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Architectural significant pieces for the next generation
Who we are
Over the span of 15 years, we have collected significant architectural pieces from the 40’s to the 70’s. Along our journey, we stand by our promise of being thorough when it comes to purchasing from us or collaborating on a project. All items in store are locally sourced from California, usually one owner. Therefore, we are mere stewards of these pieces from source to customer. We at Modern For All invite you to join us on our appreciation for preservation and know that your purchase is considered to be archiving history in your own home.
Newly Posted Inventory
Archival Worthy
Nissen Wine Rack
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Richard Nissen
Nissen was a designer from Denmark. worked in his father’s company, Trævarefabrik, until he took over in 1957. He was able to transcend the company from a wood products factory to manufacturing design items. He also collaborated and provided work from sculptor, Jens Quistgaard.
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Dimensions: 17.5“ H x 5.5“ W x 11.25“ D
LaGardo Tackett Cookie Jar
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LaGardo Tackett, an American designer who started as a geologist and drafted in WW II later became well known for his ceramics. After the war, he took pottery classes in Pasadena with a GI bill. Later known as Tack, worked with other ceramists such as David Cressey and Malcolm Leland. As a group, they were soon invested in by two entrepreneurs making their operation into a company named Architectural Pottery. Later in life, between living here and Japan he gained a new appreciation for ceramics. Tack’s designs are described as whimsical in his later years as evident with this cookie jar.
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Dimensions: 11“ L x 8“ W x 7.5“ H x 13.5“H (with handle)
David Cressey ‘Cheerio’ planter
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David Cressey is known for his experimentation with pottery. As buyers and collectors, you can’t help but be drawn into the varied techniques used for his designs. AMOCA recently held an exhibition dedicated to artists such as David Cressey. Like to know more info, click on link below.
https://www.amoca.org/past-exhibitions/architectural-pottery/
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18” Diameter 15.5”H
Read our new Substack post on Ray Komai
We share our research on Ray Komai in a short read provided on Substack. Make sure to scroll to the end for our take and thoughts. Comment if it so moves you!
Services we offer
We work with auction houses, individuals, and store owners for putting a space together or adding value to a current set up. Contact us for more info.