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Scandinavian Modern Wilhelm Kåge "Argenta" Vase in stoneware and inlays in silver for Gustavsberg, Sweden. This beautiful piece is part of the Wilhelm Kages (Kåge) Argenta series, pr...

Excellent pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with new seat cushions. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.  

The engraved and brush painted ceramic plate, Visage Gris (Grey Face) is one the most iconic pieces created by Pablo Picasso (1881 - 1973) at the Madoura workshop in Vallauris, France. It is said "all portraits are self portraits". In this work, we see Picasso's wistfulness, vulnerability and humor set within a beautiful image representing both the sun and the moon, the masculine and the feminine. Picasso mastery of form, image, composition and subtle color is evident in a work that resonates transcendence. Created in 1953, Pablo Picasso ceramic Visage Gris (Grey Face), 1953 A.R. 206 is a Madoura white earthenware clay, knife engraved under partial brushed glaze with decoration in engobes (green, black, white) from the edition of 500. This work is stamped with the 'Madoura PLEIN FEU' and ‘EMPREINTE ORIGINALE DE PICASSO’ pottery stamps on the reverse. Dimensions: 12 3/8 x 15 1/8 x 1 5/8in (31.4 x 38.3 x 4.1cm). Madoura was an artisan workshop created by Georges and Suzanne Ramie which collaborated with Picasso in the fabrication and hand painting of the works. Pablo Picasso designed 633 different ceramic editions between 1947 and 1971 at the Madoura workshop, with a number of variants and unique pieces resulting from these initial works. He began by creating simple, utilitarian objects such as plates and bowls, but later produced more complex forms, including pitchers and vases — their handles occasionally shaped to form facial features, or anatomical parts of his animal subjects. Picasso remains one of the highest-grossing artists at auction today, and the range of his ceramics means it's possible to find both a good investment and a beautiful object. Visage Gris is among the most important. A Short Biography follows: Pablo Picasso revolutionized the art world and to many is THE artist of the 20th century. He is famous for his role in pioneering Cubism with Georges Braque and for his melancholy Blue Period pieces. Original signed Picasso lithographs and prints are a sure investment. Madoura Picasso ceramics are highly collectible in their own right. As one of the most influential Modern artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso is renowned as a legendary artistic master to this day. Born on October 25, 1881 in Malaga, Spain, Pablo Picasso was a child prodigy who was recognized as such by his art-teacher father, who ably led him along. The small Museo de Picasso in Barcelona is devoted primarily to his early works, which include strikingly realistic renderings of casts of ancient sculpture. Picasso was a rebel from the start and, as a teenager, began to frequent the Barcelona cafes where intellectuals gathered. He soon went to Paris, the capital of art, and soaked up the works of Edouard Manet, Gustave Courbet, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, whose sketchy style impressed him greatly. Then it was back to Spain, a return to France, and again back to Spain – all in the years 1899 to 1904. Before he struck upon Cubism, Picasso went through a prodigious number of styles – realism, caricature, the Blue Period, and the Rose Period. These distinguished styles are apparent in the unique original works as well as Picasso ceramics, lithographs, linocuts, and etchings that he created later in his life. The Blue Period dates from 1901 to 1904 and is characterized by a predominantly blue palette and focuses on outcasts, beggars, and prostitutes. This was when he also produced his first sculptures. The most poignant work of the style, La Vie (1903), currently located in Cleveland’s Museum of Art, was created in memory of his childhood friend, the Spanish poet Carlos Casagemas, who had committed suicide. The painting started as a self-portrait, but Picasso’s features became those of his lost friend. The composition is stilted, the space compressed, the gestures stiff, and the tones predominantly blue. The Rose Period began around 1904 when Picasso’s palette brightened and is dominated by pinks and beiges, light blues, and roses. His subjects are saltimbanques (circus people), harlequins, and clowns, all of whom seem to be mute and strangely inactive. One of the premier works of this period is Family of Saltimbanques (1905), currently in Washington, D.C. at the National Gallery, which portrays a group of circus workers who appear alienated and incapable of communicating with each other, set in a one-dimensional space. In 1905, Picasso went briefly to Holland, and on his return to Paris, his works took on a classical aura with large male and female figures seen frontally or in distinct profile, as in early Greek art. One of the best examples of this style is in the Albright-Knox Gallery in Buffalo, NY, La Toilette (1906). Several pieces in this new, classical style were purchased by Gertrude Stein (the art patron and writer) and her brother, Leo Stein. With his groundbreaking 1907 painting Les Demoiselles d’Avignon...

Pair of Naoto Fukasawa glass side tables created in Murano, Italy. The tables are hand-blown with an organic shape. A separate glass cover fits ...

