Walnut
Drexel Walnut and Cane Coffee Table or Cabinet
This 1960s low coffee table was designed and manufactured by Drexel for the Heritage Line. It features four cane-front doors that all open to reveal a shared storage. Patinated brass capped feet and cabinet pulls. Finished on all sides, the back mimics the front, sans the pulls.
Condition Notes: Good. Nice, refinished condition – two scuffs to surface remain.
H: 15.5″ x W: 48″ x D: 18″
Early Jens Risom Walnut and Mohair Lounge Chair
This early lounge chair mounted on sculptural walnut legs was designed by Jens Risom for his eponymous furniture manufacturing firm, Jens Risom Design Inc. The piece is newly upholstered in a luxurious gray mohair. The foam has additionally been replaced.
H: 34.5″ x W: 31″ x D: 28″ x Seat Height: 18.75″
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″
Frosted Glass and Walnut Laurel ‘Mushroom’ Table Lamp
Bill Curry for Laurel table lamp composed of a frosted glass ‘mushroom’ shade atop a tripod walnut base, circa 1960s. Very good, vintage condition free of chips / breaks. Socket retains Laurel Lamp Co. remnant tag.
Base to socket height is 6.75″
Overall height with shade in place 11.75″
Diameter 12.75″.
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Walnut and Brass Table Lamp
Sculpted walnut and brass table / desk lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Includes the original plastic shade and perforated, acrylic diffuser.
Very good, vintage condition with some light scuffing / tarnish to the brass base / elements and a split to the plastic shade’s interior component (not visible and does not affect usability).
8″ Diameter of the Base
17.75″ Shade Diameter
23.5″ Height with Shade
Branded “Lightolier” on the top of the brass socket.
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.)
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 Glass Top Console Table in Lacquered Steel and Walnut
Slim, modernist console table with glass surface composed of a walnut slatted surface supported by black lacquered steel frame with a lower gray asymmetrical laminate tier (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Light wear present (small scuffs to wood, couple of light scratches to glass, and minor laminate loss to lower surface). Overall, very good, conservatively refinished condition.
Brass feet are adjustable.
H: 36″ x L: 48.25″ x D: 15″
Lower tier: L: 40″ x D: 10.75″
Height from lower surface to underside of top tier: 19.75″
Italian Modernist Marble and Walnut Coffee Table by Guglielmo Ulrich
Elegant and unique coffee table by Italian designer, Guglielmo Ulrich (ca. 1950). Composed of a walnut base supported by sculptural brass feet. Surface is marble with brown veining in an attractive, visually striking pattern. There are some spots/scuffs to the marble, but no significant wear, chips, fissures, or losses. Walnut has been conservatively refinished and unpolished brass shows light patina.
Measures: H: 19.25″ x L: 40″ x D: 19.75″.
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″