American Classical Furniture

Rosario Russell Fiore (American, 1908-1994) A plaster maquette of General James Oglethorpe, 1976 14 inches wide by 18 inches deep by 38 inches tall Rosario R. Fiore was a prominent American sculptor and member of the National Sculpture Society. Fiore studied at the Mechanics Institute, the National Academy of Design, and the Beaux Arts Academy. Protege of Robert Aitken, he assisted with the creation of the figures in the pediment of the Supreme Court Building, the front of the Archives, and in the Samuel Gompers Memorial. Other notable achievements include serving as a sculptor for the National Park Service and WPA, the Smithsonian, the Department of the Interior, receiving awards for service provided to the US Army, and undertaking commissions for the White House during the Truman and Kennedy administrations. Born in New York, he was active there, in Washington and in Jekyll Island...

This a single piece of wood, expertly hand-carved in incredible detail with naturalistic carving of feathers, talons, beak and wings. The bald eagle is just landing and appears to be...

The Ceramic Garden Planterette is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels of oxygen during firing, inducing the flame to pull oxygen out of the clay and glazes changing the colors of the glazes depending on their iron and copper content. In this way he achieved the rich gradients of ochre and umber and variations in stippling and opacity. The piece is signed by Glick and stamped with the name of his studio: Plum Street Pottery on the verso. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

Broadway Musical Martin Gottfried 1984 hardcover book.Large heavy book. A colorful tribute to the great Broadway shows of our time. Profusely illustrated in color. New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc. Title Broadway Musicals Author Gottfried, Martin Format/Binding Hardcover Binding Hardcover Publisher Harry N. Abrams Place Of Publication NY Date Published 1984 395 illustrations, 112 in full color. Great oversized heavy coffee table art book. A true treasure of a book. This is a very large book, and not just width wise. It is very tall too. There are many pictures, a lot of them in color. They have some of the rarest flops featured toward the back of the book, and the classics are all here too. Some high points are the run-through of how they make (made) "Annie" run every night. There is also a synopsis of "Hello Dolly" which helpful since I have only seen the movie. There is a flaw though, and it is not insignificant. The author does not separate fact from opinion. Example: "Sweeney Todd does not hold a place in the theater". This book came out the same year "Sweeney Todd" did(1979), so it might be just a bit early to say that. Obviously, he is a critic, but he should have took that hat off ,and taken on the role of an author who looks at the facts.("Sweeney" is just one of the hows that gets criticized.) Colorful entertaining masterpiece with many of these Broadway Musicals some of them are THE WIZ...

After Samuel A. Kilbourne (American, 1836-1881), "Game Fishes of the United States", uniformly matted and framed under glass. Clockwise from upper left, The Kingfish and The Whitin...

Set inside a carved gilt framed behind protective glass, this watercolor on paper painting was created circa 1970 and signed in the lower right corner by the artist, George Carpenter. The peaceful artwork has a simple composition with a thick forest surrounding an icy stream in the foreground. The artist method gives us an undeniable moving, impressionistic feeling. The classic style landscape is in excellent condition and has heavily pigmented colors in a blue, green and deep purple palette. George Carpenter was an impressionist painter of watercolor landscapes and exhibited in the United States, Canada, and abroad. Born on December 13, 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, George was the son of George Gillis and Daisy Winifred Carpenter. He married Virginia Forsyth on October 14, 1966 and served in the Korean Conflict with the 82nd Airborne Unit. He moved to Ogunquit, Maine in 1966 to pursue his passion of painting. By his own count he estimated prior to his death that he had created 18,000 pieces of art while living there and operating his studio in Perkins Cove...

Extra Large Custom made with hand cut Circle design at top and bottom of the glass jar . Metal hardware was plated in Silver with an Antique finish . This one and one more are the l...

Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this exquisite vintage ceramic wall fountain mask, a captivating piece that blends artistry and functionality. Crafted with meticul...

A monumental 59" x 82" with frame oil on canvas painting of a rocky mountain vista by John Terelak. Signed and dated lower left and inscribed verso. It ...

The World of Armand Hammer by John Bryson - Large hardcover coffee table book. A photographic journal follows the eighty-seven year old oil executive as he chairs a panel devoted t...

