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Verpan System 1-2-3 Dining Chair Standard, 1973 by Verner Panton, Butterfly Base
Verpan System 1-2-3 Dining Chair Standard, 1973 by Verner Panton, Butterfly Base

Verpan System 1-2-3 Dining Chair Standard, 1973 by Verner Panton, Butterfly Base

By Verner Panton, Verpan

Located in Varedo, MB

The flowing S-curve of the seat and backrest naturally follows the body’s posture, providing comfortable support and a refined modern look. Its expressive form makes it ideal for din...

Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bamboo Coat Rack in the manner of Albini, Mid-Century Italian Design, 1960
Bamboo Coat Rack in the manner of Albini, Mid-Century Italian Design, 1960

Bamboo Coat Rack in the manner of Albini, Mid-Century Italian Design, 1960

By Franco Albini

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

The stand is raised on four splayed legs, joined by a circular stretcher base that provides stability while preserving its airy, open form. An ideal statement piece for a contempora...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo

Italian Antique Crystal Chandelier, 1950s
Italian Antique Crystal Chandelier, 1950s

Italian Antique Crystal Chandelier, 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Its compact yet architectural form makes it ideal for hallways, bedrooms, dressing rooms, studies, or intimate dining spaces, as well as for layering in sophisticated interior design...

Category

20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair
Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Its strong architectural form makes it ideal for modernist landscapes, Palm Springs-style courtyards, or minimalist interior environments.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair
Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Its strong architectural form makes it ideal for modernist landscapes, Palm Springs-style courtyards, or minimalist interior environments.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair
Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Willy Guhl Style Sculptural Concrete Garden Chair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Its strong architectural form makes it ideal for modernist landscapes, Palm Springs-style courtyards, or minimalist interior environments.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Blue
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Blue

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Blue

By Oblure

Located in Paris, IDF

Inspired by architectural arches, it delivers precise, balanced lighting in a compact sculptural form. Ideal for kitchen islands, dining areas, or modern living spaces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, White
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, White

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, White

By Oblure

Located in Paris, IDF

Inspired by architectural arches, it delivers precise, balanced lighting in a compact sculptural form. Ideal for kitchen islands, dining areas, or modern living spaces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Steel

Umbrella Stand Mogg DUO design Carlo Contin
Umbrella Stand Mogg DUO design Carlo Contin

Umbrella Stand Mogg DUO design Carlo Contin

By Mogg, Carlo Contin

Located in Varedo, MB

Its compact footprint and vertical form make it ideal for entryways, hallways, or office spaces.

Category

2010s Italian Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Metal

Danish, Mid-20th Century, Carved Oak Footstool with Red Leather Seat, 1950s
Danish, Mid-20th Century, Carved Oak Footstool with Red Leather Seat, 1950s

Danish, Mid-20th Century, Carved Oak Footstool with Red Leather Seat, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

An elegant antique-style stool or footstool, this piece features a finely carved wooden frame and traditional detailing that evokes the refined aesthetics of the Neo-Renaissance peri...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Renaissance Footstools

Materials

Metal

Purple and pink Fluorite sculpture decorative object Tabletop
Purple and pink Fluorite sculpture decorative object Tabletop

Purple and pink Fluorite sculpture decorative object Tabletop

Located in London, GB

The varied coloration in this specimen not only adds to its visual appeal but also signifies the unique mineral conditions under which it formed. Ideal for collectors and connoisseur...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Quartz

Coral, Blue and Beige Striped Vintage Turkish Kilim Handwoven Wool Runner
Coral, Blue and Beige Striped Vintage Turkish Kilim Handwoven Wool Runner

Coral, Blue and Beige Striped Vintage Turkish Kilim Handwoven Wool Runner

Located in Atlanta, GA

The natural wool texture adds depth and a tactile quality that highlights its handmade authenticity. The elongated form makes it ideal for hallways, entryways, or narrow spaces wher...

