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Item Ships From: California
Lapis Lazuli Horse Knight
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful hand carved horse bust in grade AAA natural lapis lazuli. The horse with robust neck and windswept mane, mouth slightly open and large alert eyes. Lapis of beautiful coba...
Category
20th Century Afghan Modern Times
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Italian Pencil Reed Bamboo Planter Bin in the style of Gabriella Crespi
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian pencil reed bamboo planter bin in the style of Gabriella Crespi
Coiled bamboo vessel with natural color variations
Aged brass rim
Substantial pi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Times
Materials
Brass
Damo Bodhidharma in Fragrant Camphor Wood
Located in Somis, CA
This is a very special statue of the Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Damo). A legendary Buddhist monk who is believed to be the saint who introduced Buddhism to China, Damo represents "dharma of awakening". He is depicted bald with beard of small curls, deep wrinkles symbolizing empathy for all the sufferings, a pair of very long eyebrows symbolizing longevity, with compassionate countenance. This unique piece is carved of solid camphor wood, whose natural fragrance and insect repellent ability makes it a prize wood for carving of important statues. Organic free form bodice resembling a long flowing robe with finely hand carved head...
Category
20th Century Chinese Modern Times
Materials
Wood
1967 Etching Titled, Dated, Signed "Nocturnal Abode" #3/7 by Artist H Valoff
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage 1967 original etching named signed and numbered "Nocturnal Abode" #3/7 H. Valoff 1967.
1967 Original etching by Artist H. Valoff Is Framed And Ready To Hang.
Nocturnal Ab...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Times
Materials
Paper
Pair of Italian Walnut Tables, circa 1790
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular top with with molded edge and canted angles raised on channel moulded cabriolet legs.
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Directoire Antique Modern Times
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Neoclassical Mirrors , circa 1780
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine pair of 24-karat giltwood mirrors. The oval beveled plates within molded and cabochon borders and surmounted by a cartouche and floral foliate cresting.
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Modern Times
Materials
Giltwood
Gilt Bronze Buddha in Patchwork Robe
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful 6.7 lb gilt bronze statue of young Buddha. Seated in dhyana asana on a beaded lotus throne, hands in dhyana mudra, wearing a patchwork sanghati incised with foliate scrol...
Category
20th Century Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Antique Agra, circa 1890
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Bird and Snake Design
circa 1890
Dimensions: 23' x 26'
Origin: India
Condition: excellent for...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Extraordinary Cherub/Putti Monumental Palace Mirror by Valentino Besarel
By Valentino Panciera Besarel
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Second to none monumental palace mirror
Most likely the best of this kind in the world by a famous maker, Valentino Besarel
We were the high bidder on th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Modern Times
Materials
Walnut
Antique Agra, circa 1880
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted cotton pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1880
Dimensions: 11'8" x 13'11"
Origin: India
Condition: excellent with low pile
Fi...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Tub Planter Firepit Trough Antique LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Tub Planter Firepit Trough Antique LA . Exquisite 18th century Thick Walls water fountain basin of hand carved stone . This trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a carved stone fountain head , we have many options of them, creating a charming garden water fountain . This good large size stone trough from Provence , The centuries left its marks on this container and a very nice patina . Installed will be the focal point of any landscape design . It is a piece of art that holds history and majesty in its proportions . This architectural element is very versatile and it will be the focal point of your landscape or centerpiece in a contemporary modern design landscape , traditional provincial , Italian , Spanish Mediterranean , French in a farm or winery etc . Antique dealer California Los Angeles / West Hollywood La Cienega Blvd and Melrose Ave . Some designers turned them into fire pit , some of them with multiple simple spouts with water bubbling as freestanding water feature or with a wall mount fountain head...
Category
18th Century French Antique Modern Times
Materials
Stone
Vintage Turkoman Bukhara Rug, circa 1970
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
circa 1970
Dimensions: 10'7" x 12'9"
Origin: Iran
Condition: Excellent
Field color: Burgundy
Border color: Ivory ...
Category
1970s Persian Tribal Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Glorious Victus museum original from the 1890 columbian exposition
Located in Van Nuys, CA
From a private museum this very rare large example of the glorious victis on a rouge, marble museum, swivel base
This particular bronze was the one that was shown in 1890 Colombian ...
