Henning Koppel [1918 - 1981]

Designer and artist most known for his post war designs for Georg Jensen

Koppel's work has been featured in many exhibitions both in Denmark and abroad as well as being included in the collections of leading design museums

Teak bowl for Georg Jensen, Denmark

This is the largest size offered at 19" diameter and 4.75" high

In very good original condition

Signed to underside of base

Large 11" long hand painted and hand carved wood German Shepard by Helmut Miller for ANRI of Italy. Very realistic carving with exceptional detailing, this rare piece is signed H. Diller. Measure 11" long, 6.5" high, 5" deep...

Red lacquer and gold sakazuki / sake cup, a ceremonial wine cup. Between the arms of the cross are Japanese signs of good luck. Signed on the back, within the foot rim. Diameter "3 ¼ / 8 cm. Condition: some damp stains (cf. pics).

DESCRIPTION: A pair of beautiful 20th C. handcrafted canoe paddles, skillfully laminated from select high-grade exotic woods including curly maple, rosewood, walnut, satinwood and mahogany, each with geometric inlays. These paddles are so elegant you'll want to hang them in you lake or river home as décor, although they are perfectly suited for actual use. From the collection of Mr. Wayne Lockey of Grand Junction, Colorado. DIMENSIONS: 60” long each.

An elegant and very modern rare Art Deco ivory cigarette case. In excellent condition, it measures 5.5" x 3.25" x .75". Inscribed inside with date 1952.

A fine Nantucket Lightship basket purse with cover having a cartouche with a pair of soaring birds. The expertly woven ovoid purse was made by Farnum in 1978, a firm well regarded for their quality products, and in their first year of business in 1978, making this purse an early and highly collectible item. The condition is excellent but the underside is mossed indicating regular use as a functional item. The underside is signed Farnum 1978. Dimension: Overall 12" h; 9 1/2" w

A finely crafted leather box for which Italians are world famous, in supple burgundy leather accented with gold cufflink decorations. The underside is stamped Made in Italy for Senfeld Imports. The lid is hinged in leather. Condition is very fine with slight evidences of wear. Dimension: 2 7/8"

A fine brown leather Italian box with leather hinge, cover embossed with gold crest. Very good condition. Super for cufflinks. Underside embossed with Firenze and indistinct maker mark. Dimension: 1 5/8"

A difficult wood with which to work, ebony is also an exceedingly attractive one as this hand carved crocodile attests with its exotic and realistic hide. Bone teeth and eyes complete the sculpture. These figures date from the early to mid 20th C, possibly of Indian origin, and are frequently found with lost eyes and teeth, making this one a choice specimen.

Indonesian buffalo hide leather shadow puppet hand cut with hand coloring in great condition . Size H 22" W 19"

A vintage English leather traveling case intended to hold a set of shirt studs. The top is embossed "Studs" in gilt letters. The interior has a sueded surface. Though intended for use when traveling, these boxes are an excellent way to store either cufflinks or studs on a daily basis. The bottom is marked "Real Hide Made In England."

Origin: England, ca. 1930. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 2-5/8" diameter.

A lovely little jar with top that measures 2" x 2-7/8". Label reads"Made in Japan". Light wear.

Here is a whimsical piece of folk art, possibly depicting an Australian Cassowary. A plastic coconut shell serves as the body, the feathered tail and headdress are accented by a furry brown material while the spindly neck and legs made from sticks. Unsigned.

Russian hand painted hinged top Lacquer Box, signed and dated by "Artist name, "1973" on the lower right side, 2" high, 6 1/4" x 4 3/8" wide. Small chips about 1/8" to 1/4" wide on the lacquer surface, some wear and tear, small scratches on the bottom outside.

A black leather box with white stitching and velvet interior. Measures 8" (top w) x 8" (side width tapering down) x 9.25" (h) x 7" (bottom width). Perfect for a statue or other precious items. Very light wear.

Holder Dimension: 3 1/2" x 2"

chip dimension: 1 1/8"

chip color green= 24 pieces

chip color butterscoth= 19 pieces

chip color light tan=19 pices

chip color darker tan=4 pieces

Total number of chips= 87 pieces

Tall Art Deco cut crystal jar with a rose shagreen top. The silver gilt mount is hallmarked London 1929. 3 3/8" H.

This is a very detailed sculpture of a deity standing on top of an elephant who stands on a ball. This is a very unique sculpture in excellent condition. Notice the impressive details all over this piece, including the feet, the design on the deity's dress and the details of the pearls. Also take note of the carving of the wood on the bottom of the piece. Such a great find! This piece measures 10 x 6 x 4.