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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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Pair of boxy club chairs in white vinyl with polished chrome frames by Milo Baughman, American 1970's. Upholstered in white vinyl.
W: 30 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 25 inches
Condition: Excellent - very light wear consistent with age
SOLD
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Set of 4 dining/game chairs model no 935 in walnut and rosewood with upholstered seats by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963 (original Dunbar labels on bottom). These chairs are meticulously crafted with beautiful materials.
W: 24.5 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000 for the set
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Upholstered lounge chair model 1721 with frame in walnut by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. This chair has been refinished and reupholstered in luxurious gray velvet. The meticulous craftsmanship and elegance of this chair are emblematic of Robsjohn-Gibbings’ designs.
W: 24 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 18.5
Arm H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Chaise Lounge No. 1708 upholstered in pale blue linen with walnut frame designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. This is an iconic design by one of America’s most important mid-century designers.
W: 75 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Stylish desk chair in teak with ladder back and seat reupholstered in vinyl, Denmark 1950's (stamped "Made in Denmark"). Original matching desk sold separately.
W: 23 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
$2,500
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Pair of upholstered arm chairs with frames in tessellated brass and chrome by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, Cityscape Collection, American 1970's (chairs retain original upholstery tags and are signed in the metal "Paul Evans").
W: 24.5 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 34 inches
SOLD
Condition: Good- Metal shows wear and patina as is typical with Cityscape pieces. Leather in excellent condition.
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Curvaceous chaise in calf skin with orange stitching, Italian 1990's. This chaise is very comfortable.
W: 75.5 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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Rare and iconic "Contour Chaise Lounge", model 170C, with splayed walnut legs and upholstered seat and arms by Vladimir Kagan, American 1950's. This chaise is extremely comfortable and is a wonderful example of Kagan’s mastery of organic design.
W: 60 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Set of 8 barrel back dining chairs, with silver leaf frames and upholstered seats and backs, custom design, American 1970's. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. These chairs are extremely chic and very comfortable.
W: 21 inches
D: 25.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Set of 8 dining chairs, 2 arm chairs and 6 sides, models 1048 & 1048A, in mahogany with upholstered seats and back by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. This is an iconic Harvey Probber design. Refinished and reupholstered by Lobel Modern.
These dining chairs were part of the retrospective at the New York School of Interior Design: “Making Connections: Harvey Probber Furniture 1945-85” which opened February 20, 2020. Evan Lobel was Associate Curator.
W: 18.5 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 39 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 25 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Lounge chair No. 1427A with aluminum frame and diamond tufted seat and back by Harvey Probber, American 1960’s. Refinished and reupholstered by Lobel Modern.
This lounge chair was part of the retrospective at the New York School of Interior Design: “Making Connections: Harvey Probber Furniture 1945-85” which opened February 20, 2020. Evan Lobel was associate curator.
W: 27 inches
D: 27.5 inches
H: 28.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
$6,500
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Pair of upholstered club chairs model WMP with bases in walnut by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. Frames refinished in high gloss. Chairs reupholstered in Pollock “Chock A Block” mohair. This is a timeless Robsjohn-Gibbings design.
W: 29.5 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of X benches with tubular chrome bases and upholstered seats attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. These benches are beautifully made.
W: 22.5 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 20 inches
$6,500 for the pair
Condition: Excellent
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Clean line lounge chair in polished chrome with upholstered seat and back by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in brown velvet. This is a classic Milo Baughman design.
W: 29 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent - few light scratches
SOLD
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Upholstered "High Low" multilevel seating area (model 7070) on lucite legs with rolling “Lounge” bench on castors (model 7075) which slides underneath by Vladimir Kagan, Omnibus Collection, American 1977 (signed with original labels). This is a unique Kagan design.
Dimensions:
High Low (model 7070):
W: 74 inches
D: 30 inches
Lower Seat H: 18.5 inches
Higher Seat H: 28.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches to top of bolster
Lounge with Casters (model 7075):
W: 72 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 14.5 inches
Seat H: 13.5 inches
Condition: Very good - lucite is in excellent condition / fabric is original with some spotting
SOLD
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Set of 6 upholstered “CLOS” dining chairs, model 7100, with lucite bases by Vladimir Kagan, American 1975 (signed with original labels). Hidden castors under the backs of the chairs make these very easy to move around. A chic Vladimir Kagan design.
W: 20 inches
D: 25 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches
H: 39 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Fine set of 4 dining/game chairs in brass with stitched leather sling seats, American 1970's. The combination of camel color leather with brass is very chic.
W: 19 inches
D: 22 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
H: 34 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large sectional sofa, upholstered with lucite bases, by Vladimir Kagan, Omnibus Collection, American 1975 (signed with original labels). This sofa is completely modular with 2 corners units, 2 armless chairs (which can be inserted into the sofa or stand alone), 1 High-Low unit, 1 Lounge Bench on Exposed Castors which slides under the High-Low, and 1 ottoman. There are numerous combinations that can be made with these pieces (see photos for a few options). The lucite bases give the impression that the sofa is floating above the ground. It’s a remarkable and iconic Kagan design.
Dimensions:
2 Corner pieces (model 7071-60):
W: 60 inches
D: 60 inches
Seat D: 34 inches
H: 28 inches to top of pillows
Seat H: 18.5
2-Armless Chairs (model 7073-30)
W: 30 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 28 inches to top of pillows
Seat H: 18.5
1-High Low (model 7070):
W: 74 inches
D: 30 inches
Lower Seat H: 18.5 inches
Higher Seat H: 28.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches to top of bolster
1-Lounge W/Exposed Casters (model 7075):
W: 72 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 14.5 inches
Seat H: 13.5 inches
1-Ottoman (model 7080):
W: 35 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Very Good - fabric is original with some wear and discolorations. Lucite is in great shape - no breaks or cracks.
SOLD
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Exceptional “Parsons Style Backgammon Table” in embossed beige lizard leather and inset chrome with interior backgammon board including game pieces and matching pair of “Onassis Chairs” with upholstered seats by Karl Springer, American 1994 (signed and dated on both chairs and table “Karl Springer 1994”). Backgammon board is made of leather. These came from a private collection in New York.
Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, “ONASSIS CHAIR” is shown on pages 7 and 8. Section “game and backgammon tables”, “PARSONS STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE” is shown on page 3.
Backgammon Table:
W:44 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Pair of Chairs - Each:
W: 24 inches
D: 19 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 26 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Polaris Arm Chair" with tea glazed silver leaf frame and newly upholstered in Scalamandre blue mohair by Karl Springer, American ca 1985. This chair is extremely luxurious.
W: 22.5 inches
D: 25 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Arm H: 26 inches
H: 35 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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