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A special edition of a couch designed by Adrian Pearsall for Cimons, Canada and displayed at Habitat 67 for Expo 67, Montreal, Canada. The sofa features two Ro...

Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical armchairs in hand hammered and chiseled wrought iron with thick, oak seats and backrests in the style of Marc Duplantier. The l...

2 Elegant French Mid-Century Modern sofa tables or consoles in Lucite / Plexiglass with stainless steel fittings. The pieces are seamlessly made with their clear, transparent bases a...

An Iconic French Modern Neoclassical 1940s hand hammered steel and tin rectangular wall mirror in the form a sunburst in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Poillerat was the most import...

Elegant modernist floor lamp with dynamic cantilevered form and tripod legs with the base wrapped in alternating blue and yellow plastic rattan. Shown without shade. Height is adjust...

A rare and elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical solid brass table lamps / desk lamps / bed-side or nightstand lamps, attributed to Pietro Chiesa and in the style...

Elegant, timeless Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical brass and sanitized glass chandelier / pendant in the style of Fontana Arte and attributed to Pier Luigi Colli circa 1940-19...

Additional References: Robert Mallet-Stevens, Rene Herbst, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Raymond Loewy, French Art Deco and Modernism, Pair of French Mid-Century Modern, Marine...

Additional References: French Art Deco, Brutalist, Industrial, Modernism, Machine Age, Gilbert Poillerat, Raymond Subes, Edgar Brandt, Jean Prouve, Raymond Loewy. Unique Hand Made...

A Rare and Elegant Italian MId-Century Modern Neoclassical Desk / Writing Table by Gio Ponti in solid walnut with an inset top of black onyx glass and brass details. Ponti's design a...

2 pairs of French Midcentury plaster wall lights in the form of a shell attributed to Serge Roche. Priced and sold as Pairs. References: Mid-Century Modern, Neo-Baroque, Surrealism...

An Elegant and Timeless Set of Three French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical solid bronze bar stools design based on Alberto and Diego Giacometti's "T...

Rare Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Silver Plated Bronze floor lamps, attributed to Andre Arbus, France, circa 1930-1940. The iconic standard lamps are supported by a...

Elegant, Custom French Modern Neoclassical hand-hammered and hand-wrought iron table base featuring a stunning spiral form stem and delicate fe...

