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  • Charles and Ray Eames Compact Sofa
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,600
    Lot 1

    Charles and Ray Eames Compact Sofa

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,600
  • Two Charles and Ray Eames DCM Chairs
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 2

    Two Charles and Ray Eames DCM Chairs

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Eric H. Olson (1909-1996) Optochromi   Sculpture
    Estimate
    $800 - $900
    Lot 3

    Eric H. Olson (1909-1996) Optochromi Sculpture

    Est.
    $800 - $900
  • Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table and a Table Lamp
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 4

    Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table and a Table Lamp

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Woven Ring Chair
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 5

    Woven Ring Chair

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Eero Saarinen Tulip Table
    Estimate
    $300 - $350
    Lot 6

    Eero Saarinen Tulip Table

    Est.
    $300 - $350
  • Five Eames Zenith Chairs with Eiffel Tower Base
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,200
    Lot 7

    Five Eames Zenith Chairs with Eiffel Tower Base

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,200
  • George Nelson (1908-1986) Credenza/Dresser
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 8

    George Nelson (1908-1986) Credenza/Dresser

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • George Nelson (1908-1986) Chest of Drawers
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 9

    George Nelson (1908-1986) Chest of Drawers

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Two George Nelson (1908-1986) Thin Edge Nightstands
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 10

    Two George Nelson (1908-1986) Thin Edge Nightstands

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Pair of Modern AVMazzega Table Lamps
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 11

    Pair of Modern AVMazzega Table Lamps

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Victor Vasarely (Hungarian/French, 1906-1997)  Zaphir
    Estimate
    $400 - $450
    Lot 12

    Victor Vasarely (Hungarian/French, 1906-1997) Zaphir

    Est.
    $400 - $450
  • Nine David Marshall Mixed Metal Trays and Trivets
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 13

    Nine David Marshall Mixed Metal Trays and Trivets

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Philip and Kelvin LaVerne (1908-1988) Coffee Table
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 14

    Philip and Kelvin LaVerne (1908-1988) Coffee Table

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Paul Evans (1931-1987) Cityscape Sideboard
    Estimate
    $5,500 - $6,500
    Lot 15

    Paul Evans (1931-1987) Cityscape Sideboard

    Est.
    $5,500 - $6,500
  • Paul Evans (1931-1987) Cityscape Dining Table
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 16

    Paul Evans (1931-1987) Cityscape Dining Table

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Eight Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Chairs
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $4,500
    Lot 17

    Eight Eames for Herman Miller Aluminum Group Chairs

    Est.
    $3,500 - $4,500
  • Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller FSW-6 Molded Plywood Screen
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 18

    Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller FSW-6 Molded Pl...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Mid-20th Century Dinette Set
    Estimate
    $300 - $350
    Lot 19

    Mid-20th Century Dinette Set

    Est.
    $300 - $350
  • Helen Covensky (Polish/American, 1925-2007)  Abstract
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 20

    Helen Covensky (Polish/American, 1925-2007) Abstract

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Helen Covensky (Polish/American, 1925-2007)  Flowers
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 21

    Helen Covensky (Polish/American, 1925-2007) Flowers

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Sculpture in the Manner of Marcello Fantoni
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 22

    Sculpture in the Manner of Marcello Fantoni

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • George Nelson (1908-1986) Slat Bench
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 23

    George Nelson (1908-1986) Slat Bench

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Paul Knoblauch Console/Buffet Table
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 24

    Paul Knoblauch Console/Buffet Table

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Ligne Roset Daybed
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 25

    Ligne Roset Daybed

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Two Robert Sonneman Orbital Swing Lamps
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 26

    Two Robert Sonneman Orbital Swing Lamps

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Aaron Fink (American, b. 1955)  Red Smoker
    Estimate
    $400 - $500
    Lot 27

    Aaron Fink (American, b. 1955) Red Smoker

    Est.
    $400 - $500
  • Three Hanging Lamps in the Manner of Robert Sonneman
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 28

    Three Hanging Lamps in the Manner of Robert Sonneman

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Knoll Walnut Dining/Conference Table
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 29

    Knoll Walnut Dining/Conference Table

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Silas Seandel Bronze Table
    Estimate
    $3,500 - $4,500
    Lot 30

    Silas Seandel Bronze Table

    Est.
    $3,500 - $4,500
  • Art Deco-style Barrel-back Club Chair
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 31

    Art Deco-style Barrel-back Club Chair

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Art Deco Lamp Delassement Lumineux   by Le Verrier
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 32

    Art Deco Lamp Delassement Lumineux by Le Verrier

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Art Deco Cordial Set
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 33

    Art Deco Cordial Set

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Art Deco Mirrored Dressing Table
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 34

    Art Deco Mirrored Dressing Table

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Art Deco Sideboard on Chromed Hairpin Legs
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 35

    Art Deco Sideboard on Chromed Hairpin Legs

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Loys Art Deco Covered Box
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 36

    Loys Art Deco Covered Box

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Pair of Richard Rohac (1906-1956) Art Deco Candleholders
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 37

    Pair of Richard Rohac (1906-1956) Art Deco Candleholder...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Art Deco Sideboard
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 38

    Art Deco Sideboard

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Lalique Bacchantes Vase
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 39

    Lalique Bacchantes Vase

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Georges Briard Ice Bucket with Brass Stand
    Estimate
    $150 - $200
    Lot 40

    Georges Briard Ice Bucket with Brass Stand

    Est.
    $150 - $200
  • Albert Valentien for Rookwood Pottery Silver Overlay Vase
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 41

    Albert Valentien for Rookwood Pottery Silver Overlay Va...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Oval Tray
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 42

    Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Oval Tray

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Kalo Shop Arts and Crafts Silver Bowl and a Tiffany & Company Revere-style Bowl
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 43

    Kalo Shop Arts and Crafts Silver Bowl and a Tiffany & C...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Dirk Van Erp (1860-1933) Silver Coffee Travel Set
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 44

    Dirk Van Erp (1860-1933) Silver Coffee Travel Set

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Two Pierre Dubreuil (1872-1944) Photo Club de Paris Membership Plaques
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 45

    Two Pierre Dubreuil (1872-1944) Photo Club de Paris Mem...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Karl F. Leinonen (1866-1957) Copper Bowl and Heinz Silver-on-Copper Vase
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 46

    Karl F. Leinonen (1866-1957) Copper Bowl and Heinz Silv...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • International Silver Water Pitcher
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 47

    International Silver Water Pitcher

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • International Silver Flatware Service
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 48

    International Silver Flatware Service

    Est.
    $700 - $900

Auction Description

20th Century Design by Bonhams Skinner
The warmth of natural wood, pop of colorful prints and paintings, and textures of ceramic vessels and sculptures come together to brighten any room. Let us help you find something that will breathe new life into your interiors. When you collect a piece of history, the story is yours to continue. Preview Times June 19, 12PM – 5PM June 20, 12PM – 7PM Contact Us 508-970-3253 20thcentury@skinnerinc.com Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

bidsquare@bonhamsskinner.com

Phone:+16173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Shipping Info

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014