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Design Online — Webb's

Auction House:Webb'sNumber of lots recorded:180
Sale Title:Design OnlineLots with images:180
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:91
Date:9-Oct-2024
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A Warwick Freeman brooch, the brooch with two concentric circles made from mother of pearl on a metal base, diameter 4.4 cm
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A Warwick Freeman cuff, a metal cuff/bangle with flared fluted edges, height 2.5 cm, diameter 10 cm
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A Warwick Freeman pin, a circular pin made from mother of pearl with dot work illustration of Aotearoa, diameter 2.4 cm
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A Gabriella Bisetto patchpiece vase, made in an oval form with an organic slanting grid of bright yellow, orange, and red, height 12 cm, diameter 8 cm
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A Peter Viesnik 'Egg Yolk'; paperweight, circa 1991. Made in both clear and frosted glass to the exterior, with an orange oval form to the interior with bullicante effect. Signed and dated to base, height 10 cm, width 8.5 cm, diameter 8.5 cm
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A Stephen Bradbourne cylindrical 'Hearts' vase, circa 2000. Made in a tall cylindrical form, with a gridded heart design in red and black over clear glass. Signed and dated 'Sab 2000' above base, height 31 cm, diameter 14 cm
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A pair of Wink chairs by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, grey upholstery. Originally designed in 1980, its unique adjustable design conforms to the shape of the human body and adjusts to become a chaise lounge, height 104 cm, width 80 cm, diameter 65 cm
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A pair of Gary Hunt Crisp stools by brilliant studio, 1990s. Triangular plywood seats on three steel legs, height 62 cm, width 38 cm, diameter 31.5 cm
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A pair of Wink chairs by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, grey upholstery. Originally designed in 1980, its unique adjustable design conforms to the shape of the human body and adjusts to become a chaise lounge, height 104 cm, width 80 cm, diameter 65 cm
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A Lyndsay Patterson wave formed vase, circa 2002. Made in a teardrop form, with an ombre effect of dark to light green glass from top to base. With outward organic 'Wave' formed lines to exterior. Signed and dated 'L Patterson 2002 NZ' to base, height 15 cm, width 13 cm, diameter 10 cm
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A pair of Russian ceramic candlesticks, made from porcelain. Each depicting a lion. Maker's mark to the underside, height 15 cm, width 7.5 cm, diameter 14 cm
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A Lyndsay Patterson green and black vessel, circa 2000. Light green battuto glass to the upper, separated by a black glass 'Wave' form with linked writing to the lower section. Signed 'L Patterson 2000' to base, height 18 cm, width 19 cm, diameter 12 cm
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A Mies van der Rohe flat bar Brno chair, with grey moleskin upholstery. Maker's mark to frame, height 79 cm, width 58 cm, diameter 51 cm
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A Philippe Starck 'Lord Yo' chair for Driade, made with an aluminium structure and polypropylene shell, on four angled legs, with an arching back and arms, slightly reminiscent of a throne, height 94 cm, width 63 cm, diameter 46 cm
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A 'Von Vogelsang' chair by Driade, designed c.1985. Made with tubular steel and perforated metal, height 71 cm, width 54 cm, diameter 40 cm
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A Neal Smith Olives stool, New Zealand design. In brown ash. The design based on the form of a milking stool, height 38 cm, width 49.8 cm, diameter 31 cm
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A Neal Smith recliner prototype, New Zealand design. Designed in a sculptural form to satisfy the reclining body. The top and base are laminated solid timber to reduce visual bulk but to also enable extended cantilevers. The orange upholstery in loop piled New Zealand wool. The recliner was part of the Carter Holt Harvey 2003 Metaform exhibition at the Auckland Museum; the exhibition was promoting the use of a hardened NZ Pinus Radiata. This is the original prototype. The top and base are laminated across…
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A Neal Smith Olives stool, in black stained ash. The design based on the form of a milking stool, height 38 cm, width 49.8 cm, diameter 31 cm
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A Stephane Rondel peanut chair, made with woven cane seat. This rare and curvaceous cane 'Peanut' chair perfectly captures Rondel's elegant and poetic aesthetic. They were produced in small batches with hand woven cane seats. French-born Stephane Rondel created some of New Zealand's most coveted furniture and design objects during the late 20th century. Rondel's work is held in the permanent collection of some of New Zealand's most prestigious museums, height 82.5 cm, width 50 cm, diameter 60 cm
