The Peninsula side table in metal and glass, was originally designed in 1982 by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano. Peter Shire is a Los Angeles artist. Shire was born in the Echo Park...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire

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Metal

Table 'Brazil' by Peter Shire, Memphis Milano, 1981

$18,665

H 28.35 in W 79.93 in D 31.5 in

Table 'Brazil' by Peter Shire, Memphis Milano, 1981

By Peter Shire, Memphis Milano

Located in Berlin, DE

The 'Brazil' table was created in 1981 by designer Peter Shire for the Italian brand Memphis Milano. It stands out with its striking asymmetrical silhouette and bright colors.

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Peter Shire

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Wood

Big Sur Wooden Couch, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

$35,810 / item

H 37.8 in W 82.68 in D 28.35 in

Big Sur Wooden Couch, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Peter Shire, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The Big Sur couch is made out of 100% wool, and the structure is in lacquered wood. The couch was originally designed in 1986 by Peter Shire for Memphis M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire

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Wool, Wood

Brazil Side Table, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

$15,650 / item

H 28.35 in W 80.71 in D 31.5 in

Brazil Side Table, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Memphis Group, Peter Shire

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The Brazil side and console table in lacquered wood, was originally designed in 1981 by Peter Shire. Peter Shire is a Los Angeles artist. Shire was born in the Echo Park district o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire

Materials

Wood

Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano

$7,780 / item

H 15.75 in W 13.39 in D 19.69 in

Anchorage Silver Plated Brass Teapot, by Peter Shire from Memphis Milano

By Memphis Milano, Peter Shire

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The anchorage teapot, was originally designed by Peter Shire in 1982. The Teapot is in brass with plated silver, and is also available in solid 925 silver. Prices may vary for the st...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire

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Brass, Silver

Hollywood Steel Coffee Table, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

$7,670 / item

H 22.84 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

Hollywood Steel Coffee Table, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Peter Shire, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The Hollywood laminated and lacquered steel coffee table, designed in 1983 by Peter Shire. Peter Shire is a Los Angeles artist. Shire was born in the Echo Park district of Los Angel...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Peter Shire

Materials

Steel

Peter Shire ceramic/pottery bowl, " Splatter" pattern / design , signed dated .

$500

H 5.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Peter Shire ceramic/pottery bowl, " Splatter" pattern / design , signed dated .

By Peter Shire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very nice and traditional work by the well known Los Angeles Artis Peter Shire.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Peter Shire

Materials

Ceramic

'Cairo' Chair by Peter Shire, 2018

$25,000

H 60.25 in W 40 in D 39 in

'Cairo' Chair by Peter Shire, 2018

By Peter Shire

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Upholstered armchair by Peter Shire, 2018 Upholstered with Kvadrat Divina Fabric, Aluminum, Wood & Paint. Approximate measures: 60 1/4" high x 40" wide x 39" deep Peter Shire: ...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Shire

Materials

Aluminum

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Peter Shire Sale Prices

Sold Date

Sold Price

Category

Material

Creation Year

2026	$375	Ceramics, Decorative Bowls	Ceramic	1982
2026	$1,530	Side Tables	Steel, Glass, Chrome	1980's
2026	$516	Abstract Sculptures	Glass	circa 1990
2026	$220	Ceramics, Pottery	Ceramic	1981
2026	$375	Ceramics	Ceramic	1984
2025	$250	Ceramics, Contemporary Art	Ceramic	Unknown
2025	$249	Pottery, Ceramics	Ceramic, Pottery	1979
2025	$700	Vases	Ceramic	1980
2025	$150	Ceramics	Ceramic	2013
2025	$2,600	More Art, Sculptures	Metal, Paint	1998
2025	$175	Pottery, Ceramics	Ceramic, Pottery	1979
2025	$320	Ceramics	Ceramic	2025

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Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$150-$2,600

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Peter Shire furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Peter Shire furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Peter Shire furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 51 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 16 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Peter Shire 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 Richard Meier, Michael Graves (b.1934), and Barry Kieselstein-Cord. Prices for Peter Shire furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $100 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,850.

Questions About Peter Shire

What is Peter Shire known for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Peter Shire is known for creating bold furniture designs on his own as a part of the Memphis Group. One well-known piece is the 1982 Bel Air chair that featured vibrant colors, mismatched arms and a dramatic asymmetrical back. Shire also produces sculptures, public art and ceramics. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Peter Shire furniture and decorative objects.