1940s Decorative Objects

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Art: Lucrecia Moyano Lucrecia Moyano (Buenos Aires, 1902-1998) was a versatile artist, designer, and decorator, as well as a key figure of Argentine material culture due to her expertise in applied arts based on glass and textile design. Her pieces stand out for their decorative and practical elements. The mastery shown in her watercolor and oil paintings captivated Alejandro Bustillo and Louis Fourvel Rigolleau, among many others. Bustillo, the architect, hired her to produce pieces for the Llao Llao...

Unbelievable Italian ceramic vase by Guido Andloviz from Laveno, 1940s. Signed on the bottom.

1940s "Face". Lost wax bronze. Signed. Biography Sculptor, painter, and printmaker Umberto Mastroianni was born in Fintana Liri, Italy, on September 21, 1910. His formal training be...

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Beautiful handblown glass vase "Stella Polaris" Thick and heavy crystal glass with an organic shape and frosted or platina finish. Designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, Sweden i...

Primitive wood mold with fantastic patina Different shapes available - priced separately but wonderful as a collection France circa 1940s.

Beautiful Swedish modern bowl in glazed earthenware, by Eva Jancke-Björk for Bo Fajans, ca 1940-50's. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.

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1940's Borneo bowl made from dried buffalo skin. Stretched and formed in shape of large bowl. Two available and sold individually.

Bronze bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund. Produced in Sweden.

Amedeo Gennarelli Torso Carved Granite Art Deco Circa 1940 DIMENSIONS Height: 15.5 inches (39.37 cm) Width: 8 inches (20.32 cm) Depth: 6 inches (15.24 cm) ABOUT This expressive hand-carved and highly polished grey-and-pink granite sculpture is mounted on a square black stone base with the incised signature atop, ‘A. Gennarelli’. AMEDEO GENNARELLI (Italian/French, 1881–1943) a/k/a Jean Ortis was a French/Italian sculptor. He was born in 1881 in Naples, Italy, but immigrated to Paris in 1913 and worked there; exhibiting at numerous Salons of the Societe des Artistes Francais through the years to come. He is known for his work in the art deco style and for his depictions of the female nudes; working in bronze, stone, terra-cotta and wood. Amedeo Gennarelli died in Paris...

A striking and spirited bronze sculpture titled “Fritidsflickan” (The Leisure Girl), designed by acclaimed Swedish sculptor Stig Blomberg and produced by Ystad Brons in the mid-20th ...

Rare candlestick designed by Lars Holmström. Produced in his own workshop in Arvika, Sweden.

Intact helmet from Auxiliary Police Force measurements are approximate- contact dealer for specifics

1940's Hungarian Brutalist design brown and cream thin shaped vase. Vertical lines at the top. Horizontal lines at the middle and bottom. Signature cobalt blue interior glaze. Part o...

Large pair of 1940s Italian grape candle sconces. Beautiful Florentine gilt toleware candleholders with grape and vine decoration and scalloped drip tray...

We offer this vintage Mexican enamelware, circa 1940.

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Crystal. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods of war that were taking place. 1st World War took place between 1914 and 1918 2nd World War took place between 1939 and 1945 The immigrants options were New York or Buenos Aires. Tickets were cheap and in Buenos Aires they were welcomed with open arms, as it was a country where everything was still to be done. Argentina was the country of new opportunities, labour was needed and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the rest of the family members join them. In the immigrant museum “Ellis Island Immigrant Building” in New York you can se the promotional posters of the boats that would take them to a new life. Between the years 1895 and 1896, Argentina had the highest DGP (gross domestic product) per capita in the world according to the Maddison Historical Statistics index, this situation arose due to the large amount of food being exported to European countries, which were at war. The Argentinean ships left the port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo, the beams with the inscription “Made in England)”, as well as many markets that were built in Buenos Aires, such us the San Telmo Market, whose structure was brought by ship and afterwards assembled in 900 Defensa Street. With the great influence of European immigrants living in the country, the children of the upper classes travelled to study in France, resulting in the inauguration of “La Maison Argentinienne”, on 27th of June 1928, in the international city of Paris, which hosted many Argentinians that were studying in Frace. It´s the fourth house to be built after France, Canada and Belgium, being the first Spanish-speaking one. Still in place today (17 Bd Jourdan, 75014, Paris, France). Many of the children of these wealthy families who attended international art exhibitions, museums and art courses abroad, took a keen interest in the European style. This is why Buenos Aires was at the time referred as “The Paris of South America”. Between the years 1890 and 1920 more than a hundred Palaces were built on Alvear Avenue the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires. Today some of these palaces have been transformed into museums, hotels and embassies. In the year 1936, the Kavanagh building was inaugurated, it was the tallest reinforced concrete building in South America. During 1994 the American Society of Civil Engineers distinguished it as an “international engineering milestone”, and it´s now considered a World Heritage of Modern Architecture. At the time was common to hire foreign architects such as Le Corbusier, who visited Buenos Aires/Argentina in 1929 and in 1948 he drew up the blueprints for a house built in La Plata City (which was declared a World Heritage Site). In 1947, the Hungarian architect Marcelo Breuer designed “Parador Ariston” in the seaside city of Mar del Plata. After an Argentinean student at Harvard University convinced him to come to Argentina. He worked on an urban development project in the Casa Amarilla, area of La Boca. The Ukrainian architect, Vladimiro Acosta, arrives in Argentina in 1928 and worked as an architect until que moved to Brazil. Antonio Bonet, a Spanish architect who worked with Le Corbusier in Paris, arrives in Argentina in 1937, where he carried out several architectural works and in 1938 designs the well-known BFK chair. Andres Kálnay, of Hungarian origin, made around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter Gropius, director of the Bauhaus, lived in Argentina, where he wrote articles for “Sur” magazine and founded in Buenos Aires, an architectural firm with Franz Möller, who was also an architect, where he built two houses. At the same time several famous designers decided to immigrate to Argentina, among them we can find the well-known French designer, Jean-Michel Frank, who arrived in the country in 1940 and also worked for the Rockefeller family. Special pieces were made, which were sold exclusively in the country, such as the well-known German company “WMF”, who sold their products by catalogue, which were chosen by the ladies of High Society in the list of wedding gifts, as well as the pieces designed by Christofle. The Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti, made special pieces for Argentinean mansions. In 1904 the first Jansen branch outside Paris was established in Buenos Aires, as the Argentinean clientele demanded a large amount of furniture, from the end of the 19th century to the Mid-20th Century. In 1970, the brand Rigolleau Argentina made pieces authorised by Lalique. The brands Maple and Thompson also set up shop in the country. The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919. Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other French firms. They were bought in flower shops and were given to ladies with beautiful floral arrangements. Some furniture manufacturers travelled to international fairs and bough the patterns to produce the furniture in Argentina, such as the furniture firm Englander and Bonta, who bought the patterns ins Italy. It is worth mentioning that in Argentina we have the largest Community of Italians outside...

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Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Colossal unique floor vase with geometric pattern in glazed stoneware. Beautiful glaze in light earth tones. Early unique piece from the 1940's in muse...

Primitive wood mold with fantastic patina Different shapes available - priced separately but wonderful as a collection France circa 1940s.

1940s, Sweden. Wide-mouth vessel with decorative handles by Wilhelm Kåge from his Argenta collection of stoneware produced for the Gustavsberg Factory. Speckled turquoise glaze with ...

We present to you a unique set of four Roman emperor busts, made of patinated and gilded bronze. Each bust measures 85 cm in height, offering an imposing and majestic presence. Made ...

Thick glass face in the art deco style of the work of the Lalique house of the 40s. Very beautiful decorative object with a pure and decorative design. Thic...

It was exhibited in the original Miami beach antique show and Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)". Horse in wood and chrome. ...

Very large ceramic vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand decorate vertical lines. Glaze beige and gray green. Stamped.

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This large cream colored ceramic vase with light blue stripes was executed by Herman A. Kähler, Denmark, ca. in the 1940s. The vase has the ‘HAK’ monogram and 'DENMARK' incised.

Vase ‘Surrea’ by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Sweden, 1940s H: 33 cm / 1' 1" Dia: 16 cm / 6 5/16"

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Terracotta japanese girl Akito head sculpture Willy Gordon (1918 - 2023), France 1940s Juvenile work. Signed on the base. Measures: H 35 cm x 20 x 19 cm Conditions: excel...

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Italian Art Deco green ceramic vase with a circular motif by Deruda, 1940 ca. Art deco ceramic vase with a green background, with designs in shades of yellow and decorative buttonho...

Barovier & Toso Glass Bowl, iridescent, ca. 1940 The substantial, shell-like glass bowl is crafted from iridescent, hand-blown Murano glass, featuring a ribbed design. This style gi...

It was exhibited in the original Miami beach antique show and Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)". We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau ...

A vintage 1940s metal lantern with single candle pricket. Decorated flower motif with original patina.

