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American folk art has always had a complicated relationship with utility. The best examples were made to work first and impress second, which is precisely why they endure. This early...

Claro Walnut Slab coffee table by Last Workshop, 2026. Solid walnut, natural finish. Dimensions: 40"L x 43.5" x 13"H Customers may also choose from: Other Slabs, Wood species, fin...

A Colorful, Modern Maine Coastal Scene Painting, "The Island Light House" by Famed Chicago Artist and Printmaker, Charles Turzak (Am. 1899 - 1986). The painting depicts a vibrant, sunlit summertime painting of the historic Pumpkin Island Lighthouse, located near Penobscot, Maine. The painting is acrylic on canvas board, and has a great visual appeal- a perfect complement to any New England coastal home or summer cottage in Maine. Artwork size: 15 x 30 inches, accompanied with the artist's original, hand-painted period frame (Framed size: 18 1/2 x 33 1/2 inches). Titled and dated on artist's label on reverse. Provenance: Estate of the artist. Charles Turzak was one of Chicago’s greatest printmakers of the Art Deco-era. Son of a coal miner, Turzak was born in Streeter, IL in 1899. In 1920, Turzak won the first prize a cartoon contest sponsored by the Purina company and he used his prize money to enroll in the Art Institute of Chicago. Best known as a print maker, in the 1920s & 30s, he created woodcuts of many of Chicago’s most notable buildings, including the Merchandise Mart, Palmolive Building and the Old Water Tower, among others. In 1933, he was commissioned to create woodcuts of many of Chicago’s most iconic buildings to illustrate a guidebook called “All About Chicago” by John and Ruth Ashenhurst” that featured the upcoming Century of Progress Exhibition in Chicago. During the 1933 World’s Fair...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring elegant designs for women's winter hat and coat, Likely an illustration study for a print advertisement for the famed Chicago depa...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring elegant designs for women's evening wear by Lilly Daché, Likely an illustration study for a print advertisement for the famed Chic...

There are objects that decorate a room, and then there are those that quietly dominate it. This monumental 19th-century Chinese drum belongs firmly to the...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's red gown, evening wear. Artwork size: 11 x 8 1/2 inches. Archivally matted to 16 x 12 inches. P...

A Charming 1940s Mid-Century Modern Watercolor of Pirate's Alley, New Orleans by Arlene S. Ezickson (Am. 1927-2003). Titled "Vieux Carre, New Orleans" the artwork is watercolor and ...

Narrative comes stitched, not painted, in this 20th-century American folk art hooked rug—an image built loop by loop with clarity and conviction. Two white draft horses stand in prof...

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Semi-Circular Sofa, 1970’s. Original upholstery. Measures 33” deep 168” wide 26” tall seat height 15”

"Freeform Too" Coffee Table by Last Workshop In natural walnut finish with natural oak legs. 58"L x 33" x 14"H A unique and intriguing silhouette of a modern coffee table. A thick 2...

These are from a set of 12 chairs all in the same configuration as these. They are extremely well built and comfortable. Notice the fine carving and the joinery. Top notch. They are ...

There’s a certain alchemy in the work of Rose Tarlow—a way of distilling history into something quieter, more intentional, and entirely her own. Tarlow's Georgina Ribbon-Back Armchai...

