The Living Room

 

In the Living Room . . .
You'll find vintage modern design, funky furniture, lighting, graphics, clocks, ceramics, and wonderful accessories to finish off your mod pad.
Vintage versus New . . .
At the beginning of each item description, you will see the word VINTAGE or NEW. The word VINTAGE indicates you are purchasing an old original item produced in the 20th century. NEW indicates a reproduction or retro item that is made today.
How to order . . .
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VINTAGE
Danish style night stand, late 1950s or early 60s: Solid wood, very study with superb styling. It stands 27-1/2" tall, x 20" wide x 15-1/2" deep. Maker unknown and no markings other than "530" on the back. Excellent condition, with the exception of a minor "glass ring" on the top. $125.
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VINTAGE
Big shadow box shelf with original mirror, 1950s: Make a very big statement in your retro living room with this amazing piece. The condition is like new with original mirrors and paint. Back mirror is silver and decorative mirror around frame is silver with gold veins. It measures 54" long x 28" high and stands out 5" from the wall. It features 4 small shelves for knick-knacks, each measuring 3" deep x 11-1/2" long, plus the bottom shelf is 3" deep and runs the full length. The unit is marked on the back, "Illinois Molding Co, Chicago 8, Illinois, Made in the U.S.A." These don't come along often. $295.
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VINTAGE
Rattan magazine rack, 1940s-60s: This very sturdy rack measures 17" long x 9" deep x 17" high. It is in excellent condition with real wicker wrap (no plastic). The original label is still intact and reads, "Rattan Art - Trade name and made in the Philippines". $42.
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Pedestal coffee table, 1960s/70s: Super nice, round table with white laminate, wood top and white satin, metal base. Diameter of top is 30" across and it stands 15" tall. Excellent condition. $135.
VINTAGE
Pair of wire stands, 1950s/60s: Originally used as telephone stands, this pair can serve a number of uses, such as lamp stands or end tables. Standing 23" tall, each measures 12" deep x 7" wide and consists of two shelves. Gold colored wire designs accent each stand. Complete with rubber leg tips. All original and excellent. $45 for the pair.
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VINTAGE
Oak night stand, 1950s: Original blond finish with clear plastic handle. Standing 25-1/2" tall, it measures 16" wide x 14-1/2" deep. Very sturdy and in excellent condition, showing only light wear from age. For example plastic handle is cloudy. $65.
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VINTAGE
Heywood-Wakefield corner table, 1950-1953: This is model M338G and it is in the original wheat finish. It measures 32" x 32" x 21-1/2" high, with a two-level surface and curved legs. It is in really nice condition, very sturdy and shows only light use. It does have a very faint, 17" long hairline on the top level, along the back side. The hair line is not all the way through and one has to look hard to even see it. It is so light, we cannot capture it on a photo for you, so very minor. Does not need to be refinished. $225.
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VINTAGE
Set of THREE switch plate covers, 1976: Metal frames with plastic background inserts. The plastic inserts have a 3-D, optical illusion effect. Each metal frame is dated 1976. There are two singles and one double in the set. A nice finishing touch for your seventies room. $10 for set of 3.
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VINTAGE
Mid-Century end table, 1940s-1950s: A striking two-level table with wooden frame and glass tops. Unmarked, but very high quality. All in excellent condition with no problems. Even glass shows hardly any wear. Table measures 28" long x 15" wide. The lower level is 16" high and the upper level is 28" high. $135.
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VINTAGE
Art Deco picture frame #1, 1930s/40s:
This beautiful photo frame measures 10" x 12" and is an authentic piece from the Art Deco period. It features a reverse printed glass in sliver and black, with a thin, chrome metal trim. Glass is in excellent condition with no peeling or flecking on the printed portion. There is one tiny, pin-point ding on the trim (very minor) otherwise all is excellent. Backside of frame is intact with the original easel. The photo of Veronica Lake is a reprint and included at no extra cost (easy to remove and add your own photo if desired). $35.
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VINTAGE
Art Deco picture frame #2, 1930s/40s:
Decorative metal frame measures 10" x 12" and has a gold metal wash with a nice patina. The glass is reverse printed and features an Art Deco design in black, cream and gold. There are a few light, pin-point tarnish spots, on the metal frame, but these are very minor. Image size is 7-1/8" x 9-1/2". Glass is in excellent condition with no peeling or flecking on the printed portion. Folding easel on back has been replaced. The photo of Carol Lombard is a reprint and included at no extra cost (easy to remove and add your own photo if desired). $30.
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VINTAGE
Swedish coffee table, 1960s: This unique coffee table features two "roll tops", one at each end (hide your magazines, remotes, etc). This sleek baby measures in at 58" long and looks to be made of teak with a white laminate insert on top. Inside the "roll tops" are yellow Plexiglas panels at both ends. It is marked "Karlit - Ivory, made in Sweden". Other measurements are 19" wide x 15" tall. Mint condition and showing no use. $250.
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VINTAGE
Mid-Century desk, 1950s: Very sturdy and made of solid wood, the finish could best be described as a "honey blond". It is all original and in super condition, showing only faint use. The metal label reads: "Owosso Manufacturing Company, Benton, Arkansas, Quality for over 50 years". The back is finished off, so it can be used in the middle of a room. It measures 52" x 24" deep x 34" high (at back). Appointed with brass hardware which is the original. A very stylish piece of 50's furniture. $295.
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VINTAGE
Mirrored coffee table, 1940s/50s: Blond wood table with scalloped edges and smoked mirror insert (removes, not glued). Table measures 36" long x 18" wide x 15-1/2" tall. The blond wood has a shellac coating and all is in excellent condition. A real sweet one. $150.
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VINTAGE
Branding iron western coffee table, 1950s: One of the more dramatic cowboy tables we have run across. Solid and sturdy, blond oak frame and legs with "wood grain" laminate Formica top. Trimmed in brown nagahyde (vintage vinyl) with stitched branding iron graphics around the edges. Lots of room on this one at 48' long x 24" wide x 16" high. Very sturdy and in excellent condition showing hardly any wear at all. $225.
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VINTAGE
Mid-Century end table with hairpin legs, 1950s: Two-level table with laminated Formica tops in a "wood grain" pattern. Metal hairpin legs in black with matching black trim on sides of table tops. 30" long x 18" wide x 22" high. Excellent condition. $95.
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VINTAGE
Round table with hairpin legs: Round top is a faux marble laminate and measures 17-1/2" in diameter. The wrought iron legs have been repainted in satin black enamel. This sturdy little table stands 23" tall and dates from the 1950s. $75.
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VINTAGE
Chest of drawers by Kent Coffey, 1950s/60s: Nice mid century design from "The Tableau" line. Chest measures 36" long x 19" deep x 31" tall. Excellent condition throughout with the exception of one drawer runner is missing, however drawer still works fine. $150.
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VINTAGE   
Miro print: French poster from the 1970s. Framed behind glass in a simple wood frame. The image is of an earlier Miro painting. Copyright on poster reads "Maeght Editeur Imprimeur". Excellent condition and size is 20" wide x 37" deep. $45.
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VINTAGE   
Matisse print: 1970s silk screen print on textured stock. Image is from an earlier Matisse graphic. It is marked Vege Taux, copyright Lambert Studios, N.Y.C. Framed behind glass in a simple metal frame. Total size is 15 1/2" x 30". All in excellent condition.$45.
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VINTAGE   
Stuart Davis print: Offset litho poster, circa 1970s. Framed behind glass in a new metal frame. Nice example of Davis' abstract style that was so popular 1950s-70s. It measures 27 1/2" x 22". $45.
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VINTAGE CHRISTMAS:
Check out our collection of amazing ornaments from the 1950s/60s/70s. All are in great condition with no cracks or breaks of any kind. A few Christmas accessories will be found at the bottom of the page, as well.

