Machine Age Design 1925-1950 Auction on Apr 14, 2026 by Wright in IL - Page 5
Leo Rackow, Packaging Catalogue cover illustrationWalter Dorwin Teague, Radio, model 500CGilbert Rohde, Adjustable lounge chair and ottoman
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Machine Age Design 1925-1950

On April 14th, Wright and LAMA present Machine Age Design: 1925?1950, showcasing the inspired advancements that characterized early 20th-century modernism. With over 150 intriguing examples of furniture, lighting, decorative arts, and more, this auction features the once cutting-edge works of key figures like Gilbert Rohde, Paul T. Frankl, Walter von Nessen, Russel Wright, Warren McArthur, Ilonka Karasz, Donald Deskey, Walter Dorwin Teague, Margaret Postgate, and many others. While these designers all experimented with new materials and techniques, they jointly elaborated a sleek yet artful vision of design to comprise the Machine Age.
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Norman Bel Geddes, Pitcher: Norman Bel Geddes Pitcher Manning Bowman & Co. USA, c. 1935 chrome-plated metal, brass 9.5 h x 5 w x 3.75 d in (24 x 13 x 10 cm) Impressed manufacturer's mark to underside 'Manning Bowman Meriden,
0196: Norman Bel Geddes, PitcherEst. $500-$700$100
Machine Age, Table lamp: Machine Age Table lamp USA, c. 1935 chrome-plated steel, glass, paper 22.25 h x 9.5 w x 9.5 d in (57 x 24 x 24 cm) This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
0197: Machine Age, Table lampEst. $300-$500$100
Donald Deskey, attribution, Lounge chair: Donald Deskey, attribution Lounge chair S. Karpen & Bros USA, c. 1935 upholstery, painted wood 29.5 h x 28 w x 32 d in (75 x 71 x 81 cm) Fabric manufacturer's label to decking 'Karpen Guaranteed
0198: Donald Deskey, attribution, Lounge chairEst. $1,000-$1,500$800(1 bid)
Donald Deskey, attribution, Floor lamp: Donald Deskey, attribution Floor lamp USA, c. 1935 copper 58 h x 13.5 w x 18.75 d in (147 x 34 x 48 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
0199: Donald Deskey, attribution, Floor lampEst. $2,000-$3,000$1,600(1 bid)
Ilonka Karasz, Teapot: Ilonka Karasz Teapot Paye & Baker Manufacturing Co. USA, c. 1928 electro-plated nickel silver, walnut 5 h x 5.75 w x 3.75 d in (13 x 15 x 10 cm) Provenance: Private Collection Literature:
0200: Ilonka Karasz, TeapotEst. $1,000-$1,500$600
Ambrose Olds, Electrobrew, model 70: Ambrose Olds Electrobrew, model 70 Coleman Lamp and Stove Company USA, c. 1935 silvered glass, Bakelite, chrome-plated metal 9.125 h x 8.5 w x 6 d in (23 x 22 x 15 cm) Impressed manufacturer's
0202: Ambrose Olds, Electrobrew, model 70Est. $500-$700$100
Donald Deskey, attribution, Fireplace tool set: Donald Deskey, attribution Fireplace tool set USA, c. 1955 chrome-plated steel, iron largest: 30.25 h x 9.25 w x 6.5 d in (77 x 23 x 17 cm) smallest: 22 h x 4.5 w x 3.5 d in (56 x 11 x 9 cm) Set
0203: Donald Deskey, attribution, Fireplace tool setEst. $1,500-$2,000$1,000
Modern, Floor lamp: Modern Floor lamp c. 1935 aluminum 52.25 h in (133 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
0204: Modern, Floor lampEst. $1,500-$2,000$200(2 bids)
Lurelle Guild, attribution, Occasional table: Lurelle Guild, attribution Occasional table USA, c. 1933 Bakelite, aluminum, lacquered wood 20.75 h x 24.75 w x 18.5 d in (53 x 63 x 47 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship
0205: Lurelle Guild, attribution, Occasional tableEst. $1,500-$2,000$1,000
