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  • George Sowden, Unique prototype trays, set of three
    Jul. 15, 2026

    George Sowden, Unique prototype trays, set of three

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    George Sowden Unique prototype trays, set of three Giotto Green Design, Ltd. United Kingdom, 1991 lacquered merbau, merbau 2.75 h x 20.25 w x 11.5 d in (7 x 51 x 29 cm) In 1991, Ettore Sottsass and other designers formed the company Giotto to manufacture Italian design in Asia. Most of the designs never made it beyond the prototype phase. When the company closed in 1992, ACME Studio acquired the company's stock as requested by Mr. Sottsass. Only one each of these trays were made. Metal studio label to underside of each example 'Giotto Woodwork'. Sold with a copy of the Giotto catalog from ACME Studio. Provenance: Adrian and Lesley Olabuenaga, ACME Studio, Maui Literature: Giotto, manufacturer's catalog, unpaginated This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

    Los Angeles Modern Auctions
  • GEORGE JAMES SOWDEN
    Jul. 09, 2026

    GEORGE JAMES SOWDEN

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    Poltroncina mod. Glouchester. Legno di faggio tinto. Produzione Memphis Milano, 1986. cm 90x54x51 AN ARMCHAIR BY G. J. SOWDEN Buone condizioni generali. Piccole righe, leggeri graffi, normali segni di usura. Alcuni visibili mancanze alla struttura e cadute di tono agli elementi decorativi sui braccioli.

    Wannenes Art Auctions
  • George Sowden 'Schrodinger' Table Clock
    Jun. 03, 2026

    George Sowden 'Schrodinger' Table Clock

    Est: $600 - $800

    George J. Sowden, U.K. (Born 1942). Sowden's 'Schrodinger' table clock has a label on back and one on underside 'Milano 1983'. This clock is part of the series 'Objects for the Electronic Age' and made with painted steel, stained wood and glass. Measures 7 5/8"H x 11 1/8"L x 3.5"D. Condition: good condition, has not been checked for accuracy, please see all photos. Contact AAG for more detailed information if needed. AAG is not responsible for any errors or omissions to any lots. All sales are final and sold as is. This lot cannot be shipped in house. Please contact our third party shippers for quotes.

    Abington Auction Gallery
  • George Sowden - Nathalie Du Pasquier (1957) - Wall clock, 1980
    Apr. 17, 2026

    George Sowden - Nathalie Du Pasquier (1957) - Wall clock, 1980

    Est: €300 - €400

    18,5 x 12 x 8,5 cm Wall clock designed in 1980 circa assembled coloured plastic, lucite, metal manufacturer’s mark NEOS on the dial; NEOS OF LORENZ, DESIGN, DU PASQUIER - SOWDEN, MADE IN ITALY on the back original packaging Lorenz edition, Milan, Italy

    Finarte
  • George SOWDEN
    Mar. 04, 2026

    George SOWDEN

    Est: €600 - €800

    George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) Fauteuil "Palace" - 1983 Pin massif laqué Memphis éditeur 87 × 49 × 46,5 cm Bibliographie : Judith Gura, Postmodern Design Complete, Editions Thames et Hudson, Londres, 2017, p. 248-249 Catalogue « Memphis Milano », p. 52 Barbara Radice, Memphis, Electa, Milano, 1984, p. 140 George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) A lacquered pinewood “Palace” armchair by George Sowden for Memphis - 1983 34.30 × 19.30 × 18.30 in.

