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Karl Springer Furniture

American, German, 1931-1991

The Berlin-born, New York–based designer Karl Springer brought a chic, high-fashion sensibility to his coffee tables, mirrors, Lucite lamps and other furnishings. During his heyday in the 1970s, Springer’s work was a favorite of the glamour set, who enjoyed the novelty of pieces finished in rich and striking materials that ranged from exotic hides and skins to lacquer and chromed metal.

In a sense, Springer was a pre-postmodernist. Much as the dull, safe, corporate sameness of late 20th-century modernism prompted Ettore Sottsass, Michael Graves and others to explore new and provocative structures and materials in design and architecture, so, too, was Springer driven to enliven his creations with fresh and alluring energy and sleekness.

Springer came to New York in the late 1950s and found work arranging window displays at the department store Lord & Taylor. He had studied bookbinding in Germany, and, using his meticulous skills, he began crafting desk accessories wrapped in leather as a sideline. These pieces were sold in luxury stores like Bergdorf Goodman and drew a sophisticated clientele that included the Duchess of Windsor.

By 1965, Springer had established his own Manhattan atelier. It was Pierre Scapula, decorator to Jackie and Aristotle Onassis, who spotted Springer's disco-era Onassis chairs — which didn't yet have a name — first commissioned for a private residence in Acapulco, on the floor of the designer’s East 61st Street showroom. Jackie ordered barstools for the couple’s yacht, the Christina O, and dining chairs for their house on the Greek mainland.

At the time of his death, Springer had showrooms as far afield as Los Angeles, Tokyo and Munich.

The chairs, tables, credenzas and other furniture forms Springer created are generally simple, but substantial, and often have robust, rounded lines. The appeal of his work lies in Springer's insistence on exacting construction and, above all, his eye for unusual materials and finishes.

Springer employed Lucite, brass, and gunmetal along with chromed and polished steel, and revived exquisite finishes rarely seen since the days of Art Deco masters such as Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean-Michel Frank: shagreen (a type of sharkskin), python, goatskin, bone, horn, and lacquered parchment, as well as fabrics that include batik prints. Made of such materials, Springer’s work is by its very nature flamboyant and eye-catching: a suite of pieces will astonish, and an artfully placed side table in exotic hide will add a surprising spark.

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Creator: Karl Springer
Karl Springer, Mid-Century Modern, Large Coffee Table, Gunmetal, Brass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
Signed Large Midcentury Karl Springer Coffee / Cocktail Table, Gunmetal, Brass Priced well below site and market value comes this Large and Impressive Glass top Coffee or Cocktail ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Karl Springer "Round Leg Coffee Table" with Artisan Glass Top, 1980s, 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind "round leg coffee table" in gunmetal and chrome with artisan glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom stretcher “Karl Springer”). Hand-etched circu...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Karl Springer Brass and Onyx Top Side Table
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare oval onyx brass side table by Karl Springer. Heavy brass table with an onyx beveled insert top.
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1970s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Karl Springer Shagreen Side Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Dallas, TX
Karl Springer side table with Shagreen top. Signature to bottom.
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1980s Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Shagreen

Karl Springer Rare Large Illuminating Vanity Magnifying Mirror, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Meticulously crafted extra large adjustable illuminating magnifying mirror in polished steel and brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Karl Springer Amoeba Table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Springer Amoeba table. Bronze patinated brass and black glass top.
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair Rare Karl Springer Onyx Top and Brass End Tables
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rare oval onyx brass side tables by Karl Springer. Heavy brass tables with an onyx beveled insert top. One table is slightly taller and wider. Taller: 17.75H x 17.25W x 15D....
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1970s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Onyx, Brass

Rare Karl Springer Leather and Metal Stool
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Karl Springer leather and metal stool. Has a red leather seat and metal base.
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1970s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Set of 4 Onassis Bar Stools by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 4 "Onassis Bar Stools" in a goat skin frame and saddle brown calf skin cushions with a brass foot rail. Designed by Karl Springer. Made in Ame...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass

Karl Springer Iconic Hinged Box in Yellow Cobra, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Iconic sculptured box in yellow cobra, piano hinged with interior in suede, by Karl Springer, American 1970s. The craftsmanship on this box is simply superb.
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Sculpture Leg Table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pewter finish cylinder with brass screw cap. Original Pie-shaped glass. Engraved signature Extremely heavy weighted cylinder counter balances the cantilever glass and anything placed on top of it. one of Karl Springer best...
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1970s North American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal

"Signed" Karl Springer Large Brass & Tessellated Stone Wall Mounted Mirror 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, large, tall and very rare 'signed' domed or curved top Mid-Century brass and tessellated stone wall-mounted / hung vanity or hallway bevelled edged mirror by legendary Germ...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Stone, Brass

