1980s Decorative Objects

FLOOR LAMP AND PLANT STAND "CLOSE ENCOUNTER" BY KERST KOOPMAN, NETHERLANDS 1980S Introducing the "Close Encounter" Floor Lamp and Plant Stand, designed by Kerst Koopman in the Nethe...

Shiro Kuramata's ashtray1. Made of black aluminum. Rather optical art object than usual astray.    

Designed in 1987 by Toso Murano, these vases are classic but rather elegant. They will give a touch of class to your room. Tobacco color with 24-karat gold leaf decoration and inter...

A large 1981 sculpture by Michael Shacham.

Two adorable little Elephants. Made by Murano 1980. Hollywood Regency style. Chrystal glass with 24-carat gold. Very nice bookends. Excellent condition...

Signed European studio art pottery vase by Signe Pistorious-Lehmann (1925-2012). Beautiful organic form referencing the natural forms of plants with the wood like brown glaze of the vase which is enveloped in what feels very much like a large green leaf. She worked together with her husband Klaus...

This ceramic table clock is a combination of black and white round and triangular geometric shapes in 1980s Memphis style. Working mechanism with metal pendulum.

1980s Pear Shaped Mounted Wood Object on Wood Base or an Apple or other fruit with stem Metal Rods mount to a Rough Hewn Base Cut slit in base (as shown in pictures) Perfect decorati...

We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of High Society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th Century to the mid-20th Century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest Community of Italians outside...

Postmodern welded steel and enameled sculpture in the manner of the Memphis School designs of the 1980s.

Larry Mohr (American / New York 1921-2013), "Gita" patinated bronze sculpture of a nude female, signed, titled, and having a monogram for foundry.

This artwork was created by the artist Jiro Sugawara, the title is "Circle" Jiro Sugawara is a post-war artist and he was born in Japon in 1941. He studi...

Beautiful glass latticing and murrains glass cone vase by the well known glass blower Richard Marquis.

A large brass sculpture by Lila Katzer. Lila Katzen said of her pieces in all media: “I feel marvelous when my works find a home. They are like my children. They are my links to the...

- Very Good original condition - Fully functional. - Tesla manufacturer typ-TA 32.

Patinated bronze skeleton, dark green patina, very well finished in details and details. exact copy of the human body.

Scandinavian modern sculptural red metal bowl, made in Sweden in the 1980s. This bowl is made out of one piece of metal stunning craftsmanship. The sculptural bowl serves as an artis...

Dal Modello di Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) - Scultura, "Medusa" - 60 cm - Marmo - Fine XX secolo.

Robert Roesch (1946) untitled "musical instrument" Patinated bronze Measure: Height 34.5 in., length 26 x 12 in. deep (87.63 cm. x 66.04 cm. x 30 cm.) Signed Roesch 1986.

An organic modern Birdseye, burl and lightly spalted studio box by artist Michael Elkan. The hinged top opens to reveal two covered compartments for jewelry or whatnots.

Raku abstract torso sculpture by master potter Tom Neugebauer, dated 1988. Sculpture (which is affixed to lacquered black base) measures: 28.75" high x 12.75" x 13", with the base having a diameter of 11.75". Aluminum pedestal...

"The Meadowland butterfly land", beautiful Franklin porcelain vase by John Wilkinson, made in the 1980s, depicting five species of American but...

Italian Mid-Century Modern transparent Murano glass Female Nude made by master glass blower Elio Raffaeli. Engraved Signature at the Base. It is a heavy Glass Woman Figurine which lo...

Seguso Vetri d'Arte thick glass bowl with a scavo exterior finish and matte interior and base. Signed on base, Seguso V. d'Arte. Made in Italy, ca. 1980s.

Josep Maria Subirachs (Spanish, 1927-2014) Nude Female Torso Bronze Sculpture, 1982, numbered and stamped in cast “58/250 RKP Int. Corp c. 1982” Approx 16.25" H x 12" W x 4" D.

Pair of porcelain palace floor vases in pink conch glaze on brass stands, circa 1980s. Each vase measures: 26.25" high x 15.75" diameter, on a brass...

Rare ceramic Cat candle holder designed by Otmar Alt for the Rosenthal Company . Signed at the bottom

Spiral clock B #2 black body designed by Shiro Kuramata. Dial is inside acrylic edge rounded shade.  

Curtis Jere Postmodern Brass Chrome and Marble Table Sculpture This sculpture measures: 19 wide x 11 deep x 35 inches high We take our photos ...

Bernard Lombot, French ceramist, unique ceramic sculpture, standing green man. Approx. 1980s. In perfect condition. Signed BL. Dimensions: H 25.0 x D 13.5 cm.