A Unique, Unusual and Striking Abstract Surrealist Painting Completed in the Chicago Imagist Tradition by Notable Artist, Stanley Dean Edwards (Am. Born 1941). Titled "The Last Living Face in Pompeii", the painting is oil and acrylic on canvas presented in its original frame. The artwork shows a unique synthesis of Post-War Surrealist influences, including the avant-garde Italian artist Enrico Baj and the vibrant palette of the Chicago Imagist school, namely Ed Paschke and his contemporaries. The collage-like references in the composition recall the artwork of sculptor H.C. Westermann and others experimenting with assemblage, found objects and the integration of inanimate objects. Artwork size: 38 1/2 x 32 inches; Framed size: 39 1/4 x 33 1/4 inches. Signed "Edwards", lower right; signed, titled and dated on reverse. Provenance: The Artist; Private Collection, Chicago, IL (circa 2010). Born 1941 in Joliet, Illinois, Stanley Dean Edwards moved to Chicago early in life to pursue his life as an artist. His mother was a Chicago public school teacher, and his father was a Methodist minister. He studied painting and design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), receiving a BFA in 1967. While at SAIC, Edwards was influenced by Vera Berdich's printmaking classes and Daniel Massen's design classes. After a brief stay in New York (1967-1970), where he was profoundly shaken by urban rioting and general upheaval of this time, Edwards returned to Chicago and later set up a studio in the Pilsen Neighborhood. Edwards is primarily a figurative painter whose work is informed by both Surrealism and Constructivism. Early hard-edge paintings from the mid-1960's feature a series of screaming babies set in brightly colored environments. These works offer religious suggestions, as the infants are paired with ecclesiastical figures presented atop an altar. Other protagonists of his series include dogs and faceless men. (1) In the early 1960's, Stan Edwards was part of a diverse group of artists that included George Kokines, Ray Siemanowski, Michael Hurson and Peter Holbrook among others. These artists and Edwards were part of that decade's vanguard and their work was included in an exhibition titled, "Twelve Chicago Artists" at the Walker Art Center. The curator was Jan Van der Marck. Edwards called his paintings of babies, dogs and erotic torsos from that period "image painting" because they were taken not from the model stand but cast off photo images. One painting from this period, Infant in Altar IV, is a 60" x 60" an oil and acrylic painting and was loaned by the National Museum of American Art at the Smithsonian to the Museum of Contemporary Art for its fifty year retrospective titled, "Art in Chicago, 1945 to 1995." The painting is part of the Martha Jackson memorial collection at the National Museum of American Art. (2.) Recent paintings, which Edwards calls "Icons for a New Era: Assembled Art Imagery," feature iconic images composed of items from popular culture; witty titles often allude to the materials from which they were made. The found objects, vibrant colors, and slick presentations of his works indicate their relationship to and a continuation of Pop art. Both humorous and sinister, Edwards' paintings reflect the psychological uneasiness associated with the close of the twentieth century. (3.) One painting of this series titled Surveyor is a 66" x 60" oil and acrylic painting and appears in the book Humor in Art by Nicholas Roukes, published by Davis Inc. The book is widely used as a text for art and design projects. (4.) In October of 2002 Edwards presented a retrospective exhibition of his work at the Illinois Institute of Art where he taught art and design in the foundation program. His lecture and exhibition were presented as part of "Chicago Artist's Month" sponsored by the Department of Cultural Affairs for the City of Chicago. In 2004 Edwards completed a major commission for the new Veterans' Administration building in Chicago. The commission centered on patriotic themes and one large 6 and 1/2' x 10' painting is dedicated to prisoners of war. Five others are 48" x 48" and depict the military branch seals, and four paintings 32" x 32" are based on 19th century patriotic engravings. Stan Edwards, who retired from the Illinois Institute of Art in 2009, lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Sources: (2. & 4.) Press release (1. & 3.) "Art in Chicago 1945 1995, MCA.) COLLECTIONS: Selected corporate & institutional collections National Museum of American Art/Smithsonian Corcoran Gallery of Art Ceco Corporation Crain Communications Thrall Railcar Company American Hospital Association Plyzynski & Associates, Inc. NYC North American Jet Corporation Ball State University Illinois Institute of Art at Chicago State University of New York Harris Bank & Trust Dallas Theater Center Electronic Media Magazine Johnson Controls Central National Bank of Cleveland Associates Commercial Corporation Corporate Art Source Veterans' Administration Commission, Chicago, 2004 Ten site specific paintings Siemens Corporation COLLECTIONS: Selected private collections Walter & Dawn Clark Netsch Beatrice "Buddy" Mayer Douglas Ross Larry Aronson Marc & Ilana Platt Phil & Joan Krone Craig & Janet Duchossois Sally Fairweather Shirley Hardin Brian Boyer Pritzker collection James Speyer collection Michael Greany Ed & Lindy Bergman Collection Leigh Block Collection Professor Harold Platt Professors Lew Erenberg & Susan Hirsch Dr. David Gross Professor Mihaly Csiksentmihalyi Dr. Paula Young Dr. & Mrs. Imre Hidvegi EXHIBITIONS: Selected exhibitions Biennial Drawing Exhibition, Art Institute of Chicago, 1962 Momentum II, Lexington Hall, University of Chicago, 1964 The Sunken City Rises, Hermann Hall, Illinois Institute of Technology,1964 Eye on Chicago, Hermann Hall, Illinois Institute of Technology, 1964 29th Corcoran Biennial, 1965, Washington, D.C. Inaugural exhibition, Fairweather-Hardin, 1965 Society for Contemporary Art, Art Institute of Chicago, 1965 12 Chicago Painters...

