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!
Arthur Court Tortoise Lamps
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cast aluminum lamps create a lovely backlit ambience. These are an early pair. They have not been re-polished.
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
Pair of 1970s Tortoise Lamps in Polished Brass by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Pasadena, CA
Early 1970s pair of cast metal tortoise lamps by Arthur Court newly re-plated in polished brass. The lamps are at once whimsical yet striking and masculine. Excellent condition.
Brass
Abstract Sculpture in Polished Aluminum
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this beautiful abstract sculpture crafted in aluminum with a mirror-like polished finish. Undoubtedly a striking decorative piece, it reflects light elegantly an...
Aluminum
Tortoise Shell on Stand Regency Style Specimen Mount
Located in Atlanta, GA
Regency style tortoise shell on stand, American, circa 1960s.
Iron
Pair of 1970s Brass Desk Lamps
Located in GB
A pair of brass desk lamps with adjustable movement in the style of 1920's.
Brass
Pair of Brass Table Lamps by Kosta Belysning, Sweden, 1970s
By Kosta Elarmatur
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Kosta Belysning, Sweden, 1970s.
Brass
Arthur Court Elephant Sculpture Tray Box
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Arthur court elephant sculpture tray box MINT!.
Aluminum
Pair of 1970s Trapezoidal Brass Table Lamps by George Kovacs
By George Kovacs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of modernist table lamps by George Kovacs composed of hollow trapezoidal forms with lower brackets to support the porcelain socket (single socket / lamp). Patina / wear consis...
Brass
$2,895
H 36 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Arthur Jacobs Korina Wood Cylinder Table Lamp for Modeline of California
By Arthur Jacobs, Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Korina Wood, New Linen Shade, Brass Accents ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to...
Brass
1970s Pair of Vintage Brass Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made pair of vintage brass table lamps. They were made in England, they date from around the 1970’s. They are of amazing quality and are a great size. The so...
Brass
1970's Pair of Sleek Polished Brass Ball Lamps by Laurel Lamp Company
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
1970's Sleek pair of ball lamps by Laurel lamp company. The polished brass ball lamps have elongated tapered necks that connect to the Newly rewired adjustable polish brass double c...
Brass
$795
H 34 in W 8 in D 4.5 in
Faux Tortoise Shell Finish Table Lamp by Mutual Sunset Lamp Manufacturing Co.
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in New York, NY
Voguish faux tortoise shell finish table lamp by the noted American manufacturer Mutual Sunset Lamp Manufacturing Company. The lamp is in good original and working condition, clean a...
Metal, Brass
Stunning Pair of Large Brass Table Lamps by Kaiser, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning pair of large brass table lamps by Kaiser, Germany, 1970s It’s composed of three light brown art glass pieces on a brass fram...
Opal
$7,748 / item
H 18.51 in Dm 15.75 in
'Cosmic Solstice Aurum' Table Lamp, Handmade High Polished Brass Table Light
By Eva Menz for Atelier001
Located in London, England
Drawing inspiration from planet-like shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection artfully combines metal properties with a curated selection of patina finishes. Crafted with highly polished, hand-spun brass plates, the Solstice Aurum table light takes shape in a distinctive and gentle silhouette. Softly illuminated by integrated LED elements from within, this table light is complemented by its finely high-polished brass framework, making it a sculptural centrepiece that sits elegantly in both contemporary and vintage-inspired interiors. It’s important to note that each piece is meticulously handmade, ensuring a uniqueness that distinguishes it in its own way. Dimensions: Dia. 40cm (15.75"), height 47cm (18.5") Base dia. 20cm (7.87") Weight: 6kg (13.2lbs) Materials: High polished brass shade...
Brass
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H 25.75 in W 8 in D 8 in
Arthur Court 1970s Polished Aluminum Table Lamps with Twisted Motifs, a Pair
By Arthur Court
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Arthur Court polished aluminum table lamps from circa 1970 with twisted motifs, on lucite bases. This pair of Arthur Court polished aluminum table lamps, dating back to the...
Aluminum
Arthur Court Tortoise Shell Table Lamp in Cast Pewter 'Signed'
By Arthur Court
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mounted illuminated tortoiseshell lamp in cast pewter with bulb at back by Arthur Court, American 1970s (stamped 'Arthur Court Designs' on the back...
Pewter
Arthur Court Shell Candle Sconces
By Arthur Court
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pewter sconces in a nautical theme with a large shell back and stylized sea horses. Stamped Arthur Court.
Pewter
Pair of Cast Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamps by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of cast aluminum tortoise shell lamps by Arthur Court. The cast shells have pierced openings on the outer perimeter of the shell's body. The lamps still maintaining original wir...
Aluminum
Pair of Arthur Court Rock Crystal and Amethyst Lamps
By Arthur Court
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of rock crystal and amethyst lamps, very well formed with metal bases, and quartz finials. Signed Arthur Court on the bases. Newly wired.