A GIACOMETTI STYLE SILVER PAINTED METAL "TREE

A GIACOMETTI STYLE SILVER PAINTED METAL "TREE BRANCH/TWIGS" SIDE TABLE, BY PALECEK, JM PORTOLA, MODERN, with a circular tan faux shagreen covered top within a metal rim and raised on a hollow metal curved branch form standard continuing to tripod branch legs and ending as twin truncated twigs feet, decorated with patches of stylized bark and encrustations throughout, covered in a silver paint with faint gold-tinted highlights and verso printed label "PALECEK / MADE IN PHILIPPINES / JM PORTOLA SIDE TABLE," and other manufacturer's information. Height: 25 1/4" Diameter: 16 3/8" Note: This perky side table by Palecek is reminiscent of the naturalistic "Arbre au Hibou" (Owl Tree) designs of the world famous furniture designer Diego Giacometti (Swiss Italian 1902-1985).
Condition Report: Good condition with some light surface dust buildup in crevices, otherwise no discernible issues. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."