About Object Refinery
Object Refinery blends a passion for design, fine craftsmanship, and history in its global search for unique objects. Based in Connecticut, USA, our artisans carefully restore and refine each piece before it finds its next collector. The collection is a hyper-curated selection of timeless designs from around the world. Founded in Connecticut by David Belmonte, a graphic designer by training, whose work in food, fine art, and home décor ultimately paved the path to creating Object Refinery.
Established in 20191stDibs seller since 2024
Featured Pieces
Art-Deco Style Concorde Supersonic Airplane Sculpture in Polished Brass
Located in Stamford, CT
A marvel of engineering, the Concorde was one of the most iconic aircraft ever built—capable of flying at Mach 2, over 1,300 mph, or twice the speed of sound. Developed as a joint ve...
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Accent Table Lamp in Gloss Black & Polished Brass
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Stamford, CT
Over the last century, lighting design has experienced a remarkable transformation. Today’s designers continue to explore bold new forms and materials, but the spirit of this innovat...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Sunburst Mirror in High-Gloss Black & Gold Lacquer
Located in Stamford, CT
Sunburst mirrors have long stood as enduring symbols of opulence and grandeur. Their origins trace back to 17th-century France, where King Louis XIV—known as the “Sun King”—adopted t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Lacquer, Paint
Custom Knoll Credenza in Mahogany & Chrome
By Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Florence Knoll’s enduring impact on Mid-Century Modern design is unmistakably reflected in this monumental, custom-designed dining table. A pioneering figure in interior architecture...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Custom Knoll Monumental Dining Table in Mahogany & Chrome
By Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Florence Knoll’s enduring impact on Mid-Century Modern design is unmistakably reflected in this monumental, custom-designed dining table. A pioneering figure in interior architecture...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Walnut & Brass Table Floor Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Good lighting design is always a balance of form and function, and this circa 1960s floor lamp exemplifies that harmony with quiet confidence. Its design, rooted in the clean lines a...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
"Gargoyles of Gotham" Photograph by Don Hamerman
Located in Stamford, CT
"Gargoyles of Gotham"
Photograph by Don Hamerman
24" x 36" (image size)
28" x 40" (sheet size)
Black and white archival pigment print on acid-free paper. Signed, titled, numbered, an...
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Photography
Materials
Paper
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Sand Velvet & Ebony Oak Legs - Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Eero Saarinen is widely regarded as one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his innovative use of materials and sculptural approach to for...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Ebony, Oak
Knoll Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs in Sand Mohair, Ebony Legs - Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Stamford, CT
Eero Saarinen’s design career, though tragically short, left an indelible mark on the worlds of furniture and architecture. His visionary work was far ahead of its time, driven by an...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Upholstery, Oak
Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Wool by Herman Miller, Set of 6
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
The great portfolio of Charles & Ray Eames is widely celebrated and serves as a model of inspiration for designers to this day. One of their most recognizable designs is the Aluminum...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Womb Chair & Ottoman in Chocolate Mohair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Good design is often born from a desire to challenge the norm. In the late 1940s, friends and collaborators Florence Knoll and Eero Saarinen found themselves disillusioned by the rig...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Enamel
Custom Knoll MR Lounge Chairs in Wool by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Pair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Stamford, CT
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the celebrated German architect and a pivotal figure in the Bauhaus movement, helped redefine 20th-century design through his exploration of form, material,...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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