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A Pony chair by Eero Aarino, designed in 1973 and often described as 'The cutest chair in the world'. With green upholstery, height 78 cm, width 50 cm, diameter 98 cm
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A Stephane Rondel peanut chair, made with woven cane seat. This rare and curvaceous cane 'Peanut' chair perfectly captures Rondel's elegant and poetic aesthetic. They were produced in small batches with hand woven cane seats. French-born Stephane Rondel created some of New Zealand's most coveted furniture and design objects during the late 20th century. Rondel's work is held in the permanent collection of some of New Zealand's most prestigious museums, height 82.5 cm, width 50 cm, diameter 60 cm
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A Michael Payne 'Osaka Expo' chair, 1970. The design features an inspired combination of chrome steel, bent plywood and black leather upholstery, height 87.5 cm, width 60 cm, diameter 51 cm Whanganui architect Michael Payne was offered the chance to design the New Zealand pavilion at the 1970 Osaka Expo. What resulted was a dynamic and engaging space called 'The Geyser Room'. The exhibition showcased the best locally produced products and was furnished with chairs designed by Payne. It also centred around…
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A Milana armchair by Jean Nouvel, low armless lounge chair consisting of saddle leather webbing. Frame in brushed stainless steel flat iron. The leather in worn condition. A/F, height 115 cm, width 76 cm, diameter 84 cmm
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Vzor RM58 composite chair, in black, height 71.5 cm, width 65 cm, diameter 60 cm
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A Garry Nash bowl with yellow rim, circa 1992, the large form in blue clear glass, contrasted by a bright yellow rim, height 14 cm, diameter 35 cm
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An Ernest race 'Cormorant' folding chair, 1961. Afromosia and mahogany/teak ply. Brass fittings. Recipient of a British design Council award. Reg design no 894601. These were used by O. S. N. C (P&O) as deck chairs in the '60s and is most likely from the Canberra or Oriana. Maker label and Orient steam navigation Company impressed, height 68 cm, width 53 cm, diameter 70 cm
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A set of blue Llot Llov aluminium vases, Powder-coated in deep blue. Tallest height 43.5 cm, diameter 10 cm
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A Nessa lamp by Vistosi, designed in a round, organic form, with a transparent band to base, allowing the light to seep through while the white glass creates a warm effect. International plug, requires rewiring for New Zealand, height 50 cm, width 34 cm, diameter 30 cm
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A PP112 easy chair by Hans Wegner for Pp Mobler, designed c.1978. Made in oak with papercord seat, and manufacturer's marks to base. This model is a merged design from Wegner's attempts to create a modern version of the windsor chair, and his work in Chinese design. With manufacturer's stamp to underside, height 76 cm, width 70 cm, diameter 62 cm
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A suspended Mini-Glo ball by jasper Morrison for Flos, a small pendant, requiring rewiring. Pendant diameter 11 cm, suspended 76 cm
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A Danish tall sideboard attributed to Arne Wahl Iversen, designed c.1960s. Made from rosewood, with fold out storage to the lower section. The top comes apart from base for ease of transport, height 146 cm, width 120 cm, diameter 55 cm
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A Bernt Pedersen Danish teak mirror, 1960s. With a shelf, height 111 cm, width 44 cm, diameter 17 cm
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A Bornholm Mobler teak bureau, with glass shelves, cabinets, and a small tambour-door storage space. Maker's mark to back, height 182.5 cm, width 100 cm, diameter 42.5 cm
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A large glass coffee table with geometric base, a modernist design with polychrome enamelled steel legs, height 63.1 cm, width 180 cm, diameter 82 cm
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A Matthew von Sturmer dining table, New Zealand design, the long rectangular table on metal legs with curled feet, height 73 cm, width 247 cm, diameter 98.5 cm
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An Eames desk unit by Vitra, Vitra's Eames desk unit (Edu) consists of a veneered plywood top and black, powder coated steel frame which catches the eye with its slim cross structures. In new condition with Vitra paperwork. The brightly coloured panels give the desk a playful edge and partially enclose its two storage compartments. The metal legs can be individually adjusted to fit uneven floors. Charles and Ray Eames designed the Eames storage unit (Esu) and Eames desk unit (Edu) in 1949. The innovative,…