    Artcurial
  • George Sowden - Palace Chair
    Mar. 01, 2026

    George Sowden - Palace Chair

    Est: $400 - $600

    A 'Palace' chair by George Sowden for Memphis Milano, Italy. All measurements are in inches. Height x Width x Depth

    Barton's Auction
  • GEORGE JAMES SOWDEN, SET OF FOUR PALACE CHAIRS
    Dec. 18, 2025

    GEORGE JAMES SOWDEN, SET OF FOUR PALACE CHAIRS

    Est: €3,000 - €3,500

    GEORGE JAMES SOWDEN (1942) Set of four Palace chairs Lacquered wooden chairs, manufactured by Memphis, Milan, 1983 Dimensions of each chair: 95 x 49 x 45 cm circa PROVENANCE: Private collection, Milan LITERATURE: https://memphis.it/it/prodotti/palace/

    Kruso Art
  • George J. Sowden Specchio a parete mod. Donna
    Dec. 12, 2025

    George J. Sowden Specchio a parete mod. Donna

    Est: €600 - €800

    Cornice in legno curvato, laccato e traforato e cristallo specchiato. Firma e data originale. Prod. Memphis, Italia, 1986.

    Cambi Casa d'Aste
  • GEORGE SOWDEN 1942 - TWO CHAIRS "PALACE"
    Dec. 03, 2025

    GEORGE SOWDEN 1942 - TWO CHAIRS "PALACE"

    Est: -

    The "Palace" chair by George J. Sowden is a Memphis icon. The chair brings a new concept of rationalist design forms, referring to the clean lines of Bauhaus while emphasizing structural elements with color. George J. Sowden is a designer and product developer with extensive experience in various areas of industrial design: from improving electronic products for the mass market to handmade products in limited quantities, including ceramics and glass, textiles, and carpets. In the 1960s, he studied architecture at Gloucestershire College of Art. In 1970, he moved to Milan, where he began collaborating with Ettore Sottsass and Olivetti. In 1981, he co-founded the Memphis company. Chairs come from the significant collection of artist and collector Ivan Steiger, who purchased it in the 1980s. Country: Italy, Location: Milan

    Arthouse Hejtmánek
  • George Sowden (Spanish, b. 1942) Metropole clock Memphis Italy, 1982
    Nov. 20, 2025

    George Sowden (Spanish, b. 1942) Metropole clock Memphis Italy, 1982

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    George Sowden (Spanish, b. 1942) Metropole clock Memphis Italy, 1982 laminate over wood, plexiglas, lacquered wood, enameled aluminum, enameled brass signed with applied metal manufacturer's label to reverse 'Memphis Milano G.J. Sowden 1982 Made in Italy' 31½ h × 9½ w × 9½ d in (80 × 24 × 24 cm)

    Freeman’s
  • GEORGE SOWDEN "FINKELSTEIN" TABLE CLOCK
    Nov. 05, 2025

    GEORGE SOWDEN "FINKELSTEIN" TABLE CLOCK

    Est: $50 - $10,000

    Dimensions: H 9" x W 11.5" x D 3.5" Conditions: Wear consistent with age and use.

    Westport Auction
  • George Sowden TABLE LAMP
    Jul. 09, 2025

    George Sowden TABLE LAMP

    Est: €400 - €500

    George Sowden (United Kingdom, 1942) TABLE LAMP   LAMPADA DA TAVOLO base in ceramica, paralume rivestito in tessuto Firmato e numerato alla base Produzione Memphis, 1985 circa alt. cm 46 e diam. cm 55,5    

    Pandolfini Casa d'Aste
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection Teapot, coffee pot and sugar pot in ceramic Each piece bears the designer and the Sarri studio's stamps on the back Model created in 1994: 14 x 11,5 cm (sugar pot) 21 x 25 x 17 cm (teapot) 22 x 23 x 16 cm (coffee pot) George Sowden (né en 1942) Ensemble de trois, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Theière, caffétière et sucrière en céramique Chaque pièce porte au revers le cachet du designer et d'atelier Sarri au revers Modèle créé en 1994 : 14 × 11,5 cm (sucrière) 21 × 25 × 17 cm (theière) 22 × 23 × 16 cm (caffétière)