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Elegant Pair of Swedish Modern Armchairs, 1940s, Fluted Mahogany Legs and Velvet
Elegant Pair of Swedish Modern Armchairs, 1940s, Fluted Mahogany Legs and Velvet

Elegant Pair of Swedish Modern Armchairs, 1940s, Fluted Mahogany Legs and Velvet

Located in Hammarö, SE

Rooted in the 1940s, these chairs embody a pivotal moment in Scandinavian design—when traditional craftsmanship and modern ideals converged to form what would become one of the most ...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Portrait Young Woman Study After Leon Launay French Sepia Drawing Paper
Portrait Young Woman Study After Leon Launay French Sepia Drawing Paper

Portrait Young Woman Study After Leon Launay French Sepia Drawing Paper

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

An attractive piece for collectors of French academic drawings, portrait studies, or works exploring the human form. Ideal for framing, it would sit comfortably within both tradition...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen
Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen

By Morten Gøttler, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

The MG501 Cuba Chair, designed in 1997 by Morten Gøttler, takes extra seating to a new level. It is an ideal balance of form and function while elevating the folding chair concept.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Papercord

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Black Oak Black Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen
Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Black Oak Black Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Black Oak Black Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen

By Morten Gøttler, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

The MG501 Cuba Chair, designed in 1997 by Morten Gøttler, takes extra seating to a new level. It is an ideal balance of form and function while elevating the folding chair concept.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Oil Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen
Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Oil Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Oil Natural Paper Cord for Carl Hansen

By Morten Gøttler, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

The MG501 Cuba Chair, designed in 1997 by Morten Gøttler, takes extra seating to a new level. It is an ideal balance of form and function while elevating the folding chair concept.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen
Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen

Morten Gøttler MG501 Cuba Chair Oak Soap Natural Cotton Webbing for Carl Hansen

By Morten Gøttler, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

The MG501 Cuba Chair, designed in 1997 by Morten Gøttler, takes extra seating to a new level. It is an ideal balance of form and function while elevating the folding chair concept.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

Self-Portrait: The Landscape, 1969

Self-Portrait: The Landscape, 1969

By Jim Dine

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The lithograph captures the artist’s exploration of self-identity within the context of natural and abstract landscapes, showcasing his mastery of color, form, and line. Ideal for co...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Paper

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Black
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Black

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Black

By Oblure

Located in Paris, IDF

Inspired by architectural arches, it delivers precise, balanced lighting in a compact sculptural form. Ideal for kitchen islands, dining areas, or modern living spaces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Nude
Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Nude

Contemporary Pendant Lamp 'Arch Single' by Oblure, Nude

By Oblure

Located in Paris, IDF

Inspired by architectural arches, it delivers precise, balanced lighting in a compact sculptural form. Ideal for kitchen islands, dining areas, or modern living spaces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Steel

Breakwave Chair by Josep Vila Capdevila, Handcrafted Concrete, 2023
Breakwave Chair by Josep Vila Capdevila, Handcrafted Concrete, 2023

Breakwave Chair by Josep Vila Capdevila, Handcrafted Concrete, 2023

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Barcelona, ES

As a result, Breakwave is not only a seat but a collectible object that speaks to contemporary materiality and poetic form. Ideal for design-forward interiors, galleries, or archite...

Category

2010s Spanish Armchairs

Materials

Concrete

Sculptural Art Deco solid Wooden Pedestal, France ca. 1925
Sculptural Art Deco solid Wooden Pedestal, France ca. 1925

Sculptural Art Deco solid Wooden Pedestal, France ca. 1925

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Its presence today offers collectors and designers a versatile accent piece that bridges decorative function and sculptural form, ideal for showcasing art or adding architectural dep...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940
French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940

French Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Jewelry Box for Neiman Marcus, circa 1940

