Friday, May 20, 2011

Mid Century Modern 4 Drawer Walnut Highboy Dresser


Like mid-century, but you're on a budget? I have the perfect dresser for you. This four drawer high boy dresser stands on tapered legs and is made of beautiful walnut. Under pull handles with dovetail joinery and wood drawer slides. There is some surface wear on top and drawer pulls that is consistent with it's age, but over all, the dresser looks great and is very sturdy.

42" tall. 34"by18"

Price $150

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Mid Century Industrial Metal Typewriter Table




Vintage industrial typewriter table with drop leaf extensions and rolling casters. It is in excellent vintage condition with very little wear. Too many uses to list.

Manuf: Unknown

Material: Steel

Color: Gray

35 3/4" across when drop leaves are expanded, 17 3/4" across when leaves are down. Table is 15" wide and 27 1/4" tall.

Excellent Vintage condition

Price: $60

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Vintage Wood and Metal Ironing Board Circa 1940 SOLD




This 1940's ironing board will look great in a vintage or clothing store, or as nice addition to your vintage home. Made of pine and steel, it is sturdy and functional as a display surface or even for it's original purpose. Folds easily for convenient storage

Manuf: Maid of Honor

Material: Pine, Steel

Color: Unfinished pine, red painted metal

Measurements: 32' tall, 47" long, 11 1/2' wide

Price:SOLD

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Monday, May 16, 2011

Podium Shield Presidents Office of Emergency Preparedness SOLD


This was pulled off an old podium. While I am still currently working to verify its provenance, it's patina and style suggest it is from 1930-1950.

More details soon

Price: SOLD

Primitive/Make-do Photo/Negative Transfer Light Box Circa 1925-1945






This one of a kind object gives the middle finger to digital photography. The box is crudely but solidly constructed of pine. There is a hinged lid that covers a 4x5 plate of opaque glass. On the front is a bakelite plastic push button trigger/switch that activates two 40 watt/120v incandescent GE "Mazda" brand light bulbs. The light bulbs stay on for as long as the trigger is depressed. When the box is plugged in, the small red safelight bulb turns on automatically. All three light bulbs function, and are 1945 or older ( GE discontinued the Mazda bulb in 1945).

Maker: Unknown
Materials: Pine, Opaque Glass, Bakelite, Metal Hinges, Ceramic Light Fixtures
Size 10"x7"x9" deep

Condition: Sturdy but crude construction, all electrical parts working, glass unscratched, not cracked.

Price: Currently Accepting Offers

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Vintage/Retro Sweetheart Parlor Chairs



Classic parlor chairs for your kitchen, dining room or restaurant. These parlor chairs are in very good condition. The manufacturer has been making these chairs for over 50 years, and is still producing them. While I cant verify their age, I feel fairly certain these were manufactured in the late 1960's or early 70's ( based on the tag on the bottom etc.)

Materials: Chrome, vinyl
Manufacturer: Vitro
Measurements: 33"h 16"w 19'd
Condition: Very Good ( some wear on the chrome, but can be polished. One very small ( pin sized) hole in one of the seats.

Price: $70 pair
(1 pair available)
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Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Vintage Wooden Rolling Swivel Office Chair SOLD




I am thinking about refinishing this chair, but will sell it as is. It's a beautiful swiveling chair with metal casters. There is a small sticker on the back of the seat that reads "James D. Headley Office Furniture, Seattle". The chair is in good condition with minimal surface wear that is consistent with it's age, casters roll and chair swivels. The finish is worn, but has a nice patina.

Material: Wood, Metal
Manufacturer: James D. Headley, Seattle
Condition: Good vintage
Height at chair back: 37"
Seat is approx 15"x15 1/2 inches
SOLD


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Monday, May 9, 2011

Mid Century Industrial Desk Lamp





This desk lamp is in EXCELLENT vintage condition. There are no dents or scratches and, as the photo shows, it works perfectly. This lamp would make a great addition to your office or study. It's subtle brown color will blend well with almost any interior. There is a small inspection sticker on the bottom that suggests it was once owned by the city of Los Angeles.

