Karl Springer Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Macassar Ebony 1980s - SOLD

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Rare set of 6 "Regency Arm Dining Chairs" in Macassar ebony with upholstered seats and backs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Elegant lines, superb materials and top notch craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs. These have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 1 shows this model chair with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD REGENCY ARMCHAIR (page) 1.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - Macassar ebony in very good condition, these have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs239

Karl Springer Rare Set of 4 Folding Chairs with Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Rare set of 4 folding chairs, beautifully crafted in polished brass and chrome with upholstered seats and backs, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished, chairs have been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. The craftsmanship of these chairs is superb and they are very comfortable.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo from the Karl Springer LTD showroom in NYC from the 1980’s which shows this model.

Each:
W: 19 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Very Good - metal has been professionally cleaned and polished, chairs have been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches in metal.

SOLD

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Pierre Paulin Rare and Important "Ribbon Chair" with Original Fabric 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare and important "Ribbon Chair", model F582, upholstered with original Jack Lenor Larsen "Momentum" fabric on an ebonized base by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1967 and distributed by Turner Ltd (signed on bottom). This is an early version in the original fabric which is exceedingly rare. This is as good as it gets!

Reference:
Charlotte Fiell and Peter Fiell, Modern Furniture Classics; Since 1945, London, 1991, pp. 97 and 108

Anne Chapoutot, Pierre Paulin: Un Univers de Formes, Paris, 1992, pp. 66-67

Charlotte Fiell and Peter Fiell, 1,000 Chairs, Cologne, 2000. p. 449

David A. Hanks, Anne H. Hoy and Martin P. Eidelberg, Design for Living: Furniture and Lighting 1950-2000, London, 2000, p. 96

W: 39 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 27 inches
Seat H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - base has been touched up by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Set of 4 Chic Game/Dining Chairs in Black Lacquer with Bone Inlays 1980s - SOLD

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Set of 4 high back game/dining chairs in high gloss black lacquer with bone inlays at top in the style of Karl Springer, custom design, American 1980's. These chairs are modeled on Karl Springer’s JMF Chair, with its curved seat and back. The seat is designed so it could take a cushion if desired. These chairs have been newly relacquered by Lobel Modern and are in like-new condition. They are super chic.

W: 18 inches
D: 17.5 inches
H: 39 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been newly relacquered and are in like-new condition.

SOLD

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Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa in Black Leather with Mahogany Legs 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

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Clean line sectional (2 piece) sofa upholstered in Edelman black leather with mahogany legs by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (signed with original label “furniture design by HARVEY PROBBER”). This sofa was recently reupholstered in black leather by Lobel Modern. It’s a classic design which is timeless.

Reference:
Harvey Probber 1950’s catalog titled “furniture design by Harvey Probber”, section “SEATING”, a photo of this sofa is shown on the page with the title “PHOTO 15”.

Provenance:
The Residence of Actress Julianne Moore

Dimensions as shown:
L: 93 inches left arm facing
L: 93 inches right arm facing
D: 33 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent condition - some small dents and marks in leather.

SOLD

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David Hicks Style Pair of Chic Upholstered Benches/Ottomans 1970s

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Pair of finely made fully upholstered benches/ottomans in a beautiful graphic velvet print in the manner of David Hicks, American 1970's. They have springs inside which goes to their high quality. These benches would be a beautiful accent in any room.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500 for the pair

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Artisan Pair Of Molded Lucite Barstools With Upholstered Seats 1970s

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Pair of molded lucite bar stools with chrome foot rests and upholstered seats, American 1970's. Seats newly reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern. These are made from a single sheet of lucite which is molded and cut. The simplicity of the design makes these very chic.

Dimensions:
D: 15.5 inches
W: 17.5 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Lucite cleaned and polished. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

$5,500 for the pair

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Karl Springer Cantilevered "Mushroom Bench" 1980s (signed) - SOLD

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"Mushroom Bench", cantilevered in polished stainless steel with upholstered leather seat, by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with Karl Springer metal label on bottom). A rare and beautiful Karl Springer design. 

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, there is a drawing of this design on page 49.

W: 21 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 15.5 inches

Condition: Very Good - some light scratches in metal from light use / spots on leather seat.

SOLD

ref: bench150

Vladimir Kagan Rare Iconic Set of 4 Sculpted Walnut Dining/Game Chairs 1950s - SOLD

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Set of 4 iconic and rare dining/game chairs model 175A in sculpted walnut with upholstered seats and backs by Vladimir Kagan, American 1950's. These stunning chairs have been refinished and newly upholstered in light blue velvet. They are extremely comfortable.

Reference:
The Complete Kagan, Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design with forward by Tom Ford published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2004, this model is shown on pages 89, 106, 107, and 113. It is shown in the original catalog on page 265.

W: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been newly refinished and reupholstered in blue velvet by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Set Of 4 Exceptional "Regency Arm Chairs" 1980s - SOLD

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Set of 4 "Regency Armchairs" in polished stainless steel with gold tinted brass back elements and black leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. The craftsmanship of this set of Regency Armchairs is off the charts. Considered one of Springer’s best chair designs, they are very chic. These are perfect as dining or game chairs.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 1 shows this model chair with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD REGENCY ARMCHAIR (page) 1”.