Wilhelm Kåge (1889-1960) for Gustavsberg. Argenta Art Deco dish in glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in shades of green with silver inlay in t...

Stig Lindberg for Gustavsberg Studio, Sweden Round dish in glazed faience with hand-painted flowers. 1940s. Measures: 22 x 4.5 cm. In excellent condition. Signed.

This beautifully handcrafted ceramic vase dates from the late 1940s and showcases a refined interplay of form, texture, and tone. The body is finished in a soft matte grey glaze that...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Dunhill of London STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Gothic Dome METAL / MATERIAL: Brass and Wood CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 7" X 9" X 2 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Back Winding DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Gilt Markers ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT The house of Dunhill is one of England's premier gentleman's clothier. They specialized in the finest in everything. If you were British Royalty, your finery came from them. From Clocks to clothing, to smoking attire and accoutrements, Alfred Dunhill was the place to go. They had locations all over the world, in the finest shopping areas. I remember they had until recently a store in Beverly Hills as well. This clock represents the finest in English styling and will look great on a smaller mantle...

Rare ceramic vase with an intriguing pattern. A true conversation starter. Designed by Vicke Lindstrand, a luminary in Scandinavian Mid-Century design during the 1940s-50s, left an i...

Patinated plaster bust of an Asian woman by Herbert McRae Miller. "Signed: H. M. Miller 40" Herbert McRae-Miller was born in Montreal. He studied at the Art Students League, New York...

About Sculpture This homoerotic ebonized hand-carved wood sculpture of a pair of nude males, the older one supporting the falling down body of the youth, was created by an anonymous...

This striking hand-turned wooden bowl is attributed to Swedish artisan Oscar Johansson, known for his mastery in Scandinavian woodcraft. Crafted from solid pine, the bowl showcases t...

Pol Chambost (1906-1983), France. Colossal bowl in glazed stoneware shaped like a leaf. Beautiful glaze in purple and light pink shades. 1940s. Measures: 60.5 x 20 cm. Height: 9 c...

Exceptional vase Richard Ginori Giovanni Gariboldi vase yellow white ceramic, 1945, Italy.

This very large elliptical shaped earthenware dish designed by Nils Kähler (1906-1979) was executed by Herman A. Kähler, Denmark, ca. in the 1940s. It is decorated with black and tu...

A striking piece of mid-century Scandinavian design, this Uppsala Ekeby vase (Model 441) by Harald Östergren features an elegant floral relief pattern in a mesmerizing deep blue glaz...

Kähler, HAK. Narrow neck vase in glazed ceramics. Geometric pattern on brown background, 1940s. Measures: 12 x 9 cm. Stamped. In excellent condition.

These backrests were exclusively used by Dignitaries of the Mongo people in DRC. The diamond design on the seat can also be found on the Kuba tissues called "Velours du Kasai.".

Andre Fau (1896-1982) for Boulogne. Art Deco vase in glazed ceramics. Beautiful speckled glaze in orange shades, 1940s. Measures: 20.5 x 14 cm. Stamped. I...

Figure of Girl with Beach Towel from Le Bertetti Torino, 1940s

Argenta Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg Wilhelm Kåge, Gustavsberg, Argenta Art Deco ceramic vase with a lid decorated with silver inlaid. Signed Gustavsberg Ar...

Aluminia, Copenhagen, faience vase, brown glaze, circa 1940s. Measures 24 x 15 cm. In perfect condition. 1st. factory quality. Stamped.

1940's Original Enamel Tiffin Carrier - Deep Blue. Classic multi compartment tiffin carrier. An original 1940's well loved and used deep blue enamel tiffin from India. Used daily t...

Kähler, Denmark, glazed stoneware dish/bowl. circa 1940s. Stamped. Measures: 39 cm. X 3.5 cm. In perfect condition.

John (Johnny) Mattsson, born 18 July 1906 in Gävle, died 9 February 1970 in the same place, was a Swedish sculptor and craftsman. Polio had made Mattsson lame and through disabili...

Beautifully glazed in tones of mossy green, papaya, ivory and blue topaz, this bowl by Waylande Gregory depicts a cactus laden with brilliant blossoms. Gregory was one of America's greatest sculptors and ceramicists before and after World War II. He was prodigious and indefatigable, producing a wide range of sculptures and wares in ceramic during his years working with Lorado Taft...

Ceramic figure of a dancing girl with a tambourine Le Bertetti Torino, 1940, Sculpture No. 174 "Hungary". Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden ...