About CONVERSO
Lawrence Converso's concentration in and respect for Mid-Century American design has earned him premiere dealer status over the past 30 years. With a Chicago based showroom CONVERSO sells to designers and collectors, worldwide.
Established in 19941stDibs seller since 2008
Associations
20th Century Specialists
Featured Pieces
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Rosewood Tissue Box 1965c.
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Rosewood Tissue Box (circa 1965)
This elegant rectangular tissue box exemplifies Arthur Espenet Carpenter’s mid-century modern vision. Carpenter was a self-t...
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes
Materials
Rosewood
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Wood Block, Solid Alternating Walnut and Mahogany
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Wood Block or Decorative Tray 1960's
Handmade at the Espenet studio in Bolinas, California, this striking object is crafted from alternating strips of solid ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International MR Chaise Lounge 1927 design
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll & Drake
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International – MR Chaise Lounge, 1927 Design
A timeless modernist icon designed in 1927 by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. T...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Chaise Longues
Materials
Chrome
Arthur Espenet Wooden Box 1961
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Exotic Walnut Box, 1961
A finely crafted wooden box by celebrated California studio furniture maker Arthur Espenet Carpenter, dated 1961. Made from richly fi...
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Teak Bowl with Utensils, 1957
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Teak Bowl with Utensils, 1957
United States, circa 1950s
A finely hand-turned teak bowl by renowned California woodworker Arthur Espenet Carpenter, accompani...
Category
Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Serving Bowls
Materials
Teak
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Oiled Walnut Coffee Table 1965
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Oiled Walnut Coffee Table, 1965
A sculptural walnut coffee table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1965. The elongated base...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Side Table for Craft Associates in Oiled Walnut 1965
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall Side Table for Craft Associates in Oiled Walnut, 1965
A striking mid-century modern side table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1965. The sculp...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Danish Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman 1960c.
Located in Chicago, IL
Danish Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman, c. 1960
Elegant mid-century lounge chair and ottoman featuring solid oiled walnut bases and a sculptural profile. The lounge chair includes a ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Wrought Iron Coffee Table in Narra Wood 1960
By Arthur Espenet Carpenter
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Wrought Iron Coffee Table in Narra Wood 1960
Great length for those long sofas, or used behind sofa as display platform
Dimensions: 13¼″ H × 86″ W × 23″ D
Si...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wrought Iron
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs—1960s
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs—1960s
Originally introduced as part of the iconic 1966 Collection with their clean lines and durable materials, Constructed of alu...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Large Bitossi ‘Etruscan’ Decor Floor Vase / Umbrella Stand by Aldo Londi 1950
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Bitossi ‘Etruscan’ Decor Floor Vase / Umbrella Stand by Aldo Londi 1950
A rare, very large perforated cylindrical vase or umbrella stand designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi Cera...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
William (Billy) Haines — Pair of Swivel Stools, c. 1955
By William Billy Haines
Located in Chicago, IL
William (Billy) Haines — Pair of Swivel Stools, c. 1955
Upholstery, painted wood
Dimensions: 12 h × 21 dia in (30 × 53 cm)
A sophisticated pair of low swivel stools by legendary Holl...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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