Scandinavian modern table lamp by Markslöjd Kinna Sweden, with a makers mark underneath. The lamp is from the 1960s and has a frame in birch. The end connecting to the lamp shade is ...

Stunning terracotta bowl from Spain, 1960's. Beautiful blue and green painted detail with etched fish design and etched wavy edge detailing. Great vintage condition. Can be hung on a...

Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...

Madoura, very large ceramic platter attributed to Suzanne Ramie, Vallauris.

A pair of pine wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.6” H x 5.9” W x 6.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 5.93” Diameter x 0.75” D...

Ceramic and wood coffee table by Roger Capron Vallauris, signed

Lamp: H 10'“ x W 3” Shade: white linen, loose fitting H 7” x W (top) 6” x W (bottom) 6” Glaze: Sage matte, white matte, black shiny, matte blue Hardware: unfinished brass The curtain lamp is hand sculpted and made to order. Please allow for slight variations between each piece, as molds are not used. Each piece is crafted with a coiling technique and is made and designed by Analuisa Corrigan. The overall height, shade fabric and glaze may be custom if needed. Each shade is made of carefully selected vintage...

Best Furniture design at the iLuxury Awards 2021 In the remote location of Coyote Buttes lies one of Arizona’s treasures. The absolutely surreal undulating patterns of ‘The Wave’ inspired the creation of the Arizona mirror...

This 10x11 vintage Afghan Kilim is believed to be a traditional Ghalmouri rug, handwoven in wool circa 1970-1980. On the Design: Admirers of Ghalmouri Kilims may appreciate this ...

Italian bamboo egg chair, a timeless fusion of style and comfort inspired by the iconic designs of the 1970s. This statement piece seamlessly blends Italian...

François Gueneau Large abstract stoneware ceramic vase circa 1970 Signed at the base Original perfect condition Height 12 cm Large 29 cm Depth 8 cm

This is our latest collaboration with LA Ceramicist Titia Esties. Completely hand built this orb has an otherworldly feel to it. Assembled from hundreds of hand-cut tiles the varying...

Ultra rare table lamp in very good original condition. Designed by French designer Luc Bernard in 1974. These lamps are manufactured in a very small edition. As far as we know there are only two of these lamps left. The lamp is made from lacquered aluminum that is shaped into a spiral form which makes this lamp an impressive sculptural object. The spiral shape creates a beautiful light effect when the lamp is lit. We offer a variety of insured shipping services, ask us for the possibilities and competitive pricing. If you have any questions about our shipping options or this item please feel free to contact us. References: Mangiarotti, Space Age, Midcentury Design, Postwar, Sixties, Seventies, 60s, 70s, Verner Panton, Joe Colombo, Pierre Paulin, Tobia Scarpa, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen...

Lunarys Large Side Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key side table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is...

Newly made wavy ceramic mirror. Hand-sculpted sections of ceramic placed together to create a beautiful wavy rectangular frame. White glaze over terraco...

A pine table lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Condition: Good Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.6” H x 8.75” x 5.75” D Dimensions ...

Elegant pair of lounge chairs upholstered with a fabric by Loro Piana. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2022. Price is for the pair, can been ordered separately.

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s This exuberant buildable sofa is designed by Burkhard Vogtherr. A very ...

A table lamp designed and produced by Aneta. In solid pine. With makers label. Condition: Good Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 7.75” Diamete...

Unique suspensions designed and made by the french contemporary ceramist Olivia Cognet. Each suspension has a similar cylindrical shape, then decorated with several shapes and motif...

Free-shape chandelier made by the French ceramic artist Olivia Cognet. Staying true to her organic shaped works, Olivia offers us here a beautiful and re...

Kat & Roger Table Lamp with hand-crafted and hand-painted ceramic base, USA. Measurements given apply to the base of the lamp. Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Southern Cali...

Two-light sconce cast in white plaster resin. American, circa 1970.

Ceramic coffee table "Cuvette" by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.

A green-glazed ceramic vase designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.

An original pair of Mogens Koch folding chairs model "MK-16" made at Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1970s Mogens Koch designed the MK16 Fo...

Frank Gehry pair of easy Edges chair and ottoman. Easy Edges, Inc. Canada/USA, 1972. Laminated cardboard, masonite. Chair: 29¼ H × 23¼ W × 39 D in, ottoman: 14¾ H × 17¾ W × 30 D in (...

Composition, faux carved stone surround mirror.

Object 083 Sofa by NG Design Dimensions: W 210 x D 100 x H 69 cm Materials: Bouclé Fabric Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors on demand. The ...

Tafla mirrors by Zieta Polished stainless steel Tafla O2 (qty 1) Height: 59.06 in (150 cm) Width: 38.19 in (97 cm) Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm) Tafla O3 (qty 1) Height: 48.82 in (124 cm) ...

