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OCTOBER 14, 2024

NEW YORK — Throughout his decades-long career, designer Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) had one mission: to create furniture there was not something simply to sit in or at but, in his words, to be “vessels to hold the human body.”

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Artifactual History Appraisal

JULY 29, 2020

For many years now, there has been an underlying pressure in mainstream culture that all furnishings in your home have to match cohesively, be from one distinct stylistic era, and also ideally be brand new, which has helped contribute to the commercial success of large furniture chains.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 15, 2024

The consensus is that today’s modern-day flea market arose from mid-19th-century open-air markets in Paris, where vendors hawked their used goods, such as old, upholstered furniture, often infested with unfortunate fleas. Regarding simple, functional French glassware, La Rochere , Luminarc, and Duralex are all still in business today.

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Anubis Appraisal and Estate Services

MARCH 2, 2021

Diana and Mark Jacoby of Philip Colleck LTD, NY, NY, who excel in dealing fine English furniture. The ISA Board meeting was coupled with a 3-day course entitled “Connoisseurship of Contemporary Art and Design”, as well as visits to private contemporary collections and the annual Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design (SOFA) Fair.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

AUGUST 7, 2020

Some of these items are also found in many American homes, whether because they continue to fulfill a function or because they have become a part of the family history, some of them are historical objects acquired with antique dealers, auction houses and even galleries, and some of them are by living contemporary designers.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

Modernism has permeated almost every aspect of our daily lives, from the architecture of our buildings to the visual designs we admire and the furniture we use. Modernist Architecture and Design Simplicity, functionality, and innovative materials were the order of the day in modernist architecture. Other notable writers include F.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Examples of retail replacement value are the price an art gallery asks for a painting in their inventory, the asking price of a table by a furniture designer, or the manufacturer listed price of a sterling silver serving item. The next level is Fair Market Value.

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Appraisal Group USA

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Of the many fine art and antique appraisals we do, most clients would like to realize a profit on their fine art and historic furniture. Broadly speaking, we see more excellent fine art than extraordinary furniture. That’s a function of style and the times. Although The Appraisal Group’s president David J.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 11, 2024

ELEGANT FURNITURE The handcrafted style of furniture in the Regency and late Regency eras was rooted in neoclassicism and features angular shapes, clean lines, and elegant details. Trendy furniture includes four-poster beds, various seating (e.g., Pieces from this period have a lasting legacy and are highly sought after.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

FURNITURE: A. Dust board on back, undersides “Plane” marks, measurement marks, type of glues, hardware, glazing Functionality Genre or period Geographical location HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH: A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER’S TOP TEN TIPS FOR PHOTOGRAPHING OBJECTS by John Flandrick of Flandricka House Photography 1. Provenance Paint?

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Typified by clean lines and functional aesthetics, the movement would have an enduring impact on design, architecture, and the contemporary art of the Minimalism and Bauhaus movements. Used as a tool in the Communist revolution, this was art with a function that sought to eliminate the traditional boundaries between art and everyday life.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Finding and restoring these items to the extent that they can be used by visitors will ultimately make the exhibit design much more appealing and functional. I am currently in the process of sourcing pieces that can be used in the space that are relevant to the time the home was built and in the home during the time it was occupied.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 5, 2024

Post-Industrial Revolution, the Bauhaus movement embraced both the ideas of mass production and streamlined functionality. The staff of Lanoba Design in New York (well, New Jersey) heads to Denmark several times a year to load up trucks and containers of MCM Danish furniture “straight from the source.”

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This is the goal of connoisseurship - to identify and separate something that is superior to its lookalikes, no matter what the category: needlework, wine, cars, teapots, or furniture. If it is intended as a functional object, does it comfortably do what it is supposed to? If not, it may not be the best of the best.

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

There artists converged to celebrate nature and simplified forms across different materials and methods to celebrate a utopian-like connection between form, function, and craftsmanship. He used that experience as a springboard to launch his own company near Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1902 and rapidly ascended to furniture-making fame.

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Art Dealers Association of America

JUNE 20, 2019

And what it was, in fact, was an installation of studio furniture by one artist. And even to the point of conceptual art, even when there’s no product at all, there’s still this element of how the mind perceives function that I’m very interested in. I really loved the idea of function and aesthetic interests being melded.

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JULY 15, 2024

That emphasis on simplicity stems from the premise of Shaker beliefs that associate such clean functionality with a peaceful existence. Durability In addition to functionality, Shaker designs need to stand the test of time. Accordingly, Shaker designers only incorporated high-quality materials and durable styles. September 2014).

