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Prices Realized: Sollo:Rago Modern Auction, March 2003
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| Lot Number |
Description |
Estimate |
Sale Price |
| 1 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Long Chair with one free-edge arm, black
nylon webbing, and front tapering dowel legs. (From the original owner,
who purchased this piece directly from Nakashima's studio in the 1950s.
Provenance available. One of Nakashima's most striking designs). Unmarked.
27 1/2" x 65" x 34 1/2" |
8,000 |
12,925 |
| 2 |
Fine and unusual GEORGE NAKASHIMA custom-designed pedestal/table with
free-edge English walnut top on solid rosewood base. (From the original
owner, and accompanied by original sketch from Nakashima Studios dated
Aug. 26, 1972). Marked with owner's name on underside of top. 24" x 23
1/2" x 17 1/4" |
6,000 |
8,813 |
| 3 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid dining table with double-plank,
free-edge top joined by three rosewood butterfly keys, and two 13"
free-edge leaves for either end, on trestle base. (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. Without leaves: 28 1/2" x 60" x
38" |
7,000 |
12,925 |
| 4 |
Set of six fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut "New" chairs, one arm- and
five side-, each with hickory spindles and saddle seat on flared dowel leg
base. (From the original owner. Provenance available). One marked with
owner's name on bottom. Armchair: 38 3/4" x 24 1/2" x 20", side chairs:
36" x 18 1/2" x 19 1/2" |
7,000 |
11,163 |
| 5 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut wall-hanging shelf/cabinet with free-edge
top over two sliding spindle-front doors with pandanus cloth backing, and
one interior shelf. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Marked with owner's name on back. 14" x 71" x 13 1/2" |
5,000 |
11,163 |
| 6 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut sideboard with free-edge top, two sliding
spindle-front doors with pandanus cloth backing concealing two interior
shelves and four drawers, on cross-plank base. Small section of wear to
cloth on one door. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Unmarked. 32" x 77 1/4" x 24" |
7,000 |
14,100 |
| 7 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren II coffee table, 1980,
with superb free-edge burlwood top with two rosewood butterfly keys. (From
the original owner. Provenance available). Signed George Nakashima/March
1980. 15" x 65 3/4" x 35" |
14,000 |
29,375 |
| 8 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA Minguren I coffee table, 1980, with
superb free-form Buckeye burlwood top with highly-expressive grain pattern
and natural occlusions, on walnut base. (From the original owner.
Provenance available). Signed and dated on bottom, also marked with
owner's name. 18 1/4" x 37" x 30 1/2" |
15,000 |
22,325 |
| 9 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Minguren II dining table, 1980,
its top with single rosewood butterfly key, two free-edges and two
V-shaped ends, on trestle base. (From the original owner. Provenance
available). Signed George Nakashima/May 1980. 28 1/2" x 73" x 37" |
25,000 |
29,375 |
| 10 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut slab coffee table with split-knot
free-edge top. (From the original owner, purchased from Nakashima Studios
in the mid-1960s. Provenance available). Marked with owner's name. 13" x
50" x 26 1/2" |
8,000 |
9,988 |
| 11 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut armless lounge chair with spindled back
mortised to the sides with keyed through-tenons on tapering dowel legs,
also with seat cushions (not shown). (From the original owner, purchased
from Nakashima Studios in the mid-1960s. Provenance available). Light wear
to back and feet. Unmarked. 30 1/2" x 24" x 32" |
2,000 |
2,468 |
| 12 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut cross-legged desk with free-edge
top and single pedestal with three graduated drawers, two with recessed
horizontal pulls. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Unmarked. 28" x 50 1/2" x 30" |
9,000 |
11,163 |
| 14 |
Fine JAMES MONT two-door cabinet with black lacquered case, patchwork
wood veneer door fronts with large circular brass pulls, and two
adjustable interior shelves. (A classic Mont design). Signed James Mont
Design. 40" x 39 3/4" x 17" |
1,000 |
2,820 |
| 15 |
JAMES MONT carved wood baluster table lamp with single socket, its
base incised with abstracted flowers under a rubbed red and gold finish,
with matching finial and silk drum shade with gold brocade trimming.
Unmarked. 35" x 9 1/2" |
300 |
294 |
| 16 |
Unusual and early JAMES MONT tiger maple-veneer dresser with four
drawers with cylindrical brass pulls, on flaring legs. A few small veneer
chips. Stamped James Mont Design. 32" x 48" x 18" |
1,000 |
1,528 |
| 17 |
Unusual and early JAMES MONT tiger maple-veneer dresser, en suite with
preceding. A few chips to veneer and edges, 1" square patch to front side,
top in beautiful condition. Stamped James Mont Design. 32" x 48" x 18" |
1,000 |
1,528 |
| 18 |
Unusual and early JAMES MONT three-drawer nightstand in tiger
maple-veneer with cylindrical brass pulls. Minor chips to veneer and
edges, wear to finish on top. Stamped James Mont Design. 24" x 17" x
13" |
400 |
411 |
| 19 |
JAMES MONT table lamp with double-socket and two rectangular plate
glass "walls" joined by ribbed copper shafts, topped by a drum shade with
spherical glass finial. Some abrasion to top edges of glass and chips to
one corner. Unmarked. 29" x 8" x 5 1/2" |
300 |
1,410 |
| 20 |
JAMES MONT oversized square mirror with four-inch beaded-edge molding
covered with gold leaf on a textured gessoed base. A few flecks to gold
leaf. Unmarked. 56" sq. |
800 |
823 |
| 22 |
JAMES MONT pickled oak veneer breakfront, en suite with preceding,
with three glass-front cabinet doors and six interior shelves, over three
drawers and two cabinets with large square drop pulls, and avocado
interior. Unmarked. 71" x 43 1/2" x 14 3/4" |
1,900 |
999 |
| 23 |
Pair of lounge chairs attributed to JAMES MONT, each fully-upholstered
in white leather with cut-out back and tufted trim, on wooden legs. Each
has minor slit to upholstery near back. Unmarked. 31" x 35" x 33 1/2" |
800 |
4,113 |
| 24 |
JAMES MONT chaise longue with pickled oak veneer platform frame,
upholstered in green velvet with loose seat cushion and single pillow. 1
1/2" tear to upholstery in one corner, also some wear along back edge of
top. Marked "James Mont Design". 30 1/4" x 112" x 40" |
2,500 |
5,288 |
| 27 |
Pair of JAMES MONT pickled oak-veneer nightstands, each with raised
plate glass top, single drawer and cabinet door with circular pulls. Glass
glued down, with some chips, and some veneer loss. Branded James Mont
Design. 25 1/2" x 13 3/4" x 12 3/4" |
800 |
470 |
| 28 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER "Marshmallow" sofa with
eighteen latex foam cushions re-upholstered in vintage magenta and orange
ALEXANDER GIRARD striped fabric, on painted tubular steel frame. Circular
Herman Miller tag. 31 1/2" x 51" x 31" |
13,000 |
16,450 |
| 29 |
Rare GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER "Coconut" chair re-upholstered in
red ALEXANDER GIRARD fabric. Unmarked. 32" x 41" x 33" |
2,500 |
2,350 |
| 30 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER "Thin Edge" rosewood veneer
single-door cabinet with black porcelain pull and interior shelf, over
single drawer on white enameled pedestal base. Missing drawer pull, some
minor nicks to base. Herman Miller foil label. 37 1/4" x 17 1/2" x 19
1/2" |
1,500 |
3,173 |
| 31 |
Fine CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER plywood LCW with red aniline-dye
finish. (A pristine example). Herman Miller foil label. 26 1/2" x 22" x 21
1/4" |
1,000 |
1,880 |
| 32 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER desk with rectangular beige laminate
top and two shallow fitted drawers, on bright chrome base. Touch-up to
minor laminate chip. Unmarked. 29 1/4" x 52 3/4" x 32" |
900 |
881 |
| 33 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER blonde-wood daybed with spring seat
support, loose seat and back cushions upholstered in black fabric, on
hairpin legs. Circular Herman MIller tag. 27" x 75" x 34" |
1,500 |
3,290 |
| 34 |
CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER fiberglass shell armrocker in
burnt-orange, on black cat's cradle base with birch runners. Embossed
mark. 27" x 24 3/4" x 27" |
1,200 |
1,058 |
| 35 |
CHARLES EAMES for HERMAN MILLER fiberglass shell armrocker in
chocolate brown, on zinc cat's cradle base with birch runners. Embossed
mark and paper label. 27" x 24 1/2" x 27" |
800 |
1,058 |
| 38 |
Fine NATZLER bottle-shaped vessel with straight sides, covered in an
orange uranium crystalline glaze. Natzler, in ink. 7 1/4" x 5" |
4,500 |
5,288 |
| 39 |
Fine NATZLER straight-walled vessel covered in an indigo, ivory and
brown volcanic glaze. Natzler in ink, and paper label L762. 4" x 4 1/2" |
3,000 |
4,406 |
| 40 |
Fine NATZLER hemispherical bowl covered in a gray and amber
microcrystalline glaze. Natzler, in ink. 3 1/2" x 6" |
800 |
1,175 |
| 41 |
NATZLER vessel with flat bottom and straight sides covered in a taupe
hare's fur glaze. Touch-up to rim chip and to hairline. Natzler, in ink. 3
1/2" x 7" |
800 |
588 |
| 42 |
NATZLER asymmetrically-folded bowl covered in mottled beige semi-matte
glaze. Short, tight line and small nick to rim. Natzler, in ink. 2 1/2" x
8" |
800 |
646 |
| 43 |
KEN FERGUSON earthenware vase with three
large lobes, mermaid handle, and twisted spout, covered in a verdigris and
gray dead-matte volcanic glaze. (A famous piece of Ferguson's). Repair and
some loss to several strands of hair on mermaid. (Provenance: Garth Clark
Gallery). No visible mark. 17 1/2" x 13 1/2" |
3,500 |
4,113 |
| 44 |
CLAYTON BAILEY Funk sculpture, "Corrosive", 1994, of a biohazardous
materials container with brown substance oozing from rim and fissures at
base, covered in white, gray and cobalt glazes. (From the artist's
collection). Signed Clayton Bailey/1994 on bottom. 19 1/4" x 13 1/4" |
1,500 |
1,410 |
| 47 |
CHRIS UNTERSEHER Funk ceramic sculpture, "Champion Surfer Mike Doyle
Teaches Dave's Frogs New Tricks", 1969, with surfing frogs and title
inscription. (Illustrated in "Ceramics Monthly" article entitled "Davis
Funk" by Dr. Thomas Folk) One surfboard and one frog's arm re-glued.
