About AWK DESIGN ANTIQUES
WE LOVE 20TH CENTURY DESIGN! AWK Design Antiques was founded by Alison Widmann Kinney in 2006, specializing in fine 20th century furnishings. The collection features some of the most sought after classics from iconic mid-century modern designers as well as finds from lesser known, and even, unknown makers whose work speaks for itself. Our showroom features an ever-changing selection from our carefully restored inventory. Come by just to browse or contact us to assure that the items in which you are interested are on display.
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Featured Pieces
"Illumined Sails" Oil on Canvas By NY Artist Jean McDaniel (1930-2003)
Located in Norwalk, CT
The artist was a resident of Hempstead on Long Island, NY. Those work captures a Summer regatta with lovely treatment of light and subtly abstract sailboats. Original frame. In ver...
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings
Materials
Paint
John Widdicomb Burlwood and Brass Writing Desk, USA c 1970s
By John Widdicomb
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful burled wood desk, with brass curved bar-form legs and brass recessed pulls. Three shallow drawers. The desk has been refinished and all brass polished and lacquered. The d...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Work on Board featuring Snowy Woods, USA c 1980s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautifully rendered snowy woods in this painting on board. Heavy impasto adds depth and drama. Professionally re-framed. Unsigned work that speaks for itself.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Pair of Hand Forged Steel Chairs, Italy c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handsome steel chairs in a regency style, hand forged in Italy. Featuring a lovely patina, and nice attention to detail, theses chairs are quite comfortable. Designed to have seat c...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Regency Chairs
Materials
Steel
Abstract Work on Canvas by Dan Constant, c1980
Located in Norwalk, CT
A lively and vibrant work featuring shapes rendered in blues. In original frame in very fine condition. Unsigned but documented as a work by artist Dan Constant. Nice, usable size 48...
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Jens Risom Credenza, USA c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
This quality modern credenza by Danish designer Jens Risom, made in the USA is crafted in fine walnut with a lovely rich color, 4 drawers on the right and a cabinet on the left. The ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Hand Painted Ceramic Plate
Located in Norwalk, CT
This signed work in ceramic features a beautifully rendered face with nice use of color. Glazed finish with an imprinted signature, which sadly we cannot make out as the artist is cl...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Petite Louis XVI Style Loveseat, France c 1920s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Completely charming, small loveseat originally purchased in France in the 1920s by previous owner. Refreshed in a clean waxed finish, upholstered in Cowtan & Tout Malabar. Great for...
Category
Vintage 1920s French Adam Style Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Large Sculpture by Russian-American Artist Alexander Ney
Located in Norwalk, CT
This work by celebrated artist, Alexander Ney is a masterpiece of fantasy, elaborately decorated with rounds and half-rounds decorated in multiple colors. Each side of the sculpture...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Large Sculpture by Russian-American Artist Alexander Ney
By Alexander Ney
Located in Norwalk, CT
This work by celebrated artist, Alexander Ney is a masterpiece of fantasy, elaborately decorated with geometric shapes and patterns in multiple colors. Topped by what we see as a Buc...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Abstract Bronze on Marble Base, c 1970s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Dramatic abstract form in bronze, contrasting a more heavily patinated shape with a dark bronze section. The work has a sense of movement although it is fixed. Mounted on a heavy bla...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Signed Pencil Drawing by NYC Artist Martin Summers, dated 1984
By Martin Sumers
Located in Norwalk, CT
Martin Summers, (1922- 2012) had a long career creating art in a number of mediums, all with wonderfully whimsical style, and often featuring female sub...
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Drawings
Materials
Paper
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