Vintage Art
NICODEMUS POTTERY Tall “Mr. Duck” Figure Circa 1960
- Dated vintage, circa 1960
- “Mr. Duck” tall figure by Nicodemus Pottery
- Matte black glaze with yellow-orange beak
- Signed on underside, with maker’s label
Vintage Original Mid Century Seascape with Ships
- Dated vintage, to the mid century era
- Seascape with ships on a bright yellow background
- Stark black lines accented with blue and warm tones
- Illegibly signed in corner
- Wooden frame with medium-dark finish
Vintage RALPH FANNING Original Watercolor of St. Philip’s Church in Charleston
- Original watercolor by Columbus, Ohio based artist Ralph Fanning, circa 1949
- Depicts St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina
- Vivid greens are accented by blues to depict the tall church steeple beyond a graveyard
- Signed and dated in both lower corners
- Grey frame with white mat and green mat trim
Vintage LLADRO Little Eagle Owl Figurine
- Figurine by Lladro
- Designed and originally sculpted by Antonio Ballester
- Produced from 1971-1985
- Textured, speckled one-of-a-kind “Gres” finish
- Maker’s mark on underside
34” x 46” Mid Century Modern Tapestry by CYNTHIA RUGGERI
- Vintage, dated to the mid century era
- Fiber tapestry made by Cynthia Ruggeri
- Abstract composition with tones of orange, yellow, brown, and charcoal
- Maker’s tag en verso
DANNY GILLIES “Space” Original Painting on Canvas
This original painting on canvas by Houston-based artist Danny Gillies depicts a cosmic landscape, with spaceships and alien structures landing and departing from the dusty surface of an unknown moon. Painting with what he deemed, “Hyperspective”, Gillies paintings are contemporary, yet present electrifying vibes that perfectly embody the rock n’ roll attitude of the 1970s and 1980s. This painting is housed in a simple wood framing and has been signed and dated to 1979 by the artist in the lower left hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
DANNY GILLIES “Slipping Through ‘82” Original Painting on Canvas
This original painting on canvas by Houston-based artist Danny Gillies depicts a truly surrealist landscape. A red and black checkerboard patterning leads to the center of the composition, while fractured mountains and geometric structures hover overhead. Painting with what he deemed, “Hyperspective”, Gillies paintings are contemporary, yet present electrifying vibes that perfectly embody the rock n’ roll attitude of the 1970s and 1980s. This painting is housed in a simple wood framing and has been signed and dated to 1982 by the artist in the lower right hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
DANNY GILLIES “Sweet Melinda” Original Painting on Canvas
This original painting on canvas by Houston-based artist Danny Gillies depicts a robust semi-truck barreling from a darkened tunnel, its lights beaming and engine firing on all cylinders. Painting with what he deemed, “Hyperspective”, Gillies paintings are contemporary, yet present electrifying vibes that perfectly embody the rock n’ roll attitude of the 1970s and 1980s. This painting, mounted diagonally and housed in a simple wood framing, has been signed and dated to 1980 by the artist in the left hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
DANNY GILLIES “Sailboats” Original Painting on Canvas
This original painting on canvas by Houston-based artist Danny Gillies depicts a pairing of sailboats sailing towards a fractal plane, the sky splintering into revealing an almost cosmic seascape that lies just off of the picture’s composition. Painting with what he deemed, “Hyperspective”, Gillies paintings are contemporary, yet present electrifying vibes that perfectly embody the rock n’ roll attitude of the 1970s and 1980s. This triangular painting is mounted in a simple wood framing and has been signed and dated to 1979 by the artist in the lower right hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
LEE REYNOLDS Beach Scene Original Oil on Canvas
This large, original oil on canvas painting by the studio of American artist Lee Reynolds depicts a pastel-toned beach scene, with a woman in a hat and white dress reading a book with a bountiful picnic blanket, looking out to the waters where a child is crouched on the shoreline, and boats linger in the distance. Reynolds founded his Vanguard Studio in Beverly Hills, California in 1964 to make oil paintings an attainable decoration for the American home and this large, original oil painting from the Vanguard Studio serves as a perfect piece to decorate the home or to start an art collection with. Painted in heavy impasto, this painting is framed in metallic gold and signed in Reynold’s name in the lower right hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage NICODEMUS POTTERY Holiday Ornament
This ceramic holiday ornament by Nicodemus Pottery is dated vintage to 1964 and depicts a bundled up boy dragging a Christmas tree to be festively placed in a warm home. A lasting figure in the Columbus art scene, Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) imbues a quaint and homespun quality onto this ornament, making it the perfect addition to the crafty Christmas tree or holiday décor arrangement. This ceramic ornament is glazed in glossy, translucent tones of green and white and has been stickered with Nicodemus’ studio insignia en verso, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
This ornament is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage Hand Carved Oversized Clothespin Folk Art Sculpture
Dated vintage, this sculpture depicts an oversized clothespin and was originally purchased from the folk art collection of The Black Keys frontman, Dan Auerbach. This tall, freestanding sculpture is heavily patinated throughout to reflect its rustic inspirations and has been left unsigned by the unknown artist.
This sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage ROBERT MAXWELL (1932-2020) “Critter” Miniature Sculpture
This miniature sculpture by American ceramicist Robert Maxwell (1932-2020) is dated vintage and depicts one of Maxwell’s famed “critters”, a series of imaginary beasts that Maxwell originated in the 1960s. This quirky sculpture is crafted from glazed stoneware and has been signed on its underside by the artist to offer a truly rare and whimsical collectible.
Other “critters” by Maxwell available, sold separately.
This sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage ROBERT MAXWELL (1932-2020) “Critter” Miniature Sculpture
This miniature sculpture by American ceramicist Robert Maxwell (1932-2020) is dated vintage and depicts one of Maxwell’s famed “critters”, a series of imaginary beasts that Maxwell originated in the 1960s. This quirky sculpture is crafted from glazed stoneware and has been signed on its underside by the artist to offer a truly rare and whimsical collectible.
Other “critters” by Maxwell available, sold separately.
This sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage ROBERT MAXWELL (1932-2020) “Critter” Miniature Sculpture
This miniature sculpture by American ceramicist Robert Maxwell (1932-2020) is dated vintage and depicts one of Maxwell’s famed “critters”, a series of imaginary beasts that Maxwell originated in the 1960s. This quirky sculpture is crafted from glazed stoneware and has been signed on its underside by the artist to offer a truly rare and whimsical collectible.
Other “critters” by Maxwell available, sold separately.
This sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage KNUD KYHN (1880-1969) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN “Boy with Bear” Figurine
Dated vintage circa the 1960s, this figurine from Royal Copenhagen was originally crafted by Danish painter and sculptor Knud Kyhn (1880-1969) and depicts a playful scene of a boy wrestling with a small bear. This charming figurine is finished in a unique, distressed blue and cream glaze and has been stamped on its underside with a serial number for authenticity.
This figurine is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage JAMES YOKO (1916-2004) “Gypsy Dance” Original Acrylic on Canvas
Dated vintage, this original acrylic on canvas painting by Ohio regionalist artist James Yoko (1916-2004) depicts a fractal, abstract composition, with splintering forms in orange and red dancing through an ethereal landscape of bright green. Yoko, a central figure within the Dayton, Ohio art scene, was a prolific artist throughout his lifetime and gifted over 700 paintings to the Dayton Art Institute upon his death in 2012, making his paintings now highly prized for their rarity. This painting is housed in a simple, painted wood frame and has been signed and dated to 1963 in the lower right hand corner of the canvas by the artist.
