Thanks to reader Jennifer who tipped Pam off — via our Facebook fan page — to this massive mid century, retro and vintage furniture sale this Sunday in Philadelphia. I envy anyone who lives close enough to attend. As I read their craigslist post (now gone) and looked at the photos of what is included for sale in this 3,ooo square-foot space, I had to sop up the drool coming from my mouth! Heidi — one of the people in charge of this sale — said that all of these treasures have come from several estates, and they are having this sale to “clean house” and make room in their building. This sale is only three hours long– I predict it will be a madhouse. Thanks to Heidi for letting us feature these photos so everyone across the Retro Renovation Nation could ogle them enviously.
I have a gorgeous Broyhill Brasilia hutch just like the one above — hopefully on Sunday this classic beauty will find a good home.
Ditto on those Broyhill Brasilia commodes! It looks like they might have a few pairs at the sale…
If a lot of these pieces are priced close-ish to the “starting prices” listed in the ad, then there may be some good deals. The ad says:
We have thousands of square feet of credenzas/entertainment units, dressers, dining chair sets and tables, desks, lounge chairs, floor and table lamps. Whatever you need for your home that’s functional or decorative, we probably have it! Lot’s of fun trinkets and collectibles to sift through. Something for every budget
Eames – Saarinen – Lane – Drexel – George Nelson – American of Martinsville – and moreCredenzas (from $250), dining tables (from $125), dining chair sets (from $50 p/chair), lounge chairs (from $75), office chairs (from $25), dressers (from $100), hutches (from $250), end tables (from $75), coffee tables (from $125), nightstands (from $125)
Table lamps, floor lamps and chandeliers (from $25)
Huge range of art from framed museum posters to original art for collectors ($1-500)
I lost count — how many Lane tables are available at this sale?
Is that a Drexel Declaration dresser above? Nice.
Pam loves both of the retro tiki-bling dressers above. Does anyone know their maker? waaaaannnnnt neeeeeeeeeeeeeed
Anyone wanna pick up those webbed patio chairs for me? LOVE them.
They even have a vintage yard gnome — this is one cool sale.
Anyone else tempted to make a drive to Philly with a Uhaul and most of your paycheck this weekend? I know I am.
Julie says
I think it’s Bassett Mayan, not Aztec. I have the 9 drawer dresser, in fact, it was my first piece that I collected. I love it. I need more!
Caryn says
Holey moley! I probably couldn’t afford any of this but if I lived closer I would absolutely go just to admire and drool over everything! Thanks for sharing, what a goldmine of mid century awesomeness!
Lynne says
Yes, that is a Drexel Declaration dresser. I have a set in my master bedroom, and I love it. I have been watching for a larger dresser for myself, and the one pictured would be perfect. Too bad I’m in Illinois…
JamieA says
Um, I think I NEED that silver chair! Who wants to drive it to Texas for me? And that right angled Lane table on three legs…insane! Happy shopping for those that are going!
Eartha Kitsch says
Daaaaaaang.
Diane in CO says
I have that very same Thonet Bentwood rocker in our bedroom and my designer/contractor thinks it lends a “dated” look to the room. I don’t think he meant that in a good way, lol. To me, that is a ’70’s look which is when we acquired it new. I have to say I still like it, though. Thanks for all the wonderful pictures!
Laura E. says
Actually, Thonet introduced that rocker in 1882.
Julie says
Woot! Just moved to Philly area a month ago – I’m a first time home buyer of a 1950 home and have no furniture! Awesome!
BlueJay says
This warehouse also has a blog, with contact information for the sales:
http://www.midcenturyfurniturewarehouse.com/
Laurie V says
If only I had scads of money, lived in Philly, and had a house to put all that stuff in, I would so be there! So many things there to love! Unfortunately, I’m broke, live in KY, and have a stupid turn of the century house. 🙁
Allen says
I know all this stuff is beautiful, but keep in mind the mantra of this blog is to “Love the House You are In” and be content with what you have!
BlueJay says
The ‘Tiki-bling’ dresser and chest of drawers is the Bassett Aztec line from the early 1960s.
Kate says
Ohhh thanks for the ID on those awesome Tiki dressers BlueJay!
BlueJay says
No problem. I have some brochures from Bassett from the early 60s; they had some interesting lines out! They detail the Aztec line as well.
Kate says
Wow that sounds cool! We’d love to see those — and share them on the blog — if you are able to scan/email them! If so, send them my way: retrorenovationkate [at] gmail [dot] com 🙂
Jackie says
The collection is actually called “Mayan” from Bassett.
BlueJay says
I thought it was called Mayan too, but the Bassett brochure says otherwise. It’s called the Aztec line and it’s finished in a Mayan Walnut finish.
DAVID GERBSTADT says
hi kate- i am working on a project- 10,000 pages of drawings.
i searched my name and found my painting in one of your 53 photos above- I am just interested how you got it—
just came by to say hi and thank you for posting.
david Gerbstadt.
pam kueber says
Hi David — we received copies of the photos from Heidi, who was hosting the sale. Lovely work!!!!