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Diminutive, dual-handled, terracotta, hand-glazed bud vase in a combination of red, pink, black, and green. A beautiful piece whose simple form and clean lines are nicely contrasted by bold colors and an abstract pattern.
Signed ‘Made in Holland 13’ to the underside.

4.75ʺW × 4.4ʺD × 5.3ʺH

Petite German Modern Mint Green Gooseneck Task Lamp after Christian Dell

Lighting

$350.00

Mid-20th Century Industrial desk/table lamp in the style of Christian Dell (ca. 1950, Germany).
Petite form with gooseneck and adjustable shade.
Mint green paint is of the period, but not original, evidenced by its thick, uneven application throughout.
Charming, diminutive piece with good signs of age present (paint losses/scuffing as shown).
Dimensions reflecting the stem and shade straight upward as in image two (highest/shortest setting): H: 17.25″ x L: 5″ x D: 5″
Height can be adjusted from 6.5″ to 17.25″
Shortest length (base diameter): 5″ / longest (with shade and stem fully extended outward): 12.5″
Shade alone measures H: 4.5″ x Diameter: 5.75″
Newly rewired for US use.

Petite Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Table Lamp with Shade

This petite, ceramic table lamp was designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios in the 1960s. The matte brown finish (which actually appears army green depending on the light / angle) features a heavily mottled surface and overlapping circular sgraffito decoration, revealing the base coat. Wiring and socket are new, and a pull on / off chain has been added. Signed ‘Martz’ to the ceramic base.
Includes the shade with build in wire clip-on attachment which fits directly on top of the bulb.
Excellent, vintage condition. Available separately is the tall version.
Shade measures: H: 7″ x Diameter: 10″
Height of just ceramic base: 9.5″
Height to top of socket: 12.5″
Height with shade (when a standard light bulb is used): 16.25″
Diameter: 6.25″.

Petite Illuminated Glass Globe by George F. Cram Co.

Diminutive 7″ diameter globe. Rare example scarcely found in this size, circa late 1952 / early 1953 (Korea and Ethiopia are both present). Charming desk / bedside decorative item, given its size, offering a warm light source.
Composed of paper gores over glass, supported by a patinated / bronzed metal stepped base and half-meridian with on / off pull string. Will be presented newly rewired.
Small spots of paper and finish loss present, along with one surface dimple and a single scratch. General soiling / natural patina present from age and use.
Measures: H 11″
L 8″
D 7″
(globe diameter is 7″).

Petite Italian Modern Chrome Table or Desk Lamp by Targetti Sankey

Small, yet striking desk/table lamp by Targetti Sankey (Firenze, Italy ca. 1970s).
Composed of a diminutive chromed plastic semi-circular base. Half-mirrored globe bulb complements the reflective quality of the base.
Petite size: H: 7″ (with bulb) / 2.75″ (base alone) x Diameter: 4.5″
Very good, vintage condition with a smattering of scuffs to the base, as shown. Rewired for US use while retaining the switch.

Petite Italian Modern Stained Mahogany Writing Desk by Gio Ponti for Schirolli

Diminutive Italian student desk in stained mahogany designed by Gio Ponti for Schirolli, ca. 1950s, Italy.
Sculptural form with angular leg details, presenting a sharp profile.
There are three drawers and an additional open storage section created by the space between the top drawer and surface apron.
Surface is a gray laminate, which can appear light blue depending on the light.
Moderate wear present (scuffs to the laminate along with some scratches and old fills/repairs to the front and back concealing minor veneer losses and screw/drill holes). Drawers slide smoothly, and desk presents well.
Lock is branded “Schirolli Mantova” (no key is included).
H: 30.88″ x L: 43.13″ x D: 27.5″
Each drawer interior H: 3.75″ x L: 13.38″ x D: 17.88″
Open space between the top drawer and surface H: 4.5″ x L: 13.75″ x D: 19.25″
Open space for chair to the left of the drawer bank H: 29.5″ x L: 22″ x D: 20.25″

Petite Italian Vintage Giltwood “Sunburst” Decorative Wall Mirror

Mirrors

$750.00

Diminutive sun/starburst wall mirror composed of giltwood, carved to resemble foliage, with inset mirror glass (ca. 1940s, Italy).
Original condition with flaws to the glass (cracks to a couple of the smaller inset pieces), as shown, along with natural patina/wear to the original gilt. All good signs of age; mirror still shows a clear reflection, as central glass is in very good vintage condition.
H: 13.5″ x L: 12″ x D: 1.38″

Petite Kidney-Shaped Settee in Taupe Velvet and Stained Mahogany

Diminutive ‘kidney-form’ settee with seat and tufted back in taupe velvet supported by stained mahogany legs (ca. 1950s, USA).
Small scale suitable for boudoir or foyer seating.
H: 31.25″ x L: 44.25″ x D: 26″ x Seat Height: 15.5″
Excellent, restored condition (foam and velvet are new); only minor wear to the legs present.

Objects / Accessories, Storage

Petite Mid-Century Italian Maple and Metal Sewing Box

$650.00

Charming, petite maple sewing box with black painted metal frame and cane-wrapped handle, all supported by rubber feet (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Minimalist design with simple dual-door construction fitted with deeply sculpted oblong pulls.
Conservatively refinished condition but few scuffs remain, as shown, along with writing to the inside of one of the doors.
Overall dimensions: H: 18.5″ x L: 14.25″ x D: 7.25″
Box alone: H: 5.25″ x L: 11.5″ x D: 6.75″

Petite Mid-Century Modern Canoe-Form Ceramic Bowl With Abstract Pattern by Andersen Design

Ceramic / Glass / Enamel / Stone, Objects / Accessories

$95.00

Petite trinket/soap/decorative ceramic canoe-form dish by Andersen Design, Brenda and Weston Andersen’s ceramics studio originating in Akron, Ohio in 1952 and relocating to Boothbay Harbor, Maine in 1958.
This 1960s example is composed of a teardrop/canoe/double pointed oval-form porcelain dish with attractive abstract design in vibrant blue and green.
Excellent, vintage condition with no chips, cracks, crazing present (the two small white spots are not losses, they were kiln fired over and are smooth to the touch).
H: 2.25″ x L: 6″ x D: 4.75″

Petite Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza / Record Cabinet

Mid-Century American Modern walnut credenza with sliding doors and brass pulls. Its diminutive size suits a small space while still offering ample storage. Ideal for use as a media / record cabinet, given the fact that there is one, continuous interior section and no shelves.
Retains the original unfinished masonite backing. The back interior section is white.
Specs are:
H: 28″ x L: 48″ x D: 16″
Interior: H: 14″ x L: 46.5″ x D: 14.75″
Excellent, refinished condition; only one spot of wear / discoloration to the back corner, as shown.