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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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Karl Springer Rare and Exceptional Coromandel Mirror 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare "Coromandel Mirror" hand carved and hand decorated in black lacquer with channels painted in red lacquer and antiqued silver and gold leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The glass mirror is beautifully beveled. The artisanship of this mirror is superb. This is considered one of Springer’s best designs.

Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 11 shows this model mirror, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD HALF ROUND MOLDING MIRROR, COROMANDEL (page) 11”.

Diam: 42 inches
D: 3 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: mirror320

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Karl Springer Set of 6 "J.M.F. Dining Chairs" in Tessellated Fossilized Coral 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 6 masterfully crafted J.M.F. Dining Chairs in tessellated fossilized coral with bronze sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This chair was designed with a curved seat which can take a seat cushion if desired. The artisanship of these chairs is off the charts. They are absolutely stunning.

Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, page 4, shows this model chair with the title “ KARL SPRINGER LTD. J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLDTERED SEAT”.

Dimensions for each:
W: 17 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - chairs have been professionally cleaned. No chips or cracks.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare and Iconic "Pagoda Lamp" in Python and Bronze 1970s

Evan Lobel

Stunning and rare "Pagoda Lamp" in brown and black python with bronze base, trim, shade interior and lighting assembly by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Because the inside of the shade is bronze, it gives off a beautiful light. Bottom of lamp is covered in felt. The craftsmanship and design of this lamp are superb. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

Reference: Lobel Modern Archive - a Pagoda Lamp was professionally photographed by Karl Springer LTD for marketing material in the 1970’s. That photograph as well as others were purchased from an employee of Karl Springer by Lobel Modern in 2004.

W: 14 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent - natural patina to bronze. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

$7,500

ref: tablelamp345

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Karl Springer Striking Hinged Box in Mottled Lacquer with Silver Foil 1970s

Evan Lobel

Stunning hinged box in mottled red and yellow lacquer with applied silver foil by Karl Springer, American 1970s. This is an early Springer design. The interior is lined in red suede, and the bottom is covered in black felt. The craftsmanship of this box is superb.

H: 8.5 inches
W: 10.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$4,500

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Karl Springer Large Wall Hanging Mirror In Pale Yellow and Black Python 1970s

Evan Lobel

Large and exceptional "Half Round Molding Mirror" covered in pale yellow and black python with beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This mirror is a superb example of Karl Springer’s devotion to the finest craftsmanship. It’s super chic.

Reference:
Karl Springer Ltd red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 4 shows this style mirror covered in animal skin, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD HALF ROUND MOLDING MIRROR (page) 4”

W: 40 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: mirror247

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Karl Springer Floor Lamp in Deep Brown Crocodile with Brass Accents 1970s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted floor lamp in deep brown and black embossed crocodile leather with polished brass base, trim and hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This floor lamp is super luxurious. Brass has been newly polished and lacquered. Lamp has been newly rewired with silk cord.

Reference: Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, in the section “Floor lamps, lamps, wall sconces” on page 23 is a photo of this design with an incorporated small table.

W: 9 inches
D: 9 inches
H: 61 inches
Shade W: 13.5 inches
Shade D: 13.5 inches
Shade H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been newly polished and lacquered. Lamp has been newly rewired with silk cord.

$8,500

ref: floorlamp230

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Karl Springer Stunning "Dome Top Mirror" in Ivory Shagreen with Bone Inlays 1980s

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and iconic “Dome Top Mirror” in ivory shagreen with bone inlays and outside edge in tessellated travertine with beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The materials and craftsmanship of this mirror are absolutely superb. The scale and proportions make this mirror a standout.

