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Pair Of Weller Pottery Frogs
Pair Of Weller Pottery Frogs

Pair Of Weller Pottery Frogs

Located in Essex, MA

Made in Zanesville Ohio by Weller Pottery Works. These are two cute frogs in a hard stoneware ceramic. This type of glaze is called Coppertone designed by Rudolph Lorber

Category

1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou
Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Matchbox Series is composed of roughly 4”x 6” boxes that make direct references to iconic NYC institutions. These boxes come with slide out inserts that are filled with oversized...

Category

2010s Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Vintage Elephant Bronze Sculpture Set of 2 in Green Verdigris
Vintage Elephant Bronze Sculpture Set of 2 in Green Verdigris

Vintage Elephant Bronze Sculpture Set of 2 in Green Verdigris

By Loet Vanderveen

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Set of two whimsical elephant sculptures in brass enamel in green verdigris finish in the style of Loet Vanderveen (Dutch, 1921-2015). Artistic green and gold bronze wildlife animal ...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

1980's Mexican Pewter Spanish Colonial Design Curved Picture Frame
1980's Mexican Pewter Spanish Colonial Design Curved Picture Frame

1980's Mexican Pewter Spanish Colonial Design Curved Picture Frame

Located in New York, NY

Spanish Colonial design curved pewter picture frame with wooden back. The top center has a graceful conch shell motif and floral motifs to sides. Made in Mexico, c. 1980"s.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Steuben Glass & 18K Gold “Trout & Fly” by James Houston, Introduced 1966
Steuben Glass & 18K Gold “Trout & Fly” by James Houston, Introduced 1966

Steuben Glass & 18K Gold “Trout & Fly” by James Houston, Introduced 1966

By James Houston, Steuben Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Steuben Glass & 18K Gold “Trout & Fly” by James Houston, Introduced 1966 American, Steuben Glass Works, Corning, New York Crystal and 18k Gold • Signed • H. 8 in. × W. 6.5 in. × D. 2 in. A masterwork of American glass artistry, this signed Steuben crystal sculpture, “Trout & Fly,” was designed by James Houston and first introduced in 1966. Houston, one of Steuben’s most celebrated designers, was widely known for his wildlife studies in glass, many inspired by his time in the Canadian Arctic and his reverence for the natural world. The sculpture depicts a trout captured in a moment of suspended motion, arcing upward from stylized swirling water in pursuit of an exquisitely detailed 18k gold mayfly. The insect, mounted on a fine wire stem, hovers delicately at the fish’s open mouth, completing the narrative of predator and prey. Techniques & Materials Steuben Crystal: Hand-blown, optically pure crystal, polished to a flawless surface. Steuben’s proprietary formula, developed in the early 20th century, is distinguished by its extraordinary clarity and brilliance. Controlled Bubble Inclusions: The fish’s body is decorated with perfectly placed air bubbles, achieved through expert manipulation of molten glass. These bubbles evoke the shimmer of scales and the sparkle of water. Cold-Polished Detailing: Fin edges, mouth, and wave-like base are sharply defined through precise polishing, heightening the sense of motion. 18k Gold Mayfly: The hand-wrought gold insect is finely chased to suggest delicate wings and naturalistic form, providing a striking contrast to the crystal’s transparency. Designer: James Houston (1921–2005) Houston joined Steuben in 1952 and became one of its leading designers, bringing a lyrical naturalism to the company’s repertoire. His works—including Arctic wildlife, fish, and avian studies—are considered icons of mid-20th-century American glass design. The “Trout & Fly” exemplifies Houston’s hallmark blend of simplicity, symbolism, and technical virtuosity. Introduced in 1966 (Steuben design no. 1002-ST). This example bears the engraved Steuben signature at the base. The composition celebrates the vitality of nature and the drama of survival. The trout, emblematic of strength and perseverance, leaps toward a fleeting mayfly—an insect long associated with the fragility and transience of life. Together, they capture a timeless moment of balance in the natural cycle. Steuben crystal animal...

Category

20th Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

1960s Austin Production "Loving Touch" Brutalist Sculpture.
1960s Austin Production "Loving Touch" Brutalist Sculpture.

1960s Austin Production "Loving Touch" Brutalist Sculpture.

