 |
Fine and rare WENDELL CASTLE laminated walnut armchair, 1978, its seat
frame with high channeled back upholstered in brown leather, on a
cantilevered base with exposed joinery. Some light scratches to leather.
Signed W. Castle/78. 36 1/2" x 25 1/4" x 29 1/2" |
40,000 |
29,375 |
| 270 |
Fine and rare WENDELL CASTLE laminated walnut "Crescent" armrocker,
1978, its seat frame with high chanelled back upholstered in brown
leather, on a wishbone base with exposed joinery. Some light scratches to
leather. Signed W. Castle/78. 34 1/2" x 25 1/2" x 39 1/2" |
40,000 |
29,375 |
| 271 |
WENDELL CASTLE laminted walnut occasional table, c. 1976, with
triangular top and base. Unmarked. 21 3/4" x 31" x 21" |
2,500 |
2,938 |
| 272 |
WENDELL CASTLE laminated walnut barrel-back chair, 1978, with
channeled orange velour upholstery, and extendable writing arm on one
side. Some minor stains to upholstery. Incised W.C./78. 29" x 31 1/4" x
27" |
2,500 |
2,820 |
| 273 |
WENDELL CASTLE oak barrel-back chair, c. 1976, with channeled royal
blue brushed cotton upholstery, and extendable writing arm on one side.
Unmarked. 27 1/2" x 30 1/2" x 23" |
2,500 |
1,880 |
| 274 |
Laminated walnut desk with V-shaped top inset with rosewood and
equipped with two electrical outlets, small drawer and cabinet door to
either side, on sculpted leg support. Unmarked. 28 1/2" x 52" x 28 1/4" |
4,000 |
2,820 |
| 276 |
RICHARD SCOTT NEWMAN media cabinet, c. 1976, with two rosewood tambour
doors with contoured pulls, and chip-carved log sides, with louvered back.
Unmarked. 23 1/2" x 40 1/4" x 25 3/4" |
3,000 |
1,175 |
| 277 |
Oversized WENDELL CASTLE walnut stack-laminated podium with slanted
surface, single drawer, and narrow overhanging shelf over broad apron, on
flared legs. Unmarked. 50 1/2" x 64" x 32" |
3,000 |
3,525 |
| 278 |
Pair of RICHARD SCOTT NEWMAN walnut and rosewood nightstands, each
with single pivoting door concealing two interior shelves. Several drill
holes to each. Unmarked. 21" x 16" x 23 1/2" |
1,000 |
881 |
| 279 |
NANCY JURS hand-coiled flaring floor vessel with four-sided base and
circular top, covered in white lustered glaze. (Nancy Jurs is also the
wife of Wendell Castle). Unmarked. 19" x 19" |
300 |
499 |
| 280 |
Six NANCY JURS stoneware mugs of varied shapes, each with G-shaped
handle, covered in lustered glazes, 1976. A couple of minor chips. Some
signed/dated. Each approx. 5 1/4" h |
300 |
264 |
| 281 |
Fine and large WENDELL CASTLE stack-laminated walnut receptionist's
desk of biomorphic form with curved apron, recessed work surface and two
drawers on boot-shaped leg supports. (Illustrated on page 49 of "Furniture
By Wendell Castle"). Custom installation required. Unmarked. 38 3/4" x
112" x 45" |
12,000 |
18,800 |
| 282 |
Exceptional WENDELL CASTLE Post-modern bench, 1993, with elongated
seat supported by seven simulated bamboo posts, mounted on a rectangular
platform base. Signed "W. Castle/1993". 31" x 88" x 21" |
16,000 |
16,450 |
| 283 |
Fine and large WENDELL CASTLE Post-modern sculpture, "Stereo Star",
1996, with two-door curly redwood cabinet concealing two interior shelves,
mounted in the center of a jetulong star with mottled and textured green
and blue finish. Crack to top center of star, 2" break to front edge of
one shelf. Signed "Castle/96". 71" x 78" x 24" |
12,000 |
11,163 |
| 284 |
WENDELL CASTLE wall sculpture/painting, 1991, oil and pastel on
illustration board, of carved Madrone burl veneer and mahogany with four
projecting branches, which can be used as a table. Image signed/dated,
lower right. Table measurements: 32" x 32 1/2" sq. |
6,000 |
5,875 |
| 285 |
Important ALBERT PALEY fireplace hood of forged and fabricated mild
steel with copper-plating, comprised of four graduated sections of ribbed
construction overlaid with organic strapwork. (This is one of only six
pieces on which Paley is known to have employed the technique of
copper-plating over steel). Custom installation required. Unmarked. 132" x
78" x 36" |
3,000 |
17,625 |
| 286 |
ALBERT PALEY five-piece fireplace tool set, en suite with preceding,
comprising a stand with brush, shovel, poker, and log tongs. Unmarked.
