The work of Arthur Court is a constant delight to his fans. The San Francisco based designer created a wide range of sophisticated yet cheerful furnishings and bijoux based on natural forms that included flowers, cacti, antlers and animals.
Court’s designs drew on his rich and diverse experiences. He grew up in Minnesota, and his childhood rambles in the woods made him a lifelong naturalist. Navy service in the Pacific during World War II exposed Court to Asian cultures, and later in life Court was fond of taking African safaris. Upon his return from the war, Court moved to San Francisco and opened an interior design business — attracting such high-profile Hollywood clients as Shirley Temple Black and the Andrews Sisters. In 1966, he opened a store that offered smaller furniture pieces, tabletop wares and decorative sculptures. These included glass-topped tables with bases shaped like lilies or palm trees; whimsical monkey candlesticks and ice buckets in the form of rabbits and whales; or cast-aluminum tortoise shell-shaped lamps.
As you will see from the offerings on these pages, Arthur Court appealed to anyone with a sense of joie de vivre. Take a look: it’s serious fun!
Reed & Barton Silver Plated Large Serving Platter Tray
Located in San Francisco, CA
Reed & Barton silver plated large serving platter tray Quality workmanship & beautiful design Heavy duty; weighs approximately 10 lbs
Silver Plate
Victorian Silver-Plate Handled Fruit Basket Decorated with Flowers and Eagle
Located in San Francisco, CA
Victorian silver-plate handled fruit basket decorated with flowers and eagle, heart-shaped.
Silver Plate
Giant Natural Fossilized Clam Shell
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a natural giant fossilized clam shell, which at nearly 20 inches long can be used as a natural history specimen or as a sculptural decorative object for interior or garde...
Shell
19th Century Wang Hing Sterling Silver Cherry Blossom Bowl
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Chinese export sterling silver bowl by Wang Hing & Co. with applied relief cherry blossom flowers on each side of the bowl where it transitions into the feet, casted and styliz...
Sterling Silver
C. 1890 Middletown Silverplate Serving Tray w/ Figural Handles
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning silverplate serving tray by Middletown Plate Co., circa 1890. Decorated with an engraved clipper ship vignette, flanged sides with ornate...
Metal, Silver Plate
19th Century Victorian Silver Plate Punch Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Victorian silver plate punch bowl Decorative Victorian punch bowl with a perforation in the bowl The maker is unknown, but t...
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Large Silver Plated Clam Shell Serving Dish Platter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Large Silver Plated Clam Shell Serving Dish Platter. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 13.5" W x 16" D.
Silver Plate
19th Century English Regency Silver Plate Clam Shell Serving Dish
Located in Elkhart, IN
A striking late-19th-century English serving dish fashioned as a deeply fluted scallop shell. The silver-plated surface has mellowed to a softly reflective patina, while scrolling wa...
Silver Plate
Vintage Mid Century Modern WM Rogers Silver Plated Clam Shell Serving Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern WM Rogers Silver Plated Clam Shell Serving Dish. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2" H x 11" W x 13" D.
Silver Plate
Shell Shape Vintage Silver Plated Ashtray, England, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Shell shape vintage silver plated ashtray is an original decorative object realized in England in the 1970s. Dimensions: 3 x 12.5 cm. Good Conditions. Some traces of ash are p...
Silver Plate
Pair Silver Metal Scalloped Clam Shell Vessel Bowl Planter Arthur Court Style
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage footed metal scalloped clam shell clamshell vases urns pots planters vessels. In the style of Arthur Court. These can be used for plants, hand towels, shells, ...
Metal
Silver-Plated Shell Centerpiece Bowl with Hammered Handle, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian decorative centerpiece bowl from the 1970s, designed in the form of an elegant shell with radiating fluted ribs that create a dynamic sense of movement. The interior features...
Silver Plate
