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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

【Énigma】1.47ct Vivid Green Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Radiance ideal: “Where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne.” This is a piece that commands
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Stunning Milo Baughman style Modern Cowhide Thick Slab Lucite Bench
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
elongated form makes it ideal for use as an entryway bench, bedroom accent, or living room statement piece
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cowhide, Lucite

VENINI special vase Veronese black Filigrana 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. We
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Cloudy Hills Fields, original painting, contemporary, landscape, abstract
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

19th Century English Regency Style Inlaid Box
Located in Tampa, FL
, adding a touch of luxury and refinement while protecting delicate contents. Its compact form makes it
Category

Antique 1890s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silk, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Bench or Coffee Table, 1960s, Refinished
By Maruni, Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
immediate use (and admiration) in any interior. Its elongated form makes it ideal not only as a bench, but
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

White Diamond Ruby Snake Bracelet Bangle
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
inspiration with contemporary elegance. Its gold-plated finish and sleek form make it ideal for layering or
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Antique Bachelor s Book Cabinet, English, Tabletop Repository, William IV, 1835
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
interest and rich russet hues, exuding refined period elegance Charming self-contained form, ideal for a
Category

Antique 1830s British William IV Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Art Deco Brass Hanging Lamp, Europe First half of the 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
curves to obtain the ideal balance of form. The interplay between the rich patina of the bronze and the
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Barovier Toso Flush Mount Murano Glass Gold and Clear Color Flowers, 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
, offering 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

French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Pink Marble-Top Night Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
grain. Its compact form made it ideal for use beside a bed or in a sitting room, where it offered both
Category

Vintage 1920s American Louis XVI Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pierce Carved Paint Decorated Pair of French Louis XV Armchairs circa 1920s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
armrests, and a beautifully crested top rail complete their elegant form. Ideal for use in a formal
Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Large Porcelain Sculpture by Edouard-Marcel Sandoz "Cacatoès"
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
. The sculpture has an imposing and solid form, ideal for collectors of decorative art from the early
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

A 1920 s Regency Style Ebonised Extending Dining Table
Located in London, GB
proportion, while the gilt accents lend a touch of timeless sophistication. Its versatile form makes it ideal
Category

Vintage 1910s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 Antique Dining Chairs, English, Carver, Seat, Hepplewhite, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
outward arms, supported by canted front supports Seat heights matched across the two forms at a
Category

Early 20th Century British Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Abstract Seated Nude with Red Background French Modern Figurative Gouache
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
of Nicod’s figurative abstraction and his sensitivity to human form. Ideal for collectors of French
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gouache

Set of 2 Monumental Terracotta Jars, Hand-Crafted, Java, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
textured surface with natural patina. Their large scale and sculptural form make them ideal statement
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Jars

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

En Amore II by Nando Kallweit. Elegant figurative bronze sculpture of 2 women
By Nando Kallweit
Located in Coltishall, GB
simplicity and complexity of relationships. The piece stands as a testament to modernist ideals, where form
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Small Antique Calligraphy Ink Pot , Japanese, Meiji, Bronze Inkwell, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
detail encircles the body, catching the light with elegant texture Compact and tactile in form, ideal for
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large Artisan Teardrop Ceramic Vases in Deep Blue and Terracotta Glaze
Located in Yonkers, NY
generous height and pure form make them ideal as standalone statement pieces or as anchors in a console or
Category

Late 20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic

A Lovely Vintage 1960s Red Wicker Italian Crossbody Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
in a vibrant, bold red. The structured, dome-shaped silhouette showcases a compact yet stylish form
Category

1960s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Flower Sleeve, English, Art Glass, Display, Tear Drop Posy Vase, C.1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
violet and indigo hues lend a refined decorative quality Compact posy vase form, ideal for a single stem
Category

Vintage 1980s British Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

"Intimate Reflections: A Vintage Acrylic on Canvas by Helen Stein"
Located in West Palm Beach, US
themes of the human form. Ideal for galleries, living rooms, or personal collections, this painting is a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Carrara Marble Sculpture of Classical Wrestlers, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
reflects the timeless beauty of the human form in motion. Ideal for collectors of classical art, athletic
Category

Vintage 1980s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Monumental French Renaissance Castle Fireplace Mantel - Acanthus Volute Jambs
Located in Beervelde, BE
artistic refinement of 16th-century craftsmanship. Its proportions and stately form make it ideal for a
Category

Antique Early 17th Century French Renaissance Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Mid Century French Abstract Cosmic Composition White on Black Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
exploring symmetry and form. Ideal for framing, it would sit beautifully in both vintage and contemporary
Category

20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Ink, Gouache

Vintage Blue Upholstered Round Moroccan Pouf
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
, or even a stylish pull-up side table. Its compact form makes it ideal for use in designer living
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Stools

