Design Masterworks 2016-05-19 Auction - 43 Price Results - Wright in IL - Page 2
Gio Ponti, Rare coffee tableHans J. Wegner, Rare Dolphin lounge chairErcole Barovier, Important Mosaico vase
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Chicago, IL, United States
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Design Masterworks

A showcase for exceptional objects, Wright presents Design Masterworks, a tightly curated sale featuring seminal works by the most innovative and influential artists and designers of the 20th and 21st centuries at auction on May 19th. Notable works include a Minguren II coffee table by George Nakashima, an influential Bloc Bahut by Charlotte Perriand and a sculptural rocking chair, titled Reaper, by Wendell Castle, alongside works that unite the worlds of art and design by Paul Kelpe, Peter Voulkos, Nanda Vigo and Ettore Sottsass. Further distinguishing this impressive sale is a selection of important Italian glass made by the country?s best designers and makers including an early mosaic vase by Artisti Barovier, a unique con macchia vase by Fulvio Bianconi and an exceptional carved vase by Vittorio Zecchin and Franz Pelzel, and more. Each of these groundbreaking designs will be featured in our full-color catalog alongside texts and images that contextualize their significance within the cannon of design. All lots will be on view in our New York gallery located at 980 Madison Avenue.
George Nakashima, Rare music stand: George Nakashima Rare music stand USA, 1980 Carpathian elm, American black walnut, rosewood 26 w x 18.75 d x 44 h in (66 x 48 x 112 cm) This work is one of two music stands George Nakashima
0027: George Nakashima, Rare music standEst. $30,000-$50,000Lot Passed
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Harry Bertoia, Important and Monumental sculptures: Harry Bertoia Important and Monumental sculptures from Stemmons Towers, Dallas USA, 1964 melt-coated brass over bronze 93.75 h x 50.75 w x 19.5 d in (238 x 129 x 50 cm) Sold with a title of
0028: Harry Bertoia, Important and Monumental sculpturesEst. $300,000-$400,000
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Harry Bertoia, Split Gong, Grieg Hall, Bergen, Norway: Harry Bertoia Split Gong from Grieg Hall, Bergen, Norway USA, 1976 silicon bronze with applied patina 72 dia x 0.25 d in (183 x 1 cm) This work is largest of three large gongs created by Harry
0029: Harry Bertoia, Split Gong, Grieg Hall, Bergen, NorwayEst. $50,000-$70,000
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Harry Bertoia, Untitled from Standard Oil Commission: Harry Bertoia Untitled (Monumental Sonambient) from the Standard Oil Commission USA, 1975 beryllium copper and Naval brass 131.5 w x 20.75 d x 138.75 h in (334 x 53 x 352 cm) This work is
0030: Harry Bertoia, Untitled from Standard Oil CommissionEst. $300,000-$500,000
Paul Kelpe, A Unique Pipe cabinet: Paul Kelpe A Unique Pipe cabinet Germany/USA, c. 1934 hand-painted wood, lacquered wood, enameled steel 28.75 h x 11.75 w x 11.75 d in (73 x 30 x 30 cm) Cabinet features one door concealing a
0031: Paul Kelpe, A Unique Pipe cabinetEst. $30,000-$50,000Lot Passed
Isamu Noguchi, Magdalene: Isamu Noguchi Magdalene USA, 1924 patinated bronze 13.25 h x 10 w x 9.25 d in (34 x 25 x 23 cm) This is the only known example of this work. Incised signature and date to reverse: [Isamu 1924].
