Walnut
1960s Replogle ‘Comprehensive’ Illuminated Globe on Walnut Base
$650.001960s Replogle ‘Comprehensive’ globe composed of paper gores over plastic with a cast aluminum half-meridian all mounted to a walnut base equipped with two upright dividers for papers, letters, etc. A perfect desk accessory that additionally has a functional lighting mechanism (wiring is new, and lamp is operational).
Sans minor spots in places / light general wear, the globe is in very good, vintage condition. Walnut has been refinished; only minor wear (including a small spot, as shown) remains.
The globe itself measures 12″ in diameter.
The base alone is: D: 5.25″ x L: 12.5″
Including the base, the total measurements are: H 15″ x L 14″ x D 12″ (globe diameter).
Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons Italian Walnut Asymmetrical Desk
$9,500.00Diminutive midcentury angled student desk in Italian walnut designed by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer & Sons (Model 2162 – USA, ca. 1955).
Often co-attributed to Gio Ponti, who also designed for Singer & Sons, but no such claim has been confirmed.
Features a shallow pencil drawer to the right and three drawers to the left (two drawers and a bottom filing cabinet drawer).
Sleek design with sharp lines and incredible wood grain occupying a small footprint (H: 29″ x L: 53.5″ x D: 26″).
Retains the “M. Singer & Sons New York Chicago” manufacturer’s label to the top drawer.
Very good, conservatively refinished condition with a couple of small, light surface dings, scuffs to the pencil drawer, and edge wear to the three drawer bank, as shown.
Pencil drawer interior measurement: H: 2.5″ x L: 17.5″ x D: 12″
Top two drawers interior measurement: H: 4.75″ x L: 13.88″ x D: 15.75″
Filing cabinet interior measurement (excluding hardware): H: 10″ x L: 12.13″ x D: 16″.
Floor Candelabrum by Herbert Simonson for James Martin
$2,800.00This masterful floor candelabrum was designed and manufactured by the Bucks Country, Pennsylvania woodworker, Herbert (Herb) Simonson, and retailed at James Martin’s studio. Martin served as an extended apprentice to George Nakashima and often completed Nakashima’s projects.
This elegant, sculptural piece is composed of a semicircle of six candles in walnut and spun aluminum. The frame and base are also carved walnut.
Simonson designed and crafted a hanging version; this floor example is scarcely seen.
Branded with an “S” for “Simonson” on the underside of the base.
The circumference of the semicircle of candles is: 11″.
Each of the six candleholder’s depth is: 3/4″.
The circumference of each spun aluminum disc is: 3.25″.
Artist information was provided by a close friend/handler of James Martin’s estate.
Freeform Walnut and Brass Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
$9,500.00Iconic sculpted walnut and brass biomorphic cocktail/coffee table (model 1759) designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb (1950, USA). Free-form, organic design reminiscent of a cloud.
Walnut has been refinished and brass legs have been newly polished. Only minor wear remains (namely, a couple of very insignificant surface scuffs along with light wear to the brass).
Retains the “Widdicomb” manufacturer’s label, medallion and stencil brand “5/52,” indicating an early production.
Measures: H 16.5″ x W 54″ x D 25.25″ (depth measured on a diagonal in the same orientation is 46.5″).
Shortest Depth 19″
Longest Depth 30″
Henry P. Glass Walnut and Naugahyde Magazine Rack
$1,200.00Attractive Henry P. Glass magazine rack with sculpted walnut legs assembled using sophisticated wood joinery techniques (circular joints). Slots are made of Naugahyde (original to the design).
Despite its appearance, the piece is not totally collapsable; it is only slightly adjustable from partially open to fully.
Walnut has been newly refinished. Overall, the rack is in good, vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age / use.
H 16.1″ x W 16.1″ x D 11.5″
Italian Modern Carlo de Carli Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut and Leather
$7,000.001950s Italian walnut lounge chair and ottoman designed by Carlo de Carli for M. Singer & Sons. Features a highly sculpted, ladder-back frame with clean lines and splayed-leg detail. Newly upholstered in brown, distressed leather with new foam. The chair retains the original metal seat straps; the ottoman’s cushion is fixed.