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A Stephane Rondel peanut chair, made with woven cane seat. This rare and curvaceous cane 'Peanut' chair perfectly captures Rondel's elegant and poetic aesthetic. They were produced in small batches with hand woven cane seats. French-born Stephane Rondel created some of New Zealand's most coveted furniture and design objects during the late 20th century. Rondel's work is held in the permanent collection of some of New Zealand's most prestigious museums, height 82 cm, width 49 cm, diameter 63 cm
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A Noguchi Akari 1P light sculpture, first designed c.1951 and manufactured in Gifu, Japan. Made with washi paper, and supported with metal frame. International plug, requires rewiring for New Zealand, height 74 cm, width 32 cm
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A Stephane Rondel peanut chair, made with woven cane seat. This rare and curvaceous cane 'Peanut' chair perfectly captures Rondel's elegant and poetic aesthetic. They were produced in small batches with hand woven cane seats. French-born Stephane Rondel created some of New Zealand's most coveted furniture and design objects during the late 20th century. Rondel's work is held in the permanent collection of some of New Zealand's most prestigious museums, height 82 cm, width 49 cm, diameter 63 cm
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A Flos Glo-Ball style table lamp, Diffuser consisting of an externally acid-etched, hand-blown, flashed opaline glass. With steel base. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 56 cm, diameter 32 cm
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A Murray hill 'Laha Stone' boulder, circa 1989. Made in a flat blue circular, organic form with frosted glass, contrasted with glossy opening to one side, in rings of lighter blue glass. Signed and dated to base, height 5 cm, width 20 cm, diameter 17 cm, Provenance: originally from the personal collection of Murray hill
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An Antonangeli table lamp by Pierro Fornasetti, designed c.1960s. With depiction of a moon on one side and a sun on the reverse. This particular model retailed by Antonangeli in the 1990s, now discontinued. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 62 cm, width 44 cm, diameter 22 cm
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A Peter Hayward sideboard, circa 1959. Made from veneered Indian rosewood with metal handles. With opening to left side, and central shelf, and three drawers to the right, height 86 cm, width 139 cm, diameter 45 cm
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A Danish rosewood executive desk by Lysgaard Mobler, with two file cabinets to either side, and large desk top. With vertical slab-form feet, height 72 cm, width 199 cm, diameter 99 cm
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A G-Plan glass topped coffee table, made with bentwood detail to either end, with glass top, and storage shelf underneath. Fitted with castors, height 12 cm, width 49 cm, diameter 35 cm
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An Art Nouveau cameo glass vase, in the manner of Galle, the long neck vase with fused cut designs in blue and black over a pale lavender ground, height 24.5 cm, diameter 8.5 cm
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An Emile Galle (1846-1904) floral cameo vase, made in France, the small Galle acid etched vase with fused cameo designs in brown over and amber ground, height 14 cm, diameter 8.5 cm
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An iridescent Art glass with cameo design, an iridescent black/green body with cameo fused cut and incised designs of elegant foliage. Signed to the base, height 14 cm, diameter 8 cm
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A pair of Muuto carvers, made in black stained wood with a rounded back for optimal comfort, height 76 cm, width 51 cm, diameter 43 cm
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A set of six Muuto dining chairs, four chairs in grey, two in black, height 81 cm, width 44.5 cm, diameter 43 cm
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A pair of Costes chairs by Philippe Starck, designed c.1980s. Leather upholstered seats on wooden shell and a tripod base, height 80 cm, width 47.5 cm, diameter 57 cm
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A gong table lamp by Sergio Prandina, for diffusing light. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 42 cm, diameter 27 cm
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A Transience mirror Triangle by Lex Pott and David Derksen, the silver layer is slowly oxidising under the influence of oxygen and water, thereby showing some of its history. This process can be regarded as degradation, however this project shows the beauty of this material transition of silver. 54 cm x 123 cm
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A gong table lamp by Sergio Prandina, for diffusing light. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 42 cm, diameter 27 cm
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A coconut chair by George Nelson for Vitra, designed c.1955, this example manufactured c.2007. Made withtubular steel and polished chrome finish, and a fibre-reinforced plastic shell in white, and black leather upholstery. With Vitra sticker to underside, height 83.5 cm, width 102 cm, diameter 82.5 cm
