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Untitled
By Sorel Etrog
Located in Toronto, Ontario
example of Etrog's aesthetic and signature form - an ideal starter piece for your collection
Category

1970s Abstract Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

European Modern Rosewood Bedside Tables
By Dyrlund, Moser
Located in Chattanooga, TN
comfortable living with their compact form. Ideal for those in small spaces that need ample private storage
Category

Vintage 1970s German Scandinavian Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Teak Desk
Located in London, GB
integrity. This desk is a celebration of thoughtful craftsmanship and sculptural form, ideal for those who
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Teak Desk
Teak Desk
$2,751
Spanish vintage table lamp by Mayjan 70 s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
accent piece, this lamp seamlessly blends form and function. Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of mid
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Grete Jalk Danish Modern Tiered Magazine Rack Teak Surfboard Coffee Table
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. The ladder rung lower tier is a harmonious marriage of function and form. An ideal shelf for books and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Thonet - Michael Thonet - Coat rack - No. 1 - Beech
By Michael Thonet
Located in Budapest, HU
clothes stand is a perfect blend of form and function, ideal for adding historical sophistication to any
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Beech

Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Display Bookcase Wall Cabinet by Uniflex
By Uniflex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your prized collections, making it a perfect blend of form and function. Ideal for any interior, this
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Early 20th Century French Carved Walnut Folding Magazine Stand or Map Rack
Located in Dallas, TX
. Its sculptural V-shaped form is ideal for displaying large-format books, maps, or periodicals in a
Category

Early 20th Century French Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century 3-Tier Chandelier in Amber Smoked Glass Shades by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
. Together, these materials highlight the harmonious interplay between texture, finish, and form. Ideal for
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Coffer, French, Oak, Window Seat Storage Bench, 17th Century, circa 1700
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
aged French oak. The generous size offers useful storage options and the bench form is ideal for use
Category

Antique Late 17th Century French Benches

Materials

Oak

Antique Fender Seat, English, Brass, Leather, Fireside Bench, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
of unusual form. Ideal for the larger home or club lounge. Delivered polished and ready for the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Benches

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Ornate Bronze Jardinière with Zinc Liner
Located in Dallas, TX
designed feet. The removable zinc liner adds functionality to its elegant form, making it ideal for
Category

Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze, Zinc

Primitive Wabi Sabi Side Chair Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
craftsmanship. Their versatile form makes them ideal as accent or side chairs, adding warmth and texture to a
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Elm

Set of 3 Vintage Nesting Tables, English, Beech, Trio, Occasional, Midcentury
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
tables, dating to the Mid-20th Century, circa 1950. Beautifully appointed with serpentine forms, ideal
Category

Mid-20th Century British Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Beech

Brass and hand-faceted glass pendant lamp attributed to Fontana Arte Italy 1960s
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
may sound technical, this solid belongs to the Archimedean family—ideal geometric forms studied since
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

20th Century French Wooden Armchair
Located in High Point, NC
curved legs, adding to its graceful yet robust form. Ideal as an accent chair in a formal setting, this
Category

20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Gentleman s Valet, English, Beech, Bedroom Rack, Nightstand, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
arched coat rack with delightfully chamfered edges Small wooden tray of oval form, ideal for the
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Beech

1970s Italian Space Age Adjustable Table by Allegri Parma in Chrome and Glass
By Arredamenti Allegri
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
minimalism with imaginative form. Ideal for collectors and interior designers seeking rare, authentic 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Tables

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Knoll KN High Back Swivel Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set
By Knoll, Piero Lissoni
Located in Miami, FL
lightness converge. An ideal combination of form and function, this chair and ottoman set reflects the
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Meditation II
By Sorel Etrog
Located in Toronto, Ontario
aesthetic and signature form - an ideal starter piece for your collection. Lithograph Signed and
Category

1960s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Cartier Love Bracelet Cuff Yellow Gold Wide XXL Size 17 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
, which add a distinctive touch to its design. The bracelet is shaped in an ideal oval form, ensuring a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Wicker High Stools by Alberto Smania for Studio Interni Smania, 1970s
By Smania
Located in Brescia, Brescia
comfort, creating a perfect balance of form and function. Ideal for kitchen islands, home bars, or dining
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bouclé, Wicker, Rattan

Estate Bow Diamond Earrings 0.23ctw 18k White Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
, exuding timeless elegance. Their petite yet eye-catching form makes them ideal for daily wear or as an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 6 Segment Umbrella Rack, English, Brass, Stick Stand, Art Deco, C.1940
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
stand, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1940. Of eye-catching form and appearance, ideal for the
Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
, which adds artistic charm to the buffet. The French Bleached Oak Buffet is an ideal statement piece that
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Wood

Console in Carrara Marble and Patinated Brass, Italy, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
in material and color but modest in form. It's an ideal object to, for example, visually separate one
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Pair of Antique Chairs, English, Walnut, Aesthetic Period, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
cloth with matching brocade trim Delightful chairs in Classic form, ideal for the bedroom, hall or
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Cobbler s Chest, Pine, Tool Trunk, Coffee Table, Victorian, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
antique cobbler's chest, with high period appeal and whose form makes it ideal for a coffee table
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Ghost
By Sorel Etrog
Located in Toronto, Ontario
embossed intaglio is a great example of Etrog's aesthetic and signature form - an ideal starter piece for
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Intaglio