Karl Springer Reptile Embossed Leather Cocktail Table, Signed and Dated 1983
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous Karl Springer (signed) reptile embossed leather coffee table is signed and dated 1983, the same year that brought us Risky Business, Scarface, National Lampoon...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Leather

Original Vintage Karl Springer Executive Black Lacquered Desk
By Karl Springer
Located in East Hampton, NY
This large scale executive desk belonged to the late fashion designer, Geoffrey Beene. Sourced from his Estate in Oyster Bay, NY, it is in good vintage condition, 4 invisible drawer...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Wood

Karl Springer Exceptional "Ming Coffee Table" in Python 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally crafted "Ming Coffee Table" in black and white python by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The skins are in like-new condition. The craftsmanship of this table is superb. Reference: Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Wood, Python

Vintage Karl Springer Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Karl Springer vanity mirror Vintage wear and patina as shown. As Found Condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Square Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square ivory-colored goatskin and lacquer coffee table designed by Karl Springer featuring thick rounded table legs and rounded corners. Karl Springe...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Lacquer, Goatskin

Karl Springer Bronze Floor Lamp
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A bronze floor lamp from Karl springer Original surface Copy of a Giacometti design, Very Heavy.
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Karl Springer Two-Tiered Gun Metal and Brass Table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Springer two-tiered gun metal and brass table, unsigned. Original smoked glass shows signs of wear/wear to gun metal finish (please refer to photos). Would work well in a va...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Brass

White Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamp by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s White acrylic and polish chrome table lamp by Karl Springer. Newly rewired and new shade. It takes two 75w max Edison light bulbs.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Modern Sculptural Bench Clad in Scored Brown Leather by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern sculptural bench clad in brown scored leather by Karl Springer. Very good condition. Dimensions: 18" depth x 44" W x 22" H, seat height 16.5".
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20th Century American Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Leather

Karl Springer Custom Marble Table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Round side table in polished stainless steel. Beautiful dark green marble top Authenticated by Tom Langevin.  
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1970s North American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Murano Green Glass Vase Designed by Karl Springer, Signed
By Karl Springer
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful, vintage, large green Murano glass vase designed by Karl Springer in the 1980's. "Karl Springer" is etched on the bottom of the vase. The vase stands approximately 21 1...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Chrome and Lucite with Snakeskin Leather Bench by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1980’s clear acrylic and polish chrome with Italian snakeskin embossed leather bench By renowned designer Karl Springer (1931 - 1991). Newly recovered. The bench has ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Telephone Table in Yellow Cobra with Brass Castors 1985, 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Telephone Table" covered in yellow cobra with moire silk on the bottom in brass castors by Karl Springer, American 1985 (leather label on bottom reads "Karl Springer 1985...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Stunning Molded Bullseye Mirror in Egyptian Porphyry Lacquer 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Stunning wall-hanging molded "Bullseye Mirror" with frame in Egyptian porphyry lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer’s artisans mastered this complex and subtle lacquer...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Lacquer, Wood

Steel and Brass Tulip Bases for Dining or Console tables by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of metal tulip table bases designed and manufactured by Karl Springer, Ltd circa 1970-80s. The bases are currently configured as a pair of conso...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Karl Springer "Lucite Leg Coffee Table" with Thick Glass Top 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
“Lucite Leg Coffee Table” with beautifully made solid lucite legs and thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This can be configured with legs at the corners or one on eac...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Karl Springer "Ming Writing Desk" in Embossed Leather 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
“Ming Desk” in color embossed textured leather with 2 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship and materials are superb and this is a wonderful example of Karl Springer’s work. This is a pared down version of the Chinese Style Series which preceded it. Reference: Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of the coffee table model of this desk with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Karl Springer Pair of "Onassis Bar Stools" in Lacquered Mahogany, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of "Onassis Bar Stools" in mirror lacquered mahogany with upholstered seats and oxidized bronze footrests by Karl Springer, American 1970s. The beautiful wood and meticulous fin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Bronze

Karl Springer Rare "Regency Armchair" Desk Chair 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and beautifully made "Regency Armchair" desk chair in polished stainless steel and brass with upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The quality and materials used ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Karl Springer Rare Adjustable Magnifying Lens in Polished Chrome 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare adjustable magnifying lens with beautifully crafted mount in polished chrome by Karl Springer, American 1980's.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Karl Springer, Freeform Coffee Table, United States, 1994
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Karl Springer's voracious appetite for design knowledge can be seen in his work, which is influenced by a wide variety of aesthetics, from the more contemporary Bauhaus, to those of ...
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1990s American Art Deco Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer Brass and Nickel Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Nice mirror. Vanity or shaving.Brass and nickel. It swivels and one side is magnifying.
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Karl Springer Large Wall Hanging Mirror in Python, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large "Half Round Molding Mirror" covered in python with beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1970s. This mirror is a superb example of Karl Springer’s craftsmanship. Referen...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Mirror, Wood, Python