Jim Rodgers (American/New Jersey, b. 1958), a framed still life with summer fruit, signed "Rodgers" at lower right. Succulent ripe peaches, figs and raspberries are beautifully rende...

Texas a Salute from Above Fehrenbach, T. R 1985. Title: Texas: A salute from above Publisher: Brand: Texas Books, World Pub. Services, Inc. Publication Date: 1st Edition 1985 Language ? : ? English Hardcover ? : ? 280 pages Binding: Hardcover large coffee table book. A birds-eye view of the vast state of Texas: Mountains, cities, stadiums, plains, etc. in full color with text by T.R. Fehrenbach. Look with new eyes upon Texas. Its sweeping diversity is seen from another perspective--the view from above. Texas Books, 1985. First Ed.. Hardcover. History; Texas; The Trans-Pecos Region, The Panhandle, West, North, Central and East Texas...

Spectacular America Hardcover Book 1994 Large horizontal format - 16 x 12 inches featuring 180 color plates and accompanying text. Spectacular America conveys all the grandeur of t...

A Unique designed Pedestal ,made from the Antique in lost wax Bronze casting .Finished in a medium bronze finish . Top Marble is 16" dia and comes off for ease of shipping . The b...

Art by Araun Gordijn Fuel Pomp and VW Door Art, Fuel pomp connected to a VW door Two pieces Made of wood, plastic and glass Made by Araun Gordijn born in 1947 Amsterdam Hand made ob...

This is a set of 12 porcelain Salad Plates by Rosenthal. Never used. Very nice texture and color combination.

Hyacinth pink silk square pillow sham, pink crystal beaded flange, zip. Measures: 18 x 18 inch.

Mirror - North American, circa 1975. Rosewood Measures: L 59 x H 122 x W 3.5 cm.

American Realism, a pictorial survey from the early 18th century to the 1970s. Mathey, François Published by Portland House, 1987 Title: American Realism: A pictorial survey from....

Three beautiful bone china gloss white glazed shells by Wedgwood. The shell designs were part of the "Nautilus Collection" and the pieces were made in England. The half shell measure...

Impressionist large Philadelphia - A brisk morning walk under the Manayunk bridge. A bundled up man takes a stroll along the canal trail. A historic Philadelphia bridge cascades acro...

This ashtray features the distinctive signs of style: a hexagonal form and flat cuts, giving it timelessness and functionality. Harcourt This is an iconic Baccarat piece. Bring eleg...

Impressionist New York City, a snowy winter evening on the Hudson. Tug boats navagate the choppy water as snow fills the air. A productive day with the famous Statue of Liberty and E...

Beautiful lighting piece styled as an oil lamp with a glass shade. This piece is romantic and endearing. The base of the lamp is felted, with a brass construction designed with a k...

The painting either orginal or inspired by a painting titled "Sweetheart Cottage III" by Thomas Kinkade. It is a framed canvas print depicting a cozy cottage nestled in a landscape ...

Fabulous traditional style rectangular walnut occasional coffee table by Arnold Furniture. A classic timeless and luxurious style inspired by 18th and 19th-century design. This table...

