Arthur Court Decorative Objects
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
Mid-Century Modernist Cast & Welded Aluminum Abstract Sculpture by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
This sharp and angular Mid-Century Modernist Abstract Geometric Sculpture in Cast and Welded Aluminum by Arthur Court originates from the United States, Circa 1975. Features a vertic...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Arthur Court Rabbit Wine Cooler or Ice Bucket
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Amusing Arthur Court rabbit working in service as a wine cooler or ice bucket. Having floppy ears, stone eyes, and brass hands and feet. Who would ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Acrobatic Frog Brass & Wood Candlesticks by Arthur Court, 1979
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Pair of Acrobatic Frog Brass & Wood Candlesticks by Arthur Court, 1979
Add a whimsical touch to your interior, consider this charming pair of acrobatic frog brass & wood candlesticks by Arthur Court. Each Victorian-style candlestick stands at 7 inches, featuring a brass frog donning shorts engaging in a handstand on a 3.5-inch diameter base, the frogs leg support a brass and stained wood orb candleholder, completing the playful design. The combination of brass and wood adds warmth and character to these acrobatic frog candlesticks...
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Bronze Alligator Sculpture / Box by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool bronze alligator sculpture / box by Arthur Court, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Two Victorian Style Brass & Wood Pug Dog Boxes, by Arthur Court, 1979
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Two Victorian Style Brass & Wood Pug Dog Boxes, by Arthur Court, 1979
*Sold individually, please specify the 'Brown' Pug on the left or the 'Brindle' Pug on the right or purchase b...
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Arthur Court Aluminum Wild Boar Tureen, 1990
By Arthur Court
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Court Aluminum Wild Boar Tureen, 1990. The boar can hold an ear of corn in its mouth and steam comes out of its eyes when hot food is placed inside...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Signed Arthur Court Bronze Dog Puppies Paperweight Desk Accessory
By Arthur Court
Located in North Miami, FL
This delightful and charming vintage signed bronze paperweight sculpture are of 6 connecting puppy dogs linked together in different positions. It is hallmarked Arthur Court Designs ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Arthur Court Elephant Sculpture Tray Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Arthur court elephant sculpture tray box MINT!.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Aluminum
Vintage Coastal Brown Rectangular Sea Shell Covered Box with Lid, Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous shell covered Folk Art box with lid. Covered in brown, black and cream conical shaped shells, it is a striking statement piece. The box which the shells cover, is created ...
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Wood
Vintage Arthur Court Bunny Rabbit Pitcher
By Arthur Court
Located in Forney, TX
A whimsical and charming high quality American polished aluminum service pitcher by Arthur Court, San Francisco.
Born in the mid-20th century, this life-sized rabbit shaped pitcher was individually hand made & polished to a lustrous glow, lending to each piece being unique, standing upright on hind feet, paws down, floppy ears that form a large handle, rich inset gemstone eyes. Signed; stamped signature 'Arthur Court 1975'.
Fun, functional and flexible tableware or barware, with elegantly aged patina, deep cleaned and ready for a variety of different uses, including as a water or juice pitcher, a lovely flower vase, table decor, ice scoop bucket and dispenser, serving, as a magical decorative accent piece, or as a uniquely thoughtful and amusing gift!
Dimensions: (approx)
11" High, 5" Wide, 7.5" Deep
Opening: 2.5", 3"
Inspired by Arthur Court’s love of nature, the Arthur Court Bunnies...
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Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Arthur Court, Duck and Duckling Tureen, 1978
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Shiny pewter duck and duckling tureen by Arthur Court, 1978.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
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.
Category
20th Century American Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Arthur Court Aluminum Kudu
By Arthur Court
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Arthur Court sand cast aluminum South African Kudu wall sculpture.
Category
1960s American Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Arthur Court Tall Sculpture of a Gazelle in Polished Aluminum
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice polished aluminum sculpture of a gazelle by Arthur Court. Measure: 60" tall.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
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.
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
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.
Category
20th Century American Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Aluminum Sculpture of a Gazelle Skull by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and dramatic polished aluminum sculpture of a gazelles head is by Arthur Court and it dates to the late 1970s to early 1980s.
Note: The piece has been professionally ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
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...
Category
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Brass
A Charming Frog Pitcher by Arthur Court in Cast Aluminum
By Arthur Court
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A charming frog pitcher by Arthur Court in cast aluminum with jade eyes.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade, Aluminum
Polished Aluminum Chital Deer Skull on Base by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A polished aluminum chital deer skull on an original base by Arthur Court. Skull can be removed from the base and hung on the wall if you prefer.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Arthur Court Polished Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamp
By Arthur Court
Located in Chicago, IL
Back lit, cast aluminum tortoise or turtle shell table lamp by Aurthur Court. Pierced opening surround the shell to let in as well as frame the piece. Mounted on a cast aluminum base...
Category
1970s American Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Arthur Court Copper and Brass Clad Lifesize Turtle Box
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Super rare Turtle box in brass and copper by Arthur Court, 1980's. Wood turtle clad in copper with the shell clad in brass, with lid on its back. Measures ...
Category
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Arthur Court Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Copper
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Arthur Court Butterfly Picture Frame
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Court butterfly picture frame.
Features a cast aluminum frame decorated with butterflies and foliage. Removable back with stand. Signed wit...
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1990s Arthur Court Decorative Objects
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Metal
Arthur Court Copper and Brass Clad Lifesize Turtle Box
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Arthur Court Hedgehog Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
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Hanging Sculpture of a Kudu Antelope Skull by Arthur Court
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Arthur Court Aluminum Walrus Wine Bottle Cooler Ice Bucket
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Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding Arthur Court (1928 - 2015) signed aluminum walrus. A fun bar accessory, wine, or champagne cooler that can be used also as an ice bucket. In the shape of a walrus with an...
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Arthur Court Rabbit Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rabbit box with a cast brass head, arms, and legs over a wood body stamped indistinctly Arthur Court 1976 on a leg.
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Arthur Court Vintage Brass and Teak Acrobatic Frogs Candlesticks, circa 1978
By Arthur Court
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arthur Court vintage brass and teak candlesticks, circa 1978
Pair of playful acrobatic frog candlesticks.
Dimensions 3 3/4" diameter at the base...
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H 7.25 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Organic Sculpture by Arthur Court, Lucite and Brass with Conch and Abalone Shell
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Located in Las Vegas, NV
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Arthur Court Brass and Wood Bird Stash Box
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Court brass and wood bird stash box - the head tilts back to reveal a box to store private items and/or 420. A lovely box and great addition ...
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Arthur Cour Aluminum Cast Leaves Trays
By Arthur Court
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast aluminum palm form dish beautiful detail, signed Arthur Court, dated 1977
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17.5" wide x 10.5" high x 8" deep.
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Arthur Court French Bulldog Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Court French bulldog box - Wooden and brass box with a head for all things private or fancy, from 420 to jewels and love notes.. or perhaps a dog biscuit or two.
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Arthur Court decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Arthur Court decorative objects 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 decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects 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 decorative objects by Jaru, Austin Productions, and Artisan House. Prices for Arthur Court decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $400 and can go as high as $3,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,425.
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Questions About Arthur Court Decorative Objects
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Arthur 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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