Karl Springer American Mid-Century Blue Velvet and Steel Souffle Ottoman
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century 'Souffle' ottoman with blue velvet upholstery with a square gilt steel base. (Karl Springer)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Upholstery

Pair of Karl Springer Snake Skin Two Tier Side Tables
By Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Karl Springer snake skin two tier side tables on wheels. Signed and dated.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin

Lucite Lamp with Original Metal Shade Karl Springer, 1970
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Lucite lamp with original metal shade Karl Springer, 1970.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal

Karl Springer Pair of Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candle holders in brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic Karl Springer candle holders are both chic and beautifully made. Reference Ka...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with Polished Gunmetal Bases, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with custom graphic fabric and bases in seamlessly welded solid polished gunmetal with recessed castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These ottomans are classic Karl Springer. The recessed castors make them very easy to move around. They are beautiful accents for any room. Reference: Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal

Karl Springer Jansen Style Dining Table in Polished Gunmetal and Brass 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "Hexagonal Jansen Style Table" in polished gunmetal and brass with thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The meticulous craftsmanship and beautiful ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Karl Springer Brass and Nickel Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Karl Springer brass and Nickel Vanity mirror.
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20th Century American Post-Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Karl Springer Rare Jansen Style Console Table in Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare "Jansen Style Console Table" in polished chrome and gold-tinted brass with inset glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The sides of this table taper in towards the front....
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Rare Credenza in Taupe Leather and Brass 1985 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional "three door, three drawer cabinet" covered in taupe leather with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1985 (Signed “Karl Springer 1985...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Karl Springer Superbly Crafted End Table in Brass with Zebra Wood Top, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in mirror polished brass with double book matched zebra wood top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted and is a fine ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass

Karl Springer Pair of Octagonal Solid Lucite Table Lamps 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of solid lucite table lamps with octagonal sections separated by cylindrical sections with chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. As with all Springer’s pieces, thes...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Set of 4 Karl Springer Onassis Bar Stools
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Karl Springer Onassis bar stools. The stools' frame is lacquered wood with fabric covered cushioned seats. The stools have a nice, lacquered...
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1980s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Karl Springer Large "Candlestick Table Lamp" in Brushed Nickel 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large "candlestick table lamp" in brushed nickel with gunmetal accents and polished chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1980's. A very elegant Springer design. This lamps has ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Nickel, Chrome

Pair of Original Karl Springer Chairs, Stainless Steel and Brass
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
One of Karl Springer’s most popular and versatile designs, the Regency Arm Chair features a slightly tilted back for maximum comfort. The frame is mirror polished stainless steel wit...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Karl Springer Stunning Octagonal Mirror in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Octagonal wall-hanging mirror in lacquered goatskin with darker lacquered goatskin edge by Karl Springer, American 1970's (Karl Springer leather label on back reads “Karl Springer LT...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Goatskin, Lacquer, Mirror, Wood

Karl Springer Large Swivel Magnifying Round Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Largest size this mirror was executed by Karl Springer. One side is 1:1 and the other side is magnifying.
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Postmodern Chrome Glass and Lacquered Legs Karl Springer Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
From Le Shoppe Too in Michigan comes this simply stunning, this large scale coffee table by Karl Springer, a foremost name in postmodern and modern design. The table consists of a la...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Gray Shagreen and Leather Wrapped Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Springer shagreen and leather wrapped coffee table. Signed and dated. Gray tinted shagreen. Blue version available on separate listin...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Leather, Shagreen

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans / Poufs. The bases of the ottomans are brushed steel and upholstered in satin with a hand-painted abstract pat...
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1980s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer Pair of "JMF Barstools" in Black Lizard Leather 1986 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of “JMF Barstools” in black embossed lizard leather with brass footrests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The embossed leather is very luxurious and these are fine examples of Springer’s superb craftsmanship. Reference: Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 21...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Pair of Souffle Ottomans
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Karl Springer Souffle Ottomans / Poufs. The bases of the ottomans are brushed steel and upholstered in satin with a hand-painted abstract patt...
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1980s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer "Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in Platinum Leaf 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Stunning “Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in lacquered platinum leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The subtle shape, color and craftsmanship of this...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Platinum

Embossed Leather Cocktail Tables by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Wood, embossed leather and chromed metal. 2 cocktail tables of cream-colored leather, embossed with lizard pattern & chromed metal feet. Label affixed to the bottom of each table.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Karl Springer furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Karl Springer furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Karl Springer furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 596 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Karl Springer were created in the modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles Hollis Jones, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Widdicomb Furniture Co.. Prices for Karl Springer furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $428 and can go as high as $75,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,500.

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