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Art Deco
Benito Quinquela Martin - The Artist of La Boca
Benito Quinquela Martin was born in Buenos Aires (La Boca - the Port of Buenos Aires) in 1890 and was left at an Orphanage at 20 days of his birth. Adopted at the age of 6, he grew up in the district of La Boca. At 14, he began drawing although his adoptive father discouraged him. He entered school but had to leave at the age of 9 to help his stepfather in the coal business. At 15, he began delivering coal to the ships. By the time he was 17 he began studying drawing at a local school. His work depicted the port scenes. In his lifetime he explored all the art media including printmaking and ceramics. His most striking work involves "Heroic Worker" scenes both in oil on canvas and on printed works. He specialized in etching and aquatint. His first exhibit was in 1918 at the Witcomb Gallery in Buenos Aires to great reviews! in 1921 he exhibited in Rio de Janeiro and then Between 1923 and 1929 he exhibited in Madrid, Paris and all over the Continent including Italy. His philanthropic work in providing support to the arts and to children in La Boca are legendary. Founder of Cafe Tortoni in Buenos Aires where all the artists of the time formed a Salon. Today his work hangs at St. James Palace in London, among many other museums and private collections.
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American Art Deco Furniture By Ric Emmett Valentines Price
American Art Deco Furniture by Ric Emmett After FOUR years of research and writing this book has become a REALITY!!! It has become a part of the permanent collection in the Art & Design Libraries in many museums and universities. 200 copies were sold in the pre-publication offer!!! The book; Five hundred and sixty-nine pages of color pictures (none previously published), descriptions and period research has become the "bible" on the subject. It has chapters on Paul Frankl, Donald Deskey, Gilbert Rohde, Kem Weber and nineteen other American designers of the Art Deco period. The book includes chapters on manufacturers, a useful bibliography and a chapter showing tags, marks and labels. American Art Deco Furniture is published in an edition of only 1000. Each book is numbered. There will be NO second edition or any other printing or e-book publication. The book price is $ 150.00 plus local sales taxes if applicable. You may also send a check for $ 150.00 (add 7 % if located in Florida) along with your address to: Art Deco Pros., Inc. 7125 SW 47 # 303 Miami, FL 33155. Shipping included. Iza Emmett (305) 798-0308
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American Art Deco Furniture Book
American Art Deco Furniture Book on Modern Magazine
download a great article in the summer issue of Modern Magazine.
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AMERICAN ART DECO FURNITURE
WOODS OF THE WORLD - AS USED IN AMERICAN ART DECO FURNITURE AND DESIGN
WOODS OF THE WORLD – AS USED IN AMERICAN ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN & MANUFACTURE In his book, American Art Deco Furniture, Ric Emmett describes the use of exotic woods in the design of furniture by the great American Designers. This guide was published in the Home Furnishing Arts magazine’s Spring & Summer issue of 1935.
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Eugene Schoen is Included in American Art Deco Furniture by Ric Emmett
Eugene Schoen (1880 - 1957) was one of American Art Deco's top design names. The following is an excerpt from Ric Emmett's new book, American Art Deco Furniture: " Eugene Schoen (1880-1957) was born in New York City. He attended Colum¬bia University, graduating in 1901 with a degree in architecture. The Paris Exposition of 1925 inspired him to open an interior decorating business specializing in the new modern movement. He designed furniture, rugs, and occasional items for his cli¬ents. His work was exhibited at The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s two exhibits of industrial design. Schoen had a wealthy clientele and his combination of the best of New York, Paris, and Vienna with the quality of craftsmanship of his furniture, mostly executed by Schmieg, Hungate, and Kotzian, brought him ample commissions through the depression. He maintained his exclusivity by selling through other decorators or to his own clients."
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WWW.MODERNISMGALLERY.COM
American Art Deco Furniture and Lighting
Welcome to MODERNISM GALLERY, America's first and premier online gallery specializing in authentic period French and American art deco furniture, lighting and accessories and 20th Century Design
We have been selling French and American Art Deco since 1979 and have had our website since 1995. Ric Emmett (1941 - 2015) was the founder and his legacy continues.
Modernism Gallery sells exclusively through the internet and has literally thousands of satisfied customers.
You can also find our products on modernism.com and 1sdibs
On our web site you find authentic, rare and unusual items, either in impeccable original condition or lovingly restored. In either case, ready for installation at your client’s location. All items are guaranteed authentic and as described! Modernism Gallery is not a retail venue. All items are vetted for authenticity.
We offer to the trade original furniture and accessories by American designers such as Paul Frankl, Donald Deskey, Gilbert Rohde, Wolfgang Hoffmann, Kem Weber and George Nakashima as well as French designers as diverse as Jules Leleu, Jacques Adnet, Paul Follot, Maurice Dufrene and Dominique.
We carry no reproductions.
Everything we sell can be shipped. Small items are professionally double boxed & shipped insured. For large furniture pieces we employ the services of a shipping broker who, depending on your needs, will arrange crating or blanket wrapping & insured shipping. It's easy!
If you visit South Florida and wish to see our showroom filled with art deco treasures, please call us at (305) 442-8743 or (305) 798-0308 and we will make an appointment to meet with you.
We will be happy to answer any of your questions.
Iza Emmett
Our Latest Finds
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Paul Frankl American Art Deco Dining Table and 10 Chairs
Modernage American Art Deco Leather Club Chair
Cuban Tobaccos Vintage Sign 1940's
Maison Jansen French Forties Black Glass Bronze Coffee Table
REB Henri (D'après) Le Téléphérique de Veyrier - du Lac d'Annecy PLM 1934
Two Airplane Aviation Themed Table Lamps
Art Deco Pink Glass Figural Lady Lamp by Enrique Molins-Balleste
