Walnut
Midcentury American Modern Walnut Open Bookcase
Organic-form midcentury bookcase composed of three ‘floating’ shelves suspended by a carved walnut support. Lower shelf (base of bookcase) serves as additional storage. There are thin, long slits carved into the back of each shelf for display purposes. However, these incisions can be concealed by books, decorative items, accessories, etc. Beautiful walnut veneer boasts exquisite bookmatching and rich color.
Unfinished back.
Three floating shelves measure: 10″ D x 24″ L.
H 38.25″ x W 43.9″ x D 11.9″
Midcentury American Modern Walnut Sideboard or Dresser by Richard Artschwager
Walnut sideboard dresser by renowned painter and sculptor, Richard Artschwager, who in 1953 designed a small collection of furniture in New York City. These pieces are scarce, as production and scope of design were exceedingly limited.
This walnut sideboard is composed of four drawers to the left side and two pull-out doors to the right, which open to reveal a single, adjustable shelf. Finished by elongated, sculptural pulls (one of two examples of drawer pull Artschwager designed).
Conservatively refinished condition; light wear remains (long scuff to one side, few small surface scuffs / nicks). Overall, very fine, vintage condition.
Measures: H 31.75″ x L 71″ x D 17.75″.
Midcentury Italian Modern Sculpted Walnut and Ochre Velvet Lounge Chair
Striking, diminutive 1950s Italian lounge chair featuring a sculpted walnut frame and continuous back / seat cushion. Relatively low but wide profile, offering comfort while maintaining a small footprint. Newly reupholstered in an ochre velvet with new foam. Frame has been refinished; only minor wear remains.
Seat height: 15″
Arm height: 21.25″
D: 27.75″
W: 29″
H: 27.25″.
Midcentury Italian Walnut Valet by Fratelli Reguitti in the Style of Ico Parisi
This walnut valet on four caster wheels was designed by Fratelli Reguitti in the 1950s (often mis-attributed to Ico Parisi, who used these valets for styling interiors showcasing his furniture). The hanger is branded with the FR initials.
The piece itself is composed of a walnut frame/hanger and change or cufflink holder. There is 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 1.5″ in either direction by pulling out the brass rod.
There is tarnish to the brass, as pictured. The walnut has been refinished and is in excellent shape.
H 41.25″ x W 18.25″ x D 12.75″
Midcentury New Hope Style Walnut and Rosewood Wall Clock
Striking wall clock (circa 1960s, USA) composed of solid walnut with rosewood inlay. Relatively small size (9.25″) and minimal form, showcasing quality materials and craftsmanship. Nice contrast established by the color and grain differences in the woods employed along with the white clock hands.
Reminiscent of the New Hope, PA style, defined by icons like Wharton Escherick and George Nakashima, but the designer is unknown.
Battery-operated and in working order.
Excellent, vintage condition with only minimal wear present (namely, a couple of very small scuffs to the white paint of the clock hands).
Measures: D: .75″ (discounting hands)
D: 1.25″ (Including hands)
H: 9.25″
W: 9.25″.
Midcentury Three-Drawer Walnut Chest by Mel Smilow
Mel Smilow walnut chest designed in the 1950s for Smilow-Thielle. Composed of sculpted ‘bar’ pulls that support both the form and function of the piece, working beautifully with the minimal design and allowing the drawers to open smoothly and easily. Chest is supported by thin, tapered legs, which enhance the clean lines.
Newly refinished condition, few, small surfaces blemishes remain, as shown. Ebonized back is unfinished and shows wear. Overall, very good condition.
Measures: Surface depth 18″
Total depth (including the drawer pull) 19″
Length 36.1″
Height 30.25″.
Midcentury Walnut and Brass Gentleman’s Chest after Paul McCobb
This hghboy gentleman’s chest in walnut features two top drawers with circular brass pulls and two bi-fold doors that open to reveal 10 fixed shelves and an additional seven drawers. This piece boasts clean lines, exquisite grain, remarkable tone and minimal form. One scratch to the left side remains; otherwise, in excellent, restored condition.
