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Mount Cook - Across the Lake, Contemporary, landscape, original
Located in Deddington, GB
prepared plywood, which supports heavy mark-making and thick impasto, forming an ideal base for scraping
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board

Pair of Late 18th c. French Earthenware Jars with Lions Head Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
and care, while their substantial form makes them ideal for display atop a console, mantel, or dining
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Knoll Matic Compact Sofa by Piero Lissoni
By Knoll, Piero Lissoni
Located in Basildon, London
, ensuring both durability and relaxation. Its compact form makes it ideal for smaller spaces, while the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 12
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

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

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 10
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

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

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 5
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

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

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 6
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

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

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 8
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

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

14K Yellow Gold over Silver Diamond Accent Filigree Heart Promise Ring- Size 7
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

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

Hector Dark Oak Dining Table 105 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make it ideal for small yet dynamic spaces
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Light Oak Dining Table 105 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make it ideal for small yet dynamic
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Concrete Top and Dark Oak Legs Dining Table 105 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
dining space, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Hector Concrete Top and Light Oak Legs Dining Table 105 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
dining space, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

French Lounge Chair in Navy Alpaca Attributed to Dangles Defrance, 1950s
By Christian Defrance and Geneviève Dangles
Located in Chicago, IL
a subtle sheen, bringing quiet dimension to the minimalist form. Ideal flanking a fireplace
Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Flat Woven Rug
Located in New York, NY
use of flat weaving emphasizes the crisp lines and defined forms, making it ideal for both minimalist
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavia...

Materials

Wool

Reclining Female Nude on Red Drapery French Modernist Watercolor Study
By Pierre Neveu
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Executed in watercolour and ink, the composition captures the model lying on deep red drapery, her form
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Copper Umbrella Stand With Maker s Mark, Germany 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
oval form provides ideal storage for umbrellas, or you can simply use it as a giant vase – it's a real
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Copper

Abstract Red Flowers with Bottles and Fruit French Modernist Gouache
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
that bridges abstraction and recognisable form. Ideal for collectors of floral modernism, mixed still
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Hector Dark Oak Dining Table 140 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
of memorable gatherings, emanating an elegant expression and voluminous form. Ideal for both grand
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Light Oak Dining Table 140 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
of memorable gatherings, emanating an elegant expression and voluminous form. Ideal for both grand
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Dark Concrete Top and Steel Legs Dining Table 140 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
voluminous form. Ideal for both grand settings in modern homes and as a striking meeting table in expansive
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Hector Dark Oak Dining Table 120 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make it ideal for a dynamic space. With its
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Light Oak Dining Table 120 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make it ideal for a dynamic space. With
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Hector Concrete Top and Dark Oak Legs Dining Table 120 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
dining space, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Hector Light Concrete Top and Steel Legs Dining Table 140 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
voluminous form. Ideal for both grand settings in modern homes and as a striking meeting table in expansive
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Hector Concrete Top and Light Oak Legs Dining Table 120 by Eberhart Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
dining space, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. Its elegant expression and form make
Category

2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

German Porcelain Floral Centerpiece Bowl Signed Carl Tielsch
Located in Clearwater, FL
graceful form make it ideal as a decorative centerpiece or display piece, adding a touch of romantic
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
. The proportion and form is ideal for the traditional fireside. Attractive example with useful
Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

GIA Type A Mottled Light Purple and Light Green Translucent Jadeite Jade Bangle
Located in New York, NY
desirable among collectors. This bangle has a serene, wearable palette and a timeless minimalist form, ideal
Category

20th Century Bangles

Materials

Jade

Vintage Patio Planter Jug, Italian, Terracotta, Garden, Jardiniere, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
outdoor charm Crafted in traditional Romanesque form, ideal for ornamental planting Amber terracotta hues
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Terracotta

Mid-Century Spanish Wrought and Gilt-Iron Scroll Coffee Table with Glass Top
Located in Camden, ME
strong form, ideal for anchoring a generous seating area. At the center of the base, an intricate
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

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

David Webb Colombian Emerald and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Tampa, FL
, minimalist gold form—an ideal balance of gemstone presence and sculptural design. David Webb Colombian
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III Painted and Stained Glass Windows
Located in Dallas, TX
opulence with a restrained palette that diffuses light beautifully. Their elongated arched form makes them
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Windows

Materials

Lead

Authentic Cassina LC2 Black Leather Two-Seat Sofa by Le Corbusier 1994
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in Detroit, MI
LC2 is designed for more formal, upright sitting. It's two-seat compact form is ideal for smaller
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Liz End Table 5096 - Yellow Lacquered Fiberglass
Located in London, GB
-gloss lacquer finish offers subtle sheen and depth, while the sculptural form lends versatility—ideal as
Category

