The Summer Edition Auction on Jun 06, 2026 by Circa Auction in CA - Page 4
Monumental Multicolor Mosaic Dining Set, France, 1960sWilly Guhl, Pair of Chalice Planters, 1960sPhilippe Makhloof, Sculptural Metal and Rope Sofa 1980s
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The Summer Edition

The Summer Edition | Saturday, June 6th at 9am PST Circa Auction is pleased to present The Summer Edition, a curated sale celebrating indoor-outdoor living through an expansive offering of sculptural garden furnishings, iconic midcentury design, and collectible contemporary works. This season?s auction places special emphasis on mosaic-tiled garden sets, faux bois sculptural seating and planters, and one of our strongest selections of Willy Guhl forms to date, including rare and highly sought-after examples sourced from Europe. The sale brings together an eclectic mix of celebrated designers and makers whose work bridges architecture, craftsmanship, and functional art. Highlights include pieces by Willy Guhl, Roger Capron, George Nakashima, Pierre Chapo, Gio Ponti, Vladimir Kagan, Osvaldo Borsani, Mathieu Mat?got, Warren Platner, Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, De Sede, Paul McCobb, and Eames, alongside distinctive garden and decorative works by Italgarden, Gainey Ceramics, Biot, and faux bois artisans from across Europe. Collectors will also discover works by Yaacov Agam, Alvar Su?ol, Ed Baynard, Paul Klee, Paul Guiramand, and Diego Giacometti, as well as lighting and decorative objects by Louis Poulsen, Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, Magistretti for Oluce, and BBPR Studio for Kartell. From sculptural concrete and mosaic garden installations to refined Scandinavian cabinetry, Italian modernism, French provincial forms, and bold postmodern silhouettes, The Summer Edition reflects the layered character of summer living: relaxed yet elevated, collected yet intentional. We invite you to explore the catalog and join us online Saturday, June 6th at 9am PST.
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Willy Guhl, Monumental Urn Planter, 1960s: A rare 1960s concrete urn planter by Willy Guhl, featuring a timeless silhouette and naturally weathered patina. The sculptural form exemplifies Guhl mastery of fiber cement and enduring modernist
0073: Willy Guhl, Monumental Urn Planter, 1960sEst.
$1,600
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$2,400
$800
(1 bid)
Pair of Square Stone Planters, 1960s: A robust pair of carved stone planters featuring clean square forms and thick walls. The surfaces display a naturally weathered patina, enhancing their sculptural presence. Ideal for architectural
0074: Pair of Square Stone Planters, 1960sEst.
$800
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$1,200
$400
Charles Dudouyt, Wood and Rope Armchair, 1950s: Crafted in solid wood with hand woven rope seat and wood back, this armchair embodies the rustic refinement of Charles Dudouyt. The turned elements and balanced proportions highlight traditional
0076: Charles Dudouyt, Wood and Rope Armchair, 1950sEst.
$1,800
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$2,700
$900
Stone and Root Coffee Table, 1970s: Selected by interior designer Steve Chase for the Toluca Lake residence of Bill Bowers, circa 1970s. A striking and poetic composition juxtaposing a thick stone slab with a naturally sculpted root
0077: Stone and Root Coffee Table, 1970sEst.
$3,000
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$4,500
$1,500
Monumental White Mosaic Tile Dining Set, 1960s: A refined garden set including a round table and two benches, finished with pale mosaic tiles with a subtle geometric texture. The restrained palette highlights the architectural clarity of the form.
0078: Monumental White Mosaic Tile Dining Set, 1960sEst.
$5,000
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$7,500
$2,500
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Philippe Makhloof, Sculptural Metal and Rope Sofa 1980s: Rare sculptural sofa by Philippe Makhloof executed in blackened metal with an integrated black rope seat subtly blending into the openwork structure. The dynamic silhouette reflects the
0081: Philippe Makhloof, Sculptural Metal and Rope Sofa 1980sEst.
$5,000
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$7,500
$2,500
Philippe Makhloof, Sculptural Metal Chair, 1980s: Expressive sculptural chair by Philippe Makhloof formed from looping blackened metal rods creating an intricate openwork composition. The piece blurs the boundary between functional seating and
0082: Philippe Makhloof, Sculptural Metal Chair, 1980sEst.
$3,000
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$4,500
$1,500
Brutalist Wood Stool, 1960s: Carved from a solid section of wood, this stool features a thick circular seat revealing concentric growth rings, supported by three robust legs. The expressive grain and honest construction
0083: Brutalist Wood Stool, 1960sEst.
$400
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$600
$200
Brutalist Tripod Stool, 1960s: Compact stool with a thick circular seat and three tapered legs. The deeply aged patina and simple geometry highlight the strength of its rustic brutalist design. Height: 16.5 in. Width: 13.5 in.
0084: Brutalist Tripod Stool, 1960sEst.
$400
-
$600
$200
Faux Bois Garden Dining Set, France, 1960s: Rare faux bois garden dining set composed of a sculptural table and four matching chairs, executed in carved and stained concrete to imitate natural tree bark and cut timber. The organic silhouettes
0085: Faux Bois Garden Dining Set, France, 1960sEst.
$4,000
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$6,000
$2,000
Faux Bois Sculptural Tree 5-Pot Planter, 1960s: Executed in cast concrete with a faux bois finish, this sculptural ensemble evokes natural tree forms through hand worked textures and organic contours. The composition integrates multiple vessels
0088: Faux Bois Sculptural Tree 5-Pot Planter, 1960sEst.
$1,600
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$2,400
$800
Outdoor Root Coffee Table, 1960s: Organic coffee table carved from intertwined natural roots with a freeform top and expressive biomorphic base. The richly polished surface highlights the dramatic grain and natural contours of the
0092: Outdoor Root Coffee Table, 1960sEst.
$1,600
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$2,400
$800
Outdoor Root Bench, 1960s: Sculptural outdoor bench carved from a monumental natural root formation with dramatic openwork contours and fluid organic lines. The polished wood surface reveals intricate grain patterns and
0093: Outdoor Root Bench, 1960sEst.
$2,000
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$3,000
$1,000
Outdoor Root Bench, 1960s: Expressive root wood bench executed with an asymmetrical silhouette and naturally formed sculptural backrest. The flowing composition and hand polished finish celebrate the raw beauty of organic
0094: Outdoor Root Bench, 1960sEst.
$2,000
-
$3,000
$1,000
Faux Bois Concrete Basket Planter, 1960s: Cast concrete planter executed in the traditional faux bois technique, imitating the texture and irregularity of natural wood. The arched handle and woven form evoke a rustic basket rendered in
0095: Faux Bois Concrete Basket Planter, 1960sEst.
$400
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$600
$200
Concrete Basket Planter, 1960s: Cast concrete planter shaped as a woven basket with an elegant arched handle. The carefully modeled texture evokes traditional basketry translated into durable outdoor material. A poetic garden
0096: Concrete Basket Planter, 1960sEst.
$400
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$600
$200
(1 bid)