Category
1880s Antique Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Craftsman Chandelier
By Craftsman Studio
Located in Berkeley, CA
Craftsman style (sometimes called mission style) was born in the late 18th century as a direct response to the Industrial Revolution.
When society began to shift toward mass prod...
Category
1940s American Mission Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Fruitwood
1950s Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Combed Dining Set Modernism, 9 Piece Set
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage Paul Frankl dining room set by Brown - Saltman.
9 piece dining table one leaf six chairs with matching buffet all with honey combed design ico...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Wood
Fine Tabriz Signed Rug, circa 1960
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Signed by weaver, circa 1960
Dimensions: 9'8" x 12'5"
Origin: Iran
Condition: Excellent
Field Color: Cherry-Red
B...
Category
1960s Persian Tabriz Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Italian Crystal Beaded Chandelier With Amber Drops
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, vintage Italian gilt-iron and crystal beaded chandelier with Murano glass drops.
The chandelier consists of a curvaceous gilded iron frame decorated crystal bead swags an...
Category
1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Iron
Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière bowl planter vessel sink Antiques . 17th C. Possibly earlier Gothic Container . A Water Trough Benitier in a ...
Category
17th Century French Gothic Antique Modern Times
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Tiffany Studios Glass Decorating New York Monumental Interior Entry
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Tiffany Studios monumental interior entrance
as you can see by the pictures
The side lights, how beautiful Tiffany furnace drapery glass with shallow mottel background
The archw...
Category
1890s Antique Modern Times
Materials
Glass
Green Concrete Side Table with Intricate Pattern, 'Unearthed Lineage'
Located in Cazadero, CA
Organic, round green and yellow concrete side, accent, or coffee table with "blade and shield" botanical and intricate, lace-like impressions and wavy,...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Dark Grey and White Artistic Concrete End Table, 'Batholith'
Located in Cazadero, CA
One of a kind, artistic concrete side or end table with textured black and white sides. Abstract line patterning on sides evoke an ancient script. Handpacked concrete made with Glass...
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Pink Rhodonite Gemstone Calligraphy Brush 15"
Located in Somis, CA
This is a very rare brush made with 5 rose pink rhodonite gemstones, each stone measuring at 1.25" wide. A healing crystal for the heart, it dissolves negative emotions and magnifies...
Category
20th Century Chinese Modern Times
Materials
Marble
18th Century Hand Carved Stone Column Base Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element
Located in West Hollywood, CA
18th Century hand carved stone column base sculpture doorstop decorative element. Nicely Hand Carved 18th Century Stone base pedestal , it Could be...
Category
18th Century French Antique Modern Times
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Original 1901 Ansonia Mahogany Antique Standing Brass Deco Grandfather Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Here we are offering an extreme rare Ansonia Antique Standing floor clock that is in its original mint condition. It stands 94 inch tall. The entire case is in mahogany finish and hi...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Modern Times
Materials
Brass
Antique Indian Agra, circa 1890
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1890
Dimensions: 16'5" x 19'11"
Origin: India
Condition: Good condition, reduced with flat pile
Field Color: Te...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Cleo Five Legged Ceramic Side Table
By Ōmbia Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by stone slabs, this table embodies texture, organic shapes, and close attention to detail. The glaze almost has a metallic aspect to it, giving it a slight sheen. Each prod...
Category
2010s Modern Times
Materials
Clay
Arne Hovmand Olsen Rosewood Nesting Tables for Mogens Kold, Denmark 1960's
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 nesting tables in rosewood by designer Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Manufactured by Mogens Kold in Denmark. The tables have been refinished and are in excellent condition. All are st...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Wood
1960s Etching Titled, Signed Numbered "The Underworld" 4/10 by Artist H. Valoff
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage 1960s original etching titled, Signed and numbered "The Underworld" #4/10 H. Valoff 1960s.
1960s original etching by artist H. Valoff is framed and ready to hang.
The und...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Times
Materials
Other
Gallatin Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Gallatin Bed has a quiet, considered form with beautiful functionality and detailing. The sculpted solid wood frame reveals a stunning composition of grain pattern and flow. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Modern Times
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Oak, Ash, Velvet, Linen, Mohair
1962 Etching Titled, Dated, Signed Numbered "Moscow Symposium" #4/4 H. Valoff
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage 1962 original Etching titled, dated, signed and numbered "Moscow Symposium" #4/4 H. Valoff 1962.