H: 54.1″ x W: 42″ x Depth with the doors closed is: 18.5″ (Depth with the doors fully open is: 38.1″)
Midcentury Walnut and Leather Daybed / Settee by Mel Smilow
Daybed / settee designed by Mel Smilow for Smilow-Thielle in the 1950s. Solid walnut construction with newly upholstered Ralph Lauren leather cushions featuring button-tufted detail. Additionally, a Ralph Lauren brown suede lining has been fitted to cover the springs in order to protect the bottom of the cushion from scratches / scuffs. Sharp, sleek lines defined by the dramatically contoured legs and back frame. The original steel straps and metal springs are sound. Walnut has been refinished; only minor wear remains.
Measures:
75″ L x 30.5″ D x 29.5″ H (Height to back of the frame without back cushion is 26.5″) x seat height 17″.
Listing is for the daybed only; chair and ottoman set pictured is available separately.
Midcentury Walnut and Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Mel Smilow
$7,500.00Scarcely seen wide, armless lounge chair designed by Mel Smilow for Smilow-Thielle in the 1950s. Includes the original, oversized ottoman, which can double as a coffee / wide side table (cushion is removable, straps snap into the underside of the frame). Solid walnut construction with newly upholstered Ralph Lauren leather cushions featuring button-tufted detail. Additionally, a Ralph Lauren brown suede lining has been fitted to cover the springs in order to protect the bottom of the cushion from scratches / scuffs. Sharp, sleek lines defined by the dramatically contoured legs and chair frame. The original steel straps and metal springs are sound. Walnut has been refinished; only minor wear remains.
Chair measures: 36″ L x 30.25″ D x 29.5″ H (Height to back of the frame without back cushion is 26″) x seat height 17″
The ottoman is 30.5″ L x 30″ D x 12.75″ H (as a table), 17″ H (as an ottoman with cushion).
Listing is for the chair and ottoman only; daybed pictured is available separately.
Midcentury Walnut Extension Dining Table by Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration
1950s walnut dining table supported by elegant, tapered legs designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel’s “Declaration” line. Includes the two additional leaves. Beautifully bookmatched walnut veneer with only the most minor of tone differentiation between the leaves and the table from less frequent use. Very fine, refinished condition, with only minor wear.
Includes the original box for the two leaves.
Each leaf measures: 22″ long
Table without leaves: 60.1″
with one leaf: 82.1″
with both leaves: 104.1″
D: 40″
H: 29″
Height to apron: 26.5″.
Midcentury Walnut Plinth Based Side Table Attributed to Milo Baughman
Low, cube end / side table (circa 1960s, USA) in walnut with an ebonized plinth-base. Finished on all sides, each with different walnut grain. Refinished condition; only minor wear remains (one small repair to replace a spot of veneer loss). Attributed to Milo Baughman, unsigned.
Measures: H 15.5″ x W 16″ x D 16″.
Milo Baughman Attributed Mixed Wood Expandable Dining Table for Directional
This Milo Baughman attributed dining table for Directional (early 1960s) composed of teak, walnut, and rosewood banding (scarcely seen wood combination for these tables). Additionally, the legs are rosewood — another rare attribute.
The table includes a single bookmatched leaf that blends seamlessly with the table when in place. This example, as evidenced by the space allotted for the leaf, was designed to accommodate only one leaf, not two, equipped with posts that ‘snap’ into place on the rail.
Very nice, refinished condition; only minor wear remains (namely, a scratch to one of the edges, as shown).
The leaf measures: 23.5″ long
Without the leaf, the table measures: 65″ long
With the leaf, the table measures: 88.5″ long
The apron is 2.5″ high
H: 28.5″
Height to the bottom of the apron: 26″
D: 39″.