Unmarked. 4" x 15" x 15" |
800 |
823 |
| 50 |
CLAYTON BAILEY robot alarm clock, 1984, of aluminum construction with
red LCD, bulging and flashing plastic eyes, and adjustable arms. (From the
artist's collection). In working condition, operating instructions on
bottom. Signed Clayton Bailey/1984 on body. 12 1/2" x 14" x 8 1/4" |
1,800 |
940 |
| 51 |
CHARLES BRAGG bronze sculpture, "The Sixth Day", depicting a man with
a miniature version of himself seated on top of the earth, mounted on a
square marble base. Unmarked. 13 1/2" x 5 1/2" |
900 |
881 |
| 52 |
AL FARROW bronze sculpture, "Fall of Icarus", 1984, with naked man
straddling the top of a free-falling airplane laden with bombs and
missiles, mounted on a burnished steel base. (From the artist's
collection). Signed/titled/dated/numbered 1/1, on base. 11" x 12 1/2" x
12" |
1,800 |
2,703 |
| 53 |
AL FARROW bronze sculpture, "Study no. 4 for Icarus", 1984, depicting
a naked man straddling the top of an airplane laden with bombs and
missiles, asymmetrically-mounted on a rectangular steel base. (From the
artist's collection). Signed/titled/dated/numbered 1/1, on base. 8" x 17
3/4" x 18 3/4" |
1,800 |
1,763 |
| 54 |
Large CHARLES BRAGG bronze assemblage, "Ship of Fools", depicting
figures from the clergy, military and medical professions, along with a
free-standing jester, mounted on green marble bases. One figure signed on
back. 11 1/4" x 17" x 9 1/4" and 5" x 4 1/2" |
2,500 |
2,350 |
| 56 |
ISAMU NOGUCHI for AKARI floor lamp with spherical mulberry paper shade
(includes an extra shade in the original box), on bamboo shaft with
weighted black metal base. A few small tears to shade. Marked on shade. 76
1/2" x 19 1/2" |
600 |
382 |
| 57 |
Pair of MODALUCE (Italy) bright chrome and clear glass floor lamps
with hemispheric milk glass shades. Modaluce label. 67" x 12 1/4" |
400 |
529 |
| 58 |
ACHILLE CASTIGLIONI/PIER GIACOMO CASTIGLIONI for FLOS "Taccia" table
lamp, its reflector comprised of a concave white enameled spun aluminum
disc over clear handblown glass bowl, resting on a fluted steel base.
Unmarked. 21 1/2" x 19 1/2" dia. |
600 |
1,410 |
| 59 |
ARTELUCE chrome floor lamp with three pivoting arms with black
enameled handles, and black conical shades. Included are six additional
shades: three black, two red, and one dark blue. "Made in Italy" label. 80
1/2" x 44" |
2,000 |
3,819 |
| 60 |
Fine and unusual ARREDOLUCE brass easel-lamp with tall tubular shaft,
swing-arm light, and three-footed base, without wiring. Arredoluce Monza
label. 82" h |
1,000 |
3,173 |
| 61 |
ARREDOLUCE torchere, its base composed of six rods enameled in teal
and topped by flaring hammered brass fronds with green interiors, and
pierced conical shade. Some minor enamel loss to shade. Embossed
Arredoluce/Monza/Italy. 89" h |
2,500 |
2,820 |
| 62 |
Fine FONTANA ARTE chandelier, possibly by Gio Ponti, with two frosted
glass shades suspended from tubular brass rods, and ten acanthus leaf
fixtures in white enameled metal, with bell-shaped ceiling cap. Some wear
to enamel. Unmarked. 49 1/2" x 49 1/4" x 11 1/2" |
2,000 |
1,763 |
| 63 |
Fine, large and rare BAROVIER E TOSO pezzato glass tear-shaped pillow
vase with amber and white patchwork decoration. Unmarked. 16 1/2" x 7
1/2" |
3,500 |
8,813 |
| 64 |
Fine, large, rare ARCHIMEDE SEGUSO four-sided merletto glass vase with
white filigree and translucent amethyst decoration. Unmarked. 11 1/2" x 4
3/4" |
4,000 |
7,638 |
| 65 |
Large ALFREDO BARBINI gourd-shaped vessel with collared rim, of blue
scavo glass. Etched A. Barbini/Murano. 12 3/4" x 12 1/4" |
2,000 |
1,998 |
| 66 |
The following eleven lots were created by the collaboration of Rolland
and Lucille Lietzke, one of American pottery's noteworthy couples. In the
1940s and 50s, the Lietzkes produced porcelain in their Ohio studio. After
extensive travel in the early 1960s which took them to India and Peru,
they created more primitive, one-of-a-kind slab pieces in stoneware
reflecting their renewed interest in ancient non-western forms. Lucille,
who went by the name of Luke, also created unique jewelry forms. Five
LIETZKE porcelain stoppered bottles: two in white, two in teal, and one in
orange-brown. One missing stopper. Etched signatures, some also with paper
label. 11 1/2" x 4" |
400 |
235 |
| 67 |
Seven LIETZKE porcelain pieces: two tall vases in caramel and teal, a
black carafe with beige interior, pair of salt and pepper shakers in
bright yellow, and two cruets in blue-gray matte glazes. A few nicks to
salt shaker. Etched signatures, carafe also with glaze notations. 15", 8
1/2", 3 1/4" and 8 1/4" |
400 |
264 |
| 68 |
Six LIETZKE porcelain vases: two in white, one in sky blue (spider
lines to body), one in orange-brown, one in matte brown and one in
blue-gray. Etched signature, some also with paper label. 12 1/2" x 3
1/4" |
400 |
470 |
| 70 |
Four LIETZE plaques: three stoneware, one with dark green glaze and
two unglazed, all with either excised or incised stylized patterns; and
one white clay piece with incised, pierced, and modeled abstract forms.
Loss of branch to "tree" in medallion of white clay tile. Three marked.
Largest: 8 1/2" x 7" |
400 |
235 |
| 71 |
Two LIETZKE stoneware pieces: a hand-built sculpture, 1970, of a
walled structure painted with geometric patterns in white and dark brown,
and an elliptical planter with two applied trees, one with a bird, and
incised geometric patterns on body. Both signed Lietzke, sculpture also
with incised signature and date on bottom. 6 1/4" x 11 1/4" x 9 3/4" and
7" x 8" |
800 |
470 |
| 74 |
LIETZKE stoneware plaque with applied
and incised stylized landscape flanking an almond-shaped vessel, covered
in green, blue and brown glazes and mounted on wood. Re-glued corner (3
1/4" x 1 3/4") to center panel. Signed Lietzke, lower right. 14" x 28" |
600 |
353 |
| 76 |
Large LIETZKE stoneware and porcelain plaque with a series of applied
abstract forms modeled in high relief, one with underlying mosaic
decoration covered in dark blue glaze. Some losses to a few pieces.
Unmarked. 24 1/2" x 45 3/4" |
600 |
353 |
| 77 |
PIERO FORNASETTI rectangular tray, transfer-decorated with house of
cards motif against a mountainous landscape. Remnant of Fornasetti label.
