Steve Chase lived in and worked out of Palm Springs, California, but he created luxury spaces and furniture for projects that took shape all over the world. A consummate art collector and brilliant interior designer, Chase was involved in every aspect of the rooms he designed and attracted many high-profile clients, including Gerald and Betty Ford, Farrah Fawcett and Gene Hackman.
Chase was born in New Hampshire and attended the Rhode Island School of Design as well as the ArtCenter in Los Angeles. After completing his studies, he joined Arthur Elrod and Associates — a celebrated Palm Springs-based firm that created colorful interiors and furniture for a range of Hollywood stars and more during the height of the mid-century modern era. Chase worked with Elrod for more than a decade before establishing his own business in 1980.
Chase designed his furniture to meet the sensibilities and personalities of his clients, and his work ranged from the traditional to the tastefully unconventional. While he created sculptural brass side tables that boast striking brutalist forms, there were also understated chrome-framed coffee tables with fossil shell tops. For his seating, Chase’s palette ranged from bright pastels to modest earth tones, and his vintage sofas are known for their signature tufted-channel backrests and seats. The plush cushioning was most prevalent in his Monterey seating collection of chairs, sectionals and sofas manufactured by the firm Martin Brattrud Inc., which produced most of Chase's designs during the 1970s and '80s.
Chase supported a number of charitable organizations and strongly advocated for the Desert AIDS Project (DAP), a volunteer-led initiative to combat the HIV epidemic in Coachella Valley. He lent his design talents to improve their office space, and used his influence with celebrities to enlist their help on the project. Chase also joined the Contemporary Art Council Acquisitions Committee at the Palm Springs Art Museum and eventually bequeathed more than 130 works to the institution when he passed away in 1994.
In 1996, the DAP created the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards to honor him. Today he is remembered for his humanitarian giving as often he is for his furniture designs and lively interiors.
On 1stDibs, explore an array of vintage Steve Chase chairs, tables and lighting.
Studio Ceramic Bowl by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Gary McCloy, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Studio ceramic bowl by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. In beautiful vintage condition. Hand signed by Gary McCloy and retains the Steve Chase label. ...
Ceramic
Steve Chase Studio Pastel Speckled Ceramic Dish
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio ceramic decorative dish by Tony Evans for Steve Chase. Out of a Steve Chase Design estate. It’s signed Evan’s with partial Steve Chase label. Measurements: 8” Wide 8” Deep, ...
Ceramic
Steve Chase Studio Ceramic Pink Speckled Dishes
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio ceramic decorative dishes by Tony Evans for Steve Chase. Can be used to set your jewelry or soap. Out of a Steve Chase Design estate. Both are signed Evans. Measurements: ...
Ceramic
Vintage French Ceramic Dish
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage ceramic decoration offers an attractive accent. Made in France in the 20th century, the flowing curves of the scalloped edges create an attractive form, reminiscent of a...
Ceramic
Postmodern Gray Ceramic Braided Woven Abstract Centerpiece Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Stunning woven braided ceramic centerpiece bowl glazed in a wonderful shade of gray with some blue tones. Great size for a coffee table or entryway. Very unusual abstract shape, plea...
Ceramic
$288Sale Price|30% Off
H 0.99 in W 10.04 in D 3.71 in
Decorative Handmade Organic Studio Pottery Glazed Ceramic Dish or Vide-Poche
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A beautiful handmade ceramic dish or vide-poche by unknown studio potter / maker with an organic oval form and hand painted glaze of cream and dark grey / blue color (color). Would be perfect for serving nuts or other little bar snacks...
Ceramic, Pottery
Osborne Bowl by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Osborne bowl by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 35 cm D 10 cm H 3.5 cm. Materials: polished bronze Also available in black/brown bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on pro...
Bronze
Bowl, Large Quartz Points by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Bowl, large quartz points by Aver Dimensions: D 23 x H 10 cm. Materials: quartz, steel, polyvinyl chloride, resin.
Quartz, Steel
$1,169 / set
H 0.99 in Dm 3.35 in
Set of 3 Faience Dishes by Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s
By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 3 beautiful faience dishes with amazing geometric patterns. Designed by Stig Lindberg in Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Signed with the Gustavsberg...
Ceramic, Earthenware
Organic Tan Speckled 20th Century Salt Glazed Square Dish
By Barbara Willis
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful hand formed salt glazed ashtray or square dish. simple and organic.
Clay
Art Deco Copper & Glass Duplex Serving Dish signed Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco serving dish, crafted circa 1935 and signed by Chase, represents the height of streamlined modern design characteristic of the Machine Age. Chase brass and copp...
Copper
$220Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
1960's Peter Pots Studio Art Pottery Ceramic Abstract Dish Bowl Rhode Island
By Gertrud and Otto Natzler
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage Peter Pots of Rhode Island studio art pottery ceramic triangle bowl dating from the 1960's. Signed by the artist on the bottom. Has a wond...
Pottery
Large Iridescent Pewabic Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl
By Pewabic Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
We named it "The Crescent"! This large Pewabic ceramic footed bowl is covered in an amazing iridescent purple glaze splashed and dripped with hints of turquoise, pale green, lapis bl...
Ceramic
Matte Speckled Ceramic Bowl by Jason Fox
By Jason Fox Ceramics
Located in Burbank, CA
Matte White Speckled Bowl by Jason Fox. A Southern Californian for over half his life, Contemporary Ceramic Artist Jason Fox draws upon his classical education in Architecture and A...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware
Charger in Gunmetal and Gold Glazes by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Studio made charger in gunmetal and gold glaze with graphic design by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase, American 1980's (Signed with original “Steve Chase Assoc.” label on bottom)
Ceramic
Studio Ceramic Planter by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, Gary McCloy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980s Studio ceramic glazed planter or bowl by Gary McCloy for Steve Chase. This planter came out of Steve Chase home. The planter is hand signed and marke...
Ceramic