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Drexel Walnut and Cane Coffee Table or Cabinet
This 1960s low coffee table was designed and manufactured by Drexel for the Heritage Line. It features four cane-front doors that all open to reveal a shared storage. Patinated brass capped feet and cabinet pulls. Finished on all sides, the back mimics the front, sans the pulls.
Condition Notes: Good. Nice, refinished condition – two scuffs to surface remain.
H: 15.5″ x W: 48″ x D: 18″
Duo of Mid-Century Decorative Ice Buckets by Georges Briard
Set of two Georges Briard ice buckets (1950s, USA) composed of Pyrex glass insulated buckets with decorated metal and brass tops fitted into brass caddies (one has a two handles, the other a single, adjustable handle). Wear consistent with age and use — there is considerable brass plate loss, as shown, along with scuffs / paint loss to the black insulated ‘buckets.’ However, interiors are clean with no wear to note.
Slight length disparity (the two handled bucket is 8″ long, the single handled bucket is 7″).
8ʺW × 7ʺD × 7ʺH
Duo of Sculptural Rosewood Jewelry Boxes by Richard Rothbard
Set of two vintage Richard Rothbard jewelry boxes. Early examples when artist’s studio was in Sugar Loaf, NY (later works were made in New Jersey). Solid Padauk (an African rosewood) with drawers that open to reveal shallow storage compartments. (One drawer / box).
Rich color and exquisite rosewood texture.
Excellent, vintage condition with no flaws.
Small: H 1.25″ x L 5.75″ x D 3.25″
Large: H 1″ x L 8.5″ x D 3.1″
Listed specs are for the two stacked.
Signed.
Dyrlund Danish Teak & Glass Credenza
This Dyrlund credenza is comprised of a teak cabinet with two sliding glass doors, which open to reveal two removable shelves (one/side). Nice sculptural pulls and solid teak bases. The piece is in excellent, vintage condition.
H: 34″ x W: 69.5″ x D: 14.75″
Early ‘Grasshopper’ Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates
Eero Saarinen’s iconic ‘Grasshopper’ chair designed for Knoll Associates. Early example (circa late 1940s), as indicated by the early ‘Knoll Associates’ decal. Composed of bentwood arms / legs in laminated birch plywood which support the upholstered seat / back. Birch is in original condition, and shows only slight wear (minor nicks / light general wear). Seat has been reupholstered in a light grey tweed upholstery and foam has been replaced.
Incredible lines and curvaceous form, this lounge chair is a conversation piece that shows well from all angles.
Measures:
H 35.75″ x W 26.75″ x D 29.5″
Arm height 22.75″
Seat height (lowest) 11.5″
Seat height (edge) 16″.
Early ‘Nesso’ Table Lamp Designed by Giancarlo Mattioli for Artemide
Early example (late 1960s) ‘Nesso’ table lamp designed by Giancarlo Mattioli and Gruppo Architetti Urbanisti for Artemide. Unlike the later re-issues of this iconic lamp, this example was formed using ABS Thermoplastic Injection molding technology. Mushroom shape composed of a flared stem with four sockets and wide ‘umbrella’ top. Excellent, vintage condition sans a small 1″ long crack by cord outlet. (Wear is in the back, and isn’t visible from the front.)
H: 13.25″ x Diameter: 21″
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Whimsy Chain
American whimsy chain with traditional ‘ball in cage’ decoration, circa early 20th century. Relatively small size: 10″ L x 1″ D x 1″ W. Charming piece of American Folk Art with nice, age-appropriate patina without any breaks / losses.
Early 20th Century American Painted Trunk or Blanket Chest
Wooden trunk / storage chest in maroon and black with a hinged top that opens to reveal three, removable boxes for storage. These boxes, vintage but later additions, can be removed for open storage. Solid brass hardware notes the date of manufacture as Nov 8, 1912. Chest itself is likely circa 1920. Markings / tags present to identify a previous owner. Good, vintage condition with patina to the brass and heavy surface scratches to the paint (particularly to the top, as indicated in the images).
H 18.5″ x W 35″ x D 20.5″
Early 20th Century Federico Paternina Advertising 42 Bottle Wine Racks in Cedar
Founded in 1896, Federico Paternina established his winery on a site featuring cellars dug in the 16th century in Ollauri, Rioja Alta.
These seven cedar racks, presumably early 20th Century promotional items, stack to form ample storage suitable for housing 42 bottles, the top section including a hinged top which opens to reveal the wood-burned company insignia, “F. Paternina.”
Good age and patina present with a few splits in the wood / light wear as shown.
Dimensions of the unit assembled: H: 29.5″ x L: 21.5″ x D: 9.63″
Dimensions of each rack: H: 4.25″ x L: 21.25″ x D: 9.5″.
Early 20th Century Folk Art Hand Carved and Painted Barn Whirligig / Birdhouse
American Folk Art whirligig / birdhouse, crafted to resemble a barn and silo, circa 1920s. Appealing colors and hand painted details. Alternating wooden ‘hammers’ move in an upward and downward motion by manually moving the windmill (presumably, a naturally occurring motion when outdoors, activated by the wind). Paint shows wear (crazing, loss in places and scratches). There are some corner chips, as well, as shown. Remains a functional, beautifully crafted piece of Folk Art.
H 17.25″ x W 12″ x D 7.25″
Early 20th Century Folk Art Hand-Painted Recipe Box
Circa 1930s wooden folk art recipe / decorative box in black with hand-painted heart / plant decoration in red, yellow, and green. Hinged top with functional metal clasp for opening and closing. Charming, practical work of folk art in good, vintage condition showing only minor wear consistent with age.
6.25ʺW × 3.1ʺD × 6ʺH