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Architectural Design & Garden

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Architectural Design & Garden November 14, 2026 | 9am PST Circa Auction presents Architectural Design & Garden, a curated collection of 20th-century furniture, architectural elements, garden objects, sculpture, and decorative arts. The sale brings together an exceptional selection of modernist design for both interior and exterior spaces, with an emphasis on sculptural forms, natural materials, and distinctive craftsmanship.
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Lot 39

Pierre Guariche for Steiner, Tonneau Black Velvet Chair, 1950s

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$400

Bid Increments

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$1,000 $100
$5,000 $250
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$50,000 $1,000
Sculptural chair featuring a gracefully curved, one-piece seat and backrest upholstered in deep black velvet. Its fluid, organic silhouette is accentuated by a distinctive oval cutout at the junction of the seat and back, adding visual lightness to the design. The shell rests on four slender, slightly splayed black metal legs, creating an elegant contrast between the soft upholstery and the minimalist structure. Its refined proportions and clean lines embody the timeless appeal of mid-century modern design. Height: 30 in. Width: 21 in. Depth: 18 in. Seat Depth: 14 in. Seat Height: 17.5 in.  Good vintage condition. Wear commensurate with age. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Circa Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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