Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare Large Pair of "Classical Plaques" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD
Evan Lobel
Pair of rare and large "Classical Plaques" in deeply patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on front).
These were done as a complementary pair in a small edition. The scale and forms are stunning.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these works are shown on page 245 in the section titled THE PAINTINGS and the caption, taken from the original LaVerne catalog, reads, "Classical plaques: Mythical Man and Woman, cupids at their feet, are richly achieved through glowing tones of blue against a radiant golden bronze background. The fluidity of movement and brilliant color evoke the painstaking artistry of the Classical period."
Dimensions of each:
W: 24 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 48 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: sculpture155