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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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Large and exceptional “Ming Coffee Table” in two-tone navy blue embossed reptile leather by Karl Springer, American 1988 (Signed “Karl Springer 1988” on leather label underneath table). Superb craftsmanship went into this table, and the navy color is incredibly chic.
Dimensions:
D: 36 inches
W: 60 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Ref: coffeetable600
Exceptionally crafted and impressive 2-tier "Triangular Leg Coffee Table" in lacquered goatskin on a recessed bronze base by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The large scale of the table and coloration of the goatskin are both stunning. No detail was overlooked in the making of this piece.
Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables and bar carts”, on page 8 is a photograph of this model coffee table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD TRANGULAR LEG COFFEE TABLE (Page) 8”.
Dimensions:
W: 72 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: coffeetable606
Pair of Zig Zag Coffee Tables in ivory embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These sculptural tables are meticulously crafted and visually stunning.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 28 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent, leather has been professionally cleaned and polished.
SOLD
Ref: coffeetable551
Meticulously crafted waste paper basket in gray cobra with inside and bottom in silk moiré by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This piece is beautifully made using the finest materials.
Dimensions:
W: 8.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 11 inches
Condition: Excellent - no signs of wear
$3,500
Ref: accessory257
Pair of unique large wall-hanging “Half Round Metal Molding Mirrors” in polished chrome with gunmetal corners and beveled mirrors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These mirrors were custom made for a celebrity. The craftsmanship is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, on page 3 is a photo of this model mirror titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD 4” DIAMETER HALF ROUND METAL MOLDING MIRROR (page) 3”
Dimensions for each:
W: 30 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 52.5 inches
Condition: Very good - some patina on top edge of mirrors.
$25,000 for the pair
ref: mirror330
Pair of rare and exceptional “THREE DRAWER NIGHT TABLES” in polished stainless steel with glass mirror tops, each with 3 drawers, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series in stainless steel is among Springer’s finest. These are a tour de force of design and are superbly crafted. The pair have been professionally cleaned and polished and drawer glides have been replaced with new ones by Lobel Modern.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “cabinets & etageres”, on page 5 is a photograph of this model bedside table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD THREE DRAWER NIGHT TABLE (page) 5”
Dimensions for each:
W: 28 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Professionally cleaned and polished and drawer glides have been replaced with new ones by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches.
SOLD
Ref: nightstands138
Pair of “J.M.F. chairs” in two tone ivory lacquered embossed lizard leather with custom leather seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of these chairs is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chairs31
Rare "Mark II Game Table" in blue shagreen with a circular starburst pattern on top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The coloration of the shagreen is magnificent. No detail was overlooked in the craftsmanship of this table — it is striking from every angle.
Reference:
Lobel Modern retains photographs of various Mark II tables in the Karl Springer showroom in the 1980s.
Dimensions:
W: 36.5 inches
D: 36.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent
$25,000
ref: gametable85
Pair of beautifully crafted bedside tables in lacquered barkwood, each with a drawer, by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated “Karl Springer 1986” with leather label on bottom). The subtle coloration of the barkwood is magnificent. According to the artisan who made these for Karl Springer, in the mid-1980’s Karl Springer experimented with barkwood - a veneer with beautiful figuration not unlike goatskin. These pieces are rare.
Dimensions for each:
W: 36 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 24 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly cleaned and re-lacquered by Lobel Modern. Old glides on drawers replaced with new self-closing glides.
$15,000 for the pair
ref: nightstands136
Rare "Lucite Trestle Style Coffee Table" with base in solid polished Lucite with glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" in Lucite on leg). This is an exceptionally crafted table that is completely stunning from every angle. We can help you fabricate a custom glass top to spec. The bases are adjustable and the horizontal shaft can be positioned to protrude further out of the vertical bases if desired.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 8 is a photo of this model as a console table titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD LUCITE TRESTLE STYLE CONSOLE (page) 8”
Dimensions:
Base:
W: 35 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Glass Top:
W: 48 inches
D: 40 inches
H: 1 inch
Condition: Excellent - professionally cleaned and polished. Few small scratches in glass top.
$15,000
ref: coffeetable604
Beautifully crafted Tray Top Side Table with removable tray in blue shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (remnant of brass Karl Springer label on top of table beneath tray). The details of this table are superb. It is a stunning piece from every angle.
W: 15.5 inches
D: 13 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500
ref: endtable276
"Venetian Glass and Bronze Urn", hand-blown glass with scavo finish and hand-forged bronze base and decorative elements by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. This rare large urn is extremely impressive. Inspired by Art Deco, it is a stunning Karl Springer masterwork.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, there is a photograph of this model shown with the title, “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS AND BRONZE URN“.
Diam: 15 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000
ref: glass119
Set of 4 "Regina" game/dining chairs in high gloss black lacquer with seats and backs upholstered in black leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These elegantly curving chairs are striking in sleek black lacquer. The craftsmanship, like with all Karl Springer pieces, is remarkable.
Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, section “A”, page 19, top of page reads “REGINA SIDE CHAIR” and shows an image of this model.
Dimensions for each:
W: 21.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Very Good - Few light scratches in lacquer.
$15,000 for the set of 4
ref: diningchairs252
Meticulously crafted Tray Top Coffee Table in lacquered goatskin with circular bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The coloration of the goatskin is superb. The bone inlays on this table are exquisite. Another incredible Springer design.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD small paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 84 is a photograph of this model coffee table.
Dimensions:
W: 42 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000
ref: coffeetable608
Set of 4 “J.M.F".” game/dining chairs in custom color lacquered goatskin, gray with green highlights, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The subtle green tone of the goatskin is stunning. These chairs are exquisitely crafted and exceptionally chic. They are shown with a Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Etruscan Spiral game table and they go perfectly with it.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chairs33
Stunning "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in black cobra by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The curved form and beautiful skin work of this table exemplify Karl Springer’s meticulous craftsmanship.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, a photo of this style table is shown as a console table on page 13.
Dimensions:
W: 41 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
Ref: coffeetable601
Pair of “J.M.F. Chairs” in hand-applied artisan goatskin lacquer, gray with green highlights, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The coloration and variation of the goatskin lacquer is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500 for the pair
ref: chairs34
Pair of beautifully crafted “J.M.F. Chairs” in deep two tone chocolate embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1983 (signed with label on bottom "Karl Springer 1983"). Every detail of these chairs is absolutely stunning.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chairs32
Exceptional set of 10 “J.M.F.” dining chairs in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1981 (dated “6.5.81” on underside of each chair). The subtle variations in the goatskin is beautiful. They are exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and remarkable from every angle. A classic Karl Springer design.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - chairs have been cleaned and polished.
$45,000 for the set of 10
ref: diningchairs250
Meticulously crafted "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in artisan shagreen and bone lacquer in beige and ivory with inset brass trim sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Drawer is lined in silk moiré. As with all Karl Springer pieces, this desk is exceptionally crafted and incredibly chic.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 3 is a photo of this model desk with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE PARSON STYLE DESK (page) 3.”
Dimensions:
W: 42 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000
ref: desk127