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Four Konstantin Grcic Myto chairs, design Konstantin Grcic, 2008. Italy, the red polypropylene stackable cantilever chair, height 82 cm, width 44 cm, diameter 50.5 cm
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A coconut chair by George Nelson for Vitra, designed c.1955, this example manufactured c.2007. Made with tubular steel and polished chrome finish, and a fibre-reinforced plastic shell in white, and black leather upholstery. With Vitra sticker to underside, height 83.5 cm, width 102 cm, diameter 82.5 cm
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A 60th Anniversary series 7 chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, with commemorative plaque and manufacturer's marks to underside, height 79 cm, width 45.5 cm, diameter 44 cm
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A Pierre Paulin mushroom chair, designed c.1960s. Made with a seamless one-piece cover, a forward-thinking method for the time period. Upholstered in orange, height 66 cm, width 87.5 cm, diameter 83 cm
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A Hille Robin day design chair, Robin Day was without doubt one of the most influential British furniture designers of the 20th century. Made in Australia, height 78 cm, width 47 cm, diameter 42 cm
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A Layla Walter series of three cast 'Agee Jars', circa July 1999. Made in frosted glass, and etched 'Buy NZ Made' with a kiwi to one side. Titled 'Apec series Sold Out', as etched to base. Dated and signed to base. Jar height 10 cm, diameter 8.5 cm
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A Frank Gehry 'Hat Trick' chair, United States. 2000s. Designed for Knoll, the sculptural ribbon-like form with a black lacquer finish, height 85.5 cm, width 57.5 cm, diameter 50 cm
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A Ultima Thule Xl bowl by Taipo Workable for Iittala, designed c.1968. Made in glass on a three point base, height 7.5 cm, diameter 36.5 cm
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A Wade clear cast glass yellow floor light, with a square aluminium base, and clear cast glass top. Requires rewiring. Edition 2/500, height 63.5 cm, width 100, diameter 10 cm
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A rare copper plated steel Stephane Rondel lamp, with a frosted yellow glass shade. Requires rewiring, height 42 cm, width 28 cm, diameter 24 cm
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A Wade clear cast glass black floor light, with a square aluminium base, and clear cast glass top. Edition 4/500. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 63.5 cm, width 10 cm, diameter 10 cm
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A set of four black leather upholstered Series 7 chairs for Fritz Hansen, maker's mark to underside, height 76 cm, width 47 cm, diameter 44 cm
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A pair of Lyndsay Patterson Battuto vases, circa 2001, the red and black form, in the battuto glass technique, where the glass is shaped with a grinding wheel to give the appearance of a sculpted finish. Both signed 'L Patterson 2001 NZ' to base, height 16 cm, width 14 cm, diameter 7 cm
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Six Konstantin Grcic Myto chairs, design Konstantin Grcic, 2008. Italy, the red polypropylene stackable cantilever chair, height 82 cm, width 44 cm, diameter 50.5 cm
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A 'Karin' armchair and ottoman designed by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, circa 1970s, the sling design, and reupholstered in grey. Made with tubular, chrome steel frame on a castor base. Chair, height 83 cm, width 72 cm, diameter 81 cm, ottoman height 35 cm, width 58.5 cm, diameter 41 cm
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An Armani Casa architectural 'Stock Market' chaise lounge, made in Italy. In a form resembling a corporate sales and earnings graph, height 76 cm, width 67 cm, diameter 194 cm
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A pool Lounger attributed to Zublena, designed c.1960s. Made from yellow coloured fibreglass, height 57 cm, width 60.5 cm, diameter 140 cm
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A tall Gary Hunt Crisp bar stool by Brilliant Studio, 1990s. Triangular plywood seat on three steel legs, height 71 cm, width 38 cm, diameter 31 cm
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A set of eight Matthew von Sturmer dining chairs, circa 1990s. Plywood on chrome frame, height 88 cm, width 42 cm, diameter 45 cm
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A tall Gary Hunt Crisp bar stool by Brilliant Studio, 1990s. Triangular plywood seat on three steel legs, height 710 cm, width 38 cm, diameter 31 cm
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A midnight pendant by Resident studio, in brushed aluminium. Led lighting. Requires rewiring, height 6 cm, diameter 150 cm
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Four Aim Flos pendants, designed by R. & E. Bouroullec in 2013. In black. Individual pendants with long cables to set up a bespoke lighting arrangement. Requires rewiring. Shades height 15 cm, diameter 16.5 cm each
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A midnight pendant by Resident studio, in brushed aluminium. Led lighting. Requires rewiring, height 6 cm, diameter 150 cm
