Fine Art & Lighting Holiday Sale

Dynamic Abstract Oil Painting by Bert Miripolsky

Expressionist Bronze Sculpture by Howard Quam

Rare Set of 4 MCM Candlesticks by Carl Auböck

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Culver City, CA, United States

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Fine Art & Lighting Holiday Sale

Galerie Sommerlath

A selection of paintings, sculpture and decorative objects as well as an array of eclectic lighting options. Over 300 items up for auction at amazing discounts! American and European, from Mid-Century to Memphis era. Folk art, oil paintings, ceramics, floor lamps and much more.

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Memphis Inspired Colorful Glass Vase: A fun Memphis Group inspired colorful glass vase with contrasting shapes that seem to be stacked. The wide circular base is clear glass with swirling orange stripes, surmounted by a cobalt sphere

0220: Memphis Inspired Colorful Glass VaseEst. $300-$750Lot Passed

Purple Candy Dish by Higgins: Rectangular glass dish with a sunburst pattern. Signed “Higgins” at the lower left corner. Founded by a Chicago-based couple in 1948, the Higgins Glass Company revisits the ancient art of glass

0221: Purple Candy Dish by HigginsEst. $120-$220Lot Passed

Hand-Painted Light Blue Ceramic Tray: This ceramic tray features a rectangular surface with a small cup in the center, which supports the entire piece. It has been coated in a light blue glaze and the decorative flowers have been painted

0222: Hand-Painted Light Blue Ceramic TrayEst. $80-$180Lot Passed

Blown Glass Serving Platter: This glass serving platter features a veined pattern in white, purple, gold, and green hues. Original Retail Price $280 Condition Excellent. Measurements Diameter:

0223: Blown Glass Serving PlatterEst. $200-$350Lot Passed

One-of-a-Kind Hand Blown Glass Piece: This hand blown glass piece features yellow caramel-colored stripes on a clear form. The piece is shaped like a vase, yet the top has no opening. Original Retail Price $180 Period

0224: One-of-a-Kind Hand Blown Glass PieceEst. $90-$180Lot Passed

Petite Glass Bud Vase: This petite glass bud vase is made from violet-tinted blown glass in the shape of a mushroom cloud. There is a tiny hole in the top, as pictured, large enough for 1-2 stems. The underside is

0225: Petite Glass Bud VaseEst. $90-$240Lot Passed

French Art Deco Glass Tray by Hunebelle: This Art Deco trivet designed by Andre Hunebelle features a ‘Crysantheme” pattern in clear and frosted glass. The work embossed beneath, “A Hunebelle France.” Born in Paris in 1896,

0226: French Art Deco Glass Tray by HunebelleEst. $150-$550Lot Passed

Studio Ceramic Vase: This stoneware studio ceramic, tall neck flower or bud vase features an elegant silhouette that would add to any environment. Beautiful drip glaze throughout reminiscent of Natzler and David Cressey.

0227: Studio Ceramic VaseEst. $100-$550Lot Passed

White French Industrial Medical Lamp: Shell table lamp and keepsake holder on a round base. Made up of several different kinds of shells, with one shell overturned to hold rings or small items. Light bulb is hidden behind one of the

0229: White French Industrial Medical LampEst. $450-$950Lot Passed

Brass 1960s Table Lamps with Leaf Detail: Pair of brass 1960s table lamps with leaf detail in relief. Base of lamp is 6.50? in diameter. Body of lamp measures 2.50? at it’s widest point and 1 inch and its most narrow. Original

0231: Brass 1960s Table Lamps with Leaf DetailEst. $900-$1,400Lot Passed

1940s Lamp w/ Gilded Brass and Frosted Glass: 1940s lamp with moss green frosted glass. Gilded brass inset scene of birds and bronze base. The width was measured from the widest point of the lamp. Original Retail Price $1,200

0232: 1940s Lamp w/ Gilded Brass and Frosted GlassEst. $600-$1,200Lot Passed

1970s Clear Lucite Chandelier: The frame of this two tier chandelier is made of chromed metal. The diameter of the top, larger section is 19.0? and the smaller, bottom section is 10.0? in diameter. Original Retail Price

0233: 1970s Clear Lucite ChandelierEst. $1,000-$1,800Lot Passed

1970s White Lacquer Desk Lamp: 1970s white lacquer desk lamp with sleek aerodynamic shape and curved arm over solid triangular base. Original Retail Price $280 Period 1970s Condition Excellent