Alexander Leydenfrost, Railway Express Agency rendering: Alexander Leydenfrost Railway Express Agency rendering c. 1938 charcoal, ink, graphite and gouache on board sight: 24 h x 17.75 w in (61 x 45 cm) This work is believed to be a concept rendering
0206: Alexander Leydenfrost, Railway Express Agency renderingEst. $700-$900$250(3 bids)
German, Art Deco candelabra: German Art Deco candelabra c. 1930 chrome-plated metal 13.75 h x 13.25 w x 4.25 d in (35 x 34 x 11 cm) Impressed mark to lower edge 'Qualitat Schwerte'. Provenance: Private Collection This work
0207: German, Art Deco candelabraEst. $500-$700$100
Rochester Products, Myrick inhalator: Rochester Products Myrick inhalator USA, c. 1940 chrome-plated metal, Bakelite 14.75 h x 9.75 dia in (37 x 25 cm) Metal manufacturer's label to lower edge 'Myrick Inhalator Cat. no. 460 Rochester
0208: Rochester Products, Myrick inhalatorEst. $500-$700$100
Machine Age, Table lamp: Machine Age Table lamp USA, c. 1935 aluminum, enamel 17.5 h x 11.5 dia in (44 x 29 cm) Provenance: Depression Modern, NY | Acquired from the previous c. 1985 by the present owner This work will
0209: Machine Age, Table lampEst. $500-$700$250(2 bids)
In the manner of Roger Feraud, Coat rack: In the manner of Roger Feraud Coat rack c. 1950 painted wood, enameled steel, plastic 65.5 h x 23 w x 20 d in (166 x 58 x 51 cm) This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
0210: In the manner of Roger Feraud, Coat rackEst. $400-$600$200
Frantz Industries, Aero Art DC3 handled tray: Frantz Industries Aero Art DC3 handled tray USA, c. 1930 Micarta, aluminum 3.25 h x 24.25 w x 17.25 d in (8 x 62 x 44 cm) Decal manufacturer's label to underside 'Frantz Industries A Genuine
0211: Frantz Industries, Aero Art DC3 handled trayEst. $300-$500$200(3 bids)
Maurice Heaton, Bowls, set of two: Maurice Heaton Bowls, set of two USA, c. 1930 enameled glass 3 h x 13.5 dia in (8 x 34 cm) 1.5 h x 14 dia in (4 x 36 cm) Etched signature to underside of each example 'MH'. Provenance: Private
0213: Maurice Heaton, Bowls, set of twoEst. $1,000-$1,500$100(1 bid)
Modern, Table lamp: Modern Table lamp chrome-plated steel, linen shade 25.5 h x 12 dia in (65 x 30 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
0214: Modern, Table lampEst. $700-$900$100
Maurice Heaton, Collection of seven table articles: Maurice Heaton Collection of seven table articles USA, c. 1950 blown glass with enamel largest: 0.625 h x 13.75 dia in (2 x 35 cm) smallest: 1.5 h x 7.5 w x 7 d in (4 x 19 x 18 cm) Collection is
0215: Maurice Heaton, Collection of seven table articlesEst. $800-$1,200$100(1 bid)
Raymond Loewy, Futura tension pole floor lamp: Raymond Loewy Futura tension pole floor lamp Stiffel USA/France, c. 1955 brass, chrome-plated aluminum 102 h x 15 w x 6.5 d in (259 x 38 x 17 cm) Lamp features four lights and in held is place
0216: Raymond Loewy, Futura tension pole floor lampEst. $1,500-$2,000$1,000(1 bid)
Machine Age, Sconces, pair: Machine Age Sconces, pair USA, c. 1930 copper 8.75 h x 6 w x 3.875 d in (22 x 15 x 10 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
0217: Machine Age, Sconces, pairEst. $700-$900$100
Machine Age, Table lamp: Machine Age Table lamp USA, c. 1935 lacquered steel and aluminum, nickel-plated steel and brass 12.5 h x 8.5 dia in (32 x 22 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago,
0218: Machine Age, Table lampEst. $500-$700$100(1 bid)
Machine Age, Table mirror: Machine Age Table mirror USA, c. 1930 mirrored glass, chrome-plated metal, enameled steel 20 h x 14 w x 7 d in (51 x 36 x 18 cm) Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago,
0219: Machine Age, Table mirrorEst. $500-$700$100