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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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Exceptional coffee table in book-matched Italian burled walnut with sculptural legs and brass fittings by Ico Parisi (Italy) for M. Singer & Sons, American 1950's. This table is a tour-de-force of design.
W: 59 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptional "Chan" dining table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand painted colorful enamels by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's (signed on table top "PHILIP KELVIN LAVERNE"). The beautiful pedestal bases are done in patinated bronze and pewter with rich enamel cloisonne. The coloration and condition are extraordinary. This is a work of art.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 49 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture design.”
Provenance:
Private Collection Long Island, New York
W: 76 inches
D: 44 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare game table in tessellated walnut burl and chrome with removeable chess / checkers board on top by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1970's (signed on leg). Under the board is black felt for playing cards. This was a special order table and is the only one we have seen.
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent. Light scratches on chrome consistent with age.
SOLD
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Pair of "Eternal Forest" coffee tables in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with subtle hand painted enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1972 (both signed Philip + Kelvin LaVerne on top). These rare tables are incredible works of art with their elegant organic repeating motifs.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, Eternal Forest tables are shown on pages 120-121 in the section titled The Abstract Series. The caption reads, “Created in the 1960s, the ETERNAL FOREST table is described in the Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III catalog, published in the 1970s: ”Symbol of the continuity of life and growth, a peaceful unending forest stands before us. Hand-sculptured of bronze and pewter, with delicate tones of natural patinas.”
Each:
Diam: 42.25
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Elegant “Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in Chinese red lacquered linen by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The subtle shape, color and craftsmanship of this table are superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 6 of this section there is a photo of this mode with the heading “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE CUBE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 6”.
W: 47 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - this has been newly lacquered and is in like-new condition.
$12,000
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Important and rare “Sculpture Top Coffee Table” in welded and patinated steel, color pigments, 24 karat gold leaf with glass top by Paul Evans, American 1973 (signed “Paul Evans 73’ on side). This was custom made to be a coffee table—it is extremely rare. Most of these welded panels were designed for cabinets or wall hanging flat sculpture panels. An extraordinary example of Paul Evans’ artistic genius.
Documentation:
Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, 2014, similar examples are shown on pages 160 and 161.
Base Dimensions:
W: 42 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 16 inches
Glass top currently fits top however a larger pieces of glass can be made for larger specs.
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Parsons Style Backgammon Table" in 2-tone embossed lizard leather with backgammon table under lift-off cover with game pieces by Karl Springer, American 1990 (leather label on bottom reads “Karl Springer 1990”). This table is meticulously crafted in the finest materials.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Sculptural coffee table, thick lucite slab with supporting perpendicular rod and glass top, American 1970's
H: 16 inches
Glass top: 42 inches square as shown but this base can take a larger top or a round top 36 inches or larger
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Ming Console Table" covered in midnight brown fine lacquered linen by Karl Springer, American 1995 (signed on bottom with metal label which reads "Karl Springer"). This table is meticulously crafted.
W: 60 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Early coffee table in mahogany with curved edge design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1940's (retains early metal Dunbar tag on bottom). These molded and curved edges would be revisited again in the 1950's in Wormley's famous Janus Collection.
W: 34 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 14 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Pair of large free form coffee tables with stalagmite lucite bases and thick glass tops attributed to Lion in Frost, American 1970's. These tables are different heights so one can cantilever over the other if desired. They are a big scale and would look stunning in the right space.
Tops As Shown:
W: 106 inches (cantilevered)
D: 36 inches
Left Table:
Base:
W: 27 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 19.5 inches
Glass:
W: 58 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: .5 inch
Right Table:
Base:
W: 23 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 13.5 inches
Glass:
W: 58 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: .5 inch
Condition: Excellent - few light scratches
$12,500 for the pair
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Rare and important "Wave Crest" sculpture in hand-brazed and textured patinated bronze with glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1972 (signed in 2 places). The LaVernes were often inspired by nature and the sea specifically. Kelvin summered on Fire Island and the ocean there inspired this design. The LaVernes’ hand-brazed artworks are rare and noteworthy.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 195 in the section titled The Brazed Series. Below the photo is an in depth discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne.
With Glass Top:
W: 60 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches
Base Only:
W: 42 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 15 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and important welded steel and brass round Patchwork coffee table with applied polychrome finish and original thick glass top by Paul Evans Studio, American 1960's. There are only a few examples of this model known to exist. It’s an incredible work of art.
Reference:
Paul Evans Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle (Ed.) published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, page 173 shows a Patchwork sculpture using the same technique.
Diam: 48 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Round "Tao Shelf" side table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied colorful enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). Retains original paper gallery label on bottom. The artisanship involved in making every one of these tables is extraordinary.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 58 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “Another variation of the TAO series is the TAO SHELF table that dates from the 1960s. The top is engraved with colors while the lower shelf showcases the LaVerne patina.”
Diam: 28 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Sculptural coffee table in tesselated stone with brass inlays and inset glass top by Maitland Smith, 1970's (signed on bottom with medallion)
W: 5 feet
D: 30.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Knife edge dining table in lacquered goatskin on 2 sculptural bases by Aldo Tura, Italian 1970's (original sticker on bottom reads "AT made in Italy")
W: 6 feet 10.5 inches
D: 43 inches
H: 29 in.
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Large "Chan #142” coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted colorful enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). Retains original paper gallery label on bottom (see pic). This table is in wonderful condition. A timeless LaVerne design.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, The Chan Series is discussed at length in the introduction and tables are shown on pages 44-49 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture design.”
Diam: 47.5 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptional “Square Leg Game Table” in polished gunmetal and brass with light gray embossed lizard leather inset top panels with backgammon board under removable cover by Karl Springer, American 1970’s. This piece, combining meticulous metal craftsmanship with incredible skin workmanship, represents the best of Karl Springer. Comes with original game pieces and cups.
W: 34 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - metal and leather have been completely restored.
SOLD
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Round side table covered in platinum embossed lizard leather with bronze studs around top and legs by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals, American 2021.
Diam: 16 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: New
SOLD
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Rare pair of black steel bedside tables, model 6008, with teak drawers with rosewood pulls and glass tops by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960 (Dunbar metal tag in drawer). These were only made for a brief period. As with all Dunbar furniture, they are beautifully made.
W: 26 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 20 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - refinished.
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