Tomlinson Burl Walnut Credenza or Sideboard, Brass Trim, North Carolina, 1960s Mid-century modern burl wood credenza by Tomlinson Furniture, produced in North Carolina, circa 1965. F...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's jacket dress; Lucien Lelong ”Indiscrete”. Artwork size: 11 x 8 1/2 inches. Archivally matted t...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's coat, hat and muff, inscribed "Marshall Field & Co". Likely an advertisement illustration study...

A Finely Drawn, 1930s Art Deco Modern Figure Study of a Kneeling Male Nude Model by Notable Chicago Artist, Harold Haydon (Am. 1909-1994). An early graphite drawing by Haydon demon...

Dated to the 1920s during China's brief Republic Period (1912-1949), these petite oval ginger jars impart a blessing of longevity. An allover glaze of persimmon-orange color cloaks t...

This late 19th-century American garden table refuses polish in favor of presence. The zinc top—softly dimpled, mottled, and unapologetically timeworn—reads like a working surface tha...

Three words, three fish, and not a hint of subtlety. Hand-carved from wood and painted to resemble rainbow trout, the trio reclines inside an oversized wooden frying pan as if awaiti...

"Bench Too" bench by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid walnut, natural finish. 84"L size. Dimensions: 84" x 14.5"D x 12"H Upholstered cushion options are available, please inquire. Cust...

A geometric organic modern style side table or stool. Made by Last Workshop, 2025 White oak, bleached oak finish. Measures: 18" x 16" x 17"H An asymmetrical design to be placed at...

"Organic Round" coffee table by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid walnut, natural finish. 50" diameter size. Dimensions: 50" x 15"H Customers may also choose from: Wood species, finishe...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring elegant designs for women's active wear by Hattie Carnegie. Inscription reads: Left - White jersey slack suit Red gaberdine jacke...

This narrow console table from the late 19th century balances streamlined form with the rich textures of antique furniture. The shallow table has a square corner design, crafted with...

There’s a particular romance to Adirondack style—the idea that refinement need not abandon the woods. This large-scale vintage Old Hickory mirror ca...

An extraordinary example of Harry Winston's legendary diamond craftsmanship, this magnificent "The One" engagement ring showcases a breathtaking 4.01 carat natural round brilliant cu...

This ornate Chinese table recreates traditional forms for playing the qin, an ancient stringed instrument associated with scholarly refinement. Crafted of reclaimed elmwood with trad...

Curtis Jere Raindrops Wall Sculpture 1965c. An iconic mid-century wall sculpture by Curtis Jere, composed of patinated brass and copper discs arranged in an expressive, rhythmic comp...

"Organic 3" coffee table by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid walnut, natural finish. XL size- Dimensions: 68" x 50" x 15"H Customers may also choose from: Wood species, finishes, and o...

A rare and beautifully sculpted vintage Tiffany & Co. necklace from the celebrated Tiffany Classics collection, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold. This exquisite choker-style ...

“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...

A lovely curved sofa upholstered in chocolate brown mohair

"Credenza Three" by Last Workshop. Made-to-order in Chicago, IL. A sturdy yet elegant credenza featuring a matching case and door combination with a steel base. The tear-drop steel ...

A vibrant, colorful Mid-Century Modern abstract harbor scene of Martha's Vineyard by notable Chicago artist, Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a bustling harbor scene with n...

This extraordinary 19th-century Japanese Satsuma bowl, created during the luminous years of the Meiji period, unfolds like a flower caught at the precise moment of perfection. Each p...

