Vintage
Vintage Italian Modern Enamel Smoke Set by Vallenti
$195.00Charming smoke set designed in the 1960s by Vallenti of Italy. Composed of three pieces: two ashtrays and a cigarette holder in beige with sgraffito pattern (lines were ‘carved’ through the enamel in places to reveal the white base color).
Excellent, vintage condition, sans two spots of loss on bottom edge of the cigarette holder.
Larger ashtray: Diameter: 7.1″ x H: 1″
Smaller ashtray: Diameter: 5″ x H: .75″
Holder: Diameter: 2.25″ x H: 3″
Myrna Eaton Blue Enamel on Copper Dish
$225.00Spectacular 1960s square enamel on copper dish by Los Angeles, CA enamelist, Myrna Eaton measuring 9.5″ square. This work, part of her ‘jewels on copper’ series, incorporates fusing powdered glass to copper to create a beautiful work of enamel art. The decoration, an asymmetrical, abstract smattering of shapes, almost has a jewel-like appearance with rich luster / sheen (hence the ‘jewels on copper’ title). Composed of bold blues and purples, heavily textured with a linear pattern throughout. There is some light crazing, that can easily be confused for the ‘veins’ that intersect with the pattern.
An exceptional piece of enamel that can be used for serving or purely decorative purposes.
Does not include stand.
Signed ‘Myrna Eaton’ to the underside.
9.5ʺD × 1ʺH
Mid-Century Modern Multicolor ‘Confetti’ Enamel on Copper Dish
$175.00Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern enamel decorative bowl, white in color with predominately orange, red, and green accents.
The technique employed incorporates fusing powdered glass to metal (in this case, copper) to create a beautiful work of enamel art. The decoration, an asymmetrical, abstract smattering of irregular-circles and ‘splatters,’ almost has a jewel-like appearance with rich luster / sheen. The simple form and relatively small size (7.5″ diameter) are contrasted with the vivid colors and nice texture that the pattern introduces.
A beautiful piece of enamel that can be used for display purposes or as a soap / keys / jewelry dish.
Excellent, vintage condition.
Unsigned, but likely designed by a notable California enamelist.
7.5ʺD × 1.25ʺH
Set of Two Enamel on Copper Red and Gold Decorative Plates by Win Ng
$350.00Duo of Mid-Century Modern enamel decorative dishes by acclaimed artist, Win Ng of San Francisco, CA, whose works can be found in museums and private collections worldwide.
These examples (the smaller one measuring Diameter: 5.75″ x H: 0.75″, and the larger Diameter: 6.25″ x H: 1″) are small in scale but bold in design with red backgrounds and gold detail.
The technique employed incorporates fusing powdered glass to metal (in this case, copper) to create a beautiful work of enamel art. The decoration, an asymmetrical, abstract smattering of irregular-circles, almost has a jewel-like appearance with rich luster / sheen. The simple form and small size are contrasted with the vivid colors and nice texture that the pattern introduces.
Two, beautiful pieces of enamel that can be used for display purposes or as a soap / keys / jewelry dish.
Very nice, vintage condition with only minor wear commensurate with age / use. The rose gold undersides have light wear (scratches, crazing), but the surfaces are nice.
Artist signed and numbered : ‘Win Ng San Francisco’ with the corresponding production number of each.
Do not include stands.
Modernist Green Enamel on Copper Dish With Glass Decoration
$250.00Exceptional 1960s enamel on copper dish measuring 7.75″ in diameter. This work incorporates fusing powdered glass to copper to create a beautiful work of enamel art. The decoration, an asymmetrical, abstract smattering of shapes and ‘pieces,’ almost has a jewel-like appearance with rich luster / sheen. Features a green base color with a white border (giving the main white color a green tinge) with a heavily textured / multi-color pattern throughout.
An exceptional piece of enamel that can be used for serving or purely decorative purposes.
7.75ʺD × 1ʺH
Modernist Red and Black Enamel on Copper Square Dish by Frank Lee
$195.00Lovely Mid-Century Modern enamel on copper dish by notable enamelist, Frank Lee. Modern square shape and vibrant red and black palette with gold center decoration.
Patina / wear from use present. Corner loss, scratches, etc. Remains a nice piece of decorative enamel with exquisite texture / color combination by a well-regarded artist.
Artist signed on verso.
Does not include stand.
