A Modernism Summer 2025-08-23 Auction - 315 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 3
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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Willy Guhl, Rectangular Planter, 1960s: Minimalist and functional, this long fiber cement planter by Willy Guhl exemplifies 1960s modernist utility with enduring garden appeal. Width: 10 in. Length: 39 in. Height: 9.75 in.
0050: Willy Guhl, Rectangular Planter, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Set of Three Sculptural Concrete Chairs, Italy, 1960s: These Italian outdoor chairs from the 1960s are cast in terrazzo with smooth circular seats and splayed legs. A rare find blending Brutalist lines with sculptural outdoor functionality. Height: 22.7
0060: Set of Three Sculptural Concrete Chairs, Italy, 1960sEst. $6,000-$9,000
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Roche Bobois, Red Leather Sectional Sofa, 1980s: Striking modular sectional sofa upholstered in rich red leather, designed by Roche Bobois during the 1980s. Featuring a low-slung silhouette with broad seating and integrated platform armrests, this
0061: Roche Bobois, Red Leather Sectional Sofa, 1980sEst. $2,000-$3,000
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Arne VODDER, Executive Desk in Teak, Denmark, 1960s: Large teak desk with storage compartments and minimalist design. Iconic Danish piece. Height: 28.95 in. Length: 58.6 in. Width: 32.4 in.
0062: Arne VODDER, Executive Desk in Teak, Denmark, 1960sEst. $2,000-$3,000
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Four Brutalist Wood Chairs, 1960s: Sculptural and organic, this set of four carved wooden chairs embodies the Brutalist ethos. Each chair is uniquely hewn from solid wood, showcasing raw craftsmanship. One : Height: 28 in. Width: 27
0069: Four Brutalist Wood Chairs, 1960sEst. $2,000-$3,000