Galerie Sommerlath

At first glance, this colorful etching reveals a mirrored structure, two figures, and two roosters, almost identical and reflecting each other. And it's in the "almost" that the arti...

This composition of the artist Franck Cota is a pure creation of Brutalist design, whose balance is achieved through its verticality. The sculpture is made of metal elements, some of...

This decorative bicolor blonde and black color cane accent table lamp emits a special warmth and comfort adding value to the aesthetics of any environment - even when unlit. Its un...

This console designed in the Art Deco style was veneered with this spectacular and rare Siamese rosewood which features on the same veneer sheet the c...

This lithograph by Dave Fox from 1991 features the artist's signature, lithograph number (1/70), and title "Intermission". Dave Fox's intention in the artwork is evident. It employs a subtler form of satire. The composition depicts an ordinary society event, infused with a pervasive sense of tedium among its participants, where nothing extraordinary unfolds. In the backdrop, a bar and its bartender serve as the setting, while in the foreground, two women engage in conversation, accompanied by a man holding a glass. He appears either poised to interject by social conditioning or already teetering on the precipice of profound ennui, displaying visible disinterest in the superficiality of their dialogue. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is particularly evident in the precise rendering of clothing, but their true mastery lies in portraying the women's eyes and lips, establishing the prevailing mood of the composition: a boredom beyond reality. Adding to the artistic finesse, the lithograph employs a creative use of light, with a left window serving as the primary light source. This illumination skillfully highlights the three characters in the foreground, while the figures in the background subtly blend into a darker environment. The carefully chosen shades of soft pastel pink and gray lend an elegant touch to the ensemble, enhancing the overall impact of the artwork. The artwork sits in a simple black woodframe. Dave Fox was born in Vienna, Austria in 1920, where he lived until shortly after the annexation of Austria in late 1938. Dave escaped via the German-Belgium border, seeking refuge in Belgium. From there he came to the United States in December 1939 and settled in Los Angeles. Dave was inducted into and served with the U.S. Army in the Philippines and Japan. Returning to the US, Dave studied at some of the first art schools in Los Angeles. He studied with artists, such as Rico Lebrun, Frances de Erderly, and Emil Bistrim at the Bistrim School of Fine Art. At the Jepson Art Institute, Guy Maccoy, a noted pioneer in the art of serigraphy introduced Dave to printmaking. After completing his studies, Dave was employed by an electronics firm as an artist and graphic designer. Dave went on to earn his BFA, MA, and MFA in drawing and painting with a special emphasis in printmaking from California State University Fullerton. Dave’s work included printmaking, painting, drawing, ceramics, and computer graphics. Dave Fox was an observer of life and translated all that he saw, heard, or experienced into his artwork. Growing up in Austria, the countryside was his playground. From early on Dave belonged to hiking groups and honed his observation skills, which he transferred to his new life in Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, Dave found new playgrounds – the LA Farmers Market, Melrose Ave., and the streets of Los Angeles at a time of growth and change. It was through his association with Jewish Federation in Los Angeles that he met his wife, Senta. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Orange County, where they raised their two children. Dave divided his artwork equally between landscapes and people. He perfected his skills at drawing the human form and giving it personality and life. Throughout his long career, he always returned to themes that reflected his Jewish upbringing. His sketchpad, always with him, became his vehicle for capturing the world he saw. His interest in Jewish subjects was reflected in the people walking on Melrose Avenue; in the people enjoying Farmer’s Market in LA; in the chestnut vendor and the fish seller; in the Shabbat series, and in the abstract series reflecting a return to Jerusalem. Finally, when Dave turned his attention to ceramics he created a series of Jewish ceremonial objects – seder plates, Kiddush cups, and Havdalah sets...

Sculptural, Minimalist 1980s sofa by famed Italian designer Paolo Deganello (b. 1940). The sofa is discussed in “Repertorio del Design Italiano 1950-2000,” by G. Gramigna, p. 212 (2003). In 1966 Deganello cofounded the Archizoom Associati in Florence. The collective was named after the British group of architects known as Archigram and the journal “Zoom.” Part of the radical design movement in Italy, Archizoom created anti-design furniture, such as the corner set “Safari” and the “San Remo” palm-frond lamp (both 1968 for Poltronova). After the group ended in the early 1970s, he continued with his private practice as an architect and designer in Milan, with commissions in Italy and abroad. Deganello’s work was featured in numerous exhibitions, including the Museum of Modern Art, New York’s groundbreaking, “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape,” in 1972. The Squash sofa...