23" x 10" |
400 |
588 |
| 78 |
Fine French Art Deco brass and frosted glass chandelier with a
rectangular shade and eight small fixtures with original bulbs, hanging
from four posts. (From the Chateau de Grenany in Lyons, France). One
missing bobeche. Unmarked. 48" x 42" x 21" |
1,000 |
588 |
| 80 |
Monumental FRIEDRICH GOLDSCHEIDER sculptural Art Nouveau
clock, late 1800s, dramatically-rendered with a semi-nude maiden and
perched eagle, with hemispheric copper face and reticulated hands, covered
in gray glaze with glass and genuine opal cabochons. (A unique exhibition
piece). Chip to one corner, replaced works. Marked Friedrich
Goldscheider/Wien, with stamped numbers. 35" x 24" x 12 1/2" |
2,500 |
4,113 |
| 81 |
GRETA GROSSMAN "Grasshopper" floor lamp in red enamel with pierced
dome shade and built-in magazine rack on tubular tripod base. (From the
Frank Ryan Collection). Minor wear. Unmarked. 53" x 14 1/4" |
1,000 |
764 |
| 82 |
MICHELE DE LUCCHI for MEMPHIS "Oceanic" lacquered metal lamp, 1981,
with rectangular yellow shade, and three black and white striped
"smokestacks", on rectangular pink base. Memphis metal tag. 29 1/2" x 34"
x 4 3/4" |
900 |
588 |
| 83 |
ETTORE SOTTSASS for MEMPHIS "Tahiti" lamp, 1981, with polychrome
enameled metal "duck" with pivoting head mounted on a black and white
confetti-patterned laminate base. Unmarked. 27 3/4" x 14" x 4" |
900 |
823 |
| 84 |
ETTORE SOTTSASS for MEMPHIS "Euphrates" porcelain vase, 1983,
comprised of stacked and spouted forms in black, yellow and white glazes.
"E. Sottsass for Memphis" label. 15 3/4" x 7 3/4" |
750 |
646 |
| 85 |
ETTORE SOTTSASS for MEMPHIS "Tigris" porcelain vase, 1983, comprised
of stacked, spouted, and coiled forms covered in powder blue, white and
black glazes. "E. Sottsass for Memphis" label. 15 1/2" x 7 1/2" |
900 |
470 |
| 86 |
MARCO ZANINI for MEMPHIS/CERAMICHE FALVIA "Colorado" porcelain tea pot
comprised of stacked and buttressed forms in polychrome glaze. Superficial
crazing line to overglaze on spout. Memphis stamp mark. 11 1/2" x 8
1/2" |
600 |
470 |
| 87 |
MARTINE BEDIN for MEMPHIS "Super" lacquered fiberglass table lamp,
1981, a hemispheric form on rubber wheels with six cylindrical fixtures,
in polychrome. Memphis metal tag. 13 1/2" x 20 1/2" x 6 3/4" |
600 |
823 |
| 88 |
NATHALIE DU PASQUIER for MEMPHIS "Carrot" porcelain vase of corseted
form, in teal blue glaze with spotted and striped mid-sections in
polychrome. Memphis label. 12" x 5" |
400 |
353 |
| 89 |
MASANORI UMEDA for MEMPHIS limited-edition "Ginza Mobile Robot"
miniature cabinet, 1982, of plastic, laminated wood, and metal, in
original wooden crate. Signed on bottom, both piece and crate numbered
69/500. 11 1/2" x 9 1/2" x 3 1/2" |
500 |
705 |
| 91 |
Fine PHILIPPE STARCK "Ed Archer" chair, 1986, with stitched and laced
reddish-brown hard leather upholstery, over a tubular steel frame with
aluminum rear leg. (One of Starck's most elegant designs). Excellent
original condition. Embossed mark. 38 1/2" x 18 1/2" x 22 1/2" |
2,500 |
2,350 |
| 92 |
Set of six ALDO TURA nesting tables with green-dyed parchment tops on
tapering burlwood legs. Some scratches to parchment, and loose legs. Tura
foil label. 16 1/4" x 27" x 15 1/4" |
800 |
1,293 |
| 95 |
GENERAL FIREPROOFING "Italic Styling" double pedestal desk of ribbed
aluminum construction with woodgrain-laminate top, full-length modesty
panel, and four drawers. (A great mid-century design). (From the Frank
Ryan Collection). Remnant of GF label. 30" x 66" x 30" |
1,000 |
2,233 |
| 96 |
STENDIG "Non-stop" sofa comprised of nine individual foam sections
upholstered in brown leather, on reinforced molded foam base covered with
non-woven tan carpeting. Some wear/crackling and stains to leather.
Stendig label. 28 3/4" x 87 1/2" x 39 1/2" |
1,500 |
940 |
| 97 |
Set of four MIES VAN DER ROHE for KNOLL "Brno" armchairs, each
upholstered in burgundy velvet on a cantilevered flat steel base. A few
minor stains to upholstery, but overall good condition. Unmarked. 32" x
23" x 21" |
2,000 |
2,350 |
| 98 |
Fine, large and unusual wall-hanging console mirror, possibly Italian,
of stepped design with geometric forms in gilt and polychrome wood, the
beveled glass flanked by two tubular holders. Signed A.D. 63, on reverse.
67" x 40" x 8 3/4" |
1,500 |
881 |
| 99 |
Fine LaVERNE bronze coffee table, its elliptical top acid-etched with
scenes of Chinese warriors and landscapes. Signed Phillip/Kelvin LaVerne.
16 1/4" x 65 1/2" x 22" |
2,000 |
1,880 |
| 102 |
Fine and rare TOMMI PARZINGER ivory lacquered buffet with five doors
concealing interior drawers and shelves, with large brass ring pulls and
brass studs applied to front and sides. Branded "Parzinger Original". 31
1/2" x 82 1/2" x 18 1/4" |
3,500 |
9,400 |
| 104 |
HARVEY PROBBER lounge chair #820, with mahogany frame and tufted white
leather-upholstered attached seat cushion and loose back cushion. (From
the Frank Ryan Collection). Minor wear and scratches to back of legs, one
missing button to upholstery. Unmarked. Frame: 25 1/2" x 26" x 30" |
1,500 |
1,880 |
| 105 |
Fine HARVEY PROBBER eight-drawer jewelry chest with rosewood veneer
drawer fronts and an ebonized oak veneer case on plinth base. Original
finish. Stenciled number. 36" x 14" x 14" |
3,000 |
3,819 |
| 106 |
Fun and unusual DUNBAR four-tier shelving unit of gray enameled wood
cut in optical configuration, with four glass shelves. Some enamel loss to
edges. 79" x 20" sq. |
800 |
1,880 |
| 107 |
Fine EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR nine-drawer buffet with rosewood drawer
fronts, ebonized oak frame, and brass ring pulls. Excellent original
condition. Brass "D" tag. 29 1/2" x 69 1/4" x 18" |
2,000 |
1,880 |
| 108 |
EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR chest with single drawer and two-door
cabinet with brass ring pulls. Brass "D" tag. 25" x 32" x 15" |
800 |
1,116 |
| 109 |
DUNBAR coffee table, mid-1960s, with patinated bronze cruciform base
and rectangular 1/2"-thick smokey glass top. Unmarked. 17" x 46 1/4" x 29
1/4" |
2,000 |
1,410 |
| 110 |
DUNBAR coffee table, mid-1960s, with patinated bronze ribbon-like base
and 1/2"-thick clear glass circular top (small chip to edge). Unmarked.
28" x 42" dia. |
2,000 |
1,410 |
| 111 |
EDWARD WORMLEY
for DUNBAR mahogany cabinet with two small drawers with fitted
compartments and recessed pulls, over two woven-slat sliding doors
enclosing drawers and storage space, on a plinth base. Some scratches, and
small areas of finish loss to top. Dunbar factory tag on bottom. 32" x 41
1/2" x 18" |
1,000 |
1,998 |
| 112 |
EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR mahogany chest with two small drawers over
three large ones, all with recessed pulls, on a leather-wrapped plinth
base. Unmarked. 32" x 41 1/2" x 18" |
1,000 |
1,175 |
| 113 |
DUNBAR walnut and cane two-piece breakfront, possibly a custom piece,
the top portion consisting of a four-door unit with shelved interior, the
bottom portion with three drawers and recessed oval pulls over four
sliding doors concealing ten pull-out trays and single interior shelf, on
plinth base. Breaks to frame on two sliding doors. Dunbar/Berne, IN metal
tag. 72" x 81 1/2" x 18 1/4" |
2,000 |
2,115 |
| 114 |
DUNBAR even-arm settee with wooden frame, caned back and side panels,
its seat support and loose cushion upholstered in teal and white
floral-patterned fabric, on castered base. Unmarked. 26 1/2" x 60" x 23
1/2" |
2,000 |
2,115 |
| 115 |
Pair of EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR slipper chairs, entirely upholstered
with original striped silk fabric in yellow, orange, and green, over
bleached mahogany legs. Complete with throw pillows. Excellent original
condition, light wear to corners. Dunbar metal tags. 30" x 25 1/2" x
31" |
1,000 |
2,585 |
| 116 |
DUNBAR hanging four-door cupboard of exotic wood veneer with recessed
steel pulls, with two interior drawers on one side and two adjustable
shelves to the other. Excellent finish. No visible mark. 20" x 80" x
18" |
1,500 |
1,880 |
| 117 |
EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR ebonized mahogany occasional table of square
frame with rounded corners in the Chinese style, inset with fixed top and
bottom, and adjustable shelf. D-shaped Dunbar brass tag. 26" x 29" sq. |
800 |
705 |
| 118 |
Pair of EDWARD WORMLEY for DUNBAR nightstands of cube form, with
single drawer and two shelves in matte dark brown lacquer finish. Some
minor scratches. Brass "D" tag. 25" x 17" x 15" |
900 |
1,763 |
| 11 |
Fine mid-century modern coffee table with abstract pattern in
matched-enameled glazes against a black ground, on brushed steel base.
