Modern Masterworks 2025-11-22 Auction - 368 Price Results - Circa Auction in CA - Page 7
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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Rectangular Faux Bois Planter, France, 1950s: Hand-cast in concrete with linear bark detailing, this elongated planter captures the rustic spirit of mid-century French garden design. Its refined proportions make it ideal for both decorative and
0145: Rectangular Faux Bois Planter, France, 1950sEst. $600-$900
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Set of Two Round Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950s: Executed in cement with a rich, timeworn surface, these planters are distinguished by their organic profiles and subtle variations in texture. A charming expression of nature interpreted through
0147: Set of Two Round Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950sEst. $800-$1,200
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Set of Two Round Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950s: Executed in hand-cast concrete with deeply textured bark relief, this pair embodies the rustic poetry of the French faux bois tradition. Their organic silhouettes and patinated surfaces evoke
0148: Set of Two Round Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950sEst. $800-$1,200
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Medium Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950s: This planter is sculpted in cement to resemble tree trunks, with intricate bark detailing and natural tonality. These pieces express the harmonious blend of craft and illusion characteristic of
0149: Medium Faux Bois Planters, France, 1950sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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Brutalist Bench in the style of Nakachima, 1970s: Solid wood bench with natural contours and visible joinery. Organic and timeless aesthetic. Height: 15.6 in. Width: 50.45 in. Depth: 10.7 in.
0151: Brutalist Bench in the style of Nakachima, 1970sEst. $600-$900
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Charles Dudouyt, Coffee Table with Four Chairs, 1960s: Solid oak set with colorful wooden ball accents. Iconic playful French design. Height: 30.5 in. Width: 23 in. Depth: 21 in. Seat Height: 14.5 in. Coffee Table: Height: 35 in. Width: 30.5 in. Depth:
0153: Charles Dudouyt, Coffee Table with Four Chairs, 1960sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Heywood-Wakefield, Swivel Vanity Stool, 1900: Curved wood vanity stool with swivel seat, showcasing Heywood-Wakefield early modern craftsmanship. Height: 18 in. Diameter: 20.5 in.
0158: Heywood-Wakefield, Swivel Vanity Stool, 1900Est. $800-$1,200
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Willy Guhl, 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
0162: Willy Guhl, Grey Bench Planter, 1960sEst. $1,400-$2,100
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Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960s: Pair of Large Elefantenohr Elephant Ear planters, also known as handkerchief planters, by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland circa 1960. Factory-drilled drainage holes. Wonderful patina. Width: 35
0163: Willy Guhl, Pair of Large Elephant Ear Planters, 1960sEst. $1,200-$1,800
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Willy Guhl, Set of Three Half Moon Planters, 1960s: Modular curved planters in painted fiber cement. Beautiful as a set or standalone accent pieces. Height: 9 in. Length: 23.5 in. Width: 11 in.
0164: Willy Guhl, Set of Three Half Moon Planters, 1960sEst. $1,600-$2,400
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Willy Guhl, Medium Rectangular Planter, 1960s: Sleek cement planter with soft edges and elegant form. A minimalist classic for contemporary or vintage settings. Height: 10 in. Length: 23.5 in. Width: 23.5 in.
0165: Willy Guhl, Medium Rectangular Planter, 1960sEst. $1,000-$1,500
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De Sede, Pair of Leather Ottomans, Switzerland, 1970s: Executed in hand-stitched patchwork leather, these sculptural ottomans exemplify De Sede signature craftsmanship and supple upholstery. Their brown and beige tones and generous forms invite both
0166: De Sede, Pair of Leather Ottomans, Switzerland, 1970sEst. $1,200-$1,800