the arbalete top with perimeter stringing within a crossbanded border all above a shapely bombe-form body with similar stringing and crossbanding; fitted with two long drawers having openwork solid brass pulls; the whole raised on graceful cabriole supports; overall even wear and nice warm patina; good vintage condition; professionally refinished
How can this not make you smile? This well-carved antique Black Forest box of an expressive shaggy dog with glass eyes, forward gaze, open mouth and floppy ears all above raised paws; covered overall with a well-delineated coat; good antique condition with minor wear and nice patina; the hinge with some movement
A tall and striking American 1960s handblown apple-green decanter by Joel Myers for Blenko Glassworks; the bulbous shaped body with long neck of heavy handblown glass fitted with a an iconic airtwist Sommerso style stopper; with fire pontil mark to underside; good vintage condition with no chips or cracks see similar example: https://attic.city/item/MJx2/blenko-6716-decanter-by-joel-myers-in-teal-...
the round top with inset hand-tooled leather surface above a plain frieze apron; all raised on elegant splayed supports joined by an openwork ebonized stretcher; the top slides open to reveal fabric-covered compartments; good antique condition with wear and patina; areas of replaced veneer; later fabric to interior
the hand-carved walnut bear with expressive gaze fitted with glass eyes; most likely from the Black forest area in the Swiss city of Interlagen; with rich dark patina; good antique condition with minor wear
incised signature to underside "Dave & Boni Deal 88"; of tall ovoid shape decorated overall with impressed leaves on a metallic, rainbow effect raku glaze; the western version of raku was developed in the 20th century by studio potters. typically fired at high temperatures, the wares are placed in an open-air container filled with combustible material, unlike the traditional Japanese method. the western process can give a great variety and depth of colors and surface effects as seen with this vase; good vintage condition with no chips or cracks
this signed special edition art glass bowl is one of Blenko's yearly designer series offerings for 2001; the large handblown circular bowl with wide rim in a rich cerulean blue glass resting on a chamfered amber-colored foot; with acid etched signature to underside 'Richard Blenko 2001'; with maker's label 'Blenko Handcraft'; excellent condition with no chips or cracks
a well-thought out composition as the table plain draws the viewer into the room of a seated woman with distant gaze dressed in a blue jacket; the table set with a bowl of fruit, a goblet and plant; all within a silver-leafed carved wooden frame with linen slip; excellent condition professionally cleaned and restored; unsigned; later frame
with its thick and bold brush strokes creating a textured surface depicting the artist's emotional energy; signed and dated on verso by Salt Lake City artist 'Ann Gallagher 1972 SLC'; good overall condition with clean surface; wear to ebonized wooden frame
the inset leather top within a a stepped molded frame above an apron fitted with 5 drawers with oak secondary wood; the side panels centering carved floral clusters; the finished paneled back allows the desk to be floated; all raised on reeded bulbous supports ending in wooden casters; good restored condition with refinished surface; leather with nice rich patina
Made in France from French limestone, the table is comprised of a thick round top with bullnose edge and graduated circular base. New with only minimal wear expected; table is ideal for exterior or interior design projects. Due to the custom nature of each table, stone variations will occur; available in custom sizes and carved bluestone
custom sizes available in French limestone or Belgian bluestone; in three parts, the thick seat resting on waisted supports; 12 week lead time; new with only minimal wear expected; table is ideal for exterior design projects. Due to the custom nature of each table, stone variations will occur
fitted with four amboyna matchbook-veneered doors opening to reveal 3 sycamore-veneered drawers; all above a scalloped apron raised on splayed legs with brass caps; excellent condition; with original retail label 'Mauri Muebles, Buenos Aires'
Custom sizes available; made in France from French limestone, the table is comprised of a thick round top with bullnose edge and barrel-form support. New with only minimal wear expected; table is ideal for exterior design projects. Due to the custom nature of each table, stone variations will occur
each painted with joyous spontaneity successfully mixing the dreamlike and the realistic featuring three beach scenes with dramatic skies and figures scurrying around beached boats; signed 'Ritter' lower left; excellent condition; professionally framed; Laszlo Ritter was a self taught impressionist painter. The Hungarian uprising in 1956 precipitated Ritter's bid for freedom and safety in England at age seventeen. Ritter spent his early years studying the Masters and learning their techniques.
the serene tonal painting with its limited palette and harmonizing colors depicting an impressionistic, hilly wintry scene; excellent condition; new giltwood frame and fillet; Robb Beebe began his art training in 1910 at the Cleveland School of Art. Post-university studies led Beebe to the Art Institute of Chicago. In 1913, he began using the name Robb Beebe with its unusual spelling. In the 1930's, Beebe worked as an illustrator for the pulp magazine, All Story Love Tales while contributing to Women's World, Collier's and McCalls.
Alamo Square 2014 - Oil On Canvas By William Stanisich, San Francisco; Signed And Framed Dated 2014 presented by epoca. “Its paths cling to the sides of steep hills. The views are spectacular and after the 1906 earthquake, it was here the surrounding neighborhood set up a tent city to take refuge”.
from the artist: I've long been inspired by old things. The texture and play of light on a weathered surface are the things that spark my imagination. I seek to capture a building's essence in my paintings, in a time less hurried with a calmness of spirit. Their strong simple shapes inspire me to try to somehow preserve their beauty captured at a moment in time.
Michael Dunlavey is a true watercolor master learning his craft first from his father as a boy then receiving his B.A. and Masters in Art from California State University, Sacramento
the pastoral setting depicting three grazing cows in a lush green field below billowing clouds; signed 'A J Groenewegen' lower left
the rectangular upholstered seat above a scalloped Moorish-style apron all raised on cabriole legs ending in a trifid foot; overall warm patina to surface; newly upholstered with sturdy frame
the stylized carved wooden rosette centering a circular reserve surrounded by a wreath of scrolled acanthus leaves all in a warmly patinated painted and gilded surface; good antique condition with overall even wear and patina
Bill Stanisich first encountered England’s Lake District through the poetry of Wordsworth and Coleridge. Upon visiting the area in the 1990's, Stanisich was stunned by the beauty and dramatic light, and the ever-present and often foreboding clouds. In these paintings, he was attracted to the play of light and shadow on the water - a theme he has often returned to.
milos series – watercolor on paper 2000-2013; a series inspired by the legendary greek island, milos, with a ‘kaleidoscope of minerals, colors and water caves’. san francisco painter, william stanisich, captures the sheer beauty of this island in these paintings and as the artist stated “i have allowed my imagination the freedom to create a realism more accurate than mere mimicry”.
Bill Stanisich first encountered England’s Lake District through the poetry of Wordsworth and Coleridge. Upon visiting the area in the 1990's, Stanisich was stunned by the beauty and dramatic light, and the ever-present and often foreboding clouds. In these paintings, he was attracted to the play of light and shadow on the water - a theme he has often returned to
