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Lobel Modern, opened in 1998 by Evan Lobel, showcases furniture, lighting, hand-blown glass and art by important designers from the 1940's thru the 1980's. Located in the Four Points section of lower Manhattan.

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Karl Springer Console Table in Embossed Lizard Leather with Chrome Drawers 1970s

Evan Lobel

"T-Style Console Table" in charcoal gray embossed lizard leather with 2 drawers with fronts in polished chrome by Karl Springer, American 1970’s. This is a classic Karl Springer design that is beautifully crafted in beautiful materials.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “desks and consoles”, a photo of this model is shown on page 7 with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD T-STYLE CONSOLE (page) 7”

W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: consoletable180

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, CONSOLE

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Stunning "Horses Plaque" with Unique Coloration 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with red and orange enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The background of this work is patinated pewter and the piece is trimmed in patinated bronze. This series was typically done with horses in green, blue and yellow. The unique coloration in this work makes it a rare variation.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this design is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series with the caption from the original LaVerne catalog, “Ming horses gambol across a field of textured bronze (pewter). Their sturdy forms are enhanced by the brilliance of enamel cloisonne colorings.“

W: 24 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: sculpture191

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categories ART
tags Laverne 8, sold Art 9

Beautifully Tailored French Desk in Black Lacquer with Brass Pulls 1940s

Evan Lobel

Elegant desk, gently curving 2 tier design in black lacquer with drawers on the right side with brass pulls and pull-out tray, France 1940's. The curved form and clean lines of this desk are beautifully refined. It is incredibly chic. Newly relacquered by Lobel Modern.

Dimensions:
W: 60 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly relacquered by Lobel Modern.

$12,000

ref: desk129

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categories CASE PIECES
tags DESKS

Pair of Chic Table Lamps in Stacked Solid Lucite 1980s

Evan Lobel

Pair of large beautifully made table lamps composed of stacked solid lucite disks with polished chrome hardware and each with 2 sockets, in the style of Karl Springer, American 1980's. The pair have been newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and cords. Metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished. Each has a new lampshade.

Dimensions for each as shown:
Diam: 7.5 inches
H: 31 inches (adjustable to 34 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new sockets and cords. Metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished. New Lampshades. Lucite is perfectly clear.

$8,500 for the pair

Ref: tablelamps457

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categories LIGHTING
tags table lamp pairs 3

Anzolo Fuga Exquisite Hand-Blown Glass Cat with Fish Bones Inside 1950s

Evan Lobel

Rare and important hand-blown glass cat with fish bones shown in its stomach by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy 1950’s. This work has a corroso finish except where the glass is cut away in the front to reveal the fish bones. Fuga created unique and highly creative works for A.V.E.M. during his time there. This cat exemplifies his superb creativity and the fine artisanship of the glass blowers there.

Reference:
AVEM Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, published by Arnoldsche in 2020, on page 227 is a black and white photograph of this model from the AVEM Archives with the caption, “Anzolo Fuga”.

W: 4 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: fuga60

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categories ART
tags GLASS 5, SCULPTURES 4, ANZOLOFUGA 2

Karl Springer Exquisite Telephone Table in Embossed Reptile Leather 1988 (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted Telephone Table in pale ivory embossed reptile leather with brass casters by Karl Springer, American 1988 (label on bottom reads “Karl Springer 1988”). As with all Karl Springer pieces, the attention to detail is exceptional.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 14 is a photo of this model table titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TELEPHONE STYLE TABLE [page] 14”

W: 14.5 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500

ref: occasionaltable177

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, OCCASIONAL, END / SIDE 6

Angelo Mangiarotti Eros Side Table in Polished Black Marble 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Cantilevered side table in polished black Marquina marble with tapering cylindrical base by Angelo Mangiarotti, Eros Collection, for Skipper, Italy 1970's. This is an iconic Mangiarotti design. The black marble is sleek and very sexy.

W: 21 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - cleaned and polished

SOLD

Ref: endtable275

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 21

Karl Springer Impressive Coffee Table in Lacquered Goatskin 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made square coffee table in lacquered goatskin on a recessed plinth base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with label that reads “Karl Springer” on base). The coloration of the goatskin is beautiful. This table was crafted with only the finest materials and meticulous attention to detail.

W: 46 inches
D: 46 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: coffeetable617

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, COFFEE7

Pedestal in Lucite with Chrome Trim and Glass Top 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pedestal in lucite with polished chrome trim and thick glass top, American 1970's.

Diam: 19 inches
H: 37 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: pedestal29

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 21

Karl Springer Stunning Table Lamp in Chinese Red Lacquer and Gold Leaf 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning unique table lamp, ceramic double gourd in Chinese red lacquer with gold leaf overlay, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp was in the Springer lighting line, but this variation is unique. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new sockets and silk cord. This lamp is a work of art.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, a page shows this model titled  “KARL SPRINGER LTD  MANDARIN TABLE LAMP…”

Dimensions:
Diam: 11 inches
H: 31.5 inches (adjustable to 34 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 10.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new brass socket assembly and silk cord.

SOLD

ref: tablelamp330

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold lighting 12

French Hand-Painted Porcelain Table Lamp with Cranes Motif 1950s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully executed porcelain table lamp with flying cranes, hand-painted with ebonized base and polished brass accents, France 1950's. This lamp is incredibly chic. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord. New lampshade.