This monoprint signed Eduard Franz, titled "Tumblers and White Horse," is a 1973 artist's proof. The print is signed and titled in pencil by the artist at the bottom. The artwork showcases a semi-abstract composition featuring a black-outlined horse and a red rider...

This acrylic-painted ceramic plate features a reproduction of one of photographer Joel Brodsky's iconic portraits of Jim Morrison. The artist depicts Morrison's striking features tru...

This painting is an illustration of the classic Japanese novel, "The Tale of Genji," written by Murasaki Shikibu. It captures the aristocratic atmosp...

In this abstract painting marked by broad brushstrokes, vertical and rectangular forms, bold colors - an explosion of red, blue, and orange - the presence of a breakthrough of yellow...

A faux marble Hollywood Regency desk with a single drawer and horned legs. Playing off Hellenic design, this heavy solid wood desk will add a...

Stunning gouache painting of a dancer-like figure by the artist Austino Obi Okafor. "The dancer salute" gives the artwork a full expressive dimension with their long span stretching ...

Sculpture is at its most essential as a physical, tactile medium, and needs to be touched to be fully experienced. Creating a handmade resin sculpture is an intricate process that requires the mastery of various skills and techniques. This dancing sculpture, in gun metal patina finish resin, stands on its wooden base, featuring intricate details, height, singular twists, interstices, and curves, culminating in an energetic union that transforms the static and individual into a dynamic couple. As you let your hands wander, with closed eyes, you can sense fluidity in their movements, brought to life by soft, rounded lines. Every gesture and sweep emits a unique emotion, as if the two dancers were sharing a whispered conversation, inviting the viewer to witness their intimate exchange. By taking this sculpture home...

Patrice Allard, a French artist born in 1945, is renowned for his paintings and tapestries. He studied under and worked as a collaborator with Victor V...

The Tom Dixon large pendant light features a deep, lustrous black lacquer shade and a frosted plexiglass screen which filters the light and creates a warm inviting atmosphere. The pe...

Oil painting on canvas proudly signed C. G. Moody untraceable painter! It sits in a very nice and matching frame chosen by the artist. In this impressionist painting from the 196...

"Black on White on Black on White" is the name given by Segel for this composition. The subject is open to interpretation though some viewers could thin...

Jack Brusca (1939-1993) was a painter who worked with an airbrush in acrylic paint. He won critical praise when he had his first one-man show, in 1969 at the Bonino Galleria on West...

The watercolor painting by French painter France Cami represents a still-life in a semi-abstract style. The dominant color is a striking pink, which immediately draws the viewer's...

Enigmatic lithograph depicting the face of a woman. This artwork evokes emotion and mystery, inviting viewers to take an intimate journey into their ...

This illegibly signed semi-abstract watercolor, dated from 1989, features a captivating and dreamy representation of sub-aquatic life. The technique used in this piece creates a deep...

This modern round black gueridon is artfully designed with a combination of brush and lacquered steel. The graceful curves of its steel base flow togeth...

This traditional Asian woman portrait lithograph features a subject wearing a high black hat on a green background. A red and blue rectangular piece of fab...

This artwork features an oil painting of the beach of Santa Monica. The artist depicts beachgoers and colorful sunshades on a cloudy day. The overall impression is joyful, like a Sunday get-together of family and friends. Dan Shupe was born in Colorado in the late 1930s. He grew up in Venice, California, where he started sculpting early. He took many trips to Mexico and was profoundly influenced by the local folk artists. Dan moved to the East Coast in the late 1950s, where he studied with Franz...

This romantic feeling oil painting of two young lovers is finished in thin washes of earth tones. Signed "Michael Martin '58". The painting sits in a large silvered frame...

Lovely vintage large poster of a drummer boy, in orange, black, white and blue, designed for the World Beat Festival in Kansas City in the summer of 1997....

1980s torchiere in the style of Carl Springer with an ivory color body and a white lucite inverse shade ended by a brass trim.

" Hard edge painting is an approach to abstract painting that became widespread in the 1960s and is characterized by areas of flat color with sharp, clear (or ‘hard’) edges. Jules L...

Acrylic painting of a stylized mandala in red by artist Gerald Campbell dating from the late 1980s-early 1990s. Campbell, a celebrated California artist, was well-known for his large...

The piece is framed in a dark grey lacquered wood frame and mounted on a maroon mat background.

