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Arthur Court Furniture

The work of Arthur Court is a constant delight to his fans. The San Francisco based designer created a wide range of sophisticated yet cheerful furnishings and bijoux based on natural forms that included flowers, cacti, antlers and animals.

     Court’s designs drew on his rich and diverse experiences. He grew up in Minnesota, and his childhood rambles in the woods made him a lifelong naturalist. Navy service in the Pacific during World War II exposed Court to Asian cultures, and later in life Court was fond of taking African safaris. Upon his return from the war, Court moved to San Francisco and opened an interior design business — attracting such high-profile Hollywood clients as Shirley Temple Black and the Andrews Sisters. In 1966, he opened a store that offered smaller furniture pieces, tabletop wares and decorative sculptures. These included glass-topped tables with bases shaped like lilies or palm trees; whimsical monkey candlesticks and ice buckets in the form of rabbits and whales; or cast-aluminum tortoise shell-shaped lamps.

     As you will see from the offerings on these pages, Arthur Court appealed to anyone with a sense of joie de vivre. Take a look: it’s serious fun!

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Creator: Arthur Court
Vintage Boho Arthur Court Pewter Pitcher
By Arthur Court
Located in west palm beach, FL
Dive into unique vintage charm with this iconic Arthur Court fish pitcher from 1977, a true embodiment of bold Boho and Coastal aesthetics. Crafted with Arthur Court's renowned attention to detail, this sculptural piece takes the form of a striking fish, complete with textured scales, an expressive face, and a tail forming the handle. While often referred to as pewter due to its appearance, these signature pieces are typically cast in high-quality aluminum, offering a substantial feel and lasting durability. It's more than just a pitcher; it's a conversation starter, perfect for adding a whimsical yet elegant touch to your bar cart, dining table, or as a decorative accent in your living room, bringing a touch of nature-inspired artistry indoors. This fantastic Arthur Court fish pitcher is in great vintage condition, displaying the minor scuffs and blemishes appropriate to its age and use, which contribute to its authentic vintage character. It measures approximately 7 inches long, 5.25 inches deep, and 11.75 inches tall, making it a perfectly sized statement piece. Its distinctive form and metallic finish make it a versatile addition to interiors ranging from Boho and Coastal to Eclectic and Vintage styles. Don't miss the chance to own this beloved piece of Arthur Court history. Add this charming vintage fish pitcher...
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Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Arthur Court Furniture

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Pewter

Vtg 2003 Arthur Court Aluminum Tiger Figural Pitcher Safari Collection
By Arthur Court
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful modernist cast aluminum Arthur Court tiger water pitcher. Made in 2003 and was from the Safari Collection. Still has the original price tag on the bottom and appears it has...
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Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Furniture

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Aluminum

Vtg 2003 Arthur Court Aluminum Monkey Figural Bowl Dish Safari Collection
By Arthur Court
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful cast aluminum Arthur Court monkey dish/bowl. Made in 2003 and was from the Safari Collection. Marked on the bottom as seen in the photos. In exce...
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Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Furniture

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Aluminum

Arthur Court Turtle Aluminum & Lucite Magazine Rack ~ circa 1970
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Court Turtle theme aluminum & lucite magazine rack. USA, circa 1970 Dimensions: 18” L x 11” D x 11” H
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Metal

Arthur Court Geode, Agate and Brass, Signed
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Court Geode Mineral, agate and brass, Signed. Small scale agate geode displayed on a brass "Medium Mini-Claw" stand. Sold with the original Arthur...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Agate, Brass

Mid 20th Century Vintage Arthur Court Style Dining Table & 4 Chairs
By Arthur Court
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Our vintage Arthur court-style dining set, features four exquisite chairs adorned with a beautiful detailed round table. Each seat boasts intricate designs of fruits and flowers, sho...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Arthur Court Elephant Aluminum & Brass Wine Cooler
By Arthur Court
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arthur Court aluminum and brass elephant wine cooler
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Arthur Court 1977 Nautical Aluminum Koi Fish Footed Shell Bowl Red Carnelian Eye
By Arthur Court
Located in Miami, FL
Arthur Court 1977 nautical 12 inches Aluminum Koi Fish Footed Shell Bowl with red Carnelian Eye. A rare vintage aluminum Arthur Court serving bowl in the shape of a seashell with polished red stone eye. Scale-like decoration incised across front. Marked Arthur Court designs and dated 1977. Great Addition to Your Asian inspired Table...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Rare Aluminum Sawtooth Snout Ornament by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare ornament by Arthur Court. Signed "ARTHUR COURT DESIGNS" and dated "1976" on the base.
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Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Arthur Court 1979 Cabbage Lettuce Tureen Serving Bowl with Spoon - 4 pcs
By Arthur Court
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arthur Court 1979 Cabbage Lettuce Tureen Serving Bowl with Spoon - 4 pcs. Item features a (4) piece set, (1) lidded serving/salad bowl, (1) serv...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Arthur Court Horned Antler Aluminum Dining Chairs
By Arthur Court
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of four mid-century modern cast and welded aluminum dining sable chairs designed by Arthur Court. The chairs feature an artisan crafted frame cast into horned antler, or tus...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court Pair of Aluminum Ram Horn Candlestick Holders 1970s
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cast aluminum ram horn candlestick holders by Arthur Court, American 1970s. These are very stylish.
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1970s American Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court rare pair of brass/ lucite holders with specimens .
By Arthur Court
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice pair of brass and lucite specimens holders , marked Arthur Court
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Brass