By Austin Productions

Located in Miami, FL

1960s Austin Production "Loving Touch" Brutalist Sculpture. Features two nude figures in a tender embrace, inspired by Auguste Rodin's "The Kiss." Molded in resin, patinated to recre...

Category

1660s Brutalist Antique North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Vintage 1960s Porcelain Ducks Candy Dish from the USA
Vintage 1960s Porcelain Ducks Candy Dish from the USA

Vintage 1960s Porcelain Ducks Candy Dish from the USA

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful candy dish made of porcelain of ducks back to back each other in a circle, vive details on a Snow White color yellow and green some fading in the Center due to age. Sign i...

Category

1960s Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique American Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Antique American Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Picture Frame

Antique American Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Picture Frame

By Shreve, Crump & Low

Located in New York, NY

American Edwardian Art Nouveau sterling silver picture frame, ca 1900. Flat rectangular surround. On front, engraved leafing scrolls and flowers in dense, dynamic arrangement with ho...

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mata Ortiz Pottery Vase by Ismael Flores
Mata Ortiz Pottery Vase by Ismael Flores

Mata Ortiz Pottery Vase by Ismael Flores

By Mata Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful hand-turned polychrome Mata Ortiz geometric vase by Ismael Flores, circa 1990s. The exquisite piece made of naturally white clay has a unique black and brown geometric bird...

Category

Late 20th Century North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Mid-Century Modern Elegant Silver Plate Vintage Picture Frame Rectangular
Mid-Century Modern Elegant Silver Plate Vintage Picture Frame Rectangular

Mid-Century Modern Elegant Silver Plate Vintage Picture Frame Rectangular

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern elegant silver plate vintage picture frame Rectangular shape. New glass. Black velvet finish on the ...

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Bronze Abstract Sculpture By Antonio Grediaga Kieff, 1980's
Vintage Bronze Abstract Sculpture By Antonio Grediaga Kieff, 1980's

Vintage Bronze Abstract Sculpture By Antonio Grediaga Kieff, 1980's

Located in North Miami, FL

This sensual and amazing small edition bronze sculpture is by the noted and prolific Canadian sculptor: Antonio Grediaga Kieff. It is abstract and ch...

Category

1980s Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Elmer O. Stennes, Weymouth MA Mahogany Grandmother Clock
Elmer O. Stennes, Weymouth MA Mahogany Grandmother Clock

Elmer O. Stennes, Weymouth MA Mahogany Grandmother Clock

By Elmer O. Stennes

Located in Milford, NH

A 20th century grandmother tall clock made by Elmer Stennes (1911-1975) of Weymouth Massachusetts. The mahogany case features an arched bonnet with delicate carved fretwork, and thre...

Category

20th Century Federal North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage 1970s Howard Miller Modern Minimalist Black and Silver Wall Clock
Vintage 1970s Howard Miller Modern Minimalist Black and Silver Wall Clock

Vintage 1970s Howard Miller Modern Minimalist Black and Silver Wall Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Vintage Howard Miller Modern Minimalist Wall Clock. This clock features a brushed steel outer casing with aluminum hands set against a black clock face. It is manufactured by the How...

Category

1970s Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Sculptural Marble Abstract Interpretation of a Figure
Mid-Century Sculptural Marble Abstract Interpretation of a Figure

Mid-Century Sculptural Marble Abstract Interpretation of a Figure

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous hand sculpted marble abstract bust on a chrome plinth. Organic Head resting on its hands. Carved from Carrara Marble. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear from a...

Category

1960s Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel, Chrome

Tiffany & Co. Style Art Deco Sterling Silver Candelabras, Pair
Tiffany & Co. Style Art Deco Sterling Silver Candelabras, Pair

Tiffany & Co. Style Art Deco Sterling Silver Candelabras, Pair

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Art Deco sterling silver weighted candelabras In the manner of Tiffany & Co. By Empire Silver Company (signed at the base) USA, Circa 1940s Each measures: 10.5...

Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exquisite 1990 Po Shun Leong Exotic Wood Jewelry Box
Exquisite 1990 Po Shun Leong Exotic Wood Jewelry Box

Exquisite 1990 Po Shun Leong Exotic Wood Jewelry Box

By Po Shun Leong

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An exquisite jewelry or decorative box by the noted California craftsman, Po Shun Leong. It is signed and dated 1990 on the underside of the top part 199...

