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5678
1950s or earlier

the rectangular mirror plate within a classically-inspired giltwood frame with beaded slip and leaf band outer edge all framed by an aqua painted border; the whole surmounted by a lively carved crest centering a foliate medallion flanked by scrolled acanthus leaves; with paper 'Borghese' label adhered to back; professionally refreshed surface with overall even wear and patina; some loss to silvering

Height: 
44"
Width: 
29"
Depth: 
1.75"
$2,850
Available
5676
1950s

each classically inspired obelisk form lamp of imposing size all in a creamware glaze featuring classical relief motifs of bell flowers, floral wreaths, arrows, shells and ribbons; each resting on ebonized wooden bases; professionally rewired; good condition with minimal wear 

Height: 
31.5" (top of ceramic)
Width: 
7.5"
Depth: 
7.5"
$6,800
Available
5677
1950s

each large vase with long neck and everted lip above a bulbous body; all in a soft green celadon glaze with brass caps and bases; some pitting and patina to brass; professionally rewired; minimal wear to surface

Height: 
18" (top of ceramic)
Diameter: 
10"
$4,800
Available
5557
1950s

each hand-carved chair with tall openwork back scrolling scrst above a vasi-form splat; all above a tight upholstered seat raised on elegant cabriole legs all joined by a shaped H-form stretcher; professionally refinished with a warm patina; structurally sound with intentionally distressed finish to imitate age; upholstery generally good overall with one seat worn through

$6,875
Available
5657
1950s

Large ceramic vessel with cerulean blue crackle glaze overlay with vertical optical stripes designed and manufactured  by Jaru of Southern California circa 1950s; tall and sculptural having a long flaring neck above a bulbous body; a rare and uncommon Jaru large scale production; maker's label to underside; good vintage condition with no chips or cracks; overall light wear; wear to underside with original felt pad

Height: 
27"
Diameter: 
8.5"
$2,200
60586
Mid-century

each intricately designed stool featuring a square upholstered seat above a stick and ball carved openwork apron surrounded by an intricately inlaid body; raised on square supports joined by arabesque spandrels all over turned feet; wear consistent with age and use; good vintage condition with overall even wear and patina; small areas of replaced inlay; new saddle-stitched leather upholstery

Height: 
21"
Width: 
16"
Depth: 
16"
$6,900
Available
5619
Mid-century

the mid-century chest in the rococo taste having a shaped top above a conforming bombé-form case with three drawers featuring ornate bronze pulls; over a scalloped apron all raised on splayed supports; the whole in a well-figured and richly patinated olivewood veneer; 'Made in Italy' label affixed to back; good vintage condition; professionally refinished 

Height: 
32.25"
Width: 
40"
Depth: 
16.5"
$4,750
Available
7800
1950s

designed by Jack Friedin (American 1930-2004) for Pace Furniture, the rectangular top above an apron fitted with four flush drawers all in a well-figured burlwood veneer; raised on a polished steel frame; good vintage condition; professionally refinished with small areas of replaced veneer 

Height: 
29"
Width: 
72"
Depth: 
34"
$7,800
Available
60685
1950s

the rectangular top with scalloped front above a conforming body; all raised on tapering turned supports ending in brass caps; good restored condition; professionally refinished

Height: 
35"
Width: 
46"
Depth: 
19.5"
$6,250
Available
5631
1940s/50s

a fine example of post-war abstract expressionism with its emotional and spontaneous thick impasto paint strokes conveying a deep feeling rather than a realistic image; signed lower right 'Savage'; Property from the Collection of Lorna and Milton Berle, Beverly Hills, California; dimensions: 9.5" x 7.5" (sight), 17.5" x 15.5" (frame); with later custom ebonized and giltwood frame; good condition with clean surface

Height: 
17.5" x 15.5" (framed)
Width: 
9.5" x 7.5" (sight)
Depth: 
1"
$2,500
Available

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