Pair Knoll Barcelona Chairs
VINTAGE: The folks at the former Knoll showroom here in San Diego are no longer selling the brand and have consigned two lovely Barcelona chairs from their showroom floor in the top-grade Vicenza leather.00006
Incredible Over Sized Library Globe
Milo Baughman Sofa
VINTAGE: Designed by California designer, Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin in the late 1960's. Tuxedo style with removable cushions...at 85", long enough to sleep on when the back cushions are removed. Expertly reupholstered in a lovely warm grey brown and perched upon four simple walnut legs.0003
Rare Nelson Sofa
VINTAGE: Crazy amazing sofa from the mid 1950's by George Nelson for Herman Miller. It consists of modular elements, steel frame and three individual folding, upholstered chairs which fit into the frame or can be used as low seating separately. It came from the estate of Peggy Matthews who was the Midwest editor of Mademoiselle magazine back in the fifties. It measures 6' in length. 00092
Platner Side Table
VINTAGE: Love these sculptural designs by Warren Platner for Knoll International in 1966. It features a chrome plated wire base and off-white marble top which measures 24" in diameter. 0599
Abstract Oil/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. 00001
Poul Hundevad Desk
VINTAGE: A very usable desk from the home of a prominent Science Fiction writer in NYC, Harvey Jacobs. He wrote many scripts on this desk! It's dark toned teak with three shallow drawers and one file drawer which has a repair around the keyhole. The legs sort of float free of the main part and the top has rounded ends. The top measures 61x30. 00021
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.
Pair Nelson Dressers
VINTAGE: Such a lovely pair! Straight from the home of the original owner whose parents bought them for her in the mid-fifties. In wonderful, original condition with intact Herman Miller foil tags. Each unit measures 33x18x30 inches high.00003
Hans Wegner Rocker
VINTAGE: Designed in 1944 by Hans Wegner is this J-16 rocking chair for Kvist Mobler of Denmark. It was just brought in by the original owners who purchased it at Scan Furniture in San Diego thirty years ago. It is in great condition and the rush seat and Beechwood frame are just beautiful. 0057
Glenn Dining Set
VINTAGE: A lovely and really practical dining set designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California in the mid-sixties. The professionally and correctly refinished walnut just glows! It is supported by two inset pedestals so there are no legs to get in the way. The 8 chairs (two with arms, six armless) were expertly reupholstered in an ultramarine blue tweed. Really appealing! The table when closed is a 48" diameter circle. Three additional leaves add 20" each. 00004
Swedish Swivel Chair
VINTAGE: A lovely Swedish swivel easy chair by Dahlens Dalum circa 1960's. Professionally reupholstered in Maharam Tonus wool. The base is Teak over steel. Super comfortable! 00009
Pair Danish Nightstands
VINTAGE: Everyone needs nightstands and here's a lovely pair from Denmark in Teak from the late 1950's. Each unit measures 22x23x13. 0009
1950's Storage Cube
VINTAGE: Here's a cute and usable little storage cube with some cool features like a slide out laminate surface and side-hinged door. It's unrefinished and in great original condition with a few scratches to the top surface. It measures 22x18x24 inches high. 0542
Danish Sideboard
VINTAGE: Designed by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad of Denmark in the late 1950's. A lovely teak sideboard with interesting curved teak pulls. It measures 55" long and features four drawers and a bi-fold door exposing an adjustable shelf. In excellent original condition. 00021
Martz Table Lamp
VINTAGE: A wonderful ceramic and walnut table lamp from Marshall Studios of California circa late 1950’s. Designers Gordon and Jane Martz were responsible for most of the items offered and designed this large (39″) table lamp. It is signed Martz near the electrical cord exit.
Abstract Ceramic
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.
