Spectacular Art Deco Desk, Chair and Matching Cabinet in Ruhlmann style!

Item #1620

You've probably only ever seen a piece like this in books on Art Deco. This custom suite was made for our shop, the goal was to re-create this famous Ruhlmann desk using the finest Abedul grained Birch wood (like the French amboyna wood) was chosen and the "ivorite" details were shaped and inlayed by master craftsmen working to create this timeless classic. Additionally, for the first time we created a companion piece that would allow storage, printers or whatever to help design and create a timeless room, uncluttered with all of the office elements typical of most enviornments. A real signature of the Grand Art Deco period. The finish is pure "French" polish with parchment leather inlay as part of the writing surface of the desk. The drawers are all joined in the class French tradition, heavy and meaningful. Even the chair is completed to emulate this design and of course needs to accompany the desk. The chair is upholstered in fine cream leather to match all of the inlays in the desk. It has taken almost one year to complete this and get it ready for the shop, so if this one is for you, it may be the only one for quite some time.

This one will certainly take your breath away!

Ruhlmann's legacy as a designer was the subject of a major retrospective exhibition at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2004. In 2009, he was called the "Art Deco's greatest artist" by the New York Times.

Emile - Jacques Ruhlmann (read all about him)
http://www.ruhlmann.info/ruhlmann.php/t,E.J.Ruhlmann

Measurements:
31.5" T X 47"W X 29" D Desk
29.5" T X23" W X 20" D Chair
49" W x 22" d x 26" T Side table

Spectacular Unique One of Kind (Modernist) Art Deco Cabinet Storage Display

Item #1619

WOW WOW! Feast your eyes on what may be one of the most unique Art Deco pieces of furniture we've offered for a long time. When I first saw this piece, sitting in a shop in Argentina, my jaw dropped to the floor. I had never seen anything like before (thought I've seen everything by now)? There is so much design and detail in the piece of furniture, someone who originally designed it (wish I knew who), utilized many of the best elements of geometric modernist triangular treatments. Yet there is a slight Art Nouveau treatment with the rounds dripping wood designs down the top and sides. Yet these shapes seem to resolve themselves in the feet which reflect a little of both. Forget all of that, just look at this piece of furniture, has an almost surreal feeling as well, Baby are you for real (or are you surreal or what). Wish I had a place in my house for this piece, I would not let this one get away. Never see this again. I think you know what i mean!

Measurements:
74" W X 73" T x 20" D

Large Art Deco Cabinet, display storage with hand carved front

Item #1618

A beautiful European style Art Deco Cabinet with very nice detailing. The main wood treatment is a spectacular grained sycamore, found in a lot of European art deco furniture. What I love about this piece, first of all is the wonderful carving that runs down the front. The restoration really enhances the look with a rather contrasting point of view circa 1930's. Dark mahogany wood details the top, bottom and carved front. A perfect bookcase and/or display case for decorative objects, yet equally as functional in a bedroom for the storage of sweaters and clothing. Adjustable shelves in all areas and nice size too.

Measurements:
70.5" W x 15" D 67" T (outside sections)
64.5" T (center section)

Early French Art Deco 20's exquisite demi-lune shaped cabinet marquetry

Item #1587

Stylish French stepped rosewood bar with a stunning Lelu point of view

Item #1547

This wonderful piece, circa 1940's has so much going on. First, let me point out the spectacular rosewood construction on the base, sides and top. The base has this very unusual Regency meets Biedermeier meets Deco. The piece is crafted by stepping up and stepping down (deco style). Or as I might say "Steppin out"! The double front doors have a beautiful three dimensional faux finish and a stunning criss/cross inlay design. Inside is simple, nice moveable storage shelf and a modern light. Would also be great to store sound equipment for a home theater. In anyway, definitely of French origin and the legs speak of Lelu design, especially with the little brass covers. You decide!

