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.
Four Ceramic pieces by Ben Seibel, Raymor Modern Artware by Roseville
By Ben Seibel, Roseville Pottery, Raymor
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Four ceramic pieces by Ben Seibel, Raymor Modern Artware by Roseville. The one slot vase measures 11.5" wide, 5.5" deep and 7.5" high. The 2 slot round vase measures 8" wide, 7.5" ...
Ceramic
Four Pottery Vice Jars / Drug Canisters Imported by Raymor, Italy, 1950s, Rare
By Raymor
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare set of four "Vice Jars" all signed, Raymor. Opium, Morphine, Cocaine and Marijuana. Rarely seen and virtually never seen in this condition. No chips, cra...
Pottery
$240Sale Price|63% Off
Monumental Brutalist Ashtray by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor, 1950s
By Raymor, Marcello Fantoni
Located in View Park, CA
A green glow: monumental vintage Italian brutalist hand-worked metal ashtray by Marcello Fantoni for Raymor, made in Italy circa 1950. Patinated copper in tones of chartreuse, teal, 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 La Nazione hailed him “the master of beauty.” This stunning piece certainly justifies the moniker. With the signature etched on verso, it is without doubt an heirloom rarity for the savvy collector...
Copper
Marcello Fantoni Ceramic Shelf Hanger
By Raymor, Marcello Fantoni
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcello Fantoni for Raymor ceramic shelf hanging person. Glazed Ceramic. Cat pictured sold separately.
Ceramic
Large Alvino Bagni "Sea Garden" Italian Bowl for Raymor
By Raymor, Alvino Bagni
Located in Hannover, DE
Large, colorful terracotta "Sea Garden" bowl by Alvino Bagni for Raymor MCM Art Ceramic Studio This is a unique, handcrafted piece by Alvino Bagni from his mid-20th-century "Sea Ga...
Ceramic
$328Sale Price|20% Off
Majolica Ceramic Box with Lid, Butterfly Decor, Italy Mid Century Modern
By Raymor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare majolica box with lid is decorated with multicolored raised abstract butterfly motif on mottled light grey background. The rim of the lid and the bottom of the box are defined ...
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
1950s Aldo Londi Ceramic Bitossi Pendant Lamp for Italian Raymor
By Aldo Londi, Raymor
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Aldo Londi Ceramic Bitossi Pendant Lamp for Raymor. This rare and sculptural Italian ceramic lamp is executed with multicolored glazed horizontal stripes and geometric circula...
Ceramic
Raymor Ceramic Vase Made In Italy ca' 1970's
By Raymor
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and substantial Raymor vase in mixed glazes. Vibrant yellow, brown, blue. Made in Italy ca' 1970's.
Ceramic
Raymor Green & Brown Footed Planter / Orchid Pot
By Raymor
Located in New York, NY
A handmade ceramic footed planter or orchid pot by Raymor. Italy, circa 1950. Signed/numbered. Features a geometric pattern in shades of green, brown and yellow. Measures 6.5 in...
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
Italian Ceramic Box with Birds by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artsy ceramic box made in Italy, circa 1970s. White box with black birds painted on. Great vintage condition. Fun stash box and tabletop object. Marked Raymor and Made in Italy on un...
Ceramic
Raymor Ceramic Drip Glaze Box
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pretty Italian ceramic box by Raymor. Drip glaze ceramic with greenish/brown earth tones. Very good vintage condition.
Ceramic
Bitossi for Raymor Chunky and Oversized Ashtray/ Cachepot
By Bitossi, Raymor
Located in North Miami, FL
Wonderful rich blue base and grayish white top glazed ceramic ashtray. So many beautiful details to this large round bowl.
Ceramic
Vintage Raymor Pop Art Gazed Ceramic Vase Italian Off White
By Raymor
Located in North Miami, FL
Tie one on in this whimsical Italian Raymor vintage ceramic vase that is a circular shirt with a tie and collar. It is conversational and Italian pop art. These are hard to come by ...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Pitcher By Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful pottery jug/handled vase, Italy late 1950s-1960s. Signed. A stunning form and décor, body shaped as a jug, glossy white spray-glaze has a mottled texture, decorated using ...
Ceramic
$220Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 5.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Pair of Mid Century 1950s Howard Pierce Ceramic Quail Bird Sculpture Figurine
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic pair of Howard Pierce ceramic quail bird figurines/sculptures dating from the 1950s. These are an iconic design. Great color and form. The larger ...
Ceramic
Italian Ceramic Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian ceramic box with blue and green coloring. Marked Italy on underside. Great stash box and tabletop object.
Ceramic
$550
H 6.5 in W 8.5 in D 4.5 in
Italian Majolica Duck or Goose Cabbage and Cauliflower Tureen with Lid and Ladle
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A hand-painted Italian majolica cabbageware or lettuceware bird and cauliflower tureen with lid and ladle. This petite ceramic serving dish will be ...
Ceramic, Paint
Marcello Fantoni Ceramic Vase, Glazed Stoneware, circa 1970s
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in New York, NY
Italian artist Marcello Fantoni ceramic vase is glazed stoneware made circa 1970s. This piece was acquired directly from the artist by the seller, who was a personal friend of Marcel...
Ceramic
$1,150
H 1.75 in W 10.75 in D 7.25 in
Bitossi Italy for Raymor Ceramic and Glass Mosaic Ashtray, Catchall Mid Century
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding 1960s Aldo Londi for Bitossi ceramic catchall or cigar ashtray. Imported and distributed in the United States by Raymor of New York. Featuring a large-scale low centerpiece bowl...