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965 Iconic executive chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll International, model 1258. A hallmark of...

Tiffany & Co. 4.49 ct Total Weight Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 8.5 grams, size 6.5 (sizable to most finger size), the center ...

A vintage palm-style Murano glass chandelier by Venini is a decorative Italian light fixture made from hand-blown glass on the island of Murano. The “palm” style refers to the glass ...

Wooden Serving Bowl Africa, possibly East or Central Africa Late 19th–early 20th century Carved hardwood Hand-carved from a single block of dense hardwood, this elongated serving pl...

A Stylized, 1950s Mid-Century Modern Studio Figure Study of a Reclining Female Nude Model by Notable Chicago Artist, Harold Haydon (Am. 1909-1994). Executed in a Mannerist, Rubenesq...

This narrow console table once resided in a 19th-century Chinese home, laden with food offerings and incense as a home altar for ancestor worship. The table feels elegant and classic...

This long, sectional sofa is a mid-century modern design by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, two pioneers of 20th-century design and masters of their craft. Balancing comfort and sty...

Tiffany & Co. Gehry 18k Gold Bracelet Discover the bold elegance of this Tiffany & Co. Gehry bracelet, crafted from luxurious 18k gold. With a width of 15mm at its widest poi...

Ron Seff Burled Walnut Credenza with Chrome Sides, 1970’s. Original Measures 32.5” tall 84” long 21.25” deep

A true heavyweight of American midcentury design, the Lane Staccato Brutalist Walnut Highboy Dresser brings drama, texture, and serious personality. Introduced by Lane Furniture in t...

"Organic 3" Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one "XL": 68" x 50" x 15"H Table two "L": 56" x 33" x 12.5"H If not in s...

A Stylized, 1950s Mid-Century Modern Studio Figure Study of a Standing Female Nude Model Undressing (Deshabille) by Notable Chicago Artist, Harold Haydon (Am. 1909-1994). Executed i...

Tiffany & Co. 1.58 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring. The ring is comes with Original Tiffany & Co. Diamond Certificate, E color, VVS1 clarity

There’s a fine line between restraint and indulgence—these lamps ignore it entirely. A pair of 21st-century uplights, they channel the irreverent elegance of Frances Elkins and the s...

A Lively 1950s Surrealist Mid-Century Modern Sporting- Themed Abstract Painting, "Swimmers", by Notable Chicago Artist, Harold Haydon (Am. 1909-1994). Oil on Masonite, dating from 1...

Tiffany & Co 750 Diamonds 1.25ct TW, about F-G and VS1 Pearls measures 14.1mm x 14.0mm Marked: Tiffany & Co PT 950 Earrings are about 20 x 17 x 14mm Total Weight: 14.6 g...

A Fine, Expressive 1930s Modern Figure Study Drawing of a Seated Male Circus Acrobat by Famed Chicago Artist, Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). A wonderful, early example of Chapin's ...

Carved wooden Gothic spire, likely an architectural fragment from an ecclesiastical context. Rising from a square base, the structure tapers vertically into a slender spire, emphasiz...

A test of skill, strategy, and luck, the game of mahjong (麻將) was invented in China in the late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) and has been popular ever since. Played by exchanging tiles to build the best hand at the table, mahjong uses 144 tiles engraved with three suits, two honors and a few wild cards. Literally translating to "little sparrow," mahjong is a game best played among friends - when the clacking of tiles and lively conversation recalls the chattering of birds. This antique Chinese mahjong set...

Ceramic Jewelry Box by Mithé Espelt, France, 1960s Ceramic enamels in shades of green gold with fused glass with iconic blackened wood box. Literature: Mithé Espelt, le luxe discret...

Magnificent Tiffany & Co. 22 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace An extraordinary Tiffany & Co. creation featuring a magnificent natural cushion-cut blue sapphi...

An authentic Cartier Paris necklace from the iconic Bamboo collection, crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold The distinctive bamboo-inspired design reflects Cartier’s mastery of scul...

A quiet, sunlit, vintage 1940s Mexican city street scene (Archway) by famed Chicago Modern artist Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a picturesque view of a colorful plaza ar...