About whatever gallery
Founded in 2019 by Noah Feldman and Graham Loper, Whatever Gallery is San Diego’s premier space for rare and authentic 20th century modernist furniture and objects. We work tirelessly to bring you a compulsively well-curated inventory of pieces by the industries most celebrated designers. We also offer a stellar selection of 1950s California and Mexican modern design. Our 'appointment only' warehouse is located in the historic Barrio Logan neighborhood of San Diego. We ship nationwide, and offer affordable delivery within Southern California.
Established in 20191stDibs seller since 2023
Featured Pieces
“Malitte” Modular Seating System by Roberto Matta for Gavina, 1960s
By Gavina, Roberto Matta
Located in Coronado, CA
This playful, surrealist "Malitte" seating system was designed by the Chilean artist and architect Roberto Matta and manufactured in Italy by Gavina in the 1960s. The sculptural asse...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Olivier Mourgue "Bouloum" Chaise for Arconas, 1989
By Arconas, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Coronado, CA
This anthropomorphic chaise lounge was designed by French designer Olivier Mourgue and manufactured by Arconas in 1989. The lounge features a distinctive ergonomic, humanoid silhouet...
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery
Brazilian Modernist Rosewood and Steel Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Coronado, CA
This unique pair of mystery lounge chairs was handcrafted in Brazil in the 1970s, and definitely gives us Oscar Niemeyer vibes. The chairs feature a very interesting combination of m...
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Pair of Capricorn Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Coronado, CA
A magnificent, early pair of "Capricorn" lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan, and produced in the 1950s. The chairs have been fully restored from top to bottom. The frames have ...
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
George Smith Zebra Hide "Fender" Stool, 2000s
By George Smith
Located in Coronado, CA
A gorgeous "Fender" stool produced by George Smith in England in the 2000s. This example features the original custom ordered zebra hide upholstery. This low, long stool is meant fo...
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Early 2000s English Victorian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Zebra Hide
"Grandma" Sofa by Denise Scott Brown and Robert Venturi for Knoll, 1980s
By Knoll, Robert Venturi, Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown
Located in Coronado, CA
This sumptuous "Grandma" sofa was designed by the architects Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. This wonderful example (the nicest one out ther...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Down
Early Pair of Capricorn Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan, 1950s
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Coronado, CA
A magnificent, early pair of "Capricorn" armless lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan, and produced in the 1950s. The chairs have been fully restored from top to bottom. The fram...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Coronado, CA
These Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" swivel chairs are sculptural, comfortable and elegant. They have been fully restored in a luxurious, nubby gray fabric by Holly Hunt which enhances th...
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Paul Evans Mohair and Chrome Dining Chairs for Directional, 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Coronado, CA
A set of 6 cantilevered dining chairs designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional in the 1970s. The chairs feature a cantilevered chrome frame and newly upholstered emerald gr...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Handmade Steel and Velvet Fireside Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Coronado, CA
A fantastic and unique pair of handmade petite lounge chairs featuring bronzed iron construction, made in the manner of Diego Giacometti. Crude, hand forged details abound, and decad...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Percival Lafer Patchwork Leather "Earth" Sofa, 1970s
By Percival Lafer, Lafer
Located in Coronado, CA
This Brazilian modernist "Earth" sofa was designed by Percival Lafer, and manufactured in Brazil in the 1970s. The incredibly comfortable settee features a "scoop" form seat with pat...
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Le Corbusier "LC2 Petit Modele" Sofa for Cassina, 1980s
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Coronado, CA
This "LC2 Petit Modele" sofa was originally designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret in 1928. This vintage example was manufactured by Cassina in the 1980s. ...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
