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Francis Elkins

Cast Plaster Console and Mirror by Francis Elkins
Cast Plaster Console and Mirror by Francis Elkins

Cast Plaster Console and Mirror by Francis Elkins

By Frances Elkins

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This is a strikingly artistic cast plaster console and mirror by important mid-century interior designer, Francis Elkins. The console and mirror are from the estate of Elkins' daught...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Mirror, Plaster

Francis Elkins Style Chairs by Michelle Nussbaumer
Francis Elkins Style Chairs by Michelle Nussbaumer

Francis Elkins Style Chairs by Michelle Nussbaumer

By Michelle Nussbaumer

Located in Dallas, TX

12 different colors available. Covered in Rose Tarlow fabric.

Category

2010s American Chairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Monumental Giltwood Mirror Original Plates.  Beautiful Worn Patina
18th Century Monumental Giltwood Mirror Original Plates.  Beautiful Worn Patina

18th Century Monumental Giltwood Mirror Original Plates. Beautiful Worn Patina

Located in Buchanan, MI

This came out of an amazing estate in Lake Forrest. Perhaps David Adler Francis Elkin interior. Beautiful patina and finish

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English George III Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Plaster Wall Mirror in Dorothy Draper Style Hollywood Regency
Plaster Wall Mirror in Dorothy Draper Style Hollywood Regency

Plaster Wall Mirror in Dorothy Draper Style Hollywood Regency

By Dorothy Draper

Located in Sharon, CT

Manner of Serge Roche, Francis Elkins, Syrie Maughan or Dorothy Draper. Mirror itself measures 14" x 12", a very ornate and wide frame measures: 25" x 22".

Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Plaster

1939 World's Fair Plaster Lamp
1939 World's Fair Plaster Lamp

1939 World's Fair Plaster Lamp

$995Sale Price|20% Off

1939 World's Fair Plaster Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

A modernist, molded plaster table lamp in the style of Francis Elkins, fabricated in the 2010s by Ismay and Company San Francisco.

Category

2010s Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by three white chains; with 3 medium ...

Category

2010s Weathervanes

Materials

Metal

Small (12") Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Small (12") Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Small (12") Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in an undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges and imprinted lines accentuating the form. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by ...

Category

2010s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Ribbed (22") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Ribbed (22") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Ribbed (22") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in an undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges and imprinted lines accentuating the form. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...

Category

2010s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Set of Eighteen Organic Modern Rattan Loop Dining Chairs
Set of Eighteen Organic Modern Rattan Loop Dining Chairs

Set of Eighteen Organic Modern Rattan Loop Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The chair design is reminiscent of designs by Francis Elkins, Billy Haines and Barbara Barry. The chairs are sturdy and strong with fine craftsmanship.

Category

20th Century Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Beech

Faux Drapery Carved-Wood Overmantel Mirror
Faux Drapery Carved-Wood Overmantel Mirror

Faux Drapery Carved-Wood Overmantel Mirror

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th century faux draped overmantel mirror, likely dating to the 1940s, takes its cues from the theatrical restraint of designers such as Francis Elkins, Serge Roche, and ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Wood

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Oak Limed Triangular Louis XV Style Covered Table Selected by Francis Elkins
Oak Limed Triangular Louis XV Style Covered Table Selected by Francis Elkins

Oak Limed Triangular Louis XV Style Covered Table Selected by Francis Elkins

Located in Lake Forest, IL

Oak (limed) fabric covered triangular three-legged table commissioned by Francis Elkins, while in France, for the Edwin G.

Category

Early 20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Michael Taylor Custom Bench
Michael Taylor Custom Bench

Michael Taylor Custom Bench

Unavailable

H 17 in W 72 in D 24 in

Michael Taylor Custom Bench

By Michael Taylor

Located in Chicago, IL

Early in Michael Taylor's career Francis Elkins introduced him to the interior design work of Jean-Michel Frank.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Custom Michael Taylor Lounge Chairs
Custom Michael Taylor Lounge Chairs

Custom Michael Taylor Lounge Chairs

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 31 in

Custom Michael Taylor Lounge Chairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Chicago, IL

Early in his career Michael Taylor was introduced to the interior design work of Jean Michel Frank by his mentor Francis Elkins. These lovely lounge chairs designed for the Kitto res...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Rare Michael Taylor Custom Armchairs
Rare Michael Taylor Custom Armchairs