W: 36 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 60 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: mirror322

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Karl Springer Prototype Box Table with Tray Top in Grasscloth 1976-1978

Evan Lobel

Box Table with removable tray top covered in grass cloth inside and out by Karl Springer, American 1976-8. This was made as a prototype by one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans It’s a unique design. The top can sit as a tray or flip the other way and just cover the bottom.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 20 inches
W: 20 inches
H: 20.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

Ref: endtable267

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Karl Springer Telephone Table in Chestnut Snake Skin 1970s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted Telephone Table in chestnut snakeskin with black accents and brass castors by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The bottoms are covered in moiré silk. As with all Karl Springer pieces, the craftsmanship is superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 14 is a photo of this model table titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TELEPHONE STYLE TABLE [page] 14”

D: 10 inches
W: 15 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500

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Karl Springer Two Tier Side Table in Grasscloth 1976-1978

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted petit side table in grasscloth with sculpted edges by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. This table was made as a prototype. It is very chic.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 14 inches
W: 14 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500

Ref: endtable268

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Karl Springer Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in Satin Bronze 1980s - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in satin bronze with polished brass inlays and an inset glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The Art Moderne series is one of Springer’s best. This piece has been fully restored - metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The glass top is newly fabricated by Lobel Modern. The combination of satin bronze with polished brass is super chic. The coloration of the bronze is perfectly even - any lighter areas are from the spotlights in the showroom.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo of this table in the Karl Springer showroom.


Dimensions:
D: 40 inches
W: 54 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metals have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern.

$20,000

Ref: coffeetable594

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Karl Springer "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" In Embossed Lizard Leather 1970s

Evan Lobel

"Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in bisque lacquered embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The curvature of the table’s form and edges showcase Springer’s superb craftsmanship. This coffee table is very chic.

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:
D: 18 inches
W: 46 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

Ref: coffeetable593

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Karl Springer Chic Waste Basket in Ostrich Skin 1976-1978

Evan Lobel

Chic waste basket in ostrich skin on the outside and inside by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. The bottom is covered in silk moiré. The craftsmanship of all Springer skin work is exceptional.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 9 inches
W: 9 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

$3,500

Ref: accessory253

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Karl Springer Pair of Sumptuous Leather Swivel Chairs 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully crafted swivel chairs with channeled solid mahogany bases by Karl Springer, American late-1980s. These chairs were reupholstered in taupe lambskin. They are nicely proportioned and very comfortable.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 13 shows this model chair with a brass base under the title “SWIVEL CHAIR.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 29 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Very Good- Recently reupholstered in taupe lambskin by the previous owner. A few small spots and scratches.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Exceptional Box Table In Leather 1976-1978

Evan Lobel

Exceptional Box Table with brown leather on the outside and inside by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. The bottom is covered in silk moiré. This was made as a prototype. The skin work, as with all Springer pieces, is superb.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 20 inches
W: 20 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500

Ref: endtable266

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Karl Springer Rare "Sculpture Reading Lamp" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare "Sculpture Reading Lamp" in brushed stainless steel with two additional lights in feet, all lights with thick solid lucite covers, by Karl Springer, American 1980s. These floor lamps are rare and exceptional. This one has been newly rewired with foot switch by Lobel Modern. Metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished.

Dimensions:
W: 17 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent - metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

ref: floorlamp232

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Karl Springer Prototype "Cathedral Table" in Leather 1976-1978

Evan Lobel

"Cathedral Table" with both base and top covered in contrasting leathers by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. This table was made as a prototype. The arch details are absolutely stunning.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 18.5 inches
W: 16.5 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500

Ref: endtable264

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Karl Springer Large Art Deco Urn with Copper Leaf 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large and exceptional Art Deco urn in bronze with applied copper leaf and blue enamel with disc feet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale and opulent colors make this urn a stand out. It’s absolutely magnificent.

Reference:
LOBEL MODERN ARCHIVE, There is a photograph of a pair of these urns shown on a Bauhaus Dining Table in the Karl Springer showroom in the 1980s.

Diam: 15 inches
H: 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory167

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Karl Springer Table Lamp With Solid Lucite Discs 1970s

Evan Lobel

Table lamp with solid lucite discs and polished chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The stacked lucite disks are very chic. Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.

Dimensions:
Diam: 9 inches
H: 26 inches (adjusts to 29 inches)
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.

$5,500

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Karl Springer Stunning "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished brass stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on front of stretcher). Brass has been polished and lacquered and newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 11 is a photo of this model bench titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD  ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH [page] 11”

W: 35 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered and seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

$12,000

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