Category

1990s North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Glass Apothecary Jar
Large Glass Apothecary Jar

Large Glass Apothecary Jar

Located in Queens, NY

American Country style apothecary jar with stopper Has a large crack in it.

Category

Early 20th Century Rustic North American Decorative Objects

1960s Gainey Pottery Cobalt Blue Architectural Planter California
1960s Gainey Pottery Cobalt Blue Architectural Planter California

1960s Gainey Pottery Cobalt Blue Architectural Planter California

By Gainey Pottery

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Gainey ceramics pottery cobalt Blue AC 12 architectural planter pot La Verne California. Measures: 12 x 13 diameter. Planter Pot garden patio home. Gainey Pottery. Signed under...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Floating Pennies in Lucite Cube Paperweight in the Style of William Rolfe
Floating Pennies in Lucite Cube Paperweight in the Style of William Rolfe

Floating Pennies in Lucite Cube Paperweight in the Style of William Rolfe

Located in San Diego, CA

Floating pennies in lucite cube paperweight in the style of William Rolfe, circa 1980s. The pice is in very good vintage condition and measures 2.5"W...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid Century Remington Typewriter
Vintage Mid Century Remington Typewriter

Vintage Mid Century Remington Typewriter

Located in Riverdale, NY

Charming Vintage Mid Century Remington Typewriter in original carrying case. Great prop which can be removed from case. 1960's USA.

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Cabinet in the Form of Bass Cello Great Storage
Mid Century Cabinet in the Form of Bass Cello Great Storage

Mid Century Cabinet in the Form of Bass Cello Great Storage

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous bass Cello storage cabinet. Has 4 shelves that are 5 x 5 x 10.5. Door opens and closes with ease. Well made, high quality. In excellent vintage con...

Category

1970s Beaux Arts Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Howard Miller “Richmond” Grandfather Clock — Model 610-796
Howard Miller “Richmond” Grandfather Clock — Model 610-796

Howard Miller “Richmond” Grandfather Clock — Model 610-796

Located in Omaha, NE

Crafted in warm golden oak with bookmatched burl panels and a classic arched bonnet, this Richmond model presents with strong visual depth thanks to its full-length glass door and mi...

Category

Late 20th Century American Classical North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Roycroft Art Pottery Arts & Crafts Green Glazed Ceramic Dragonfly Vase
Vintage Roycroft Art Pottery Arts & Crafts Green Glazed Ceramic Dragonfly Vase

Vintage Roycroft Art Pottery Arts & Crafts Green Glazed Ceramic Dragonfly Vase

By Roycroft

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful Arts & Crafts Roycroft art pottery vase dating from the late 20th century. Made in the USA and is marked on the underside. Has a great dragonfly pattern and the glaze is a ...

Category

Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic

Alexander Blazquez Mexican Modern Metal Bird Sculpture, 1960's
Alexander Blazquez Mexican Modern Metal Bird Sculpture, 1960's

Alexander Blazquez Mexican Modern Metal Bird Sculpture, 1960's

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Alexander Blazquez Mexican Modern Metal Bird Sculpture, 1960's.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Rookwood Pottery Arts & Crafts Glazed Ceramic Art Pottery Vase, 1940
Rookwood Pottery Arts & Crafts Glazed Ceramic Art Pottery Vase, 1940

Rookwood Pottery Arts & Crafts Glazed Ceramic Art Pottery Vase, 1940

By Rookwood Pottery Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period glazed art pottery vase with low relief leaping stag and floral decoration By Rookwood Pottery USA, 1940 Glazed ceramic, in a beautiful light yello...

Category

1940s Arts and Crafts Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Weller Pottery Roma Rose Planter or Compote
Weller Pottery Roma Rose Planter or Compote

Weller Pottery Roma Rose Planter or Compote

By Weller Pottery

Located in Redding, CT

In 1872, Samuel A. Weller founded Weller Pottery in Fultonham, Ohio, United States. Originally, his business consisted of a small cabin and one beehive kiln, and Weller produced flow...

