AMERICAN ART DECO LARGE TABLE FRANKL CORK TOP Start Price USD 4,800.00 Current Price USD 4,800.00 Time Left 12 days 3 hours 24 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, September 21, 2008 End Time Monday, January 19, 2009 Location Los Angeles, California See more about 'AMERICAN ART DECO LARGE TABLE FRANKL CORK TOP' Description HTML clipboard AMERICAN  ART DECO LARGE TABLE FRANKL CORK TOP Made in America in the  1930's  or 1940's this conference table is built with  a cork inlay top , ebonized mahogany and parchment lining .The style is pure  Art Deco and was at the time one of the best quality available . Today it could be use as a dining room with sitting room for  8 to12 people . It clearly shows all of the trademark design of  Paul Frankl .  The inlay top and rectangular shape of the base are consistent with Paul Frankl 's style .I found several pictures of his creation on line which confirm my opinion , considering they are the property of other dealer I cannot just paste and copy , but you can google them at image " Frankl table". The base is a design that Frankl  used with different variation over time , his later work is better know as it was mass produced .You can also feel the influence of his mentor Frank Lloyd Wright in the concept of this piece.  The condition is very good , it was  recently refinished so it is ready to grace your interior . The base and side is ebonized so you can still see the grain of the wood . " Decorating is eliminating " was Paul Frankl favorite slogan. This unique piece is definitely pre WW2  in inspiration and quality , it is one of the best American art deco piece I found so far .It was purchased in LA  .  Size H .30 1/2 x L 84 x W.36 , good antique condition ,  shipping $200  to $ 400 depending on location. I take credit card and American Express, the transaction will go thought my store .I guaranty my Antiques to be original. After the auction ends you need to contact me directly at Jcstyle@pacbell.net or use the Ebay link to Email me. You can also call me at the store 310 550 6726 . I expect to be paid within 5 days so if you cannot do it please do not bid. CAUTION : I  sell antiques so expect a normal tear and wear to show even if all my pieces are refinished and considered in perfect antique condition .Californian resident to pay sale tax. The cork top , a material used in Frankl's early design brings a warm touch against the ebonized mahogany contrasting with the white parchment   HTML clipboard To respect the new rule concerning Link I put a link at the bottom which bring you to "About me " where you can find more information on French Art Deco and French Antiques .This is not an offer to sell outside of Ebay site. Please click on the Zeppelin! Please click on the Zeppelin for more information about us and our business Place a Bid!