Small ceramic lamp in the style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Small table lamp from the 60's in the style of Georges Jouve, unidentified artist.
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Small ceramic lamp in the style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Small table lamp from the 60's in the style of Georges Jouve, unidentified artist.
Ceramic
French Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Georges Jouve Produced in France, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare French mid century white ceramic / stoneware cylinder desk / table lamp by Georges Jouve produced in France, 1950s.
Brass
French Mid-Century Organic Modern Ceramic Table Lamp in style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
An Exceptional French Midcentury Modern Organic form table lamp in the style of Georges Jouve. The piece possesses a rare, sculptural form.
Ceramic
mid century ceramic table lamp in the style of George Jouve, 1950's , France
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The organic, almost figurative design recalls the aesthetic vocabulary of artists such as Jacques Blin or Georges Jouve
Ceramic
French Gunmetal Glazed Ceramic Lamp, Attributed to Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Portland, OR
Intriguing hand-thrown organic modern ceramic lamp with a lustrous gunmetal glaze. Unsigned, but bears characteristics and materials of a Jouve work. Dates to the 1950s, wired for US...
Brass
Lamp in the Manner of Jouve, France 1950's
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Ceramic table lamp with a simple square stem ending in a rectangular base. France 1950s Base Only 10x3x2
Ceramic
Gunmetal Ceramic Lamp in the Manner Of Jouve, France 1950's
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Cylinder ceramic lamp in the manner of Jouve with a metallic Charcoal glaze.
Ceramic
$7,232 / set
French Ceramic Table Lamps
By Georges Jouve
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceramic table lamp pair in the style of George Jouve with a white glaze and green/black accents.
Ceramic, Paper
Black Ceramic And Brass Lamp, France 1960's
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Large ceramic lamp in the manner of Jouve on a brass base.
Brass
$1,865Sale Price|20% Off
Swedish wooden lamp H51 cm with new Belgian linen shade 1970’s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Forest, BE
The shade is made of a high quality Belgian white linen made on measurements to match the lamp base. __________________________________________________________Georges Jouve débute...
Linen, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century White Ceramic Table Lamp circa 1970 French Design
By Georges Jouve
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Elegant French ceramic table lamp Mid-20th century design realised circa 1970. White ceramic glaze color Perfect original condition. Measures: Height 34cm, large 15cm ...
Ceramic
Black Mid-Century Modern Free Form Ceramic Table Lamp French Lighting
By Georges Jouve
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French midcentury ceramic table lamp. Realised circa 1960 Elegant black ceramic glaze color. Original perfect condition Measures: Ceramic height 21cm large 14cm depth 10c...
Ceramic
$2,121Sale Price|30% Off
Mid-Century Modern French Ceramic Table Lamp with Face Decoration, 1950s
By Cloutier Freres, Georges Jouve
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
It features a beautifully stylized, hand-painted face decoration, deeply echoing the whimsical anthropomorphic works of the Cloutier brothers (Robert and Jean Cloutier) as well as th...
Enamel
French Ceramic Table Lamp - 1950
By Gilbert Valentin, Georges Jouve, Roger Capron
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A stunning ceramic lamp/catchall, featuring a glossy yellow and black enamel finish, produced in France during the 1950s. It boasts a superb shape and is in perfect condition. Fully...
Ceramic
Orange Ceramics Light by Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Orange ceramics light created by Georges Jouve in the 1950's. Signed "Jouve" With a fabric lightshade. Height : 23 cm / 44 cm with the lightshade
Unavailable
H 24 in Dm 17.75 in
Midcentury Table Lamp in Bronzed Finish Ceramic in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
The body is done in a ceramic composite with a bronzed finish. The lamp also features a newer tapered shade. In the style of Georges Jouve, France, circa 1955.
Composition
Zoomorphic ceramic lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful zoomorphic lamp, anonymous work, France, circa 1960. Artist to be identified. Satin-finish black glazed ceramic. Unsigned. Very good condition. Dimensions : Total height:...
Ceramic
20th Century Black Satin Ceramic Table Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Black satin ceramic table lamp, custom made fabric lampshade, rewired with twisted silk cord. Measure: Ceramic body height 21 cm, 8.3 in. Height with lampshade 38 cm, 15 in.
