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Pierre Cardin Chrome Pivoting Table Lamp
This rarely seen Pierre Cardin chrome table lamp is controlled internally by a mercury switch. This feature allows one to illuminate the lamp by tilting it downward. When the lamp is in the upright position, it is off. It rests upon an altuglass base and is an extraordinary example of innovative form and function. 1.7″ Height of the acrylic base 21″ Height with base 19″ W lamp without the base Source: Tajan Design and Architecture Auction Paris Jeudi 6 Juin 2013 – Lot 78 (Artist Confirmed the Attribution of this Work).
H: 21″ x W: 19″ x D: 5″
Polk Stoneware Footed Decorative Bowl / Vide Poche with Sgraffito Decoration
Heavily textured footed bowl with sgraffito and pinhole decoration throughout. Black interior glaze has a subtle metallic sheen and features a thin circular band with incised triangular and linear detail. Signed “Polk” with a model number “SS2” to the feet.
Height: 4 in.
Diameter: 6.75 in.
Pollack Studio Pottery Vase in Orange and Charcoal
Studio Pottery vase in attractive color palette of orange, yellow and charcoal, circa 1970s. Crude / asymmetrical form by design with crazing from age / firing.
Unsigned but attributed to Pollack, given the provenance.
Height: 6″
Width: 5.5″
Depth: 4″
Internal Notes – P10
Post-Impressionist Sag Harbor Interior Study Watercolor by Barbara Hadden
Post-Impressionist-Style watercolor on canvas depicting a Sag Harbor, NY home interior scene by painter, Barbara Hadden (Sag Harbor, NY ca. 1970s). This is a departure for the otherwise realist painter, given its abstract, yet primitive quality and bold color usage. The piece highlights the kitchen space with lesser emphasis on the two seated figures in the foyer. Hadden’s pieces not only reference a bygone era, but also emphasize landscapes, interiors, and architecture as the focal points; human subjects are scarcely seen and when they are present, as in this example, they serve as featureless backdrops.
There are a couple of scuffs to the canvas, as shown. Otherwise, the piece is in very fine, vintage condition.
Signed “Barbara Hadden”
Measures: H: 24.5″ x L: 20.5″ x D: 1.38″.
Post-Modernist Polished Brass Geometric Vase by James Johnston for Balos
Postmodern geometric brass vases by James Johnston for Balos, which operated in both Hong Kong and Taiwan, ca. 1980.
Unique, elegant objet d’art with a triangular opening for use as vase. Base retains its black-felt and “Balos Tawian” manufacturing tag.
Newly polished; only light patina/wear remains, as shown. Additionally, the interior shows tarnish/wear from use.
Larger version of the two sizes manufactured:
H: 9.63″ x L: 13″ x D: 13″.
Postmodern Leather “East Side” Sofa Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll
Memphis-Style/Postmodern two-seat sofa designed in 1983 by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll for the “East Side” collection.
Original leather in two-tone green and black with an aluminum and steel base.
The two cylindrical bolsters are mounted to steel brackets on the top of the frame. This is an interesting design element that gives the piece a sculptural uniqueness in addition to added support.
Very good, vintage condition with light patina to the black cushions, a couple of spots of wear to the base, and one scuff to the back, as shown.
Foam is sound and no restoration work needs to be done to the piece.
Height: 33.75″/28″ discounting brackets or bolsters
Length: 52.5″
Depth: 30.25″/28.5″ discounting seat cushions that protrude out beyond the frame
Seat Height: 16.5″
Arm Height: 28″
Postmodern Verdigris Finish Floor Lamp with Brass Shade and Tripod Base
Metal floor lamp with verdigris patina, brass embellishments and the original brass shade, all supported by a tripod base (ca. 1980s, USA). Excellent, vintage condition sans minor spots of loss to the applied verdigris finish, as shown, along with rich patina / light scuffs to the shade, otherwise in original condition.
Measures: Height: 49″ x Diameter: 23.25″
The height of the verdigris stem / base alone discounting the brass stem and socket: 42″
Overall height (to finial): 49″
Diameter of shade: 23.25″
Height of shade: 3.25″
Base length: 16″
Base depth: 15″.
Poul Hundevad Rosewood Modular Bar Cart
This versatile 1960s Danish modern rosewood bar cart has two functions: The piece can be assembled in a standard bar cart fashion (two, symmetrical tiers) or the bottom tier can be removed to form a longer surface on the top. The Danish control seal and manufacturer seal (Poul Hundevad Vamdrup) are on the underside of the first tier. Maximum length when extended is 59″. Excellent, refinished condition – no flaws.
H: 23.25″ x W: 29.5″ x D: 20″
Poul Nørreklit Low Rosewood Extension Table for Georg Petersens
Poul Nørreklit designed this low table for Georg Petersens in the 1960s. Given its uniquely low height (27″ overall, 24.25″ to the apron), it was designed for dining use with suitably low chairs or as a work table / desk. Bookmatched rosewood top boasts vibrant color and grain nicely contrasted by the chromed-steel bases. The full restoration of this piece included the professional re-chroming of the bases. The Danish control tag is present along with the Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik label.
When not in use, the 23.5″ leaf conveniently stores under the tabletop.
Measures: Total length with the leaf: 86.5″
Length without the leaf: 63″.
There is a line on the surface resembling a crease, which resulted from the rosewood veneer application (see images). Otherwise, the piece is in very nice, restored condition, with only minor surface wear.
Height: 27 in.
Width: 86.5 in.
Depth: 35.5 in.
Primitive American Folk Art Carved Lion
This carved wooden lion sculpture boats wonderful detail and is a nice example of mid-20th century American Folk Art. At one point, the wood was stained ebony, which has faded over time and has almost a blue-grey tinge.
H: 5.25 x L: 10.25 x D: 5