1970s Decorative Art

Suite titled “Renaixant” (Renaissance) of four framed, original and embossed lithograph prints on Arches by Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos, pencil signed and numbered 122/185. circa 1977. Featuring surrealist scenes with gothic architecture and ghosts / angels / muses / musicians and doves. Alvar is known for his technical expertise. He is passionate about his concept of el oficio, the commitment to his vocation and appreciation for the traditional artistic values bequeathed by the masters. Renaissance artists, especially Piero della Francesca, Vermeer and Balthus, are particularly admired by him. He views his work as an inheritance from and devotion to Catalonia, specifically Romanesque art, yet imbued with a modern sensibility. His themes, though varied, remain steadfast in their revelations about the human condition and complexities, about love and peace. Time is a prominent and recurring theme, referencing history and art history. Alvar Suñol Munoz-Ramos was born on January 29, 1935, in Montgat, a Catalan fishing village on the Mediterranean coast near Barcelona. He started painting oils at age twelve, and at age seventeen was accepted at the Escuela Superior de Bellas Artes de San Jorge, the prestigious fine art school in Barcelona. Before graduating from the Belles Artes, he gave his first solo ex- hibition at Galleries Layetana in Barcelona in 1957. Alvar also won the Bolsa de Viaje Alhambra de Granada, a summer scholarship study trip to Granada. At age 18, he entered a painting in a competition for the Young Painters Prize sponsored by the City of Barcelona. His painting won the grand prize, and it is now in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, Barcelona, Spain. Due to his early artistic successes, Alvar received many invitations for shows in other Spanish cities. During his military service, he submitted one of his canvases for the Institut Francais an- nual painting competition in Barcelona. The Institut Francais awarded him the grand prize and a scholarship to study in Paris. Alvar arrived in Paris to paint in 1959. He met Juan Fuentes, a fellow Spaniard and director of the prestigious Parisian Galerie Drouant. Fuentes encouraged Alvar in his painting and brought Alvar's first group of Paris oil paintings to the gallery. Fuentes' gallery sold the paintings in one week. In 1960 Alvar returned to Barcelona to marry his childhood sweetheart, Rosella Berenguer. They returned to Paris and lived there for ten years. Alvar's paintings were exhibited in the United States for the first time at the Monede Gallery, New York in 1962. Alvar produced his first original lithographs for a one-man show at Galerie Drouant in 1963. Since a decisive solo exhibition in Paris in 1963, Alvar has exhibited regularly throughout Europe, the United States, Canada and Japan. For a comprehensive list of Alvar's museum and private exhibitions, please see the additional in- formation provided. Alvar's hometown of Tiana hosts one of his permanent public installations. In September 2001, a commissioned mixed media mural by Alvar was unveiled. The mural reflects on the four seasons and is affixed to The Four Seasons Building, named in reference to Alvar's mural. In 2003, city officials in Montgat, Spain, commissioned Alvar to create another permanent public installation: an 18-foot sculpture titled Mediterranea dedicated to the city's personality and seaside character, which now stands in the newly opened Plaza de Mallorquines. Perhaps one of the most prestigious honors Alvar has received was in 2006 when Restaura, a Spanish real...

André Masson, Femme, 1975 Color lithograph on Arches Paper Signed at the lower right part of the artwork. From the series "I dream" Framed Dimensio...

Brass metal art wall sculpture Eclectic Hollywood Regency decor piece Curtis Jere, USA, 1970s Measures: W 85 x H 120 cm.

Wall decoration by Angelo Brotto for Esperia Italia, 1970s. Dimensions: H= 40 cm; W= 15 cm; D=5 cm.

Mid century wall art This piece measures: 27 wide x 35 inches high This piece of art is in excellent condition We take our ph...

Traditional rustic wood hand painted spoon wall artwork. Made by unknown artist in Spain. Circa 1970 In original condition, with minor wea...

Interesting intaglio etching by German artist Inanger; the imagery features a man--possibly a prisoner--and the severed head and tail of a lobster. Good representation of value chang...

Ruth Gowell signed mid-century woven textile art This piece measures: 17 wide x 1.5 deep x 14 inches high Excellent Vintage condition We take our ...

Vintage 1976 limited edition serigraph print by Nicola Simbari titled “Nanette,” showing a blonde woman posed in front of a red, white and blue backdrop; pencil signed and numbered 2...