Ceramic
20thC White ceramic lamp and shade
Located in Grange-Over-Sands, GB
A sculptural baluster form white ceramic lamp with shade. Signed with an unknown makers mark, vaguely similar to lamps by Georges Jouve Dimensions; H 75cm W shade 19cm W base 15cm
Ceramic
Rare Denyse Gatard Jouve Sister Ceramic Lamp, circa 1950
By Denyse gatard
Located in Saint Ouen, Île-de-France
Rare Denyse Gatard (George Jouve sister) ceramic lamp, circa 1950 Yellow or green enamel ceramic.
Ceramic
Georges Jouve lamp
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
ceramic Georges Jouve lamp
Ceramic
A Georges Jouve lamp
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Seated woman'. LAMP STAND in porcelain enameled matte black.
Signature and monogram engraved under the base.
Brass
Ceramic Lamp by Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve, 1910-1964. Lamp "Cylindre" orange, small version Glazed ceramic Measures: H 24 x D 7.5 cm / 9 ½ x 3 in (without shade) Signed "Jouve" on the reverse, with Alpha la...
Ceramic
Georges Jouve Large Table Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Beautiful and rare Jouve red ceramic table lamp. Underside incised with artist's mark and “Jouve/Made in France.” With silver plate over brass metal frame. Measures: 15.5 without sha...
1953 Bird Lamp by Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve (1910-1964). Black ceramic bird lamp.
Georges Jouve Zoomorphic Lamp with White Crackled Glaze
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georges Jouve Zoomorphic Lamp with White Crackled Glaze.
Ceramic
Manner of Georges Jouve Green Ceramic Table Lamps
By Georges Jouve
Located in North Miami, FL
Reminiscent of Georges Jouve works - signed "S R Bonone" - these beautifully crafted 1940s lamps feature frosted glass diffusers and a brass ring at base, atop a beautiful rich green...
Brass
Great Pair Of Ceramic Lamps In The Style Of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of 1950's black ceramic lamps in the manner of Georges Jouve
Ceramic
Sold
H 13.78 in W 0.4 in L 13.78 in
Lamp or Candlestick Ceramic "Bacchus" Georges Jouve, Sign Very Good State
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lamp or candlestick ceramic "Bacchus" Georges Jouve.
Ceramic
Georges Jouve, Lampstand "Eve à la pomme"
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve (1910 - 1964) Enamel Lampstand "Eve à la pomme" Polychrome enamel : deep blue and white. Signed at the bottom. Height : 37,2 cm/14.6 in., width : 17 cm/6.7 in., dep...
Enamel
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H 10.63 in Dm 5.91 in
Black glazed ceramic table lamp in the style of Georges Jouve, circa 1950-1960
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Black glazed ceramic table lamp in the style of Georges Jouve. Circa 1920-1930.
Ceramic
Two Tone Jouve Style Ceramic Lamps, France, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical ceramic tripod lamps in the style of George Jouve with a dominant gunmetal glaze with red and blue accents.
Brass
Sold
H 16 in W 6 in D 4.25 in
French Zoomorphic Lamp, Jouve style, with small repository, France, c. 1950
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Period 'Cobra’ Lamp, in the Jouve style, with small repository, France, c. 1950 Custom Parchment shade, French silk twist cord w/ switch H: 16, Vessel H: 9.5 D: 6 W: 4.25 in....
Ceramic
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H 16 in W 6 in D 4.25 in
Zoomorphic French Period Lamp, Jouve style, forming a Bird Dish, France, 1950's
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Period Lamp, in the Jouve style, forming a bird with small repository, France, c. 1950's, signed: 'Made in France', numbered Custom Parchment shade H: 16 Vessel H: 9.75 W: 5....
Creamware
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H 14.18 in W 3.94 in D 5.91 in
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Gil Agnoloni in the style of Georges Jouve, 1950s.
By Primavera, Georges Jouve, Jacques Blin
Located in Lille, FR
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Gil Agnoloni in the style of Georges Jouve, 1950s.
Ceramic
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H 16.93 in Dm 6.7 in
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Francis Cova in the style of Georges Jouve, 1950s.
By Francis Cova, Georges Jouve, Jacques and Dani Ruelland
Located in Lille, FR
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Francis Cova i in the style of Georges Jouve, 1950s.
Ceramic
Ceramic table lamp by Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Small ceramic table lamp in a white glaze with hand-painted black spiral decoration. Signed on bottom. Custom paper shade.
Ceramic, Paper
Black Ceramic Table Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in London, GB
A black ceramic table lamp in the manner of Georges Jouve. France, Circa 1950.
Ceramic
Black Glazed Ceramic Tripode Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
A black tripode lamp. In the style of Georges Jouve. France, 1960 New shade, re-wired Dimensions : Height (total) 58 cm / 22.83 in.
