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Vintage Figural “Man and Tree’ Ceramic Charger by Pollack
$350.00Figural charger by ceramicist, Pollack depicting a man gazing at a growing tree (USA, 1977). Attractive color combinations and interesting textural elements present.
Measures: H: 1″ x L: 11.25″ x D: 15″.
Incised signature and date in verso.
Vintage Figural Studio Stoneware Vase / Candleholder
$800.00Impressive, dense figural ceramic vase / candleholder. Marvelous textural elements: an unglazed slab with a hole for a candle or flowers was applied to a thick, round base with a spiral pattern to both sides and a man’s face to the front. The face is composed of intricate details like strands of hair and delicate features.
Tremendous work of 1970s studio ceramics executed by a master ceramicist. Unsigned, but attributed to the ceramicist, “Polk,” based on provenance (other examples of the artist from the same grouping are listed separately).
Height: 7″
Width: 7″
Depth: 4″
Internal Note – P11
Vintage Florence Knoll Teak and Chromed-Steel Partner’s Desk / Executive Desk
This Executive Table/Partners Desk Model 2485D originally designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in 1961 (this example was executed in 1980) successfully marries form and function with its graceful, elegant appearance with perfect proportions and thoughtful organizational inclusions.
Composed of a teak surface supported by a chromed-steel 4-star base (the teak surface option was only available for limited time and is scarcely seen).
Promoting collaboration without an imposing presence, the piece features four concealed integrated drawers (two on each side) including two removable laminate writing surfaces (one/side), and a removable organizer tray in solid oak.
Versatile table whose dimensions lend themselves to executive desk, partner’s desk, or dining table use.
Newly refinished condition but light wear remains (two edge repairs/tonal unevenness present to the drawer on one side, as shown, along with a few light scuffs to teak and scratches to the chrome). Presents beautifully despite the minor flaws, and the side lacking the imperfections can face the front.
Knoll International 745 Fifth Ave manufacturer’s label present to underside with a stamped date of October 24, 1980. (Knoll Associates became Knoll International in 1969 and moved to 745 Fifth Ave in 1970.)
Reference:
Knoll Design, Larrabee and Vignelli, 1981, pg. 79
Dimensions: H: 28.5″ x L: 72″ x D: 38″
Depth with drawers on both sides extended out: 66″
Height from floor to apron: 25.88″
Interior drawer dimensions with white laminate surfaces (without surfaces in place): H: 1.5″ L: 11.5″ x D: 17″
Interior drawer dimensions of other two drawers (discounting pencil tray insert): H: 1.5″ L: 12.13″ x D: 17″
Vintage Florence Knoll White Lacquer and Walnut Credenza / Cabinet Model 541
Credenza / cabinet (Model #541, circa 1952) designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates composed of a walnut frame and legs with original off-white lacquered walnut doors and chrome pulls. Legs feature a unique vertical ply line detail.
Four doors conceal two drawers and four shelves in total: the left side of the cabinet boasts two, shallow drawers beside an open storage cubby flanked by two, removable shelves. The right side also features two, removable shelves with height adjustment options.
Beautiful off-white lacquer is being presented in original condition, as it shows very minimal wear (subtle, light crazing from age). Walnut has been refinished.
Unfinished back.
Retains the early silk Knoll Associates 575 Madison Avenue NY label.
Reference: Knoll Furniture: 1938-1960, Rouland and Rouland, pg. 133.
H 29″ x W 75.5″ x D 18.5″
Vintage Florentine Tooled Leather Wastebasket in Burgundy
Burgundy leather wastebasket (ca. Mid-Twentieth Century, Italy).
Handsome piece with elegant gold tooled decoration at the top and bottom.
Good, vintage condition with scuffs in a few places, as shown.
H: 11.75″ x Diameter: 10″
Vintage Folk Art Wooden Hand-Carved and Painted Steering Wheel
Vintage folk art steering wheel carved and shaped from a single piece of plywood (ca. 1970s, USA).
Hand-painted horn button and supports.