Danish Coffee Table
VINTAGE: A simple but dramatic surfboard-shaped Danish teak coffee table by Moreddi from the 1960's. A nice detail are the upturned edges. It measures 73x22x16 inches high. 0008
LaVerne T Chairs
VINTAGE: A super rare set of six "T" dining chairs by Katavolos and Litell for LaVerne International circa 1950's in natural hide leather and black three-legged frames. The leather slings were correctly redone several years ago and show patina from use with the exception of one which was unused. Here and there on the frames shows chipping of the black finish. Cushions available. Surprisingly comfortable! 00003
Rotating LP Unit
VINTAGE: Something a little different! A rotating unit for books, LP's or curios in teak and anodized aluminum. It's really unusual and attractive and measures 21x21x32 inches high. 0005
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! 0005
George Nelson CSS
VINTAGE: Here's a killer Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) for Herman Miller by George Nelson circa 1960's, It features three bays. Each bay is 32" wide. The components are walnut and the natural aluminum poles adjust from 93" to 103" but can be cut down if your ceiling is shorter. If your ceiling is higher, we have wall returns available at an extra charge. There are some nice elements included which are a small desk surface with two drawers, lighting over the desk via an under shelf lamp, two sliding door cabinets, a flip-front cabinet, a slanted book/magazine rack, a divided storage unit, an adjustable bookshelf with movable dividers and a lovely "can" light with two bulbs. This is how I have set it up but all the elements can be positioned anywhere in the unit as desired. 000001
Amazing Executive Desk
VINTAGE: Here's a rather good-sized executive Danish modern desk in teak with two lockable pencil drawers, a file drawer and five shallow drawers...plus...lockable hidden (Bar) storage for after hours! The top measures a generous 74x37 inches. Unique features like the unusual "L" pulls and leg structure set this one apart. Key included. 00061
Plycraft Lounge And Ottoman
VINTAGE: From the 1960's, a graceful reclining, swiveling lounge and ottoman by designer George Mulhauser for Plycraft in molded-ply walnut and black wool tufted upholstery. The tilt mechanism can be adjusted from firm to soft. Super comfortable! 00003
Knoll Loveseat
VINTAGE: Here’s a beautiful, well-made two seat sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. Designed in the mid-1950’s to compliment Knoll’s other designer’s works, it’s super comfortable as a bonus! Just in from my master upholsterer and done in fabric that is very close to its original. It has a solid brushed stainless steel base and legs for nice contrast. It measures 63″ in length and looks as good from behind as it does from the front! 05982
1960's Abstract
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. 00008
Elegant 1960's Sofa
VINTAGE: Such a pretty, elegant sofa in a beautiful aquamarine tweed fabric. Just expertly reupholstered with all new innards and springs. The legs are a medium-toned hardwood. The loose back cushions could be removed for an impromptu sleep over as the sofa is 89" long. 05972
Pair Wassily Chairs
VINTAGE: Designed in 1925 by Marcel Breuer and produced by Knoll, a mint pair in black leather and tubular chrome. This pair dates from the eighties. Surprisingly comfortable! You can find copies for the price of these originals at 0058
Oversize Cork Lamp
VINTAGE: From the estate of a local artist…a rather large, 40″x24″x24″ table lamp by June Miller Grant of Long Beach circa late fifties. It has a wonderful, original nubby fabric shade over a cork and walnut base. There is a makers tag at the base. 0522
Hans Wegner Magazine/Sewing Table
VINTAGE: Here's a lovely 1950's sewing/magazine table designed by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, Model AT-33. Solid teak with two drop leaves, drawer and woven basket under for more storage. I love the way the bottom shelf passes through the stretcher piece. In mint condition from the estate of a very discerning couple. 00001
Tony Melendy Wall Sculpture
VINTAGE: Here's a sweet, sculptural wall piece by California artist Tony Melendy from the 1970's. It's in steel, copper and brass and measures 14x22x5 inches. 00004
Dramatic Floor Lamp
VINTAGE: Here's a really dramatic and imposing, adjustable floor lamp, circa 1960's by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs. A really heavy cast iron base and cantilever weight offsetting the adjustable enameled head. Total height is 66+or- and the arm length is 46 inches. Very cool. 00005
Unusual Pendant Lamp
VINTAGE: A really interesting design in Maple, Brass and Frosted Glass from the 1970's by Modeline of California. It is in mint condition and measures roughly 15x20 inches high. 0586
Unusual Occasional Chair
VINTAGE: Super unusual chair from the 1950's, newly upholstered in a pumpkin tweed. Great design in the manor of Paul Laszlo and surprisingly comfortable. 0549
Peter Hvidt Dressers
VINTAGE: A beautiful trio of Danish Modern dressers in teak designed by Peter Hvidt in the mid 1950s. 5 drawers and some with dividers. Love the joinery details! Each piece measures 32x36x19 inches. Priced well below market at $1,275.- each (third unit is in storage) 00013
Pair Folke Ohlsson Chairs
VINTAGE: Here’s a pretty pair of Folke Ohlsson easy chairs for Dux of Sweden…circa very early fifties. The frames are sturdy “fumed oak” and the cushions have appropriate new fabric. Super comfy and appealing to the eye from all angles. 00001
Big Rug!
VINTAGE: A really large, 10x13' tribal rug from Afghanistan circa 1979 in wool. Jewel tones of wine and black. Perfect condition. 000002
Unusual Magazine Rack
VINTAGE: What a fun and whimsical magazine rack in darkened maple and monofiliment and a touch of brass...Danish?
