Wild Italian Glass Bottle
VINTAGE: Something you don't see every day! An over-the-top stoppered bottle from the 80's by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati. Signed. Free form shape in clear, red and blue with a crazy glass stopper. All original and mint! It measures 11" tall. $475.-
Abstract Vase
VINTAGE: Here's a delightful abstract patterned ceramic planter or vase signed Lapid. I'd assume it is 1960's or maybe earlier by the design and rough glaze. In mint condition. It measures 8" wide and 12" tall. $175.-
San Diego Abstract
VINTAGE: Brought to me by San Diego artist, Don Louthian...a beautiful abstract that he painted in 1960. In perfect condition and in its original frame which measures 44x32 inches. The medium is Casin on paper. $1,275.-
Organic Music Stand
VINTAGE: Here's a really unique, hand-sculpted music stand in walnut and beech designed by San Diego local Daryl Jay and executed by Dave Lacher master carpenter. It stands an impressive 62" high. $2,995.-
Floor Standing Globe
VINTAGE: Circa mid fifties, a lovely floor globe attributed to Paul McCobb with a solid brass stand. Great original condition. It stands 37 inches with a 15 inch globe. $695.-
George Mullen Abstract
VINTAGE: Here's an impressive, large abstract by Oregon artist and designer George Mullen. His talents were all over the map from paintings to sculpture to furniture design and architectural elements. In a vibrant color palette, it's painted on wood then the thin lines were carved into the wood by a tool creating reverse texture. It measures 38x50 inches. $1,275.-
Super-Sized Hard-Edge Abstract
VINTAGE: You want drama? -How about a 5x7 foot painting? Signed Check (Chester) Boterf and dated 1965. It's actually two very similar shades of blue-violet on untreated canvas. (You can see in the close-up image.) $1,475.-
Abstract Musicians
VINTAGE: A really fun oil painting from the 1950's depicting very animated, abstracted musicians in an interesting blues and browns color palette. Unsigned. The work measures 32x20 inches framed. $795.-
Sci-Fi Illustratons
VINTAGE: Love these!!! A stunning pair of original Science Fiction illustrations by noted artist Larry Ortiz. Extremely detailed work in gouache (?) Beautifully framed and measuring 40x8 inches. HIS BIO CAN BE FOUND ONLINE. IF YOU SEARCH HIS OBITUARY TOO YOU CAN FIND INFO. FAMOUS ARTIST, ILLUSTRATOR, DESIGNER, AND FILM DIRECTOR. THERE IS NOT MUCH FOR SALE OR SOLD ON THE MARKET. HE ILLUSTRATED MANY COVERS FOR SCIENCE FICTION BOOKS AND NOVELS. $1,895.- each
Painting-Collage
VINTAGE: Fascinating when examined closely...bits of painted canvas adhered to board backing. Painting or collage? It's signed M. Griffith and measures 33x33 inches. $1,495.-
Industrial Scene
VINTAGE: Moody could describe this Iron-Age themed painting by San Francisco painter Ted Wade (b.Germany 1913). Wonderful, cool color palette and a hand painted frame by the artist as well. It measures 31x36. $1,995.-
Multi-Dimensional Painting
VINTAGE: Such an unusual piece! Very dimensional and textural painting (?) signed A. Turpin. Lots going on with paint, fabric, wood and who knows what else. It's nicely framed and measures 34x19 inches. $1,895.-
Roadway Abstract
VINTAGE: Here's a charming little oil with an unusual subject matter....a birds-eye view of a motorway. Painted in the 1960's by Los Angeles/NYC artist Sam Amato. Nicely framed, it measures 16x18 inches. $1,275.-
Jack Laycox Abstract
VINTAGE: A lovely and wonderfully painted oil by San Francisco artist Jack Laycox, 1921-1984. Painted in 1965, it's titled "Edge of time" and measures 41x29 inches framed. $1,975.-
Danish Magazine Rack
VINTAGE: A wall-hung Danish teak magazine rack with raw linen pouches to store the magazines. It measures 20x24x2 inches deep. $145.-
George Nelson Fireplace Tool Set
NEW: From Herman Miller. More than a set of useful accessories for tending your fireplace, Nelson Fireplace Tools encapsulate George Nelson’s ability to create objects that achieve a sense of timelessness through their inventiveness and quality. The set of tools includes a poker, shovel, brush, and floor stand. Originally produced in cast iron with occasional polished birch accents, these pieces have been updated and are now available in durable powder-coated steel with walnut. $345.-
Rocket Redstone
VINTAGE: Love this! An unusual size but perfect for the subject. It's titled "Rocket Redstone" and was painted in 1958 and signed Wagner. It measures 13x50 inches framed. $975.-
1960's Oil
VINTAGE: Here's a nice, large abstract oil, most likely from the 1960's, It's signed but I can't make out the signature, nevertheless it's an appealing original. It measures 50x26 inches. $895.-
American Modern Dinnerware
VINTAGE: Here's a beautiful and near mint set for six of American Modern by Russell Wright for Steubenville in production from 1939-1959. This set is in the dusty pink tone. We have many extra pieces available for purchase separately. Enough to bring the set up to 8 or even 10. This set for six with all the pieces photographed. $895.-
Charming 1940's Abstract
VINTAGE: Love this…very late-1940’s abstract in a very 1940’s color palette. Wonderful original frame. Painted by North Hollywood artist, Mildred C. Wood, expertly executed! $575.-
1970's Howard Miller Clock
VINTAGE: A really fun “Grandmother” clock possibly designed by George Nelson or Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller in the 1970’s. A hardwood case and smoked, transparent body with typical Nelson hands. Works perfectly and chimes on the half hour. It’s an 8-day weighted movement. Measurements are 56x14x9. $985.-
Incredible Vintage Rugs
VINTAGE: We were getting low on rugs so a call to my Persian buddy was all it took. 5 beautiful rugs ranging in size and patterns and colors. These work wonderfully with Mid Century modern furnishings. All priced way below his recommended prices. Here are a few! $1,200.- to $3,250.-
Danish Mobiles
NEW: From the Studio of Ole' Flensted of Denmark, his enchanting mobiles -still being produced since the mid 1950's. These six are my favorites and the ones Boomerang typically stocks but there are many others from which to choose. Well priced from $48.- to $78.- Quick tip...they are nicely boxed and make fantastic gifts!
Marcello Fantoni Sculpture
VINTAGE: An awesome hand wrought copper and wood table top sculpture by Italian Marcello Fantoni circa 1955. A trio of three bottle shapes on a walnut base. It measures 25″ tall. $285.-
George Nelson Clocks
New: A variety of wall and table clocks designed from the 1940's-1960's by the office of George Nelson. These are authorized reissues by Vitra. All are exact with quartz movements.
Higgins Glass Rondelays
NEW: Higgins Glass Studio has been making these since the early fifties just outside of Chicago. Each square or round measures 9″ from clip to clip. You can order from one to as many as you like. Choose squares or rounds or a mixture. Warm, cool or mixed color palettes in brights or muted colors. The studio has some new equipment and finally, the price has come down! $85.- each
Eames Hang It All
NEW: From Herman Miller, the playful Eames Hang It All in several optional finishes. From $195.- to $285.-