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection Teapot, sugar pot, cookie pot Each piece bears the designer and Sarri studio's stamps on the back Model created in 1994 14 x 11,5 cm (sugar pot) 21 x 25 x 17 cm (teapot) 26 x 17,5 x 17,5 (cookie pot) George Sowden (né en 1942) Ensemble de trois, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Théière, sucrier, boîte à biscuits en céramique Chaque pièce porte au revers le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Modèle créé en 1994 14 × 11,5 cm (sucrière) 21 × 25 × 17 cm (theière) 26 × 17,5 × 17,5 (biscottière)

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) Set of three, Ceramiche Bianche collection Teapot, sugar pot, cookie pot in ceramic Each piece bears the designer and Sarri studio's stamps on the back Model created in 1994 12 x 11,5 cm (sugar pot) 21 x 25 x17 cm (teapot) 30 x 19,5 cm (cookie pot) George Sowden (né en 1942) Ensemble de trois, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Théière, sucrier, boîte à biscuits en céramique Chaque pièce porte au revers le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Modèle créé en 1994 12 × 11,5 cm (sucrière) 21 × 25 × 17 cm (theière) 30 × 19,5 cm (biscottière)

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/6, Ceramiche Bianche collection
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/6, Ceramiche Bianche collection

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/6, Ceramiche Bianche collection Centerpiece in glazed ceramic Bears the designer and manufacturer's stamps on the back Edition of 9 + 2 H.C. proofs Model created in 1987-1988 16 x 31 cm Bibliography: - G. J. Sowden, "Ceramiche Bianche", Forme, Milan, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, "George J. Sowden 1970 1990?, Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, ?Exposition George J. Sowden?, March- April 1991 George Sowden (né en 1942) ALZATA SW/6, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Centre de table en céramique émaillée Porte le cachet du designer et de l'éditeur au revers Edition de 9 exemplaires + 2 épreuves H.C. Modèle créé en 1987-1988 16 × 31 cm Bibliographie : - G. J. Sowden, « Ceramiche Bianche » , Forme, Milan, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, « George J. Sowden 1970-1990 » , Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, « Exposition George J. Sowden » , mars-avril 1991

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/7
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/7

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) ALZATA SW/7 Ceramiche Bianche collection Centerpiece in glazed ceramic Bears the designer and manufacturer's stamps on the back Annotated ‘Prova 2/1990' on the back Prototype Edition of 9 Model created in 1987-1992 16 × 26 cm Bibliography: - G. J. Sowden, ‘Ceramiche Bianche', Forme, Milan, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, ‘George J. Sowden 1970-1990', Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, ‘Exposition George J. Sowden', March-April 1991 George Sowden (né en 1942) ALZATA SW/7, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Centre de table en céramique émaillée Porte le cachet du designer et de l'éditeur au revers Annoté « Prova 2/1990 » au revers Prototype Edition de 9 exemplaires Modèle créé en 1987-1992 16 × 26 cm Bibliographie : - G. J. Sowden, « Ceramiche Bianche » , Forme, Milan, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, « George J. Sowden 1970-1990 » , Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, « Exposition George J. Sowden » , mars-avril 1991

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/4
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/4

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/4 Ceramiche Bianche collection Centerpiece in glazed ceramic Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Edition of 9 + 2 H.C. proofs Model created in 1987-1988 14×37 cm Bibliography: - G. J. Sowden, ‘Ceramiche Bianche', Forme, Milan, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, ‘George J. Sowden 1970-1990', Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, ‘Exposition George J. Sowden', March-April 1991 George Sowden (né en 1942) CENTRO SW/4, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Centre de table en céramique émaillée Porte au revers le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri Edition de 9 exemplaires + 2 épreuves H.C. Modèle créé en 1987-1988 14 × 37 cm Bibliographie : - G. J. Sowden, « Ceramiche Bianche » , Forme, Milan, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, « George J. Sowden 1970-1990 » , Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, « Exposition George J. Sowden » , mars-avril 1991

