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Circa Auction presents Icons of Modern Design on May 2nd at 9am PST. This curated sale features rare and distinctive 20th Century works, primarily sourced from France, with a focus on exceptional form and craftsmanship. Highlights include pieces by Willy Guhl, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Chapo, and Michel Ducaroy, alongside key European and American designers. Register to bid live via our site and LiveAuctioneers. Preview period is April 27-May 1 from 10am to 4pm.
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  • Set of Four Rope and Wood Chairs in the style of Charlotte Perriand, 1960s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 241

    Set of Four Rope and Wood Chairs in the style of Charlotte Perriand, 1960s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • Set of Six Brutalist Leather and Wood Chairs, Spain, 1970s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 242

    Set of Six Brutalist Leather and Wood Chairs, Spain, 1970s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Charles Doudouyt, Set of Six Rope and Wood Chairs, 1940s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 243

    Charles Doudouyt, Set of Six Rope and Wood Chairs, 1940s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Brutalist Tripod Stool in the Spirit of Charlotte Perriand, France, 1960s
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 244

    Brutalist Tripod Stool in the Spirit of Charlotte Perriand, France, 1960s

    Est.
    $400 - $600
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $200
  • Brutalist Stool, 1960s
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 245

    Brutalist Stool, 1960s

    Est.
    $400 - $600
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $200
  • Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 246

    Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1960s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 247

    Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1960s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Brutalist Live Edge Solid Wood Coffee Table, 1960s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 248

    Brutalist Live Edge Solid Wood Coffee Table, 1960s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1950s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 249

    Brutalist Wood Coffee Table, 1950s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • Pair of Stone Barrel Planters, 1960s
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 250

    Pair of Stone Barrel Planters, 1960s

    Est.
    $400 - $600
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $200
  • Rectangular Faux Bois Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 251

    Rectangular Faux Bois Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Willy Guhl, Pair of Urn Planters, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 252

    Willy Guhl, Pair of Urn Planters, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Faux Bois Log Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 253

    Faux Bois Log Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • SCE, Set of Four Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 254

    SCE, Set of Four Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • SCE, Set of Four Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 255

    SCE, Set of Four Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • SCE, Set of Three Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 256

    SCE, Set of Three Ceramic Wall Sconces, 1980s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Accolay, Ceramic Desk Lamp, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 257

    Accolay, Ceramic Desk Lamp, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Polychromatic Glazed Tiles, Vallauris, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 258

    Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Polychromatic Glazed Tiles, Vallauris, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Linear Tile Composition, Vallauris, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Lot 259

    Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Linear Tile Composition, Vallauris, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $700
  • Jean Gregorieff for Roche Bobois, Ceramic Coffee Table, 1970s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 260

    Jean Gregorieff for Roche Bobois, Ceramic Coffee Table, 1970s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Central Decorative Panel, Vallauris, 1960s
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 261

    Roger Capron, Rectangular Garrigue Coffee Table with Central Decorative Panel, Vallauris, 1960s

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,000
  • Brutalist, Hand Carved Solid Wood Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 262

    Brutalist, Hand Carved Solid Wood Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • Denonvilliers, Cast Iron Garden Bench, 1894
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 263

    Denonvilliers, Cast Iron Garden Bench, 1894

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Monumental Faux Bois Fountain, 1960s
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Lot 264

    Monumental Faux Bois Fountain, 1960s

    Est.
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $3,000
  • Faux Bois Rustic Log Form Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 265

    Faux Bois Rustic Log Form Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Solid Brutalist Wood Table, 1950s
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 266

    Solid Brutalist Wood Table, 1950s

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • George Robert, Solid Wood Table, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 267

    George Robert, Solid Wood Table, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Monumental Concrete Basket Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 268

    Monumental Concrete Basket Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Faux Bois Concrete Well Planter, 1960s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 269

    Faux Bois Concrete Well Planter, 1960s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Oswald Haerdtl for Ton, set of Seven No. 515 Dining Chairs, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 270

    Oswald Haerdtl for Ton, set of Seven No. 515 Dining Chairs, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, Pair of 637 Utrecht Velvet Armchairs, 1990
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Lot 271

    Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, Pair of 637 Utrecht Velvet Armchairs, 1990

