Pasadena

Provenance Acquired by the artist directly from the artist Signed "Budicin" on lower left Artist Statement "Most villages were mostly abandoned, city life was the preference. The few left in the village were very graceful and kind. As I was painting a small crowd gathered to watch. It began to rain. I was kept dry by an umbrella held over me provided by the local people. —John Budicin...

This is an outstanding set of 6 hand carved Italian Faux Bois Dining Chairs. This particular example of c. 1980's faux bois carving stands out from other examples of faux bois in tha...

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "Dan Schultz" on lower right UNFRAMED: 9" x 12" FRAMED: 12.25" x 15.25' x 1.125"

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist UNFRAMED: 16" x 20" FRAMED: 19.75" x 23.75" x 1.5" Artist Statement "'Autumn Roses' encapsulates a haunting narrative, merging nature's poignant cycle. Within a softly lit room, where a glass pitcher, once filled with life, cradles a bouquet of withered roses. Amidst this tableau, a dance of warm candlelight weaves an intimate and reflective ambiance. I invite the viewer to discover solace within the delicate harmony of life and decay, symbolized through a visual tapestry of contrasts: a vibrant peach beside faded roses, radiant candles amidst subtle decay, and the whispered promise of untold stories held within a closed book." — Alex Tabet

This vintage oil still life painting of a bunch of vibrant red strawberries in a fine shimmering silver bowl set against a moody black backgroun...

This is a stunning and exceptional Giacometti-Style cast bronze faux bois occasional table. The table is formed by 4 faux boise legs with intertwined branches united by a central fau...

Pablo Picasso Toros Y Toreros Luis Miguel Dominges Lithograph 129 :500 numbered Wonderful Pablo Picasso lithograph of ''Toros Y Toreros...

This mid-20th-century wall mirror features a striking oval frame in metal with a warm, antiqued bronze patina. The design draws from Baroque Revival aesthetics, evident in the richly...

This a great example of a mid-20th century, circa 1950s, Elephant sculpture. The elephant has been eloquently detailed with all of his wondrous wrinkles and glass eyes. The leather e...

Chanel Silver CC Opal Crystal Pearl Small Brooch *Marked 17 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box  -It is approximately 1." x 1.4". -Very classic -In a pristine condition AB...

Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist. Signed "Mian Situ" on lower right Description In this oil painting titled, In Tradition, Mian Situ pays tribute to the ...

This is a very good example of a Meiji Period Sendai Tansu in Keyaki wood. This one-part tansu dates to circa 1880 and is in very good overall condition a...

Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "A. Sidrane" on lower right Description Painted on plein air in the artist's community of Portuguese Bend...

This is a beautifully crafted Edwardian/Deco period Sterling Silver Lady's Compact or necessaire. This stunning engraved and monogrammed compact opens to reveal a sterling silver interior with fittings for two different types of coins and a covered powder dispenser...

This is a beautiful example of an early Minimalist 17th century Italian Cassone that would integrate seamlessly into a Gothic inspired design. The cassone is in overall good conditio...

This elegant set of eight Mouette ("Seagull") dining chairs made by the Baumann manufacture in France, showcases a very unique craftsmanship. Each chair features a distinctive oval c...

Artist Statement: "Over a decade ago, before this Fatburger location in Sherman Oaks was renovated, I was admiring the evening neon light bouncing off of these chrome stools. I had even started to paint the entire parking lot full of cars across the street, but decided that the mood of the piece would be enhanced if I changed it to a seaside location, making this piece more of a fiction. Story often draws me into a painting, and I felt the exaggerated aloneness was more connected to the feelings of inspiration I found in this place." -- Tony Peters Artwork Description: Night Burger by Tony Peters is a breathtaking oil on canvas painting that captures a considered and tranquil atmosphere with striking detail. This oil on canvas piece depicts a solitary fast food worker, standing alone inside an illuminated burger stand and gazing out into the night sky towards a distant beach with crashing waves. The painting's warm and vibrant colors bring to life the peaceful and serene mood of the scene. The figure in the painting wears an orange uniform and grey cap, with no customers present, creating a sense of solitude and introspection. The neon lights that illuminate the burger stand enhance the painting's warm and calming ambiance, reflecting the worker's silent reflection. The harmony between the worker's outfit and the neon lights creates a subtle yet cohesive effect, adding to the painting's overall beauty. Night Burger by Tony Peters inspires rumination and contemplation. Its minimalist presentation adds a contemporary touch to the piece, making it a perfect addition to any modern or traditional setting. This painting captures the beauty of the mundane and celebrates the peace that can be found in solitude. Framed: 37.625" x 37.625" x 2"; Unframed: 36" x 36" Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "Peters" on lower left Exhibited California Art Club...

Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Crystal 2 Strand Necklace *Marked 10 *Made in France -It is approximately 0.75″ x 0.60" for the large pendants and 0.55" x 0.45" for the small pe...

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "Alexey Steele" on lower right UNFRAMED: 26" x 32" FRAMED: 34.5" x 40.5" x 2.375" Artist Statement “Every year I am fascinated by the bloom that California spring...

Expressive Abstract painting of machinery. Randall uses deep reds complemented with greenish-yellows. The piece sits in a patinated grey frame. Randall had a fascination with labor...

Peace Menorah, 1980 Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989) Cast Bronze mounted to Jerusalem Stone base Signed Lower Center Edition H.C. Lower Center (aside from the edition of 250)

This appealing handbuilt vintage oval wood coffee table is made from varying sized planks of wood and was put together using wood dowels. A great pairing to your couch and it will ce...

Elegant yet inviting this set of 8 Mid-Century dining chairs is fantastic. The set includes 6 ample side chairs and 2 handsome arm chairs. The chair frames have been stripped down to...

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "Moses" on lower left UNFRAMED: 24" x 26" FRAMED: 28" x 30" x 2.125" Artist Statement "Fireworks, an aerial celebration of...

Mid-Century Pair of Lightolier sconces made of frosted glass is a clear glass edge and chrome hardware to hold it.

Large size masterfully painted 17th century oil panting depicting the adoration of the magi, possibly after follower or in the circle of Gerard Seghers. Works of this caliber rarely ...

Chanel Silver CC Round Crystal Brooch * Marked 11 * Made in Italy * Comes with the original box -It is approximately 1.75" x 1.35" -Very beautiful and shiny -In an excellent condit...

Etruscan style coffee table of forged and hammered iron with a stretcher base, curved legs that support figural panther heads made of bronze and paw feet. Glass top rests upon the ba...

Chanel Classic Silver CC 72" Super Long Faux Pearl Necklace *Marked 13 *Made in France *Comes with the original box and dustbag -It is approximately 72" total length. -Pendants are...

This ring features an oval-shaped natural blue sapphire cabochon at the center, measuring approximately 13.1 x 11.2 x 7.4 mm. The sapphire is beautifully framed by natural diamonds, ...

Incredible pair of 11 foot serpentine sofas attributed to Vladimir Kagan. The sofas have been newly re-uphostered in a high end lush velvet by Mark Alexander in a lovely neutral oys...

This is a classic c. 1960-1970's solid brass stool in the form of a traditional Chinese ceramic garden stool. These brass stool were very popular during the late 1960's and 1970's wh...

Consigned to the gallery, Pasadena, California; By descent to a private collector, Encino, California; Acquired in 1997 by a private collector, Palo Alto, San Carlos, and Oceanside, ...

White, brown, red, and orange lines shape an abstract maze in this signed painting by Paul Showalter. October 10, 1940 - May 24, 2019 Artist, Designer, Painter, Poet, Sculptor Paul Showalter was born in Pasadena, California in 1940. Paul studied art and design at Pasadena City College, and later received a full scholarship to study at the renowned Chouinard Art Institute (now CalArts) and Otis Art Institute (now Otis-Parson) in Los Angeles, majoring in Advertising Design and Illustration. In 1966, Paul Showalter founded the Graphics and Communication Department at the new Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the first major art museum in Los Angeles, setting high standards of museum graphics throughout Southern California. At the 1970 World's Fair in Osaka, Japan, Paul was nominated for Best Animated Short Film for his film titled "The Moon Step." In 1974, Paul founded his own commercial graphic design firm, which specialized in the design of corporate identity programs, exhibition graphics, illustration, and print communications. He also designed floats for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses parade...

This lithograph is hand signed and marked EA (epreuve d'artiste) artiste proof in English which means that it is the first the artist made. Philippe Noyer was born in June of 1917 in Lyon, France. He studied at the Ecole des Roches, and afterwards Beaux Arts School of Lyon. He then moved to Paris where he studied at the Paul Colin School of Art and experienced Surrealism. His painting career took off in 1943 when he met Paris art dealer...

Chanel Classic Silver CC Crystal Small Piercing Earrings *Marked 11 *Made in France *Come with the original box -It is approximately 0.3" x 0.45". -In an excellent condition. AB31...