Category

1920s Art Nouveau Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Silver Zodiac Armillary Sundial
Silver Zodiac Armillary Sundial

Silver Zodiac Armillary Sundial

Located in Elkhart, IN

A classical vintage silver metal armillary sphere sundial featuring Roman numerals and the zodiac signs. The rotating bands give this piece a sense of movement, complementing more fo...

Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Bronze Cosanti Bell by Paolo Soleri
Bronze Cosanti Bell by Paolo Soleri

Bronze Cosanti Bell by Paolo Soleri

By Paolo Soleri

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful bronze Cosanti bell by Paolo Soleri. Uncommon shape and design. Fantastic patina and a great sound. Signed. A unique piece from a celebrated artist. Unique attribute to thi...

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

MCM Stoneware Lion Bank by David Gil for Bennington Pottery
MCM Stoneware Lion Bank by David Gil for Bennington Pottery

MCM Stoneware Lion Bank by David Gil for Bennington Pottery

By David Gil

Located in San Diego, CA

MCM stoneware lion bank sculpture by David Gil for Bennington Pottery of Vermont, circa 1960s. This unique piece is in very good vintage condition and measu...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Loet VanDerVeen Art Bronze ORYX Sculpture Limited Edition Bronze #419/750
Loet VanDerVeen Art Bronze ORYX Sculpture Limited Edition Bronze #419/750

Loet VanDerVeen Art Bronze ORYX Sculpture Limited Edition Bronze #419/750

By Loet Vanderveen, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in St. Louis, MO

Loet Vanderveen (Netherlands / American, 1921-2015) reclining Oryx, Late 20th Century Bronze sculpture Signed “Loet” to the underside Marked 419 of 750 edition size. In very nice con...

Category

Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Handcrafted Square Beige Flower Glass Vase Kosta Boda Style, 1980s
Handcrafted Square Beige Flower Glass Vase Kosta Boda Style, 1980s

Handcrafted Square Beige Flower Glass Vase Kosta Boda Style, 1980s

By Kosta Boda

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Handcrafted square beige flower glass vase in Kosta Boda style. In the style of Designer Bertil Vallien Art Glass vase, circa.1980 for Kosta Boda. Sweden Art glass vase Kosta Boda ...

Category

Late 20th Century Organic Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage 1960s Blue Pedal Car Convertible
Vintage 1960s Blue Pedal Car Convertible

Vintage 1960s Blue Pedal Car Convertible

Located in Chicago, IL

Vibrant, sleek and full of character, this vintage pedal car was once the prized possession of children all across America. A popular toy since the late 19th century, pedal cars expe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Native Boy w/ Fruit Offering & Flowers Ceramic Miniture Figurine
Mid-century Native Boy w/ Fruit Offering & Flowers Ceramic Miniture Figurine

Mid-century Native Boy w/ Fruit Offering & Flowers Ceramic Miniture Figurine

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original post-war ceramic Hawaiian native boy with fruit offering & flowers made from lightweight plaster and painted in vibrant tropical colors. It depicts a young Native Hawaiian b...

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s
Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s

By Blenko Glass, Winslow Anderson

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Winslow Anderson for Blenko "Pinched" Art Glass Vase, 1960s.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Op Art Acrylic Sphere on Stand Sculpture by Vasa Mihich
Op Art Acrylic Sphere on Stand Sculpture by Vasa Mihich

Op Art Acrylic Sphere on Stand Sculpture by Vasa Mihich

By Vasa Velizar Mihich

Located in San Diego, CA

Op Art acrylic sphere sculpture on lucite base by Vasa Mihich, circa 1990. The optical look is changed by rotating the piece and letting the light refra...

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Hand-Painted Porcelain Arabian Camel Figurine by Fitz and Floyd
Hand-Painted Porcelain Arabian Camel Figurine by Fitz and Floyd

Hand-Painted Porcelain Arabian Camel Figurine by Fitz and Floyd

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand painted porcelain collectible Fitz and Floyd resting Nubian camel figurine. Beautifully detailed Arabian camel, the camel is kneeling in rest and ...

Category

Late 20th Century Moorish North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Mata Ortiz Pottery Ant Motif Vase / Seed Jar by Yoly Ledezma
Mata Ortiz Pottery Ant Motif Vase / Seed Jar by Yoly Ledezma

Mata Ortiz Pottery Ant Motif Vase / Seed Jar by Yoly Ledezma

By Mata Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful hand-turned polychrome Mata Ortiz ant motif vase / seed jar by Yoly Ledezma, circa 1990s. The exquisite piece has wonderful design and color and is ...

