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!
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...
Aluminum
$140Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Aluminum
Arthur Court Designs Retailed Massive Quartz Specimen from Hangtown Mother Lode
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We were delighted to find this magnificent sculpture at a local Palm Springs Estate. The original owners purchased this beauty from Arthur Court Designs showroom in San Francisco in ...
Quartz, Steel
$225Sale Price|40% Off
Rare Arthur Court Handcarved Folkart Rabbit Wall Hook Coat Holder
By Arthur Court
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Arthur Court Designs is renowned for blending elegance with nature-inspired motifs. Known for his intricate aluminum serve ware, his 1980s hand-carved wood pieces are rare and showca...
Wood
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...
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.
Metal
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.
Jade, Aluminum
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Aluminum
Arthur Court Elephant Sculpture Tray Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Arthur court elephant sculpture tray box MINT!.
Aluminum
Arthur Court Agate Geode Sculpture on Brass Stand, Mid-Century Modern
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Court Geode, Agate, Mineral, Brass, Signed. Signed. Small scale agate geode displayed on a brass "Medium Mini-Claw" stand. Sold with the original ...
Agate, Brass
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.
Aluminum
Arthur Court, Vintage tall aluminum sculpture of a gazelle
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 1980s aluminum sculpture of a gazelle head with horns… Very well executed in very good condition… A dramatic sculpture with a striking design…
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.
Metal
$556Sale Price / set|20% Off
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...
Brass
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.
Metal
$463Sale Price|61% Off
Vintage Bronze Dog Puppies Paperweight By Arthur Court 1979 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 C. 1979. This is a rare piece. He rarely did his work in bronze. It retains the original darkened patina and has not been polished nor will be. It has weight, interest and makes a fabulous desk accessory. Love this small...
Bronze
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
Brass
Asian Japanese Red Lacquered Footed Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage Japanese shallow footed bowl in red lacquer with gold calligraphy design. This beautiful lacquerware were made to serve foods during elaborate banquet. Great decorative...
Lacquer, Paint
Gorgeous Highly Polished Rainbow Obsidian Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous highly polished rainbow obsidian paperweight, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good condition with wonderful colors and measures 6.25"W 4....
Stone
Sawtooth fish bill
By Fish Design
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a almost perfect sawtooth fish bill mounted on a black wood stand. All 44 teeth are intact ! Beautiful specimen
Animal Skin
$488
H 7.29 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
Rare Hertwig Katzhutte Germany Pair Parakeet Porcelain Figurine Ornament
By Hertwig & Co.
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Ceramic Pair Budgerigars by Hertwig Katzhütte Colorful ceramic pair of budgerigars or parakeets, made by german manufacturer Hertwig Katzhüt...
Porcelain
Carl Auböck Model #5371 'Heart' Polished Nickel Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Auböck Model #5371 'Heart' Polished Nickel Paperweight Designed in the 1950s, this beautifully refined Viennese paperweight is hand-fabricated in polished nickel-plated brass b...
Nickel, Brass
$2,672
H 5.91 in Dm 7.88 in
Lalique Igor Caviar Bowl Fish Foot Frosted and Clear Crystal Glass, France
By Lalique
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, A collector’s item made by Lalique in France. This is a caviar bowl called "Igor", made of clear and frosted crystal. The bowl is held by fishes as the foot. ...
Crystal
Vintage Onyx Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian spherical onyx desk paperweight, in natural neutral hues / Made in Italy circa 1970s Measures: diameter 4 inches Order reference #: FABIOLTD G178 This piece makes for...
Onyx
$275
H 2.5 in W 3 in D 5.5 in
Vintage Art Deco Solid Aluminum "High Roller" Dice Paperweight Sculpture, 1950's
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Solid Aluminum "High Roller" Dice Paperweight Sculpture, Attributed to Edgar Brandt, 1950's "in good vintage as found condition"
Aluminum
$455Sale Price|30% Off
H 1.25 in W 7.5 in D 5.5 in
Vintage Polished Grey Agate Geode Paperweight, 20th Century Decor
Located in New York, NY
A substantial polished natural agate/geode/onyx decorative object in shades of grey and white. Piece can be used as a decorative piece for a shelf, table, desk, etc., or as a display...
Quartz, Agate
Vintage Marquis Waterford Red Tango Footed Modern Bowl
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Marquis Waterford Red 8" Tango Footed Modern bowl. Item features circa mid to late 20th century. Measurements: 5.5" H x 8" W x 8" D.
Glass
Arthur Court Elephant Sculpture Tray Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Arthur court elephant sculpture tray box MINT!.
Aluminum
Carl Auböck Model #5371 'Heart' Polished Brass Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Auböck Model #5371 'Heart' Polished Brass Paperweight Designed in the 1950s, this beautifully refined Viennese paperweight is hand-fabricated in polished brass by Werkstätte Ca...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Arthur Court Gazelle Floor or Wall Sculpture
By Arthur Court
Located in Fulton, CA
A polished aluminum floor or wall sculpture of a gazelle by Arthur Court. Cast aluminum skull and antlers mounted to a base. Can be displayed as a wall sculpture as base detaches to ...
Aluminum
Sold
H 38 in W 10 in D 7 in
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...
Aluminum
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...
Bronze
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....
Aluminum
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...
Metal
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 ...
Brass, Copper
Arthur Court Hedgehog Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A whimsical polished aluminum hedgehog box by Arthur Court with carnelian eyes. Signed on base.
Carnelian, Aluminum
Hanging Sculpture of a Kudu Antelope Skull by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This Kudu skull sculpture by Arthur Court is casted in aluminum. It has a a bracket on the back for a wall mount. It is stamped, " made in Mexico" on the re...
Aluminum
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...
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.
Pewter
Arthur Court Aluminum Walrus Wine Bottle Cooler Ice Bucket
By Arthur Court
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...
Stone, Carnelian, Brass, Metal, Aluminum
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.
Brass