Alvar Aalto Birch Dining or Writing Table with Blue Top and Cabinet

1950s Alvar Aalto for Artek table composed of a large rectangular top joined to bentwood, laminated-birch legs. Fantastic, original blue linoleum top (looks and feels more like leather), which shows moderate wear from use but retains its vibrant color. The darker blue color in the close-ups is more indicative of the actual blue (some angles make the blue look lighter than it actually is). Wonderful age/patina to the piece yet remains structurally sound. Includes corresponding three drawer cabinet on caster wheels, which can be used separately as for storage, if using the table for dining. Cabinet also shows wear from use and age. Design Research (Cambridge, MA) tag remnant present to the underside of the table, where it was purchased in the mid-1950s.
H: 28.5″ x W: 72.1″ x D: 36.25″
Condition Notes:
Distressed. Impressions, indentations and rings to the blue surface. legs and frame are in good, vintage shape with only minor signs of wear. cabinet shows wear / loss, but remains structurally sound.

Henry Glass ‘Cylindra’ Walnut Extendable Dining Table and Four Chairs

Rare Henry Glass for Richbilt MFG dining set from the 1966 ‘Cylindra’ line, including the table (with two additional leaves) and four chairs in plywood and walnut. Unique, sculptural form and extraordinary walnut grain. Original vinyl has been replaced with an army green Naugahyde, staying true to the original material, yet enhancing the vivid color of the walnut. Three chairs retain the paper manufacturer’s label: ‘Manufactured by The Richbilt MFG. Co. Cincinnati, Ohio.’ Table extends from 42.25″ to 82.5″ L (each leaf is 20.1″). Apron height is 1.5″ Chairs measure: H 31.25″ x L 17.25″ x D 17.25″ x seat height 17.25″ (Listed dimensions are for the fully extended table alone.)

Directional Mixed-Wood Dining Table by Milo Baughman

This Milo Baughman dining table was designed for Directional in the early 1960s and is composed of walnut, rosewood and English brown oak banding (original black lacquer on legs and apron is intact and is a matte finish, not polished or glossy). The table includes the two bookmatched leaves that blend seamlessly with the table when in place.
Each leaf measures 18″ long
Without the leaves: 72″ long
With one leaf: 90″ long
With both leaves: 108″ long
When fully extended, the length between the legs (horizontally) is: 77″
The length between the legs (vertically) is: 30.1″
The apron is 2″ high

W: 108ʺ × D: 39″ × H: 29.9″

Large Lotte Bostland ‘Oil Spot’ Glaze Table Lamp

This scarcely seen large ceramic table lamp was designed and manufactured by Gunnar and Lotte Bostlund in the 1960s. This uncommon, long out of production brown spotted glaze example (akin to an oil spot glaze) is not high-gloss, but certainly not flat matte, as were Lotte’s most common productions. Comes with original jute shade. Socket retains the Bostlund sticker.

Dimensions of shade alone without the harp / finial: Height 16.75″ x diameter 17.75″ Dimensions of base alone: Height to top of socket 23″ diameter of base 9.5″ Listed dimensions are representative of the lamp fully assembled.

H: 35.25″ x Diameter: 17.75

Pair of Mid-Century Stone and Brass ‘Bullet’ Planters

Sculptural pair of stone bullet form planters supported by brass hairpin tripod bases. Unique, elegant form. Stone shows minor wear (discoloration and scuffs). However both vessels are free of cracks and chips. Nice patina on the brass bases. Production number ‘1648’ etched into rim. Planter without the base: Diameter 8.2″ x height 20″.

H: 26.1″ x Diameter: 13″

Arthur Umanoff Iron Wine Rack with Butcher Block Top

Arthur Umanoff 12-bottle wine rack. Solid wrought iron construction with butcher block top.

H: 18″ x W: 13″ x D: 8″

Arthur Umanoff Iron and Leather Wine Rack

Mid-Century American modern wine rack by Arthur Umanoff composed of twelve leather strap holders and wrought iron frame. Holds six bottles.

H: 13.75″ x W: 9.5″ x D: 10.25″

 

Large Blue Cylindrical Optic Vase by Blenko

This 1980s Blenko blown-glass vase is large in scale and vibrant in color. Extraordinary ‘optic’ texture with a subtle linear pattern throughout.
Unsigned / labeled, but pontil on bottom is crude (indicative of hand-blown glass, as opposed to mold blown, and commonly associated with Blenko’s works).

H: 15″ x Diameter: 6″

Set of 3 Post-Modern / Memphis Style Painted Brass Candlesticks

Memphis-style set of three painted brass candlesticks by India Exotic Inc. (circa 1980s).

Minor wear to the original paint.

Tall Stick: H: 14.1″ x L: 4.25″ x Depth (diameter of base): 3.25″
Medium Stick: H: 11.4″ x L: 4.25″ x Depth (diameter of base): 3.25″
Small Stick: H: 9.75″ x L: 4.25″ x Depth (diameter of base): 3.25″

Large Blenko Blown Glass Emerald Straight Optic Vase

Large example of the Blenko Straight Optic Vase (size and color no longer available). Remarkable deep emerald color and sculptural form. Excellent, vintage condition retaining the Blenko Handmade label,
Additionally, the pontil on bottom is crude (indicative of hand-blown glass, as opposed to mold blown, and commonly associated with Blenko’s works).
Diameter of rim: 7.5″
Widest Diameter: 10″

H: 22.1″ x Diameter: 10″

Stelvia Emerald Blown-Glass ‘Antiqua’ Vase designed by Wayne Husted

$125.00

This Italian emerald green vase was designed by Wayne Husted (famous for his work with Blenko in the 1950s and 1960s) for Stelvia and imported by Peedee. The pattern, inspired by medieval imagery, is known as, ‘Antiqua’ and features bold textures of contrasting round shapes and straight symmetrical lines.
We have other Stelvia pieces on Chairish, so be sure to check out our other listings.
Diameter of Rim: 2.5″
Diameter of Base: 4.1″

H: 10.75″ x Diameter: 4.1″

 

Viking Glass Georgian Honeycomb Pitcher in Chestnut

Mid Century Modern glass pitcher by Viking Glass with a Georgian / Honeycomb pattern in a rich bronze / chestnut-brown color. Heavy, footed base and generous ice-lip spout for easy pouring.
Perfect, vintage condition. 

H: 8″ x W: 5.75″ x D: 8.75″