Category

Late 20th Century North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

American Country Eagle Figure
American Country Eagle Figure

American Country Eagle Figure

Located in Queens, NY

American Country style painted iron eagle figure with spread wings perched on gray painted wood base (with date 1912)

Category

20th Century Country North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Pyrite Mineral, 130 Lbs / 59 Kg
Large Pyrite Mineral, 130 Lbs / 59 Kg

Large Pyrite Mineral, 130 Lbs / 59 Kg

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Pyrite mineral specimen. It is an usually large piece of pyrite and very rare to come by in this size (130 lbs / 59 kg). Pyrite, also called iron pyr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pyrite

Mid-century California Pottery Pink & Black Ceramic Angel Fish Pocket Planter
Mid-century California Pottery Pink & Black Ceramic Angel Fish Pocket Planter

Mid-century California Pottery Pink & Black Ceramic Angel Fish Pocket Planter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Pink & Black Ceramic angel fish wall pocket planter made in California. The wall planter features a detailed pink and black angel fish. It comes in a matte finish that hi...

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Faux Braided Gilt Gold Sconce Tole Wall Candle Holders - Set of 3
Faux Braided Gilt Gold Sconce Tole Wall Candle Holders - Set of 3

Faux Braided Gilt Gold Sconce Tole Wall Candle Holders - Set of 3

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A set of three gold metal wall candle sconces. Each candle holder is fashioned with a faux braided metal backplate. A braided piece of gold metal attaches and curls up to a floral sc...

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mexican Pitcher by Los Castillo
Mexican Pitcher by Los Castillo

Mexican Pitcher by Los Castillo

By Los Castillo

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960. We offer this Mexican metal and malachite pitcher sporting an amazing handle in a parrot motif by Los Castillo Taxco México. This is an exquisite and monumental pitcher s...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Black Box Bird Duck Mosaic
Black Box Bird Duck Mosaic

Black Box Bird Duck Mosaic

By The Couroc Company

Located in New York, NY

A black resin rectangular box with mosaic inlaid mallard duck bird on pond with cattail plant flower; all inlaying was done by hand with natural materials...

Category

Late 20th Century North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Monumental 1990s Biomorphic Karen Karnes Boulder Vase with Violet Glaze
Monumental 1990s Biomorphic Karen Karnes Boulder Vase with Violet Glaze

Monumental 1990s Biomorphic Karen Karnes Boulder Vase with Violet Glaze

By Karen Karnes

Located in Southampton, NJ

A truly monumental c1990 stoneware boulder-form vase by master potter Karen Karnes. What makes this unique pot stand out is its sheer size and stunning violet glaze. Later in life Karnes returned to the more biomorphic forms she explored earlier in her career in the late 1940s-early 1950s of which this is an exceptional example. Bio. from wikipedia. Karen Karnes (November 17, 1925 – July 12, 2016) was an American ceramist, best known for her salt glazed, earth-toned stoneware ceramics. Early life Karnes was born on November 17, 1925 in New York City,[2] where she attended art schools for children. Her garment worker parents were Russian and Polish Jewish immigrants, and the family lived in the Bronx Coops. Karnes applied for and was accepted to the High School of Music & Art. As a child she was surrounded by urban realities and visual influences, but she claims that her parents' old-world ideals kept her grounded. At Brooklyn College she majored in design and graduated in 1946. After graduating, she studied abroad in Italy, where she continued to study ceramics. After returning from Italy, Karnes began a graduate program at Alfred University, but left before completing her degree to work at Black Mountain College. Black Mountain College Karnes first encountered Black Mountain College in 1947, where she took a summer design class with Josef Albers. In 1952, she and her husband David Weinrib (whom she later divorced) moved down to North Carolina to become potters-in-residence at the Black Mountain College. While at Black Mountain College, Karnes and Weinrib became acquainted with Merce Cunningham and John Cage, and later lived with them at the Gate Hill Community. During the Pottery Seminar held at the College in 1952, Karnes met international potters Bernard Leach, Shoji Hamada, and Marguerite Wildenhain, as well as Karl Martz...