This lithograph by Dave Fox from 1991 features the artist's signature, lithograph number (1/70), and title "Intermission". Dave Fox's intention in the artwork is evident. It employs a subtler form of satire. The composition depicts an ordinary society event, infused with a pervasive sense of tedium among its participants, where nothing extraordinary unfolds. In the backdrop, a bar and its bartender serve as the setting, while in the foreground, two women engage in conversation, accompanied by a man holding a glass. He appears either poised to interject by social conditioning or already teetering on the precipice of profound ennui, displaying visible disinterest in the superficiality of their dialogue. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is particularly evident in the precise rendering of clothing, but their true mastery lies in portraying the women's eyes and lips, establishing the prevailing mood of the composition: a boredom beyond reality. Adding to the artistic finesse, the lithograph employs a creative use of light, with a left window serving as the primary light source. This illumination skillfully highlights the three characters in the foreground, while the figures in the background subtly blend into a darker environment. The carefully chosen shades of soft pastel pink and gray lend an elegant touch to the ensemble, enhancing the overall impact of the artwork. The artwork sits in a simple black woodframe. Dave Fox was born in Vienna, Austria in 1920, where he lived until shortly after the annexation of Austria in late 1938. Dave escaped via the German-Belgium border, seeking refuge in Belgium. From there he came to the United States in December 1939 and settled in Los Angeles. Dave was inducted into and served with the U.S. Army in the Philippines and Japan. Returning to the US, Dave studied at some of the first art schools in Los Angeles. He studied with artists, such as Rico Lebrun, Frances de Erderly, and Emil Bistrim at the Bistrim School of Fine Art. At the Jepson Art Institute, Guy Maccoy, a noted pioneer in the art of serigraphy introduced Dave to printmaking. After completing his studies, Dave was employed by an electronics firm as an artist and graphic designer. Dave went on to earn his BFA, MA, and MFA in drawing and painting with a special emphasis in printmaking from California State University Fullerton. Dave’s work included printmaking, painting, drawing, ceramics, and computer graphics. Dave Fox was an observer of life and translated all that he saw, heard, or experienced into his artwork. Growing up in Austria, the countryside was his playground. From early on Dave belonged to hiking groups and honed his observation skills, which he transferred to his new life in Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, Dave found new playgrounds – the LA Farmers Market, Melrose Ave., and the streets of Los Angeles at a time of growth and change. It was through his association with Jewish Federation in Los Angeles that he met his wife, Senta. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Orange County, where they raised their two children. Dave divided his artwork equally between landscapes and people. He perfected his skills at drawing the human form and giving it personality and life. Throughout his long career, he always returned to themes that reflected his Jewish upbringing. His sketchpad, always with him, became his vehicle for capturing the world he saw. His interest in Jewish subjects was reflected in the people walking on Melrose Avenue; in the people enjoying Farmer’s Market in LA; in the chestnut vendor and the fish seller; in the Shabbat series, and in the abstract series reflecting a return to Jerusalem. Finally, when Dave turned his attention to ceramics he created a series of Jewish ceremonial objects – seder plates, Kiddush cups, and Havdalah sets...

The Bradford Editions collectible plates! ??This price is for all plates?? The second edition of the collection of artistic flowers "Romantic flower dreams". Fine porcelain plates...

Porcelain Rosenthal Classic Rose Soup Bowl in perfect condition. Very nice size and proportions, elegant decorative motifs. Very nice texture too.

Limited Edition Lithograph by Melchi Hundler signed with an edition number of 140/150, featuring a charcoal Drawing of Hasidic Dancers (man and wife). This evocative limited edition ...

Classic-style table lamp, ideal as an abat-jour, with an elegant and timeless design. The hat is made of fabric with edged trim, which diffuses a warm and welcoming glow. The base is...

Solid Cast Stone bust of male figure. Signed on the side. Flat base can sit on mantle, pedestal or table. See images for condition.

Vintage Italian set of 2 Classic Mahogany Scroll Back Tufted Leather Side Chairs w/Antique Gold Nailhead Trim - Pair

Rosenthal Classic Rose Serving Bowl made of Porcelain- Perfect condition with original tags. Very nice motifs and texture.

Decorative Hand Carved Coyote Floor Standing Sculpture. Add a touch of rustic charm to your home with this stunning Decorative Hand Carved Coyote Floor Standing Sculpture. This uniq...

Set of 12 Soup Plates by Rosenthal. Perfect condition. Never used. Very elegant.

A great design of American or possibly English Sconces . All quality work and finished in a dark patina finish . Two arms with candelabra sockets and 3" ht socket covers . This pair ...

Nice mounted black and white picture by artist Bob Coleman, signed and dated one of his early works great condition, nice polished aluminum in gold finish no glass. The picture by it...

A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting. A chic western country side in pale neutral colors. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Pastel scene by Samuel Reindorf "Americana" Titled "Red Boat" is accompanied but his signed book. Signed Lower right. The Original Frame is made of Wood, leather and glass.

Enrich your decor with this Vintage Boho Original Landscape Oil on Canvas. Featuring a beautifully detailed American-style landscape, this artwork brings a serene and rustic charm to...

A fabulous vintage Boho original oil portrait. A brightly colored composition of a mother and daughter. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Miami estate.

Taupe colored fabric hats with peach interiors upon a voluminous, twenty candlestick spiral burnished brass chandelier.

B/1440 - Denim tablecloth or plaid with strap. Nice and helpful. The price indicated is for the complete one tablecloth with the strap. Without strap : the price is € 240.