Still life painting (Violin, Flowers), Oil on canvas, by Agnes Weinrich, Signed and dated "22", Unframed: 20" x 16", Framed 27.5 x 23". Agnes Weinrich (1873-1946) was an early female, American modernist artist at a time when there was little interest in Modern Art in the USA and when few women were artists. She was a ground breaker in modern art. She was one of the first American artists to make works of art that were modernist, abstract, and influenced by the Cubist style. She was also an energetic and effective proponent of modernist art in America, joining with like-minded others to promote experimentation as an alternative to the generally conservative art of their time. Despite the quality of her work and despite the energy and skill with which she worked both to develop her own talent and to further the progressive movement in American art, Weinrich received little recognition during her lifetime and is only recently being recognized for her leadership as an important female artist bringing the modern movement to the USA. The painting shown is an important example of her mature phase of her work. Exhibitions This is a selective list of exhibitions in which she participated during her life. Its main source is Louise Noun's article on Weinrich in Woman's Art Journal, supplemented by contemporary news accounts in The New York Times, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, the New York Evening Post, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Christian Science Monitor. 1915 onward: Provincetown Art Association 1917: Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts 1917: Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia 1917-23: Society of Independent Artists, New York 1919: Art Institute of Chicago 1920: Boston Arts Club 1926 onward: New York Society of Women Artists 1928: Grace Horn Gallery, Boston 1929: Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia 1932: Boston Public Library 1936: Harley Perkins Gallery, Boston (solo) 1938: Boston Society of Independent Artists 1938: Washington Public Library, Washington, D.C. 1939: Corcoran Gallery Biennial, Washington, D.C. 1939: Fogg Art Museum Twentieth Century Club, Boston 1939: Witherstine Gallery, Boston 1939: Institute of Modern Art, Boston 1945: Woljeska Gallery, Brooklyn, New York    Detailed Biography: Agnes Weinrich was born in 1873 on a prosperous farm in south east Iowa. Both her father and mother were German immigrants and German was the language spoken at home. Following her mother's death in 1879 she was raised by her father, Christian Weinrich. In 1894, at the age of 59, he retired from farming and moved his household, including his three youngest children—Christian Jr. (24), Agnes (21), and Lena (17), to nearby Burlington, Iowa, where Agnes attended the Burlington Collegiate Institute from which she graduated in 1897.[1][2][3] Christian took Agnes and Lena with him on a trip to Germany in 1899 to reestablish links with their German relatives. When he returned home later that year, he left the two women in Berlin with some of these relatives, and when, soon after his return, he died, they inherited sufficient wealth to live independently for the rest of their lives. Either before or during their trip to Germany Lena had decided to become a musician and while in Berlin studied piano at the Stern Conservatory. On her part, Agnes had determined to be an artist and began studies toward that end at the same time.[1][4] In 1904 the two returned from Berlin and settled for two years in Springfield, Illinois, where Lena taught piano in public schools and Agnes painted in a rented studio. At this time Lena changed her name to Helen. In 1905 they moved to Chicago where Agnes studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago under John Vanderpoel, Nellie Walker, and others. In 1909 Agnes and Helen returned to Berlin and traveled from there to Munich, where Agnes studied briefly under Julius Exter, and on to Rome, Florence, and Venice before returning to Chicago.[5] They traveled to Europe for the third, and last, time in 1913, spending a year in Paris. There, they made friends with American artists and musicians who had gathered there around the local art scene. Throughout this period, the work Agnes produced was skillful but unoriginal—drawings, etching, and paintings in the dominant academic and impressionist styles. On her return from Europe in 1914, she continued to study art, during the warm months of the year in Provincetown, Massachusetts,[1] where she was a member of the Provincetown Printers art colony in Massachusetts,[6] and during the colder ones in New York City. In Provincetown she attended classes at Charles Hawthorne's Cape Cod School of Art and in New York, the Art Students League.[ In 1930 Weinrich put together a group show for modernists at the GRD Gallery in New York. The occasion was the first time a group of Provincetown artists exhibited together in New York. For it she selected works by Knaths, Charles Demuth, Oliver Chaffee, Margarite and William Zorach, Jack Tworkov, Janice Biala, Niles Spencer, E. Ambrose Webster, and others. Although she had led a full and productive life devoted to development of her own art and to the advancement of modernism in art, she did not cease to work toward both objectives. She continued to work in oil on canvas and board, pastel and crayon on paper, and woodblock printing. Her output continued to vary in subject matter and treatment. For example, Still Life with Leaves, circa 1930 (oil on canvas, 18 x 24 inches) contains panels of contrasting colors with outlining similar to Knaths's style. Movement in C Minor, circa 1932 (oil on board, 9 x 12 inches) is entirely abstract. It too relates to Knaths's work, both in treatment (again, outlined panels of contrasting colors) and in its apparent relationship to music, something in which Knaths was also interested. Fish Shacks...

Pair of rare prototypes from the early history of the helicopter: Two French helicopter chairs including pilot and co-pilot's seats attributed to Louis Breguet similar to those of th...

A Rare sculpture / organic modern bench in thick, layered and molded plywood attributed to the European-American artist, sculptor, designer, Frederick J. Kiesler (born in Ukraine, 1890-1965) circa 1947. The works are important and signify the development of post-war design into abstract biomorphic sculptural forms. They occupy a curving, organic space and their negative space conveys transparency, lightness and airiness.They represent the continuity between art and life, movement and sculpture. Frederick Kiesler designed variant sculptural organic form chairs...

Two Rare Organic Modernist Sculptures that also function as lounge chairs and attributed to the European-American artist, sculptor and designer, Frederick Kiesler (born in Ukraine, 1890-1965). The pieces are hand crafted and composed of thick, layered and molded oak plywood and then hand lacquered. The works are important and signify the development of post-war design into abstract biomorphic sculptural forms. They occupy a curving, organic space and their negative space conveys transparency, lightness and airiness.They represent the continuity between art and life, movement and sculpture. The artist, Frederick Kiesler designed variant sculptural "Multi-Use Chairs" for Robert Motherwell's home in Provincetown circa 1947. The pieces are priced and sold individually but can also be purchased as a pair. An accompanying sculptural, organic form bench...

An Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern brass, chrome and smoked green glass console / sofa table in the style of Willy Rizzo for Maison Jansen, circa 1970 with the smoked glass by Fontana Arte. This double tier console...

Elegant Large, Round French Modern Craftsman Mirror in the style of Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. The mirror is composed of a round central mirror p...

A Rare and Elegant French Midcentury modernist lounge, club chair / armchair in Lucite, Plexiglass. The piece sits low to the ground and has a unique, aerodynamic form, yet is large ...

An Elegant and Timeless French Mid-Century Modern double tier Lucite, brass and glass trapezoid form console or sofa table, designed by Pierre Vandel and for the Hermes boutique in F...

2 French Mid-Century Modern Perspex / Plexiglass valets with coat stands and pants rack. One piece has a jewelry box and one does not. Priced and sold indiv...

An Elegant, Large, Square, French Mid-Century Modern, double level cocktail table in Lucite and brass by Pierre Vandel, France, circa 1970. The square form of this table is rare and ...

A Pair of Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Hand Blown Ice Glass Sconces Attributed to the leading Finnish designer, Tapio Wirkkala, circa 1970. Their shape is a subtle, elliptic...

Elegant Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Glass Wall Sconces attributed to Tapio Wirkkala, Finland circa 1970. These are a pair of sober modern wall lights in thick colorless ...

Two Pairs of Italian Mid-Century Modern, thick hand blown Murano / Venetian glass wall lights in colorless opaque glass in an ice glass patt...

Elegant Pair of Italian MId-Century Modern Hand Blown Murano Ice Glass Sconces by Mazzega. The glass is hand blown in an ice glass pattern and...

A Scandinavian Mid-Century Organic Modern 'Swan' Sofa in Leather & Faux Leather Attributed to Arne Jacobsen, Sweden, circa 1960. Upholstered in its original leather with unique c...

Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern, cantilevered lounge chairs attributed to Augusto Bozzi. The chairs feature an innovative architectural structure and transparent aesthetic...

Elegant pair of French Midcentury Modern hand-hammered solid brass table lamps in the spirit of Jean-Michel Frank in a round / circular / globe form transmitting a sober, modern spir...

A Rare Italian Mid-Century Modern Console / Writing Table by Ico Parisi, Italy circa 1955. The console has a exceptional, modernist form while being accented with diverse, compliment...

An Iconic French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical gilt wrought iron round cocktail table or side / end table by Rene Drouet, France, 1940. The piece has an enchanting form with dynami...

An Elegant and Timeless French Art Deco / Mid-century Modern cocktail table in the Modern Neoclassical spirit by iconic French designer, Rene Drouet, France, circa 1940. The subtle a...

A Rare French Mid-Century Gilt Wrought Iron Stool / Bench by Rene Drouet, France, 1940. Drouet was one of the most important pre WWII creators in France and this work was emblematic ...

An Elegant French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Brass Faux Bamboo and Travertine Console by Maison Bagues circa 1960-1970. The piece is sublimely French using a spare, modern form ...

Pair of French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical end or side tables attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux for Maison Jansen. The pieces have a rare, compelling energy as they balance moder...

An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Midcentury Modern Neoclassical Side or End Tables in Gilt Bronze and Marble by Maison Bagues.The tables are created with a sensuous and rare Ba...

Elegant, sober and dramatic pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical walnut side chairs from circle of Gio Ponti, Italy, circa 1950. A combination of beautiful form, lines and...

An Elegant Italian Midcentury Modern Umbrella Stand or Trash Bin in the style of Gio Ponti. The piece is a modern multi-functional object, a trash bin or an umbrella stand. Above all...

An Elegant Pair of French Midcentury Modern Floor Lamps in Hand Stitched Black Leather. Attributed to the French Master 20th Century Designer, Jacques Adnet circa 1955. This classic...

Elegant, Timeless French Mid-Century Modern Stool, Ottoman or Bench Hand-crafted and hand-knotted in Rope by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, France, circa 1960-1970. This modern craft...