Measurements:
26" W x 23" D x 53" T

Spectacular Hollywood Producer Art Deco Desk 1930's Harry Cohn

Item #1543

This is a great business! Every now and then something totally unique comes my way. Not always as it is presented. I am so excited to have completed this desk. It has been a project we've been working on now for well over 7 months. This desk was sold to me in January. It made its way to me from Seattle. This is the story I was told. This desk owned by the one of the most famous Hollywood producers from the 1930's Harry Cohn, part owner of Columbia pictures. The person I purchased it from had been given a photo but at last could not find the original photo showing Mr. Cohn at this desk. He did not want to do the research and figured I'd be a better custodian for a desk like this. If you check out all the photos enclosed, you can see the original desk I bought. It was an oval shaped racetrack executive desk! I liked the shape so I bought even without any really proof. (click on this link to see photos of the restoration). The desk arrived and to my dismay, the sides, which I thought were wood, had been added at a later date. They were metal with a covering made to look like wood. We took the side panels off and found a treasure hiding behind them, something I could not have imagined.

The desk you see here has been restored, repaired, enhanced and designed to correspond with the design we believe was originally intended from its inception in 1930 (the date is also inscribed in one of the drawers: 2-18-30, additionally there are names: Mad-5, 19105-F.N.P. and Sunset). Maybe some Hollywood historian might be able to shed some light as to what these names, and numbers truly mean (stock numbers/movie sets)? Looking through the book "Screen Deco" I did find a desk that could possibly be this piece, from a movie called, " Crimes Without Passion 1934 Claude Rains and Esther Dale). If this is the desk, It appears to have been re-fitted, the outside "bones" had been shaved down in order to accommodate a more modest looking design. As you can see from our interpretation of the restoration, this desk had to originally be very modernistic, edgy and a bit "over the top". During this period of Hollywood movie making, the films using the new "Art Deco" sets were probably the most spectacular interpretations of high style art deco anywhere in the world and some might even say this was The Golden Era of Hollywood.

In any event, we know it was built in 1930 and the design was originally black in most parts, since we found a lot of black over-spray when we took the top off to analyze the piece helping to determine how to restore it. We are kind of like archeologists, taking our ideas from the clues that were left behind. We did not change anything in the shape, the nicely carved black slats on the side or all original. Additionally, the top and the repeated wood base is also original. We did add the silver bands, which I assume were removed originally in order to accommodate the metal shell that was installed sometime later. We located some original art deco/bakelite handles and kept the top black which is now finished with a new piece of tempered glass including polished pencil edge. Maybe the desk was in the back lot and Harry asked his people for a desk, so the decided to make something a little more suitable for a Hollywood executive. In any case, this is our interpretation of what it could have been originally, we spent an awful lot of time on this piece and I have to say it is one of the most spectacular desks I've seen in all my "deco days"! It will take your breath away. It certainly does belong to the Hollywood era and I can certainly imagine that is how its life most likely began..

The lucky person who can purchase this piece, having the right environment will no doubt inherit the history and "mojo" that I know lives inside this piece.

Measurements:
83" W x 35" D x 32" T

Unique Custom Original Hollywood Art Deco inspired Desk!

Item #1533

The history of this piece comes from an original smaller styled vanity we bought years ago. Originally found in Argentina, but I think the design is French. In any event, we decided to take some liberties and turn this design into a great looking desk. We increased the over-all size slightly and added a couple of banks of drawers. This is a great looking piece of furniture and quite a serviceable desk or reception piece for the right room.

Measurements:
58" W at the back x 52" W at the front x 32" D center x 31 .5" T

Amazing quality Art Deco Walnut curved buffet or storage unit

Item #1532

Art Deco display - curio - bar cabinet in Ruhlmann style

Item #1510

Hollywood Glamour Vanity or Console

Item #1440

I call this a 1930's inspired Art Deco Hollywood Vanity because to me it's just that glamorous. However, it was originally a European designer piece we recreated. It's been constructed of warm Mahogany with an oval raised center platform of flamed Maple and it possesses an overall very unique and curvilinear outline. This is just a magnificent piece of very usable furniture-art that would enhance the beauty of any boudoir. Additionally, this piece could be fairly easily converted to a desk or console. The stool is not included, but available under item #1408 in our inventory.

The Measurements:
50" W x 19" D x 30-1/4" T

Two-tone Art Deco reception and working desk with ivory accents

Item #1432

Beautiful two tone wood desk, utilizing both Macassar and amboyna style wood. Very nice design, not too large, but has wonderful storage and drawers all accented with ivory key holes. This desk was made for our shop and is a one off design. Great style faceted 20"s style French legs, would be nice as a reception and working desk. Chair shown not included.

