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Thu, Sep 15, 2022 11:00AM EDT
Lot 31

Pair of Lorin Jackson for Grosfeld House Mirrored Glass, Plexiglas and Stained Wood 'Glassic' Bedside Tables

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Unmarked.

26 3/4 x 20 x 14 in.

Note: Plexiglas was produced by Rohm and Haas in Philadelphia around 1936, at the same time that Lucite was first developed by DuPont. Both had the same chemical make up and were used in airplane manufacturing (windshields) during the Second World War. This created a break in Plexiglas/Lucite furniture production which recommenced after the War. Grosfeld House was a New York furniture manufacturing company that produced some of the earliest high-style pieces in Plexiglas, some under the guidance of designer Lorin Jackson, who among other things, was known for her 'Glassic' line of furniture in the Neoclassic taste, of which these are an example. ee the attached illustration, plate 63 from the book: 'Colour Schemes and Modern Furnishing' by Derek Patmore, First printed 1945, reprinted 1947 by The Studio: London & New York. 

Condition

The mirrored top with scratches and scattered areas of oxidization. The mirrored tiles also with oxidization. Areas of old wear and missing veneer on bases camouflaged with painted on staining. In generally good condition. Structurally sound. Chic model.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.