Consigned to the gallery, Pasadena, California; By descent to a private collector, Encino, California; Acquired in 1997 by a private collector, Palo Alto and Oceanside, California; From Joan Irvine Smith Fine Arts, Inc., Laguna Beach, California. Signed "A. Espoy" on lower left Description In California Lupines and Poppies, Angel De Service Espoy captures the vibrant splendor of California’s springtime wildflowers with lyrical brushwork and atmospheric sensitivity. A hillside awash in blooming blue lupines and golden poppies slopes gently toward a distant view of rolling hills beneath a soft, clouded sky. Espoy’s confident handling of color and texture brings the landscape to life, evoking the fleeting beauty of the state’s native flora and the delicate transitions of light across the land. This intimate composition reflects the artist’s deep affection for California’s rural countryside and his enduring legacy as a painter of its most poetic vistas. Based on the painting’s style, subject matter, and scale, California Lupines and Poppies was most likely created between 1925 and 1940—a period when Espoy was actively painting California’s coastal and inland landscapes, particularly in the Monterey Peninsula and Carmel Highlands regions. The composition, with its gently rolling hills, distant haze, and vivid display of native wildflowers, closely aligns with Espoy’s known plein air works of the Central Coast. The loose yet confident brushwork, naturalistic light, and spontaneous floral groupings all support the likelihood that this piece was painted en plein air. Espoy often created small-format oils like this one outdoors as finished works in their own right or as preparatory studies for larger studio paintings. His style blends Realism and Impressionism, drawing upon the influences of his training under Joaquín Sorolla (1863–1923) and the French Barbizon School, resulting in works that balance truthful representation with a painterly, light-filled immediacy. Historical Significance Born in Spain and trained in Barcelona, Angel Espoy immigrated to the United States in the early 20th century, eventually settling in California, where he became known for his floral landscapes, maritime scenes, and depictions of the Pacific coastline. Espoy’s lupine and poppy paintings are among his most beloved subjects, reflecting the natural beauty of the state and the influence of California Impressionism. In the 1920s–1930s, Espoy’s work gained popularity among collectors who sought colorful, uplifting views of the West, particularly during the Depression era. His florals not only document California’s seasonal splendor but also contribute to the legacy of artists who elevated regional wildflowers to a fine art subject—following in the tradition of Granville Redmond, William Wendt, and Guy Rose. Today, Espoy’s flower-filled landscapes remain a favorite among collectors of early California art...

Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist. Signed "Obermeyer" on lower right FRAMED: 20.375" x 32.25" x 1.5" UNFRAMED: 12" x 24" Artist Statement "Each year, La...

Patrice Allard, a French artist born in 1945, is renowned for his paintings and tapestries. He studied under and worked as a collaborator with Victor V...

This postmodern white gloss laminate nightstand, circa 1980, features a sleek waterfall-front design with two drawers on smooth metal glides with s...

Acquired by a private collector, Palo Alto, San Carlos and Oceanside, California, from Bingham Gallery in the Fairmont Hotel, San Jose, California; By descent to a private collector,...

This is a finely detailed small pair of French Bronze Girandoles that date to the beginning of the 20th century. The numerous swags are composed of cut crystal beads. The swags are s...

This is a striking French minimalist neoclassical-inspired pair of wrought iron and steel gueridons or drinks tables. These petits gueridons were inspired by a pair of mid-century French iron drinks...

Oil on canvas painting in the style of Mark Rothko depicting a color field in mostly warm tones. Unsigned. Mounted in a gilt wooden frame. Excellent condition.

1980s torchiere in the style of Carl Springer with an ivory color body and a white lucite inverse shade ended by a brass trim.

Tiffany &Co Picasso 18K 750 Gold Freshwater Pearl 8 Strands Choker Necklace *Marked Tiffany &Co, 750 and Paloma Picasso * Comes with the original boxes  -It is approximately 16.75"...

A modern sculptural room divider in the manner of Eileen Gray, composed of interlocking geometric frames in a rhythmic, maze-like configuration. Finished in a textured graphite tone,...

Chanel Classic Silver CC Black Crystal Brooch * Marked 12 * Made in France -It is approximately 1.5" x 1.1" -Very classic and pretty -In a prist...

This elegant vintage mahogany display cabinet has a mirrored back and two glass shelves to exhibit your special treasures. Adorned wi...