Can be wall mounted via the holes in the gold painted supports.
Easel is for display purposes only and not included.
Very good, vintage condition with only light fading to the original gold paint.
H: 13.13″ x L: 13.13″ x D: 1″
Vintage Franciscan “Madeira” Pottery Earthernware Creamer and Sugar Set
$40.00Vintage earthenware Franciscan creamer and sugar bowl set in the Madeira pattern (ca. 1970s, USA – line discontinued in 1983).
Attractive earth tone palette – chocolate brown with green and olive banding.
Creamer is in good, vintage condition, and sugar has a hairline crack, as shown. It is still safe to use and structurally sound.
Hand-wash only.
We have other Franciscan Madeira dinnerware listed separately, so check out our other listings.
Creamer: H: 3.25″ x L: 5.5″ x D: 4.25″
Sugar: H: 4.13″ x Diameter: 4.5″
Vintage Fratelli Reguitti Dark Mahogany and Brass Valet in Style of Ico Parisi
Handsome Italian valet/dressboy in richly stained mahogany designed by Fratelli Reguitti in the 1950s.
This design is often mis-attributed to Ico Parisi, who used these valets for styling but never actually designed them.
Composed of a frame/hanger and oval change or cufflink holder with a double rack on the bottom for shoes and four caster wheels for easy mobility. The top bar (intended for hanging scarves, ties, or pants) can be extended by pulling out the brass rod (extends roughly 1.63″ in either direction).
Mahogany retains its original dark stain and is in very good, original condition, and brass shows only minor wear.
FR manufacturer’s brand present, as shown.
Height: 41.75″ x Width: 17.75″ x Depth: 13.75″
Vintage French Modern Illuminated Glass Globe Terrestre by Girard et Barrère
$1,600.00Girard et Barrère illuminated terrestrial glass globe illustrating major shipping routes, ca. 1968, France – Rhodesia and Congo (pre-Zaire) present – Bangladesh not present.
Composed of paper gores over glass, supported by a walnut base and cast/patinated brass half-meridian.
Litho and hand-painted details present (some land mass and water bodies are hand-painted, as shown, giving this a unique Folk Art quality).
Sourced in Naples, Italy and wired for Italian use with Italian plug (plug will be changed for US use, unless otherwise requested).
Soiling, minor losses, and light, general wear present. Overall, in very good, vintage condition.
H: 16.75″
L: 13″
D: 12″
Vintage French Modern Laminated Plywood and Steel Adjustable Writing Table
This unique 1950s French table is composed of a laminated plywood, asymmetrical top supported by enameled-steel bases which are adjustable. This versatile table can be used as a dining, conference, or writing table. The table bases are flared out in opposing directions in the photos but can be reconfigured in any direction by remounting the table top to these bases where desired.
The maximum height of the table is 29.1″, and it can drop as low as 21″ in 1-inch increments.
Few, light surface scuffs / edge wear present; overall, in very nice, vintage condition with only slight traces of use.
H 29.1″
D (most narrow) 20.25″
D (widest point) 26″
L (longest end) 91″
L (shortest end) 81.25″
L (overall) 93″.
Vintage French Modern Yellow and Black Wire Magazine Rack
$400.00French magazine rack in yellow scoubidou wire and black metal (ca. 1950s).
Elegant, modernist form and attractive colors employed.
Excellent, vintage condition with only light scuffing, as shown.
H: 15.88″ x L: 14.25″ x D: 10.63″
Vintage French Vallauris Ceramic Plate with Geometric Pattern by Antoine Fazio
$150.00French Modernist decorative ceramic dish/plate by Antoine Fazio (Vallauris, France, ca. 1950s).
Attractive colors present – teal, white, orange, and brown (similar palette employed by another notable Vallauris ceramicist, Robert Picault).
Boasts bold geometric shapes and linear designs with a four-point star at the center.
Stamped on the reverse.
Excellent, vintage condition with no issues to disclose.
H: 0.75″ x Diameter: 8.5″