About AWK DESIGN ANTIQUES
WE LOVE 20TH CENTURY DESIGN! AWK Design Antiques was founded by Alison Widmann Kinney in 2006, specializing in fine 20th century furnishings. The collection features some of the most sought after classics from iconic mid-century modern designers as well as finds from lesser known, and even, unknown makers whose work speaks for itself. Our showroom features an ever-changing selection from our carefully restored inventory. Come by just to browse or contact us to assure that the items in which you are interested are on display.
Featured Pieces
Florentine Gilt Decorated Terracotta Jardiniere, Italy C 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
An unusual Italian jardiniere featuring Florentine style incised decorations in gilt and cream. Great size at 15.5" high. In very fine condition, no damage.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Renaissance Revival Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...
Materials
Terracotta
Signed Large Format Acrylic on Paper Work by Bernyce Alpert Winick, USA c 1980
Located in Norwalk, CT
This large works by Bernice Alpert Winick is acrylic on paper shown in its original frame. Great size: framed dimension 65.25" X 45.5".
Bernyce Alpert Winick (1922-2022) known to...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Obelisk Form Etagere, C 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sculptural and functional wrought iron etagere with three glass shelves in a charming obelisk form. Made of quality wrought iron with a metal ball finial topped with a brass fastener...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Shelves
Materials
Wrought Iron
Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Wood w/ Leather Desk, France C 1970s
By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre
Located in Norwalk, CT
Designed by noted designer Guy LeFevre who worked extensively with Maison Jansen in the 1970s, this handsome desk incorporates many of his signature details. The base and hardware ar...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
Hand Decorated Lacquer on Wood Cocktail Table, c 1980s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautifully hand painted decoration on an oil-spot background makes this table a real stand out. An attractive sculptural form adds to its appeal. The table has bee refreshed with a ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Lucite Modern-form Stool on Castor, USA c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Space age style on this fun lucite stool with upholstered top and four casters. Very nice vintage condition. Lucite shows very little wear, and the ultra-suede cover is serviceable b...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
Life-size Glazed Terracotta Hound, Italy c 1960s
Located in Norwalk, CT
One of the nicest terracotta dogs we've ever had. Detailed craftsmanship, solid, heavy weight and lovely vintage glaze. The underside clearly shows age. This guys has a sweet express...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th C English Oak Windsor Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Norwalk, CT
Low back English Windsor chairs in oak, with pierced splats and turned back spindles and legs, shaped seats and curved crinoline stretchers. A classic form that has been consistently...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Hexagonal Travertine Marble Drinks Table, Italy C 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Simple hexagonal form table in Italian travertine marble. This example if very clean. Lovely coloration in the stone. Original felt under-cover.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Travertine
Karl Springer Zebra Wood Writing Table w/ Steel and Brass, USA c 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in Norwalk, CT
Karl Springer, rose to world acclaim in the 1970s. He created custom furniture sought by the glitterati, famously utilizing exotic and unusual materials, and superior craftsmanship. ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Zebra Wood
Modern Sculptural Console Table in "Hermes" Orange Lacquer
Located in Norwalk, CT
Dynamic form on this cantilevered console. Newly lacquered in high gloss Benjamin Moore Electric Orange (Hermes? orange). The heavy, weighted base makes the table very stable. Excell...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Aldo Tura Three-Tier Lacquered Goatskin Bar Cart, Italy 1980s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Norwalk, CT
One of Aldo Tara's most enduring design, the triple bar cart in high-gloss lacquered goat skin. This form is so elegant as well as functional with triple levels. This cart in origin...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Goatskin
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