1962 original etching by Artist H. Valoff is framed and ready to hang.
Mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Other
Venetian Murano Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The blown glass standard of ball form resting on a glass baluster issuing eight scrolling arms holding candle cups and lights above a cut glass dish
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Other Modern Times
Materials
Blown Glass
Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Manjushree with Beaded Tassels
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful gilt bronze, 4.6 lb, statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. Seated in vajrasana on a double lotus throne, in his right hand the sword of wisdom and his left hand in jn...
Category
20th Century Tibetan Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Pair Giant Bronze Foo Dogs Lions 63 Lb
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of extraordinary 26" wide, 63 lb, heavy cast bronze Foo Dog lions. Each modeled on its side with large turned head with open jaw, bulging eyes and curly eyebrows, framed by a tightly curled mane. One lion...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Handmade Cast Concrete Bowl in Grey by Umé Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
An edition of 150 unique bowls, the Concrete Series by UMÉ Studio expresses the tension between heavy concrete and its delicate edge generated by hand pouring. While one assumes conc...
Category
2010s American Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Monumental Marble Inlaid Obelisks, Grand Tour Style
Located in El Monte, CA
Unique monumental Italian 19th Century Grand Tour Style Specimen marble inlaid obelisks. Marble is precisely cut and inlaid into a fine two-tone...
Category
20th Century European Grand Tour Modern Times
Materials
Marble
Handmade Cast Concrete Bowl in Grey by UME Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
An edition of 150 unique bowls, the Concrete Series by UMÉ Studio expresses the tension between heavy concrete and its delicate edge generated by hand pouring. While one assumes conc...
Category
2010s American Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Handmade Cast Concrete Bowl in Grey by UMÉ Studio
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
An edition of 150 unique bowls, the Concrete Series by UMÉ Studio expresses the tension between heavy concrete and its delicate edge generated by hand pouring. While one assumes conc...
Category
2010s American Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Silver Bronze Guan Yin Statue 7 Lb Avalokiteshvara Compassion
Located in Somis, CA
A large 7.15 lb Republic era silver bronze statue of the Goddess of Compassion Guan Yin. Seated on lotus throne, Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara is depicted in the most traditional fashi...
Category
20th Century Chinese Qing Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Hand Carved Stone Container Farm Sink Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand carved stone container farm sink fountain trough basin planter antique LA . 18th Century water basin of hand carved stone container. Color and patina keeps changing with the light and the seasons . this trough could be installed with a simple bronze metal spout or a carved stone fountain head , we have many options of them , in order to create a charming garden water fountain for your pets or to have it as a dog bowl . Three holes at the bottom , you could have them filled up and resurfaced , or you could resurface it with metal sheet
A nice size stone trough from Provence. The centuries left its marks on this container and a very nice patina. Installed will be the focal point of any landscape design laid on gravel or mounted as a kitchen Farm sink or powder room sink , or in the center of a larger fountain...
Category
18th Century French Antique Modern Times
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Stan Bitters Large Glazed Scratch Planter for Hans Sumpf, 1960s
By Stan Bitters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern planter by ceramist Stan Bitters for Hans Sumpf, California 1960's. This uncommon "scratch" pattern has a glazed upper portion and exposed stoneware bottom. The pi...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Custom Made Modular Low Profile Sectional, Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W115 D55 H29
SINGLE: W29 D35 SW29 SD20 SH13
Corner: W28 D28 H29 SW19 SD19 SH13
Newly designed in house in a high pile velvet with angular back rest and rounded sea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Cotton, Velvet
Mid-20th Century Black Wood Foot Rest or Low Side Table with Turned Ming Feet
Located in Lomita, CA
This Chinese foot rest is special. It is hand carved from heavy wood, possibly Ironwood with a cylindrical roller, and raised on four stout legs.
It is from the Mid-20th Century. The ironwood provides the stool with a stunning texture. Our appraiser says it originated in China's Hebei province. This is the same province as the great wall of China...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Modern Times
Materials
Wood
Arne Jacobsen "Oxford" Chairs, Set of 8
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of 8 Oxford chairs that swivel in a vibrant blue Maharam fabric designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. This is an example of the iconic design produced in 1971.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Chrome
DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture 1970s
By David Segel
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s DAVID SEGEL Abstract Nude Sculpture Is A Beautiful Ceramic Abstract. The Artist Conveys His Abstract View Of The Female Human Form With Accentuated Curves And Muscular Tones.
