Michael Aram

American

Known for his intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares, Michael Aram is something of a throwback in the world of design: a hands-on maker, both artist and artisan. Aram’s idiosyncratic style and the inherent authenticity of each of his handmade designs have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors.

Aram — full name: Michael Aram Wolohojian — was born in Providence, Rhode Island, to a tight-knit Armenian family and grew up in Scarsdale, New York. He studied art in Florence, Italy, and at the Art Students League in New York.

While on a 1989 trip to India, Aram was exposed to metalworking traditions such as sand-casting and hand-forging, and he became entranced with these techniques. He stayed in the country to study metalsmithing and collaborated with local craftsmen on his own designs, and still maintains a workshop in New Delhi.

A few of Aram’s lines are based on simple geometric shapes, but the majority are inspired by nature, in particular trees, flowers and other plant life. Rendered in materials that range from silvered bronze to patinated brass to nickel-plated steel, Aram’s forms for such lines as Sleepy Hollow and Black Orchid are drawn directly from botanical sources. He is likely unusual among contemporary designers for sometimes using the same decorative motif for both furniture and tableware pieces but his works are warm, witty, well-made and unlike any you’ve seen before.

Find Michael Aram serveware, vases and other decorative objects and furniture on 1stDibs.

Average Sold Price

$1,753

Styles

Modern

Materials

Metal

Aluminum

Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Black Granite & Silver Plated 13" x 8" Cheeseboard

$150

H 1 in W 13 in D 8 in

Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Black Granite & Silver Plated 13" x 8" Cheeseboard

By Michael Aram

Located in San Diego, CA

Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Black Granite and Silver-Plated Cheeseboard. The piece is in good condition and measures 13" W x 8" D x 1" H. The Michael Aram Cheese Boards are stunning ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Michael Aram

Materials

Granite, Silver Plate

Large Minimalist Two Tone Brass & Bronze Vase / Candle Holder by Michael Aram

$380Sale Price|20% Off

H 18 in W 11.5 in D 3.75 in

Large Minimalist Two Tone Brass & Bronze Vase / Candle Holder by Michael Aram

By Michael Aram

Located in San Diego, CA

A large minimalist two tone brass and bronze vase / candle holder signed by Michael Aram, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina and measures 11....

Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Michael Aram

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Michael Aram Black Orchid Bowl

$200Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.5 in W 12 in D 9 in

Michael Aram Black Orchid Bowl

By Michael Aram

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Elegant steel bowl features striking nickel-plated handle formed by long twisting stem of flowering orchid draped around the bowl. The dark color and organic, natural, Art Deco style...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Michael Aram

Materials

Stainless Steel

Curtain Rods

$355 / set

H 103 in W 12 in D 2 in

Curtain Rods

By Michael Aram

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Pair of curtain terminals created by the famous designer Michael Aram in the 1990s. They can be combined with the other two silvered ones published. Good price for my business closur...

Category

Late 20th Century American Other Michael Aram

Materials

Brass

Michael Aram “Enchanted Forest” Side Table

$1,895

H 23.5 in Dm 17 in

Michael Aram “Enchanted Forest” Side Table

By Michael Aram

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An original "Enchanted Forest" side table by acclaimed American designer Michael Aram, crafted in 1993 from patinated aluminum. This evocative piece seamlessly blends fine craftsmans...

Category

1990s Michael Aram

Materials

Metal

Gilded Bronze 4 Handles by Michael Aram, Hand-Crafted, USA, 1990s

$177 / set

H 1.58 in W 3.55 in D 0.79 in

Gilded Bronze 4 Handles by Michael Aram, Hand-Crafted, USA, 1990s

By Michael Aram

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

For many years I have been buying Aram's beautiful handles for my furniture, even for the antique one. But now I want to close the business, so I'm putting everything up for liquidat...

Category

1990s American Other Michael Aram

Materials

Bronze

"Golden Ginkgo" Catch All in Box by Michael Aram

$250

H 0.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.75 in

"Golden Ginkgo" Catch All in Box by Michael Aram

By Michael Aram

Located in San Diego, CA

A really cool "Golden Ginkgo" catch all in box by Michael Aram, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 5.25"W x 4.75"D x .75"H. #5024 Michael Aram: ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Michael Aram

Materials

Nickel, Gold Plate

Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Photo Frame, Cast Bronze, India, 1999

$175

H 6 in W 8 in D 4 in

Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Photo Frame, Cast Bronze, India, 1999

By Michael Aram

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Easel Photo Frame with original box. The Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo Collection, including the photo frame, celebrates the representation of flora and...

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Organic Modern Michael Aram

Materials

Bronze

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Michael Aram Sale Prices

Sold Date

Sold Price

Category

Material

Creation Year

2026	$800	Serving Pieces	Shell, Nickel	1990s
2026	$630	Serving Pieces	Sterling Silver, Shell	1990s
2026	$195	Sheffield and Silverplate, Serving Pieces	Silver Plate	20th Century
2025	$110	Picture Frames	Bronze	1999
2025	$7,000	Tableware	Silver Plate	1993

$1,753

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$110-$7,000

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

Michael Aram furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Michael Aram 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 Michael Aram furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Michael Aram were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Albert Paley, Peter Bramhall, and Shlomi Haziza. Prices for Michael Aram furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $145 and can go as high as $3,600, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $623.

Questions About Michael Aram

Is Michael Aram Armenian?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, Michael Aram is Armenian in terms of his ethnic heritage. However, he was born in Providence, Rhode Island, and grew up in Scarsdale, New York. He studied art in Florence, Italy, and at the Art Students League in New York. Explore a collection of Michael Aram furniture on 1stDibs.
What is Michael Aram's real name?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
Michael Aram's real name is Michael Aram Wolohojian. Known for his intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares, he is something of a throwback in the world of design: a hands-on maker, both artist and artisan. Aram’s idiosyncratic style and the inherent authenticity of each of his handmade designs have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Michael Aram furniture, tableware and decorative objects.
Who is Michael Aram?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Michael Aram is a designer of intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares. The Armenian American designer’s idiosyncratic style and the uniqueness of each of his handmade pieces have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors. Made in materials that range from silvered bronze to patinated brass to nickel-plated steel, Aram’s lines, which include Sleepy Hollow and Black Orchid, are inspired by botanical sources. Aram sometimes uses the same decorative motif for both furniture and tableware pieces. Shop a collection of Michael Aram furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Where is Michael Aram manufactured?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Michael Aram is manufactured in Noida, India, a city located about 45 miles from New Delhi. More than 200 skilled artisans work there and produce the brand's home décor and jewelry by hand. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Michael Aram decorative objects.
Where are Michael Aram products made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
Michael Aram products are manufactured in India. The American brand operates its own factory in Noida, a city located about 45 miles from New Delhi, where the brand’s pieces are produced. Explore a range of Michael Aram furniture, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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