Modern Masterworks 2025-11-22 Auction - 368 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 5
Willy Guhl, Pod Chairs with Coffee Table, Switzerland, 1960sHans Hopfner for Roche Bobois, 12 Piece Mah Jong, 2000sArredoluce Triennale Floor Lamp attributed to Angelo Lelii, 1950s
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Gardena, CA, United States
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Modern Masterworks

Join us on November 22nd at 9:00am PST for an auction celebrating midcentury modern and contemporary design. This collection traces a journey through France, from the hillsides of Provence to the ateliers of Paris, where each piece was sourced for its sculptural form, craftsmanship, and enduring character. Together, these works reveal how art and function unite across generations. From furniture and lighting to ceramics and decorative objects, each piece embodies a timeless pursuit of design that transcends geography and style. Featured designers and makers include: Terje Ekstrom, Giancarlo Vegni, Fasem, Mathieu Mategot, Willy Guhl, Audoux-Minnet, Pierre Gauthier-Delaye, Olavi Hanninen, Charlotte Perriand, Roger Capron, Grandon Fres, Angelo Lelii, Pierre Guariche, Disderot, Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni, Roche Bobois, Jean-Marie Massaud, Cassina, Gustav Stickley, Arts and Crafts, BDDW, Adriano Piazzesi, Ico Parisi, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, Redureau, Seltz, Hans Hopfner, Percival Lafer, Matiere Grise, Marota, Rene Malaval, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Paul McCobb, Heywood-Wakefield, Baumann, Paco Munoz, Darro, Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky, Guillerme et Chambron, Russell Woodard, Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Doria, Louis Sognot, Osvaldo Borsani, Rohe Noordwolde, Umberto Mascagni, Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce, Mario Bellini, S. Chrobat, Sax, Pozzi le Sedie, Nakachima, Charles Dudouyt, Warren Church, Bruno Rey, Till Behrens, Schlubach, De Sede, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edward Wormley, Eames, Herman Miller, Jeff Covey, Arne Vodder, Allan Gould, Verner Panton, Maria Pergay, Franco Bettonica, Stinovo, Maison Regain, De Biot, Roger Feraud, Cidue, Jean Prouve, Andre Sornay, Eero Saardinen, Vilhelm Lauritzen, Louis Poulsen, Jean Asti, Jacques Adnet, Accolay, Peroz, Maurice Perrenoud, Antonio Citterio and Oliver Low, Kartell, and Georges Bauche.
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Italian Brass Mirror, 1960s: Teardrop-shaped mirror with brass frame. Sleek and minimalist. Height: 35.1 in. Length: 13.2 in.
0224: Italian Brass Mirror, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Italian Rattan Mirror, 1960s: Circular mirror framed in finely woven cane, reflecting the natural warmth and craftsmanship of Italian coastal design. Its hand-braided pattern conveys effortless Mediterranean charm and artisanal
0332: Italian Rattan Mirror, 1960sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Caio Fonseca, Blue Invention, 1999: Colored aquatint and softground etching, signed and dated by the artist. A composition of lyrical abstraction where layered tones of blue evoke both structure and rhythm. Number 35/50. Frame: Height:
0333: Caio Fonseca, Blue Invention, 1999Est. $3,000-$4,500
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Robert Motherwell, Gray Open with White Paint, 1960s: Soft-ground etching and pochoir on gray handmade paper, signed RM and numbered 27/79 by the artist. A subtle geometric abstraction exemplifying Motherwell disciplined lyricism. Frame: Height: 27.5
0339: Robert Motherwell, Gray Open with White Paint, 1960sEst. $3,000-$4,500
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Robert Motherwell, Beau Geste I, 1989: Original lithograph on paper, deluxe edition 74/200, hand-signed by Motherwell. A dynamic abstraction showcasing his hallmark gestural force and refined balance between vigor and restraint. Frame:
0344: Robert Motherwell, Beau Geste I, 1989Est. $2,000-$3,000
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Willy Guhl, Cauldron Planter, 1960s: A rare cauldron-shaped planter by Willy Guhl, with tripod base and double handles, offering a primitive yet modern silhouette. Height: 25.5 in. Diameter: 14 in.
0275: Willy Guhl, Cauldron Planter, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Pair of Star-Shape Stone Planters, 1960s: Cast in textured stone with a five-lobed, flower-like form, these sculptural planters embody the organic elegance of mid-century garden design. Their weathered surfaces reveal a rich natural patina,
0290: Pair of Star-Shape Stone Planters, 1960sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Faux Bois Concrete Planter, 1960s: Rectangular faux bois planter in cast concrete. Evokes the warmth of wood with the durability of stone. 1960s. Height: 12 in. Width: 24 in. Depth: 12 in.
0310: Faux Bois Concrete Planter, 1960sEst. $600-$900
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Willy Guhl, Small Grey Bench Planter, 1960s: A heavy, minimalist concrete bench designed by Willy Guhl. Featuring a simple, curved structure, it embodies brutalist aesthetics. The raw texture and natural wear give it a striking sculptural
0212: Willy Guhl, Small Grey Bench Planter, 1960sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Handmade Brutalist Elm Coffee Table, 1970s: Organic form elm wood table with arched legs and hand-sculpted surface. Unique artisan work. Height: 14.5 in. Width: 40 in. Depth: 21 in.
0025: Handmade Brutalist Elm Coffee Table, 1970sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Bodo Korsig, Time Change, 2001: Woodcut on paper, edition of 5. A rare and striking composition where strong black forms contrast against delicate textures, revealing Korsig's philosophical engagement with time and transformation.
0346: Bodo Korsig, Time Change, 2001Est. $2,000-$3,000
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Set of Four Small Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950s: Executed in hand-cast cement, each planter imitates the rugged beauty of tree trunks. A harmonious ensemble illustrating the French mastery of trompe-l'oeil garden design. Taller: Height: 12 in.
0011: Set of Four Small Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Italian Freeform Brass Mirror, 1950s: This elegant mirror features a softly contoured freeform silhouette enclosed within a slender brass frame. Its organic shape, characteristic of postwar Italian design, reflects the refined sensuality
0170: Italian Freeform Brass Mirror, 1950sEst. $1,000-$1,500