6.9ʺW × 6.9ʺD × 1ʺH
Mid-Century Dutch Modern Hand-Painted Enamel on Copper ‘Owl’ Dish
$75.00Small, enamel on copper, tear-drop dish handmade in Holland circa 1950s. Snowy owl on branch decoration with hand-applied gold leaf detail throughout. Background is a blend of black, dark brown, and maroon, nicely contrasted with the white, red, and green of the subject.
Ideal size for use as a jewelry / nut / soap / keys dish. Also stands alone as a nice, decorative bowl.
Nice, vintage condition with minor wear / light scuffs (nothing significant – all age-appropriate).
5.6ʺW × 4.6ʺD × 1.25ʺH
Eve Rabinowe Enamel on Copper Square Dish
$95.00Unique Mid-Century Modern enamel on copper decorative dish by Eve Rabinowe, a respected enamelist active from 1961-1970 and an active member of the American Crafts Council.
This example, in vibrant blue, pink, white, and gold, is small in scale (4.75″ square), but bold in design.
The technique employed incorporates fusing powdered glass to metal (in this case, copper) to create a beautiful work of enamel art. The decoration, a smattering of blue circles / white streaks varying in size, almost has a jewel-like appearance with rich luster / sheen. The simple form and small size are contrasted with the rich colors and nice texture that the pattern introduces. Features a sgraffito technique, in which lines are ‘carved’ through the enamel in places to reveal the base color, giving those ‘treated’ sections almost a ‘tree bark’ texture / aesthetic.
A beautiful piece of enamel that can be used for display purposes or as a soap / keys / jewelry dish.
Dish is in very nice, vintage condition with edge wear and loss (some ‘wear’ is actually fire marks from the kiln, original to the piece; some corner wear is from use / age) .
Signed ‘Eve’ to the underside.
4.75ʺD × 0.5ʺH
Mid-Century Dutch Modern Hand-Painted Enamel on Copper ‘Peacock’ Bowl
$65.00Small, enamel on copper bowl handmade in Holland circa 1950s. Yellow peacock decoration with hand-applied gold leaf detail throughout.Brown background is contrasted with the teal, red, and yellow of the subject. Uniquely, the underside in burnt orange, gun-metal gray, and red, is aesthetically pleasing in its color combination, pattern, and texture.
Ideal size for use as a jewelry / nut / soap / keys dish. Also stands alone as a nice, decorative bowl.
Good, vintage condition with minor wear / spotting / light scuffs.
5.1ʺD × 1.5ʺH
Set of Ten Swedish ‘Liljan’ Brass Candleholders by Ystad
$2,800.00Five pairs of “Liljan” brass candleholders by Ivar Ålenius Björk. Though identical in size, each pair differs slightly in patina and branding (likely based on production period variance). Each pair bears a different manufacturer mark, revealing a disparity in age (ranging from the 1950s-late 1960s). Marks include, ‘IAB Ystad Metall,’ ‘Sweden-Lily,’ ‘Made in Sweden,’ ‘Made in Sweden for Scan Corporation.’
All have an attractive patina, though one pair’s luster is more significant due to polishing within the last few years.
Sold as a collection of ten sticks in total.
H 4.5″ x W 8.9″ x D 3.1″
Bernard Langlais Terracotta Lion
$2,600.00Small terracotta lion sculpture by prolific artist, Bernard Langlais. This example is uncommon for Langlais, whose avid exploration of the animal kingdom was largely dominated by his carved-wood sculptures. Although, he worked in all mediums, his ceramic works are less recognized. This striking lion in glazed terracotta boasts hand-painted, red eyes and a coin slot for decorative purposes; there is no way of retrieving the coins. Minor wear / loss to black glaze. Otherwise, in excellent, original condition.
‘BL.’ etched initials to paw (the B is partial).
Originally, from a private Maine collection of Langlais’ work acquired directly from the estate.
Ping-pong ball is for scale.
The lion’s face measures: H: 4.25″ x L: 4.75″
Overall dimensions: H: 5.25″ x L: 5.25″ x D: 7″.
Mid-Century Modern Mixed-Metal Bird on Walnut Base
$495.00Graceful bird on base sculpture composed of soldered metal brass rods with inset copper details mounted to an oval, walnut base. Beautiful lines and elegant form.
Excellent, vintage condition with only minor wear to the base commensurate with age.
15.75ʺW × 4.9ʺD × 12.75ʺH
Base alone measures: 2″ H x 4.9″ D x 8.5″ L