Early Spring Mid 20th Century Furniture & Decorative Arts

A key lot of the upcoming Furniture and Decorative Arts auction, presented by Ambianic Mid-Century Collectibles, is a rosewood desk designed by Frank Kyle. Originally from Minneapolis, Kyle opened a furniture gallery in Mexico City during the 1950s. There, he collaborated with the foundry of Pepe Mendoza to create the available custom desk. This piece features a single tapered mahogany and goatskin leg and a circular opening covered in gold leaf. The desk’s bronze hardware is distinguished by Mendoza’s foundry marks. Another of Kyle’s highlighted furniture piece is a solid mahogany and silver leaf credenza. 

With a particular focus on Mid-Century Modern furniture, this auction includes nearly 250 lots. Among the leading items is a brass and brown leather floor lamp by Italian designer Angelo Lelli. The lamp has been rewired for use and has three black, red, and white shades. A lithograph from Mexican Surrealist Pedro Friedeberg will also be presented. Repeating images of houses, pyramids, sailboats, and stars create an optical illusion that tunnels toward a black knot. Two matching drawer handles by Los Castillo, a vintage Picasso linocut, and an oil painting by Miguel Alvarez Acosta are offered as well. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full catalog and register to bid.