George Nelson Desk
VINTAGE: Circa late 1940's student desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller in tawny walnut. It's pretty tiny but useful. The top measures 16x35 inches. It's finished all around and in great original condition. There are a pair of wheels under the drawer section for increased mobility! 05921
Sunburst Sculpture
VINTAGE: Circa 1960's, a charming table top sun face sculpture in steel and brass on a wood base. Super cute. It measures 14" tall. 0541
Abstract Enamel
VINTAGE: A lovely and very period enamel on copper tri-panel piece floated over a beautiful teak frame. In perfect condition. Illegible signature but from the sixties. It measures 44x19 inches. 0056
Danish Rosewood Coffee Table
VINTAGE: Here's a stunningly beautiful Danish coffee table in Brazilian rosewood and glass by Sven Elledaer. Circa late sixties. It measures 39" in diameter. 00021
Appoggio Stool
VINTAGE: Something you don't see every day! A biomorphic perch/stool from the 1970's by Italian designer Claudio Salocci. It adjusts for height from 27-34 inches...at the seat. Materials are molded fiberglass and steel. 0006
Set Of Six Eames Chairs
VINTAGE: Here's a really nice set of six matching Eames DCM chairs from the late forties. Unrefinished birch seats and black frames with original, intact glides in great overall condition. Recently back from Herman Miller where they all got new shockmounts. 00056
Milo Baughman Sideboard
VINTAGE: A lovely sideboard designed by Milo Baughman in 1952, the Perspective Line for Drexel was exclusive to Bloomingdale's in New York. Featuring Primavera wood finishes with carved wood pulls incorporated in the body of the drawers. Four deep drawers to one side, the top drawer with dividers for cutlery. To the side, a cabinet door opens to open storage with a single shelf. Retaining the original Perspective cloth label in the top drawer along with the Drexel brand. 52x19x32 inches. 0008
Millard Sheets Sofa
VINTAGE: A beautiful and really comfortable sofa by California artist/designer Millard Sheets. Sheets did incredible public artwork and occasional furniture pieces like this one for Van Dyver-Witt in the late fifties. The surrounding wood trim is oiled Teak and the new upholstery is a warm grey-brown tweed. The sofa measures 87" long and with the back cushions removed, it can sleep one. 05792
Danish Teak Dresser
VINTAGE: A dainty but really usable six drawer dresser from Denmark in teak featuring sculpted teak pulls. It measures 27x16x40 high. 0057
Elegant Swedish Lamp
VINTAGE: Simple and elegant. A Swedish milk glass table lamp in the manor of Lisa Johansson. The all glass exterior surface is a soft satin finish and the interior electrics sort of free float. 17" tall with an in-line switch. 0004
Pair Unusual Chairs
VINTAGE: A stunning pair of high back lounge chairs with exposed ash and sculptural aluminum framing. Just masterfully upholstered in killer nubby grey tweed fabric. Beautiful from all angles. 00002
Bertoia Bird Chair And Ottoman
VINTAGE: Here's a lovely high-back diamond (Bird) chair and ottoman in a textured aquamarine boucle' fabric by sculptor Harry Bertoia for Knoll. If you've never sat in one of these, you're in for a treat. Super, super comfortable. This set came from a Point Loma estate and was rarely used. 05992
Joe Colombo Bobi Trolley
VINTAGE: Circa late 1960's, a really useful rolling storage trolley designed by Joe Colombo for B-Line furniture, Italy. It has many, many versatile compartments and four pivoting drawers. 0002
Danish Rolling Bar-Thingy
VINTAGE: What a cutie! A Danish teak rolling storage bin for...whatever! Magazines, remotes, bottles and glasses, hobbies...It features a removable inner tray which could hold glasses or small objects. Also, when the top is opened, each side forms a flat surface for drinks? It's not obvious but in profile, the sides are sloped. 0024
Large Wall Mirror
VINTAGE: Here's a very simple but high quality wall-hung mirror with a solid ash frame. Heavy! It measures 34x38 high. 0022
Danish Teak Sideboard
VINTAGE: Here's a really usable Danish Modern teak sideboard by Poul Hundevad. It features a single felt-lined shallow drawer and three adjustable shelves. It measures 28x17x54 inches long. There is a maker's mark on the back side. 00051
Paul McCobb Dresser
VINTAGE: Just in...a nice, original Paul McCobb 8-drawer dresser for his Planner Group circa early fifties. It's solid maple, in nice original condition with solid brass pulls. 60x33x18 deep. 00041
Paul McCobb Nightstands
VINTAGE: Here are companion pieces to the Planner Group dresser below. In solid maple with solid brass pulls and in great unrestored condition with a partial makers tag on one and a branded mark on the other. They measure 23x18x25 high 0008
Extra Long Oil
VINTAGE: If you have the wall, we have the painting! A large-scale Hopperesque oil signed Ackerman from the 1970's. It measures 74x19 inches. 00021
Jens Quistgaard Desk
VINTAGE: A lovely and versatile Danish desk in beautiful walnut attributed to Jens Quistgaard for Peter Lovig circa 1960's. As you can see the back portion of the top with drawers and cubbyholes flips to form a flat surface for drafting or even dining! It has been outfitted for a key but would need to be re-keyed if desired. There is a small bung at the edge of the top piece but overall condition is great. The desk measures 64" wide and 29" deep. Add another 9" when the top is flipped open. 00052
