Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Pair of "Tao" End Tables 1960s (Signed)
Evan Lobel
Stunning pair of rectangular “Tao” end tables in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant hand-painted enamels in blue, green, and red with gold and copper leaf by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip K LaVerne” and “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on tops). These tables are magnificent. The Chinese scene on the top is based on an ancient Chinese painting.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Tao motif is shown on pages 56-59 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “Here, the LaVernes were showing Tao philosophy that was primarily concerned with the importance of man in relation to his surroundings and architecture.”
Dimensions for each:
W: 26 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$35,000 for the pair
Ref: endtables102