Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Peasants Plaque" with Enamel Cloisonne 1960s (Signed)
Evan Lobel
"Peasants Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed front bottom center "Kelvin + Philip LaVerne"). The engraved Chinese figures are exquisite. Back is finished in patinated bronze. The enamel cloisonne adds depth to the colors. This piece is impressive in size and composition.
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, “The daily activities of ancient China are interpreted in textured bronze or pewter, dramatically enhanced with enamel cloisonne coloration. Peasants engaged in the rice harvest are expertly engraved by hand in a superb combination.”
W: 24 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 48 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
ref: sculpture135