Danish Wall Units
VINTAGE: A lovely pair of wall-hung units by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard of Denmark circa early sixties. Each one measures 18x18x9 deep. They are in near mint condition and totally charming. Could be used in the bedroom, bedside or in an entry or? 00001
Patrick Kelly Oil
VINTAGE: Simple but wonderfully detailed 1960's oil by Patrick Kelly. Really graphic and bold and good sized. It measures 48x24 inches and is set in a deep frame creating a sculptural effect. 05721
Nelson Star Clock
VINTAGE: A striking original Nelson Star clock for Howard Miller. This clock was designed in 1952 and the motor is dated 1956. It is electric which means it has a cord and needs to be plugged into an outlet…quaint! 0045
Amazing Modeline Lamp
VINTAGE: Here's an unusual table lamp in walnut, brass and copper enamel by Modeline of California circa 1960's. In great original condition with a new, appropriate shade. it stands 37" tall and the shade is 18" in diameter. 00005
Dramatic Sideboard
VINTAGE: Here's a long, low, dramatic sideboard, possibly Scandinavian? It's in teak and measures 80x17x29 inches tall and is most likely from the 1960's. There are sliding doors exposing shelves and two shallow felt-lined drawers in addition to four deep drawers. 00012
Minimal Pendant Lamp
VINTAGE: I have a thing for simple and elegant and this Gerald Thurston design for Lightolier pretty much says that. From an interesting local estate where it hung for sixty years. The spun aluminum shade is in its original finish of persimmon and the white plastic diffuser is not only present but totally intact which is unusual after all this time. It measures 15 inches in diameter and uses two standard light bulbs. The switch lights one bulb, then the other, then both, then off. 0003
Fabulous Abstract Oil
VINTAGE: Loving this one. Something about it pushes all the right buttons. Beautifully painted and an unusual technique with great texture and light. Beautifully, original frame too. It's signed, possibly Zablar? It measures 31x25 framed. 00051
Spincraft Fireplace
VINTAGE: Here's an unusual free-standing, enamel fireplace from Canada by Spincraft. It's the Opal series and in great original condition in a deep chocolate brown finish. It could be hooked up properly to burn wood or you could use "Realflame:" smokeless, odorless gel cans for non-vented uses. As pictured it measures 99x31 diameter. 0579
Topsy Turvy Oil
VINTAGE: I’m a sucker for whimsical period art and this one just amuses me! It has sort of an illustrative quality, wondering if the artist was one? Images of floating cities and people. It’s signed R. Johnson and most likely painted in the 1950’s. It’s a great size, 23×53 inches in its original, dimensional frame. 0599
Fantastic Chest Of Drawers
VINTAGE; A lovely and really useful Teak highboy dresser with drawers galore! It dates from the late fifties, made in Denmark by Falster Mobelfabrik and designed by Svend Aage Madsen. The right-side drawers are covered by a tambour door exposing contrasting Beechwood drawers! It measures 47x47 x18 deep. From the estate of a New York science fiction author. 05791
Danish Teak Buffet
VINTAGE: Here's an extra long Danish Teak unit from the 1960's...it measures 75" long and has shallow drawers and two door-fronted compartments, each with one adjustable shelf. 05731
Brent Bennett Planter
VINTAGE: Here's a monumental hand thrown stoneware planter from the 1970's by California ceramist, Brent Bennett. It measures 15 high and 20 inches in diameter. In mint condition! 00005
Long And Low Dux Sofa
VINTAGE: Here’s a dramatic, long (8′) sofa from Dux of Sweden circa late 1950’s. Folke Ohlsson was their design director and also the designer of this beauty. Just reupholstered with all new cushion foam. Fabric is a dusty grey/brown nubby tweed and four turned solid teak legs. 00062
Gravity Defying Coffee Table
VINTAGE: Circa early seventies, an amazing feat of magic by Italian designer, Cini Boeri for Gavina and imported by Knoll. It consists of a chromed leaf-shaped base and an elliptical tempered glass top which measures 60×43 inches. The top is dramatically cantilevered and the vast majority of glass is over space. The base is incredibly heavy to counterbalance the top and the whole piece is almost invisible! 00581
Unique Magazine Table
VINTAGE: Here's an unusual but really practical coffee/side table in walnut with ochre colored Naugahyde magazine slings. It measures 29x29x16 high. It could be used in front of a sofa, at the end of a sofa or in the corner intersection of an "L" shaped arrangement. 0006
Scandinavian Sofa
VINTAGE: A nicely scaled Scandinavian modern sofa from the 1950's recently expertly upholstered in a burnt orange tweed. it features six reversible cushions and turned walnut legs. It's only 70" long so it's great for smaller spaces. 00022
Declaration Dining Set
VINTAGE: A lovely dining set by Kipp Stewart and Stuart MacDougall for Drexel circa mid-fifties. This is part of their Declaration series and features two captain's chairs, four armless chairs and three leaves, all in American walnut with Brazilian Rosewood accents. The table measures 40x60 inches with no leaves inserted. In very good, un-refinished condition. 00582
Amazing Large Abstract
