Liz O'Brien

Spotlight on: Samuel Marx

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We are pleased to feature the wonderful work of Samuel Marx. Below are a few of our favorites currently available in the gallery.

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Samuel Marx (1885-1964)
Demilune side table in a crackle lacquer finish. Executed by Quigley Furniture Co. American, c.1950
30″H x 30.5″W x 12″D
Reference #3091

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Dining Table in faux parchment crackle lacquer finish raised on thick square legs. Comes with two 22″ leaves that extend over length to 110″. Signed: Quigley. American, c.1940
28.5″ x 66″W x 42″D
Reference #2979

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Wall-mounting bookcase in crackle lacquer and glass.Signed: Quigley. American, c. 1948
36″H x 48″W x 8.75″D
Reference #1384

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Samuel Marx and his wife Florene at home in Chicago 1952.

Samuel Marx (1885-1964) was a renowned architect, furniture designer, connoisseur and avid art collector. Considered a modernist, Marx’s functional designs and decorative elements reflected his subtle yet magnificent aesthetic. A graduate of MIT’s Department of Architecture, Marx began his career designing the interiors of hotels and department stores before opening his own successful firm. Marx amassed his own personal art collection which included works by the likes of Matisse, Brancusi and Picasso; thus he was also much sought after for his ability to integrate art into the homes of his affluent clients which included J. Paul Getty.

Posted: April 10, 2018