Artist Used His Female Muse For Many Of His Sculptures and Paintings As Seen In His Works Of Art. As You Can See There Is Much Influence Of French Sculptors Within This Artists Work Yet The Freedom Of His Own Point Of View.
This Gorgeous Abstract Is A Substantial Sculpture With A Slight Pink Hue To The Ceramic.
This Abstract Is In Excellent Vintage Condition With It's Age. Again This Piece Has A Pinkish Hue To The Ceramic, And It Is Quite Substantial.
ARTIST INFORMATION:
DAVID SEGEL 1921-2005:
An American Modernist Painter And Sculptor. He Lived In Venice California and Paris. After studying at the Carnegie Institute in Pittsburgh, and the Art Institute of Chicago, David moved to Paris in 1950 to work and teach, He studied in the atelier of Fernand Leger and then traveled around other Western European countries. He has been shown in galleries from Paris, France, to Los Angeles, California, including the Whitney Museum in New York City. Segel enjoyed a prolific career and worked with a variety of mediums including: oils, bronze and wood sculptures, and dramatic sketches. He also worked in furniture and interior design. Segel’s work is represented in the permanent collection of the Whitney Museum. His awards include The First Carnegie Prize and The Hallmark International Art Award. David Segel died in Venice, California in 2005 at the age of 84.
His solo exhibition of painting and sculpture include: Lynchburg, VA; Galerie Ariel, Paris; Galerie Maight, Paris; Van-Dieman Lilienfeld Gallery, New York; Palmer House...
Category
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Modern Times
Materials
Ceramic
Monumental Calligraphy Brush 37" Marble Rings
Located in Somis, CA
An extraordinary, oversize Chinese calligraphy brush with a collection of 14 jumbo marble rings divided by white satin ribbons. This massive brush weighs a whopping 4.5 lb with a gia...
Category
20th Century Chinese Modern Times
Materials
Marble
Fine Persian Isfahan, circa 1960
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
circa 1960
Dimensions: 9'9" x 13'7"
Origin: Iran
Condition: Excellent
Field color: Royal-Blue
Border color: Beige ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Other Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Roca Nested Coffee Tables in Black Limestone Plaster
By Ōmbia Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by stone slabs, this table embodies texture, organic shapes, and close attention to detail. Each product is handmade to order, resulting in slight variations to the one pict...
Category
2010s Modern Times
Materials
Concrete
Gray Vegetable Dyed Oushak
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted, vegetable dyed wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Dimensions: 3'2" x 29'
Origin: India
Field color: grey
Border color: grey
Accent color: ivory, gold,...
Category
2010s Indian Oushak Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Pair Carved Stone Figures Of Hunting Dogs Garden Antique Statuary Animal Lovers
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair Carved Stone Figures Of Hunting Dogs Garden Antique Statuary Animal Lovers . PRICED FOR THE PAIR.
beautiful Chateau De Chasse hand carved stone dogs large size mounted on top ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Times
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Metal
Ligne Collection, 'Light 2 - White Neon, Grey Glass', by Sabine Marcelis
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dutch-Kiwi designer Sabine Marcelis’s work is at the forefront of contemporary material innovation in product and installation design. She works with glass manufacturers and more, forging partnerships across her industry to bring her ambitiously experimental projects to fruition.
Marcelis’s focus is on allowing happenstance sensory experiences to emerge by juxtaposing combinations of unlikely materials and colors. She was educated at the Design Academy Eindhoven and since founding her eponymous studio in 2011 in Rotterdam in the Netherlands, she has built a remarkable roster of clients in fashion, architecture and art. She has created signature pieces for the likes of Rem Koolhaas’s architecture firm OMA, high-fashion labels Fendi and Isabel Marant and luxury beauty brand Aēsop. She has also exhibited at the Salone del Mobile in Milan and won Wallpaper* magazine’s Designer of the Year award for 2020.
Marcelis was invited to create a sculptural intervention for the interiors of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Times
Materials
Blown Glass
Mid 20th Century Modern Open Metal Wire Dining Table and Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 5 Piece Open Metal Wire Cone dining set In The Style Or Likeness of Verner Panton.