Stand: 67" x 20" |
6,000 |
9,400 |
| 287 |
ALBERT PALEY hand-wrought copper coal bucket with black patina and
coiled overlay. Unmarked. Dia.: 14 1/2" |
2,000 |
3,173 |
| 288 |
ALBERT PALEY four-piece fireplace tool set of forged and fabricated
bronze, comprised of a stand with shovel, poker and log tongs, with
polished brass finish. Unmarked. Holder: 36 1/4" x 21" x 10 1/4" |
3,000 |
4,406 |
| 289 |
ALBERT PALEY logholder of forged and fabricated bronze with scalloped
apron and eight faceted spire uprights, two with crescent-shaped
buttresses, covered in a polished brass finish. Unmarked. 36 1/2" x 72" x
25" |
4,000 |
7,050 |
| 290 |
Fine ALBERT PALEY wall relief, pictured in situ, of forged and
fabricated bronze, comprised of four large uprights with overhanging
scalloped tops, intersecting a series of horizontal elements, all with
polished brass finish. Custom installation required. Unmarked. 72" x 180"
x 12" |
12,000 |
26,438 |
| 291 |
Two ALBERT PALEY steel fire dog frames, one with forged and fabricated
bronze finials with polished brass finish. Unmarked. 25" x 45" x 41" and
13" x 21" x 66" |
1,500 |
9,400 |
| 292 |
Pair of exceptional ALBERT PALEY forged and fabricated steel long door
handles of organic design, with dark brown patina. Unmarked. Approx. 74
1/4" |
3,000 |
7,050 |
| 293 |
Pair of exceptional ALBERT PALEY forged and fabricated steel long door
handles mounted with circular and semi-circular forms, with dark brown
patina. Unmarked. 88 1/4" |
3,000 |
4,700 |
| 294 |
Pair of ALBERT PALEY forged and fabricated bronze loop-shaped door
handles with polished brass finish. Unmarked. 16" long |
1,200 |
8,225 |
| 295 |
Pair of ALBERT PALEY forged and fabricated steel "Vulcan" tall
candlesticks, 1994, with dark brown patina and rust-colored flashes.
Stamped Albert Paley/1994. 20 1/2" h |
2,000 |
5,288 |
| 296 |
Pair of ALBERT PALEY forged and fabricated steel "Tuft" candlesticks,
1993, with black patina. Stamped Albert Paley/1993. 9" h |
1,500 |
823 |
| 297 |
JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. seven-piece suite comprising an extension dining
table with circular top and brass-capped feet, and six chairs, two arm-
and four side-, each with caned back, brass accents, and orange and beige
tweed seat cushions (four shown). Includes three 12" leaves. John Stuart
metal tags, table also has stenciled numbers. Table (closed): 29 1/2" x 47
1/2", chairs: 33" x 22 1/4" x 19" and 32 1/2" x 19 1/4" x 16 1/2" |
800 |
764 |
| 298 |
EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR executive desk with ebonized frame and two
rosewood veneer tambour roll-tops to each side, over three shallow drawers
with leather-covered footrest. Missing pulls on tambour tops, some
scratches and wear. Brass "D" tag. 34 1/2" x 74 1/2" x 28" |
3,500 |
5,581 |
| 299 |
Fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR sideboard #6421 with three shallow
drawers with semi-circular brass pulls over four sliding doors with
rosewood slats concealing four drawers and single adjustable shelf, on
recessed wood base. Brass "D" tag, and factory order tag. 32 1/2" x 80" x
18 1/2" |
3,000 |
3,173 |
| 300 |
Four DUNBAR side chairs with exposed brass handrail to back, and
brass-capped feet, upholstered in textured orange vinyl. Brass "D" tag. 31
1/4" x 18 1/4" x 19" |
800 |
4,994 |
| 301 |
Fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR extension dining table, its rectangular
top with rounded corners and band of rosewood inlay, on ebonized trestle
base with brass-capped feet and casters. Dunbar factory tag. Closed: 29" x
66" x 42" |
900 |
4,113 |
| 302 |
Pair of LE CORBUSIER "Basculant" armchairs with tubular chrome frame,
seat and pivoting back covered in taupe leather with spring fasteners, and
black leather sling arms. Signed "Le Corbusier/LCM 989 and 975", with
"Made in Italy" label. 25" x 23 1/4" x 25 1/4" |
800 |
2,585 |
| 303 |
Fine RICHARD STEIN laminated birch daybed with upholstered back and
loose seat cushion covered in dark green tweed, with plank seat support.
(In fine original condition). Unmarked. 28" x 76" x 30" |
2,500 |
1,763 |
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