Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern Art & Design

Sat, Jun 2, 2018 12:00PM EDT
Lot 18

Andrew Szoeke Coffee Table

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
The table features a large inset plaque, created with a variety of exotic woods and depicting a woman in formal riding gear astride a horse with an infant Cupid running alongside. Andrew Szoeke (1893-1969) immigrated to New York in 1921 from Vienna, Austria, where he had honed his talents influenced by the masters who would soon go on to found the Bauhaus. During a 20-year relationship creating graphics and consulting for Bergdorf Goodman, he became the darling of Manhattan's “carriage trade” for his distinctive hand-crafted furniture designs. Consignor states the original base of the table was damaged beyond repair when he purchased some years ago, so he had a similar base with burlwood veneer added in its place.
Designer & Manufacturer: Andrew Szoeke (Szoke)
Markings: marking(s)
Country of Origin & Materials: USA; walnut, multiple exotic woods
Dimensions(H,W,D): 16.25"h, 42"dia

Condition

very good/good, inlay edges tight, some scratches to top, some wear and chipping to base, wear consistent with age and moderate use
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