By Limoges

Located in Miami, FL

Its gently rounded rectangular form makes it ideal as a trinket box, jewelry casket, or elegant candy presentation.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful Gold Flake Flower Flush Mount Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s
Beautiful Gold Flake Flower Flush Mount Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s

Beautiful Gold Flake Flower Flush Mount Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This exceptional piece reflects the artistry and craftsmanship of Italian glassmakers, offering a perfect blend of luxury and organic form. Ideal for adding a touch of glamour to a l...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Small Antique Sharing Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Meiji, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Small Antique Sharing Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Meiji, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Small Antique Sharing Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Meiji, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Attractive Meiji period (1867 - 1912) box with a striking exterior Displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order Tactile lacquered finish presents an appealing brillianc...

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Japonisme Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Long White Gold Amethyst Baguette and Australian Pearl Drop Earrings, Diamond
Long White Gold Amethyst Baguette and Australian Pearl Drop Earrings, Diamond

Long White Gold Amethyst Baguette and Australian Pearl Drop Earrings, Diamond

Located in BILBAO, ES

A sophisticated balance between architectural geometry and organic form, ideal for collectors of modern fine jewelry and striking evening wear

Category

Early 2000s Spanish Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Pair of Vintage Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Five-Light Candelabra
Pair of Vintage Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Five-Light Candelabra

Pair of Vintage Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Five-Light Candelabra

Located in San Diego, CA

These candelabra strike a perfect balance between opulence and craftsmanship—substantial in presence yet graceful in form. Ideal for a grand dining table, mantel, or as statement acc...

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Louis XV Candelabras

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Exceptional Large Flower Basket Chandelier Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s
Exceptional Large Flower Basket Chandelier Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s

Exceptional Large Flower Basket Chandelier Barovier Toso Venice Italy 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This exceptional piece reflects the artistry and craftsmanship of Italian glassmakers, offering a perfect blend of luxury and organic form. Ideal for adding a touch of glamour to a l...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Rare Restored Lounge Chair in Beech by Dan Johnson for Selig, Denmark, c. 1950s
Rare Restored Lounge Chair in Beech by Dan Johnson for Selig, Denmark, c. 1950s

Rare Restored Lounge Chair in Beech by Dan Johnson for Selig, Denmark, c. 1950s

By Selig

Located in Deland, FL

Their product range epitomized the simple, elegant and airy forms typical of post-war Danish furniture design on display in this exquisite chair's aesthetic and form.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Four Fabric and Wood Chairs in the style of Helge Sibast, Italy, 1960s
Set of Four Fabric and Wood Chairs in the style of Helge Sibast, Italy, 1960s

Set of Four Fabric and Wood Chairs in the style of Helge Sibast, Italy, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comfortable yet sophisticated, these chairs embody the modernist ideals of form and function, reminiscent of the work of designers such as Ico Parisi and Helge Sibast

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Magis Folly – Bench - Sofa - Ron Arad – Rotational Moulded Polyethylene, Outdoor
Magis Folly – Bench - Sofa - Ron Arad – Rotational Moulded Polyethylene, Outdoor

Magis Folly – Bench - Sofa - Ron Arad – Rotational Moulded Polyethylene, Outdoor

By Magis, Ron Arad

Located in Varedo, MB

Its generous proportions and sculptural form make it ideal for public spaces, gardens, terraces, or contemporary interiors, serving both as seating and a visual statement.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Modernist Mirrored & Polished Steel Console Table w/ Brutalist Tile Motif
Modernist Mirrored & Polished Steel Console Table w/ Brutalist Tile Motif

Modernist Mirrored & Polished Steel Console Table w/ Brutalist Tile Motif

Located in New York, NY

The abstract textural tiles further emphasize the artisanal nature of this design, creating a perfect marriage of functionality and art with dynamic texture reminiscent of natural fo...

