Billings Winter Design 2025: A Celebration of Modern Mastery Across Eras

BILLINGS returns this season with its Winter 2025 Modern Design Auction, a remarkable sale taking place on December 13, 2025 at 12:00PM CST. True to the auction house’s curatorial eye, this event presents an eclectic blend of works that map the evolution of design; from the precision of the Machine Age to the expressive experimentation of contemporary craft.

This auction brings together iconic names like Charles Eames, George Nelson, Walter Lamb, and Ettore Sottsass, along with celebrated California craft artists Doyle Lane, Raul Coronel, Alma Allen, and Adam Silverman. European influence is equally rich, highlighted by rare examples from Pierre Jeanneret and masterworks from mid-century Italy, France, Denmark, and Sweden.

Below, explore select auction highlights that showcase the breadth and brilliance of this Winter Design sale.

Isamu Noguchi - Early 1950s Coffee Table (Lot 2)
An exceptional early example of Noguchi’s sculptural approach to functional art, this coffee table encapsulates his belief that furniture should be as expressive as sculpture. The biomorphic top, paired with the interlocking carved wood base, demonstrates Noguchi’s ability to balance form and function with poetic ease. Early iterations of this design are increasingly scarce, making this piece a standout for collectors of 20th-century modernism.
Noguchi’s furniture designs remain some of the most admired in modern interiors. This table represents not only a timeless aesthetic but also the influential cross-disciplinary dialogue between sculpture and design that defined Noguchi’s career.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Robert Darling - Large Bookshelf (Lot 134)
Architect and designer Robert Darling brings an architectural clarity to this monumental bookshelf. Defined by its geometric balance and bold sense of proportion, the piece exemplifies Darling's ability to merge functional storage with a sculptural presence. Its scale makes it a centerpiece capable of anchoring a room both visually and structurally.
Darling’s work often blurs the line between architecture and object. This bookshelf is a masterclass in spatial design, appealing to collectors who value craftsmanship underscored by structural logic.

Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000

Lukas Machnik - Monument Dining Set (Lot 133)
A showstopper of contemporary design, Lukas Machnik’s Monuments series reflects his refined Brutalist sensibility. With clean lines, sculptural planes, and a commanding physical weight, this dining set calls to mind architectural forms reduced to their most essential elements. The result: a functional installation that transforms dining into an experience.
Machnik’s work is deeply sought after by collectors of avant-garde and architecturally inspired design. This set is ideal for those who view furniture as collectible, monumental art.

Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000

Alberto Rosselli - “Confidential” Sectional Sofa (Lot 6)
A rare opportunity to acquire a Rosselli classic, the “Confidential” sofa embodies Italian post-modernism at its most inviting. The modular, softly geometric form reflects the designer’s interest in comfort, adaptability, and sculptural upholstery. This two-part sectional is both visually striking and inherently livable; two qualities that defined Rosselli's contribution to 1970s Italian design.
Rosselli’s work with Saporiti helped redefine the language of luxury seating. “Confidential” remains one of his most iconic designs, and original examples continue to accelerate in collectability.

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

Ron Arad — Crust Lounge Chair (Lot 128)
Ron Arad’s Crust lounge chair is a masterwork of material innovation and sculptural imagination. Known for pushing the boundaries of form, Arad delivers a chair that is as much an art object as a functional seat. The textured shell and dynamic curves create a sense of movement, even at rest, reflecting Arad’s signature blend of experimentation and ergonomics.
Arad’s designs occupy a unique niche at the intersection of studio craft, industrial innovation, and conceptual art. Works like Crust appeal to collectors who favor bold statements and museum-worthy design.

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

The Winter 2025 Modern Design Auction from BILLINGS is a testament to the power of thoughtful curation. From mid-century icons to contemporary trailblazers, this sale offers a cross-section of historically important and aesthetically compelling designs that speak to collectors of every generation.

Whether you’re an established buyer or a new collector looking for a defining piece, this auction provides a rare opportunity to acquire works that embody the evolution of modern and contemporary design.

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