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Pair of Hollywood Regency Pink Acid Etched Glass Urn Lamps by Chapman
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
glass. A striking blend of Hollywood Regency charm and modernist form, ideal for adding personality and
Category

Late 20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Small Antique Apprentice Table, English Miniature Furniture, Tilt Top, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
top, this small table presents quality craftsmanship and an appealing small form. Ideal for display
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Oil Rubbed Bronze Skyscraper Molded Frosted Rose Glass Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
and admirers of Art Deco design, this lamp embodies the modernist ideals of form and function while
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Postmodern Chrome and Glass Etagere - 4 Shelves
Located in Delray Beach, FL
and transparent glass shelves, this unit is a perfect blend of form and function. Ideal for various
Category

20th Century American Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

2 Poul Kjaerholm PK22 Lounge Chair, 1956 for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Munster, NRW
the ideal type-form and industrial dimension, which was always present in his work. This offer is
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Swedish Antique Tree Stump Planter/Bin
Located in London, GB
A tall hollowed out tree trunk. Likely a storage bin of some form. Perhaps ideal as use for a
Category

20th Century Swedish Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Chinese Scholars Tea Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
. Embodying the tenants of Ming austerity, the tray's simple form is the ideal canvas for the artist's
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Platters and Serveware

Materials

Limestone

Italian Pendant in Brass and White Glass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
chandelier has only one light. The wiring is the original of the time. The pendant through its graceful forms
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Black Leather PK 22 Pair of Lounge Chairs Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
chair PK22 epitomizes the work of Poul Kjærholm and his search for the ideal type-form and Industrial
Category

Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique Fire Grate, English, Cast Iron, Basket Fireplace, Late Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
period, circa 1900. Gently curving, pleasing form, ideal for an open hearth Displays a desirable aged
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Large Italian Coat Rack by Giuseppe Rivadossi in Wood
By Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Milano, IT
its majestic forms and is ideal for furnishing entrances or grand foyers with great visual impact. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brutalist Hall Rack, German, Steel, Hallway, Coat, Umbrella Stand, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
industrial taste, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Wonderfully industrial in form ideal for the
Category

Mid-20th Century German Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Swedish Rolltop Secretary Desk by Egon Ostergaard
Located in Delray Beach, FL
forms, it's ideal for minimalist and practical interiors. Some wear around the edges and surfaces as can
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Decorative Candleholder, Conran-Esque, Mahogany, Display, circa 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
ovoid form is pleasingly distinctive Hollowed out form ideal for a tea light or large candle This is
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Of Vintage Rococo Revival Ornament Brackets, French, Giltwood, Candle Stand
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
warm golden hues Relief scrolled forms accentuate the tapering forms Shaped platforms ideal for small
Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Brackets

Materials

Giltwood

Jonathan Adler Brass Table Stool
By Jonathan Adler
Located in Miami, FL
contemporary interior. Its sculptural form makes it ideal as a unique side table between lounge chairs or as a
Category

20th Century American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Decorative Umbrella Stand, Italian, Demi Lune, Ceramic, Hallway Rack
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, wash finish Thick rolled rim to the demi-lune form, ideal for placing flush against a wall Maker's
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Reclaimed Elm Waterfall Table
Located in Chicago, IL
table features dovetailed corners that add intrigue to the clean-lined form. Ideal in a hallway or entry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail...

Materials

Elm

Mid-Century Brass Chair by Chiavari in Smoked Champagne Velvet
By Chiavari
Located in New York, NY
luxe smoked champagne velvet. The seat-back features vertical loop detailing framed within a crest form
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Four 19th Century Italian Marquetry Walnut Side Chairs Dining Chairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
by Italian artisans, this set of chairs embodies elegance in both form and style. Ideal for intimate
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood, Walnut, Sycamore

Black Leather PK 22 Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the ideal type-form and Industrial dimension, which was always present in his work. The profile of the
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

19th Century Pair Of French Wine Bottle Coasters
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
their pierced design around the circumference and the shape of leaves, they are ideal in form as well as
Category

Antique 1820s French Empire Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Primitive Antique Wooden French Console Table
Located in London, GB
An antique French console. France, c1930s. Wabi-Sabi-esque primitive form. Ideal for adding
Category

Vintage 1930s French Console Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
the wood’s natural grain and patina, reflecting decades of age and use. Its compact, square form is
Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

20th Century German Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century German ceramic table lamp is a masterful blend of texture, form, and function
Category

20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Decorative Door Stop, English, Cast Iron, Boot Prop, Victorian, C.1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Victorian period, circa 1850. Fascinating decorative form, ideal for the home or retail environment
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Duet Stool, English, Walnut, Fireside Carriage Rest, Victorian, C.1840
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
an attractive antique duet stool, with delightful grain interest and comfortable raked form. Ideal
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Stools

Materials

Walnut

Large Brutalist Oak Octagonal Coffee Table w/ Slab Top, France, 1960 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
character with a modern edge, offering a perfect balance of form and material. Ideal for collectors or
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Cricket Table, English, Oak, Drop Leaf, Lamp, Occasional, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
oak stocks and ornate carved detail. Its size and drop-leaf form makes it ideal for the hallway or to
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Carved Giltwood Tall Sculpture Stand Unsigned C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
French design. Its tall, slender form is ideal for displaying sculptures or decorative items, adding a
Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