Chloé “Betty” Rubber Mid-Calf Boots Black (FW21 Collection) Size 37
By Chloé
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
balance of form and function, ideal for wet weather or urban styling. Details: • Designer: Chloé
Category

2010s Italian Boots

Griffin Signet Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 9 Victorian Style
Located in Fairfield, CT
sized at 9, the ring has a solid feel that complements its classic form. Ideal for those who value
Category

1990s Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Thooth Lamp stool by Chaiyut Plypetch for Studio Prōpaganda
Located in BARCELONA, ES
conversation starter. Its sculptural form is ideal for modern, eclectic, or medical-themed interiors
Category

1990s Thai Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Stilnovo large painted metal and brass twelve-arm chandelier, italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
sticks were dropped onto a surface, forming a small, unstable pile. The goal was to carefully extract
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Severin Hansen #163 nesting tables in rosewood Haslev Denmark 1960
By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
compact form make them ideal for both modern and mid-century interiors, serving as side tables or coffee
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Daybed Sofa Sofa bed Guest bed Canapé Walter Knoll 1950s
Located in Telgte, DE
living spaces. Ideal for lovers of clear forms, high-quality materials and flexible usage options.
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of 6 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Leather, Oak, Seat, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
period, circa 1910. Great colour and tasteful form ideal for the dinner table Displays a desirable
Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

French 19th Century Bronze Sculpture of a Maiden with a Jug by Schoenewerk
By Pierre Alexandre Schoenewerk 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
form. Ideal for enhancing various settings, this bronze sculpture can be displayed on a mantel, side
Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Come Back!
By Elisabeth Hoffova
Located in London, GB
style. Together they would be ideal to form a small, coherent collection. You are encouraged to inquire
Category

1960s Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Gouache

Antique Elbow Chair, English, Fruitwood, Office, Desk Seat, Victorian, C.1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
period, circa 1870. Wonderful open-arm form, ideal throughout the home Displays a desirable aged patina
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pierre Chapo “S34” Solid Elm Chair, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
material. This chair is a beautiful example of his ideals in a material form. Condition: In good
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Elm

Ceramic Aloe Vera Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
form and function. Ideal for storing cherished jewelry or small keepsakes, the Aloe Millipede Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Lounge Chair model “Green” by Salvati and Tresoldi for Pozzi, Italy 1970s
By Pozzi, Salvati Tresoldi
Located in Hellouw, NL
structural integrity. The Green lounge chair reflects mid-century ideals of blending form and purpose. It is
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Antique Architect s Desk, English, Adjustable, Draughtsman, Pedestal, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
form, ideal for central room placement with faux drawers to verso Dual layered desk top with an inset
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Antique Nightstands, English, Bedside, Fireside Cabinet, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
cabinet, dating to the William IV period and later, circa 1835. Impressive form and finish, ideal for
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Industrial Spanish Clamp Desk Lamp By Ramón Bigas i Balcells 1960s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
piece epitomizes the modernist ideals of form meeting function. Whether you're curating a mid-century
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
light and form. Ideal for those cherished promise moments, this ring is more than a jewelry it's a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Large Modernist Abstract Painting (1of 2 available)
By Gregg Robinson
Located in Surfside, FL
simplest solutions are often the most satisfying. Obviously, the modernist ideal of efficiency in form and
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Board

Large Modernist Geometric Abstract Painting
By Gregg Robinson
Located in Surfside, FL
satisfying. Obviously, the modernist ideal of efficiency in form and function requires that method of
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Board

Danish Cabinetmaker High-Back Chair with Stained Beech Arms, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
beech are the main decorative elements, especially on the exposed arms that extend to form the front
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Gio Ponti "Fireside" Chair for Casa e Giardino, Italy 1930s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Utrecht, NL
, “I am tempted to say that form is an ideal contribution, independent of functionality and originated
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Wood

Moser German Modern Rosewood Small Vertical Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Dyrlund, Moser
Located in Chattanooga, TN
comfortable living with its compact form. It’s ideal for those in small spaces that need ample private storage
Category

Vintage 1970s German Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

The Parting II
By Elisabeth Hoffova
Located in London, GB
by Hoffova in the same style of frame. Together they would be ideal to form a small coherent
Category

1960s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Gouache

The Parting I
By Elisabeth Hoffova
Located in London, GB
would be ideal to form a small coherent collection. You are encouraged to inquire about its pair. In
Category

1960s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Gouache

Johannes Andersen nesting tables in rosewood CFC Silkeborg Denmark 1960
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
maintaining a cohesive look. Their timeless design and compact form make them ideal for both modern and mid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Elegant 70s Targetti Sankey Lamp Minimalist Italian Design in Beige and Chrome
By Targetti Sankey
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
sleek and compact form makes it ideal for a variety of settings, from office desks to bedside tables
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pierre Chapo “S34” Chair and "T21D - Sfax" Table in Solid Elm, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
, they are perfectly imperfect, which is a conscious, Chapo-esque ideal. Chapo's work originated by
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Elm

Pair of Armchairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden ca 1960s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, David Rosén
Located in Utrecht, NL
stores and producers, creating furniture pieces that embodied the ideals of quality craftsmanship
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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