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) B.W.R.Y, Raw-Less collection
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) B.W.R.Y, Raw-Less collection

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    George Sowden (born 1942) B.W.R.Y, Raw-Less collection Signed and bears the manufacturer's stamp on the back Edition of 7 Model created in 2017 H. 10 x D 42,5 cm Bibliography: - M. Sansoni & A. Sarri, "Raw-less, Designer Ceramics, Miscellaneous", Mandragora, Florence, 2018. George Sowden (né en 1942) B.W.R.Y, Collection Raw-Less Plat en céramique émaillée Signé et porte le cachet de l'éditeur Sarri au revers Édition de 7 exemplaires Modèle créé en 2017 H. 10 × Ø 42,5 cm Bibliographie : - M. Sansoni & A. Sarri, « Raw-less, Designer Ceramics, Miscellaneous » , Mandragora, Florence,

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/5
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/5

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) CENTRO SW/5 Ceramiche Bianche collection Centerpiece in glazed ceramic Bears the designer's stamp, engraved, and bears the Sarri studio's stamp on the back Edition of 9 + 2 H.C. proofs Model created in 1987-1988 17×34 cm Bibliography: - G. J. Sowden, ‘Ceramiche Bianche', Forme, Milan, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, ‘George J. Sowden 1970-1990', Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, ‘Exposition George J. Sowden', March-April 1991 George Sowden (né en 1942) CENTRO SW/5, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Centre de table en céramique émaillée Signé du cachet du designer, gravé et porte le cachet de l'atelier Sarri au revers Edition de 9 exemplaires + 2 épreuves H.C. Modèle créé en 1987-1988 17 × 34 cm Bibliographie : - G. J. Sowden, « Ceramiche Bianche » , Forme, Milan, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, « George J. Sowden 1970-1990 » , Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, « Exposition George J. Sowden » , mars-avril 1991

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) VASO SW/9
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) VASO SW/9

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) VASO SW/9 Ceramiche Bianche collection Dish in two parts in glazed ceramic Bears the designer's stamp on the back Bears the Sarri studio's stamp twice on each part Edition of 9 + 2 H.C. proofs Model created in 1987-1992 43×12 cm Bibliography: - G. J. Sowden, ‘Ceramiche Bianche', Forme, Milan, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, ‘George J. Sowden 1970-1990', Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, similar model illustrated pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, ‘Exposition George J. Sowden', March-April 1991 George Sowden (né en 1942) VASO SW/9, Collection Ceramiche Bianche Coupe etroite en deux parties en céramique émaillée Porte le cachet du designer au revers Porte doublement le cachet de l'atelier Sarri sur chacune des parties Edition de 9 exemplaires + 2 épreuves H.C. Modèle créé en 1987-1992 43 × 12 cm Bibliographie : - G. J. Sowden, « Ceramiche Bianche » , Forme, Milan, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - G. J. Sowden, « George J. Sowden 1970-1990 » , Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Bordeaux, 1990, un exemplaire similaire reproduit, pp. 102-107 - Milan, Galerie Antonia Iannone, « Exposition George J. Sowden » , mars-avril 1991

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Prototype Model created in 1991 47×17×17 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Vase en grès Porte le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Prototype Modèle créé en 1991 47 × 17 × 17 cm

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Prototype Model created in 1991 47×17×17 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Vase en grès Porte le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Prototype Modèle créé en 1991 47 × 17 × 17 cm

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Prototype Model created in 1991 48×16×16 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Vase en grès Porte le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Prototype Modèle créé en 1991 48 × 16 × 16 cm

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Prototype Model created in 1991 47×17×17 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Vase en grès Porte le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Prototype Modèle créé en 1991 47 × 17 × 17 cm

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase
    Jul. 02, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase

    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

    George Sowden (born 1942) Stoneware vase Bears the Sarri studio and designer's stamps on the back Prototype Model created in 1991 48×16×16 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Vase en grès Porte le cachet du designer et de l'atelier Sarri au revers Prototype Modèle créé en 1991 48 × 16 × 16 cm

    Piasa
  • George SOWDEN (né en 1942)
    Jun. 23, 2025

    George SOWDEN (né en 1942)

    Est: €2,200 - €2,800

    Lampe de table, modèle Ruskin, modèle créé en 1984 En mélaminé, plastique et métal laqué Édition Arc74 1983-1984 disparue. Il s'agit d'un remontage de l'objet en 2023 par l'ancien éditeur à partir de pièces anciennes. Étiquette 'Objects for the electronic age, Milano, 1984, George J. Sowden' 37,5 x 35 x 6 cm Boite d'origine Bibliographie : Modèle similiaire reproduit in: - A. Bangert, K-M. Armer, 'Design, les années 80', Chêne, Paris, 1990, p. 114 - 'Objects for the Electronic Age', catalogue de l'éditeur, Milan, 1984, n.p. A "Ruskin" lamp by George Sowden

    Maurice Auction
  • George SOWDEN (née en 1942)
    Jun. 23, 2025

    George SOWDEN (née en 1942)

    Est: €1,500 - €1,800

    Centre de table / Porte fruits, modèle Penrose, modèle créé en 1983 En métal laqué, acier chromé, bois et mélaminé Modèle de la série Objects for the Electronic Age Marqué sous la base "Objects of the Electric Age - Milano 1983 - George J. Sowden" Petite Edition Arc 74, Milan, 1983-1984, édition disparue Remontage de l'objet en 2023 par l'ancien éditeur à partir de pièces anciennes. Diamètre totale : 39 cm Boite d'origine Bibliographie : Modèle similaire (autres finitions) et croquis préparatoire reproduits in - George J. Sowden Designing 1970-1990, Musées des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, 1990, p. 136 - Catalogue de l'éditeur, Milano: 1984, n.p. A "Penrose" table center/fruits cup by George Sowden

    Maurice Auction
  • Nathalie du PASQUIER (née en 1957) et George SOWDEN (né en 1942)
    Jun. 23, 2025

    Nathalie du PASQUIER (née en 1957) et George SOWDEN (né en 1942)

    Est: €200 - €300

    Horloge murale, Circa 1986 En plastique, métal émaillé et verre Mouvement à quartz Collection Neos Edition Lorenz Marque de l'éditeur au revers Diam. : 23,8 cm Le première collection de montres et horloges pour Lorenz a été réalisée en collaboration avec Nathalie du Pasquier A wall clock by Nathalie du Pasquier and George Sowden

    Maurice Auction
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Large vase Glazed ceramic Bitossi production for Memphis Milano Limited edition of 299 Created in 1991 H 52
    Mar. 12, 2025

    George Sowden (born 1942) Large vase Glazed ceramic Bitossi production for Memphis Milano Limited edition of 299 Created in 1991 H 52

    Est: €400 - €600

    George Sowden (born 1942) Large vase Glazed ceramic Bitossi production for Memphis Milano Limited edition of 299 Created in 1991 H 52.5 x D 18.5 cm George Sowden (né en 1942) Grand vase Céramique émaillée Production Bitossi pour Memphis Milano Tirage limitée à 299 exemplaires Modèle créé en 1991 H 52,5 x D 18,5 cm

    Piasa
  • GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate.
    Dec. 11, 2024

    GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate.