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Large 18th‑Century Oak Bench with Velvet Upholstery, France
Large 18th‑Century Oak Bench with Velvet Upholstery, France

Large 18th‑Century Oak Bench with Velvet Upholstery, France

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Originally used in a grand hallway, salon, or reception room, the bench now offers remarkable versatility. Its elongated form makes it ideal for an entryway, the foot of a bed, or as...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Cristaux d'Art Saint-Louis, Rare and Large Centrepiece Vase, France 1930
Cristaux d'Art Saint-Louis, Rare and Large Centrepiece Vase, France 1930

Cristaux d'Art Saint-Louis, Rare and Large Centrepiece Vase, France 1930

By Saint Louis

Located in PARIS, FR

The crystal carries a blue tint, enhancing its sculptural presence and adding depth to the design. Its wide, shallow form makes it ideal as a centrepiece on a dining table, console,...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

Travertine Display Pedestal
Travertine Display Pedestal

Travertine Display Pedestal

Located in Chicago, IL

The narrow display stand exemplifies Organic Modern style with chiseled edges, smoothed sides and the irregular, natural patterning of stone. The simple column form is ideal as small...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Travertine

Wooden Coffee Table in the manner of The Stickley Brothers, Netherlands 1930s
Wooden Coffee Table in the manner of The Stickley Brothers, Netherlands 1930s

Wooden Coffee Table in the manner of The Stickley Brothers, Netherlands 1930s

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Utrecht, NL

Today, this table stands as a thoughtful example of early 20th century design ideals. Its restrained form, durable construction, and timeless aesthetic allow it to integrate seamless...

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Monumental 1930s French armchairs Château-scale proportions Patinated Walnut
Monumental 1930s French armchairs Château-scale proportions Patinated Walnut

Monumental 1930s French armchairs Château-scale proportions Patinated Walnut

Located in Almelo, NL

Their generous scale and grounded form make them ideal as statement seating in large living spaces, entrance halls, or hospitality settings.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Smooth Antq. White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade
Smooth Antq. White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

Smooth Antq. White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Smooth Antiqued White Bronze is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Smooth Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade
Smooth Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

Smooth Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Smooth Brass is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a top that opens...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Smooth White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade
Smooth White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

Smooth White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Smooth White Bronze is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a top tha...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Fine Hmrd. Antq. Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade
Fine Hmrd. Antq. Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

Fine Hmrd. Antq. Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Fine Hammered Antiqued White Bronze is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Smooth Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade
Smooth Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

Smooth Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Smooth Copper is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a top that open...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Copper, Sheet Metal

Fine Hammered Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade
Fine Hammered Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

Fine Hammered Brass Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Fine Hammered Brass is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a top tha...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Fine Hammered Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade
Fine Hammered Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

Fine Hammered Copper Vaisseau Ottoman – Metal Clad Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Fine Hammered Copper is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a top th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Copper, Sheet Metal

Fine Hammered White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade
Fine Hammered White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

Fine Hammered White Bronze Vaisseau Ottoman – Storage Trunk, Handmade

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Vaisseau Bench in Fine Hammered White Bronze is a Hollywood Regency interior's ideal storage piece: a hourglass form entirely in metal, 36 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

1890s French Wooden Cello Case with Modernist Cubist Design
1890s French Wooden Cello Case with Modernist Cubist Design

1890s French Wooden Cello Case with Modernist Cubist Design

Located in High Point, NC

Standing upright, it reads as a sculptural form—ideal for collectors, musicians, or interiors that celebrate unique French design from the turn of the century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Musical Instruments

Materials

Wood

Storage unit - Sideboard Alivar Galatea Design Giuseppe Bavuso - Walnut
Storage unit - Sideboard Alivar Galatea Design Giuseppe Bavuso - Walnut

Storage unit - Sideboard Alivar Galatea Design Giuseppe Bavuso - Walnut

By Alivar

Located in Varedo, MB

Horizontal engravings cross the front panels, giving the design a sense of continuity that extends beyond its geometric form. Ideal for the dining area or living room, Galatea provi...