Rare Michael Taylor Custom Armchairs

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 31 in

Rare Michael Taylor Custom Armchairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Chicago, IL

Early in Michael Taylor's career; Francis Elkins, who Michael acknowledged as a "spiritual godmother" introduced him to the work of Jean-Michel Frank.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Set 4 Francis Elkin Chairs
Set 4 Francis Elkin Chairs

Set 4 Francis Elkin Chairs

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H 38 in W 20.5 in D 19 in

Set 4 Francis Elkin Chairs

Located in North Miami, FL

A set of 4 Francis Elkin chairs which have been redone and updated with a fresh coat of lacquer and cowhide upholstery which looks like zebra.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Paint

Pair of Francis Elkins Style Loop Chairs
Pair of Francis Elkins Style Loop Chairs

Pair of Francis Elkins Style Loop Chairs

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H 28.75 in W 25.75 in D 20 in

Pair of Francis Elkins Style Loop Chairs

By Frances Elkins

Located in Bradenton, FL

20th Century Pair of Francis Elkin Style Loop Chairs. Chairs feature lacquered cream frames and leather upholstered seats.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Michael Taylor "Francis Elkins" Arm Chairs and Ottoman
Michael Taylor "Francis Elkins" Arm Chairs and Ottoman

Michael Taylor "Francis Elkins" Arm Chairs and Ottoman

Located in San Francisco, CA

Designed by Michael Taylor inspired by Francis Elkins. Chairs and ottoman sold separately.

Category

20th Century American Armchairs

A Pair of Francis Elkins Designed "Loop Chairs"
A Pair of Francis Elkins Designed "Loop Chairs"

A Pair of Francis Elkins Designed "Loop Chairs"

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Francis Elkins designed loop chairs. The design inspired by a Georgian Chinese Chippendale model.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chairs

6 Piece Carved Wood Dining Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins
6 Piece Carved Wood Dining Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins

6 Piece Carved Wood Dining Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins

Located in Ferndale, MI

6 Piece Carved Wood Dining Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins. Original fabric - embroidered coated fabric bi- color windowpane - on ivory ground, wear but usable, Finely carved woo...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

Pair Of 20th Century Francis Elkins Style White Loop Side Chairs
Pair Of 20th Century Francis Elkins Style White Loop Side Chairs

Pair Of 20th Century Francis Elkins Style White Loop Side Chairs

Located in Bradenton, FL

Handsome pair of 'Loop' side chairs in the Francis Elkins style. They are based on Elkins' iconic 1930's styles.

Category

20th Century American Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Forged Iron Garden Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins
Set of 6 Forged Iron Garden Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins

Set of 6 Forged Iron Garden Chairs Attributed to Francis Elkins

Located in Highwood, IL

One of a kind set of garden chairs 1 armchair and 5 straight chairs with an intricate pretzel back, a lattice seat and curved legs- a distinct look. Last home: a house on Green Bay R...

Category

Early 20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Fracis Elkins Arm Chairs
Pair of Fracis Elkins Arm Chairs

Pair of Fracis Elkins Arm Chairs

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H 38 in W 25 in D 23 in

Pair of Fracis Elkins Arm Chairs

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of Francis Elkin arm chairs.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Frances Elkins Loop Chair
Frances Elkins Loop Chair

Frances Elkins Loop Chair

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H 38 in W 22 in D 25 in

Frances Elkins Loop Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Faithful reproduction of Francis Elkins Loop chair from the 1940's. This is a 1960's example with new upholstered seat in embossed faux shagrin leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Ebonized and Giltwood Large Square Coffee Table
Ebonized and Giltwood Large Square Coffee Table

Ebonized and Giltwood Large Square Coffee Table

By Frances Elkins

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Ebonized and giltwood base, interesting filligree design in the style of Francis Elkins. Large square top is mirrored.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Pair of Elegant Occasional Chairs in the Manner of Elkins
Pair of Elegant Occasional Chairs in the Manner of Elkins

Pair of Elegant Occasional Chairs in the Manner of Elkins

Located in New York, NY

Pair of elegant ebonized walnut open armchairs in the manner of Francis Elkins. Features an elaborate carved interlocking circle design beneath each arm and stylized Directoire-insp...

