Modern Mahogany Secretary

It is unusual to find a modern secretary as most tend to be very traditional.  This one is modern and it is a beauty.  It is made of blond mahogany and is in two pieces.  The top has two sliding glass doors, three stationary shelves and a door that opens to a compartment with cubby holes, drawers and a writing surface.  The base opens to a compartment with one stationary shelf.  42" l., 15" w., 76" h.  American, c. 1940 SOLD

Pair of "Casa Bique" Slipper Chairs

Pretty, luxurious pair of lavender satin slipper chairs.  This pair of chairs was made by the Casa Bique Company of North Carolina in the 1970's, but have the feel of a much more glamorous time and place, such as Hollywood, c. 1930's.  They have rolled backs, pleated skirts, are beautifully upholstered and quite comfortable.  The original upholstery is in great condition.  Back, 37" h., seat, 18" h,. 20" w.  American, c. 1970's. SOLD

Toni Hamel; "The Priming"

Graphite drawing and watercolor on paper.  Unframed, 27 1/2" l., 20" h.  SOLD

"Drexel Furniture Co." Pair of Campaign Chests

Timeless pair of walnut campaign style chests by Drexel with brass pulls and corners.  Each chest has three drawers and the center drawers are double the depth of the top and bottom with a faux front.  They are very versatile and would work nicely flanking a bed, or in a living room or den.  Each chest is 31 1/2" l., 19" w., 29" h.  American, c. 1970  SOLD

Italian Brass and Glass Console Table

Fine brass and glass demilune console table with ribbed columnar base and thick bevelled top.  It's a great piece for a narrow hallway or foyer.  43" l., 18" w., 28" h.  Italian, c. 1970's  SOLD

Olexander Wlasenko; "The Headline"

The very emotional moment captured here by Olexander was inspired by Louis Malle's 1958 film noir classic, "Ascenseur pour l'echafaud".  Veronique has a secret.  The newspaper headline threatens to expose her.  She lays on the bed unable to sleep.  Framed, 66" l., 43" h.  $4,600.00

"Heritage Henredon" Cart

Two-tier walnut serving or bar cart by Heritage Henredon with faux bamboo handles and legs.  The cart is on ball casters and rolls very smoothly on carpet as well as hard surfaces.  38" l., 16" w., 34" h.  American, c. 1960's  SOLD

"Old Colony Furniture Co." Chest

Classic four drawer chest by Old Colony Furniture of Boston.  This low chest is crafted of finely grained bleached walnut with mahogany banding on the top, front and sides.  30" l., 17" w., 27" h.  American, c. 1940's  SOLD

Toni Hamel; "The Catch"

This is an important piece in Toni's body of work.  Completed in 2010, "The Catch" was the first piece in which Toni experimented with the use of embedded objects, the red thread in this case.  In addition, this was her first drawing which was submitted to a juried competition.  It was submitted to the "Drawing" competition at the John B. Aird Gallery in Toronto.  It won first prize.  Graphite, watercolor and thread on paper.  Unframed, 28" l., 20" h.  SOLD

"W. H. Howell" Upholstered Bench

Bronze metal Art Nouveau style bench with claw feet and shield decoration by W. H. Howell.  This substantial bench is upholstered in a nicely patinated chartreuse and pink silk damask fabric.  25" l., 13" w., 19" h. American, c. 1920  SOLD

Toni Hamel; "The Constellation"

Toni Hamel, "The Constellation".  Graphite, oil, acrylic jewels and thread on paper.  Framed, 28 1/2" l., 20 1/2" w.  SOLD

Canadian Retail Store: January Opening Procedures

1.  De-ice lock
2.  Give a few kicks to the frozen door to get it open
3.  Carve your open sign into the inch of ice on the INSIDE of front door
4.  Book flight to warmer climate

Might we suggest you stay warm and shop online at Michael Thomas today.  The forecast is for a much nicer weekend here in Port Hope.