This 5 Piece White And Black Open Metal Wire Cone Dining Set Is In Excellent Vintage Condition. Four White Open Metal Wire Cone Swivel Dining Chairs, White Open Metal Wire Cone Design With Black Leatherette Seat Cushions. The Dining Table Is A White Open Metal Wire Cone Base With Original Black Stone Like Table...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Stone, Wire
Persian Tabriz Hadji Jalili, circa 1900
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1900
Dimensions: 14'2" x 21'9"
Origin: Iran.
Condition: Excellent with even low pile
Field color: Ivory
Borde...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Modern Times
Materials
Wool
Antique Fine Turkish Sivas Rug, circa 1930
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1930
Dimensions: 10'6" x 15'2"
Origin: Turkey
Condition: Excellent for its age
Field color: gold
Border colo...
Category
1930s Turkish Other Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Wool
English George III Automaton Musical Bell Striking Figure Bronze Bracket Clock
Located in Danville, CA
A large English George III Style Musical Automaton bracket clock. The gorgeous gilt bronze case is decorated with beautiful brass casting applications. There is a large pagoda on the top to make the appearance of this clock even more impressive. The Roman numeral dial is made of porcelain without any cracks or hairlines. Translucent enamel corners surround the center dial. The time and the automaton feature can be seen through a large beveled glass panel.
This clock has an 8 day mechanism with hourly striking, driven by triple...
Category
Late 20th Century American George III Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Antique Agra, circa 1880
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation.
Circa 1880
Dimensions: 16'7" x 33'7"
Origin: India
Condition: Excellent for its age
Field Co...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Modern Times
Materials
Wool
"Angry Heads" Painting by Satish Gupta, New Dehli, India 1965
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage painting by Satish Gupta, New Dehli, India, 1965. Newly framed.
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Paper
Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Gilt Bronze Automaton Musical Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Bronze Elephant Automaton Music Bracket Clock
A truly magnificent Chinese Guangzhou studio automaton clock , large triple deck body supported on the back of four elephants , extremely ornate bronze case, floral relief, paste-set around the automaton windows and dial, ormolu bronze case, automaton glass waterfall and swimming ducks on the front and both sides, music plays hourly, palm trees on each corners spins as part of the automaton as well.
Case: heavy bronze with ormolu gold gilt with large elephants
Dial: porcelain dial with Roman numerals
Clock Mechanism: 8 day mechanical movement with quarter striking, with studio mark
Automaton: plays hourly, 3 large windows on the low deck showing spinning twisted glass tube to imitate waterfall, horizontal glass tubes made to look like river with animating ducks, very impression automaton, palm trees on the corners of upper decks rapidly spin as part of the automaton, 2 ribbons spinning on the center of top double gourd. Music box playing to accompany the automaton, making it a treat for both eyes and ears.
Condition: clock is currently cleaned and in proper working order, automaton and music are playing properly as well, however, a professional adjustment is highly recommended after delivery.
Literature: From the time the first clocks were brought to China from Europe around 1582, the Chinese Emperors were fascinated with European mechanical clockworks. As objects of curiosity and items of luxury, these early clocks incorporated mechanisms including music and animated figures. European clocks were called "zimingzhong' or "self-sounding bells...
Category
20th Century Modern Times
Materials
Bronze
Roche Bobois Post Modern Sofa & Ottoman, Circa 1980's
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roche Bobois three-seat sofa & ottoman by designer Hans Hopfer in like new condition. The sofa was manufactured in 1987 per tags shown underneath. Original 100% cotton fabric with an intricate pattern. The back cushions are down filled. The seat cushions are comprised of foam. No rips, snags, markings, or odors. This sofa is incredibly comfortable.
Sofa dimensions:
82.5" W x 35.5" D x 34" H, Seat Height 14...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Modern Times
Materials
Upholstery, Down
Oak Frame Dining chairs in Mohair, Set of 6, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak Frame Dining chairs in Mohair, Set of 6, France
Category
Early 20th Century French Modern Times
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Suisse Langenthal Bowls
By Suisse Langenthal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Immerse yourself in the elegance of these vintage Suisse Langenthal bowls. This collection of four bowls embodies a striking modernist design, accentuated with captivating blue line ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Modern Times
Materials
Ceramic
