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‘Abaca’ Raffia Salad Set by Grainville of California
$250.00Circa 1950s ‘Abaca’ salad set by Grainville of California, each piece made from hand-loomed fiber, molded in plastic. The raffia / plastic pieces (discounting the tongs) count nine in total: four asymmetrical snack bowls, four ‘eye-shaped’ snack bowls, and one large salad serving bowl. The teak tongs (1960s Denmark) will be included with the set. Their unique shape and rich teak color correspond well with the lightness of the raffia and the interesting shapes of the bowls. Including the tongs, the set includes eleven pieces. Several of the bowls retain the Abaca Grainville stickers, as pictured.
Nice, vintage condition with only minor wear; no flaws to note.
Salad Serving Bowl: L: 18.75″ x D: 13″ x H: 3.5″
Asymmetrical Snack Bowls: L: 8.5″ x D: 5.75″ x H: 1.5″
Symmetrical Snack Bowls: L: 8.75″ x D: 6.5″ x H: 1.5″
Tongs: L: 14.75″ x D: 3.25 x H: .5″
‘Etcetera’ Chaise Lounge and Ottoman by Jan Ekselius for J.O. Carlsson
This visually striking, ergonomically-sound chaise lounge / lounge chair with ottoman was designed by Jan Ekselius for J. O. Carlsson, Vetlanda circa 1970 and epitomizes the marriage of form and function. A continuous ‘wave’ form made from molded steel and foam offers comfort and stability without compromising its form (the foam isn’t bulky, it is perfectly molded to the frame).
The foam and ochre velour zip-off upholstery covers are original. The upholstery has been professionally cleaned but light wear remains, as pictured. Additionally, there is a small hole and a snag to the velour on the chair, and a few tiny holes to the ottoman. A small piece of the ottoman’s plastic foot is missing, but does not compromise its stability and can only be detected if turned upside down. Overall, the set is in good, vintage condition, and the upholstery can be left as is with minor flaws.
Originally purchased by a noted NYC architect at Phillips Du Pury Auction in the 12/12/2001 modern sale. Includes original auction catalog.
Chair alone: D: 40.5″ x L: 24.25″ x H: 31.25″ x Seat Height: 11.5″
Ottoman alone: D: 18.5″ x L: 24.5″ x H: 16.5″
Specs provided are for chair alone.
1960s Jens Quistgaard Dansk Teak Serving Tray with Glass Inserts New in Box
Danish 1960s Jens Quistgaard teak lattice serving tray with green, tempered glass inserts. Each glass dish has feet, which fit perfectly into the grid.
The set is in excellent, vintage condition with only minor wear to the tray. Glass inserts are new in the boxes and have never been used. There is one small bubble to the edge of one of the inserts (factory, not a flaw).
Early example stamped JHQ Danmark on the tray.
Measures: Teak tray H 17.5″ x D 13.5″ x H 1.75
(with glass inserts added) H 2.25″
Inserts alone each measure: H 1.25″ x L 4.25″ D 4.25″.
H 2.25″ x W 17.5″ x D 13.5″
1960s Jens Quistgaard Dansk Teak Serving Tray With Inserts
$450.00Danish 1960s Jens Quistgaard teak lattice serving tray with green, tempered glass inserts. Each glass dish has feet, which fit perfectly into the grid.
Aside from one spot of loss to the edge of one of the inserts, the set is in excellent, vintage condition.
Early example stamped JHQ Danmark
Each dish measures H: 1.25″ x W: 4.25″ x D: 4.25″
1960s Per Iversen for Louis Poulsen Floor Lamp
$1,200.00An early example (circa 1967, Denmark) of Per Iversen’s ‘Combi’ Lamp for Louis Poulsen (model #28917). Composed of an all original black painted-metal stem, top cap, and base with restored shade in off-white painted-metal (color matched to the original). Very nice, vintage condition with only minor wear.
Retains ‘Louis Poulsen & Co. Made in Denmark’ label.
Measures: Shade diameter 14″
Base diameter 10″
Height 50.5″.
1960s PH5 Pendant Lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen
The iconic PH5 pendant lamp was designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen in 1958. This example is likely an early 1970s production in white with and blue and orange accents. Excellent, original condition, with no dents or scratches.
Diameter: 19″ x H: 12″
1960s Scandinavian Rya Rug
Long, vibrant Rya in orange, yellow, red, and brown. Wonderful texture and abstract lines artfully woven into the high pile. Expertly cleaned and in very good, vintage condition (there is some light strand loss around the yellow swath, as shown) .
Measures: L 8′ 9″ x D 6′.
1960s Small Danish Modern Silver-Plated and Green Enameled Decorative Bowl by Meka
$60.00Small green enamel and silver-plated bowl by Meka of Denmark, ca. 1960s. Can be used as a salt cellar, ring/jewelry dish, or vide poche for holding smaller accessories.
Newly polished condition; only light wear/scuffs remain.
H: 2.25″ x Diameter: 5.25″
1970s Danish Ceramic Tile and Teak Nesting Tables by Ox Art for Trioh
Trio of Ox Art teak nesting tables composed of a ceramic tile arrangement with circular spiral and linear pattern motif. The tables are well constructed, utilizing wood joinery techniques and internal dowels that hold each table in place. Signed and dated ‘Ox Art ’78.’
Measurements:
Small: H: 16.25″ x L: 20″ x D: 16.75″
Medium: H: 17″ x L: 22.25″ x D: 16.75″
Large: H: 18″ x L: 24.5″ x D: 16.75 (The depth when nested together is 19″.)
1970s Staved Teak Cutting Board With Knife by Dansk Designs
$65.00Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs cheese cutting board with integrated knife in staved teak. An ingeniously designed piece, epitomizing form and function: the slot within the board itself houses the knife to both present a modernist paddle-shape and prevent loss. A useful, compact innovation that takes up very little space (L: 11.75″ x D: 7″ x H: 1″).
Excellent condition, showing very little signs of use.
Thailand example, circa 1970s.
We have an earlier Dansk Denmark example listed separately.
Alvar Aalto Birch Dining or Writing Table with Blue Top and Cabinet
Alvar Aalto for Artek Birch Dining or Writing Table
This rectangular table was designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the late 1940s. This example features the signature Aalto bent birch L-shaped legs, and can be used as a desk, dining or game table. It was used as an artist’s work station (originally owned by the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY) and shows considerable wear from said use. However, it remains structurally sound. Unsigned.
Condition Notes: Distressed. No structural damage, only considerable surface wear from use as an artist’s station.
H: 28″ x W: 47.25″ x D: 29.5″