Thursday, March 2, 2017

La Barge Coffee Table

Timeless and elegant brass and glass coffee table from La Barge.  The table has a thick glass top which is supported by a hexagonal polished brass base with six legs.  Each leg terminates with a ram's hoof foot.  42" diam., 14.75" h.  Italian, c. 1970's  SOLD

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Pair of Driftwood Lamps



It hasn't felt much like a normal Canadian winter here in Hamilton for the last month, and March is certainly coming in like a lamb.  With days like these, it is easy for our thoughts to turn to summer, beach, cottage and casual living.  In terms of home accessories, this cool pair of lamps covers all those bases.  It's one of the best pairs of driftwood lamps we have come across in our travels.  They have wonderful sculptural bodies, their original finials, and their original burlap shades which emit a warm, beautiful, soft light.  37" h.,  18" l., 11" w.  American, c. 1960's  SOLD  

Curtis Jere Swan


In our attempt to become the main Canadian purveyor of Curtis Jere sculptures, we would like to present another stunner.  This is one of the most beautiful and certainly the most graceful we have found.  The head and neck of the swan are elegant and nicely detailed.  The feathers are composed of brass rods which radiate harmoniously from the body which is also composed of brass rods.  It packs a big, yet understated, decorative punch.  58.5" l., 38.5 w., 2.5 d.  American, c. 1980's  SOLD It is worth the drive to Hamilton, but as always, we also ship world wide and deliver.  http://www.antiques.com/classified/Mid-Century-Modern/Mid-Century-Accessories/Antique-Curtis-Jere-Brass---Copper-Large-Swan-Wall-Sculpture    

Henredon Console Table

Stylish Asian Modern walnut console table by Henredon in a deep, rich walnut stain.  It would work well in a foyer or as a sofa table.  67" l., 17.5" w., 26.5" h.  American, c. 1970's  SOLD

Thursday, February 23, 2017

Maison Jansen Style Tables


Sophisticated and elegant pair of side tables in the style of Maison Jansen.  These substantial and well crafted tables have brushed chrome bases with polished brass accents and inset glass tops.  29" l., 19" w., 17" h.   American, c. 1970's  SOLD  

Mid-Century Bust

Beautiful mid-century female bust in black matte glaze ceramic.  There are markings on the bottom, but unfortunately they are not legible.  Great decorative piece.  17" h., 9.5" w., 3.5" d.  c. 1960's  SOLD

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Sheaf of Wheat Table


We have had a nice selection of  wheat sheaf tables (made iconic by Coco Chanel and as seen in her Rue Cambon apartment above) over the years, and posted one recently.  They are all slightly different and this one also has an extra little bundle of wheat in the center.  It has a beautifully toned gold finish, a substantial, well-crafted bundle and a rope tie. 36" diam., 18" h.  Italian, c. 1950's  SOLD

La Barge Hollywood Regency Mirror

High style and high quality La Barge double framed, carved wood and gesso, Hollywood/ Italian Regency style mirror.  The frame is silver leafed with gold and black accents.  43 1/2" h., 27" w.  Italian, c. 1960's SOLD

Century Furniture Asian Modern Chairs


Wonderful scale, quality and design on this pair of Asian Modern chairs by Century Furniture Company.  The chairs have horseshoe backs with geometric carved back rests, and retain their original Chinese medallion damask upholstery which is in excellent vintage condition.  28" h., 26" w., 23" d.  American, c. 1970's  SOLD

Lightolier Chandelier


Stylish 1970's, five-arm, wood, brass and glass dome chandelier by Lightolier.  We've seen this chandelier attributed to Gaetano Sciolari.  While he did work with Lightolier, we can't say for sure it is one of his designs.  23" diam., 21" h.  American, c. 1970's  SOLD

Erwin-Lambeth for John Stuart, Sofa

This is an 8.75 foot '10'!  Our sofa selections seem to be pretty popular lately and this one is exceptional.  It makes sense, if you've looked at buying a great quality new sofa lately.  For a new sofa of this quality, you are likely to pay between six and ten thousand dollars.  Even for the same quality vintage sofa, that seems the norm.  https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/seating/sofas/magnificent-erwin-lambeth-long-low-curved-four-seat-sofa-mid-century-modern/id-f_5002173/  This curved-back sofa by Erwin-Lambeth for John Stuart retains its original cream upholstery which is in near mint vintage condition.  It is long and luxurious and very comfortable.  The frame is solid wood and the cushions are down filled.  105" l., 37" d., 24" h.  American, c. 1960's  SOLD