    Est: €3,000 - €3,200

    GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate. Measurements: 80 x 24 x 24 cm. The Metropole floor clock, designed by George Sowden for Memphis Milano, embodies the disruptive aesthetic, between kitsch and elegance, typical of the Memphis movement. The neo-pop imprint in the choice of materials, colors and bold shapes is combined with an artistic assimilation of kitsch. Memphis was made up of a heterogeneous group of designers, from Ettore Sottsass Javier Mariscal to Peter Shire. They were officially presented at the Milan Furniture Fair in 1981, reaping great success with their controversial proposals. George Sowden trained in architecture at Gloucestershire College of Art in the 1960s. In 1970 he moved to Milan, where he began working with Ettore Sottsass and Olivetti. In 1981 he participated in the founding of Memphis. Since 2007, he has been a partner in Industreal, an Italian company dedicated to promoting design ideas. In 2010, he founded the SOWDEN brand, which produces kitchenware and tableware. Sowden's interest in collaborating with artisans and small businesses, as well as in the practice of design and decoration, began in the 1970s and continues today. In 1990, his experimentation and research were the subject of the exhibition "George J. Sowden Designing 1970-1990", organized by the Musée des Arts décoratifs et du Design in Bordeaux. In 1990, his experimental and research works participated in an exhibition organized by the Musées des Arts Décoratifs de Bordeaux and Marseille.

    Setdart Auction House
  • George Sowden, d'Antibes cabinet
    Nov. 21, 2024

    George Sowden, d'Antibes cabinet

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    George Sowden d'Antibes cabinet Memphis United Kingdom / Italy, 1981 lacquered wood, glass 63 h x 23.5 w x 15.75 d in (160 x 60 x 40 cm) Cabinet features two doors concealing two adjustable shelves. Metal manufacturer's label to reverse 'Memphis Milano George James Sowden 1981 Made in Italy'. Provenance: Collection of Herb Stott and Merry Elkins, Hollywood Literature: Memphis: Furniture Milano, manufacturer's catalog, 1981, unpaginated Memphis Milano, manufacturer's catalog, 1986, pg. 10 This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

    Los Angeles Modern Auctions
  • Nathalie Du Pasquier (b.1957) and George Sowden (b.1942) for Neos of Lorenz Wall clock, circa 1988
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Nathalie Du Pasquier (b.1957) and George Sowden (b.1942) for Neos of Lorenz Wall clock, circa 1988

    Est: £100 - £200

    Nathalie Du Pasquier (b.1957) and George Sowden (b.1942) for Neos of Lorenz Wall clock, circa 1988 Plastic, glass, enameled aluminum Moulded manufacturer's marks 'Neos of Lorenz Design Du Pasquier-Sowden Made in Italy' 34cm diameter Condition Report: There is a re-glued crack to outer edge of border

    Roseberys
  • George Sowden, A Metropole Clock, For Memphis Milano Collection
    Oct. 23, 2024

    George Sowden, A Metropole Clock, For Memphis Milano Collection

    Est: £800 - £1,200

    George Sowden A Metropole Clock For Memphis Milano Collection In plastic laminate, designed in 1982 Dimensions: 32 in. (H) x 9.5 in. (W) x 9.5 in. (D)

    Sloane Street Auctions
  • George SOWDEN
    Oct. 18, 2024

    George SOWDEN

    Est: €300 - €400

    George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) Lampe de table Luna - 1988 Base et réflecteur en acier chromé Édition Memphis, Plaque de l’éditeur 18 x 18 cm Bibliographie : Constance Rubini, Memphis Plastic Field, Éditions Norma, Paris, 2019, p. 85 A chrome steel “Luna” table light by George Sowden, labelled – 1988 7.08 x 7.08 in. . George SOWDEN (Né en 1942)

    Artcurial
  • GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate.
    Jul. 02, 2024

    GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate.

    Est: €3,000 - €3,200

    GEORGE SOWDEN (Leeds, UK, 1942) for MEMPHIS Milano. Floor clock "Metropole Memphis", design 1982. Lacquered wood and covered with decorative laminate. Measurements: 80 x 24 x 24 cm. The Metropole floor clock, designed by George Sowden for Memphis Milano, embodies the disruptive aesthetic, between kitsch and elegance, typical of the Memphis movement. The neo-pop imprint in the choice of materials, colors and bold shapes is combined with an artistic assimilation of kitsch. Memphis was made up of a heterogeneous group of designers, from Ettore Sottsass Javier Mariscal to Peter Shire. They were officially presented at the Milan Furniture Fair in 1981, reaping great success with their controversial proposals. George Sowden trained in architecture at Gloucestershire College of Art in the 1960s. In 1970 he moved to Milan, where he began working with Ettore Sottsass and Olivetti. In 1981 he participated in the founding of Memphis. Since 2007, he has been a partner in Industreal, an Italian company dedicated to promoting design ideas. In 2010, he founded the SOWDEN brand, which produces kitchenware and tableware. Sowden's interest in collaborating with artisans and small businesses, as well as in the practice of design and decoration, began in the 1970s and continues today. In 1990, his experimentation and research were the subject of the exhibition "George J. Sowden Designing 1970-1990", organized by the Musée des Arts décoratifs et du Design in Bordeaux. In 1990, his experimental and research works participated in an exhibition organized by the Musées des Arts Décoratifs de Bordeaux and Marseille.

    Setdart Auction House
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Ruskin Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the electroni.
    Jun. 27, 2024

    George Sowden (born 1942) Ruskin Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the electroni.

    Est: €3,000 - €4,000

    George Sowden (born 1942) Ruskin Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the electronic age, Milano, 1984, George J. Sowden' Model created in 1984 H 40 × L 35 × W 8 cm Bibliography: - A. Bangert, K-M. Armer, 'Design, les années 80', Oak wood, Paris, 1990, model illustrated p. 114 - 'Objects for the Electronic Age', manufacturer's catalogue, Milan, 1984, model illustrated unpaginated George Sowden (né en 1942) Ruskin Lampe de table Mélaminé, plastique et métal laqué Édition Arc74 Étiquette 'Objects for the electronic age, Milano, 1984, George J. Sowden' Modèle créé en 1984 H 40 × L 35 × P 8 cm Bibliographie : - A. Bangert, K-M. Armer, 'Design, les années 80', Chêne, Paris, 1990, modèle reproduit p. 114 - 'Objects for the Electronic Age', catalogue de l'éditeur, Milan, 1984, modèle reproduit n.p.

    Piasa
  • George Sowden (born 1942) Glastonbury Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the elec.
    Jun. 27, 2024

    George Sowden (born 1942) Glastonbury Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the elec.

    Est: €3,000 - €4,000

    George Sowden (born 1942) Glastonbury Table lamp Melamine, plastic and lacquered metal Edited by Arc74 Labeled 'Objects for the electronic age, Milano, 1984, George J. Sowden' Model created in 1984 H 35 × Ø 33 cm Bibliography: - A. Bangert, K-M. Armer, 'Design, les années 80', Oak wood, Paris, 1990, model illustrated p. 115 - 'Objects for the Electronic Age', manufacturer's catalogue, Milan, 1984, model illustrated unpaginated George Sowden (né en 1942) Glastonbury Lampe de table Mélaminé, plastique et métal laqué Édition Arc74 Étiquette 'Objects for the electronic age, Milano, 1984, George J. Sowden' Modèle créé en 1984 H 35 × Ø 33 cm Bibliographie : - A. Bangert, K-M. Armer, 'Design, les années 80', Chêne, Paris, 1990, modèle reproduit p. 115 - 'Objects for the Electronic Age', catalogue de l'éditeur, Milan, 1984, modèle reproduit n.p.