Measurements:
26" D X 51" W X 31" T

Awesome Art Deco Desk and Chair In Style of Ruhlmann, spectacular!

Item #1368

You've probably only ever seen a piece like this in books on Art Deco. This custom piece was made for our shop, the goal was to re-create this famous Ruhlmann desk. The finest macassar wood was chosen and the "ivorite" details were shaped and inlayed by master craftsmen working to create this timeless classic. A real signature of the Grand Art Deco period. The finish is pure "French" polish with parchment leather inlay as part of the writing surface of the desk. The drawers are all joined in the class French tradition, heavy and meaningful. Even the chair is completed to emulate this design and of course needs to accompany the desk. The chair is upholstered in fine white leather to match all of the inlays in the desk.

This one will certainly take your breath away!

Ruhlmann's legacy as a designer was the subject of a major retrospective exhibition at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2004. In 2009, he was called the "Art Deco's greatest artist" by the New York Times.

Emile - Jacques Ruhlmann (read all about him)
http://www.ruhlmann.info/ruhlmann.php/t,E.J.Ruhlmann

Measurements:
31.5" T X 47"W X 29" D Desk
29.5" T X23" W X 20" D Chair

Unique Art Deco Coat Hat Stand

Item #1275

1930s Art Deco Side Table / Cabinet • Diana The Huntress

Item #1221

This 1930s Art Deco Side Table is quite the multi-functional work of art. The protective glass-covered table top features an beautiful intricate wood-inlay depiction of the mythical Diana The Huntress. Her blond hair blows in the wind while she charges forth on her horse with a long spear in her right hand. This table features dual side leaves that easily and conveniently fold up or down, a shelf beneath the table top and a roomy cabinet below with yet another shelf. This table/cabinet has been constructed with several different types of unusual woods - some burled and some with rich graining that work together to create a very unique piece of furniture. Due to its adaptability and multi-functionality this cabinet could be utilized in any number of rooms in your home. It could be used in the bedroom as a nightstand or perhaps in the living room as a side table that magically opens up to coffee table width while entertaining or for that impromptu TV dinner.

The Measurements:
With Leaves Open: 39-1/2" Wide X 23-1/2" Deep X 24" Tall
With Leaves Closed: 23-1/2" Wide X 23-1/2" Deep X 24" Tall

1930s French Art Deco Chest Of Drawers

Item #1217

Art Deco Desk • Exotic Birdseye Maple and Parchment

Item #1190

Here's an elegant and unobtrusive Art Deco Desk that has been expertly constructed with exotic Birdseye Maple and a gorgeous parchment and wood inlay desk-top. It features a strong Art Deco stepped design with and six drawers with contrasting handles. You won't want to hide the eye-catching beauty!

The Measurements:
32" Tall X 40-1/2" Wide X 21-1/2" Deep

Art Deco Entertainment Media Cabinet / TV Stand • Exotic Birdseye Maple

Item #1188

We had to make this. You see, we noticed that there's a serious problem out there. Yes, there are TV stands and entertainment cabinets out there. But I've certainly not seen anything that looks like this. Our gorgeous Art Deco Entertainment Media Cabinet is the perfect stand for your flat screen TV and audio/video components. The exotic Birdseye Maple cabinetry boasts strong Deco design with four adjustable shelves for components and accessories. There's a convenient hole in the rear of the cabinet and the shelves are notched for your power cable(s). It's perfectly suited for the living room or bedroom or could simply be used as a stylish Art Deco locking cabinet or nightstand.

The Measurements:
The cabinet measures 14" Deep X 30" Tall X 39-1/2" Wide
Each shelf measures 12" Deep X 28" Wide

1930s European Bar Cart

Item #1074

The possibilities are endless. The simple design of this beautifully made bar cart is at odds with the complexity of options it offers. It has been constructed of beautifully contrasting light and dark maple and fitted with glorious gleaming chrome hardware. There's plenty of sophisticated storage offered by way of shelving and two practical storage compartments. An elegance, functionality and sophistication of design and manufacture that is rare to say the least and oh, yes - it's on wheels!

