A Modernism Summer 2025-08-23 Auction - 315 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 8
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, Pair of Square Planters, 1960s: Pair of square concrete planter with a weathered finish. A minimalist and striking planter for indoor or outdoor use. Overall Depth: 12.5 in Opening Depth: 9.25 in. Height: 10 in.
0169: Willy Guhl, Pair of Square Planters, 1960sEst. $1,000-$2,000
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Willy Rizzo, Set of Six Silver Dining Chairs, 1970s: A striking ensemble of six cantilevered dining chairs by Willy Rizzo, featuring sculptural chrome frames and openwork slatted construction. Exemplifying the glamorous Italian modern aesthetic of the
0171: Willy Rizzo, Set of Six Silver Dining Chairs, 1970sEst. $1,600-$2,400
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Red Persian Rug, c. 1900: Hand-knotted wool rug with deep red field and intricate medallion motifs. Traditional craftsmanship, rich in detail. Circa 1900. Length: 119 in. Width: 78.3 in.
0181: Red Persian Rug, c. 1900Est. $1,000-$2,000
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Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, Gara-Juutan Rug, 2010s: A vibrant Gara-Juutan rug designed by Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois in the 2010s. Featuring a striking ombre gradient of reds and golds with a traditional Japanese Asanoha pattern, the rug merges
0182: Kenzo Takada for Roche Bobois, Gara-Juutan Rug, 2010sEst. $2,400-$3,600
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Pierre GUARICHE, CM190 Lounge Chair, c. 1955: A rare and elegant CM190 lounge chair by French designer Pierre Guariche, dating from circa 1955. This mid-century classic features a sharply geometric silhouette with angled armrests and a reclined
0184: Pierre GUARICHE, CM190 Lounge Chair, c. 1955Est. $800-$1,600
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Sanaa for Vitra, Champagne White Flower Bench, 2001: Flower is a bench with a slender center and petal-shaped seat reminiscent of a clover or stylized flower. It can comfortably accommodate three or more people, who can either communicate with each
0185: Sanaa for Vitra, Champagne White Flower Bench, 2001Est. $1,200-$1,800
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Willy Guhl, Large Elephant Ear Planter, 1960s: Large Elephant Ear planter, also known as handkerchief planter, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Width: 35 in. Length: 35 in.
0186: Willy Guhl, Large Elephant Ear Planter, 1960sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960s: Pair of Large Elephant Ear planters, also known as handkerchief planters, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Width: 35 in. Length: 35
0187: Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960s: Pair of Large Elephant Ear planters, also known as handkerchief planters, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Width: 35 in. Length: 35
0188: Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960s: Pair of Large Elephant Ear planters, also known as handkerchief planters, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Width: 35 in. Length: 35
0189: Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Jonathan De Pas for Ligne Roset, Flou Flou Sofa, 1970s: A rare Flou Flou sofa designed by Jonathan De Pas for Ligne Roset. This oversized two-seater features black and grey fabric, exuding both comfort and contemporary charm. A bold and sculptural 1970s
0190: Jonathan De Pas for Ligne Roset, Flou Flou Sofa, 1970sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Doria, Brushed Aluminum Floor Lamp, 1970s: A very stylish and well made vintage up-lighting floor lamp. Made in Germany and dates from around the 1970s. Width Base: 11 in. Width Shade 16 in. Height: 63 in.
0191: Doria, Brushed Aluminum Floor Lamp, 1970sEst. $1,000-$2,000