Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique "Caribbean" Painting on Bronze 1960s (Signed) - ON HOLD
Evan Lobel
Unique Impressionist painting "Caribbean" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne in hand-brazed braided bronze frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip K LaVerne” in painting - see photo). “Caribbean” is a tribute to Caribbean women who carry heavy baskets on their heads. The LaVernes were inspired by this while on a trip to St. Thomas. It’s a spectacular work of art.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work is shown on page 251 in the section titled THE PAINTINGS. It is also discussed by Kelvin on page 233 in the introduction to this section.
Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.
W: 32.5 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 38.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$35,000
ref: painting165