Few had their finger on the pulse of American furniture like importer and distributor Raymor. Founder Irving Richards first had his eyes opened to the world of furniture while attending the 1928 Salon d’Automne art and design fair in Paris. He joined Lightolier two years later and developed its business relationships, including with designer Russel Wright.
Wright and Richards met in 1935 and Russel Wright, Inc. was formed in 1936. Its American Modern ceramic tableware, produced under the name Wright Accessories in 1938, was a notably lucrative collaboration. Following the early success of American Modern, Richards obtained the majority share of Wright Accessories and changed its name to Raymor Mfg Division Inc. in 1941.
By 1952, the exclusivity over American Modern had ended (the line was initially produced by Wright Associates and later manufactured by Steubenville for two decades). To keep up with American markets, Raymor worked with prominent designers such as George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff, Ray and Charles Eames, and Hans J. Wegner.
The company’s imports expanded to Denmark, which contributed to the rise of Scandinavian modern designs in the American market. Throughout the 1950s, Richards established relationships with factories in Scandinavia, Italy and Germany, as well as with the influential tastemaker and importer Charles Stendig.
The furniture company Simmons bought Raymor in 1963 and changed its name to Raymor Richards, Morgenthau Inc. in 1969. During that time, Raymor’s Omnibus range of Scandinavian-style wall units became widely popular, along with Italian glass and pottery like Bitossi ceramics designed by Aldo Londi and Bagni ceramics by Alvino Bagni.
Shifting styles coupled with rising competition, and the departure of Richards from the company, ended Raymor. By the late 1970s, Raymor faced a wave of international factories able to produce similar products of lesser quality for a lower cost. Buyers were eager to frequently change their interior styles, limiting the need for high-end, durable furniture, which Raymor had been importing.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Raymor ceramics, lamps, decorative objects and more.
Ben Seibel Modern Artware Black Ceramic Bowl for Raymor by Roseville, c.1955
By Roseville Pottery, Ben Seibel, Raymor
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ben Seibel Modern Artware Black Ceramic Bowl for Raymor by Roseville, c.1955.
Ceramic
$540Sale Price|40% Off
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!
Wood
Arthur Umanoff Tray Mahogany
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
Arthur Umanoff Tray Mahogany
Mahogany
Midcentury Raymor Hand-Painted Italian Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This unusual ceramic centerpiece bowl was made in Italy for American importer Raymor. The piece has an elongated scoop form and has been hand-painted in shades of blue and green. The...
Ceramic
Hollywood Regency Bronze Footed Nautical Seashell Catchall Bowl Raymor Italy
By Raymor
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency bronze footed nautical seashell catchall, bowl, Raymor, Italy. Original label underneath. A-659-335
Bronze
F.Lli Mannelli Travertine and Brass Catch-All for Raymor
By Fratelli Mannelli, Raymor
Located in New York, NY
This piece has removable brass insert which has acquired nice patina. Curated by FERRER.
Travertine, Brass
Raymor Italian Ceramic Rectangular Catchall Bowl, Italy, c.1960
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Raymor Italian Ceramic Rectangular Catchall Bowl, Italy, c.1960.
Ceramic
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Alvino Bagni Ashtray, Ceramic, Stripes Blue, Yellow, White, Signed
By Raymor, Alvino Bagni
Located in New York, NY
Alvino Bagni Ashtray, Ceramic, Stripes Blue, Yellow, White, Signed. Small scale scooped form ashtray or bowl with hand drawn dashed lines, glazed in light and dark blue, yellow, gree...
Ceramic
$280Sale Price|20% Off
TIC for Raymor Majolica Textured Fritte Glaze Bowl, Italy 1960s
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Unusual majolica bowl or catchall features wavy, gently manipulated rim, juxtaposed with complex textured Fritte glaze on the bottom of the bowl. The contrast between glossy, organi...
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta, Majolica
Marcello Fantoni Raymor Mid-Century Italian Ceramic Bowls
By Raymor, Marcello Fantoni
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Italian curvy small ceramic dishes featuring stylized women's portraits by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor. Dimensions for the larger dish: 3.25 H x 6.5 W x 4.5 D inches, and the...
Ceramic
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rimini Blu Catchall Ashtray by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Made in Italy
By Aldo Londi, Raymor, Bitossi
Located in Miami, FL
Italian handmade ceramic vide-poche or catchall tray in the vibrant signature blue of Aldo Londi's iconic art pottery collection Rimini Blu, orig...