Category

2010s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Galliano Round Suspension Lamp - Delightfull
Galliano Round Suspension Lamp - Delightfull

Galliano Round Suspension Lamp - Delightfull

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

The inside of the lampshades is finished in white matte, enhancing the design with a perfect balance of form and function. Ideal as a modern dining room or entryway light, the Gallia...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

12x Brown Leather Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort Dining Chairs
12x Brown Leather Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort Dining Chairs

12x Brown Leather Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort Dining Chairs

By DalVera, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Markington, GB

Their generous proportions and comfortable form make them ideal for a striking dining setting or statement interior project.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s
Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s

Set of 2 Easy Chairs in Wool and Teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Designed in the 1950s, these chairs embody the Scandinavian modernist ideals of harmonizing function and form. Ib Kofod-Larsen was a pivotal figure in Danish design, and the 4346 mod...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Wool

Art Deco Paper/Book Holder in Spring Steel on Forrest Green Leather Base
Art Deco Paper/Book Holder in Spring Steel on Forrest Green Leather Base

Art Deco Paper/Book Holder in Spring Steel on Forrest Green Leather Base

Located in New York, NY

The spring steel structure creates a streamlined and minimalist form, ideal for holding papers, files, or books, while the leather base adds a layer of elegance and stability, making...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel

Kashima lounge chair in original leather by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset 1980
Kashima lounge chair in original leather by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset 1980

Kashima lounge chair in original leather by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset 1980

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Its compact yet generous form makes it ideal as a standalone collectible piece within curated interiors.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Leather

German Porcelain Floral Centerpiece Bowl Signed Carl Tielsch
German Porcelain Floral Centerpiece Bowl Signed Carl Tielsch

German Porcelain Floral Centerpiece Bowl Signed Carl Tielsch

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

The bowl’s soft color palette and graceful form make it ideal as a decorative centerpiece or display piece, adding a touch of romantic European charm to any setting.

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Round Handwoven Rattan Coiled Boho Basket with Sculptural Footed Base
Vintage Round Handwoven Rattan Coiled Boho Basket with Sculptural Footed Base

Vintage Round Handwoven Rattan Coiled Boho Basket with Sculptural Footed Base

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The basket’s gently flared sides and slightly raised, sculptural footed base give it a distinctive silhouette, making it as decorative as it is practical. Its shallow bowl form makes...

Category

20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Rattan

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Brown Leather
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Brown Leather

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Brown Leather

By Verner Panton, Verpan

Located in Varedo, MB

Part of the renowned System 1-2-3 seating series, this lounge version offers a bold design statement while remaining highly functional. Its expressive form makes it ideal for living ...

Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Black Leather
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Black Leather

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Black Leather

By Verner Panton, Verpan

Located in Varedo, MB

Part of the renowned System 1-2-3 seating series, this lounge version offers a bold design statement while remaining highly functional. Its expressive form makes it ideal for living ...

Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Swivel Base
Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Swivel Base

Verpan System 1-2-3 Lounge Chair Deluxe, 1973 by Verner Panton, Swivel Base

By Verner Panton, Verpan

Located in Varedo, MB

Part of the renowned System 1-2-3 seating series, this lounge version offers a bold design statement while remaining highly functional. Its expressive form makes it ideal for living ...

Category

2010s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century British Teak Credenza by Avalon Yatton
Mid-Century British Teak Credenza by Avalon Yatton

Mid-Century British Teak Credenza by Avalon Yatton

By Avalon Yatton

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Featuring clean lines, sculpted drawer pulls, and ample storage, this piece embodies classic mid-century design with a warm teak finish and minimalist form. Ideal for modern or vinta...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Rug

Located in New York, NY

This piece is more than just a floor covering—it is a work of modernist art in textile form. Ideal for interiors seeking to balance vintage sophistication with bold design, it would ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

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