Category

20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Very Chic Maple And Mirror Side Table With Ruhlman Influence,
Very Chic Maple And Mirror Side Table With Ruhlman Influence,

Very Chic Maple And Mirror Side Table With Ruhlman Influence,

Located in Buchanan, MI

FRANCE 1930'S VERY CHIC MAPLE AND MIRROR SIDE TABLE WITH RUHLMAN INFLUENCE, FROM AN FRANCIS ELKINS INTERIOR.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Side Tables

Materials

Maple, Mirror

Pair of Tessellated Horn Chairs
Pair of Tessellated Horn Chairs

Pair of Tessellated Horn Chairs

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H 38.75 in W 26.5 in D 22.5 in

Pair of Tessellated Horn Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

Pair of Francis Elkins style armchairs covered with tessellated horn upholstered in beige fabric.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Horn

A Saber Leg Bench With Grey Painted Finish
A Saber Leg Bench With Grey Painted Finish

A Saber Leg Bench With Grey Painted Finish

Located in New York, NY

Design attributed to Francis Elkins.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wood

Loop Arm Chairs
Loop Arm Chairs

Loop Arm Chairs

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H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in

Loop Arm Chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

Similar to the Francis Elkins looped arm chairs. In original wood finish, ready to be painted or to be used as is.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Rare English Mahogany Brass Mounted Folio Canterbury
Rare English Mahogany Brass Mounted Folio Canterbury

Rare English Mahogany Brass Mounted Folio Canterbury

Located in San Francisco, CA

Circa 1850-1875. Provenance: Francis Elkins.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Pair Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Pair Hollywood Regency Armchairs

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H 37.25 in W 24 in D 20 in

Pair Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of whimsical carved wood armchairs with a rubbed whitewash finish and upholstered in ivory color leather. In the style of Francis Elkins or Syrie Maugham. Wonderful detail, st...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Regency Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Wall Mounted Pair of Torchieres by Serge Roche
Wall Mounted Pair of Torchieres by Serge Roche

Wall Mounted Pair of Torchieres by Serge Roche

By Serge Roche

Located in Palm Springs, CA

These pair are the rare wall-mounted versions. Frances/Francis Elkins along with other interior designers used these when furnishing their interiors.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Plaster

Reclining Figure in Bronze by Dora Gordine
Reclining Figure in Bronze by Dora Gordine

Reclining Figure in Bronze by Dora Gordine

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This piece is numbered 6/6 and came from the estate of Katherine Elkins Boyd, daughter of decorator Francis Elkins.

Category

Vintage 1940s English Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Vintage Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

Vintage Ribbed Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light

By Phoenix Day Co. Inc.

Located in San Francisco, CA

The original canopy is a decorative gadrooned finial. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier - a timeless design.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Large White Vintage Casella Undulating Shell Pendant Lights, 2 Available
Large White Vintage Casella Undulating Shell Pendant Lights, 2 Available

Large White Vintage Casella Undulating Shell Pendant Lights, 2 Available

By Casella Lighting

Located in San Francisco, CA

We have two of these lacquered plaster pendants in an undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges and imprinted lines accentuating the form. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s p...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light-w we
Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light-w we

Smooth (17") Circular Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light-w we

Located in San Francisco, CA

A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940's plaster plafonnier. Hanging by three white chains; with 3 mediu...

Category

2010s Weathervanes

Materials

Metal

Francis Elkins Style Plaster Chandelier
Francis Elkins Style Plaster Chandelier

Francis Elkins Style Plaster Chandelier

By Frances Elkins

Located in Houston, TX

A vintage Frances Elkins style scalloped plaster plafonnier chandelier suspended from rope.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plaster

Francis Elkins Inspired Teak Bench
Francis Elkins Inspired Teak Bench

Francis Elkins Inspired Teak Bench

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H 16.6 in W 21 in D 18 in

Francis Elkins Inspired Teak Bench

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Frances Elkins inspired teak bench with galvanized seat.  

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

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Francis Elkins For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of francis elkins available for sale. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all francis elkins available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of francis elkins available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of francis elkins to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Hollywood Regency and Mid-Century Modern francis elkins are of considerable interest.

How Much are Francis Elkins?

Prices for francis elkins can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, francis elkins begin at $350 and can go as high as $28,875, while the average can fetch as much as $6,438.