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This set of four architectural counter stools was produced by luxury German manufacturer Allmilmö. Best known for premium kitchen engineering, the brand designed these stools as a masterclass in post-modern geometric woodwork.
The design is anchored by a striking slatted seat featuring concentric, semi-circular cutouts that create an open graphic arch. A continuous, steam-bent wood backrest sweeps forward into a seamless horseshoe armrest, supported by clean cylindrical pillars. The base mirrors these curves with a dramatic horseshoe footprint that provides excellent structural stability. Finished in a warm, rich chestnut stain that highlights the active wood grain, these stools balance a minimalist, sculptural silhouette with structural permanence.
Maker/Designer: Allmilmö (Germany)
Era/Circa: Circa 1980s
Design Movement: Post-Modern / Organic Minimalism
Materials & Finishes: Steam-bent solid hardwood, stained veneer, protective satin finish
Sourcing Origin: Southeast US / Chattanooga Showroom
Dimensions: Counter height (32.5” H x 21” W x 18” D. Seat height 23.75“)
Quantity: Sold as a matched set of 4
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Bentwood frames are structurally tight, sound, and stable. The original finish displays beautiful depth with only light, age-appropriate surface scuffs along the lower footrests consistent with gentle residential use.
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This hand-painted vase is a standout example of the Tenera series, one of the most influential ceramic collaborations of the mid-20th century. Launched in the late 1950s by art director Nils Thorsson, the Tenera line brought together six young female designers from across Scandinavia to revitalize Danish pottery. Moving away from formal porcelain, these artists were given total creative freedom to experiment with Fajance (tin-glazed earthenware), resulting in a "folk-modern" aesthetic that redefined the Royal Copenhagen brand.
This "Pillow Vase" (Shape 3121) features the iconic botanical motif designed by Norwegian ceramicist Grethe Helland-Hansen. The deep indigo and cobalt "blueberry" patterns are hand-painted, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. The design is celebrated for its rich, buttery glaze and its successful marriage of traditional European craftsmanship with the bold, graphic energy of the 1960s.
This piece bears the original Aluminia "A" mark, identifying it as an early production piece from the mid-1960s. Aluminia was the specialized earthenware workshop of Royal Copenhagen; pieces bearing this mark are particularly prized by collectors as they represent the original, small-batch run of the Tenera line before the brands fully merged in 1969.
Made of ceramic.
Measurements
Height: 190 mm / 7.5"
Width: 150 mm / 5.9"
Condition Notes
Excellent vintage condition with some light crazing..
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Attributed to Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
This iconic coffee table (Model 2041-T) is a definitive example of the architectural "Sculptural Modernism" that transformed American interiors in the late 1950s. The base is crafted from solid wood, exhibiting the deep, open-pore grain and rich "cathedral" patterns characteristic of solid American Walnut.
The design features four interlocking tapered fins that create a dramatic, geometric silhouette—a hallmark of the legendary Adrian Pearsall. This piece has been thoughtfully updated for modern use with a clear, 3/8-inch tempered glass top and discreet black silicone cushions to protect the integrity of the wood. With its perfect balance of organic warmth and transparent lightness, this table remains a commanding statement piece of 20th-century design history.
Measurements
Glass is 35.25” square and .375” thick. Base is 30” square x 16” tall
Condition Notes
Good condition overall. A few small marks on the base and light scuffs on the glass.
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Sit and revel in a piece of design history. The Fiberglass Shell Chair isn't just a chair; it's a bona fide icon of 20th-century design. First unveiled in 1948 as an entry for The Museum of Modern Art's International Design Competition, no one could have predicted its incredible journey to enduring success.
Four four decades Modernica has hand crafted heirloom quality furniture in their Los Angeles factory—home to the historic fiberglass presses and specialized machinery that have been integral to crafting these iconic fiberglass chairs for approximately 75 years.
Maker/Designer: Modernica (Los Angeles, CA)
Era/Circa: Contemporary/Modern
Design Movement: Mid-Century Modern / American Modernism
Materials & Finishes: Fiberglass seat and black metal base. Each in a different color: pickle, coral, peacock, and pumpernickel.
Sourcing Origin: Southeast US / Chattanooga Showroom
Dimensions: Seats are 18.5” wide. Chair is 32” tall, and 22” deep
Quantity: Set of 4 chairs
Conditions: Great pre-owned condition structurally sound with minimal signs of normal use.
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