Thrifting some famous names: Wright, Akerman, Bodum

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This haul consist of multiple thrifting days items.

I was drawn to this picture because of it color combination and graphical look quality. 

It's print of Richard Akerman work "Tva vilstolar" / Two Deck Chairs". Printed in Karlstad, Sweden by Pictura Graphics AB.

This work is from 1980s and very groovy.

https://marcusakerman.com/about-marcus-akerman/richard-akerman/





This Bodum French coffee press is cool designer looking so I had to crab it.

https://www.bodum.com/ie/en/

Bodum story is also interesting.

https://www.bodum.com/ie/en/about

 






This coffee table book looked interesting to me. Covering famous American people and companies who have made name to themselves. Widens my knowledge, I am sure I find something there that I don't know about.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1550721.America_s_Elite_1000






Another book of famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright by Diane Maddex.

Its mainly about tips from famous architect on subject how to make small spaces look spacious.

I like the mid century design aspect of it.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/591186.Wright_Sized_Houses?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=HH6Qd4fPcH&rank=1




                                                                        


This lightweight and soft sports/ weekend bag 
was brand new condition and just good to pack for weekend getaway. Colorful graphics is a bonus.











Then I stumbled on this print and Google Lens said that it is "Italian Afternoon" by Leo McDowell.

I was glad to learn about new artist thanks to thrifting.


There is something about his art that made me to have a closer look and pay attention. To me his style is a little bit dreamy and drawings are delicate. Reading his short bio I feel connection to him as I am also interested in ancient cultures and history.
I like it, only can dream to own original. Maybe it is not so impossible... I see original currently on sale at Ebay for 239EUR.

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