Manufacturer: Hilco
Color: Brown
Materials: Aluminum, Steel
Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: Lamp shade is 13"x3"
Base is 5"x4"
Height is 14"

Price:$40

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Saturday, May 7, 2011

Drexel Declaration Mid Century Credenza SOLD






This mid century credenza was designed by Kip Stewart and Stewart McDougal for the Drexel Declaration line of furniture. It is a good vintage quality credenza constructed from solid walnut with lots of storage space. Features four dovetailed drawers with ceramic pulls and cabinet doors on each side with adjustable / removable shelves. The cabinets are lighted, both original lights still work. There is some light wear on the top and sides that is consistent with its age, a very small blemish on one of the doors, and one small (less than half inch) piece on the rear/side where the wood broke off. The dark area on the top is NOT a stain, rather is where the original finish is glossier ( most likely due to being under a television and never seeing daylight.) Despite some of the small ( and easily repaired) blemishes, it is in good condition, and is very beautiful. Similar pieces retail for $1000-1200. This very large piece of furniture is taking up my entire living room right now, so I am offering it at an extremely low price. Come get it today!

Designer: Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall
Manufacturer: Drexel "Declaration"
Period/Style: Mid Century Modern
Country: United States
Date: 1950's

Dimensions:
31.25"H x 72.5"L x 20"W
79.5cm H x 184.25cm L x 50.75cm W
Materials: Walnut, Ceramic
Condition: Good Vintage
Number of Items: 1
SOLD

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Friday, May 6, 2011

George Nelson Mid Century Nightstand - Incredibly Rare





This nightstand was designed by George Nelson for the Howard Miller furniture company. For those not aware, Nelson, along with the Eames brothers, is considered to be one of the founders of American modernism. His unique designs and attention to detail make his furniture some of the most sought after by collectors around the globe. This piece is solid, and in good condition, but needs refinishing by a serious professional. Similarly restored or original pieces retail for upwards of 1500 dollars. I will provide more detailed photos for serious inquiries.

Details forthcoming

Price:$ 600 as is

Rare Vintage Stancraft "High Time" Ceiling Projection Alarm Clock SOLD




This is a rare ceiling projection clock. The design alone is enough to make this clock desirable, but the fact that it has a glass eye on top which projects the time on the ceiling makes this clock something special. It's clean and symmetrical lines make it a versatile piece that accents a good variety of furniture motifs.

Materials: Black face is plastic. Leaf shaped dials are copper. Sides are solid wood 3/16' thick. Body is gold colored anodized aluminum.

Manufacturer:Brown and Bigelow

Measurements: Measuresments: 5.5" wide x 2.75" deep x 6.5" high

Date: 1960-1970

Condition: Good vintage condition. The clock keeps perfect time, and the alarm still works. Wood and aluminum show no scratches. Small light cover panel has been replaced by a wood panel which does not effect the aesthetics. Very light surface wear on the glass.

Price: SOLD

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Mid-Century Electric Wall Clock SOLD


This small mid-century wall clock is a great addition to your shabby chic apartment, office or cubicle.

Material: Plastic with reflective coating.

Manufacturer: Herold Products co.

Size 8" diameter.

Date: 1955-1965

Condition: works. Showing some cosmetic wear consistent with age. There is a small stain around the number 4.

Price: SOLD

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Thursday, May 5, 2011

Drexel Mid-Century Modern Surfboard Coffee Table


This is a beautiful mid-century Drexel Declaration surfboard coffee table. It is in very good vintage condition with just one small blemish on the edge of the table top that is easily repaired, and barely noticeable. The legs are as sturdy as the day they were made. The finish is original and has no stains , cracks, or rings. The piece is in great shape for it's age, and will make an excellent addition to your mid century home.

Material: Maple
Manufacturer: Drexel
Designer: Kip Stewart
Ht: 16"
Width: 70"
Depth: 20"

$400
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