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Karl Springer Furniture

American, German, 1931-1991

The Berlin-born, New York–based designer Karl Springer brought a chic, high-fashion sensibility to his coffee tables, mirrors, Lucite lamps and other furnishings. During his heyday in the 1970s, Springer’s work was a favorite of the glamour set, who enjoyed the novelty of pieces finished in rich and striking materials that ranged from exotic hides and skins to lacquer and chromed metal.

In a sense, Springer was a pre-postmodernist. Much as the dull, safe, corporate sameness of late 20th-century modernism prompted Ettore Sottsass, Michael Graves and others to explore new and provocative structures and materials in design and architecture, so, too, was Springer driven to enliven his creations with fresh and alluring energy and sleekness.

Springer came to New York in the late 1950s and found work arranging window displays at the department store Lord & Taylor. He had studied bookbinding in Germany, and, using his meticulous skills, he began crafting desk accessories wrapped in leather as a sideline. These pieces were sold in luxury stores like Bergdorf Goodman and drew a sophisticated clientele that included the Duchess of Windsor.

By 1965, Springer had established his own Manhattan atelier. It was Pierre Scapula, decorator to Jackie and Aristotle Onassis, who spotted Springer's disco-era Onassis chairs — which didn't yet have a name — first commissioned for a private residence in Acapulco, on the floor of the designer’s East 61st Street showroom. Jackie ordered barstools for the couple’s yacht, the Christina O, and dining chairs for their house on the Greek mainland.

At the time of his death, Springer had showrooms as far afield as Los Angeles, Tokyo and Munich.

The chairs, tables, credenzas and other furniture forms Springer created are generally simple, but substantial, and often have robust, rounded lines. The appeal of his work lies in Springer's insistence on exacting construction and, above all, his eye for unusual materials and finishes.

Springer employed Lucite, brass, and gunmetal along with chromed and polished steel, and revived exquisite finishes rarely seen since the days of Art Deco masters such as Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean-Michel Frank: shagreen (a type of sharkskin), python, goatskin, bone, horn, and lacquered parchment, as well as fabrics that include batik prints. Made of such materials, Springer’s work is by its very nature flamboyant and eye-catching: a suite of pieces will astonish, and an artfully placed side table in exotic hide will add a surprising spark.

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Creator: Karl Springer
Wall-Mounted "Round Leg Console Table" by Karl Springer (signed)
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Round leg console table", wall-mounted in copper and gunmetal with inset smoked glass top, by Karl Springer, American, 1980s (signed on side "...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Copper

Italian Scavo Murano Glass Candlestick by Karl Springer for Seguso
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s glamorous Italian Scavo Murano glass candlestick designed by Karl Springer for Seguso. Constructed of rough texture amber and clear M...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Murano Glass

Karl Springer Set of 4 Candle Holders in Travertine and Brass 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of 4 candle holders in tessellated stalactite travertine and polished brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's (retains original showroom labels on bottoms). This set ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Travertine, Brass

Karl Springer Stunning Mirror in Python and Black Lizard, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted mirror with frame in black lizard with interior and exterior edges wrapped in python with beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror exemplifie...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Mirror, Lizard, Python, Wood

Karl Springer "Bullet Up Light" in Gold-Tinted Brass 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Bullet Up Light" in gold-tinted brass with honeycomb diffuser by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This accent light is a chic additional to any room. ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Karl Springer Hinged Box in Brown and Black Cobra, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Hinged box covered in brown and black cobra with interior covered in moiré silk by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are superb.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres" 1980s
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of large illuminating hand-blown “Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres” with scavo finish and uplights inside by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Karl Springer Contemporary American Stacked Clear Lucite Benches
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Contemporary rectangular benches constructed from stacked clear lucite in graduating and descending sizes. (KARL SPRINGER)(PRICED AS Pair) Some wear and scuffs to l...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Pair of Karl Springer Chrome & Brass Postmodern Candle Holders
By Karl Springer
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A rare pair of chrome and brass candlestick holders / candelabras by influential, important & renowned 20th Century German born American designer Karl Springer, circa 1985. Beautiful...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer "Athena Pedestal" in Chrome with Brass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Athena Pedestal" in polished chrome with inset brass channel by Karl Springer, American, 1980s. Springer loved to mix metals in luxurious ways. This pedestal exemplifies that.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer American Mid-Century Lemon Yellow Python Skin Jewelry Box
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century Lemon Yellow Python Skin Jewelry Box (KARL SPRINGER)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Animal Skin

Karl Springer Burl Olivewood Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Karl Springer burl olivewood coffee table. The table has cylindrical shaped legs with polished chrome mounts.
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Chrome

White Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamp by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s White acrylic and polish chrome table lamp by Karl Springer. Newly rewired and new shade. It takes two 75w max Edison light bulbs.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Iconic Hinged Box in Yellow Cobra, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Iconic sculptured box in yellow cobra, piano hinged with interior in suede, by Karl Springer, American 1970s. The craftsmanship on this box is simply superb.
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Karl Springer Stunning Octagonal Mirror in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Octagonal wall-hanging mirror in lacquered goatskin with darker lacquered goatskin edge by Karl Springer, American 1970's (Karl Springer leather label on back reads “Karl Springer LT...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Goatskin, Mirror, Wood, Lacquer