Pair of brass faux bamboo floor lamps with bamboo shades and travertine details at base.

Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design inspired by nature and midcentury European sculpture. The Tulip wall sconce not only provides soft ambient illumination, but is also a beautiful sculpture. Uplighter with one bulb. IP20 (interior use) (can be converted to IP44 use). Height 11.8" (30 cm). *IMPORTANT: the FOOTPRINT of Tulip is H. 3.9” (100 mm) x W. 2.8” (70 mm). Please ensure that the footprint of our wall light is large enough to cover your j-box before placing an order.* All our plaster wall sconces can be custom colored to a color of your choice if you supply a paint color reference (for an additional charge quoted on an individual order basis). If you do not request our color service, the lights are shipped in our trademark calm white color. Although our lights are wired using UL listed components, each light fitting is not UL listed. If required, we are happy to supply the name of someone in New York who can do this for USA clients. Tulip Wall Sconce © Hannah Woodhouse/2006 (date of design). SHIPPING We do not supply fixed shipping quotes to the USA or Europe as shipping costs will vary depending on how many pieces you order, and your location. We are able to offer very competitive shipping prices, so please ask us for a quotation. Our shipping cost includes insurance of the goods in transit. We run plaster casting workshops in our London studio during which participants can cast maquettes (small artist models) of our iconic wall sconces Shell, Tulip and Ovoid. Client Testimonials We have been creating and selling our products to discerning clients all over the world for 20 years, and have worked successfully with a wide range of high-end interior designers. The following represent just a small selection of the testimonials we have received, which demonstrate the quality of our work and the excellent level of client service...

The EXO series is an exploration of nature's growth patterns on design materials, to understand the structure of exoskeleton. The project was conceived from a culmination from James ...

Italian Sculptor, Angelo Bragalini, hammers beautiful pieces out of copper, including mirrors and consoles. This piece was made in 1955 and is the perfect size for many hallways or salon walls.

An unusual large painting on masonite by Warren Wolf (1924 - 2003, American), ca' 1980. Heavy texture (marble dust), in original frame. "Warren Wolf was a teacher, art school adminis...

The Quad is a low, sculptural coffee table with four hemispherical legs that acts as a quiet yet powerful visual anchor in the room. Cast in fiberglass, it has a unique satin finish ...

Extraordinary hand carved organic sculpture "Amanecer" in red granite on a white lacquered wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970s. Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculpto...

Gabriella Crespi brass pill cigarette card box Italian, 1970s Measures: 4.4 inches wide on each side 0.3 inches deep Born in 1922, Gabriella Crespi studies architecture at the Poli...

Hervé Rousseau Original and elegant stoneware ceramic vase by Hervé Rousseau. Decorative white ceramic glaze color. Original perfect condition....

Step into a world where innovation meets sustainability with the « Lotus » lamps– a captivating trio of model lamps born from a year-long collaboration between our passion-driven tea...

American Mid-century artist Harry Bertoia would spend his daylight hours working on the monumental public projects for which he is so well known. In the evenings though, after dinner...

Produced during the 1970s by Artek, Finland. Good vintage condition with signs of patina and usage.

Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...

A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole four piece modular sofa / chair set, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in luxurious 100% alpaca. Marked on the unders...

A sublime pair of Italian tan leather armchairs, patchwork leather seat cushions with original small back support cushions. The tan leather is a perfect mid-century tone with a beaut...

1970s White marble abstract sculpture on granite base.

A beautiful pair of Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chairs, newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey 100% Alpaca fabric, produced by B&B Italia...

Beth Taylor achieved her iconic status for the way she looked. With her blue eyes and porcelain skin, Taylor was considered one of the most sensual women on earth. Such ethereal beau...

A signed John Dickinson plaster low side table from circa 1970 with white finish, X-Form base and hoof feet. This iconic John Dickinson plaster low side table, dating back to around ...

Bruno Gambone set of three small stoneware or ceramic vases or vessels, Italy, 1970s. This beautiful set of small stoneware vases are grouped together nicely with contrasting and c...

Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978) was an architect who mastered materials, detail, and light. He is most famous for Castelvecchio Museum in Verona, the Olivetti showroom in Venice and the Brion Tomb in San Vito d’Altivole. The Cornaro sofa embodies the intentions of its designer to combine Japanese minimalism...

Postmodern plaster side/end table, 1970.

Dense sculptural wooden vase composed of sculpted plywood by New York sculptor, Dick Shanley, circa 1970s-1980s. Very intriguing organic form and large sc...

Sculptural, bright white, well-defined and multi-fold. Colominas has created a table service inspired by Angelo Mangiarotti’s soft lines, exalting the shape and structure of objects ...