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Robert Kuo Furniture

Chinese artist and designer Robert Kuo is known worldwide for his modern furniture and objets d’art that merge ancient tradition and popular decorative styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Born in Beijing, Kuo moved with his family to Taiwan in 1947. While he never received a formal art education, Kuo gained technical expertise working as an apprentice at his father’s cloisonné workshop from the age of 15.

In 1973, Kuo emigrated to the U.S. and opened his own cloisonné studio in Beverly Hills, California. There, he utilized the time-honored skills he learned with his father for a wide range of uniquely striking vases, sculptures and bowls. His Goldfish bowl — a technical masterpiece of vibrant colors and cloisonné designs that appear to float against a black enamel background — was acquired by the Smithsonian’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery for its permanent collection.

In 1984, Kuo opened a showroom in West Hollywood, where it became a favorite among interior designers for the sculptural and often whimsical coffee tables, stools and table lamps on offer. A year later, Kuo shifted his attention toward repoussé — a technique that sees decorative reliefs hammered onto the surface of metals. Examples of Kuo’s repoussé pieces include his black lacquer Cloud chair and Oval coffee table in antique copper.

In 2014, a retrospective exhibition celebrating Kuo’s 30th anniversary as a designer was held at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles and his New York studio. In 2016, he also hosted an exhibition in his New York studio titled “Robert Kuo Selects: Los Angeles Studio Made, Found and Represented Artists,” showcasing his works as well as pieces by prominent L.A. designers Blackman Cruz, Dana John and JF Chen. In 2019, Italian artist Mattia Biagi’s L.A. exhibition “Metropolitan Sets” included Kuo’s Back Rest chair and brass Facet Seat.

Today, Kuo’s works can be seen at the National History Museum in Taipei, Singapore Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco’s Hotel Palomar, the Las Vegas MGM Grand and the Four Seasons in New York.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Robert Kuo decorative objects, seating, lighting and more.

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Creator: Robert Kuo
Antique Copper Sui Ola Mirror by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sui Ola design. Antique copper. Hand repoussé. Copper base. Limited edition. Customizable. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Le Verre Table with Black Lacquer Top by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Le Verre table with black lacquer top Antique copper Black lacquer Hand repousse Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.             Repousse´ is ...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Coronet Lamp, Tang Grass Design, Cloisonné by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Coronet lamp Tang grass design Cloisonné Glass enamel Handmade Limited edition The cloisonné´ technique is an enamelling on metal technique that d...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Enamel

Repoussé Black Lacquer Sheep Sculpture by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sheep sculpture (Male) Black lacquer Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This techniqu...
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2010s Post-Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Brass Root Design Cocktail Table Base with Cream Lacquer Top by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass root cocktail table base set w/ cream lacquer top. Hand Repoussé Brass Cream lacquer Hand made Limited edition Contemporary Repoussé...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Brass

Contemporary Jie Design Demi Lune Table in Antiqued Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jie Design Demi Lune Table Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-ham...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Hand Repoussé Pillow Drumstool in White Bronze by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pillow Drumstool White Bronze Hand Repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique or...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Bronze

Contemporary Cream Lacquer Cushion Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Drumstool Cream Lacquer Hand Repoussé Metal Base Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates ba...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Fish Scale Design Low Drumstool in Brass by Robert Kuo, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fish scale design low drumstool Brass Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The tech...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Brass

Contemporary Jie Vase in Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jie Vase Black Copper Hand Repousse Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Cylindrical Alabaster Lamp W/ Copper Kuai Base by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cylindrical Alabaster copper trim lamp w/ Kuai base Alabaster Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique Repoussé is the traditiona...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Alabaster, Copper

Contemporary Hand Repoussé White Bronze Mushroom Sculptures by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mushroom sculpture (Set of 2) White bronze Hand repoussé Measures: S: 29 1/2" W x 30 1/2" D x 28" H L: 38" W x 37" D x 32 1/2" H Limited edition Contemporary Each piece is ind...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Bronze

Cascade Design Grey Peking Glass Disc on Stand by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved Cascade design disc on stand. Grey Peking glass hand carved brass base hand made Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Peking glass refers to the high-quality glass art produced by the imperial and commercial workshops in Beijing during the Ching Dynasty, China 1644-1911. Since then, ‘Peking glass’ has become synonymous with the Chinese technique of glassmaking. Robert Kuo glass...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Brass

Contemporary Arm Rest Chair in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arm rest chair Cream Lacquer Metal base Contemporary Hand made Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Metal

Persimmon Box in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persimmon box Black lacquer Hand repousse Copper base Limited Edition Lacquer is a laborious and time-consuming process. After it is tapped from the trees, lacquer needs to b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Antique Copper Cushion Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Contemporary
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Drumstool Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammeri...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Da Hu Copper Jar, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Da Hu copper jar Antique copper Hand Repousse Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative r...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Black Lacquer Cushion Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Drumstool Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Metal Base Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates ba...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Antique Copper Li Design Tripod Drumstool by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Li Design Tripod drumstool Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The ...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Mila Lacquer Dong Shan Table by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dong shan table Mila Lacquer Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa ...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Metal

Contemporary Hand Repoussé Water Ox Sculpture in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Water Ox sculpture Antique copper Hand repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the tr...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Trumpet Alabaster Lamp w/ Fluted Base by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Trumpet Alabaster lamp w/ fluted base Alabaster Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Alabaster, Copper

Cherries, White Bronze by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cherries White bronze Hand repousse Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Bronze

Contemporary Dong Shan Table in Red Lacquer and Brass by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dong Shan Table w/ Brass Red Lacquer Top Hand Repoussé Brass Contemporary Limited Edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Brass

