A Modernism Summer 2025-08-23 Auction - 315 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 7
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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Small Brutalist Wood Footstool, 1960s: Compact stool with a geometric sculpted base and octagonal seat, reflecting brutalist craftsmanship. France, 1960s. Height: 15.5 in. Diameter: 12 in.
0148: Small Brutalist Wood Footstool, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Carved Tripod Stool, France, c. 1950s: Rustic stool with expressive texture and hand-carved legs, showcasing traditional woodworking. France, 1950s. Height: 15.5 in. Diameter: 13 in.
0149: Carved Tripod Stool, France, c. 1950sEst. $600-$900
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French Apothecary Cabinet, Late 1800s: Tall multi-drawer apothecary chest in worn lacquered wood, with original brass pulls. France, late 1800s. Height: 52 in. Length: 37 in. Width: 12 in.
0153: French Apothecary Cabinet, Late 1800sEst. $1,400-$2,100
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Willy Guhl, Pair of Rectangular Planters, 1960s: Concrete trough planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl with factory drilled drainage holes. Perfect depth for narrow spaces. Height: 8 in. Width: 36 in. Depth: 8 in.
0156: Willy Guhl, Pair of Rectangular Planters, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Willy Guhl, Blue Urn Planter, 1960s: A sculptural Urn planter with a blue patina by Willy Guhl. Crafted in fiber cement for Eternit, Switzerland. Height: 21 in. Diameter: 10 in.
0157: Willy Guhl, Blue Urn Planter, 1960sEst. $1,000-$2,000
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Two Biot Jar Planters, 19th Century: Pair of traditional Biot terracotta jars with distinctive glazes and natural patina. South of France, 19th century. Red One : Height: 17 in. Diameter: 9 in. Brown One: Height: 19 in. Diameter: 10 in.
0158: Two Biot Jar Planters, 19th CenturyEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Brutalist French Wood Stool, c. 1950s: Rustic hand-carved stool in solid wood, showcasing a raw, organic form and natural patina. France, 1950s. Height: 18 in. Width: 20 in.
0162: Brutalist French Wood Stool, c. 1950sEst. $600-$900
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Willy Guhl, Set of Clamshell Planters, 1960s: A stunning pair of large clamshell planters by Willy Guhl with a wonderfull deep blue patina, crafted in fiber cement. Their sculptural, organic form and aged patina make them perfect for a statement
0163: Willy Guhl, Set of Clamshell Planters, 1960sEst. $600-$1,200
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Grandon Fres, Globe Planter, 1960s: Evocative of planetary form, this spherical planter in cement are manufactured by Grandon Fres in France. Height: 11 in. Diameter: 12.5 in. Opening: 8 in.
0165: Grandon Fres, Globe Planter, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Willy Guhl, Small Bench/Planter, 1960s: Crafted in iconic fiber cement, this small planter/bench by Willy Guhl blends minimalism with practicality. Its softened corners and weathered surface exude timeless modernist charm. Height: 13.8 in.
0166: Willy Guhl, Small Bench/Planter, 1960sEst. $1,000-$2,000
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Willy Guhl, Small Elephant Ear Planter, 1960s: Small Elephant Ear planter, also known as handkerchief planter, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Height: 8 in. Width: 26 in. Depth:
0168: Willy Guhl, Small Elephant Ear Planter, 1960sEst. $600-$900