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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.
Lobel Modern
Elegant curved back lounge chair with solid brass legs, Italian 1950's. This has been newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in a beautiful blue/gray fabric. It is extremely chic and comfortable.
W: 28 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
$6,000
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Rare and important “Male and Female Torso” table lamps in Hydro Stone plaster on patinated bronze bases by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed "PK LaVerne" on both bases). These table lamps have been finished with a patina that makes them look like excavated sculptures and are very impressive. As many of the LaVerne's pieces reference historical civilizations, these reference ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. New custom shades provided by Lobel Modern. These have been newly rewired with new bronze sockets and silk cord. There is a switch on the back of each lamp which turns both sockets on and off at the same time.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these lamps are shown on pages 231 in the section titled Other Materials. The caption reads, “MALE AND FEMALE TORSO table lamps in Hydro-Stone plaster that have been patinated by hand to resemble ancient sculptures with patinated bronze bases were created in the 1970s. These lamps are an homage to classical Greco-Roman torso sculptures.”
Provenance:
The Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 16 inches
D: 11 inches
H: 36.5 inches (Adjustable to 39 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 11 inches
Condition: Excellent - new lampshades. These have been newly rewired with new bronze sockets and silk cord.
$45,000 for the pair
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"T-Style Console Table" covered in two-tone lacquered linen with 3 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970’s. A classic Springer design, meticulously made in the finest materials. Drawers lined in moire silk.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “D” “desks and consoles”, a photo of this model is shown on page 7 with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD T-STYLE CONSOLE (page) 7”
W: 60 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
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Pair of elegant curved back lounge chairs with solid brass legs, Italian 1950's. These have been newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in a beautiful blue/gray fabric. They are extremely chic and comfortable.
H: 32 inches
W: 28 inches
D: 30 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Ref: loungechairs211
Impressive console table in taupe and brown mirror lacquered goatskin with racetrack top and curved sides by Karl Springer, American 1980. Dated on bottom. This table exemplifies the impeccable craftsmanship of Karl Springer.
W: 60.5 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been cleaned and polished.
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Hand-thrown earthenware table lamp with craquele glaze and brass hardware by Jean Besnard for Emile-Jacques Ruhlman, France 1940's (signed on bottom “JB FRANCE”). New custom shade comes with lamp. This lamp is wonderfully executed and a timeless design.
Reference:
Florence Camard, Ruhlmann, Master of Art Deco, New York, 1984, p. 149 for a similar example and p. 159
Provenance:
Private Collection, New York
Dimensions:
Base Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 23.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 13.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Beautifully made side table in two tone chocolate brown embossed crocodile leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. We can customize it to a lower height if desired. The artisanship and materials are superb. Even the bottom of the table is completely finished with matching lacquer.
W: 33.5 inches
D: 24.5 inches
H: 27.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500
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Early and rare game table with backgammon board in embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's (remnants of old Karl Springer leather label on bottom).
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Brown Paper Catalog published in the 1970’s, page 17 shows a photo of this model.
W: 41 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been completely restored.
SOLD
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Large hand-blown glass vanity mirror with brass accents by Seguso Vetri D’Arte, Murano Italy, 1981 (signed S.V.d ‘A Albarelli 981 on bottom). This mirror is exquisite and beautifully made.
W: 13.5 inches
D: 11 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - small signs of wear consistent with age
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted centerpiece with base in polished sterling silver and top in gilt sterling by Stuart Devlin, England 1970's (stamped “SD” on bottom). Hallmarked for Stuart Devlin, London, Sterling Silver. This piece is simply stunning. Devlin, was a metal artisan whose works reflect a strong sense of Modernist refinement.
Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 4 inches
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been professionally cleaned and polished.
$9,500
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IWC Portuguese Perpetual Calendar Watch, reference IW502119, 18K rose gold case on a brown alligator strap with a deployment clasp, automatic movement with moon phase, perpetual calendar, power reserve and date complications, black dial, smooth bezel, display back, sapphire crystal, size: 44mm, thickness: 16mm. Very good condition with box and papers.