VINTAGE: Here’s a wonderfully painted abstract oil from the mid 1970’s by San Diego artist Walter Haase Wojtyla. (1933-2014) It’s big…53×63 inches! 00022
Dale Richards Oil
VINTAGE: A rather large abstract in brown and blue tones from the 1970's by Dale Richards. Nicely framed. 4'x5' 00007
Vandeberg Abstract
VINTAGE: A charming painting titled "Braying birds" by P. Vandeberg dated 1952. It measures 19x18 inches. 0056
Jere' Wall Sculpture
VINTAGE: Here's a wonderful dimensional wall sculpture in patinated brass by Curtis Jere' for Artisan House of California circa 1970's. It measures 31x41x7 inches deep. It still retains its original hang tag even! 05401
Italian Coffee Table
VINTAGE: Here's a striking exercise in tension in steel and glass by Theodore Waddell. He produced the design in the early 1970's and the Italian firm, Cassina produced them...still does! The top measures 36" 0006
Florence Knoll Settee
VINTAGE: Here’s a beautiful, well-made two seat sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. Designed in the mid-1950’s to compliment Knoll’s other designer’s works, it’s super comfortable as a bonus! Just in from my master upholsterer and done in fabric that is very close to its original. It has a solid brushed stainless steel base and legs for nice contrast. It measures 63″ in length and looks as good from behind as it does from the front. 00562
Danish Rosewood Desk
VINTAGE: Brazilian Rosewood! Such a beauty...Made in Denmark circa late 1960's and features one large file drawer on the right and three shallow drawers on the left. The top drawer is lockable but the key is missing. In great original condition but with two tiny veneer chips on the bottom edge on the file drawer. The cane panel is perfect. The top measures 29x59. 00071
"Weinberg" Fencers
VINTAGE: I have a soft spot for Frederic Weinberg's work whether wire, plaster, metal or two dimensional. His "Fencers" were very popular in the day and this happens to actually be a period reproduction of the pair. In excellent condition with a couple tiny detail differences from the originals. Each measures around 44" from foil tip to outstretched leg tip. 0599
Kagan Snail Table
VINTAGE: Classic Vladimir Kagan Snail coffee table for Selig USA circa 1960's in walnut. Great design! Glass diameter is 48" and the walnut base has been recently refinished. 00041
Stiffel Brass Lamp
VINTAGE: Here's a classy 1970's solid brass table lamp by Stiffel. It features a three-way switch and a fresh lamp shade. 0574
Leonard Poteshman Oil
VINTAGE: Signed and dated 1958, a beautiful original oil painting on board in its great period original frame. Wonderful gestural strokes in neutral tones. He is still painting in Ventura CA! Framed it measures 30×44. 05921
Dramatic European Scene
VINTAGE: A really dramatic statement in an unusual size, 64x16 inches. Looks to be a serigraph from the late fifties framed in black wood and rough linen. Subject matter is line drawings of classic European architecture over autumn tones. There's a tag on the back side indicating it was locally framed by Frazees. 0058
Early George Nelson Units
VINTAGE: Here is a pretty, matched pair of very early (1940's) Herman Miller units by George Nelson. In walnut with refinished burnt orange (Herman Miller called it Bittersweet red) doors and a single adjustable shelf inside. They measure 34x30x12 inches deep. 00552
Gustav Bahus Tables
VINTAGE: A lovely pair of teak occasional tables from Norway circa 1960 by Gustav Bahus. Elegant design with ingenious and simple details. I love the way the legs meld into the underside. They measure 26x26x18 high. 0584
Petite Danish Dresser
VINTAGE: Here's a sweet, small Danish Teak dresser from the sixties by Carlo Jensen. Perfect for smaller spaces or a guest room. It measures 28x28x17 inches deep. 0595
George Nelson Unit
VINTAGE: Love this early (1940's) dresser/secretary by George Nelson for Herman Miller. It's in walnut with refinished burnt orange (Herman Miller called it Bittersweet red) fronts. The top "drawer" folds down and pulls out to form a desk surface. At the inside back is a bank of useful cubbies and another drawer. It measures 40x40x18. 00003
Caprani Floor Lamp
VINTAGE: Here's a graceful 1970's Danish lamp by Caprani featuring a bent ply stem with ingenious inlaying of the electrical cord. The base is C-shaped cast iron and a lovely LeKlint pleated shade in a smoky brown. 0547
Finnish Modular Seating
VINTAGE: Here's a nice set of three armless, upholstered easy chairs from Finland circa 1970's. They feature tubular section chrome bases and their original fabric in pale ocean blue with little threads of silver running through. They can be used together or separately of course. 00531
Large Abstract Oil
VINTAGE: Another recent acquisition from a local estate…A large, 37×44 oil signed E. Bowman circa mid-1960’s. Well painted in great colors and original frame. 00011
C. Jere' Birds
VINTAGE: A classic wall sculpture designed by Curtis Jere'. In heavy gauge steel with a soft ivory painted finish, circa 1968. It measures 21x58x9 inches. 0598
C. Jere' Birds
VINTAGE: A classic wall sculpture designed by Curtis Jere'. In heavy gauge steel with a bronze patina, signed and dated 1968. It measures 21x58x9 inches. 0598
Pair Teak End Tables
VINTAGE: A nice and usable pair of Danish Teak end tables each with a single drawer. They are finished all around and would be suitable along side of a sofa that is floating in the room. 18x24x22 inches high. 0054
