Mid Century Modern
1960s Hand-Carved Wooden Conch
This monumental hand-carved wooden conch was made by the artist ‘Waldo’ in Southern California in the early 1960s. Although the execution of fine detail in the work indicates masterful craftsmanship, the piece maintains a folk-art charm in its simplicity.
H: 15″ x W: 25.75″ x D: 15.25″
1970s Kinetic ‘Yes Man’ Sculpture by Gordon Bradt
This whimsical Kinetic sculpture was made in the mid 1970s by artist and engineer, Gordon Bradt for Kinetico Studios . Unlike many examples of Bradt’s later works (particularly his sports figures), the ‘Yes Man’ sculpture was made in a limited production and is scarcely seen. It is comprised of a motorized metal base with a rotating receptacle where the wire ‘face’ is inserted. The spectacles are soldered to the bent wire face, and when the sculpture is assembled and plugged in, the head bobs up and down (as to nod ‘yes’).
4.5″ is the width of the base and the spectacles.
H: 16.75″ x W: 4.5″ x D: 11.75″
Aluminium and Lucite Trio of Sharks Sculpture
$600.00This unique sculpture is composed of three cast-aluminum sharks (representative of a family of sharks given the size disparity between the three) displayed in an ascending spiral formation on rods mounted onto a Lucite base. The sharks can removed and rearranged to alter the display; however, the spiral configuration was intended.
Condition: Good, vintage Shape. Minimal wear to lucite base (few light scratches).
H: 21.3″ x W: 18.75″ x D: 9″
American Modern Aluminum and Walnut Tripod Table Lamp
This magnificent walnut table lamp is mounted to an aluminum steel tripod base. There is an aluminum neck which connects to the original diffuser. The oversized shade shows slight wear at the back seam. Height without diffuser and shade: 26″. Height with diffuser: 31.5″. Height with diffuser and shade: 31.75″. Diameter of shade: 16″.
Butcher Block Dining Table with Chrome Base
This American modern dining table is comprised of an oak butcher block top mounted to a chrome-plated steel base. The top has been restored, and the base shows minor wear, but no pitting. Butcher block top thickness: 1.5″.
H: 29.25 x Diameter: 48″
Early Florence Knoll Ebonized Credenza
This Florence Knoll ebonized cabinet features two cane-front sliding doors with Knoll’s signature hide leather pull tabs concealing one drawer and seven adjustable shelves. The white lacquer interior is original and pristine. The piece sits on elegant, thin tubular brushed steel feet and has a finished back. Retains the silk ‘Knoll Associates Inc’ label attached to the underside.
H: 31.25″ x W: 72″ x D: 18″
Extendable Coffee Table by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
This functional drop leaf coffee table was designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik in the 1960s. The piece features solid walnut construction with stained walnut cross bars that extend out to support the leaves (the motion is seamless; the bars slide out easily and the leaves move up and down effortlessly). The piece retains the ‘Børge Mogensen / Fredericia’ sticker to the underside. Measures: Each leaf is roughly 15″ wide Without leaves up: 33″ With one leaf: 48″ With both leaves: 63.25.
H: 21.5: x W: 33″ x D: 31.5
Hand-Turned Rosewood Bud Vase
This asymmetrical solid rosewood vase is unique in its shape and form. It was hand-turned and boasts magnificent lines, luxurious grain, and rich color. Sans two scratches to the body, the piece is in nice, vintage shape.
H: 11″ x W: 4.25″ x D: 1.5″
James Bearden Cat Sculpture
Whimsical cat sculpture by noted sculptor James Bearden comprised of torch-cut, welded, and polished steel, fused bronze, copper, and enamel. Artist signed in marker and illegibly dated (believed to read ’06).
H: 6″ x W: 36″ x D: 4.25″
Jens Risom Walnut Credenza / Cabinet on Ebonized Plinth Base with Key
American Modern credenza / cabinet by Jens Risom in walnut with an ebonized plinth base and sculpted, metal pulls, circa 1950s. Features a total of twelve drawers of various heights and one hinged-door cabinet with an adjustable shelf.
This useful storage solution, suitable for home or office, balances form and function by offering abundant drawer and cabinet space without compromising aesthetic. The ebonized base and pulls offer a sleek complement to the dark grain of the walnut, and the bookmatching along with sculptural elements add a refined elegance to a sturdy, practical piece.
Very nice, refinished condition but wear remains (most notably, few surface spots of wear to the right side and a slight tonal variation between some of the drawers, due to the nature of the veneer).
H 27.5″ x W 78″ x D 20″
Leather and Faux-Bamboo Demilune Desk / Table after Jacques Adnet
This 1950s demilune table / desk is comprised of a hand-stitched red leather surface (likely a later but vintage addition to the piece) and a painted black faux-bamboo metal base. The piece is in the style of Jacques Adnet but is unmarked. The semi-circular cut-out surface space is 26.5″ W.
Condition: Good. Minor indentations to the leather surface.
H: 28.25″ x W: 60″ x D: 27.75″
Mahogany and Bamboo Student Desk in the Manner of Royère
This exceptional desk, in the style of Jean Royère, is comprised of bamboo legs, inset bamboo side slats and a mahogany frame / drawers. This piece is of supreme quality including solid mahogany planks, drawer pulls and solid secondary woods. Restored to its original brilliance this piece represents an experimental European approach to modern forms and function. The space between the middle of the front bamboo leg and the bottom of the cabinet is 19.5″ long, so the desk can accommodate a small-scale desk chair. The depth with the drawers fully extended is 36″.
H: 30.25″ x W: 48.25″ x D: 23.9″