Mid Century Modern Furniture

Timed Online Auction, 31 August - 19 September 2023

Session 1

Sold for

ZAR 29 313
Lot 6
  • A 'Cyclone' dining table, after Isamu Noguchi, designed 1953, for Vitra, 2007


Lot Estimate
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 29 313

About this Item

California, USA
A 'Cyclone' dining table, after Isamu Noguchi, designed 1953, for Vitra, 2007
the white circular laminate top supported by chrome-plated rods set into a cast-iron black base ring, with manufacturer's label, 70.5cm high, 79cm diameter

Notes

Initially conceived as a rocking stool, Japanese- American artist Isamu Noguchi's playful design caught the attention of Hans Knoll who suggested he adapt the stool into a table . This piece is considered an iconic example of mid-century design and is still produced today.

View all Isamu Noguchi (1904 – 1988) lots for sale in this auction



Other lots that might interest you
A Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Model 523' boomerang side table for France & Søn, 1950s, Denmark
A Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 'Model 523' boomerang side table for France & Søn, 1950s, Denmark
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
A Tom Robertson 'Dunvegan' sideboard, for McIntosh, 1960s, Scotland
A Tom Robertson 'Dunvegan' sideboard, for McIntosh, 1960s, Scotland
ZAR 18 000 - 20 000
A Poul Volther 'Model PH/2' teak trolley, for Frem Røjle, 1960s, Denmark
A Poul Volther 'Model PH/2' teak trolley, for Frem Røjle, 1960s, Denmark
ZAR 10 000 - 15 000
A Danish three-seater sofa, 1960s
A Danish three-seater sofa, 1960s
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
A Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' oak multi-bench, for Bruksbo, 1960s, Norway
A Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' oak multi-bench, for Bruksbo, 1960s, Norway
ZAR 15 000 - 20 000
A Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' oak multi-bench, for Bruksbo, 1960s, Norway
A Torbjørn Afdal 'Krobo' oak multi-bench, for Bruksbo, 1960s, Norway
ZAR 10 000 - 15 000