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Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

American, 1923-1985

Though much of Arthur Umanoff's furniture is marked by a no-frills simplicity common in American mid-century modern design, his work is anything but one-note. Over the course of a prolific career, Umanoff designed everything from case pieces to candleholders to magazine racks to dining chairs in iron, leather, walnut, wicker and more. With furnishings for a broad range of manufacturers throughout the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and early ’80s, Umanoff continued a thread of sculptural elegance and textural sensitivity through his designs.

After graduating from Pratt Institute in the early 1950s, Umanoff experimented mostly with wood furniture before landing a job at Post Modern Ltd, a New York manufacturer of wrought-iron furniture. There he produced furnishings that married wrought iron with wood and plastic, creating functional pieces free of utilitarian bulkiness.

Umanoff continued his experimentation with mixed materials through a partnership with Shaver Howard, for whom he designed wine racks in combinations of iron, leather and wicker.

When Shaver Howard bought Boyeur Scott, Umanoff conceived several furniture designs for the brand, including the 1964 Granada collection, whose curlicue iron bases, visible through glass tops, stand out as some of his most ornate and decorative work. Indeed, much of Umanoff’s oeuvre is far more simplistic, like iron-and-pine armchairs for The Elton Co. or low-backed, slatted-seat barstools with slender iron legs for Raymor.

Umanoff was fluent, too, in the more sumptuous modernism of the era: In the mid-1960s, he designed the 2405 and 4449 armchairs for Madison Furniture Industries. Popular in offices, the walnut-framed, leather-upholstered seats, which could have been mistaken for the seductive Scandinavian modern seating of the era, were reportedly the jumping-off point for Captain Kirk’s iconic seat on Star Trek.

Even as he is among the mid-century modern designers you may not know, with work across such a range of styles and manufacturers (most no longer in business), Umanoff, who died in 1985, leaves a legacy that is fascinatingly diverse and at times enticingly elusive, making his work intriguing objects for collectors.

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Creator: Arthur Umanoff
1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff
1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff

1970s Howard Miller zebrawood and chrome wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Phoenix, AZ

1970s Howard Miller wall clock model 616 designed by Arthur Umanoff Associates. “Zebrawood” veneer (described as “Leriex rosewood veneer” in the 1975/1976 catalog), chrome frame and hour marks, and original George Nelson hands. 13.5” round, 2.75” deep. The clock matches the well known Peter Protzman desk...

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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Chrome

1970s Howard Miller Wall Clock designed by Arthur Umanoff Zebra Wood & Chrome
1970s Howard Miller Wall Clock designed by Arthur Umanoff Zebra Wood & Chrome

1970s Howard Miller Wall Clock designed by Arthur Umanoff Zebra Wood & Chrome

By George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff, Irving Harper, Howard Miller

Located in Miami, FL

This 1970s mid-century modern wall clock, designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller, features a striking Zebra Wood veneer, a polished chrome frame, and original George Nelson-style hands, making it a highly collectible decorative piece. The clock is model 616, created by Arthur Umanoff Associates in the 1970s for Howard Miller. It showcases a Zebra Wood veneer, referred to in the 1975/1976 Howard Miller catalog as "Leriex rosewood veneer," combined with chrome accents including the frame and hour markers. The hands are the original George Nelson-style metal hands, reflecting Umanoff’s mid-century modern aesthetic. This design harmonizes with other Vintage Retro Furniture pieces from the era, such as Peter Protzman desks...

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Arthur Umanoff Bowl
Arthur Umanoff Bowl

Arthur Umanoff Bowl

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Miami, FL

1 Arthur Umanoff Bowl, more Umanoff pieces available.

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1960s Haitian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Wood

Arthur Umanoff Tray
Arthur Umanoff Tray

Arthur Umanoff Tray

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Miami, FL

Arthur Umanoff Tray

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1960s Haitian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Wood

1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock
1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock

1970s Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller wall clock

By Arthur Umanoff, Herman Miller

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller 1970s wall clock, model #588. Made of a walnut case, original red back, brushed aluminum clock face, brass Roman nu...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Giant Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff in Walnut
Giant Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff in Walnut

Giant Magazine Rack by Arthur Umanoff in Walnut

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A striking example of Arthur Umanoff’s mid-century modern craftsmanship, this handsome “Big Boy” magazine rack stands just under 31” and features the designer’s signature architectur...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller
Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller

Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Rosewood Square Desk Clock for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Troy, MI

Arthur Umanoff model 645 alarm clock for Howard Miller circa late 1960s Rosewood case with aluminum dial on a black background Plug in electric movement with black hour and minute ha...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Arthur Umanoff Round Walnut Spindle Wastepaper Basket, Circa 1960
Arthur Umanoff Round Walnut Spindle Wastepaper Basket, Circa 1960

Arthur Umanoff Round Walnut Spindle Wastepaper Basket, Circa 1960

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Bainbridge, NY

American Mid Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Walnut Spindle Paper Can, Trash Basket. Circular Walnut spindle surround with Off-White enameled liner can for ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Metal

Arthur Umanoff Tray Mahogany
Arthur Umanoff Tray Mahogany

Arthur Umanoff Tray Mahogany

By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Vintage Stationmaster 611 Oak Wall Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A perfectly designed mid-century modern wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for powerhouse clock maker Howard Miller. The model 611 Stationmaster has a round solid oak case, white face wit...