Ceramic, Art Glass
$375 / set
H 1 in W 12 in D 10.5 in
9 Raymor / Roseville by Ben Seibel Large Pottery Dinner Plates # 152
By Ben Seibel
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of nine sculptural large pottery dinner plates in a warm earthy terra cotta with upturned edges . Designed by Ben Seibel who's Mid Century works include many pottery forms , me...
Pottery
Monumental Sponge Ware Pottery Bowl
By Roseville Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This huge signed Roseville sponge ware pottery mixing bowl is in pristine condition. These large size bowls are super rare and in fine condition is even be...
Pottery
Raul Coronel Signed Mid-Century Modern California Studio Pottery Bowl, 1960s
By Raul Coronel
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully made and colored ashtray/ bowl by Mexican born ceramic master Raul Coronel who played an important role in the American (he became a naturalized citizen) / California d...
Stoneware
$264Sale Price|50% Off
H 1.78 in Dm 11.23 in
Mid-Century Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Floral Décor, Germany, 1950s
By Vincent van Gogh, West German Pottery, Ruscha
Located in Valencia, VC
Large West Germany Ruscha Art Pottery Plate, 1950s A stunning vintage ceramic plate by Ruscha, West Germany, handcrafted circa the 1950s. This exceptional piece features a relief-gl...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica
German Ceramic Vase by Dümler and Breiden, 1950s
By Dümler & Breiden
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful ceramic bottle vase decorated with circles. Manufactured by Dümler and Breiden. Germany, 1950s. This elegant pottery vase in brown and gr...
Pottery, Ceramic
$819Sale Price|30% Off
H 1.58 in W 10.44 in D 5.71 in
Glazed ceramic ashtray series "Onda" by Ettore Sottsass, Italy, 1969
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Milano, IT
Ashtray series "Wave" Ettore Sottsass, 1969 u2028Glazed ceramic ashtray, designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1969 for the Onda series. The work is made of ceramic with cinnabar red glaze,...
Ceramic
Sold
H 2 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in
Raymor Bitossi Vintage Textured Ceramic Bowl Red, Brown, Black, Purple Italian
By Bitossi, Raymor
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage Italian ceramic textural colorful patchwork bowl is signed Raymor and was designed by Bitossi. This is from the 1960s. The hallmarks on the bottom read R450-SA Ra...
Ceramic
Marcello Fantoni ceramic/pottery matt glaze vase, for Raymor
By Marcello Fantoni, Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice vase by the well known artist Marcello Fantoni . This is a square /round interesting shape, signed in bottom .
Ceramic
Zaccagnini Raymor Italy Modernist Diamond Design Table Lamp 1950's
By Raymor, Urbano Zaccagnini
Located in Rochester, NY
Large ceramic table lamp with cream white glazed textured body and multi-colored geometric diamond design ( red, green, black, orange, pale pink ) Signed on underside ( beneath metal...
Metal
Italian Ceramics by Aldo Londi for Raymor, 1960s
By Aldo Londi, Raymor
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Colorful set of 1960s Italian striped ceramic vessels by Aldo Londi for Raymor in blues, lavenders, white, turquoise and red with a dark charcoa...
Ceramic
Four Original Raymor Vice Jars / Canisters with Lids
By Raymor
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of four original, whimsical "vice jars" imported by Raymor, Italy, 1950s. Hand painted. Nicotine in aqua blue, Heroin in purple, Opium in orange, and Mari...
Ceramic
Bullseye Box by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artsy ceramic box made in Italy, circa 1970s. White box with black Bullseye painted on lid as well as a black stripe that goes around box. Great vintage condition. Fun stash box and ...
Ceramic
Brutalist Mid-Century Modern Italian Ashtray Freeform by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Italian brutalist style ceramic ashtray with gold leaf painting and white glaze accents.
Pottery
Aldo Londi Bitossi Bird Table Lamp
By Aldo Londi, Raymor, Bitossi
Located in New Windsor, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi pottery bird lamp. Matte brown body with a gloss glazed head and tail feathers. Nice crisp carved and incised detail. Circa 1950-...
Ceramic, Pottery
Tall Raymor Studio Pottery Vase with Sgraffito Design
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great scale Amazing periwinkle mat glaze Fun hand carved aquatic design A strong piece that can stand by itself as a decorative element or with flowers and branches (one small ti...
Ceramic
Bitossi Raymor Postmodern Catch-it-all Ceramic Bowl in Glossy Finish
By Raymor, Bitossi
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile catch-it-all ceramic bowl made in Italy, circa 1980's black glossy finish with green decorative lines, great condition no chips or cracks signed Italy at the bottom.
Ceramic
Sold
H 12 in W 8 in D 6 in
Aldo Londi for Bitossi Green, Tan, Rust Orange, Gray White Ceramic Vase Vessel
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi, Raymor
Located in North Miami, FL
This special and hard to come by Italian Aldo Londi for Raymor Bitossi ceramic vase or vessel is vintage. It has 4 bands of incised etched textural Mayan style abstract inspired trib...
Ceramic
Italian Ceramic Box by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic ceramic box by Raymor. Stamped Raymor and Italy on underside. Orange base with blue and black lid. Cool colors and great design. Perfect box.
Ceramic