Fabric, Ceramic
Pair of Ceramic Lamps
By Georges Jouve
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of ceramic lamps, France, 1980 No shades.
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp from the 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic lamp in the manner of Jouve circa 1950s in original condition shade is contemporary.
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp, circa 1950, France.
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice decorative ceramic table lamp, circa 1950, France. Black and yellow striped enameled ceramic, new ivory fabric shade. Rewired. Dimensions: total height with shade: 27 cm , diame...
Ceramic, Fabric
Black and White Ceramic Lamp, France, circa 1970
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Black and white glazed ceramic table lamp. Attributed to George Jouve. Zoomorphic shape.
Ceramic
French Mid-Century Green Ceramic Table Lamps, Pair
By Georges Jouve
Located in North Miami, FL
In the style of Georges Jouve, these fantastic emerald green glazed ceramic lamps with double sockets and shades, newly rewired for US standards.
Ceramic
Chic Small Black Ceramic Table Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small black ceramic table lamp. Chic design with European style shade (no harp).
Ceramic
Elegant Table Lamp, circa 1980, Italy
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant table lamp of high quality, circa 1980, Italy. Slate base, brass and fabric shade. Measures: H 85 cm, W 60 cm, D 30 cm. Very good condition.
Slate, Brass
French Ceramic Lamp in the Style of Georges Jouve
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage French black ceramic lamp in the organic style of French ceramicist, Georges Jouve.
Brass
Freeform Ceramic Lamp in the Manner of Georges Jouve
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage French black ceramic lamp in the organic biomorphic style of French ceramicist, Georges Jouve.
Large 1950s Black Ceramic Freeform Table Lamp
By Georges Jouve
Located in London, GB
A large freeform black ceramic table lamp, with a distinctive slightly metallic glaze France, circa 1950 Including the shade: 58 cm high by 35 cm diameter Base only, ex fitting: 32cm...
Ceramic
Les Archanges/Gilbert Valentin Large Signed Table Lamp, 1950s, Vallauris.
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brussels, BE
Les Archanges / Gilbert Valentin ceramic table lamp, circa 1950, Vallauris, France. Large red enameled earthenware pitcher, new straw shade. Incised underneath Gilbert Valentin Les A...
Earthenware
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H 16.54 in Dm 10.63 in L 16.54 in
Important Ceramic Table Lamp with Beige Glaze Ceramic, circa 1960-1970
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An important ceramic table lamp with beige glaze decoration. Handwritten signature under the base, circa 1960-1970. Perfect original conditions; Sold with a new European electric...
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp Signed under the Base, circa 1980-1990
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table with a geometrical shape. Signed under the base. Perfect original conditions. Sold with a new European electrical system. Dimensions are mentioned only for the ce...
Ceramic
Pair of Ceramic Table Lamps, Signed under the Base, France, 1960-1970
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of ceramic table lamps with pink glaze decoration. Signed under the base. Perfect original conditions, circa 1960-1970. Sold without electrical system.
Ceramic
Ceramic Table Lamp with Black Glaze Decoration Signed AH, circa 1960-1970
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp with black glaze decoration signed under the base "AH". Perfect original conditions. Signed under the base. Sold with a new European electrical system. Dimen...
Ceramic
Pair of Ceramic Lamps in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Vallauris
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950s pair of incised ceramic lamps probably made in Vallauris. No shade provided. Dimensions are given without shade.
Metal
French Ceramic Table Lamp 60's Ball in Style of George Jouve Vintage Brass
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice French desk lamp from the 60's. Beige and red glazed ceramic base and ball, solid brass arm and fabric shade. Very nice vintage condition, nice patina on the brass (see pictures...
Brass
Modernist Ceramic Lamp - Style Of Jean-Michel Frank
By Georges Jouve, Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Rochester, NY
A modernist white lightly textured matt glazed ceramic table lamp in the style of Jean Michel-Frank / Georges Jouve.
Metal
Georges Jouve Ceramic Lamp Base
Located in Astoria, NY
Goose shaped ceramic lamp base in green and brown by Georges Jouve. Signed with Jouve cypher and inscribed "Made in France" under the base.
Ceramic
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H 8.67 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Dominique Marino Le Vaucour Vallauris, France, 1950s.
By Vallauris, Le Vaucour, Georges Jouve, Jacques Blin, Louis Giraud
Located in Lille, FR
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Dominique Marino for Le Vaucour Vallauris, France, 1950s
Ceramic
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H 11.03 in W 13 in D 6.3 in
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Dominique Marino Le Vaucour Vallauris, France, 1950s.