Cast Bronze Horned Glass Eyed Devil or Satan Wall Memo Clip Stamped Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Ferndale, MI
Frightening Devil image cast in bronze with spring clip holder. Glass eyes, stamped Arthur Court 1977.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Arthur Court Bunny Rabbit Cast Aluminum & Teak Wood Cheese Cutting Board
By Arthur Court
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Arthur Court Bunny Rabbit Cast Aluminum & Teak Wood Cheese Cutting Board. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 31.25" W x 14" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Teak

Arthur Court Butterfly Centerpiece Fruit Bowl
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Court plated aluminum centerpiece serving bowl with butterfly decoration. Dimensions: 16”L x 9”W x 6”H
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21st Century and Contemporary Rococo Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Metal

Wonderful Arthur Court Rare Large Aluminium Elephant Wine Cooler Centerpiece
By Arthur Court
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful large Arthur court rare Aluminium elephant wine cooler / centerpiece serving tureen with cover serving as the lid and having glass eyes.
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20th Century Belle Époque Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Rare Sable Horn Chairs by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rare pair of cast aluminum Sable Horn Chairs by Arthur Court, 1950s. Created to mimic the horns of an African sable antelope these chairs have been newl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Arthur Court Polished Aluminum Chickadee Paperweight
By Arthur Court
Located in Doraville, GA
Beautiful polished aluminum alloy partridge paperweight with ruby red eyes designed by Arthur Court Designs in 1992. The partridge is 3 1/2 inches long, 3.0 inches wide and 2 1/2 inc...
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1990s Post-Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Longhorn Bull Steer Cast Aluminum Wooden Cutting Board Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Longhorn Bull Steer cast aluminum wooden cutting board Arthur Court. Item features cast aluminum longhorn bull handles, solid wood cutting board,...
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court Cast Aluminium Round Tray Holder
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern tray by Arthur Court.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Metal

Arthur Court Bird and Grapevines Blue Sculptured Pitcher, Powder-Coated
By Arthur Court
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Bird and Grapevines Blue Sculptured Pitcher from Arthur Court This one of kind freshly royal blue powder-coated cast aluminum braided handle pitcher with wonderful bir...
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Early 2000s American Organic Modern Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Whimsical Arthur Court Elephant Ice Bucket Wine Cooler Barware
By Arthur Court
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This wonderful hand-crafted polished aluminum ice bucket is in the shape of an elephant with brass feet & tusks and opens to fill with ice to keep your champagne/beverages ice cold!....
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court Turtle Aluminium and Lucite Magazine Rack Regency Modern
By Arthur Court
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical Arthur Court turtle aluminium and Lucite magazine rack. This is a must have for Arthur Court collectors or anyone who love to display the...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court Turtle Aluminum and Lucite Magazine Rack Regency Modern
By Arthur Court
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical Arthur Court turtle aluminum and lucite magazine rack. This is a must have for Arthur Court collectors or anyone who love to display the...
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court Turtle Aluminium and Lucite Magazine Rack Regency Modern
By Arthur Court
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical Arthur Court turtle aluminium and Lucite magazine rack. This is a must have for Arthur Court collectors or anyone who love to display the...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Arthur Court furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Arthur Court furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arthur Court furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Arthur Court were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Steuben Glass, Culver Ltd., and Georges Briard. Prices for Arthur Court furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $113 and can go as high as $14,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,425.
Questions About Arthur Court Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Arthur Court creates products by hand out of aluminum, not pewter. Some pieces may resemble pewter due to changes in the finish that occurred over time. Occasionally, the company used additional materials like Lucite in their designs. Shop a collection of Arthur Court decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.

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