Rare Pair of Large vases by Bitossi from a short lived series called the archaeological series which was from the early 1980s. The finish on the vases is done in a surface called sca...

Vintage sculpture by MILOSEVIC. Dragoljub D.A, MILOSEVIC (1939-2019), is an artist born in 1939. He showed early gifts for the drawing and plastic modeling of busts. He thus obtai...

Telephone by TESLA, made in the 1980's. Made of Plastic and Metal. Beautiful decoration. Original condition.

1980’s Italian Scavo Murano glass art dish by Seguso. Hand signed (see detail photos). Measurements: 6.5” wide, 6” deep, 2.5” high.

Large contemporary sculpture "The Needle Hedge" 1985 By Marianne Hesselbjerg. Exhibitions: GRAND PALAIS PARIS, DEN FRIE CENTRE OF CONT...

Solid 800 Silver Kovsh completely ceased and embossed by hand. A medallion depicting a two-faced Royal eagle was placed in the centre of the bowl. On the handle there is a frieze wor...

Pair of Murano glass candle holders with submerged gold, attributed to Striulli. This unique set of two candle holders will bring beauty and...

Set of Murano glass ribbed vase and pitcher with 24-karat gold, in style of Barovier, Italy, 1980s. The masterpieces come in different shapes: one has an oval base and an undulated ...

Amphora vase with handles in 800 solid silver in neoclassical style. The body is round, rounded and completely smooth. Only on the neck of the amphora were 3 grooves made to break up...

Alexandre Noll style abstract female nude figural sculpture mounted on Lucite square base. Although this piece is not signed or dated, it is very much of the style and simplicity of...

Klaus Lehmann, Postmodern Brutalist German Studio Pottery Cube Art Sculpture No. 337 81, 1981

Elegant silver vase by Sigurd Persson, in a simplistic design that enhances the delicately hammered surface.

Priscilla Mouritzen is an internationally celebrated, South-African born Danish contemporary ceramic artist. Her creations reflect her expertise and mastery with a dedication to form...

Vintage Clock Radio is an original decorative object realized in 1980s by INNO-HIT. A vintage telephone-clock radio model RST 592. Fair conditions due...

If you're seeking a unique blend of mid-century modern flair and futuristic design, this Set of 3 Space Age Candleholders made of aluminum is a must-have. Their sleek, sculptural for...

Johansfors Glasbruk, Sweden. Lidded jar in art glass. Globe design. Handmade. From the 1980s. Perfect condition. Dimensions: D 14.0 cm x H 18.0 cm.

Impressive glazed ceramic vase signed by Fabienne Jouvin on the bottom. This is a beautiful portraiture of the Last Chinese Emperor. The colors are vivid and this ceramic vase is ver...

1980s Speckled round brown stoneware pottery plate artist melching Signed by artist Measures: 13.38 Diameter x 1.25 D. Preowned original vintage condition. See images provided.  

Brass electroplated Bridge Bolts as bookends or office decor. Each about 5 lbs. and 3.5 wide by 4 inches high. Appropriated objects similar conceptually to the works of the Carl Aubo...

The 1980s Raku pottery allure. Standing tall and commanding attention, this large vase is a striking focal point that complements various décor styles. This Urn-shaped vessel is ador...

Round haped silver gilded 925/1000 table box with translucent enamels on guilloche with hand-painted floral miniatures and gold paillons Made in Italy 1.400 grams The Miniatures are hand-painted on a usually white homogeneous enamel base. The same colored glazes are used, but ground much finer, which are mixed with special oils to form an infinite palette of colors. The paint must be gradually dried on electric stoves...

A great pair of Art glass pieces.

Rare postmodern brown and cream checkerboard table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Slight signs of wear ...

Nahema glass display perfume bottle by Guerlain.

Vintage decorative vase with cover or jar made in blown apple green Murano crystal glass, designed and signed by Carlo Moretti. Can be accompanied by the same item in amethyst color ...

Amber color Murano glass bubble vase with Morise attributed to Donà, 1980s, Italy This refined vase is the perfect condensation of the Murano glassblowing art and tradition. Many ty...

Alex Berdal (Perpignan, 1945) Phoenix, 1980 Bronze with brown patination. Stone base. Signed along the side. Numbered 4/8 Foundry mark « Fonderie de la Plaine » Height : 15,5 cm Total Height : 28 cm Width : 51 cm Depth : 10 cm Bibliography : Berdal, sculptures, Editions Le Chardon...

Alvar Aalto designed the iconic “Savoy” vase for Iittala of Finland. Considered one of the most revered designers of the 20th century, Aalto created this vase as part of a 10-piece c...