A Modernism Summer 2025-08-23 Auction - 315 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 11
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 16-Piece Mah Jong Modular Sofa with Wood Platform and Missoni FabricWilly Guhl, Pair of Pod Chairs, 1960sJean Boris Lacroix for Disderot, Dog Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
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Gardena, CA, United States
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A Modernism Summer

Circa Auction presents A Modernism Summer - a curated sale celebrating the enduring influence of midcentury modern design and its evolution into contemporary forms. From sculptural lounge chairs and iconic dining sets to rare garden planters and architectural outdoor furnishings, this auction brings together an exceptional lineup of designers whose work helped define the 20th century and beyond. Highlights include pieces by celebrated visionaries such as Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Chapo, Gio Ponti, Eero Saarinen, Willy Guhl, and Mathieu Matégot, alongside standout contributions from Audoux Minet, Bruno Rey, Francis Jourdain, and Louis Sognot. The sale also features modern classics from Vitra, Ligne Roset, Roche Bobois, and Maison Regain, bridging eras with contemporary refinements. Whether it’s a weathered Guhl planter or a sleek De Sede sectional, each lot in A Modernism Summer embodies the thoughtful craftsmanship, material honesty, and functional beauty that have made these designs timeless. Join us for a sale that honors the spirit of modernism inside and out.
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Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962: Vibrant composition featuring fluid, biomorphic forms in red, blue, and white. Energetic brushwork and rhythm evoke influences of post-war European abstraction. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed
0242: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962Est. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: A brooding and tactile oil on paper mounted on board by Maurice Perrenoud, blending gestural strokes and layered tones into a mysterious abstract form. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width: 28 in.
0244: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962s: Striking black field intersected by white linear elements and gestural scraping. A refined and meditative abstract work revealing depth through restraint. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed.
0245: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962sEst. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: High-contrast abstract work in black and ivory tones. The minimal palette emphasizes formal balance and directional tension within the geometric framework. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width: 28 in.
0246: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: Abstract composition in dark tonalities, featuring layered arched forms and vigorous brushwork. A study in shadow and depth. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width: 28 in.
0247: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: Dynamic abstraction with dense linear patterns, combining blue and black tones over a neutral ground. A compelling play of structure and motion. Oil on paper. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width: 28 in.
0248: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: Expressive abstract figure rendered in vivid orange and red against deep blue. The bold color field evokes a powerful corporeal presence. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width:
0249: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
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Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962: Playful and rhythmical abstract figures on a sky-blue backdrop. Black contour lines interlace with red highlights. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 28 in. Width: 20 in.
0250: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1962Est. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960s: Intricate linear study of reclining forms, executed in black on white. The meticulous cross-hatching balances abstraction and figuration. Signed. Height: 39.5 in. Width: 28 in.
0251: Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Forme Nouée, 1964: Organic silhouette emerging from a textured ivory background. Subtle interplays of light and shadow suggest sculptural volume. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 20 in. Width: 20 in.
0252: Maurice Perrenoud, Forme Nouée, 1964Est. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960s: Graphic linear composition of two abstract female figures. Cubist influence meets expressive gesture in this minimalist drawing. Signed. Height: 30 in. Width: 20.5 in.
0254: Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200
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Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960s: Stylized female nude defined by strong black contours. A fluid and architectural composition on paper. Signed. Height: 30 in. Width: 20.5 in.
0255: Maurice Perrenoud, Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: A contemplative male portrait rendered in dense diagonal hatching, with muted greens and blues giving tonal depth. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 24 in. Width: 14 in.
0256: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960s: Vibrant abstract composition in fiery reds and whites, portraying an intricate cluster of stylized figures. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 30 in. Width: 24 in.
0257: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, ink Painting, 1960s: Ink and watercolor on paper, featuring an expressive, linear abstraction with pink and black tones. Signed. Height: 26 in. Width: 16.5 in.
0258: Maurice Perrenoud, ink Painting, 1960sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1963s: Monochrome abstract landscape in layered greys, evoking geological formations or organic textures. Oil on paper mounted on board. Signed. Height: 32.5 in. Width: 26.25 in.
0260: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1963sEst. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1964: Large abstract profile rendered in deep blues and blacks, bordered by pale contrasting edges. Oil on wood. Signed. Height: 27 in. Width: 27 in.
0261: Maurice Perrenoud, Oil Painting, 1964Est. $800-$1,200Lot Passed
Maison Arlus Three-Arm Floor Lamp, c. 1950: Floor lamp in metal and brass with three arms ending in glass reflectors. Height: 64 in. Width: 23 in. Floor size : 11 in.
0262: Maison Arlus Three-Arm Floor Lamp, c. 1950Est. $1,200-$1,800Lot Passed
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Pair of Large Murano Glass Sconces, 1970s: Impressive pair of large Murano wall sconces with thick, textured glass. Italy, 1970s. Height: 20 in. Width: 18 in. Depth: 5 in.
0263: Pair of Large Murano Glass Sconces, 1970sEst. $1,400-$2,100