A Magical, Rare French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Floor Lamp / Light Sculpture in Rattan Attributed to Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Roi. This minimalist sculpture reflects 1960's culture with its pure, natural aesthetic that was an integral part of American Post-Minimalism and Italian 'Arte Povera'. Simple, everyday materials are used to create an ethereal statement that transcends functional lighting and extends to the realm of light sculpture. The rattan outer structure is in the form of an ellipse that is aesthetically vibrant from every angle; the inner light source is shrouded in a cotton covering that softens the light, adding to the mystery of light itself. Height: 48 x 24 x12 Additional References: Isamu Noguchi, Otto Piene, James Turrrell, RM Fischer...

An Iconic Italian Mid-Century Sofa / Settee / Pair of Lounge Chairs by Piero Lissoni in a sleek, contemporary, low, square form circa 1970-1975. The sofa is modular, multi-functional...

An Elegant and Important Trend-setting Pair of Large French Rattan Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Roi for Edition Rougier, circa 1955. This is a rare model w...

Elegant, modern and timeless french Mid-Century Modern hand-stitched leather and brass floor lamp attributed to Jacques Adnet. The lamp has a exquisite, pure form with its solid bras...

An elegant, sober French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical / French Late Art Deco cut crystal chandelier attributed to Maison Bagues, Paris, 1930. The piece has an eye-pleasing, classi...

A Rare, elegant, sober, minimalist Italian Mid-Century Modern chandelier in the style of Fontana Arte composed of eight mold blown clear Murano glass reflectors arranged in a cross p...

A Rare and Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Mirrors attributed to Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. These exquisite pieces combine a timeless neoclassical shield b...

An Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Lounge or Slipper Chairs in a solid hardwood frame and covered in a glove-like leather. These chairs are derived from neoclassical design ideas that are several centuries old. They are also characteristic of "Butaque,” the Mexican name for the low, inclined J-shaped wooden lounger...

An Exceptional Italian Mid-Century Cocktail / Coffee Table or Side / End Table in the Modern Neoclassical Style in the style of Ico Parisi, Italy, circa 1951. This elegant and timele...

An early French Architectural Mid-Century Modernist sofa / daybed by A.R.P. Atelier de Recherche Plastique and with a fabric color. The sofa / divan presents a pure 1960 architectura...

An important French Mid-Century Modern thick pile carpet in wool known as "1930" in a Cubist Design by Sonia Delaunay. Documentation: Monogrammed SD at corner of carpet. There is a c...

An Original Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa , 3 seat model, made for Arflex, Italy, circa 1951. "This model was first presented by Marco Zanuso at t...

Two of the most elegant and important ceramic works of Vallauris artist, Marius Musara (France, 1910-1991). These French Mid-century Organic Modern sculptures or vases are beautiful, handmade, objects transposing dramatic size with a pure, sober, timeless form. In 1988, Musara was the winner of the International Biennale of contemporary ceramics, the top pottery prize in the world. The pieces are priced and sold as individual pieces. Sizes are: H 31.5 x D 8 and H 23.25 x D 10. Signed on bottom "Marius Musarra...

A Rare and Exquisite French Art Deco Bench in Burled Walnut in a sleek, modern U Shaped, 'Waterfall" form. The piece uses beautiful burled walnut materials and a classic, timeless form and is set low off the ground for a dramatic appearance. The bench is from the circle of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann and is attributed Michel Roux-Spitz. Dimensions: Height with upholstered seat: 17; Height of wood base alone is 10.5”; the width is 31.25, diameter is 11.25. Additional References: Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Dominique, Paul Follot, , André Groult, Louis Sϋe and André Mare, Maurice Dufrêne, Clement Rousseau, Clement Mere, Eugene Printz, Albert Armand...

A Rare and Important French Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco chandelier by the legendary French maker of lighting and mirrors, Maison Baguès and retailed in Paris by Maison Jansen. The ...

French Mid-Century Modern style Mirrored Pendants / Chandeliers in the style of the French legendary 1930's designer, Serge Roche. The pieces are light and ephemeral with their open, transparent, modern aesthetic. Each pendant consists of 2 antiqued mirrored spheres...

An Elegant Double ring, Italian Mid-Century Modern, smoked glass chandelier in the style of Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. The blue-grey-green color of the glass is nuanced and except...

An Elegant and Timeless, Custom French Modern Neoclassical Plaster Chandelier / Pendant or Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the style of th...