W: 21 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 26 inches

Condition: Very good - few small scratches in steel consistent with age and light use; some age and patina to black leather seats.

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Set of 8 Iconic Dining Chairs with Upholstered Center Back Panels 1950s - SOLD

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Set of 8 iconic and refined dining chairs (models 162 and 162A) in mahogany with tapering legs with upholstered seats and center back panels by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These chairs are a timeless Parzinger design. Newly refinished and reupholstered in a super chic fabric.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals catalog published in the 1960’s shows these models in the seating section.

Dimensions for Arm Chairs:
W: 21.5 inches
D:  23 inches
H:  35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Arm H: 22.5 inches

Dimensions for Side Chairs:
W: 20 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly refinished and reupholstered.

SOLD

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Pace Collection Desk/Vanity Chair With Swiveling Lucite Seat 1970s - SOLD

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Sculptural desk/vanity chair  No. 171 with swiveling lucite seat and cushion on polished aluminum base by I. M. Rosen for The Pace Collection, American 1970's. This chair is very chic. New cushion by Lobel Modern.

W: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Vladimir Kagan Rare "Lotus Desk Chair" in Molded Lucite 1970s - SOLD

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Rare "Lotus Desk Chair" model 7003 in molded curved lucite with upholstered seat and back with chrome base incorporating a tilt and swivel mechanism by Vladimir Kagan, American 1970's. Polished chrome fittings on the exterior of the lucite shell. This desk chair is super chic and very comfortable.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan catalog published in the 1970’s shows this desk chair with the description: “Contoured plexiglass shell with oval padded back rest. Seat of polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Tilt-swivel pedestal with four prong castor base available in chrome, satin brass or antique brass.”

W: 20.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Very good - few light scratches in lucite. Few small spots in fabric at front edge.

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Chic Pair of Swiveling Upholstered Lounge Chairs 1960s - SOLD

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Rare pair of swiveling upholstered barrel back lounge chairs model no. 177 with hand-turned wood accents and cross stretchers by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960s These chairs are extremely chic and comfortable.

Reference:
PARZINGER ORIGINALS INC paper catalog published in the 1960’s, a drawing of this model chair is shown with “#177” written below. This model was typically made with a stationary base. These were customized with the same swivel base with cross stretchers shown with model #211 shown underneath it.

Dimensions for each:
W: 26 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent - wood has been refinished.

SOLD

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Gio Ponti Rare and Important Pair of Lounge Chairs 1940s (COA from Ponti Archive) - SOLD

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Rare and important pair of high back lounge chairs with wood frames and upholstered seats and backs by Gio Ponti and fabricated by Ariberto Colombo, Cantu, Italy 1940's. These chairs are beautifully made with exceptional attention paid to every detail. They are stunning.

Reference:
These come with Certificate of Authenticity (Expertise) from the Gio Pointi Archives, Numbered and Dated, showing images of these chairs and the ones published in Lo Stile alongside.

Reference:
This model chair was published in “Lo Stile” (The Style) in July 1946 and the photo is shown on the COA.

W: 30 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 44 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition:  Excellent - minor scratches in wood consistent with age.

SOLD

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Jules Leleu Pair of Art Deco Side Chairs in Green Sateen 1940s (Each Numbered) - SOLD

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Pair of Art Deco side chairs in mahogany newly upholstered green sateen with brass sabots by Jules Leleu, France 1940's (numbered on upper legs “15467” and “15468”). These beautifully proportioned chairs are little jewels.

Reference:
The House of Leleu, Classic French Style for a Modern World 1920-1973 under the direction of Francoise Siriex and published by Hudson Hills Press, on page 55 is a photo of this model chair along with “Dresser no. 3541 for Mr. Zustrassen, 1947”.

Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 31.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent: Refinished and reupholstered.

SOLD

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Edward Wormley Chic Tufted Desk Chair in Leather 1954 (Signed) - SOLD

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Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 with original gray leather on a mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954 (signed “DUNBAR - Berne Indiana” on original metal label on bottom of chair). This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable. It’s a luxurious design.

Reference:
Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.

W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 36 inches
SH: 19 inches (adjustable)

Condition: Very Good - Some creases in original leather upholstery consistent with age. Base has been refinished. Castors have been replaced with the same model new.

SOLD

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Karl Springer "H Benches" in White Lacquer 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of "H Benches" in white lacquer with upholstered seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1970's. New cushions by Lobel Modern in a gray fabric. These are being sold individually or you can purchase the pair.

W: 42 inches
D: 13 inches
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Sculptural Bench in Stainless Steel with Suede Seat Cushion 1980s - SOLD

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Rare and exceptional large "Curved End Sculpture Bench" in seamlessly welded stainless steel by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Original cushion replaced with a new suede cushion fabricated by Lobel Modern. The scale of this bench is impressive; and the craftsmanship is superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 12, titled “KARL SPRINGER CURVED END SCULPTURE BENCH (page) 12”

W: 65 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 22 inches Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - new suede cushion by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: bench154

Karl Springer Beautifully Crafted "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

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"Round Leg Lucite Bench" with thick solid lucite legs with polished brass stretcher and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This bench is meticulously crafted and an iconic Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 11, titled “KARL SPRINGER ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH (page) 11”

W: 27 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: bench156