About Karl Kemp Antiques
The preeminent gallery for fine furniture and decorative art in New York City. Presenting a focused collection of Continental 19th Century antiques, Art Deco and Midcentury design. In addition we offer an exceptional selection of luxury contemporary design of the highest quality.
Established in 19891stDibs seller since 2014
Featured Pieces
Desk, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Delicate cherrywood desk with two drawers and tall, slender legs. The drawers are fitted with brass pulls. The rounded edges of the rectangular top lend the piece a charming, softene...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Cherry
Early Biedermeier Armchairs, Vienna around 1810
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Viennese armchairs, the outstanding quality of the Empire armchairs can be seen in the design of the backrest with floral bouquets and the finest brass inlays.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Armchairs
Materials
Brass
19th Century Empire Bench, Vienna
Located in New York, NY
Elegant two-seater bench, the outstanding quality of the Empire bench can be seen in the design of the backrest with floral bouquets and the finest brass inlays.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Benches
Materials
Brass
Bořek Šípek (Czech Republic 1949-2016) 'Simon' Candleholder for Driade, 1988
Located in New York, NY
Seven-armed candle holder made of silver-plated metal with company stamp “Driade” on the underside. The conical body is surrounded by seven winding arms, each with a spout, in an irr...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
The “MidTown Minimalist” Chests of Drawers - designed by Karl Kemp Antiques
Located in New York, NY
The ‘Midtown’ chest of drawers in a minimalistic version, designed by Karl Kemp Antiques. The chest is crafted from high-quality walnut, highlighting the natural grain and warmth of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Single Wall Sconce in Opaline Glass and Brass by Stilnovo, Milan, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
An elegant wall lamp featuring rectangular opaline glass shades and brass fittings. The wall mount bears the original Stilnovo label. Designed and produced by the renowned Milan-base...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Ceiling Fixture by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy, c1960's.
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in New York, NY
Corteccia Murano glass sconce or ceiling fixture designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini, Italy, c1960's. The Corteccia Murano glass fitted over a metal fixture with two electrical sock...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Art Glass
Large Floor Lamp with Long Arm, attributed to Selenova, Italy, Mid-20th Century
By Selenova
Located in New York, NY
Very large floor lamp with black hemispherical base and smooth stainless-steel stem. The lampshade is mounted on an adjustable arm, mirroring the shape of the base and finished in bl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Single Lounge Chair, Czechia, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Single mid-20th-century lounge chair featuring smoothly polished cherrywood frame. The armrests taper elegantly, and the legs are gently curved. The chair has been newly upholstered ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
19th Century Pair of Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large Biedermeier chests of drawers with three drawers and chamfered corners. The chests rest on tapered square feet, and the profiled top slightly overhangs. The top drawer ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Three Wall Lamps, Model 6755 by Gae Aulenti for Stilnovo, Italy
By Gae Aulenti, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Set of three wall lamps, model 6755, crafted from black lacquered metal. Each lamp features two light arms with circular shades. The back of each piece bears the manufacturer’s label...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Pendant Lamp, Attributed to Venini, Italy, 1930s/40s
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Cylindrical pendant lamp composed of individually crafted rosé glass rods, a frosted light-blue glass diffuser, and a nickel-plated mount. The design is attributed to the renowned It...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