Karl Springer Rare Antique Gold Leaf and Lucite Torchere, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare torchere in antique gold leaf with lucite accents at top and bottom by Karl Springer, American 1980s. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with brown silk cord and new foot swich. The ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Pair of Nightstands / Side Tables with Drawer by Karl Springer, 1970s.
By Karl Springer
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pari of Karl Springer bed side tables / night stands / end tables with drawer. Wood cases with ink. New glass inserts. Very good condition and ready to use
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Set of 3 Karl Springer Midcentury Venetian Amber Scavo Glass Candlestick by Segu
By Karl Springer, Seguso
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 3 Karl Springer Midcentury Venetian Scavo Glass Candlesticks with Amber tops and White bases (SEGUSO)
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20th Century Italian Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Glass

Karl Springer "Marmol Style Mirror" in Black Leather and Bronze 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large "Marmol Style Mirror" with frame covered in black leather with bronze accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's (Karl Springer label on back). This mirror is beautifully made a...
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1980s North American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Karl Springer American Clear Scavo Prototype Glass Candlesticks
By Karl Springer, Seguso
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Karl Springer Mid-Century Clear Scavo Glass Column Candlesticks with a frosted base (SEGUSO)
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Glass

Karl Springer "Bristol Side Table" in Black Cobra 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Artisan crafted "Bristol Side Table" in black cobra with drawer by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with metal label in drawer "Karl Springer"). This table is meticulously craf...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin, Wood, Glass

Pair of Three-Light Wall Sconces
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Three-Light Wall Sconces
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal

3 Mid-Century Continental Karl Springer GoatSkin Pedestal End Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
3 Mid-Century American beige goat skin pedestal / end table bases) with a rounded front and flat back (PRICED EACH) (KARL SPRINGER) (1 identical in Florida showroom-REG4050A; similar...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Animal Skin

Karl Springer American Mid-Century Lucite FLoor Lamp with Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century lucite square top table with a floor lamp center post (KARL SPRINGER)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Karl Springer Large Wall Hanging Mirror in Cobra and Hippo Suede 1987 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large and impressive artisan wall hanging mirror in brown cobra trimmed with hippopotamus suede edges with beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1987 (signed with label on back t...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin, Mirror, Wood

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Onyx Tables" with Beveled Bronze Glass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of "Onyx Tables" in polished gold-tinted brass with beveled bronze glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's. All elements of the metal base curve and thus cannot be mad...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass

Karl Springer Rare Mounted Magnifying Lens, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare adjustable magnifying lens with beautifully crafted mount in polished chrome and brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The mixed metal gives it a truly bespoke look.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Superbly Crafted End Table in Brass with Zebra Wood Top, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
"Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in mirror polished brass with double book matched zebra wood top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted and is a fine ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass

Karl Springer Rare "Regency Armchair" in Stainless Steel and Brass 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare and beautifully made "Regency Armchair" in polished stainless steel and brass backrest with upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The quality and materials used in...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Karl Springer "Spun Shaped Torchere" in Gunmetal and Brass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare artisan made "Spun Shaped Torchere" in gunmetal and gold-tinted brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The quality of the craftsmanship is off the charts. Reference: Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s in the section “lighting” on page 11...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Gold, Brass, Nickel

Pair of Karl Springer Ottoman with Grey Faux Shagreen Upholstery
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous pair of Karl Springer ottomans, embodying the designer's signature blend of luxury and playful sophistication. These ottomans feature ...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Clear Murano Glass Candleholder by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1980s hand blown Murano glass candleholder designed by Karl Springer. Hand signed by Karl Springer (see detail photos). Measuremen...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Karl Springer Octagonal Mirror in Ivory Lacquer with Chrome Accents, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
8 Sided mirror with custom artisan ivory lacquer and polished chrome accents by Karl Springer, American, 1970s. The mirror is beveled. A classic Springer design. Reference: Karl ...
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1970s North American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Chrome

Rare Karl Springer Leather and Metal Stool
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Karl Springer leather and metal stool. Has a red leather seat and metal base.
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1970s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Metal

Karl Springer Large "Molding Mirror" Covered in Black Cobra, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large "Molding Mirror" in black cobra by Karl Springer, American, 1970's. Mirror is beveled. This piece is meticulously crafted in the finest materials.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin, Glass, Wood

Karl Springer "Round Leg Coffee Table" with Artisan Glass Top, 1980s, 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind "round leg coffee table" in gunmetal and chrome with artisan glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom stretcher “Karl Springer”). Hand-etched circu...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Karl Springer "Half Round Molding Mirror" in Hippo Suede 1977 'Signed and Dated'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large wall-hanging "Half Round Molding Mirror" covered in hippopotamus suede by Karl Springer, American 1977 (signed on back “Karl Springer 1977”). Mirror is beveled. It is one of th...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Animal Skin, Glass, Wood