0032: Isamu Noguchi, MagdaleneEst. $50,000-$70,000Lot Passed
Isamu Noguchi, Cecil Boulton: Isamu Noguchi Cecil Boulton USA, 1925 terracotta 12.5 h x 6 w x 8 d in (32 x 15 x 20 cm) This work is unique. Provenance: Mr. and Mrs. Boris Ivan Majdrakoff | Thence by descent to Thomas
0033: Isamu Noguchi, Cecil BoultonEst. $50,000-$70,000Lot Passed
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Ercole Barovier, Important Mosaico vase: Ercole Barovier Important Mosaico vase Vetreria Artistica Barovier Italy, 1925 internally decorated glass with murrines and rods 8 dia x 13.75 h in (20 x 35 cm) Incised signature to lower edge:
0034: Ercole Barovier, Important Mosaico vaseEst. $150,000-$200,000
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Ercole Barovier, Rare Tessere Policrome vase: Ercole Barovier Rare Tessere Policrome vase Barovier & Toso Italy, c. 1964 policrome glass tessere 6.25 dia x 6.75 h in (16 x 17 cm) This vase is part of a rare series in which only two other
0036: Ercole Barovier, Rare Tessere Policrome vaseEst. $30,000-$50,000
Ercole Barovier, Tessere Ambra vase: Ercole Barovier Tessere Ambra vase Barovier & Toso Italy, 1957 alternating glass tessere edged in amethyst 6.75 dia x 6.5 h in (17 x 17 cm) Signed with applied manufacturer's label to underside:
0037: Ercole Barovier, Tessere Ambra vaseEst. $20,000-$30,000Lot Passed
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Ercole Barovier, Rare Egeo vase: Ercole Barovier Rare Egeo vase Barovier & Toso Italy, 1960 rectangular glass tessere 4.5 dia x 14.5 h in (11 x 37 cm) Provenance: Clara Scremini Gallery, Paris | Galerie Marc Andre Hubin and
0038: Ercole Barovier, Rare Egeo vaseEst. $30,000-$50,000
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Ercole Barovier, Rare Intarsio vase: Ercole Barovier Rare Intarsio vase Barovier & Toso Italy, 1963 alternating orange and green glass tessere 10.5 w x 5.5 d x 13.5 h in (27 x 14 x 34 cm) Provenance: Collection of Frank Toskan |
0039: Ercole Barovier, Rare Intarsio vaseEst. $30,000-$50,000
Carlo Scarpa, Fenicio vase: Carlo Scarpa Fenicio vase MVM Cappellin Italy, 1928-1929 incamiciato glass with iridized surface 4.75 dia x 7.75 h in (12 x 20 cm) Provenance: Gallery Marina Barovier | An Important American
0040: Carlo Scarpa, Fenicio vaseEst. $25,000-$35,000Lot Passed
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Carlo Scarpa, Important Sommerso a Bollicine vase: Carlo Scarpa Important Sommerso a Bollicine vase, model 3527 Venini Italy, c. 1934 jade-green sommerso glass with gold inclusions 8.5 dia x 5.25 h in (22 x 13 cm) Signed with two-line acid stamp
0041: Carlo Scarpa, Important Sommerso a Bollicine vaseEst. $30,000-$50,000
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Carlo Scarpa, Rare Pennellate vase, model 3788: Carlo Scarpa Rare Pennellate vase, model 3788 Venini Italy, 1942 clear iridized glass with internal brush-stroke decorations 5 dia x 5 h in (13 x 13 cm) Provenance: Private Collection, Paris |
0042: Carlo Scarpa, Rare Pennellate vase, model 3788Est. $50,000-$70,000
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Vittorio Zecchin and Franz Pelzel, Unique Pesci vase: Vittorio Zecchin and Franz Pelzel Unique Pesci vase S.A.L.I.R. Italy, 1932 blown and carved glass 9 dia x 8.5 h in (23 x 22 cm) Incised signature to underside: [Vitt. Zecchin ino S.A.L.I.R 341]
0043: Vittorio Zecchin and Franz Pelzel, Unique Pesci vaseEst. $40,000-$60,000
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Archimede Seguso, Merletto vase: Archimede Seguso Merletto vase Vetreria Archimede Seguso Italy, c. 1954 internally decorated glass with white threads and amethyst details 7 dia x 12 h in (18 x 30 cm) Provenance: Sotheby's,
0044: Archimede Seguso, Merletto vaseEst. $10,000-$15,000
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Fulvio Bianconi, Important con Macchie vase, model 4427: Fulvio Bianconi Important con Macchie vase, model 4427 Venini Italy, c. 1950 internally decorated with amethyst and lattimo glass 6 w x 4.75 d x 8 h in (15 x 12 x 20 cm) Signed with three-line
0045: Fulvio Bianconi, Important con Macchie vase, model 4427Est. $90,000-$120,000