0234: 1970s White Lacquer Desk LampEst. $150-$280Lot Passed

Fiberglass Table Lamp: Three cast glass rings are inserted at the top of the lamp which is made of black painted fiberglass. Measures: 29? high. Very classical design. Original Retail Price $1,600

0235: Fiberglass Table LampEst. $350-$1,600Lot Passed

Architectural Table Lamp in Black Lacquer: Geometric lamp in black lacquer. This lamp’s beveled shape and see-through centre make for a very architectural or window like base. The geometrically patterned fabric on the shade gives the lamp

0236: Architectural Table Lamp in Black LacquerEst. $200-$350Lot Passed

Mid-Century Carved Wood Owl Lamp: The base of this mid-century owl lamp is composed of a single block of wood that has been hand-carved with incredible detail in the feathers and face. The lamp, wired and in working condition, is

0237: Mid-Century Carved Wood Owl LampEst. $350-$650Lot Passed

Black Shell & Translucent Glass Core Lamp: This 1970s floor lamp in steel features open geometric ornament in the middle of the support. The European lamp rests on four splayed legs. Original Retail Price $350 Period

0238: Black Shell & Translucent Glass Core LampEst. $150-$350Lot Passed

1960s Chrome Floor Lamp: 1960s chrome floor lamp standing 53? high, stands on a 6? x 9? base with plug. Toggle flick flip switch located on lamp head. Light socket takes a 120V 50-Watt T4 DC Bayonet Base Light Bulb easy to

0240: 1960s Chrome Floor LampEst. $300-$480Lot Passed

Lily Pad Table Sculpture/Lamp by Feldman: This table sculpture/lamp of an aquatic lily pad scene was produced by Feldman Co of Los Angeles during the 1960s. I like it better as a sculpture but it was originally a lamp (see pictures) and it

0241: Lily Pad Table Sculpture/Lamp by FeldmanEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed

Pair of White Opaline Glass Lamps: Pair of Greek themed table lamps in white opaline glass. Gold Greek Meander detail and brass base and stem. Original Retail Price $3,500 Period 1880s Condition

0242: Pair of White Opaline Glass LampsEst. $1,200-$3,500Lot Passed

1970s Chrome Arc Floor Lamp: Tall polished chrome arc floor lamp dating from the 1970s. Stands on a black metal rectangular base which measure 19? x 11.75 “. lampshade measure is 10.5? in diameter x 8.5” high.

0243: 1970s Chrome Arc Floor LampEst. $900-$1,600Lot Passed

Glistening Lucite Chandelier from the 1980s: This Lucite chandelier has two levels of alternating opaque and transparent dangles of long, rectangular Lucite prisms. The outermost plane’s dangles are ten inches long and the inner plane houses

0244: Glistening Lucite Chandelier from the 1980sEst. $850-$1,800Lot Passed

50s Atomic Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier: This 1950’s atomic lamp is constructed with three porcelain bulbs and brass rings, fittings and original finial. Original beautiful warm yellow finish. Shade is 24 W x 16 H. Original Retail

0245: 50s Atomic Lamp by Gerald Thurston for LightolierEst. $1,200-$2,200Lot Passed

Chandelier in Layered Ribbed Lucite: This chandelier in composed of three layers of ribbed Lucite. Designed around a six-sided top the chandelier is lit with nine bulbs and comes with chain in desired length for hanging and the ceiling

0246: Chandelier in Layered Ribbed LuciteEst. $950-$1,800Lot Passed

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Galerie Sommerlath

Los Angeles, CA, United States

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Items can be viewed online at our website or in person at our showroom or warehouse in Culver City between 11am and 6pm. Please contact us at 310.838.0102 for an appointment.

9608 Venice Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90232

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*All items are sold as is - feel free to ask for detailed information regarding the condition of any items. Refinishing and re upholstery options may be available for a small fee. *While we will make our best effort to reveal all condition issues, some glass items such as coffee tables may have small scratches that are difficult to photograph. Please contact us with any concerns. *All lighting is sold as-is. Some lighting may have original wiring, specifically items that have come from Europe. Galerie Sommerlath recommends that buyers have a professional electrician view any vintage lighting purchases - rewire may be required. Galerie Sommerlath may be able to rewire vintage lighting purchases for a small fee. Please contact us with any questions about this.