Unmarked. 15 1/2" x 55 1/4" x 18 1/2" |
800 |
705 |
| 120 |
Fine HANS WEGNER for ANDREAS TUCK teak and oak drop-leaf dining table
on X-leg base with brass components. Branded mark. Open: 28" x 93 1/2" x
33 3/4" |
1,200 |
2,115 |
| 121 |
Set of eight HANS WEGNER for FRITZ HANSEN oak and teak three-legged
stacking chairs, each with curved crestrail and spade-shaped seat with
through-tenon detail. Marked FH/Made in Denmark, with chalk numbers. 28
1/2" x 20 1/2" x 18 1/2" |
1,500 |
1,880 |
| 122 |
Set of six ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN "Series 7" chairs with black
enameled plywood seat on tubular steel base with rubber cap feet. Fritz
Hansen foil label. 30 1/4" x 19 1/4" x 16 1/4" |
600 |
881 |
| 123 |
Fine ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN "Swan" sofa upholstered in
original taupe wool fabric, on a cast aluminum base. Some minor
petrification to foam. Unmarked. 30" x 57" x 23" |
3,500 |
3,525 |
| 124 |
BRUNO MATHSSON for DUX "Eva" bentwood armchair with oatmeal-colored
webbed seat support. Signed "Bruno Mathsson for Dux". 32 1/2" x 23 1/4" x
21 1/2" |
900 |
529 |
| 125 |
BRUNO MATHSSON for DUX "Pernilla" lounge chair and ottoman, each with
bentwood frame upholstered in tufted beige canvas, the chair also having
beige vinyl head- and armrests. Soiling to upholstery and vinyl. Signed
"Bruno Mathsson for Dux". Chair: 37" x 34" x 20", ottoman: 16" x 26" x 24
1/2" |
1,000 |
1,058 |
| 126 |
YNGVE EKSTROM oak and teak armchair upholstered in brown leather.
Branded mark. 40" x 27 1/4" x 25" |
800 |
1,528 |
| 127 |
ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ HANSEN settee with brown leather upholstery on
a tubular chrome frame. Unmarked. 29" x 49" x 29" |
1,000 |
2,115 |
| 128 |
Rare JORGEN HOVELSKOV for CHRISTENSEN & LARSEN "Harp" chair with
solid ash frame and flag line seat. (Vintage, all original). Unmarked. 51
1/2" x 35" x 39 1/2" |
1,000 |
2,350 |
| 129 |
Pair of IB KOFOD LARSEN for SELIG armchairs, c. 1956, with thin brass
arms and white vinyl-upholstered seat and back pads, on tapering dowel
legs with arched aprons. (A rare Scandinavian design). (From the Frank
Ryan Collection). Unmarked. 28" x 21" x 17" |
1,000 |
1,645 |
| 130 |
Rare OLE WANSCHER mahogany side chair with slender, curved crestrail
and two tapering backposts terminating in flared rear legs, with black
leather-upholstered seat cushion and webbed seat support. Stenciled
numbers. 31 3/4" x 19 1/4" x 17 1/2" |
900 |
529 |
| 131 |
Fine HANS WEGNER for JOHANNES HANSEN folding chair with original woven
reed back and seat, with front grips. A couple of splits to reed but
overall very good condition. Branded mark. 30 1/2" x 24" x 27" |
1,400 |
1,410 |
| 132 |
Pair of ALVAR AALTO bent plywood fan-leg stools with circular
oak-veneer top. Crackling to varnish on tops. Unmarked. 17 1/2" x 15 1/4"
dia. |
600 |
646 |
| 133 |
Set of four ARNE JACOBSEN for FRITZ-HANSEN armchairs, 1964, each with
curved black-enameled crestrail on chromed steel frame, and circular seat
pad upholstered in original black and chartreuse fabric. (Two shown).
Fritz-Hansen factory tags. 27 1/4" x 21 1/2" x 19 1/4" |
1,000 |
1,645 |
| 134 |
HANS WEGNER for GETAMA teak daybed with rear shelf, upholstered in
textured green wool fabric on tapering cylindrical legs. Fabric has 1"
tear on seat, and minor wear overall. Branded mark. 29 3/4" x 77" x 34" |
1,500 |
1,880 |
| 135 |
Set of seven teak armchairs, probably by Hans Wegner, with black
leather-upholstered seats. Dried foam on seat cushions, wear and tears to
leather. Illums-Bolighus metal tag, and incised HN or NH under each arm.
28 1/4" x 23 1/2" x 20" |
1,000 |
1,058 |
| 136 |
Rare BRUNO MATHSSON bentwood rocking chair with oatmeal-colored webbed
seat support. Stamped mark. 31 1/2" x 24 3/4" x 35 1/2" |
1,000 |
823 |
| 137 |
VERNER PANTON "Cone" chair with black wire frame on swivel base, and
loose seat pad upholstered in purple fabric. Unmarked. 32" x 23 3/4" x
23" |
1,200 |
999 |
| 138 |
Set of four PIERRE PAULIN for ARTIFORT "Tulip" chairs, each
upholstered in teal blue snakeskin vinyl on swiveling aluminum star-shaped
base. Foil label. 30 1/4" x 27" x 26" |
3,000 |
2,585 |
| 141 |
PATTI WARASHINA BAUER earthenware sculpture, "Low Fire Kiln", with
sticks of dynamite piled up outside, a pan of eggs, bacon and toast frying
in the interior, and removable roof with puffs of gray smoke emanating
from three chimney stacks. (Provenance: Garth Clark Gallery). Signed Patti
Bauer on side. 12 1/2" x 10" x 6 3/4" |
6,000 |
5,875 |
| 145 |
Large WMF brass five-branch Secessionist-style candelabra on embossed
pyramidal base. Minor wear and scratches to finish, one loose holder and
bobeche. No visible mark. 19 1/2" x 14 1/4" |
400 |
823 |
| 146 |
Fine WMF Arts & Crafts-style hammered brass teapot with wrapped
cane handle and embossed dots within circles, on stand inset with sterno.
A few minor dents. Teapot and sterno stamped WMF. 13" x 9 1/2" |
1,000 |
588 |
| 147 |
Pair of fine and rare COWAN Art Deco toucan bookends designed by A.
Drexler Jacobson, covered in black, silver and bronze glazes. Stamp mark.
5 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 4 1/2" |
1,200 |
3,290 |
| 148 |
Five-piece RUSSEL WRIGHT spun aluminum and wrapped willow spaghetti
service consisting of a covered serving bowl with holder for cheese shaker
and sauce pitcher, tongs, and circular tray with wood surface. A few minor
dents. All stamped Russel Wright. Serving bowl only: 7 1/4" x 9" |
1,000 |
1,763 |
| 149 |
RUSSEL WRIGHT spun aluminum coffee set consisting of a percolator,
sugar and creamer, all with wooden finials and handles. Scaling to varnish
on coffee pot lid, a few small dents. All stamped Russel Wright. 9", 3
3/4", and 3" h |
700 |
1,528 |
| 150 |
TOMMI PARZINGER for DORLYN SILVERSMITHS brass and stainless steel tall
coffee pot, c. 1950, with tapering body with horizontal bands, crown
finial, and riveted handle. Die-stamped DORLYN SILVERSMITHS. 16 1/2" x
6" |
300 |
176 |
| 154 |
Set of three ROBERT WHITTON (Miami, FL) kidney-shaped brushed aluminum
prototypes of futuristic vending machines. (From the artist's collection).
Each stamped RW and signed, with copyright. 6 3/4", 5", and 3 1/2" h |
400 |
323 |
| 155 |
Fine REVERE "Manhattan" bright chrome cocktail shaker designed by
NORMAN BEL GEDDES, 1936-40, with raised vertical ribs. (A classic American
design). Very good condition. Stamped Revere/Rome NY. 13" x 3 1/4" |
800 |
646 |
| 156 |
Six FRATELLI CALDERONI serving pieces designed by GIO PONTI for the
Park Da Principal Hotel in Rome, comprising three covered casseroles, two
pitchers, and an oval platter with cover, all engraved with crest and
monogram. (Provenance: Christie's-London). Stamped Fratelli
Calderoni/Alpacca Argentato. Largest: 4 3/4" x 14 1/4" |
800 |
1,293 |
| 158 |
Set of six Sheffield pewter flaring cordials in the style of DESNY, on
buttressed base with cone. One has small separation on stem. Stamped
"Manor Period" with trademark/T.W&Co. Ltd/Sheffield Pewter/2478. 4
1/2" x 2 3/4" |
600 |
646 |
| 159 |
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
1/2" |
2,500 |
6,463 |
| 160 |
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 |
7,050 |
| 161 |
FRANZ HAGENAUER brass table mirror composed of two female hands with
embossed details, wrapped around a rectangular glass with rounded edges.
Stamped WHW/FRANZ/Hagenauer Wien/Made in Austria. 26" x 14 3/4" |
2,000 |
3,055 |
| 162 |
HAGENAUER wood and brass sculpture of a bugle player with carved and
incised features. Stamped Hagenauer Wien/Austria. 6 3/4" x 10 1/4" |
800 |
881 |
| 163 |
HAGENAUER olive wood horse head sculpture with carved features mounted
on a flat rectangular brass base. Stamped Hagenauer Wien/Made In
Austria/WHW/Handmade. 13" x 14 1/4" x 4 1/4" |
1,000 |
1,998 |
| 165 |
HAGENAUER copper ice bucket with applied brass trim and riveted
handle. Stamped "Handmade/Hagenauer Wien/WHW/Made in Austria. 14 1/4" x 8
1/" |
800 |
1,880 |
| 166 |
HAGENAUER wood sculpture of a rearing horse, with brass tail and base.
Stamped WHW/Hagenauer Wien. 11 1/4" x 9 3/4" x 3" |
1,000 |
2,350 |
| 167 |
Fine HAGENAUER patinated bronze bust of an African woman in profile,
with stylized locks of hair and one raised shoulder. Stamped WHW/Atelier
Hagenauer Wien/Made in Austria. 14" x 10 1/4" |
1,000 |
1,293 |
| 169 |
GIO PONTI for RICHARD GINORI Art Deco porcelain sculpture of a leaping
gazelle covered in white glossy glaze. One missing horn, restoration to
head. In green ink, "Richard Ginori 1-31". 9 3/4" x 10 1/4" |
300 |
323 |
| 171 |
GOLDSCHEIDER ceramic figure of a peasant woman dancing in
floral-printed dress, covered in polychrome glaze. Re-glued leg, restored
hand. Black ink stamp, "Goldscheider Wien/Made in Austria", with HS and
numbered. 16 1/4" x 16 3/4" |
400 |
499 |
| 172 |
Large GOLDSCHEIDER ceramic sculpture by LATOUR, of Diana the Huntress
covered in polychrome glaze and mounted on a bow-front base. Restoration
to arms and legs, missing bow and arrow. Black ink stamp, "Goldscheider
Wien/Made in Austria", with numbers and artist-signature. 23 1/4" x 19" |
1,000 |
1,116 |
| 173 |
LENCI ceramic figure of a seated nude woman with handpainted face, her
legs crossed and a towel draped over her arm, covered in polychrome glaze.
Restoration to several areas. Lenci/Torino paper label. 11 3/4" x 5 1/2" x
5 1/4" |
600 |
1,116 |
| 174 |
MATILDA FLOGL for WIENER WERKSTATTE faience sculpture of a rider on
rearing horse, covered in green, indigo and white glazes. Restoration to
horse leg, and whip. Stamped WW/Made in Austria/252, with impressed star
or flower. 8 1/2" x 9" |
800 |
823 |
| 175 |
Painted plaster sculpture/model of a streamlined 1940s Scarab
automobile covered in black, gray and dark brown. (Provenance: Fifty/50
Gallery). Some minor chips and touch-ups. Unmarked. 4 1/2" x 15" x 6" |
2,300 |
2,350 |
| 176 |
Fine and large PAUL BOGATAY Art Deco terra cotta plaque, 1934, its
center decorated in cuerda seca with polo players in reddish-brown, teal,
umber and black glazes against a white ground. (Wall sculpture designed
for the Ohio State University natatorium). (Provenance: Estate of the
artist). A few glaze bubbles to white background and some chips to back
edge. Incised Bogatay/34 on reverse. 16" dia. |
3,000 |
2,938 |
| 179 |
Fine and large PRIMAVERA (France) Art Deco bulbous vessel with four
oval panels depicting a nude woman in various poses, covered in brown and
gunmetal glaze against a celadon ground with mottled cobalt design.
Incised Primavera/France/550, with 48-62 in ink. 16 1/2" x 10 1/2" |
2,000 |
2,468 |
| 180 |
RUSSEL WRIGHT spun aluminum torchere with trumpet shade and wooden
knob switch. Some dents to base. Unmarked. 64 3/4" x 11 1/4" |
600 |
323 |
| 181 |
French Art Deco bronzed hanging fixture with four sockets, its
circular shade inset with slag glass roundels in purple, caramel and
ivory, supported by a notched metal frame with berry and leaf motif.
Unmarked. 34 1/2" x 16" |
1,500 |
1,645 |
| 182 |
Pair of French lamps, each with conical shade mounted on solid brass
shaft of faux-bamboo design, and raised circular base. Stamped "Jansen/9
Rue Royale". 34 3/4" x 9 1/2" |
1,000 |
4,406 |
| 183 |
Pair of ALMCO Egyptian Revival floriform torcheres of wrought iron
with hammered texture, and mica shades. (Great examples of rare,
hard-to-find pieces from this period in American design). Original finish
and mica. Almco Lamps tag. 64" x 12" dia. |
3,000 |
3,055 |
| 184 |
EMIL DUGAY Art Deco table lamp with flaring pink glass shade on a
bright chrome hemispheric base. (From the Chateau de Grenany in Lyons,
France). Unmarked. 13 1/2" x 11" |
1,000 |
588 |
| 185 |
JEAN VERSCHNEIDER French Art Deco bulbous vase, enamel-decorated with
strapwork and faceted medallions in orange and brown on a bronzed metal
ground. (From the Walter Chrysler Collection). Some dents and wear to
finish. Artist-signed on foot. 12 1/4" x 7 1/4" |
1,000 |
1,293 |
| 187 |
Fine CHARLES CATTEAU for BOCH FRERES bulbous stoneware vase with
strapwork pattern and stylized flowers in dark brown on an ochre matte
ground. Green ink stamps, "Boch Freres/Keramis/Made in Belgium/Ch.
Catteau" with numbers, and incised "Gres Keramis". 10 1/4" x 6" |
800 |
2,115 |
| 189 |
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" |
600 |
940 |
| 190 |
FADA RADIO model no. 44 with orange bakelite housing, ribbed tuning
and volume knobs, and square dial. Fada Radio label. 5 1/2" x 9" x 4" |
600 |
2,115 |
| 191 |
GENERAL ELECTRIC alarm clock with spherical face and ribbed orange
bakelite housing. Marked on face and backplate. 4 1/2" x 4 1/4" |
600 |
353 |
| 192 |
Ten-piece cocktail set comprising a shaker with monogrammed cap and
vessel transfer-printed with drink recipes, eight clear wire glass
tumblers, and a spherical bright chrome stand with pivoting ring holders
and clear wire glass panels. (All original). A few minor scratches to
glasses. Unmarked. 24 1/2" x 25" dia. |
400 |
881 |
| 193 |
"Cobra" desk lamp with shallow dome shade, reflector, and three-sided
shaft with applied boomerangs, on a circular base. 1" break to rim of
reflector. Unmarked. 12 1/2" x 12" |
400 |
353 |
| 194 |
VINTAGE airplane desk lamp with cobalt glass fuselage and bright
chrome wings, propellers, and tail, riveted to a chrome platform base, in
working condition. Marked with RAISED PATENT INFO ON BOTTOM OF FUSELAGE. 7
3/4" x 11 3/4" x 13" |
500 |
1,058 |
| 195 |
Fine and rare Austrian Secessionist table lamp with two sockets, its
base of embossed and pierced bronze with Glasgow roses on a mahogany frame
and blown art glass stem, topped by a hemispherical art glass shade with
oilspot pattern. Re-wired. Unmarked. 27" x 10 1/2" |
7,500 |
8,225 |
| 196 |
The following five lots of Gilbert Rohde furniture were purchased from
the estate of the original owner, who acquired them in 1936: GILBERT ROHDE
for HERMAN MILLER four-drawer rosewood veneer chest with ivory laminate
case and tubular black metal horizontal pulls, on black laminate base.
Herman Miller metal tag. 31 1/2" x 45" x 18" |
3,000 |
2,468 |
| 196A |
GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER four-drawer rosewood veneer chest, en
suite with preceding. Small chip to laminate on top front corner. Herman
Miller metal tag. 31 1/2" x 45" x 18" |
3,000 |
1,763 |
| 198 |
Set of six GILBERT ROHDE channel-back dining chairs, two arm- and four
side-, the armchairs re-upholstered in blue-gray vinyl with light blue
piping, the side chairs upholstered in reverse color scheme. Unmarked.
