each shapely cache pot of overall oval-form flanked by lion-head ring handles; all raised on four shell-form supports with splayed feet; good vintage condition with overall even wear and patina; tarnishing and scuffs
this large and elegant lamp with flared neck above a tapering body highlighted with gilt perimeter bands; resting on a reticulated brass base; excellent vintage condition with minor overall even wear; rewired
the chrome fixture with central support emanating 10 splayed arms ending in tubular batons capped by glass spheres with electrical sockets at opposite end; adorned with suspended glass spheres; fitted with 10 chandelier-sized sockets; excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear; re-wired
the framed cartouche-shaped back above a serpentine seat flanked by scrolled padded arms; the scalloped apron with rocaille and foliate carving all raised on cabriole supports with incurved feet; restored with new upholstery.
each with incurved back sloping to join a tight seat flanked by bowed arms ending in swan neck terminals; raised on cabriole legs; adorned overall with giltwood acanthus leaves, bellflowers and scrollwork; professionally restored with refreshed paint and gilding; overall even wear and patina; newly upholstered
the rectangular top with d-end flaps all with kingwood crossbanding; fitted with a single drawer with blind drawer on the reverse; raised on tapering square supports ending in casters; overall patination
consisting of four graduated rectangular tables raised on double-baluster supports over scrolled feet; each table top decorated with fine gilt decoration featuring a five-clawed imperial dragon, bamboo plants, flower bouquets and various insects; Provenance: Property from the estate of Patricia Moffat Pope, San Francisco, CA; good antique condition; wear consistent with age and use; minor losses and rubbing to surface
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
of superb quality with a rich patina, the solid mahogany oval top centering an inlaid shell motif with satinwood perimeter band and stringing; all resting on turned supports ending in pad feet; fitted with swing legs on either side with large knuckle joints constructed within the frame; the half-round leaves raise with wrought-iron hinges allowing the table to function as a breakfast table, serving piece, end table or game table; Dimensions: 29.5" H x 38.75" W x 14.75" D (Closed) 49.5" L (Open) Condition: Good overall antique condition with signs of age and use including some surface abras
each with chrome back plate fitted with three glass "ice block" shaped elements of radiating form; the two outer elements are removable; professionally rewired; excellent condition with no chips or cracks; some patina to chrome
the hinged rectangular lid resting on a conforming body flanked by wrought iron handles; adorned on all sides with an exotic wood inlaid perimeter band inset with bone inlay; the front, top and back centering a pinwheel motif; good antique condition with professionally refinished surface; warm honey-color patina with overall wear; lock mechanism now lacking
of asymmetrical form with a lively floral head emanating from one corner; with artist's initials 'PSM', overall oxidized surface
the well-detailed study of a Parisian room interior depicting a staircase and entitled "Escalier" in rich layered colors; with new Art Nouveau style giltwood frames; plate is in good clean condition
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
MADELEINE LIEPE (Oregon/Switzerland, 1929-2017) Signed lower right and dated 1970, signed again and titled verso; the serene charcoal drawing of lush trees surrounding a pond with a gently rolling lawn in the foreground; good clean condition with only minor discoloration; new acid-free matting with gilt fillet and ebonized wooden frame; Madeleine Liepe was a Postwar and Contemporary artist who spent her professional career in Oregon.
A Boldly Rendered Pair of French Art Nouveau Prints of Architectural Interior and Exterior Details by Ernest David; newly matted and framed.
each double-handled urn painted with meandering foliate design on a blue-gray ground; with incised marks to the underside; minor overall surface wear
vintage Curtis Jeré metal wall sculpture depicting the iconic Conservatory of Flowers in San Francisco; large scale dimensional wall sculpture composed of detailed brass and wire-work with benches, lamposts and urns on pedestals; signed on upper left eave of roof 'C. Jeré'; good vintage condition; oxidation in areas and overall patina; some tarnish to the brass
each striking lithograph with classical figures at various pursuits on a black ground; later ebonized frames and slips with hand-wrapped linen mattes.
each finely rendered lithograph of various French aircrafts of the 1930's with identifying script; used for french airplane engine marketing material; later mattes and mahogany veneered frames
As Seen on Martha Stewart Christophe Pourny is coming to epoca to sign his first book ‘The Furniture Bible'
Thursday, October 8th 4:00 - 7:00pm
Epoca in the pages of this Fall's Luxe Interior + Design San Francisco Edition:
"The fabulous 1950's are in at epoca with this midcentury modern pair of English ebonized benches featuring "floating" saddle seats of luxurious leather. Designed by G-Plan, England, these benches satisfy the postwar craving for a modern lifestyle, 17"H x 19.5"W x 16" D... "