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
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
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
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
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
Baker Furniture Campaign-Style Low Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handsome, smaller size campaign-style chest by Baker Furniture Company. Lovely grain and color. Solid Brass pulls. Characteristic Baker quality. This piece has been fully restored wi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Sculpture in Glazed Terracotta by Alexander Ney, c 1991
By Alexander Ney
Located in Norwalk, CT
This work by celebrated artist, Alexander Ney is one of his repeated shapes which we are calling a hatchet head. This one is glazed terracotta in multi colors.
Born in Leningrad in...
Category
1990s Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Tole table Lamp w/ Gilt Oak Leaf Decoration, Italy c 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Charming Italian table lamp, wrought iron with gilded oak leave decoration. New wiring. Shade shown is not included. Height is 28" to top of socket, 39" to top of finial with replace...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Aldo Tura Lacquered Goatskin Credenza, Italy c 1970s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Norwalk, CT
Aldo Tura is world renowned for his innovative use of high style materials, most notably lacquered goatskin in rich colors. This elegant sideboard is an outstanding example of his de...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Goatskin
Column-form Torchiere Floor Lamp w/ Palm Cornice, USA c 1980s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Newly lacquered in a flat, plaster-like finish, this column torchiere has an architectural vibe. Quality construction in a high grade composition material, it features a halogen lam...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Composition
Pair Mottahedeh Old English Lowestoft Lidded Orange Urns
By Mottahedeh
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elegant, hand painted orange and gilt decoration enhances the classical urn form of this pair. Details include removable lids with foo dog finials. Mottahedeh is the recognized lead...
Category
1990s Portuguese Chinese Export Urns
Materials
Ceramic
More About AWK DESIGN ANTIQUES
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
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
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
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
Baker Furniture Campaign-Style Low Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handsome, smaller size campaign-style chest by Baker Furniture Company. Lovely grain and color. Solid Brass pulls. Characteristic Baker quality. This piece has been fully restored wi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Sculpture in Glazed Terracotta by Alexander Ney, c 1991
By Alexander Ney
Located in Norwalk, CT
This work by celebrated artist, Alexander Ney is one of his repeated shapes which we are calling a hatchet head. This one is glazed terracotta in multi colors.
Born in Leningrad in...
Category
1990s Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Tole table Lamp w/ Gilt Oak Leaf Decoration, Italy c 1950s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Charming Italian table lamp, wrought iron with gilded oak leave decoration. New wiring. Shade shown is not included. Height is 28" to top of socket, 39" to top of finial with replace...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Aldo Tura Lacquered Goatskin Credenza, Italy c 1970s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Norwalk, CT
Aldo Tura is world renowned for his innovative use of high style materials, most notably lacquered goatskin in rich colors. This elegant sideboard is an outstanding example of his de...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Goatskin
Column-form Torchiere Floor Lamp w/ Palm Cornice, USA c 1980s
Located in Norwalk, CT
Newly lacquered in a flat, plaster-like finish, this column torchiere has an architectural vibe. Quality construction in a high grade composition material, it features a halogen lam...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Composition
Pair Mottahedeh Old English Lowestoft Lidded Orange Urns
By Mottahedeh
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elegant, hand painted orange and gilt decoration enhances the classical urn form of this pair. Details include removable lids with foo dog finials. Mottahedeh is the recognized lead...
Category
1990s Portuguese Chinese Export Urns
Materials
Ceramic