Armchairs: 31 1/2" x 23 1/2" x 24, side chairs: 32 1/2" x 19" x 19" |
2,500 |
2,115 |
| 200 |
GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER burlwood and mahogany veneer china
cabinet, with illuminated and mirrored top with two sliding glass doors
and adjustable glass shelf, over two-door cabinet with recessed pulls and
two shelves. Stenciled 3725. 60 1/2" x 36" x 16 1/2" |
1,500 |
1,998 |
| 201 |
GILBERT ROHDE for HERMAN MILLER "Paldao" flip-top console/dining table
on tapering legs, with two leaves and a fifth leg. Re-glued crack to one
rear leg. Stenciled 4166. Closed: 29 1/4" x 36" x 20" |
900 |
881 |
| 202 |
PAUL FRANKL coffee table with biomorphic laminated cork top on four
curved plank legs. Some minor chipping to laminate and nicks to legs.
Stenciled 5005-#156. 14 1/4" x 46 3/4" x 36" |
1,000 |
1,293 |
| 203 |
PAUL FRANKL side table with cork-veneer triangular top over oblong
mahogany veneer lower shelf and four tapered legs. Non-original buff paint
to top, and new finish to base. Stenciled number. 24" x 25" x 27" |
400 |
558 |
| 204 |
PAUL FRANKL cocktail table with circular laminated cork top on four
square cut-out legs. Stenciled number. 14 1/4" x 48" dia. |
1,000 |
1,528 |
| 208 |
WOLFGANG HOFFMANN for HOWELL three-piece sectional davenport, c. 1936,
with tubular chrome frame, its back, side, and spring-seat cushions
upholstered in slunkskin and black leather. (A great pre-war design).
Unmarked. 31" x 79 1/2" x 28 1/2" |
2,000 |
3,525 |
| 209 |
WOLFGANG HOFFMANN for HOWELL circular dining table with layered black
laminate top on tubular chrome support mounted in a cast-iron base. 1"
split to laminate and a couple of very minor scratches. Howell decal. 29
1/4" x 60" |
1,200 |
705 |
| 210 |
WOLFGANG HOFFMANN for HOWELL dining table with black-enameled
rectangular top on bright chrome tubular base. Minor scratches and
chipping to enamel. Howell decal. 28 1/2" x 58 1/2" x 33 3/4" |
900 |
588 |
| 211 |
Pair of GILBERT ROHDE for TROY SUNSHADE two-tiered end tables with
chrome-trimmed black laminate surface on tubular chrome base. Unmarked. 22
1/4" x 17 3/4" x 28" |
600 |
588 |
| 212 |
Two tubular chrome side tables: one possibly by Gilbert Rohde with
black-enameled rectangular top, the other with circular black laminate top
and four-column shaft on black metal cruciform base with block supports.
Both unmarked. 20" x 28 1/2" x 16 1/2" and 24 1/2" x 24 1/4" |
600 |
470 |
| 213 |
GILBERT ROHDE black lacquered serving/bar cart with utensil holder and
lower shelf, on tubular chrome frame. (Provenance: Francis Cary Gallery).
Some chipping to lacquer around edges, missing several screws. Unmarked.
33" x 32 3/4" x 17 1/2" |
1,200 |
1,116 |
| 214 |
Pair of WOLFGANG HOFFMANN for HOWELL lounge chairs, each with tubular
chrome frame, seat and back cushions upholstered in dark brown brushed
fabric with red trim, and black enameled armrests (nicks). Howell decals.
34" x 24 1/2" x 32" |
600 |
881 |
| 215 |
Two tubular chrome pieces: WOLFGANG HOFFMANN for HOWELL lounge chair
and ROYAL CHROME settee, each with dark brown brushed fabric seat and back
cushions, and black enameled armrests. Some pitting to metal on settee.
Chair has remnant of Howell decal. Lounge chair: 34" x 24 1/2" x 32",
settee: 32" x 47 3/4" x 36" |
800 |
646 |
| 216 |
Set of six KEM WEBER for LLOYD tubular chrome armchairs, each with
seat cushion and back pad upholstered in a dark brown brushed fabric.
Unmarked. 31 1/2" x 19 1/2" x 21" |
900 |
529 |
| 217 |
Set of six KEM WEBER for LLOYD tubular chrome armchairs, en suite with
preceding. Unmarked. 31 1/2" x 19 1/2" x 21" |
900 |
529 |
| 218 |
Pair of KEM WEBER for LLOYD tubular chrome armchairs, each with seat
cushion and back pad upholstered in a rose-colored brushed fabric.
Unmarked. 31 1/2" x 19 1/2" x 21" |
200 |
235 |
| 219 |
SALTERINI plant stand with flared metal insert, buttressed holder, and
flowering shaft on stepped circular base. Stamped "John B. Salterini". 42
1/2" x 9 3/4" |
600 |
588 |
| 222 |
Small two-drawer desk, probably French, with wood top and drawer
fronts, mirrored center panel, and blue glass sides on notched metal frame
with pyramidal pulls. Unmarked. 27 1/2" x 25 3/4" x 22 3/4" |
800 |
646 |
| 222A |
ROSSI enameled metal table in royal blue with circular chrome-trimmed
top and cylindrical pedestal base. Unmarked. 27 1/2" x 36" dia. |
800 |
470 |
| 223 |
Exceptional GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut Conoid Bench with back, with
hickory spindles and free-edge seat with three rosewood butterfly keys, on
tapering dowel legs. (A particularly fine example of this form).
(Provenance available). Unmarked. 29 1/2" x 86" x 26 1/2" |
16,000 |
31,725 |
| 224 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut double-shelf unit with open back, each with
two adjustable shelves. (Provenance: Estate of Irving Kornblut). 59" x 60"
x 10" |
3,000 |
3,819 |
| 225 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut coffee table with naturally-occluded
free-edge top on plank base with two tapering dowel legs. Small ring stain
to top, some small chips to underside of free-edge. Pencil-marked
"Original Lubowitz". 13" x 63 1/2" x 24 1/4" |
6,000 |
7,638 |
| 226 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut armless settee with spindled back and two
loose cushions (one shown) upholstered in woven coral fabric, on tapering
dowel legs. (From the original owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 36"
x 48" x 30 3/4" |
2,000 |
2,350 |
| 227 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut armless settee, en suite with preceding.
Unmarked. 36" x 48" x 30 3/4" |
2,000 |
2,703 |
| 228 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA cherry night stand with lined drawer
and open shelf on flaring dowel legs. (From the estate of the original
owner). Unmarked. 21" x 20" x 20" |
2,500 |
2,350 |
| 229 |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA single pedestal cherry desk with three
drawers, cantilevered rectangular top and two flaring dowel legs. (From
the estate of the original owner, bears his name). 31" x 48" x 26" |
4,500 |
4,700 |
| 230 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut ottoman on flaring dowel legs, with tufted
black leather-upholstered cushion (missing two buttons). (From the
original owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 14 1/2" x 24 1/4" sq. |
1,500 |
1,410 |
| 231 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA lounge chair with spindled back and one free-edge
arm, with loose seat and tufted back cushions upholstered in ochre
leather. (From the original owner. Provenance available). 1" chip to edge
of arm. Unmarked. 30 1/2" x 31 1/2" x 34 1/4" |
3,000 |
2,938 |
| 232 |
Fine GEORGE NAKASHIMA Conoid walnut lounge chair with hickory
spindles, original webbed seat support, with cushions. (From the original
owner, purchased from Nakashima Studios in the mid-1960s. Provenance
available). Light wear to one outer edge of seat. Unmarked. 33 3/4" x 33
3/4" x 32" |
7,000 |
9,400 |
| 233 |
Fine and unusual GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut coffee table with free-form
burlwood top with single butterfly key, on three tapering dowel legs.
(From the original owner. Provenance available). Marked with owner's name
on bottom. 12 1/4" x 40 1/2" x 20 1/2" |
8,000 |
9,988 |
| 234 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut side table with wedge-shaped top with one
free-edge, on three tapering dowel legs mortised through the top. (From
the original owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 21 1/2" x 26 3/4" x
20 1/4" |
1,000 |
2,585 |
| 235 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut side table with triangular top on three
tapering dowel legs. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Unmarked. 12" x 13 1/2" x 15 1/2" |
1,000 |
1,645 |
| 236 |
Rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA rosewood side table with free-form top on three
tapering dowel legs. (The first time we've seen this form in rosewood).
(From the original owner. Provenance available). Unmarked. 11 1/2" x 13
1/2" x 18" |
1,000 |
1,645 |
| 237 |
MIRA NAKASHIMA walnut side table, 1981, with triangular top with one
free-edge, on three tapering dowel legs. (Mira was working with her father
at the studio, at the time this piece was executed). (From the original
owner. Provenance available). Signed Mira, 6/6/81, with SR. 12" x 13 1/4"
x 15" |
1,000 |
2,350 |
| 238 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut side table with triangular top with one
free-edge, on three tapering dowel legs. (From the original owner.