Category

1990s Organic Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Pottery, Stoneware, Terracotta

A Pair of Turned Walnut Candlesticks by Rude Osolnik 1970's
A Pair of Turned Walnut Candlesticks by Rude Osolnik 1970's

A Pair of Turned Walnut Candlesticks by Rude Osolnik 1970's

By Rude Osolnik

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of turned walnut candlesticks by Rude Osolnik, ca' 1970's. "Osolnik was widely admired as one of the finest wood turners in America and his workshops and seminars were in dema...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Curtis Jere Chrome Plated Sputnik Pom Pom Wall Sculpture 1970's
Vintage Curtis Jere Chrome Plated Sputnik Pom Pom Wall Sculpture 1970's

Vintage Curtis Jere Chrome Plated Sputnik Pom Pom Wall Sculpture 1970's

By Curtis Jeré

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage chrome plated Curtis Jere wall sculpture is from the 1970s. It is not signed that we can see. It is authentic. It is a combination of 5 sea creatures we call sea urchins...

Category

1970s Modern Vintage North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Chrome

"Cinderella's Coach of Dreams" Heirloom Box from the Disney Showcase Collection
"Cinderella's Coach of Dreams" Heirloom Box from the Disney Showcase Collection

"Cinderella's Coach of Dreams" Heirloom Box from the Disney Showcase Collection

By Walt Disney Productions

Located in San Francisco, CA

This beautiful collectible is the "Cinderella's Coach of Dreams" Heirloom / Jewel Box from the Disney Showcase Collection, which was introduced just in time for the Millenium. The tw...

Category

Late 20th Century Other North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Pewter

Robert Levin Studio Glass Blue & Silver Bud Vase, 1992
Robert Levin Studio Glass Blue & Silver Bud Vase, 1992

Robert Levin Studio Glass Blue & Silver Bud Vase, 1992

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage studio art glass bud vase features streamlined oval form with flared rim, decorated with abstract free-flowing pattern of silver colored glass on semi-transparent dark blue ...

Category

Late 20th Century Organic Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass

Large Earthenware Pottery Planter in the Style of David Cressey / Robert Maxwell
Large Earthenware Pottery Planter in the Style of David Cressey / Robert Maxwell

Large Earthenware Pottery Planter in the Style of David Cressey / Robert Maxwell

By Robert Maxwell and David Cressey

Located in San Diego, CA

Large earthenware pottery planter with attached tray in the style of David Cressey / Robert Maxwell, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Pair Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" Glass Candlesticks
Pair Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" Glass Candlesticks

Pair Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" Glass Candlesticks

By Frederick Carder Steuben

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a stunning pair of early 20th Century Carder Steuben "Pomona Green" and "Topaz" mouth blown candlesticks. The beautiful green and amber tones bring life to the space that the...

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Federal Giltwood Banjo Clock
Federal Giltwood Banjo Clock

Federal Giltwood Banjo Clock

Located in Essex, MA

Typical form signed Willard on the reverse glass. Boston State house on lower panel. Brass eagle finial. Not currently working but can be.

Category

1820s Federal Antique North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Floral Metal Vase

Art Deco Floral Metal Vase

Located in Queens, NY

Art Deco style floral-shaped metal vase

Category

20th Century Art Deco North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Paolo Soleri Greek God Bronze Wind Bell
Paolo Soleri Greek God Bronze Wind Bell

Paolo Soleri Greek God Bronze Wind Bell

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Paolo Soleri Greek God Bronze Wind Bell

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase  by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s
San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase  by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar, Circa 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

San Domingo (Kewa) Black-on-Cream Pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar A finely executed contemporary Pueblo pottery Vase by Darrin Aguilar of San Domingo Pueblo (now Kewa Pueblo), New Me...

Category

20th Century Native American North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Pacific Pottery  Monumental  Oil Jar / vase/vessel with handles   Turquoise .
Pacific Pottery  Monumental  Oil Jar / vase/vessel with handles   Turquoise .

Pacific Pottery Monumental Oil Jar / vase/vessel with handles Turquoise .

By Pacific Clay Products

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful large Oil Jar with handles in a light blue / turquoise color , make Pacific in bottom .This is an amazing piece for indoors or outdoors , even ...

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts North American Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery