To a private preview of 20th Century Decorative Arts and cocktail reception with John Nyquist Celebrating his 50th year in business. 

Noted California Studio Craftsman John Nyquist's bespoke pieces are characterized by a combination of sculpted edges, curved surfaces and organic sloping lines. On view will be items from John Nyquist’s personal collection that are to be sold in Bonhams & Butterfields forthcoming auction of 20th Century Decorative Arts scheduled for September 29th. The items on offer include design prototypes as well as works that were originally shown in the California Design Exhibition of 1968. The now legendary California Design shows were a series of 13 exhibitions held at the Pasadena Art Museum (now Norton Simon) between the years of 1954 and 1976 that showcased the best of California Design.

Thursday, September 24th, 6pm to 8pm
Location:  Bonhams and Butterfields
                    7601 W. Sunset Blvd.
                   Los Angeles, CA  90046

Please r.s.v.p. to Katie.Nartonis@Bonhams.com with Balustrade and Bitters in the subject line

LadderRockChair-JN SignatureLadderRockChair-JN John Nyquist walnut ladder back rocking chair with Larson fabric

Ottoman-JN
John Nyquist Indian rosewood ottoman
Est. $2,500-3,500
From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist
Exhibited in the California Design Ten exhibition of 1968 at the Pasadena Art Museum, Pasadena, California (now Norton Simon)


WalnutRockChair-JN
John Nyquist ebonized walnut rocking chair with Larsen wool fabric
Est. $6,000-9,000
A prototype From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist, Long Beach, California


BlkLeatherBackChair-JN
John Nyquist walnut armchair with black leather
Est. $3,500-4,500
A prototype From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist, Long Beach, California

JewelryClosed-JN
JewelryOpen-JN
John Nyquist teak, Brazilian rosewood and ivory jewelry box
Est. $3,000-5,000
From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist, Long Beach, California

MagRack-JN
John Nyquist walnut magazine rack
Est. $2,000-3,000
From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist
Exhibited in the California Design Ten exhibition of 1968 at the Pasadena Art Museum, Pasadena, California (now Norton Simon)

SignatureLadderRockChair-JN John Nyquist walnut ladder back rocking chair with Larson fabric
Est. $5,000-8,000
From the Personal Collection of John Nyquist, Long Beach, California

Here at B&B we are pleased to be welcoming over the next month a new group of contributors in partnership with Bonhams & Butterfields.  Bonhams, founded in 1793, is one the world's oldest and largest auctioneers of fine art and antiques. From 20th Century design to fine and rare wines, the specialists at Bonhams offer a wealth of knowledge and information.  Four experts are slated to contribute to the B&B Blog and give us an inside look at the always compelling auction world including collecting advice, the latest trends, and great treasures at great prices.

First up is 20th Century decorative arts specialist, Jason Stein.  Stein has more than 18 years of experience in decorative arts with a special expertise in custom works by legends of interior design.  Over the course of his career, Stein developed a sale category called "Innovators of 20th Century Style," a type of auction geared for the design cognoscenti that features custom pieces created by the great "International Taste-Makers".  Amongst his professional highlights, he developed and produced the auction of the late design legend Tony Duquette.