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Arthur Umanoff Iron and Rattan Floor Candelabrum
Arthur Umanoff Iron and Rattan Floor Candelabrum

Arthur Umanoff Iron and Rattan Floor Candelabrum

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in New York, NY

Wrought iron and woven rattan curved candelabrum designed by Arthur Umanoff, circa 1950.

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Arthur Umanoff Canoe Bowl, Wood, Mid-Century Modern, Haiti, 1963
Arthur Umanoff Canoe Bowl, Wood, Mid-Century Modern, Haiti, 1963

Arthur Umanoff Canoe Bowl, Wood, Mid-Century Modern, Haiti, 1963

By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Arthur Umanoff large center bowl, Taverneau canoe bowl produced in Haiti and retailed through Raymor. Has a couple dings but overall still very nice! great scale and size!

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Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s
Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s

Arthur Umanoff Wall Clock Model 557, Walnut & Aluminum, 1970s

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A sculptural marvel from the Meridian line, this Howard Miller Model 557 wall clock was designed by Arthur Umanoff in the 1970s. Its form—coffin-shaped and hand-crafted in warm walnu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Sculpted Mahogany Center Bowl Arthur Umanoff For Raymore
Sculpted Mahogany Center Bowl Arthur Umanoff For Raymore

Sculpted Mahogany Center Bowl Arthur Umanoff For Raymore

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Toledo, OH

Hand crafted mahogany center bowl with original sticker. Made in Haiti. Very minor wear. 34" long x 10" wide x 4" tall.

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Mid-20th Century Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Mahogany

Arthur Umanoff Taverneau Collection Divided Tray for Raymor
Arthur Umanoff Taverneau Collection Divided Tray for Raymor

Arthur Umanoff Taverneau Collection Divided Tray for Raymor

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Diego, CA

An original hand-carved divided serving tray from the celebrated Taverneau Collection, designed by Arthur Umanoff and distributed by Raymor. Crafted in Haiti from richly grained Tave...

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Mid-20th Century Haitian Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Carved Taverneau Bowl in Style of Arthur Umanoff, Mid Century Modern
Carved Taverneau Bowl in Style of Arthur Umanoff, Mid Century Modern

Carved Taverneau Bowl in Style of Arthur Umanoff, Mid Century Modern

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage asymmetrical carved wooden bowl was hand made in Haiti from Taverneau, also known as Caribbean Walnut or False Tamarind, a durable tropical hardwood with a golden hue. It is...

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Mid-20th Century Haitian Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Mid Century Wrought Iron and Rattan Candlestick by Umanoff for Raymor c 1950s
Mid Century Wrought Iron and Rattan Candlestick by Umanoff for Raymor c 1950s

Mid Century Wrought Iron and Rattan Candlestick by Umanoff for Raymor c 1950s

By Arthur Umanoff, Raymor

Located in New York, NY

Rare floor model candelabra designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1950s. The four arm candle features a wrought iron structure, with wicker weaving. This example is in excelle...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Rare Arthur Umanoff Candelabra
Rare Arthur Umanoff Candelabra

Rare Arthur Umanoff Candelabra

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A super rare six-light candelabra by Arthur Umanoff, a celebrated American designer known for his ability to blend modernist form with handcrafted, natural materials. This sculptural...

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1950s American Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron with Cane Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff C1965
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron with Cane Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff C1965

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron with Cane Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff C1965

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic three arm iron Candelabra with cane wrapped base along with the candle arms at the top. Paint is original and in fabulous condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron

Arthur Umanoff Candelabrum in Teal
Arthur Umanoff Candelabrum in Teal

Arthur Umanoff Candelabrum in Teal

$1,400Sale Price|36% Off

Arthur Umanoff Candelabrum in Teal

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A striking and large-scale sculptural candelabrum by celebrated American designer Arthur Umanoff, featuring a wrought iron frame finished in its original teal enamel—a rare and sough...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron, Enamel

Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack
Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack

Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Simple, sculptural design. Presented in As-Found condition.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Four Candle Candelabra in Wrought Iron and Cane by Arthur Umanoff, 1950s
Four Candle Candelabra in Wrought Iron and Cane by Arthur Umanoff, 1950s

Four Candle Candelabra in Wrought Iron and Cane by Arthur Umanoff, 1950s

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Kansas City, MO

Completely original four branch table top candelabra / candle holder designed by Arthur Umanoff. Very good original condition. No breaks in the can portion. Some areas of discolorati...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron

Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron + Rattan Floor Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff
Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron + Rattan Floor Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff

Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron + Rattan Floor Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Kensington, MD