By Vallauris, Le Vaucour, Georges Jouve, Jacques Blin, Louis Giraud
Located in Lille, FR
Zoomorphic Ceramic Lamp by Dominique Marino for Le Vaucour Vallauris, France, 1950s
Ceramic
Sold
H 24.41 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Pair of Lamps White Ceramic Enameled Feather. Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
In the mood of 1950s Pompeo Pianezzola, Claudio Pulli, Roger Capron, Borderie, Les Frères Cloutier, Mado Jolain, Les 2 Potiers, Georges Jouves, Ruelland, Les Argonautes. Measurement...
Enamel
French Ceramic Table Lamp by Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite ceramic table lamp by Georges Jouve in a metallic graphite-bronze matte finish, circa 1960.
Ceramic
Free-Form Ceramic Lamp in the Manner of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage French black ceramic lamp in the organic biomorphic style of French ceramicist, Georges Jouve.
Brass
French Black Ceramic Lamp in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage French black ceramic lamp from Vallauris in the organic style of French ceramicist, Georges Jouve.
Brass
Pair of Ceramic Lamps in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of 1950s black ceramic table lamps.
Ceramic
George Jouve Style Biormorphic Lamp in Grey Metallic Glaze, France 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic grey glazed ceramic lamp in the style of George Jouve. Base measure 15" Height x 7" Diameter.
Ceramic
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H 17.72 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
Large abstract 20th century design ceramic table lamp style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
In the style of Georges Jouve Large 20th century abstract ceramic table lamp black ceramic glaze color Original perfect condition realised circa 1970 Electrical system is ok Ce...
Ceramic
Vintage French Black Ceramic Rooster Lamp in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Washington, DC
Unusual and large vintage black ceramic lamp base in the form of a rooster. Lamp is signed and in excellent condition. Acquired in France.
Ceramic, Pottery
French 50's Matte Black Ceramic Lamp in the Style of Georges Jouve
By Georges Jouve
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 50's matte black ceramic lamp in the style of Georges Jouve. Rewired with new parchment paper shade.
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Pair of Jouve Style Painted Ceramic Boudoir Lamps
By Georges Jouve
Located in North Miami, FL
Manner of Jouve with brass accents to neck and original shades. Lovely color and scale!
Brass
Jouve Style Small Green & Off White Ceramic Table Lamps, France 1960's
By Georges Jouve
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical table ceramic table lamps in the style of George Jouve, with a soft white glaze and green/black accents.
Brass
Mid-Century Folding Screen, Room Divider
By Dumais Made
Located in Bantam, CT
Finish -Walnut: Mahogany -Cane -Brass -Minimum wear to cane at the edges -Good vintage condition ...
Brass
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$6,831 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer, Glass
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Fiberglass, Linen, Fabric, Wood
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
A Pendant by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Custom commissioned lighting pendant designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito, Oy. Finland circa 1940th/50th. Polished perforated brass with brass leafs decoration. (2) E 27 sockets. Rewi...
Brass
Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
Oak, Fabric, Bouclé
Swedish Modern coffee table / side table, 1940s
By Carl-Erik Johansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite Swedish coffee table from the 1940s is a true masterpiece of mid-century design, combining elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The table features a raw glass top, ...
Metal
$10,492
H 56.7 in W 63.39 in D 19.3 in
Paolo Buffa Wooden Cabinet with Flowers Ceramic Tiles and Fashion Prints, 1950s
By Serafino Arrighi, Paolo Buffa
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Paolo Buffa Wooden Cabinet with wooden frames containing flowers decorated ceramic tiles, and larger central frames containing fashion prints, Italy 1950s
Brass
$3,497 / item
H 6.7 in W 4.93 in D 2.76 in
French Mid Century Charlotte Perriand "CP-1" Wall Lamps for Steph Simon, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set French mid century wall lights / sconces model "CP-1" in black and white metal by Charlotte Perriand for Steph Simon Paris, 1960s. In good original condition. Dimensions: ...
Metal
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jules Leleu, Pierre Chareau, Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldw...
Alpaca, Beech
Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s
Ceramic
$93,266
H 61.03 in W 39.38 in D 17.92 in
Pine Cabinet ‘Lovö’ by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cabinet ‘Lovö’ designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1930s. Pine and forged iron. From 1927 to 1938, Axel-Einar Hjorth was the chief architect and designer ...
Iron
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
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