    Piasa
  • George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) Ensemble de trois pots à thé "Teapot" - 1990
    Mar. 13, 2024

    George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) Ensemble de trois pots à thé "Teapot" - 1990

    Est: €600 - €800

    George SOWDEN (Né en 1942) Ensemble de trois pots à thé "Teapot" - 1990 Céramique émaillée blanche Édition Alessio Sarri 29,5 x 20 cm 10,5 x 11 cm Estimation 600 - 800 €

    Artcurial
  • George Sowden for Swid Powell: Pair of Silver-Plated Candlesticks
    Mar. 07, 2024

    George Sowden for Swid Powell: Pair of Silver-Plated Candlesticks

    Est: $200 - $300

    George Sowden for Swid Powell: Pair of Silver-Plated Candlesticks marked

    Abell Auction
  • George James Sowden - Pierre Table
    Feb. 18, 2024

    George James Sowden - Pierre Table

    Est: $1,000 - $1,200

    A Memphis style, 'Pierre' table by George James Sowden. Made in Italy, circa 1981. Signed on leg. Made with an iron frame, lacquered wood legs and a plastic/laminate top. 28.75 x 59 x 59. All measurements are in inches. (Height x Width x Depth).

    Barton's Auction
  • GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )
    Feb. 01, 2024

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )

    Est: €200 - €300

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 ) Centre de table en céramique émaillée blanche. Cachet de l’éditeur Sarri et signature de l’artiste au revers de la base. Numéroté 026. On y joint un grand vase en grès accidenté. (Egrenures en bordure). Haut. 15,5 cm - Diam. 35 cm A table centerpiece in enameled ceramic. Signed and numbered. Editor’s stamp. A large accidented vase in stoneware is included. (Chips on the edges). H. 6 1/8 in. - Diam. 13 3/4 in.

    Tajan
  • GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )
    Feb. 01, 2024

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )

    Est: €200 - €300

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 ) Ensemble comprenant une cafetière à piston, 6 tasses et un centre de table en acier inoxydable découpé et verre. Editeur Peter Bodum AF. Cafetière : Haut. 26 cm – Long. 16 cm – Larg. 10,5 cm Tasse : Haut. 11 cm – Diam. 6 cm Centre de table : Haut. 9 cm – Diam. 33,5 cm A set including a coffeepot, 6 cups and a table centerpiece in cut stainless steel and glass. Edited by Peter Bodum AF. Coffeepot : 10 ¼ x 6 ¼ x 4 1/8 in. Cup : H. 4 3/8 in. – Diam. 2 3/8 in. Table centerpiece : H. 3 ½ in. – Diam. 13 ¼ in.

    Tajan
  • GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )
    Feb. 01, 2024

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 )

    Est: €300 - €400

    GEORGE J. SOWDEN ( NÉ EN 1942 ) Paire de coupes à fruits en acier inoxydable découpé. Editeur Peter Bodum AF. Haut. 16 cm - Diam. 33,5 cm A pair of fruit bowls in cut stainless steel. Edited by Peter Bodum AF. H. 6 1/4 in. - Diam. 13 1/4 in.

    Tajan
  • George James Sowden - Pierre Table
    Dec. 03, 2023

    George James Sowden - Pierre Table

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    A Memphis style, 'Pierre' table by George James Sowden. Made in Italy, circa 1981. Signed on leg. Made with an iron frame, lacquered wood legs and a plastic/laminate top. 28.75 x 59 x 59. Measurements are in inches. (Height x Width x Depth)

    Barton's Auction
  • GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO
    Nov. 29, 2023

    GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO Lacquered and stained wood. Retains plaque. The United Kingdom / Italy Designed 1983 87h x 50w x 47d

    Leonard Joel
  • GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO
    Nov. 13, 2023

    GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    GEORGE SOWDEN PALACE CHAIR FOR MEMPHIS MILANO Lacquered and stained wood. Retains plaque. The United Kingdom / Italy Designed 1983 87h x 50w x 47d

    Leonard Joel
  • George James SOWDEN (1942)
    Nov. 06, 2023

    George James SOWDEN (1942)

    Est: €200 - €400

    George James SOWDEN (1942) A stainless steel table lamp, Memphis design, Milano, design 1988.

    Vendu Rotterdam
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