Ceramic
$550Sale Price|63% Off
Alvino Bagni Raymor Ashtray Bowl, Ceramic, Abstract, Blue, Green, Brown, Signed
By Alvino Bagni, Raymor
Located in New York, NY
Alvino Bagni for Raymor bowl, ceramic, blue, green, abstract spirals, signed. Medium scale ceramic bowl or ashtray decorated with sky blue, light brown, dark brown, and light green s...
Ceramic
Marcello Fantoni Bowl
By Fantoni, Raymor
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcello Fantoni ceramic bowl, volcanic blue glaze on exterior with green glaze on interior. Signed [Fantoni Italy – Raymor Italy]. Raymor Italy 1955 Marcello Fantoni Glazed Ceramic
Ceramic
$796Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Black White Leaf Ashtray Dish Raymor Pottery Cigar Abstract Jouves French
By Raymor
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful leaf motif dish cigar ashtray, signed Raymor Made in Italy, 415/7.
Stoneware
Fantoni for Raymor Deep Purple and Blue Ceramic Bowl 1955
By Marcello Fantoni, Raymor
Located in Chicago, IL
Fantoni for Raymor Deep Purple and Blue Ceramic Bowl 1955 Dimensions: 9" diameter 3.5" high Signed underside [Fantoni Italy for Raymor] Condition: good original vintage conditional
Ceramic
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Capri White Pottery + Walnut Serving Tray Mid-Century Modernist Tableware
By Raymor
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Sculptural masterpiece in tableware, with a classic mid-century mix of materials.
Ceramic, Walnut
$925 / item
H 1.19 in Dm 11.82 in
Sky Large Ceramic Bowl Hand Painted Glazed Majolica Italian Contemporary
Located in London, GB
SKY - Large ceramic bowl by Pantoù Ceramics, hand thrown and hand painted glazed earthenware. All unique pieces, Italy, 2021. Measure: 30cm diameter....
Ceramic, Majolica
$763
H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 5.91 in
Travertine owls book holders, Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli, Italy 1970
By Fratelli Manelli
Located in Torino, IT
Travertine owls book holders, Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli, Italy 1970
Travertine
1960s Raymor Bitossi Blue Bowl Italian Art Pottery
By Raymor
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Italian Pottery attributed to Bitossi Raymor Signed Italy 10 in diameter x 3.75 Tall Preowned Unrestored Original Vintage Condition. Nicks present around edges. Refer to all ...
Ceramic, Pottery
$325
H 0.75 in W 13 in D 11.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage serving platter tray designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1960's. This solid piece is made out of Taverneau wood and features ...
Reed, Wood
$1,400
H 36.38 in W 17 in D 4.13 in
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...
Aluminum, Brass
Arthur Umanoff Swing Timer Modernist Black and White Clock Howard Miller 1970s
By Arthur Umanoff, Howard Miller
Located in Troy, MI
Mid Century modern "Swing Timer" wall clock designed by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller USA circa 1970s Model 622-569 with large roman numeral markers and orange hands White inject...
Plastic, Acrylic
$344Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.93 in W 5.51 in D 1.18 in
1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by F.lli Mannelli
By Fratelli Mannelli
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original big travertine elephant sculpture by F.lli Mannelli. The item is in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimension: 5,51 w x 1,18 D x 3,93 H inches L 14 cm x P 3 cm x c...
Travertine
Italian Murano Catch All
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful small Italian Murano catch-all, showcasing the artistry and vibrancy for which Murano glass is celebrated. Expertly crafted, the piece features an array of multicolored ...
Murano Glass
$650
H 4.5 in W 4.5 in D 3 in
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...
Aluminum
$462 / item
H 1.19 in Dm 5.91 in
Sky Small Ceramic Bowl Hand Painted Glazed Majolica Italian Contemporary
Located in London, GB
SKY - Small ceramic bowl by Pantoù Ceramics, hand thrown and hand painted glazed earthenware. All unique pieces, Italy, 2021. Measure: 15 cm diameter. Different finishes availa...