Other works by Yoko available, sold separately.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Attributed to EMERSON BURKHART (1905-1969) Vintage Original Oil Portrait on Canvas
Dated vintage, this original oil on canvas painting is attributed to Columbus-based artist Emerson Burkhart (1905-1969) and depicts the portrait of an unknown woman dressed in red, rendered in heavy, loose brushstrokes. Described as a “Columbus Institution'' during his life, Burkhart became known for his portraits and street scenes of Columbus, Ohio, painting over 3,000 pieces during a 40-year career. This painting is housed in a rustic, whitewashed wood framing and has been signed and dated to 1965 by the artist in the upper right hand corner of the canvas.
This painting is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage NICODEMUS POTTERY “Christmas Card” Ornament
This ceramic ornament by Nicodemus Pottery is dated vintage to 1972 and depicts a shapely “Christmas card” complete with a charming holly motif. A lasting figure in the Columbus art scene, Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) imbues a quaint and homespun quality onto this ornament, which has been left unpierced, meaning it was likely given away by the artist himself as a gift. This ceramic ornament is glazed in a glossy, translucent green and has been stamped and affixed with Nicodemus’ studio insignia en verso, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
This ornament is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage CURTIS JERÉ Abstract Floral Wall Sculpture
Fabricated from brass, this early sculpture by Curtis Jeré depicts a cacophony of abstracted floral designs that resemble waving cattails or perhaps some foreign marsh plant. Wall mounted, this sculpture’s patinated brass construction provides a beautifully industrial contrast to the stylized organic subject matter this piece of art presents. Perfect for the beginning or seasoned art collector, this sizable sculpture is signed and dated to 1968 by the artists.
About the Artist:
C. Jeré is a compound nom de plume of Jerry Fels and Curtis Freiler, two brother-in-laws. They were metalworking artists who focused on home accessories and wall sculptures. The works of C. Jeré were produced and marketed by Artisan House, an art production for the average consumer that was founded by the duo in 1963. Freiler was the chief of production and Fels was the chief of design. They employed a great number of minorities and handicapped people and at one point employed 300 people. They sold the company in 1972. Early C. Jeré works were produced in California, but continue to be made overseas since the company’s outsourcing in 2003. Freiler passed away in 2008, Fels in 2013 at 103 years old.
This wall sculpture is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
EDWARD NICHOLSON (1901-1966) “Desert Sunset, Palm Springs” Original Silkscreen
Original print by American artist Edward Nicholson (1901-1966) depicts a desert sunset overlooking Palm Springs, California; playful pastel tones providing a light and airy quality to the majestic landscape. A dual portrait and landscape artist, Nicholson split his time between Illinois and California, and was regarded as a prominent Californian artist, being listed in Edan Hughes' 1989 publication, Artists in California, 1786-1940. Housed in a distressed white frame, this original silkscreen is signed and titled by the artist along the bottom of the print.
This print is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage RALPH FANNING (1889-1971) Original Watercolor on Paper
Original watercolor on paper by American artist Ralph Fanning (1889-1971) depicts a charming European bath scene with a heavy focus on the architectural elements that surround the figures. A distinguished art and architecture historian at The Ohio State University, Fanning’s work drew on influences from the Post-Impressionist movement, and particularly on the work of Alice Schille. Framed in antiqued gold, this original watercolor is signed and dated to 1938 by the artist in the lower right corner of the paper.
This watercolor is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage Biomorphic Welded Steel Sculpture
Dated to 1960, this vintage welded steel sculpture depicts an abstract, biomorphic form harkening to a figural specter. Resting on a sturdy, cubed base, this original sculpture displays industrial rust and patina and is unsigned by the unknown artist.
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Vintage VERVE Magazine No. 4 PICASSO Circa 1951
Specifically designed front and back cover by Picasso for this edition of Verve Magazine, this issue is completely dedicated to the oeuvre of the artist. Made in Vallauris, Paris, each page was produced through a lithograph, heliogravure and quadrichromia printing process by Draeger Frerés to create vivid documentation of Picasso's work. Due to the nature of the publication, many were discarded through the years, leaving this highly sought after and desirable. Because of the age of the magazine, this copy contains damage and tears throughout.
This original print magazine is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.