Drumstool with Waist, Mila Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drum stool with waist Mila lacquer Hand repousse Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Brancusi Table in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brancusi Table Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition 22"Dia x 24"H Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the tradition...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Falls Crystal w/ Brass Base Light by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Falls crystal with brass base light Crystal Hand carved Brass base Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.  
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2010s Organic Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Contemporary Hand Repoussé Kuai Block Vase in Antique Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kuai design block vase Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Contemporary This vase requires a liner Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief ...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Ji Guan Sconce, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ji Guan Sconce Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The te...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Black Lacquer and Copper Jar by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jar Black Lacquer Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This techni...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Jie Light in Crystal and Copper by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jie light in crystal and copper Hand repousse copper Copper base Hand carved crystal Limited Edition Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Robert Kuo Furniture

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Crystal

Three-Tier Faceted Lamp with Stand by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three-tier faceted lamp with stand. Hand-carved bai jade peking glass. Hand repoussé copper with antique finish. Natural silk shade. Shade dimensions:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Baluster Jar and Lid in Azure Colors by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Baluster jar and lid Cloisonne Azure enamel Hand repousse Copper base The cloisonné technique is an enameling on metal technique that dates bac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Robert Kuo Furniture

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Enamel

Cylindrical Storage Drumstool, Antique Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cylindrical storage Drumstool Antique copper Black lacquer Hand repousse Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. ...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Black Lacquer Faceted Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faceted drumstool Black lacquer Hand repoussé Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, cir...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Cream Lacquer Twisted Arch Table Lamp by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Twisted arch table lamp Cream Lacquer Hand Repoussé Natural silk pongee Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the tradit...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Rectangular Table Lamp and Shade Set in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular table lamp and shade set Cream Lacquer Metal Base Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Copper Square Fluted Table with Black Lacquer Top by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square fluted table Antique copper Black lacquer top Hand Repoussé Lacquered Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hamm...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Arm Rest Chair, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arm rest chair Black lacquer Handmade Metal base Limited Edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. T...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Metal

Charger - Black Woodgrain Design Cloisonné by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charger Woodgrain design Black Cloisonné Limited edition The cloisonné´ technique is an enameling on metal technique that dates back to the B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

Corner Nesting Table, Red Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Set of 2, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Corner nesting table Red lacquer Wood base Limited edition Inner table: 25 1/2" W x 16" D x 20" D x 21" H Inner table: 34" W x 22" D x 26" D x 24...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Contemporary Red Lacquer 4 Petal Pot by Robert Kuo, Hand Repoussé, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4 petal pot Red lacquer Hand Repoussé Copper base Contemporary Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces ...
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2010s Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Round Leaf Design Box - Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition, in Stock
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round leaf design box Cream lacquer Hand-carved Wood base Limited edition In stock Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Black Lacquer Obelisk Table Lamp w/ White Bronze by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Obelisk table lamp Black lacquer and white bronze Hand repoussé Natural silk shade Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. These pieces are made with at least 60 coat...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Bronze

Rhinoceros Sculpture, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, One of a Kind
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rhinoceros sculpture Antique copper Hand repousse One of a kind Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique originated ...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Contemporary Block Vase w/ Pleats Design in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Block vase w/ pleats design Black lacquer Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. Th...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Huang Chair, Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Huang chair Cream lacquer Hand repousse Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at least 60 coat...
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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Root Shape Oblong Low Cachepot, Antique Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Root shape oblong low cachepot Antique copper Hand Repoussé Limited edition Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

High Meru Light, Smoke Crystal and Brass by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High Meru light Smoke crystal Brass Hand-carved Hand repoussé Limited edition.
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Indented Seat, Cream Lacquer and Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indented seat Cream lacquer Antique copper Hand repoussé Limited edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. This technique involve...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Round Plates, Set of 3, Green Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round plates (set of 3) Green lacquer Handmade Limited edition Measures: Small 6" diameter x 1 1/2" height Medium: 8 1/2" diameter x 1 1/2" height Large: 10" diameter x 2" heig...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Lacquer

Smoke Crystal Ice Sculpture by Rober Kuo, Hand Carved, in Stock
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Smoke crystal ice sculpture Smoke crystal Hand carved In stock.  
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Crystal

Robert Kuo Copper Hammered Willow Vase Retailed by Steve Chase
By Robert Kuo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A Robert Kuo copper hammered willow vase, retailed by Steve Chase for $1580.00 in the 1990s. It bears the Steve Chase inventory label and the retail ...
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20th Century American Robert Kuo Furniture

Square Crown Drumstool, Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square crown drumstool Cream lacquer Antique copper Hand repousse Limited Edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These piece...
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2010s Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Copper Wood Grain Top with Brass Base Side Table by Rober Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wood grain design copper top. Brass base. Antique copper finish. Hand repoussé. Limited Edition. Customizable. Repoussé is the traditional art o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper, Brass

Hand Finished Repousse Copper Pair of vases, by Robert Kuo.
By Robert Kuo
Located in Canterbury, England
A unique pair of large, handmade, hand finished repousse copper vases, by Robert Kuo. Robert Kuo decorative objects are world famous, and exhibit...
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2010s Other Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

1980s Vintage Pair of Copper Spheres Sculptures by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of spheres made of Copper and designed by Robert Kuo in the 1980s. They are in vintage condition. One of them is hit on one side, ( not a big deal), and the other ha...
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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Kuo Furniture

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Copper

Robert Kuo furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Robert Kuo 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 Robert Kuo furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 5 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 351 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Robert Kuo were created in the modern style in asia during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by VG-VGnewtrend, Sebastian Scherer, and Sebastian Herkner. Prices for Robert Kuo furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $24,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,200.

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