"Vintage 1979 limited edition serigraph print by Nicola Simbari titled “Clown a l’ombelle,” showing a Commedia del Arte style clown holding a brightly colored umbrella; pencil signed...

Set of 3 large wall panels by Italian sculptor Stefano d'Amico (varying in width from 86 to 92 cm.) in ash and brass designed and dated, 1974. There is not so much known about D'Amico's work apart from that he held expositions in Milan and Genova in the late 1960s and that he was a sculptor, born on Sicily. We found him in a book and his other work is also interesting and shows quite some resemblance with this work. These particular cabinets were custom made for a house in Venice, where they come from. This set of wall panels...

Stunning wall plaque by Natale Sapone. The plaque is "new" because it has been kept in its original box. The plaque was produced in 1972 in an edition of...

Mid century mixed media wall art This piece measures: 60 wide x 1.75 deep x 18 inches high Great Vintage Condition All pieces of furni...

Mid Century recycled artwork by Andre Pailler. France ca. 1970. Mixed media, black and blue grey paint. Recycled items, plexiglass, wood.  

Three original hand-hammered figurative copper metal art work on wood by an unknown artist. Similar to another piece we have listed by copper-muralist artist Laszlo Buday but cannot confirm he did these pieces they are not signed. Pan playing a flute panel with naked couple...

Plaster handpainted artwork from Montserrat, Spain, circa 1970 By unknown artist. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.

1970s Mixed Metal Wall Art Abstract Sculpture Brutalist Style attributed to brutalist Stephen Chun Hong Kong. Unmarked. 34.25 W x 34.25H x 1D Original Un...

"Vintage 1975 Ukrainian black and white etching, titled “Morning” showing a sunrise on a country road lined with power lines and a small farmhouse / farm building with a tall tower a...

Large abstract modern shaped stainless steel wall artwork designed by Rudolf Wolf and manufactured in his own atelier in 1972. This wall panel is made of white laminated board and ha...

Stunning abstract modern shaped stainless steel wall artwork designed by Rudolf Wolf and manufactured in his own atelier in 1972. This wall panel is made of white laminated board and...

Spray paint Art dated 1974 and signed by the Italian designer, inventor, and painter Luciano Mattioli (1924-1994). This postmodern painting, from a...

Mid Century oil on board of an American Indian. Nice heavy impasto style. In a wooden wormhole styled fame. Will fit in with any Arts & Crafts or ranch style...

Large fabric wall panel designed by Gio Ponti for Zucchi, 70s, in the colors of pink, orange, brown, on a white background Structure in wood pane...

M P Marion mid century landscape mixed media collage This collage measures: 22.25 wide x .75 deep x 28.25 inches high This Collage is in Good Vintage Co...

Large abstract modern triangles shaped stainless steel wall artwork designed by Rudolf Wolf and manufactured in his own atelier in 1972. This wall panel is made of white laminated bo...

Unique, folded weaving with cascading yarn embellished with tucked feathers & beads. Organic earth tones. Fantastic size, perfect for that smaller wall craving a unique look. Photographed with Arcteryx ball cap...

Oil on medium size panel by the Swiss painter Guy Dessauges. Made in the 1970s using his technique of superimposing "glazes" which gives the painting depth and a magnificent relief e...

Ann & Dick Rundall mid century batik textile art This piece measures: wide 20.25 x 1.75 deep x 14.5 inches high Excellent vintage condition We take our photos in a controlle...

Edvins Strautmanis signed mid century abstract silkscreen art This piece measures: 24 wide x 1.5 deep x 31.75 inches high Excellent vintage condit...

Painting by the Swiss painter Guy Dessauges created in the 70s and 80s using his technique of superimposing "glazes" in multicoloured oil, which gives the painting an effect of movem...

This ceramic panel is from Max & Dominique Picard. It has been done in France Cica 1960. It is signed by the monogram of the Artists JGP. The panel is in Lava, and the Ceramic looks ...

Fun and fabulous mixed media drawing in pastel crayon of an artist and his nude model after a series of Picasso painting his models. Obviously in the artist's studio the fun colors a...

Painting by the Swiss artist guy Dessauge done in the 70's / 80's using his technique of superimposing oil glazes in brown and violet tones. The painting will be accompanied by a cer...

This vintage modern acrylic painting features an abstract design with natural tones in textured finish. Signed by the artist, MacMillan, this piece is mount in a faux leather frame w...