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VINTAGE ELECTRONICS:
On this page you will find old tube radios, transistor radios, speakers, hi-fi's, 8-tracks, electric fans and other fun appliances and broadcast equipment from the good old days. All are guaranteed working and in excellent condition unless noted in the copy. Pictured is a pair of wooden case speakers from the 1940s/50s era.

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VINTAGE LIGHTING:
Your living room needs light and we have a collection of vintage floor lamps, pole lamps, table lamps, hanging lamps, ceiling fixtures, desk lamps, and much more. Pictured is a vintage mid-century lamp featuring a cool wooden design on the base.
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VINTAGE SEATING :
Take a load off on any of our vintage chairs or stools from the past. This page has a nice assortment of upholstered chairs, side chairs, lawn chairs, etc. Pictured is a 1950s oak frame chair with the original, green vinyl upholstering.

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ATOMIC BALL CLOCKS:
Reproduction clocks inspired by the George Nelson classic. A high-quality look at an extremely low price. Each clock has a quartz movement, measures 15" in diameter and is made of lightweight plastic. Choose from Black, Orange, Red, and Silver. $32.95 each.

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CERAMIC, POTTERY & GLASS:
On this page you will find vases, ashtrays, pots and other decorative objects of the past. Lots of modern designs and shapes, not to mention some great kitsch.

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"THE LIBRARY"
Here you will find out-of-print, vintage, first editions, and recent issue books and publications dealing with designers, architecture, roadside attractions, pop culture, household decor, lifestyles, cookbooks, furniture and accessories of the 20th Century. Shown is a first edition, 1984, Mid-Century Modern hardback with the original jacket.

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CLEARANCE PAGE:
50% TO 75% DISCOUNTS. Here you will find items from our various pages that have been discontinued or need to be moved out. Pictured is a pair of Kromex candlesticks, from the 1950s, with a clearance price of $6. Check out all the other deals on good stuff with good prices.

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