Delicate watercolor of a view of pacific palisades pier. Signed Stanton and titled "Pier and Palisades or Santa Monica".

The background of this intricate lithograph and watercolor from France depicts a geisha playing a musical instrument, while the foreground depicts a harlequin and two women wearing m...

Acrylic painting of a stylized mandala in yellow ( part of the serie of 2) by artist Gerald Campbell dating from the late 1980s-early 1990s. Campbell, a celebrated California artist,...

This colorful floral rug in mostly sensuous pastel tones and floral imagery has lots of contrast through dark black negative space. The rug features a dense plush wool pile.

This mid-century nightstand of black stained walnut features steel drawer pulls and drawers in graduating sizes. The largest drawer, at the bottom, measures 7.50 inches high and the ...

Walter Peregoy (1925 2015) was an American artist acclaimed for his Avant Garde style. He is also known for his work at Disney, Hanna-Barbera, and Format Films during the mid-20th ce...

The artwork features a portrait of a woman made with various colored pencils. It is signed by the artist Gillian Lefkowitz. The artist gives like always in her portraitures a strong ...

Gilded grapevine and silvered leaves ornate the shaft of this lamp which stands on two bases, one silvered, the other one gilded. The unusually high height of the table lamp shows of...

Mid-Century Pair of Lightolier sconces made of frosted glass is a clear glass edge and chrome hardware to hold it.

An endearing, wood-carved wall sculpture by William Westenhaver depicting a young boy reading a book. It is made of very grainy wood enhanced on some parts with black, pastel red, b...

A fun Memphis Group-inspired colorful glass vase with contrasting shapes that seem to be stacked. The wide circular base is clear glass with swirl...

One of a kind pair of beautifully-carved wooden wall sculptures of an African couple. Most probably from a region in DR Congo in Central Africa. One o...

Gottfried Tollman (1921-1986) was an iconic German photographer living and working in Dusseldorf Germany. These black and white photographs in blonde wood framed sold as a pair are ...

Using tonal value to define shape, light, perspective, and movement, the artist's clean-lined accuracy, and simplicity enhance a fascination with this stylish piece. It is encased i...

This portrait features a blonde lady in a red dress wearing a white beanie. The artwork is an oil painting by an unknown artist. The subject's expression ...

Dreamy landscape picturing a view of a castle in France. Large original frame made of walnut. I love the soft and delightful pastel colors that are used. The colors add emotion to...

Original plain black Bodum ceramic bowl by C. Jorgensen.

This artwork is signed by Jim Kras, and dated 1994. The artist used oil pastels to feature a yellow crying character sketched with curvy long black l...

" Two Birds" by Robert Bey This lithograph in black and white is the #2 of a study made by Robert Bey in 1972. It is dated, signed, and sits in a gold metal frame.  

Pastel portrait of a woman by Gillian Lefkowitz. Her portraits are known to convey the mood of the person she painted. After her career as a professional photographer and Fine Art painter, Gillian became a Los Angeles-based interior decorator.

Unusual coffee table, with thick (0.5") round beveled glass; supported by an unusual wooden-carved seahorse base. A tranquil creature of elegance, the...

A set of rare, collectible brass, wood and cork maybe pool table accessories in the shape of falcon talons.

A beautiful, abstract black and white lithograph with a graphic surrealist quality. It is a jagged shape enclosed by negative white space for contrast. Signed L. Siekman.

This exquisite print is from L'Illustration Horticole, one of the great Belgian horticultural periodicals of the 1800s. Published from 1854 to 1896, L'Illustration Horticole featured...

This vintage industrial desk lamp is manufactured by the industrial designer Guillermo Capdevila Abatte. This sturdy swivel headlamp is ve...

Expressive Abstract painting of machinery. Randall uses deep reds complemented with greenish-yellows. The piece sits in a patinated grey frame. Randall had a fascination with labor...

Set of 4 bright red powder-coated 1970s pendant lights. These pendant lights are ready to light up any room.   

This contemporary rhythmic composition by Barry Bleach features soft washes of color punctuated by opaque hatch marks. The watercolor on paper is signed on the lower right, "Barry Bl...

Abstract oil pastel sitting in a sycamore frame. It was signed by Jim Kras (as much as we can read the signature) and dated 1994.    

Portrait of an androgynous figure. Through a dramatic and expressive color palette, Lefkowitz showcases so much emotion in her portraits. Her artw...