A large-scaled and elegantly designed French 1940s Klismos chair with deep incurved back with scrolled terminals; above a leather seat of criss-crossing straps all raised on dramatic splayed supports; purchased in Paris in 1993 (receipt attached); good vintage condition with sturdy frame and seat; some wear to painted surface; later leather strapwork
one of the prettiest pairs of chinese lamps that we have had in our inventory; each of slender baluster form adorned with gilt meandering floral vines; raised on a turned giltwood base; excellent condition with minor even wear; rewired
the covered vase characterized by its lidded design and prominent handles; adorned overall with classical decoration and is based on the ancient Roman "Warwick Vase" known for its Bacchic ornament; good antique condition with minor surface wear
the rectangular hinged top of well figured burlwood above a conforming body of similar veneer; with elongated hexagonal nickel plated handle.
the splayed top centering a tranquil landscape scene; resting on a conforming body raised on gilt metal feet and flanked by bold ring handles; overall wear.
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.
the domed lid with finial knob resting on a bulbous body tapering to the base with a flared foot; painted overall with blue and rouge-de-fer floral clusters within diaper perimeter bands; The historic production of Faenza majolica is recognized worldwide as one of the highest moments of artistic creativity expressed through pottery.
the energetic dog with head poised downward, in pursuit of a sprite rabbit bolting from a leafy knoll; one ear reglued
each striking lithograph with classical figures at various pursuits on a black ground; later ebonized frames and slips with hand-wrapped linen mattes.
the octagonal forest-green marble top with painted inlaid scrollwork surrounded by floral and foliate decoration; all raised on a neoclassical style Michael Taylor faux stone cross tripod lyre base; overall good condition with some minor chips to base; minor even wear to top
a stylish French 1940s brass rectangular coffee table with inset black glass top; with black glass top inset within a brass frame raised on reeded supports with stylized melon-form caps all joined by a lower x-form stretcher; later glass; good vintage condition with overall even wear and patina
of asymmetrical form with a lively floral head emanating from one corner; with artist's initials 'PSM', overall oxidized surface
the octagonal hinged lid with coved border above a flared body flanked by elaborate iron handles; raised on 4 openwork iron wheels; repainted; wear to interior.
the cylindrical lidded jar adorned with lively relief decoration of foliage and mythological figures surrounding the greek god eros; excellent condition.
the domed lid with one seated and one standing rabbit with inquisitive gazes; resting on a circular basket-weave bowl; minor wear; excellent condition.
each with shaped lid over a cylindrical body all in alternating clear and frosted glass with hand-painted foliate perimeter bands with gilt highlights; overall even wear with rubbing to gilded surface; no chips or cracks; foliate bands of different hues
the playful chubby putti with head turned holding onto a writhing dolphin; overall even weathering; excellent condition.
each of colored satinato glass with domed lids above a cylindrical body over a splayed foot; good vintage condition with one minor chip to green jar lip
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
the openwork chandelier capped with a spheroid element supporting six scrolled candlearms; all joined by a shapely outer stretcher; adorned with crystal flower heads and leaves interspersed by over-scaled tole leaves all ending in an acorn pendant knob; professionally rewired; good vintage condition with minor wear; no missing crystals
each bookend capped with a head of a spartan soldier with helmet showing the crest, dome and faceplate; all resting on a square plinth; some surface abrasions and chipping
the long inset glass top within a molded brass border; raised on a black metal base joined by a lower glass shelf; excellent condition with overall minor wear
the striking ovoid vase tapering to the base; the textured finish in black and white glaze with vibrant red streaking around the body; minor wear
epoca, located in the Design Center neighborhood of San Francisco, has been characterized as “blended eclectic” offering unique 20th century furnishings alongside traditional antiques and accessories.
Eric Petsinger:
Two things in Eric Petsinger’s life are truly memorable. The first is a day in 1968 when his mother left the house a brunette and came home a blonde. The second was opening epoca, the beautifully edited San Francisco gallery, a fixture in the San Francisco Design Center neighborhood since 2003. In epoca, Eric has created a layered inventory with a ‘something for everyone’ approach, blending American and European antiques with 20th century furnishings. Whether assisting an interior designer or an antiques enthusiast, Eric says, “Mix it up! Go ahead and put that shapely French rococo armchair next to a sleek John Widdicomb sofa and see how they bring out each other’s beauty.”
When you’re in the mood for something dark with a touch of mystery this holiday, may we suggest, Black Manhattans served on MidCentury Nickel-Plated And Black Glass Drinks Cart. So classic, so chic!