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An Oda table lamp designed by Harry Thaler, new condition. Made from limestone, international plug, requires rewiring for New Zealand, height 24.5 cm, width 8.9 cm, diameter 26 cm
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A John Crichton mosaic charger, made with hand cut tiles in contrasting pattern, in colours of black, green and mustard, with maker's label to underside, height 6 cm, diameter 41 cm
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An Oda table lamp designed by Harry Thaler, new condition. Made from limestone. International plug, requires rewiring for New Zealand, height 24.5 cm, width 8.9 cm, diameter 26 cm
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A Matthew von Sturmer coffee table, a rectangular form on curled metal feet, height 46 cm, width 58 cm, diameter 115 cm
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A sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, designed c.1960s. Made with a walnut frame featuring white marble platforms flanked either side to act as side tables, height 78 cm, width 278 cm, diameter 79 cm
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A Matthew von Sturmer dining table, a circular form on curled metal legs, height 75 cm, diameter 117 cm
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A G-Plan Quadrille tallboy, 1968, designed by R. Bennett, in solid teak with rosewood details, on sleigh legs, six drawers, height 115.5 cm, width 55 cm, diameter 46 cm
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A mid-century wooden side table, a small kidney like form on three legs, height 14 cm, width 56.5 cm, diameter 30 cm
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A G-Plan Quadrille tallboy, 1968, designed by R. Bennett, in solid teak with rosewood details, on sleigh legs, six drawers, height 115.5 cm, width 55 cm, diameter 46 cm
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A pair of Jehs and Lab 2002 Space Chairs for Fritz Hansen, Germany/Denmark. With a duality of geometric shapes and smooth curves. Made with moulded plastic, enamelled steel, upholstery, and acrylic, height 73.5 cm, width 82 cm, diameter 64 cm
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A Louis Poulsen LP Charisma King suspension lamp, designed in 2001. An injection molded clear acrylic shade. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 66 cm, width 35.9 cm, diameter 35.9 cm
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A Vitra Rookie office chair, designed by Konstantin Grci. With adjustable height on a swivel base, height 86 cm, width 69 cm, diameter 69 cm
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A faceted pendant table lamp, an enamelled metal frame with faceted brown-toned glass pendants. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 66.5 cm, diameter 32 cm
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A spherical miracle water jug by Raymond Loewy for Thermos USA, circa 1939. An Art Deco design, made in chrome with black finish and stopper. With manufacturer's marks to base, height 14 cm, diameter 16 cm
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A faceted pendant table lamp, an enamelled metal frame with faceted brown-toned glass pendants. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24, height 66.5 cm, diameter 32 cm
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A Tizio floor lamp, designed c.1972. Made with two counterweights allowing the user to adjust the light to preference. Requires rewiring. Tallest height 190 cm, diameter 170m
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An Artemide Tolemeo Mega Terra floor lamp, made with a polished aluminium base, and cantilevered arms allowing the user to the adjust the light to their preference. Without shade. Tagged & tested, 4/10/24. Tallest height 228.5 cm, widest 92 cm, diameter 32 cm
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A Philippe Starck Ara lamp, designed c.1988, the table or desk lamp, with adjustable head throughout a 90 degree angle. The design has been named after Starck's daughter, and incorporates a distinct sculptural form. International plug, requires rewiring for New Zealand, height 54 cm, width 24 cm, diameter 15 cm
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A Hornsea classic pattern urn, made from porcelain in a white glaze with alternating stripes to the body, height 30 cm, width 12 cm, diameter 12 cm
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A Hornsea classic pattern urn, made from porcelain in a white glaze with alternating stripes to the body, height 30 cm, width 12 cm, diameter 12 cm
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A Hornsea classic pattern urn, made from porcelain in a white glaze with alternating stripes to the body, height 30 cm, width 12 cm, diameter 12 cm
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Pablo Picasso, untitled (Sujet Poisson), circa 1952, pigment on red earthenware, edition of 500, 12 cm x 20 cm x 8 cm (widest points), unframed, Pablo Picasso (designer) Madoura Pottery, Vallaruis (manufactuer), note, signed edition Picasso Madoura in pigment underside.
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