Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen Two-Position Reclining Chair, 20 Century

Bamana N'tomo mask, Mali, 20th century "Generally surmounted by three to eight horns forming a comb, the N'tomoface mask refers to a moment of compulsory education given to uncircumcised young boys in certain West African societies. The mask's discreet, even absent, mouth emphasizes the behavior expected of them in their future adult life after training: controlling and measuring their words, knowing how to keep quiet, preserving secrets and enduring pain in silence." Excerpt from Masques du N'tomo, Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière Collection, Musée du Quai Branly Jacques Chirac, France. The Bambara, or Bamana, live in central and southern Mali. Their name means “unbeliever” and was given to them by the Muslims. Animists, they believe in the existence of a creator god called Ngala, who maintains the order of the universe and coexists with another androgynous god called Faro, master of the Word, who gave all qualities to mankind and makes the fruits of the earth grow. Traditional Bamana art objects are closely linked to agrarian rites. The Bamana dance these masks during initiation and circumcision ceremonies for young boys in the Ntomo society. The face, with its vertical outgrowths at the top, adopts geometric features beneath a rounded forehead, including an imposing busted nose, as the Bamana favor this organ in their statuary as it evokes sociability and clan cohesion. Indeed, during choreography, the dancer frequently touches the nose of the mask. As teaching aids for candidates, masks from societies accessible to young boys and adults, such as the N'tomo, Korè and Ci wara...

An exceptional PS 142 easy chairs designed by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy, circa 1970s. These sculptural lounge chairs embody the innovative spirit of Italian modernism, seamless...

A unique pair of wooden two-seaters with a charming period patina, supported by four sturdy, fluted, and ringed tapered legs. They feature simply moulded crossbars connected by diamo...

Presenting you this splendid cabinet in Boulle-style marquetry from the mid-20th century. It opens with ten small drawers, a large middle drawer, and two doors. It is further topped ...

Chic architectural Mid Century lounge chair and ottoman designed by Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen, made in Denmark circa 1960's. This example is in very good, clean, ready to use co...

Rare pair of easy chairs model 4332 designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. 2 Adjustable seat positions.  

A pair of 1960s lounge chairs and matching ottomans by Swedish designer Alf Svensson for Fritz Hansen. These Scandinavian Modern chairs feature sculptural maple wood frames in a warm...

This Easy Chair, designed by Alf Svensson and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in the 1960s, is an example of timeless elegance and comfort. The chair is constructed in teak wood and uph...