Sepia tones permeate this remarkable oil painting by American artist Geoffrey Johnson, who captures a hauntingly timeless scene. A woman waits by the window of her home, silent, almost absorbed in the diffuse ambiance of the room? The artist emphasizes the intimacy of his subject, a silhouette between presence and absence whose identity he has limited to a shadow. The woman is treated like a ghost, associating her with the invisible and the forgotten. In all its diversity, art is a step towards understanding human emotions and, often, an opening into the soul. The canvas analyzed here is that of a seemingly banal dining room, including an old-style kitchen area, inhabited by this quasi-incorporeal female figure. This eloquent artistic choice echos a reflection on the condition of loneliness. Few details appear some paintings on the wall, a dining table with two visible plates, a chandelier, etc. The sepia tint is emblematic of nostalgia, reminiscent of the photographic process that ages pictures to give them an air of yesteryear. Here, the artist recalls the past, not to idolize it, but to question the persistence of female alienation over time. The deliberate use of a restricted, even desaturated chromatic range reflects a timeless universe in which the female figure echoes across the ages. Like an entity in a sepia photograph, where the being is frozen for eternity, the woman appears and disappears simultaneously, symbolizing the volatility of existence and the fragility of memory. Johnson confronts us with a profound reflection on our solitude and relationship with time, painting the isolation of women in the hues of a bygone era. Through a technique that magnifies the essential and erases the extra, he resurrects an atmosphere inviting us to reinterpret our reflection on existence. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Born in 1965 in Greensboro, North Carolina, Geoffrey Johnson graduated from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, where he received several awards and prizes for his artistic excellence. Since 1995, he has exhibited in galleries and venues throughout the United States. His paintings may be found in many private and corporate collections, including those of Coca-Cola, Turner Broadcasting, BellSouth, and Wells Fargo. Johnson draws much of his inspiration from his travel experiences and first-hand observations. Using a monochromatic palette of sepia hues, the artist strives to reproduce the places that inspire him. Johnson’s work is powerfully evocative of the French Impressionists’ depictions of city life, interior spaces, and equestrian scenes. From Gustave Caillebotte’s steely, atmospheric renderings of foggy Paris streets and dusky rooftops to Degas’ spindly-legged racehorses, the influence of these artists upon Johnson’s painting is readily visible. His manner of distorting the human figure has also been likened to the skeletal, surreal forms of Alberto Giacometti. Johnson has established himself as a true innovator, successfully capturing the alluring space between abstraction and realism. His work is significantly influenced by his fascination with both the human figure and the powerful architecture of a modern city. Through a feeling of anonymity, figures become suggestive shapes, and the skyline of New York materializes mysteriously in the background. Johnson’s paintings embody the mood of each urban experience. Johnson has “always been attracted to interiors, work spaces [and] personal spaces.” Inspired by a box of...

Consigned to American Legacy Fine Arts, Pasadena, California; Private Collection, Pasadena, California; Mutual Savings, Pasadena, California — acquired presumably from the artist via an art consultant; Displayed at Mutual Savings headquarters, Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California, c. 1965–1993 A 1955 photo showing Bickerstaff paintings on display at the same Mutual Savings and Loan office in Pasadena can be seen through the online resource at Pasadena Digital History Label on Verso Mutual Savings No. 3107 Description This luminous desert landscape, painted in rich yet delicately modulated tones, depicts California’s Palm Springs Desert with a scattering of smoke trees...

This is a wonderful pair of Chinese Export porcelain Phoenix Birds that dates to the late Ching Period. These birds are more commonly ...

Consigned to the gallery, Pasadena, California; By descent to a private collector, Encino, California; Acquired in 1999 by a private collector (Palo Alto, San Carlos, and Oceanside, ...

This painting is an illustration of the classic Japanese novel, "The Tale of Genji," written by Murasaki Shikibu. It captures the aristocratic atmosp...

This is a finely carved late 18th century Italian frame featuring traditional carved and gilded neoclassical elements. The frame is in remarkably good condition considering its nearl...

John Hardy 22K Gold 925 Silver Palu Collection Round Dangle Piercing Earrings * Marked 22k yellow gold and 925 sterling silver * With John Hardy Stamp -It is approximately 0.6" x 1...

A stunning pair of large-scale lamps by Laurel Lamp Company, circa 1960's. Handsome architectural form executed in solid walnut with brass accents, atop a solid walnut plinth. mell...

This is an iconic Dorothy Draper "Espana" Chest of Drawers created and signed by "Heritage-Henredon". We have had the chest refinished in a black lacquer and it is in excellent cond...

This is a very good set of 10 Japanese Imari hand painted dinner plates that date to the Meiji period. All 10 plates are in very good original condition, showing only hints of use. T...

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Green Stone Round Clip on Earrings *Marked 95 * Made in France -It is approximately 0.65" x 0.65" -The green stones look like jades. -In a super good ...