- This single Wrough Iron floor candelabrum by Arthur Umanoff has four candle stems forming a double “U”, the outer two of which are wrapped in cane. - The base is composed of an ups...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron

Pair of Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron+ Rattan Floor Candelabras by Arthur Umanoff
Pair of Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron+ Rattan Floor Candelabras by Arthur Umanoff

Pair of Hard-to-come-by Wrought Iron+ Rattan Floor Candelabras by Arthur Umanoff

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Kensington, MD

Pair of Wrought Iron candelabra with rattan detailing. Iconic design by Arthur Umanoff from the 1950s. 3 tall, elongated stems have a wrapping of rattan at the neck just below the ca...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Iron

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Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller
Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller

Vintage Swing Timer 923 Wall Clock by George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fantastic and rare Mid-Century Modern wall clock (model 923 from the Swing Timer collection) designed by Arthur Umanoff for George Nelson Associates for Howard Miller. A plastic ca...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Metal

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock
Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock

Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Walnut Desk Clock

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Oakland, CA

Desk clock by American industrial designer Arthur Umanoff (1923-1985) stylized walnut case with a aluminum face and black painted hands and numerals, this clock has hour, minute and ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller
Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller

Mid Century Walnut Arthur Umanoff Meridian Pendulum Wall Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage Meridian wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller in walnut, circa 1970s. This piece features a coffin shaped wood case and an inset orange backdrop accented with a brass...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Aluminum, Brass

Iconic 1950s Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Modern Five Arm Candleabra
Iconic 1950s Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Modern Five Arm Candleabra

Iconic 1950s Arthur Umanoff Mid-Century Modern Five Arm Candleabra

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a very cool rattan and wrought iron five- arm candlabra. Some of the rattan has wear and has broken off but we don't think the broken rattan dulls its elegance or functionali...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Stationmaster #611 Round Natural Oak Wall Clock Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller

Located in Topeka, KS

Marvelous vintage Stationmaster #611 round natural oak wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller clocks. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There is a scratch in the paint on the face where the hour hand touched at some point. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970-1980’s. “If I could turn back time…. If I could find a way” … Oh Cher, you can. And we are here to help you set, keep, or turn back time in Arthur Umanoff and Howard Miller Style!!! Look at this AWESOME modern vintage Stationmaster #611 round natural oak wall clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller Clocks!! It is comprised of a gorgeous round solid natural oak case surrounding a white dial which features black Roman numerals and a red sweep and second hand. Perfect detail!! Some of these clocks have the Howard Miller label at the bottom of the dial and others, (like ours) at the top of the dial. This is just attributed to a change in production over time. This beauty is going to look phenomenal on the wall in your study or home office, living room, dining room, bedroom, in the hall… honestly, it has a classic, timeless design, so this wall clock will look wonderful blended with ANY style, in ANY room you choose. It is a fabulous, functioning timepiece, with an excellence only the combination that iconic designer Arthur Umanoff and elite manufacturer Howard Miller can create. Alright, clock’s ticking!! Time to decide… you know you need this fabulous wall clock… tick tock, tick tock, tick tock…… Arthur Umanoff (1923-1985), a Pratt and American School of Design graduate, was a fabulous and prolific mid-century modern and modern designer during the mid-late 20th century. He began his career in 1952 at The Elton Company. His designs include a wide range of décor items as well as furniture which focused for a time on fun bars and barstools and a variety of patio pieces in wrought iron and wood and laminates. Some of the companies he designed for include Shaver Howard, Washington Woodcraft, Howard Miller, Contemporary Shells, Cavalier Corporation, and Arleigh to name just a few. His designs are widely sought after today. Howard Miller was founded in 1926 and is still family owned in it’s third generation. Starting in 1947, the Howard Miller Clock Company produced scores of modern wall clocks and table clocks designed by George Nelson Associates. At that time, Nelson was Director of Design at Herman Miller Furniture Company. They also produced Nelson's "Bubble Lighting" through the late 1970s, eventually selling the business in the early 1980s. Howard Miller Clock Company also produced other Nelson Associates products; spice cabinets, pull-down wall mounted vanities and desks, a vertical hanging vinyl strip system called "Ribbon Wall”, a complete line of fireplace tools, and other hanging lighting. One of the last series of modern clocks were the "Swing Timers", a group of at least 18 inexpensive all plastic clocks produced in the late 1960s & designed by Arthur Umanoff Associates. Umanoff also designed Plexiglas floor and wall clocks, a series of wood clocks called "Natural Classics", and "Day Timers" which were plastic wall clocks with day and dates. Nathan George Horwitt designed the "Museum Clock...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Arthur Umanoff Decorative Objects

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Metal

Arthur Umanoff decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Arthur Umanoff 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 Umanoff decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Arthur Umanoff were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Gordon & Jane Martz, Dorothy Thorpe, and Marshall Studios. Prices for Arthur Umanoff decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $285 and can go as high as $2,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,400.