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $700
  • Set of Ten High Back Wood Dining Chairs in the style of Pierre Chapo, 1960s
    Estimate
    $2,400 - $3,600
    Lot 272

    Set of Ten High Back Wood Dining Chairs in the style of Pierre Chapo, 1960s

    Est.
    $2,400 - $3,600
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $1,200
  • French Workshop, Set of Vine Stools and Coffee Table, 1950s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 273

    French Workshop, Set of Vine Stools and Coffee Table, 1950s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Pair of French Lounge Chairs attributed to Francis Jourdain, 1930s
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 274

    Pair of French Lounge Chairs attributed to Francis Jourdain, 1930s

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Roche Bobois, Pine and Glass Coffee Table
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 275

    Roche Bobois, Pine and Glass Coffee Table

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $600
  • Pierre Gauthier Delay, Geometric Pine Shelf, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 276

    Pierre Gauthier Delay, Geometric Pine Shelf, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, Rope and Wood Armchair, France, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Lot 277

    Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, Rope and Wood Armchair, France, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $700
  • Classical Stone Pedestal Urn Planter, 1940s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 278

    Classical Stone Pedestal Urn Planter, 1940s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Artisant Crafted Metal Sculputre, Signed, 1970s
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 279

    Artisant Crafted Metal Sculputre, Signed, 1970s

    Est.
    $400 - $600
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $200
  • French Provincial, Large Farm Table, 19th Century
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Lot 280

    French Provincial, Large Farm Table, 19th Century

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $700
  • Walter of Wabash, Extendable Wood Dining Table, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 281

    Walter of Wabash, Extendable Wood Dining Table, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Walter of Wabash, Set of 4 Green Leather Chairs, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Lot 282

    Walter of Wabash, Set of 4 Green Leather Chairs, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,400 - $2,100
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $700
  • Maurice Perrenoud, Oil on Illustration Board, 1960s
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 283

    Maurice Perrenoud, Oil on Illustration Board, 1960s

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $400
  • Louis Sognot, Bamboo Table Lamp, France, 1950s
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 284

    Louis Sognot, Bamboo Table Lamp, France, 1950s

    Est.
    $600 - $900
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Arthur Jacobs, Model-350 Floor Lamp for Modeline of California, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Lot 285

    Arthur Jacobs, Model-350 Floor Lamp for Modeline of California, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,600 - $2,400
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $800
  • Italian Bamboo Floor Lamp in the style of Franco Albini, 1960s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 286

    Italian Bamboo Floor Lamp in the style of Franco Albini, 1960s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $500
  • Monumental Root Wood Cocktail Table with Oval Glass Top, 1970s
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 287

    Monumental Root Wood Cocktail Table with Oval Glass Top, 1970s

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,500
  • Sculptural Root Wood Pedestal Dining Table with Round Glass Top, 1970s
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 288

    Sculptural Root Wood Pedestal Dining Table with Round Glass Top, 1970s

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Circa Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,500

Auction Description

Icons of Modern Design by Circa Auction

Icons of Modern Design
May 2nd at 9am PST

Circa Auction is pleased to present Icons of Modern Design, a tightly curated offering of exceptional 20th Century works, with a strong emphasis on rare and distinctive pieces sourced throughout France.

This sale brings together an international roster of designers whose work continues to define the language of modernism. Highlights include sculptural forms by Willy Guhl, refined French craftsmanship from Charlotte Perriand, and enduring design statements by Pierre Chapo, Michel Ducaroy, and Roger Capron. Scandinavian and American perspectives are equally represented, with works by Ilmari Tapiovaara, Adrian Pearsall, and Milo Baughman.

From architectural seating and case pieces to ceramic works, lighting, and garden elements, the collection reflects a thoughtful balance of form, material, and provenance. Pieces by Eero Aarnio, Franco Albini, Gio Ponti, and Warren Platner further underscore the breadth of the offering.

As always, the sale is anchored by Circa’s continued focus on European modernism, with a particular depth in French design. Many of the works presented are one of a kind or seldom seen on the market, selected for their character, craftsmanship, and relevance within the broader design canon.

The auction will be held live on May 2nd at 9am PST. We invite you to register and explore the full catalog.

Preview Period
April 27th - May 1st from 10am to 4pm

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