The Measurements:
29" Wide X 17" Deep X 36" Tall

Art Deco Rosewood Secretary

Item #1066

Art Deco Macassar Vanity with Mirror and Matching Chair

Item #1053

Art Deco Mahogany China Cabinet AND Buffet

Item #1018

Here we have two very beautiful and impressive pieces of furniture. The workmanship, materials, design, function and flexibility all come together to produce two magnificent pieces of dining room furniture that are as lovely to behold as they are practical to use. Both cabinets are constructed of beautiful mahogany with parchment and marble details. The taller cabinet has a built-in light that illuminates automatically upon the opening of the center doors. It features four doors and lots of shelving to store china, table linens or ??? The two outer doors are constructed of a fluted mahogany while the two center doors are covered with a beautiful and tactile leather parchment. The entire cabinet sits on a glorious marble base.

The longer cabinet (or buffet/sideboard) features a total of six drawers with brass pulls and plenty of shelving for storage. Again, the outer doors are made of a fluted mahogany and the inner are covered with the same leather parchment. This cabinet also sits on a hefty marble base. Pictures and text can describe the details and the essence but the sheer beauty and impressiveness of these two pieces of furniture is simply beyond words.

The Measurements:
Tall Cabinet - 63-1/2" Wide X 61-1/2" Tall X 17" Deep
Long Cabinet - 95" Wide X 39" Tall X 20" Deep

Italian Rosewood Armoire

Item #935

Now this is something I bet you haven't seen before. Very beautiful and very artistic. Of course, Italian Art Deco circa 1930's beautiful materials, completely restored inside and out. This was originally a closet or armoire of sorts. It can be adapted for many uses, either in an entry way, bedroom or office area. The wood as that rich fabulous rosewood (probably Indian) with beautifully etched or sandblasted art deco figures on the doors, complimented with natural wood tambour style doors and black lacquer handles.. The doors roll back to display a beautiful interior designed with period hooks to hold clothing and  umbrellas etc. Also it lights up when the doors open. The size is 63" W X 69" T X 19" D at the deepest point. The interior room area is 58" X 50" and the door opening is 44" W X 58" T. A very original and remarkable piece.

French Oak Architect's Cabinet

Item #933

Very unusual and beautiful French architects cabinet in Oak with gold leaf treatments on the handles. This would also make a great wine storage cabinet in a dining room. Or at least, someone could remove cubby hole storage and make it into a nice stereo storage viewing room cabinet. Very unusual design, the outside doors pull out to allow for storage inside the cabinet of things such as drawings, posters or anything that has a long vertical shape. The overall size is 81" wide (which includes the 4" handles on each side so 73" for the major part of the piece), 50" T X 16" D. The outside storage compartments open up another 20" on each side when full open. The front interior storage is approx. 38" X 38". Quite a handsome piece. The round gold leaf pole style handles are decorative as you access that area from the side.

French Cabinet

Item #884

This 1930's French cabinet is crafted in amboyna and rosewood, and features frosted glass doors in a gold. The interior cabinet has glass shelves. 53" W x 18" D (deepest point) x 49" H (39.5" at lowest point)

French Cabinet/Display Case

Item #749

This beautiful cabinet/display case would look terrific in a dining or living room. Although sold separately this cabinet happens to be a perfect match to item #747 (sideboard). Made in France during the 1930's. 59" W x 16" D x 59" H

1930s French Art Deco Macassar Desk

Item #687

Here's a gorgeous 1930s French Art Deco Macassar desk. It has been constructed of gorgeous Macassar ebony with intricate inlaid details which compliment the simplicity of design. The base design creates an airy-ness and an open feel giving this desk a modern elegance.

The Measurements:
56-1/2" Wide X 35" Deep X 31-1/2"

French Zebra Wood and Ebony Secretary

Item #579

Unusual French Secretary in Zebra wood with ebony round feet. Great storage with 8 drawers on front, drop down writing table and side cabinet with pull out shelf. Size 45"W X 20" D X 44" T.

Wooden Bar with Inlay

Item #561

Exquisite bar and console with a lovely wood inlay design. 66” W x 18” D x 45” T.

Austrian Desk

Item #402

Austrian Desk features interesting mixed use of the original woods, both walnut and oak, lovingly restored. The drawer pulls are Bakelite. The oak was filled to blend its grain with the walnut and the combination completes a perfect restoration. The desk has two doors with storage shelves on one side and pull out drawers on the other.
Desk measures 60 "Wide x 29"Deep x 31" Tall. 
The bookcase pictured with it has been sold....now don't let that desk get away!!!