Ottoman measures: H: 16.75″ x D: 18″ x W: 24.5″
Chair: H: 31.5″ x D: 30″ x W: 24″ x Arm Height: 21.75″ x Seat Height: 18″
Italian Modernist Round Walnut Wall Mirror with Rope Strap and Brass Accents
$800.00Mid-Century round Italian walnut wall-mounted mirror with rope strap supported by brass brackets (ca. 1960, Italy).
Deeply sculpted bent walnut frame with attractive wood joinery details.
Foxing/patina present to the glass, giving it an attractive, distressed appearance (naturally occurring imperfections from age/use — glass still provides a clear reflection).
Walnut has been newly refinished.
H: 32″ (including strap)
H: 20.75″ (without strap)
L: 20.75″
D: 2″
Italian Modernist Sculptural Walnut, Brass and Glass Magazine Rack / Stand
$1,800.00Architectural two-tiered magazine/book/periodical stand/rack/table (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Composed of a deeply sculpted Italian Walnut frame supporting tubular brass rails with exposed brass hardware for draping or supporting magazines/newspapers and four panes of tempered glass, each set of two coming together to form right angles for surface and back support of displayed items .
The top glass surface is only 13.5″ L x 3″ D and the bottom is 13.5″ L x 4″ D, so the glass surfaces themselves are somewhat limited to supporting smaller items without spillover (note the gap between the glass and brass rails).
Handsome, sophisticated piece in very good, refinished condition, though light wear remains to the newly polished brass (patina/tarnish).
H: 25.25″ x L: 16.5″ x D: 17″
The top tier from back glass edge to brass bar is 4.38″ D
The bottom tier from back glass edge to brass bar is 8.5″ D
Italian Modernist Two-Tier Walnut Bar Cart/Trolley on Casters
$2,900.00Sculptural Modernist walnut bar cart/trolley with two laminate surfaces, all supported by caster wheels (ca. 1960s, Italy). Sharp, crisp lines and superior craftsmanship utilizing complex wood joinery techniques, though designer is unknown.
Top tray is removable for easy cart to tabletop transition when entertaining.
Excellent, vintage condition. White, laminate surfaces are clean and walnut has been oiled.
H: 30.5″ x L: 29.38″ x D: 22.38″
Laminate surfaces both measure L: 28.13″ x D: 20″
The height between the lower surface and the underside of the top surface is 20″.
Jens Risom Floating Three-Seat Armless Walnut Sofa
$6,800.00Three-seat sofa, Model #U250, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Design in the 1950s. Composed of a sculptural walnut base on which the tufted, high-back seat is mounted. Sharp, modernist lines presenting well from all angles.
Charcoal wool is original and presents well, despite a few snags, as shown. Foam is in need of replacement.
Walnut has been refinished; light wear remains.
Measures: H: 33″ x L: 77″ x D: 29.5″ x Seat Height: 16″.
Large Gordon and Jane Martz Walnut and Ceramic Table Lamp with Finial
$1,400.00This large Martz for Marshall Studios table lamp features a pale grey body with banded sgraffito decoration, exposing the unglazed surface beneath. This example showcases the rich walnut, present in base, stem / surface, and finial.
Excellent, vintage condition (what appears to be dark streaks on two sides of the base are actually original to the glaze).
The piece is unsigned (these walnut base lamps were never signed) but retains the Marshall Studios label on the underside.
The height to the top of the finial is: 36.25″
The height to the top of the socket is: 28″
The height to the stop of the stem is: 25.25″
The height of the base alone is: 19″
Diameter 7.5″
Does not include shade.
Large Gordon and Jane Martz Walnut and Ceramic Table Lamp with Finial
$1,400.00This large Martz for Marshall Studios table lamp features a pale grey body with banded sgraffito decoration, exposing the unglazed surface beneath. This example showcases the rich walnut, present in base, stem / surface, and finial.
Excellent, vintage condition (what appears to be dark streaks on two sides of the base are actually original to the glaze).
The piece is unsigned (these walnut base lamps were never signed) but retains the Marshall Studios label on the underside.
The height to the top of the finial is: 36.25″
The height to the top of the socket is: 28″
The height to the stop of the stem is: 25.25″
The height of the base alone is: 19″
Diameter 7.5″
Does not include shade.