Diam 44mm, thickness: 16mm
SOLD
Large Burmese bronze Karen rain drum with intricate decoration on the top and around the body of the drum with four triple piggy-backed frogs. These drums are also referred to as frog drums and have been used for hundreds of years in various tribal rituals in south East Asia, especially so among the Karen people of Thailand and Burma for a number of different ceremonial rituals, East Asia early-20th century. We also have a smaller version of this table for sale. This table is an incredible art piece.
Diam: 30 inches
H: 21 inches
Condition: Very good. Light marks and scratches consistent with age.
SOLD
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Hublot Classic Fusion Watch Reference 521.OX.1180.LR.1104, 18K rose gold case on an alligator and rubber strap with a deployment stainless steel clasp, automatic movement with chronograph and date complications, diamond and fixed bezel, black dial, closed back, sapphire crystal. Excellent condition with box and papers.
Diam 45mm, thickness: 13mm
SOLD
Elegant bar cabinet in mahogany with polished brass pulls and legs with drop down front and illuminated interior by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (signed “Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber, Fall River, Massachusetts” on label inside drawer). There is a cork lined drawer at the top. New LED light installed by Lobel Modern. Wood has been refinished and brass has been replated, polished and lacquered. This is a stunning Harvey Probber cabinet, with beautiful proportions and superb materials.
W: 42 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 43.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished and brass has been replated, polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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Stunning wall mounted illuminating circular mirror model No. 2349 in 24 karat gold-plated brass with molded crystals around the perimeter by Palme & Walter, Germany 1960’s (signed with original label on back). This mirror is extremely luxurious and gives off a lovely glow. Metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered. It has also been rewired.
Diam: 19.5 inches
D: 3 inches
Condition: Excellent - metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered. Rewired.
$8,500
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Clean line console table in textured white leather with chrome stud design by Lobel Originals, American ca. 2010 (signed with metal label on bottom). This table is meticulously crafted.
W: 48 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Condition: Very good - some minor indentations in leather on top.
$7,500
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Rare pair of Cube Tables in hand-welded steel with beautiful polychrome enamels and gilding with inset cleft slate top by Paul Evans, American 1968 (signed “PE 68” on bottom corner). These iconic tables are extremely versatile and can be used as side tables or coffee tables. They are finished on all sides and each one is a unique work of art.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, this model is shown on the top of page 72.
Provenance:
Purchased by Lobel Modern from original owners as part of a large collection of Paul Evans originally located in Los Angeles.
Each:
W: 14 inches
D: 14 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - slate tops have been professionally cleaned.
SOLD
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Exceptional and rare “Fragonard Pierced” Coffee Table in patinated, engraved and pierced bronze and pewter, intricately cut with enamel cloisonne and gold and copper leaf with an inset glass top, by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). These tables were cut by Kelvin's hand. This series always included Chinese figures with at least one animal. The delicate fretwork is a marvel. An inset glass top is part of the design.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this coffee table is shown on pages 85 in the section Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The 1960s FRAGONARD PIERCED coffee table is one of the most extraordinary designs in the Historical Civlization Series as it combines extremely difficult aspects of the LaVernes’ artisanship. The pierced bronze tabletops were cut by Kelvin’s hand. This process was time-consuming, very delicate and often with hand-applied gold and copper leaf over the competed floral filigree. The tops of this series always contain Asian figures and at least one animal colored with enamel cloisonne that added depth.”
W: 60 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
$28,000
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Stunning 4 door credenza model PE-40A in hand-welded steel with hand-painted polychrome enamels and gilding featuring bi-fold doors with red colored interior and cleft slate tops by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1968 (signed “PE 68”). These artisan pieces by Paul Evans are pure art. Each one is unique in its own way.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, the original ad for this cabinet is shown on page 75 and another example of this cabinet is shown on pages 77.
Provenance:
Purchased by Lobel Modern from original owners as part of a large collection of Paul Evans originally located in Los Angeles.
Dimensions:
W: 72 inches D: 20.5 inches H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of "Purcell Sconces" in polished brass with illuminating molded lucite inserts by Karl Springer, 1980's. These are beautifully made and the combination of materials is chic.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980s, in the section titled “lighting” there is a photo of this model scone with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PURCELL SCONCE”.
Dimensions for each:
W: 16.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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