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century French Geometric Abstract in Blue and Black Ink on Paper
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rhythm, proportion and form. Ideal for collectors of French abstract art, geometric modernism or mid
Category

20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Ink, Gouache

Cortina 861 Gray Chair By Fabrizio Gallinaro
By Billiani 1911
Located in Milan, IT
piece stands out for its detailed craftsmanship and sculptural form, ideal for elevating seating spaces.
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Afra Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight Plywood Dining Chairs 1970s
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
, supported by a solid and stable structure. Their minimalist yet sculptural form makes them ideal for dining
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Pair of "Berga" Armchairs by David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), David Rosén
Located in Utrecht, NL
stores and producers, creating furniture pieces that embodied the ideals of quality craftsmanship
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Arne Vodder Rosewood Executive Desk 207 for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rosewood veneers highlight the Danish tradition of craftsmanship. A timeless design that merges form and
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Female Torso Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
ideal female form. -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Statuary Marble

Set of 8 Memphis Style Pasta Soup Plates by Bopla Langenthal, 1990s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
deep form ideal for pasta, soups, risotto, or stews, and is decorated with bold central motifs of
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1800 ANTiQUE QING DYNASTY LACQUERED ORIENTAL CHINESE CONSOLE TABLE CARVED FLORAL
Located in Pulborough, GB
. Its versatile form makes it ideal as a console, writing desk, or statement hall table, bringing a
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Antique Temple Betel Nut Dish, Indonesian, Engraved Brass Sireh Stand, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
stand, with elaborate engraving and fine form, ideal for enhancing a curated interior, museum-quality
Category

Antique 1850s Indonesian Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

1990s Vintage Laying Down Bronze Lady Statue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, this piece is a striking celebration of form and femininity—ideal for display in a contemporary
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Statues

Materials

Bronze

Modern Art Deco-Inspired Tibetan Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
subtle balance of tone, texture, and form, ideal for sophisticated contemporary interiors. The rug
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ercole Barovier, Murano pair of Table Lamps circa 1940
By Ercole Barovier
Located in LA, CA
contemporary spaces. Their compact footprint and striking form make them ideal for professional staging, high
Category

Vintage 1940s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Jazz Age 1930 s EPIAG Art Deco Red White Porcelain Demitasse Coffee Set
By Royal Epiag
Located in Red Lion, PA
sculptural form, an ideal acquisition for the discerning collector, curated interior, or museum-quality
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Tulu Runner in Soft Aqua Tones with Natural Texture
Located in New York, NY
to the long, narrow form. Ideal for hallways, kitchens, or beside a bed, this runner blends
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bauhaus Tubular Steel Side Table B 12 by Marcel Breuer, 1930s
By Marcel Breuer, Mücke Melder
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
the Bauhaus ideal where function becomes form. Perfect as a side or accent table in Bauhaus-inspired
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Sculptural Hardwood Side Table, Coffee Table, Red Stain, Hand-Carved, Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
or a plant. It is designed for interiors that celebrate authenticity and elemental forms. Ideal for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Copper Firescreen with Bevelled Mirror Panel, c. 1900
Located in Lincoln, GB
copper and the reflective glass is particularly striking. This piece embodies the ideals of the era
Category

Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Copper

Antique Butler s Stilton Stand, English, Cheese Truckle Crescent, Georgian, 1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1780. An exquisite and unusual serving piece, rich in charm and form
Category

Antique 1780s British Georgian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Blue White Polka Dot Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
masterful attention to form and texture. Ideal for garden parties, brunches, or summer soirées, this dress
Category

Mid-20th Century European Evening Dresses and Gowns

VINTAGE MiD CENTURY HARDWOOD NEST OF THREE TABLES
Located in Pulborough, GB
form and function—ideal for use as occasional side tables, lamp stands, or tiered decorative surfaces
Category

20th Century British Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Lime Green Round Moroccan Art Deco Upholstered Stool
By Maison Jansen
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
serve as an upholstered footstool, vanity seat, or even a stylish pull-up side table. Its compact form
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Stools

Materials

Fabric

Sofa DS-470 by Thomas Althaus for De Sede, Switzerland
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
create a fluid, sculptural form, ideal for both statement-making interiors and intimate, communal seating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Monumental Pair of Hand-Painted Italian Ceramic Vases, 1950s AND 240 CM
Located in Madrid, ES
form make them ideal as statement pieces in grand interiors, entry halls, hotel lobbies, or garden
Category

Late 20th Century Urns

Materials

Ceramic

Antique c.1910 Pair of Tall Parquetry Veneer Bedside Tables Quality Nightstands
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
patina developed over time. Their tall, graceful form makes them ideal as bedside tables, lamp stands, or
Category

Vintage 1910s Night Stands

Materials

Wood

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