Gio Ponti Vase1970sI got this for 56 bucks with free shipping.Gotta love that!Its huge too. I've only seen it one other time.
Above and below are 10 my favorite thrift store, internets, antique mall,and junk store finds from the last few months....Prices ranged from 1 dollar to $250,with most things being way cheap,hence the "score" aspectof this kinda lame,but kinda fun post.Raymor Vase1960sKinda Sottsass no?I'm a sucker for the 50-70s Raymor distributed Italian ceramics.I've had some great onesover the years.Raymor Covered Jar1950sEven more Sottsass....Nice with the painted wooden top.I've maybe seen one other one?Danese Covered BoxBruno Munari1960sThis thing is even better in person.Bruno is a genius.Modernistic VaseRussel Wright1930sPretty rare form. I love his early aluminum and metal work.Ceramic Mask1940s?Weird piece, almost like the mask is wearing a mask.Kinda death mask looking too.Palmistry Book1916Gotta love that cover.Come on over and I will give you a reading.Modernist Ring1960sMaybe Pierre Cardin?It is beautifully made,and the obsidian cube in the middle spins. This photo makes it look beat-up, but it isn't.Pile of Gold Coins Paperweight1950sI'm RICH bitch!!!!Carl Auböck Candle Holder1960sThese are so great.Nice unpolished patina on this one.
Let's see what I come up with in the New Year.I'll keep you posted....In the meantime,watch your back in the Sal Army!!!