Provenance available). Unmarked. 11 3/4" x 15 1/4" x 16 1/2" |
1,000 |
2,350 |
| 239 |
GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut side table with wedge-shaped top on three
tapering dowel legs. (From the original owner. Provenance available).
Marked with owner's name on bottom. 12 1/4" x 21 1/4" x 13 3/4" |
1,000 |
1,763 |
| 239A |
Fine and large GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut dining table, 1962, with
boat-shaped, double-plank top with four rosewood butterfly keys, on
trestle base with through-tenon stretcher. (Provenance available). Marked
with original owner's name on bottom. 29" x 84" x 39 1/2" |
8,000 |
11,750 |
| 239B |
Handsome GEORGE NAKASHIMA burled table lamp with Minguren-style base
and original shade. (From a private New York collection.) Unmarked. 30" x
15" dia. |
4,000 |
6,463 |
| 239C |
Fine and rare GEORGE NAKASHIMA walnut floor lamp. (This hard-to-find
form came from a private New York collection, and retains its original
shade and a nicely-sculpted free-form base). Unmarked. 60" x 15" dia. |
8,000 |
10,575 |
| 240 |
Fine and rare VLADIMIR KAGAN biomorphic "Cloud" sofa,
fully-upholstered in finely woven fabric with undulating pattern in red,
pink and gray, with three matching throw pillows. (A very rare and
desirable Kagan form). Small 1/2" hole to fabric on one side. Unmarked. On
casters: 24 1/2" x 116" x 42" |
8,000 |
12,925 |
| 243 |
Pair of fine VLADIMIR KAGAN for GROSFELD HOUSE cherry nightstands,
each with contoured cabinet door with ebony inlay, and two adjustable
shelves on a sculpted whalebone base. Some nicks and light scratches.
Unmarked. 21 3/4" x 28" x 16" |
2,500 |
2,350 |
| 244 |
Fine and rare VLADIMIR KAGAN for GROSFELD HOUSE cherry bench with
channeled surface on a sculpted whalebone base. Some nicks and scratches.
Grosfeld House factory tag. 11 1/2" x 72" x 16" |
2,500 |
2,585 |
| 246 |
Fine VLADIMIR KAGAN for GROSFELD HOUSE walnut king-size bed with
sculpted caned headboard and two co-joined twin-size bed frames, on
casters. Unmarked. 36 3/4" x 83 3/4" x 80" |
2,000 |
1,880 |
| 247 |
Fine VLADIMIR KAGAN sofa with sloping sides, upholstered in black wool
on a sculpted walnut base. Unmarked. 27 3/4" x 107" x 27 1/4" |
4,000 |
3,819 |
| 250 |
Fine VLADIMIR KAGAN walnut roll-top desk with ovoid tambour top
enclosing brown leather-covered writing surface and cubbies to one side,
over single tambour-front drawer with fitted interior, on plexiglass legs
with bright chrome struts. Vladimir Kagan Designs foil label. 35" x 44
1/2" x 24" |
1,500 |
1,880 |
| 251 |
VLADIMIR KAGAN L-shaped sofa upholstered in gray velvet on plexiglass
base. Some minor stains and discoloration to upholstery. Vladimir Kagan
Designs, Inc., factory tag. 26 3/4" x 88 1/2" x 60" |
2,000 |
3,408 |
| 251A |
VLADIMIR KAGAN two-piece sectional sofa upholstered in gray velvet on
plexiglass base. Some minor stains and discoloration to upholstery.
Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc., factory tag. 27" x 30" x 32" and 27" x 72" x
32" |
2,000 |
1,998 |
| 252 |
GEORGE NELSON for HERMAN MILLER armless sofa with tufted back and seat
upholstered in gray boucle fabric, on an angular chrome-plated steel base.
Unmarked. 27" x 92" x 30" |
1,000 |
940 |
| 253 |
Fine MICHAEL COFFEY "Variations" sculptural wall-hanging
bar in Mozambique and white oak, with dovetailed-case construction,
drop-front door, and interior lined in white laminate with drop-down work
surface, illuminated compartment on one side, sliding double-shelf and
small drawer on the other. (Mounting instructions on back). Carved "M.
Coffey" on inside of door. 16" x 36" x 17 3/4" |
4,000 |
4,113 |
| 254 |
Fine MICHAEL COFFEY "Variations" sculptural wall-hanging shelf in
Mozambique and white oak. (Mounting instructions on back). Unmarked. 4
1/4" x 36" x 12" |
700 |
646 |
| 255 |
PAUL EVANS PE31 single-door cube cabinet with riveted copper, bronze
and pewter patchwork case with slate top, red and black painted interior
with single shelf. Unmarked. 26 3/4" x 20" sq. |
900 |
1,116 |
| 255A |
Unusual PAUL EVANS circular bar with recessed slate top and base, its
exterior covered with brass, copper and pewter riveted patchwork, its
interior covered in wood veneer. Unmarked. 37 1/4" x 26 1/4" dia. |
800 |
470 |
| 256 |
Cement sculpture of a stylized horse head after an original work by
GEORGES BRAQUE in the 1940s. Unmarked. 17 1/4" x 34 1/2" |
1,000 |
2,468 |
| 258 |
Early and rare HARRY BERTOIA brass-washed wire mobile comprised of
twelve interlocking ovals forming a helix, c. 1950. (A gift to the
consignor from Harry Bertoia). Unmarked. 28 1/4" x 13 1/4" |
12,000 |
14,100 |
| 259 |
Extremely early, rare HARRY BERTOIA welded outdoor sculpture on
circular base, with flaring and elongated geometric forms arranged along a
narrow shaft, and two separate components of similar composition balanced
above it, with five counterweights. New matching base, rusting and
pitting. Unmarked. Approx. 120" h x 40" |
10,000 |
14,100 |
| 260 |
Large and rare HARRY BERTOIA steel and bronze floor sculpture from the
NYC Knoll showroom, with a series of interconnected rods fitted with
rectangular, triangular, and diamond-shaped forms. (Of very intricate
design, these sculptures were displayed in the Knoll showrooms along with
the Knoll "Bertoia Collection" introduced in 1952. Ref: June Kompass
Nelson, "Harry Bertoia, Printmaker"). Unmarked. 44 1/2" x 21" x 11 1/4" |
14,000 |
21,150 |
| 261 |
Extremely early, rare HARRY BERTOIA welded outdoor sculpture on
circular base comprised of a narrow shaft with conical tip, and two
balancing arcs. New matching base, rusting and pitting. Unmarked. 72" x
59" |
6,000 |
5,581 |
| 262 |
Rare HARRY BERTOIA wire and metal table sculpture with rectangular top
and base mounted with a series of rods with square and trapezoidal
elements. A few broken/missing pieces. Unmarked. 7 3/4" x 12" x 1 1/4" |
1,000 |
2,468 |
| 263 |
PRESTINI walnut turned wood circular platter. Branded "Prestini". 12
1/2" dia. |
800 |
881 |
| 264 |
Monumental PRESTINI walnut turned wood circular platter with low
footed base. Wear to surface, minor warping. Branded "Prestini", numbered
56. 25" dia. |
1,800 |
1,763 |
| 265 |
Spiral-bound copy of "Prestini's Art in Wood", with essay by Edgar
Kaufmann, Jr., The Museum of Modern Art, 1949, and published by The
Pocahontas Press, Lake Forest, IL, 1950. Includes b/w photographs of both
utilitarian and experimental designs. Some separation to binding, but
overall good condition. |
200 |
176 |
| 266 |
Limited-edition boxed set of thirty-one reproduction architectural
drawings by LUDWIG MIES VAN DER ROHE from the collection of The Museum of
Modern Art, with introduction and notes to the plates by Ludwig Glaeser.
Published by The Museum of Modern Art, 1969, and numbered 53/125, with
printed signature of the artist on edition page. Each sheet: 18" x 24
1/2" |
400 |
411 |
| 267 |
PIERRE JEANNERET for KNOLL "Scissor" chair with maple frame, circular
brass struts, and webbed support, with two loose fabric-upholstered
cushions (petrified foam, stains). Unmarked. 28 1/2" x 23" x 27" |
600 |
940 |
| 268 |
Pair of FLORENCE KNOLL for KNOLL dressers, each with woodgrain
laminate top and three louver-front drawers, on tubular black metal legs.