Incredible Italian Table Lamp
VINTAGE: Crazy, amazing 1950's Italian ceramic table lamp in the manor of Marcello Fantoni. It stands 4' tall! It features two mystical figures, one in blues and one in reds bordered by dripping lava top and bottom. Over the top! The shade has a frosted gold interior which gives off a wonderful effect when lit. 00005
Hans Olsen Dining Set
VINTAGE: What a cool and versatile set designed in the early 1950s by Hans Olsen for Frem Rojle. When in place, the chairs integrate perfectly with the skirt of the table. This unique table also expands with a self-storing pop-up leaf. This iconic set exemplifies the marriage of form and function in a beautiful and space-saving design. It measures 47" in diameter and the pop up leaf adds another 20". Use with four or six chairs! 00003
Borge Mogensen Desk/Dresser
VINTAGE: Circa 1960, a lovely and functional teak drop-front desk/dresser by Borge Mogensen. 47.5 in.Hx39.5 in.Wx18 in.D It was originally purchased at Illums Bolighus, Denmark's premier modern furnishings source. 00001
Scandinavian Easy Chair
VINTAGE: A companion piece to the burnt orange sofa ...Recently expert reupholstered in a deep aqua tweed. 00059
Vladimir Kagan Chairs
VINTAGE: Great design from Vladimir Kagan! A mirror-imaged pair, super comfortable and swivel-able in lovely original textured fabric. 00081
Cool Sixties Office Chair
VINTAGE: Here's a beautiful home-office chair from the 1960's in an olive tweed. It is unmarked but has great style and is beautifully made and very sturdy. Height is adjustable. I love the swivel base and the pointy ends over the wheels. 0055
Vintage Stainless
VINTAGE: Here's a lovely and usable everyday flatware set by Stanley Young called Crosspoint. Made in Japan circa mid sixties, it's a service for eight with extras. Materials are stainless steel with walnut inserts. (one setting pictured) There is an additional service for eight if desired at extra cost. (no extra pieces) 00003
Pair Dunbar Slipper Chairs
VINTAGE: This beautiful pair of Dunbar slippers are from the mid-fifties and were designed by their head designer, Edward Wormley. Just correctly reupholstered in a smoky grey/amethyst nubby silk. Really, really pretty. The legs are dark stained mahogany.
Margaret Wentworth Abstract
VINTAGE: From a local collection, this first of several pieces painted in 1958 by California artist, Margaret Wentworth titled Tuscany haystacks. It was one of the paintings from a Long Beach rental gallery that they would rent out by the month. It's mixed media and nicely framed in its original frame. It measures 19x24 inches. 00005
Grete Jalk Sofa
VINTAGE: Such a pretty piece this is! A mid-1950’s 3-seat sofa by Grete Jalk of Denmark for France and Sons. The frame is solid teak and the sprung cushions have new charcoal upholstery in fitting with the design and era. Really nice, subtle details such as the dimpled ends of the uprights, ergonomic molding of the back slats and sculpting of the back stretcher. It measures 76″ in length. 05923
Danish Desk And Return
VINTAGE: Here's a beautiful and efficient Danish desk and separate return by designer Torben Strandgaard circa late 1950's. The tops and cases are teak, leg structures are fumed oak and fittings are solid brass. The last image shows a similar unit with an extension which is available with this set. The desk top measures 72x36 and the side unit measures 34x18. Both units are lockable with key. 05991
Hans Agne Jakobsson Lamp
VINTAGE: Something you don’t see every day. A really unusual Danish floor lamp by Hans Agne jakobsson circa late fifties. It’s in wonderful condition with perfectly duplicated new lampshades as the original ones were damaged. The main shaft is ebonized hardwood and the three-legged metal base has cool little black pod feet. The whole thing stands 61″ tall. SOLD
1960's Teak Credenza
VINTAGE: No markings but a great design! Looks to be late fifties or early sixties in teak, chrome and black laminate. Love the way the leg supports float from the body of the piece. There are three drawers on one side a single drawer and a file drawer on the other and sliding doors in the center exposing an adjustable shelf. It measures 72″ long.0059
George Nelson Dresser
VINTAGE: Circa 1946 in a warm Bleached Mahogany finish with silver plated "M" pulls and three drawers. Original finish even! 00001
Dramatic Sideboard
VINTAGE: Here's a long, low, dramatic sideboard, possibly American but possibly Scandinavian? It's in walnut and measures 80x17x29 inches tall and is most likely from the 1960's. There are sliding doors exposing shelves and two shallow felt-lined drawers in addition to four deep drawers. 00591
Sixties Pop Lamps
VINTAGE: Here is a matching pair of table lamps that pretty much scream 1960's-1970's! Each takes 5 standard base light bulbs and of course the type of bulb used will change the look. Larger, smaller, colored, clear, different shaped etc. The switch turns on two, then the other three then all so you can vary your lighting. 0543
Mosaic Top Coffee Table
Kai Kristiansen Dining Set
VINTAGE: A very beautiful and complete Danish Modern teak dining table and six upholstered chairs by Kai Kristiansen circa late 1950’s. The table measures 55×35 inches and has two pull-out leaves at 27 inches each to make a really ample table which could seat up to 10! 00003