Ceramic, Majolica
Arthur Umanoff Bowl
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Miami, FL
1 Arthur Umanoff Bowl, more Umanoff pieces available.
Wood
$352
H 3.94 in W 14.57 in D 8.67 in
Vintage Italian Ceramic Woven Basket Bowl, 1980s Hollywood Regency
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Italian White Ceramic Woven Basket Bowl
Ceramic
Sold
H 1 in W 19 in D 7 in
Bistosi for Raymor Italian Modern Glazed Ceramic Fish Vide-Poche, Circa 1960
By Bitossi, Raymor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bistosi for Raymor Italian Modern Glazed Ceramic Fish Vide-Poche, circa 1960 An exceptional Italian Modern glazed ceramic vide-poche or catchall tray by to Ceramiche Bistosi and dis...
Pottery
Sold
H 1.5 in W 10.25 in D 5.5 in
1960's Bitossi Italy for Raymor Ceramic & Glass Mosaic Catchall/ Ashtray
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in North Miami, FL
Outstanding 1960s Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic catchall or ashtray. Imported and distributed in the United States by Raymor of New York. Featuring a still-life of wine bottle and g...
Ceramic, Blown Glass
Sold
H 2.38 in W 8.38 in D 6.75 in
Ben Seibel Brass Ashtray / Ribbed Bowl for Jenfred-Ware Raymor, USA, c.1950
By Jenfred Ware, Ben Seibel, Raymor
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ben Seibel Brass Thumbprint Ashtray / Bowl for Jenfred-Ware Raymor, USA, c.1950.
Brass
Raymor by Mancioli Italy Geometric Vide Poche Midcentury 1960s
By Mancioli Pottery, Raymor
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, unique Mancioli for Raymor vide poche catchall. Bold colors of green, yellow, brown and black swirl through the geometric design on this ...
Ceramic
Ben Siebel Iron Stand and Ashtray Catch All by Jenfred Ware 1950s
By Ben Seibel, Jenfred Ware, Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware brass bowl and iron stand. Originally designed as a smoking stand, but could be used to hold cards, candy or ??? 1950s.
Metal
Bitossi Italian Ceramic Ashtray or Catch All
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Bitossi Italian Ceramic Ashtray or Catch All. Blue and black glaze with an insides design. Signed Italy and a B, for Bitossi. Imported by Raymor. Italy...
Ceramic
Arthur Umanoff Carved Wood Taverneau Canoe Bowl Centerpiece
By Raymor, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Atlanta, GA
This modernist wooden canoe bowl or centerpiece from the Taverneau Collection was designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor and produced in Haiti. The sleek and premium oversized shape ...
Wood
Brutalist Metal Ashtray by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor, circa 1950
By Raymor, Marcello Fantoni
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Italian Brutalist hand-worked metal ashtray by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor, made in Italy circa 1950. Patinated copper in tones of chartreuse, turquoise, and pewter. Born in Florence in 1915, Marcello Fantoni wed ancient Italian pottery technique with decidedly Modernist elements, garnering tremendous acclaim both at home and abroad - his work has been collected by important museums worldwide. When Fantoni died in Florence in 2011 at the age of 95, his obituary in the Italian newspaper...
Metal, Copper
Vintage Ben Siebel Ashtray/Catchall by Jenfred Ware, Distributed by Raymor
By Raymor, Jenfred Ware
Located in Sacramento, CA
Vintage metal ashtray or catchall dish by Ben Siebel for Jenfred Ware, distributed by Raymor. In excellent vintage condition, with a classic mid-century scu...
Brass
Sold
H 3.15 in Dm 11.62 in
Bitossi Italy for Raymor Ceramic Ashtray Bowl Centerpiece with Glass Mosaic
By Bitossi, Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb massive ceramic decorative centerpiece or cigar ashtray was crafted by Bitossi, Italy, in the 1960s, with a design by Aldo Londi. Imported and distributed in the United S...
Ceramic, Faience, Glass
Alvino Bagni for Raymor Large Centerpiece Bowl Female Portrait
By Alvino Bagni, Raymor
Located in South Charleston, WV
Measures 13" x 11" x 3.5" H. Rare form by Alvin Bagni. The artist (Enzo) at the studio often introduced variation into the portraits and we find this one exceptionally appealing in t...
Pottery
Ceramic Stashbox and Ashtray by Raymor, 1960s Italy
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful mint green ceramic stashbox/ashtray by Raymor. Stamped with "R 1700 Raymor Italy" on the base. Elegant and simple wild flower hand-painted on the lid. Comes with 2 individu...
Ceramic