Karl Springer Rare Adjustable Magnifying Lens in Polished Chrome 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare adjustable magnifying lens with beautifully crafted mount in polished chrome by Karl Springer, American 1980's.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Karl Springer "Sculpture" Side Tables in Sandstone
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a rare pair of "Sculpture" tables in sandstone, bronze and glass, 12 inch diameter base By Karl Springer.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Sandstone, Bronze

Mid-Century Continental Karl Springer GoatSkin Pedestal End Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American beige goat skin pedestal / end table base) with a rounded front and flat back (KARL SPRINGER) (3 identical REG4050 and similar oval...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Pair of Brass and Gunmetal Table Lamps by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare pair of gunmetal and brass table lamps design by Karl Pringer in the 1980s. It’s rare to find this as lamps, they are usually candlesticks. They have been newly rewired with n...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Polish Stainless Steel Wastebasket by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous 1980’s solid polish stainless steel wastebasket by Karl Springer. Out of a Steve Chase designed estate. We also have one available in pol...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Large-Scale Leather and Brass Ottoman by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large-scale leather and heavy brass ottoman designed by Karl Springer. Newly reupholster in a distressed gray leather. The round heavy brass bottom has hidden wheels, making movi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Tessellated Stone Mirror Labeled
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Karl Springer tessellated stone mirror with a nice bevel. The mirror is quite substantial with a deep angle as it is almost 3 inch...
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1970s Philippine Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Bone, Mirror

Pair Rare Karl Springer Onyx Top and Brass End Tables
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rare oval onyx brass side tables by Karl Springer. Heavy brass tables with an onyx beveled insert top. One table is slightly taller and wider. Taller: 17.75H x 17.25W x 15D....
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1970s Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Onyx, Brass

Sleek Karl Springer Style Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Waterfall coffee table with a faux marble finish.
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1960s Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Marble

Karl Springer Lighthouse Tablelamp
By Karl Springer
Located in Munich, Bavaria
‘Lighthouse’ table lamp designed by Karl Springer. This cone shaped lamp is covered by Pale Blue Shagreen with brass details.  
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20th Century American Karl Springer Furniture

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Shagreen

Monumental "Saturn" Mirror by Karl Springer, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Pasadena, CA
Enormous "Saturn" mirror in bevelled glass by Karl Springer, 1980s. Minor age appropriate wear (see photos) that in no way detracts from the striking and impressive quality of this m...
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1980s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Mirror

Karl Springer "Sculpture Leg" Table in Coral, Brass and Glass, USA, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Karl Springer iconic "Sculpture Table" in rare coral veneer with polished brass cap mounting thick cantilevered glass top. This chic architectural side table in coral veneer is a ver...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Coral, Brass

Set of Three Gold Leaf Brass and Chrome Candlesticks by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous set of three gold leaf brass and chrome candlesticks design by renowned American designer Karl Springer in the 1980s. The gold leaf brass finish is very unusual as they a...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Important Python Skin Covered Rectangular Mirror by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Montreal, QC
Important python skin covered rectangular mirror by Karl Springer , bearing painted brass manufacturer's label to reverse ‘Karl Springer’. With authentication from Tom Langevin, form...
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1970s American Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Animal Skin

Rare Large Karl Springer Bronzed Dressing Table/ Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
This iconic large Karl Springer Art Deco inspired vanity make-up mirror dates to the 1970s-1980s. Made from stainless steel and bronzed finish brass,...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Karl Springer Lucite Floor Lamp, 1970
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Karl Springer Lucite floor lamp, circa 1970. Chrome base.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Gold Karl Springer Vanity Mirror
By Karl Springer
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karl Springer (American, 1931-1989); Karl Springer Ltd. (USA) Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent Materials: chromed metal, brass, mirrored glass...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Karl Springer Furniture

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Rare Karl Springer Signed Faux Crocodile Desk or Dining Table
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous signed Karl Springer dining table of white faux crocodile leather with chrome accents. Bearing wood Karl Springer Ltd plaque on underside. Provenance: From a private Tex...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Karl Springer Pedestals
By Karl Springer
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These two beautiful crafted pedestal which have been produced by Karl Spinger Ltd., have a Anigre- Wood Veneer and the base and top is covered in dark Lea...
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20th Century American Karl Springer Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Karl Springer, Chinese Curved Back Chair, USA, c. 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in North Miami, FL
This documented rare chair by Karl Springer, found in his catalogue of original creations, is made of chrome-plated steel, brass and lucite. The seat cushion is upholstered in a fine...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Vintage Solid Lucite Karl Springer Greek Column Table Lamp
By Karl Springer
Located in Doraville, GA
A solid lucite Greek column table lamp with chrome hardware designed by Karl Springer, probably from the mid 1980's. As with all of Karl Springer designs, the lamp has top quality co...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Springer Furniture

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Lucite

Karl Springer furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Karl Springer 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 Karl Springer furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 596 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 7 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Karl Springer were created in the modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles Hollis Jones, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Widdicomb Furniture Co.. Prices for Karl Springer furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $428 and can go as high as $75,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,500.
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