2010s Vietnamese End Tables

Materials

Fiberglass, Lacquer

Vintage Wine Decanter, English, Glass, Aerator, Liqueur Vessel, Mid 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
-bodied form, ideal for aerating red wines such as Merlot or Grenache Presents beautifully upon a dining
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Glass

1900s French Butler Tray Stand
Located in High Point, NC
French style. Its versatile form makes it ideal for use as a display stand, accent table, or serving base
Category

Early 20th Century French Luggage Racks

Materials

Wood

Small Travertine Cube Pedestal
Located in Chicago, IL
the irregular, natural patterning of stone. The simple cube form is ideal as a tabletop pedestal for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Travertine

Exceptional Flower Flush Mount by Seguso Murano Venice Italy, 1950s
By Seguso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
a perfect blend of luxury and organic form. Ideal for adding a touch of glamour to a living room
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Travertine Display Pedestal
Located in Chicago, IL
the irregular, natural patterning of stone. The simple column form is ideal as small side table or a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century British Teak Credenza by Avalon Yatton
By Avalon Yatton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
with a warm teak finish and minimalist form. Ideal for modern or vintage-inspired interiors. Please
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Vondom Fusta Armchair by Ramón Esteve
By Ramón Esteve, Vondom
Located in Alcamo, IT
design, providing comfort without compromising the lightness and purity of the overall form. Ideal for
Category

2010s Italian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Fusta Sofa by Ramón Esteve – Vondom
By Ramón Esteve, Vondom
Located in Alcamo, IT
, providing comfort without compromising the lightness and purity of the overall form. Ideal for terraces
Category

2010s Spanish Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Franz Sartori Lounge Chair Leather Cotton
By Franz Sartori
Located in Faversham, GB
timeless form. Ideal as a statement lounge chair in a living room, reading corner, or design-focused
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Cotton

Charming Art Deco Evans Red Enamel Long Cigarette case w/ Silver Scottie Dog
By Evans Case Company
Located in Red Lion, PA
beautifully preserved form, making it ideal for collectors of Art Deco accessories, Evans cases, enamel
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Enamel

20th Century French Oak Spindle-Back Loveseat with Bouclé Cushions
Located in High Point, NC
compact yet inviting form makes it ideal for an entryway, sitting area, or reading nook, bringing warmth
Category

20th Century French Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Akis 6 Person Rectangular Table Solid Wood Oak Top, Solid Oak Cylinder Legs
Located in Okmeydanı, TR
fits into any space with its modern and elegant design. Its rectangular form creates an ideal
Category

2010s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Cloudy Hills Fields Three Trees, original painting, contemporary, landscape
By Marilyn Simler
Located in Deddington, GB
impasto, forming an ideal base for scraping back or revealing underpainting.
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board

Three Friends of Winter, Taiwanese Lacquer Plaque
By Hsien Min Wang
Located in Taichung, TW
and noble character. Together they form the ideals long pursued by Chinese literati. Through the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Lacquer

Mid-Century Opalescent Textural Glass Pendant Chandelier with Nickel Fittings
Located in New York, NY
era’s focus on innovative materials and streamlined forms. Ideal for mid-century interior spaces, this
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Hand-Colored Botanical Engravings of London-Pride and Its Varieties, 1902
Located in Langweer, NL
tones and intricate botanical form make them ideal for refined interiors, studies, or botanical-themed
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Prints

Materials

Paper

VENINI special vase Veronese Filigrana White Murano Glass Limited Ed. 6/99, 2013
By Vittorio Zecchin, Venini
Located in Venezia, IT
craftsmanship and one of Venini’s most emblematic forms, ideal for a curated design or glass art collection
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Patchwork Contemporary Rug in Red, Blue, and Neutral Geometric Patterns
Located in Jakarta Selatan, ID
forms makes it ideal for interiors that embrace creativity and individuality. • Material: Wool and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Carpets

Materials

Wool, Acrylic

Small Antique Chaire Pot, Oriental, Ceramic Tea Caddy, Canister, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
decoration and traditional Eastern charm. Charming and petite form, ideal for storing loose-leaf teas or as
Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Modernist Bleached Lychee Wood Coffee Table or Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
chosen for its sculptural form, artisanal joinery, and timeworn patina. From rustic French barstools to
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Carved Lychee Wood Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
chosen for its sculptural form, artisanal joinery, and timeworn patina. From rustic French barstools to
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

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