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.
Liberty says
In the 15th picture down there is a star shaped lamp in the upper right, does anyone know who made this? I see them all over in the North Carolina town where my husband was born but no one knows where they came from! I really want one for my ’73 ranch!
RetroGal says
It looks like it’s the set decoration warehouse for Mad Men!
rick says
I still have my folks Lane drum table with that same type of top as shown in the 11th pic. The inside has always smelled ‘new’. Never knew it was Lane until very recently when I looked at the bottom. Not my favorite piece, but it’s always been in too good condition to get rid of it. This looks like a fantastic sale to browse & maybe luck onto something.
Lynne says
If anyone here does get to go to this, will they please report back and tell us all about it??
Paula says
Whaaaaaa! Why did I let that free ticket to Philly expire?
Michelle Becher says
I’m interested in the Broyhill Brazilia nightstands. How do i buy them?? I need them shipped to FL??
pam kueber says
Michelle — go to the craigslist ad that is linked in the story. It has a phone number. Good luck. Hey, also talk to our friends at Furnish Me Vintage in St. Pete — they might be able to find you set: https://retrorenovation.com/2012/07/19/vintage-furniture-scandinavian-modern-midcentury-modern-and-just-plain-groovy-at-furnish-me-vintage-st-petersburg-florida/
Christa says
You know where sales like this never happen? California. Dammit. Have fun, Philly people.
Amy says
I hear ya sister, all the really good stuff’s in the midwest and the northeast…
Dan says
We have the bedroom set that matches that hutch! Killer stuff!
Dan says
Which means I NEED those commodes!
Shannon says
I’m going to go! Not familiar with the area though. Does anyone know of any other “must see/must go to” places in Philly while I’m there?
Mike says
I’ve been to these sales before. They do have an amazing selection but don’t roll up thinking you’re getting some kind of thrift store bargain. You’re gonna pay for the privilege, hard.
Jamie D says
Thanks for the heads up. I’m still thinking about going to this “sale” because we do need a few major items – a coffee table, a pair of nightstands, a dresser, etc. – but I checked out their blog and you’re right, definitely no thrift store bargains. The dressers on the blog are $600 and up.
I need to evaluate how badly I need all these things RIGHT NOW, or if I can wait around and take my chance a finding a lucky bargain.