Artwork, Carved wall panel, assemblage, Nioi, Italy 1974. Masterpiece hand carved panel, part of a series of three large pieces. Bespoke artwork for a Veneto Hotel. ...

Large Mid Century abstract geometric painting. African tribal vibes and colors. Brown with an off-white creamy blush/mauve background. This item can parcel ship for $55

Mid century woman in red hat artwork This piece measures: 21.5 wide x 25.5 inches high This piece of artwork is in good vintage condition We ...

Spectacular Brutalist starburst wall hanging sculpture attributed to Curtis Jere, unsigned. This example is unusual in that it has a dimensional...

Large ceramic dish, Vallauris, circa 1970.

Two framed panels measuring 48.5 x 26.5 to create one Chromolithograph by Greg Copeland signed and numbered 4/250. Asian inspired with flat coloring of yellows and browns. Behind gla...

Exceptional artisan wall sculpture in bronze and copper with hand-painted red enamel by Silas Seandel, American 1970's (signed on back "Silas Seandel"). This is a fine example of Sil...

Vintage plastic road sign from Los Angeles. Slippery road ahead. Large in scale. Yellow background with black graphics. Cool piece of wall art.

Gorgeous signed sculptural Big brass sailing boat in perfect condition by Curtis Jeré made in California in 1976. This beauty can be hung on the wal...

This porcelain wall plate is a decorative object manufactured in Japan at the end of the 19th century. This refined wall plate is completely ma...

Incredibly graphic piece, signed by Ilya Bolotowsky (American, 1907-1981) from the early 1970s. Signed Silkscreen part of the vertical blue ellipse blue series. Silkscreen on Rives p...

Limited edition pencil signed and numbered 6/250 original Fine art etching by the very well listed artist and print maker Herbert Fink. This is signed and...

Mid century watercolor village scene on paper This watercolor measures: 31.25 wide x 1.25 deep x 23.75 inches high This Watercolor is in...

More known as Cseko, Csekovszky Arpad 1931-1997, the noted Hungarian artist was famous for these ceramic or pottery wall hangings in relief of village scenes. Their three dimensional...

Painting by the Swiss artist Guy Dessauges made in 1976 using his technique of superimposing "glazes" in multicoloured oil which gives the painting a beautiful effect of depth, a met...

Mid Century blue and tan Abstract Art This piece measures: 21.5 wide x 1.5 deep x 25.5 inches high This Art Piece is in Excellent Vintage Condition We take our photos in a c...

Large oil on canvas signed Thompson Hughes, 1970. Stunning large framed oil on canvas titled "Aquarium." This decorative painting is artist-signed, Th...

Framed acid etched brass panel by Bernhard Rohne. 32 inches wide by 24 inches high. Signed and dated lower left "Bernhard Rohne 18/100 1. Feb. '78" The title of this work is "Transmutation" and comes from a series of "space" related designs begun for the 1975 gallery opening...

Stunning abstract modern triangle shaped stainless steel wall artwork designed by Rudolf Wolf and manufactured in his own atelier in 1972. This wall panel is made of white laminated ...

Margareta Hennix (b. 1941) for Gustavsberg. Large wall plaque in glazed ceramics. Flower bouquet. 1970s. Measures: 34 x 33 cm. In excellent condi...

Wonderful Liberty of London silk scarf from 1975 commemorating Liberty of London’s 100th year. It is beautifully decorated with a Hera pea...

Joan Miro (Spanish, 1891-1983) entitled "Owl." Miro created several paintings and lithographs of owls in the classic abstract style with primary colors of red, blue, green, yellow and black. Includes Certificate of Authenticity by Park West Galleries...

Wonderful painting of nudes titled "Oreades". Oil paint on gesso relief. On board. Great colors and technique. Painted in an Art Deco style. It ...

The wall mounted 1970's artwork of car, demonstrating driving instructions for the use of car lights. The manual instruction panel at the bottom can be used to switch on the various car lights and learn about the function of the operation of the lights in driving. This model was produced by Heinrich Vogel in Munchen, Germany for driving schools. It's a interactive artwork on the wall. This wall mounted learning aide looks almost looks like the 1960's work of Andy Warhol as if he created a celebrity portrait. Instead this is a celebration of the car of the 1970's. Warhol used photographic...