ST. 2022. Colorful artwork. Yellow frame.
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
This vibrant abstract artwork is a delightful explosion of color and form, ideal for anyone looking
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Exceptional Kintsugi Jars Bowl, Auberge du Père Bise
Located in MEAUX, FR
synonymous with gastronomic excellence. Its open form, with its ideal dimensions of 4 cm in height
Category

2010s French Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Neils Ottto Møller Model 55 Teak Dining Chairs in Woven Paper Cord (set of 2)
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Emeryville, CA
timeless design, the Model 55 is a perfect blend of form and function, ideal for any interior. These
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Set of 12 Art Deco Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
structured form, ideal for contemporary dining settings. Fully upholstered for a seamless and sophisticated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of two Cocoon lamps by Castiglioni for Flos
By Flos
Located in Antwerpen, BE
by its distinctive, textured finish, resembling a cocoon or petal-like form. Ideal for both modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Synthetic

【Conchéa】Collector’s Flamingo 2.60ct Loose Conch Pearl
Located in New York, NY
. Its compact yet full-bodied form makes it ideal for high jewelry design or personal investment. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pearl

20th Century French Industrial Table
Located in High Point, NC
aesthetic form. It features a long, slender top made from light-colored wood that contrasts beautifully with
Category

20th Century French Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Hermès Paris Cornucopia Leather Box, Silver-Plated – 1970
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
elevated form. Ideal for storing small treasures or desk essentials, it’s as sculptural as it is useful
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Arm Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
, sculptural form Ideal for vintage charm in dining areas Blends with contemporary and traditional decor
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
tones that highlight its organic form. Ideal as a versatile accent piece, it can serve as extra seating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stools

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century French Pair Of Bleached Oak Armchairs With Upholstered Seats
Located in High Point, NC
between form and function. Ideal for adding a touch of French vintage sophistication to any living space
Category

20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1920s French Wooden Armchair With Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
, providing comfort and a modern touch. This piece stands as a perfect blend of form and function, ideal for
Category

Early 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
both form and function, ideal for storage in a bedroom or living space. Resting on short cabriole-style
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Large, Heavy Antique Industrial Mortar, English Cast Iron Fireside Bin, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
graphite finish to the substantial bell form cast iron Ideal for use as a fireside bin, waste basket or
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

HERMES, Paris - Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener c.1960
By Hermès
Located in Victoria, BC
flowing mane to the alert expression. The blade is sleek and functional, ideal for cleanly opening
Category

Vintage 1960s French Letter Openers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Chinese Round Elm Stool – Rustic Antique with Distressed Patina
Located in IT
of classic Chinese design. Its compact and versatile form makes it ideal as a functional stool, plant
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Stools

Materials

Elm

Vintage 9ct Gold Two Tone Creole Hoop Earrings
Located in Portland, England
Art Deco revival feel, while the sleek form makes them ideal for both everyday wear and elevated
Category

20th Century English Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold

19th century Antique wooden Indian altar from India - Original Buddhas
Located in DEVENTER, NL
cm high, 40.2 cm wide, and 35.8 cm deep, with a weight of 4.67 kgs. Its compact yet sturdy form
Category

Antique 19th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mango Quartz with Halloysite Ver. VI
Located in New York, NY
any space, showcasing nature’s beauty in a sophisticated, collectible form. Ideal for display as a
Category

2010s Colombian Natural Specimens

Materials

Quartz

Striking ‘Arkitekten’ desk in oak by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 1951
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Antwerp, BE
rich natural wood tones with sleek, minimalist lines, creating an ideal blend of form and function
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Captain s Desk Chair, English, Elm, Smoker s Bow, Elbow Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Classic bow form ideal for pairing with a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Beech, Elm

Antique Mounted Boot Scraper, English Cast Iron, Bath Stone, Georgian Town House
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
), denoting its substantial, enduring nature Standalone form ideal for placing beside traditional doorsteps or
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Iron

Important, Unique Rietveld Lego Sideboard by Minale-Maeda for Droog Design
By Droog, Mario Minale
Located in New York, NY
forms. It is a masterpiece of intersecting planes, angles and oppossitional forms in an attempt to find
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Bauhaus Sideboards

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Baluster Side Table, English, Travertine Marble, Display, Planter Stand
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
classically appealing baluster form. Ideal as a side or lamp table, display base or planter stand. Delivered
Category

Late 20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Vintage Coastal Boho Refinished Split Pencil Rattan Sideboard
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
seeking a blend of form and utility. Ideal for a beach home or a modern organic space, this sideboard is a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1960 Catalan Artist Diaz Costa Hand-Painted Ceramic and Wood Hanger
Located in Barcelona, ES
-century design. Ideal for those appreciating both form and function, this vintage hanger adds a touch of
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Diaz Costa Wood and Hand Painted Ceramic Wall Hanger, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
-century design. Ideal for those appreciating both form and function, this vintage hanger adds a touch of
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

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