Normal wear. Unmarked. 27 3/4" x 36" x 18" |
1,500 |
1,410 |
| 269 |
FLORENCE KNOLL for KNOLL L-shaped secretarial desk with rectangular
woodgrain laminate top, three blind drawers, and cabinet with three
slide-out cubbied shelves, on angular black metal frame, with EERO
SAARINEN office chair (in as-is condition, not pictured). Some minor
scratches to top and a few small veneer chips to drawer fronts, minor
pitting to metal. Unmarked. 29" x 66" x 77" |
1,000 |
999 |
| 270 |
MARCEL BREUER for KNOLL "Wassily" chair with dark brown hard leather
seat, back and side straps, on tubular chrome frame. Unmarked. 28 1/2" x
31" x 26" |
600 |
646 |
| 271 |
PIERRE JEANNERET for KNOLL end table with white formica top and metal
frame, single black fiberglass drawer, wooden sides, back and bottom. (A
very rare piece). Unmarked. 18" x 18 1/4" x 16 1/4" |
800 |
1,410 |
| 272 |
Rare ISAMU NOGUCHI for KNOLL teak Rocking Stool with chrome-plated
wire shaft. (The smaller of two sizes produced, this piece is a
particularly rare design and one which reveals Noguchi's fascination with
balance and structure). Some minor pitting to metal. Unmarked. 11 1/2" x
14" |
6,000 |
11,750 |
| 273 |
Historically-important ISAMU NOGUCHI drawings chronicling the
evolution of the Rocking Stool. This lot includes a photocopied letter
dated Oct. 29, 1955, introducing Knoll to a drawing of the wood turning
top and bottom of the Rocking Stool and bears the photocopied signature,
"Isamu". Also included are three pages of free-hand pencil drawings by
Noguchi illustrating the various developmental stages of the Rocking
Stool, including a detail of a metal doughnut base, several competing
support ideas, engineering details and a personal note asking, "Claire,
where is Bertoia?". One page has "Noguchi" written across the top.
Additionally, there is a large blueprint detailing mechanical specifics of
the Rocking Stool. Written in the lower left is a note to Charles
Niedringhaus (sp?), stating: "Dear Charles/Here is my idea of how a really
cheap rocking stool can be made using present wire welded support. I
suggest metal stamping which, if made in quantity, can become extremely
cheap. Please get this properly drawn up--and show it to Shov--if you can
locate him/My address next Monday is Wohn De Dart, Talstasse, Zurich".
Dated and signed in the lower right, "Noguchi Rocking Stool/1/16/56". And
finally, a Knoll furniture development drawing detailing the Rocking
Stools and the Children's Tables with dimensions and identification
numbers, stamped signature from Knoll Associates Incorporated, 575 Madison
Avenue, New York 22 NY, and dated 1/19/56. |
12,000 |
14,100 |
| 277 |
Museum of Modern Art "Organic Design," 1941, the seminal competition
catalog, listing the design winners, complete with jacket. |
300 |
353 |
| 278 |
Four catalogs: three Museum of Modern Art productions including "Aalto
- Architecture and Furniture," 1938; "Charles Eames - Furniture from the
Design Collection," 1973; "Marcel Breuer - Furniture and Interiors," 1983;
and Artek-Pascoe, Inc. catalog, 1941. |
300 |
294 |
| 279 |
Four catalogs: "A Modern Consciousness: by D.J. De Pree and Florence
Knoll; Knoll International Catalog; "Gabo/Pevsner" 1948, MOMA, and
"Architektur und Wohn Form," 1951. |
200 |
235 |
| 280 |
Two Knoll-Drake catalogs: Furniture and Fabrics, and folio of
interesting letters and designs, 1956, relating to production history of
Knoll at that time. |
300 |
1,293 |
| 281 |
HARRY BERTOIA ephemera including nine 8" x 10" black and white
photographs of sculptures in Bertoia sudio, c. 1955, Staempfli Gallery
catalog, 1968; exhibition in Caracas, 1977; exhibition pamphlet and poster
for Knoll, 1952, early GEORGE NAKASHIMA catalog, and more. |
400 |
470 |
| 282 |
FLORENCE KNOLL for KNOLL bentwood desk box with two bentwood tray on
swiveling shaft, and two enameled ashtrays. Knoll Associates labels to
ashtrays. |
400 |
411 |
| 283 |
Lot of five HERMAN MILLER advertisements designed by graphic designer
GEORGE TSCHERNY, featuring designs by GEORGE NELSON and CHARLES EAMES.
(Produced 1953-56). |
300 |
235 |
| 284 |
Lot of six HERMAN MILLER advertisements, most designed by graphic
designer GEORGE TSCHERNY, featuring the "Thin Edge" series, "Steelframe
Seating Collection", "Executive Office Group", and "Chaise" by GEORGE
NELSON. (Produced 1953-56). |
300 |
235 |
| 285 |
Two catalogs designed by GEORGE TSCHERNY, graphic designer for GEORGE
NELSON AND ASSOCIATES: "Mathematica: A world of numbers ... and beyond",
from an exhibit designed by CHARLES and RAY EAMES, presented by IBM; and
"ABC of Modern Furniture" published by Herman Miller, with corporate
mailing envelope. (Produced 1953-56). |
300 |
176 |
| 286 |
Eight HERMAN MILLER ephemera pieces, most by graphic designer GEORGE
TSCHERNY, comprising five brochures featuring the designs of GEORGE NELSON
and CHARLES EAMES, a hang-tag for The Steelframe Collection, and two
corporate mailers. (Produced 1953-56). |
300 |
411 |
| 287 |
DOROTHY BECKER red clay figural sculpture, "Onlooker", 1992, of a
crouching man wearing a baseball cap. (Provenance: Atelier Dore). Incised
D. Becker/'92, with title. 16" x 8 3/4" |
400 |
235 |
| 288 |
JOE MARISCAL glazed earthenware sculpture, "Nodding Off", 1984, of a
man yawning with tattoos of a purple rose on his chest and the words "El
Parandero" on his arm. A couple of firing lines to back, touch-up to one
ear. Incised 84/Mariscal on back. 11 3/4" x 10 1/4" |
700 |
823 |
| 290 |
Two RICHARD SHAW bisque porcelain sculptures: small dish with
marbelized glaze and fragment of five-dollar bill, 1994 (firing lines);
and life-size hamburger on plate with knife and french fry, 1995 (firing
line and hairline to knife). (Provenance: the artist). Both signed/dated.
Dia.: 5 3/4" and 7 3/4" |
600 |
558 |
| 291 |
Three CLAYTON BAILEY Funk ceramic sculptures: "Target" pistol with
upturned nozzle (a few nicks, overall, and possible restoration to bullet
chamber); "Toxic Waste" tile, 1999, with skull and crossbones; and
transfer-printed sixteen dollar bill with self-portrait of artist under
"The Sacramento Light Rail Teen Street". (From the artist's collection).
All marked. Tile: 5 1/2" sq. |
125 |
118 |
| 292 |
Two RICHARD SHAW bisque porcelain sculptures: plate with hot dog on
bun, and french fries, 1995; and a cupcake with candle alongside a
matchbook and torn page from a dictionary, on tiletop, 1990 (firing line
to matchbook and to tile). (From the artist's collection). Both
signed/dated. 2 1/2" x 9" and 3" x 7" sq. |
600 |
529 |
| 297 |
HOWARD KOTTLER earthenware sculpture, "Paisley Cup", 1973, depicting a
coffee cup embedded in a rectangular block, with blue paisley decal
decoration. (Provenance: Garth Clark Gallery, also illustrated on page 60
of Patricia Failing's book, "Howard Kottler: Face to Face"). Marked S-72.
4 1/2" x 6 1/2" x 4 1/2" |
2,300 |
4,113 |
| 299 |
Fine ANTONIO PRIETO ovoid vase with small opening, decorated in
sgraffito with a scale-like pattern covered in thick matte yellow glaze
over gunmetal ground. Signed Prieto. 10 1/4" x 5 1/2" |
1,200 |
2,703 |
| 300 |
EDGAR LITTLEFIELD bowl, 1942, slip-decorated in the Persian style with
a stylized peacock within a lotus medallion, in turquoise and purple.
(Littlefield worked with Arthur Baggs in the Ceramics department at Ohio
State University, and their work was considered to be very experimental,
particularly with regard to its oriental influences and glazes). Signed
EL/1942. 2 1/2" x 13" |
1,000 |
1,175 |
| 301 |
PETER VOULKOS stoneware ice bucket, 1973, with torn and flattened rim,
its body indented with three fissured areas covered in a cobalt blue
glaze. (From the Voulkos estate). Signed Voulkos/73 on base. 4 3/4" x
7" |
2,300 |
3,055 |
| 302 |
BEATRICE WOOD flaring bowl covered with sheer yellow and brown flambe
glazes on redware body. Small chip below outer rim. BEATO in ink. 3" x 10"
dia. |
400 |
764 |
| 303 |
Fine and unusual RICHARD DeVORE bowl-form with an interior crater-like
opening covered by a tier with deep firing lines in matte gray
faux-crackled glaze. (Provenance: gift from the artist). Unmarked. 5" x 12
3/4" |
3,500 |
7,050 |
| 305 |
Large F. CARLTON BALL/AARON BOHROD bulbous vase decorated with incised
and painted nudes balancing on horses, in white on a brown and ivory
ground. Signed by both artists. 13 1/4" x 8" |
1,000 |
1,880 |
| 306 |
TOSHIKO TAKAEZU stoneware bowl with straight sides, painted with a
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