Danish Teak Sideboard
VINTAGE: Beautiful teak cabinet designed by Gunni Omann for Axel Christensen Odder in the late 1950's. Sliding panels reveal an adjustable shelf and drawers lined with felt. Subtle tapered legs and the sliding doors can be rearranged for different effects. Condition is excellent. 31x59x18 deep. 00041
Jacobsen Swan Chair
VINTAGE: Here's a rare bird...an Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair in a neutral fabric rather than the brights usually seen on these. The chair is still in Production by Fritz Hansen and this is a newer edition and in near mint condition. The tweedy fabric is sort of a taupe color. 05971
Kagan Nautilus Chairs
VINTAGE: Who doesn't love the work of Vladimir Kagan? Here's a mint pair of extremely comfortable Nautilus swivel club chairs in top end Kagan-Dryfus fabric. 00052
Amy Donaldson Ceramic
VINTAGE: A lovely and skillfully done ceramic piece by San Diego potter, Amy Donaldson from the late 1960's in dull green-brown-bluegrey tones. It measures 6" high and 8" wide. 0542
Folke Ohlsson Easy Chairs
VINTAGE: Here's a lovely pair of Dux Model-72 chairs by Folke Ohlsson of Sweden circa 1958. Crazy comfortable. The frames are solid teak, the upholstery is a nubby burnt orange with new innards and new straps. 000002
Stunning Console Stereo In Rosewood
VINTAGE: Large rosewood and chrome stereo console from the late 1960's by Packard Bell. Very minimal rosewood cabinet on chrome legs that gives the illusion of floating. The center of top pops up to reveal the tuner and the Garrard turntable. The side panels of the front swing open to reveal the speakers. This piece is finished on the back with the power cable and internal access from the bottom so that is can be used floating in a room. All components are in working condition though a good tune-up could be useful.. There are also inputs that can be used as an ipod/mp3 input. The three speakers per channel are in fine condition. 72" long x 17.5" deep x 29" tall. 000061
Robsjohn-Gibbings Easy Chair
VINTAGE: A lovely and simple armchair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1950's from a fabulous Point Loma estate. Solid and comfortable and recently reupholstered in a tweedy warm grey with darkened maple framework. 00081
1960's Ceramic Lamp
VINTAGE: Here's a very pretty ceramic table lamp from the 1960's in graduated tones from rosy orange to soft yellow. 36" tall. 0053
Ken Ambo Abstract
VINTAGE: Dated 1957, a wonderful abstract by Ken Ambo in great muted tones. 24x46" 00051
Abstracted Chairs Oil
VINTAGE: Got some nice original art in the shop now…Here’s a sweet one by C. Pitton called simply “Chairs” painted in the late 1950’s. The medium is Tri-tech and wax which is a new one on me! It measures 28×38 0579
Fireplace Tool Set
VINTAGE: A really nice, complete set of fireplace tools from a wonderful local estate in blackened wrought iron with brass handles. 0052
Frederic Weinberg Birdcage
VINTAGE: Something you don't see every day...a Frederic Weinberg birdcage from the mid-1950's. A super whimsical design that just makes me smile. It is gold painted wire with solid walnut legs and stands 76" tall! 00051
Francis Mair Chaise
VINTAGE: Stunningly beautiful wicker and brass asymmetrical chaise by Francis Mair of California, 1961. Elegant from all angles. It measures 57" in length. 00041
Arco Lamp
VINTAGE: A true 1960's Italian classic! A lovely and mint Arco lamp from FLOS of Italy. Designed by Archile Castiglioni in solid marble, stainless steel and aluminum. It's a bear but once set up...wow! It measures 90" high and 80"+- in adjustable reach. 00061
Robert Sonneman Floor Lamp
VINTAGE: Space-age pop! A wonderful chrome floor lamp from the late 1960's by Robert Sonneman with a white plastic "bubble" shade! It stands 57" tall and has a three-way switch. $475.- 00004
Eames La Fonda Table
VINTAGE: One you don’t see too often! A Herman Miller “La Fonda” coffee table by Charles and Ray Eames from the early sixties in warm-toned marble and chromed aluminum. Originally designed for Alexander Girard’s “La Fonda Del Sol” restaurant in NYC. It measures 30×17. 00061
Shadow Figures Oil Painting
VINTAGE: Here's a dark and moody abstracted oil circa 1960's of shadow figures nicely painted with a cool gold rimmed frame. Unsigned. 26x30" 00003
Julie Norman Watercolor
VINTAGE: A charming little original painting by San Diego artist, Julie Norman. Painted in 1957. Measures 20x15 inches. 0002
Stunning Rosewood Rolling Drybar
VINTAGE: Here's a lovely rolling bar designed in the 1960's by Torbjorn Adfal for Bruksbo of Norway. The materials are Brazilian Rosewood, Micarta and Brass. The top flips open to form a large mixing surface and there is ample storage inside for bottles, glasses and a drawer for utensils. 30x16x36" high. 00062
George Nelson Dresser
VINTAGE: Here’s a classic mid-40’s walnut dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller. In beautiful original condition. Five drawers, two with internal dividers. Included is a copy of the original bill of sale. 00041
Set Stacking Jacobsen 7 Chairs
VINTAGE: From the home of a local architect, a lovely set of four Arne Jacobsen Series 7 chairs in warm maple wood and chrome steel. Designed in 1955 and still in production today by the original maker, Fritz Hansen. This set is about 10 years old and in pristine condition.