Dimensions:
Diam: 9 inches
H: 24 inches (adjustable to 27 inches)
Shade W: 14 inches
Shade D: 10 inches
Shade H: 9.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord. New lampshade.

$6,500

ref: tablelamp349

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categories LIGHTING
tags TABLE LAMP SINGLE 5

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Fragonard Pierced" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and rare “Fragonard Pierced” Coffee Table in patinated, engraved and pierced bronze and pewter, intricately cut with enamel cloisonne and gold and copper leaf with an inset glass top, by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). These tables were cut by Kelvin's hand. This series always included Chinese figures with at least one animal. The delicate fretwork is a marvel. An inset glass top is part of the design.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this coffee table is shown on pages 85 in the section Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The 1960s FRAGONARD PIERCED coffee table is one of the most extraordinary designs in the Historical Civlization Series as it combines extremely difficult aspects of the LaVernes’ artisanship. The pierced bronze tabletops were cut by Kelvin’s hand. This process was time-consuming, very delicate and often with hand-applied gold and copper leaf over the competed floral filigree. The tops of this series always contain Asian figures and at least one animal colored with enamel cloisonne that added depth.”

W: 60 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$28,000

ref: coffeetable549

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 9, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Game Table in Brass and Gunmetal with Embossed Lizard Leather Top 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Round Leg Game Table" in polished brass and gunmetal with brown embossed lizard leather top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on side). This table was meticulously crafted using only the finest materials. Metal has been newly polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 2 is a photo of this model in gunmetal and brass as a coffee table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD ROUND LEG TWO-TIER COFFEE TABLE (page) 2”.

Dimensions:
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal newly polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

$15,000

ref: gametable92

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categories TABLES
tags DINING / GAME 2, KARLSPRINGER 19

Alessandro Pianon Rare Hand-Blown Glass Bird For Vistosi (Murano) 1963 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare hand-blown glass bird, Pulcini Series, green with red and blue murrhines with copper feet by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi, Murano Italy, ca 1963. Pulcini means chicks (baby chickens) in Italian. These birds are both delightful and serious works of art.

Reference:
20th Century Murano Glass, Heiremans, fig. 210 illustrates series Murano: Glass from the Olnick Spanu Collection, Olnick and Spanu, pls. 180-181 illustrate series.

W: 3 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: glass117

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categories ART
tags sold Art 9

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Rare and Important 3-Arm Sconces with Crystals 1950s

Evan Lobel

Impressive pair of rare large 3-arm sconces in polished brass with iconic engraved elements and adorned with faceted crystals by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These incredible sconces were made by Parzinger as a custom commission for a residence in Montreal. They are beautifully crafted with refined and glamorous elements. Brass has been newly polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern. New shades.


Dimensions for Each as Shown:
W: 20 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Shade Diam: 6 inches
Shade H: 8 inches


Condition: Excellent - Brass has been newly polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern. New shades.

$18,000 For the Pair

ref: sconces56

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categories LIGHTING
tags SCONCES, PARZINGER 4

Karl Springer Pair of Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of candle holders in brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic Karl Springer candle holders are both chic and beautifully made.

Reference

Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, Section “lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK   (page) 18” shows this model in the top left photograph.

Dimensions for Each
Diam: 6.5 inches
H Small: 13 inches / with candle shown 18 inches
H Large: 16 inches / with candle shown 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory223

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER11, Sold Other Items 3

Paul Evans Rare Large Chandelier in Textured Bronze with Crackled Glass Globes 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique large chandelier in patinated and textured bronze with 12 arms each with a globe with crackled glass by Paul Evans, American 1970's. Chandeliers by Paul Evans are rare. The scale of this one makes it incredible. It is Brutalism at its best. It was custom made for the Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, MA which was built in 1969/70.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive retains a photograph of this chandelier hanging in Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, Massachusetts (see image).


Dimensions:
Diam: 52 inches
H: 42 inches (can be customized to spec)

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: chandelier274

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categories LIGHTING
tags PAULEVANS3, sold lighting 12

Karl Springer Small Scale Coffee Table in Lacquered Linen 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Petit waterfall coffee table covered in lacquered linen by Karl Springer, American 1970's. A beautiful jewel of a table. As with all Springer tables, this one is meticulously crafted.

W: 24 inches
D: 14 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - this table has been cleaned and relacquered. Like new.

SOLD

ref: coffeetable510

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER9, sold tables 21

Pair Of Chic Benches In Wicker In The Style Of Karl Springer 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of chic benches in white wicker with curving sides and newly reupholstered seats in the style of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly reupholstered in linen by Lobel Modern. These are very comfortable.

W: 16.5 inches
D: 16.5 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: benches40

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 14

Impressive King Size Headboard in Ivory Shagreen 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning king size headboard in ivory shagreen, custom design, American 1980's. This headboard is beautifully crafted in the finest materials with meticulous attention to detail. There is a cleat on the back in case you want to affix it to the wall.

W: 79.5 inches
D: 2.5 inches (6.5 inches at cleat which is removeable)
H: 46 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

ref: headboard21

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags BEDS