the handsome credenza by John Stuart with its simple, straightforward design constructed of richly-patinated and well-figured tiger mahogany; the rectangular top above a conforming body fitted with three doors faced with beautiful bookmatch veneer; all raised on tapering quadrangular supports; good vintage condition with small areas of replaced veneer; professionally refinished.
each neoclassical open armchair with beaded framed oval back above a bowed tight seat over a beaded apron flanked by scrolled arms and uprights with acanthus carving; raised on reeded and fluted supports with acanthus collar and ending in a spheroid foot; wear and patina to refreshed painted surface; sturdy frame and good antique condition with new upholstery
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
the central cluster column support emanating 6 scrolled arms supporting upright torches; adorned overall with brass strapwork and spheres; overall even patination
the large oval tray of well-figure mahogany centering a robust inlaid fan medallion with crossbanded perimeter band all within a scalloped wooden gallery flanked by solid brass handles; green felt to underside; good antique condition with normal wear and patina
each with leather saddle seat seeming to float above an ebonized wooden base with turned legs fitted with brass caps and feet; new tan leather upholstery; good vintage condition with minor marks and wear; The G Plan Story: G Plan can trace its roots back to 1898, when Ebenezer Gomme began handcrafting furniture in his workshop. In 1953, his grandson Donald launched the G Plan brand and with it a post-war furniture revolution. Over the years G Plan has created some of the most enduring and iconic furniture of the 20th century.
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
with incurved caned back centering an inlaid crest above sloping arms with brass terminals over a caned seat fitted with a loose cushion all raised on reeded supports ending in brass feet; good antique condition with minor wear and surface indentations; patina to brass; refreshed surface; new seat cushion
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consisting of three pivoting, centrally-joined upright turned supports capped with brass melon-form bosses and fitted with brass coat hooks; all joined by a detachable lower circular dish for umbrellas; good antique condition with overall even wear and patina
of well-figured mahogany with oval top raised on turned ebonized double-column supports over a conforming lower shelf; all over four short ebonized turned feet; good restored condition; professionally refinished surface
a wonderful period English George III hand-carved tilt-top supper/tea table with shell and leaf carved top with circular reserves, over a turned baluster support issuing three downswept legs terminating in ball and claw pad feet; the English supper table became popular during the reign of King George II and continued into the late 18th century; repair to edge of top; refinished surface
the well-figured top with chamfered edge; raised on scrolled supports and splayed legs joined by a lower shelf; good vintage condition; professionally refinished
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
each depicting an etruscan urn with detail images and inscriptions written below; from the book 'Picturae Etruscorum in Vasculis' by Giovanni Battista Passeri; later French mattes and giltwood frames; excellent condition.
each large well-rendered painting depicting Chinese vases finely detailed with colorful floral and foliate stems; professionally conserved and re-stretched on new frames; good clear and vibrant colors; excellent condition; newly framed
surmounted by a bold ribbon above an oval frame adorned with laurel leaves and pinwheel bosses all in a finely detailed repoussé metalwork; later antiqued mirror plate; overall even rubbing and patina to gilt metal surface
each hour-glass shaped walnut lamp with three brass bands and waist; patination to brass; rewired; new shades 'as is'
fitted with an octagonal flared brass cap above a conforming burlwood body resting on a brass base; good vintage condition with overall even wear and patina; rewired
the rectangular paneled tray fitted with hinged drop-down sides having pierced handles all in a mellow oak finish; with original brass inset hinges; the sides are slightly canted when closed; all raised on the original oak folding stand; measures 29"H 35"W 26" D 35 (flaps down) and 33"H 31.25"W 22.75"D (flaps up); good antique condition with overall even wear and warm patina; minor old repairs with stabilized split to one panel
of iconic 1950's Italian design fitted with 4 doors opening to reveal a mahogany-lined interior with adjustable shelves; can be used for a television or general storage; excellent vintage condition with restored finish
the large urn with banded oak leaf lip above egg-and-dart ring; the waisted body with swirled fluted decoration flanked by whimsical masked handles; all raised on a separate iron splayed socle; overall even 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.”