Peter Hvidt Table
VINTAGE: Sweet, little teak and brass occasional table from Denmark. Designed by Peter Hvidt and produced by France & Daverkosen in the mid 1950's and imported by John Stuart. Very simple but really elegant details. 18 inches square. 0542
Rosewood Caddy
VINTAGE: A lovely rolling magazine or LP caddy in Brazilian Rosewood designed by Rolf Helsland for Bruksbo of Norway. Circa 1960's. 00545
Pair Danish Teak Dressers
VINTAGE: A lovely and very usable pair of teak three-drawer dressers from the mid-sixties by Dyrlund of Denmark 00021
Musicians Painting
VINTAGE: Original oil on board painting of abstracted musicians circa 1960's, signed Belle. 24x19" 0002
Pair Sleek 1970's Easy Chairs
VINTAGE: A beautiful pair of 1970’s easy chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Polished aluminum frames and rich aquamarine upholstery make them really appealing. They sit very comfortably and measure 33″ deep and 23″ wide. They could be pushed together to form a love seat if desired. 0007
Charming 1960's Poster
VINTAGE: Sweet framed poster from a 1960's Broadway Play from the estate of the producer's wife. 14x24" 0051
Spectacular Rosewood Credenza
VINTAGE: Here’s a stunning Scandinavian credenza from the late 1960’s in striking Brazilian rosewood. It features two sliding tambour doors which work perfectly. Inside there are adjustable shelves and two sliding drawers. It measures 65 inches long, 20 inches deep and 32 inches high. 00042
Gormish Abstract
VINTAGE: A really interesting technique applied to this visually stunning abstract from 1963 by P.S. Gormish. Great color palette. 21x25" 0593
Dunbar Occasional Table
VINTAGE: Striking Dunbar "Sheaf of Wheat" side table from the mid-1950's by Edward Wormley. Darkened walnut finish with a filled travertine top. 21" in diameter. 00021
Masterful Woodcut
VINTAGE: A really well done woodcut from 1964 titled "The flutist I" by F.M. Saslow. 25x17 framed. 00591
Super Clean Danish Sideboard
VINTAGE: One of several Danish Modern items from a meticulous local estate. A lovely 1970’s teak unit with sliding doors and adjustable shelves as well as four drawers. The unit measures 75x18x30. 00041
Charming Tea Trolley
VINTAGE: Here’s a lovely and delicate looking tea/bar trolley or cart that expands. Designed by Yngve Ekstrom and made in his workshop in Sweden circa 1957. The structure is fumed oak with teak and micarta laminate surfaces. 0573
Womb Chairs and Ottoman
VINTAGE: Fresh from the Del Mar home of elderly art collectors, a pair of Knoll Womb chairs and one ottoman. Designed in the late 1940's by Eero Saarinen and in continuous production. This pair dates from the 1980's and is in wonderful original condition with their nubby off-celery green fabric (though slightly faded) Chair and ottoman, 000054
Fabulous George Nelson Omni Wall Unit
VINTAGE: A great, usable Omni system by George Nelson circa 1958 in walnut and brushed aluminum. It measures 93″ high and 97″ long. There are shelves, drawers and drop front storage units (one walnut and one dull Olive) as well as a desk surface and light above. It is shorter than most ceilings and comes with “returns” that connect it to the wall for extra stability. Included are lots of ephemera including installation instructions. There are extra bits if the new owner wishes to add another 32″bay. 000004
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Coffee Table
VINTAGE: Here’s a simple, elegant Danish teak coffee table from the late 1950’s designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen. Nice, subtle details such as the sculpting of the stretchers and ovoid profiles at the ends of the table. It measures 59″ in length. 0548
Lovely Danish Dining Set
VINTAGE: From a meticulous local estate, a really appealing and usable Danish teak dining set with six chairs. The table is 48″ in diameter but has two additional leaves which measure 22″ each…which would expand the table to 92″! The chairs have been recently reupholstered in a nubby grey/aqua fabric which really works nicely with the tone of the wood. You could comfortably add two more chairs to seat 8. 00003
Charming Abstract Oil
VINTAGE: Circa late 1950’s oil depicting several abstracted chairs in warm tones and original frame. It’s a wonderful size measuring 24×62 inches. It’s signed Carnahan in the lower right corner. 00021
Free Form Wall Mirror
VINTAGE: Here's a really fun period mirror from the 1960's. It measures 13x30 inches. 0571
Teak nesting tables
VINTAGE: A really fun twist on the Poul Hundevad nesting tables in teak and beech woods. The rolling table, cart has grooves under the surface which the four round folding tables slide into for storage. 0573
Eames Padded Fiberglass Desk Chair
VINTAGE: Circa late 1960's and in remarkable condition with all stitching and padding intact. The Naugahyde is a butterscotch color and the shell is tan. It swivels and rolls. 0053-