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APRIL 24, 2024

Some of the most celebrated of the American folk artists include: Shaker Furniture: Simplicity and Functionality Rare Shaker Red-Painted Pine and Figured Maple Two-Drawer Work Table, Probably New Hampshire, c. Sold for $15,000 USD via Sotheby’s (Jan 2019). Set of six ladderback dining chairs, mid 18th century.

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APRIL 24, 2024

Some of the most celebrated of the American folk artists include: Shaker Furniture: Simplicity and Functionality Rare Shaker Red-Painted Pine and Figured Maple Two-Drawer Work Table, Probably New Hampshire, c. Sold for $15,000 USD via Sotheby’s (Jan 2019). Set of six ladderback dining chairs, mid 18th century.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

DECEMBER 13, 2017

I especially love how Karla empowers her readers to envision new ways to style antiques and heirlooms rather than sending them to the dumpster and buying new mass-produced furniture, which is a topic close to my own heart as an appraiser. Is it functional? It's wonderful for outdoor entertaining!

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MAY 29, 2024

This blending of the exotic and unusual with utilitarian furniture and objet d’art was common place in the Victorian era. Or doing away with function entirely, a Victorian monkey head wearing a fez? A mythical sabre tooth seal ink well anyone? Or perhaps a Victorian taxidermy turtle ashtray? Presumably he was of Ottoman origin.

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McAllister Fossum Appraisal Services

MAY 5, 2014

In making purchases, they functioned as a team. The Vogels’ collection gradually replaced all their furniture save the kitchen table, some chairs, a bureau, and the bed, which concealed dozens of drawings by Richard Tuttle and Lynda Benglis. But Herb and Dorothy’s obsession was just starting to kick in.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Rooted in the Bauhaus movement and Scandinavian simplicity, this aesthetic emphasized clean lines, functionality, and organic forms. Key characteristics of this design style include: Minimalism Simple yet functional pieces with little ornamentation. Organic Shapes Curved, flowing lines and geometric influences.

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Mark Hill

JULY 10, 2022

His work can thus be considered as the apotheosis of studio pottery, and the diametric opposite of Bernard Leach and his school, which focused on functionality. In 1930, he exhibited at the prestigious Lefevre Gallery, in an exhibition entitled ‘Pottery, Paintings & Furniture’.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Characteristics of Gothic Revival Furniture Emphasizing the quality of their craftsmanship over the fashion for cheaper, machined pieces, Gothic Revival furniture advocated for a return to handcrafted detail and did so with an ornate flourish. Typically, if the furniture isnt ornate, heavy, and practical then it isnt Gothic Revival.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Fusing a timeless elegance with a child-friendly environment, the perfect vintage nursery blends classic design elements and soft, personal touches to create character that reflects the same approach to form and function as the rest of your stylized home. This doesn’t mean that the nursery has to be a fussy historical period room.

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DECEMBER 2, 2024

Renowned for its balance of form, functionality, and a deep respect for nature, Scandinavian design has shaped interiors and architecture worldwide. Minimalism and Functionality Minimalism is central to Scandinavian design, with an emphasis on the Swedish philosophy of ‘lagom,’ which encourages balance and moderation.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

MARCH 10, 2025

Unlike mass-produced furniture, antique pieces bring warmth and authenticity to a room. If you want to explore this growing trend, Jerry’s Antiques offers an ever-changing collection of antique furniture, art, and dcor items in Montclair. Visit Estate Sales: Estate sales are a treasure trove of antique furniture and decor.

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APRIL 9, 2025

Named after his friend Wassily Kandinsky , who was a great admirer of the tubular chair, it was influenced the De Stijl Movement and a bicycle frame and it changed the course of furniture design. Its not all about the furniture in Frasiers apartment. Discerning Touches West African Mali Dogon Hand-Carved Wood Figure.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Discovering the Bauhaus Gropius’s idea was to bridge the gap between craftsmanship and the fine arts, and the Bauhaus taught students both theory and applied crafts, so that pupils were capable of creating objects that were both functional and aesthetically pleasing. He served as the final director of the Bauhaus.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 3, 2025

It’s More Than a Piece of Furniture Green Valley Auction sold this dark pencil post bed for $3,700. Im often asked if theres a market for “used furniture,” and my answer is always the same: “It depends.”

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MARCH 20, 2025

The ornate furnishings that once filled the eras sitting rooms were slowly replaced with simpler yet striking designs that were both functional and fashionable. He believed hand-hewn carved furniture and woven fabrics, for instance, showcased the skill and simplified beauty of age-old techniques. Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co.

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