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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 "Half Round Molding Mirror" in Lacquered Gold Leaf 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Half Round Molding Mirror" in mirror lacquered gold leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror is the epitome of glamor. Hangs on a wire on the back. Mirror is beveled. A beautiful Karl Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Ltd Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 4 shows this model mirror , top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD HALF ROUND MOLDING MIRROR (page) 4”.

Diam: 48 inches
D: 3.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: mirror316

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags MIRRORS 2, KARLSPRINGER15

Karl Springer Set of 3 Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s

Evan Lobel

Set of 3 candle holders in polished brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Beautifully made, these iconic Springer candle holders would complement any interior.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, Section “lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK   (page) 18” shows this model in the top left photograph.

Dimensions for Each:
Diam: 8 inches
H Small: 13 inches / with candle shown 18 inches
H Medium: 16 inches / with candle shown 21 inches
H Large: 20 inches / with candle shown 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500 for the set

ref: accessory241

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER15, CANDLEHOLDERS / CANDELABRA

Fratelli Toso Pair of Handblown Glass Table Lamps 1950s - SOLD

Eric McNatt

Fratelli Toso 85 red murrhines tablelamps287.jpg

Pair of rare and exceptional handblown glass table lamps with red and black murrhines by Fratelli Toso, Murano Italy, 1950's. Thick lucite bases added by Lobel Modern

Diam: 7 inches
Shade Diam: 16 inches
H: 37.5 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent / rewired

Ref: tablelamps287

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 10

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Fantasia" coffee table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and stunning "Fantasia Coffee Table" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter in a repeating abstract motif with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top of table). The Fantasia design is one of the LaVernes’ most modern. This table is a gem.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Fantasia motif is discussed in the introduction and is shown on pages 117-119 in the section The Abstract Series. The caption reads, “Hand inlaid bronze forming a weave of geometric symmetry - ever refracting light…”

W: 44 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable569

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 5, sold tables 16

Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest of Drawers with Etched Brass Pulls 1950s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Superbly crafted high chest of drawers in mahogany with etched brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed "Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). The restrained elegance of this piece is classic Parzinger. Refinished by Lobel Modern and brass pulls have been newly polished and lacquered.

W: 51 inches
D: 17.5 inches
H: 54 inches

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been professionally refinished by Lobel Modern. Pulls have been newly polished and lacquered. In like new condition.

$15,000

ref: chestofdrawers179

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categories CASE PIECES
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, CHESTS OF DRAWERS

Georges Pelletier Style Hand-Thrown and Decorated Ceramic Table Lamp 1970s

Evan Lobel

Hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with yellow and brown glazes and perforations, incised line patterns, circles and sun motifs in the style of Georges Pelletier, France 1970's. Brand new custom string shade made to complement this lamp. Pelletier’s ceramic lamps combine organic design with elevated aestheticism. Newly rewired for American bulbs with new brass socket assembly with cord.

Dimensions:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 26.5 inches
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 11.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - new custom string shade. Newly rewired for American bulbs with new brass socket assembly with cord.

$5,500

ref:tablelamp339

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categories LIGHTING
tags TABLE LAMP SINGLE 4

Pair of Superb 6 Panel Chinese Screens Sold Through Karl Springer 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of impressive custom order 6 panel screens (12 panels total) with continuous scene, black lacquer with carved Chinese scene with opulent gold and multicolor enamels with brass sabots and hinges, sold through the Karl Springer NYC showroom, 1980's. Backs of screens are beautifully executed with bamboo and flower imagery. The quality of execution of these screens is incredible. Karl Springer sold Chinese screens in his showrooms (photos in the Lobel Modern archive). This pair of screens is the best we have ever seen.

Dimensions:
W: 215 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 95 inches

Dimensions of each:
W: 107.5 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 95 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: screen24

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER8, Sold Other Items 3

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Chan Boucher" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Chan Boucher" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on table top with original paper gallery label on bottom). This table is extremely sophisticated and the coloration is superb.

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 this table is shown on pages 44-45 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “CHAN BOUCHER coffee table was created in the 1960s, as part of the Chan table series that was among the most popular of the LaVernes’ designs. Made in various shapes, the tables were easy to place in interiors of any style. The French ribbon legs on this model make it a standout.”


W: 54 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable101

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 4, sold tables 16

Artisan Patinated Copper Table Lamp 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Artisan hand-forged table lamp, tapering square form with matching shade, in patinated copper, American 1970's. This lamp came from a home with lots of Paul Evans and other artists. Though we are unsure who made it, it’s incredible.

W: 8 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 30 inches
Shade Diam: 20 inches
Shade H: 11 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

ref: tablelamp315

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 10

Tommi Parzinger One-of-a-Kind Bar Cabinet in White Ash Burl with Inlays 1960s

Evan Lobel

One of a kind custom design raised 4 door bar cabinet with doors in white ash burl with satinwood inlays with etched polished brass pulls and base in solid ash by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's. There is an illuminated bar on left side with interior in antiqued glass. On the right is storage with pull out ice bucket tray in antiqued glass. The illuminated bar on the left side has doors that slide into the case so that it can be left open during parties. Drawer glides have been replaced with new self closing glides by Lobel Modern. Drawers lined with cork. This impressive piece is an absolute show stopper!!! The meticulous construction, fine materials, and attention to detail are superb. This cabinet comes apart into 2 pieces (top and base) for shipping. The grid inlays on the front are in excellent condition - any variations are due to the lighting.

W: 96 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 71 inches

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern. New antiqued glass, LED light inside the bar compartment and new self closing glides on drawers by Lobel Modern.

$45,000

ref: cabinet73

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categories CASE PIECES
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, CABINETS, BARS

Carol Canner Mirror with Hand-Set Lead 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Artisan "Colonial Arch Mirror", model 8023, with mirrors hand-set in lead designed by Carol Canner for Carvers Guild, American 1976 (signed and dated on back).

W: 33.5 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 53 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: mirror285

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags Sold Beds / Mirrors 3

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Wall-Hanging Chan Painting 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique wall-hanging Chan painting, with center panel inset in an assymmetrical frame with uninterrupted figural motif, in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied enamels and gold leaf by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed Philip Kelvin LaVerne). There is a metal cleat on the back for hanging. This piece is both large and stunning.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this Chan painting is shown on page 53 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “This CHAN engraved painting with assymetrical framing was made in the 1960s. The LaVernes experimented with assymetry in several works. Here, the Chan motif continues uninterrupted over the assymetrical frame.”

Diameter: 47 inches
Depth: 1 inch

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: sculpture173

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categories ART
tags sold Art 7, Laverne 6

Paul Evans Iconic "Faceted Dining Table" in Walnut Burl and Polished Brass 1970 - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Iconic "Faceted Dining Table" in walnut burl and polished brass with thick glass top by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, ca 1970. This is one of Evans’ most sought after designs, and this piece is a true work of art. This piece can accommodate any size glass top.

Reference:
Paul Evans, Designer and Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer Publishing in 2012, this model is shown on page 116 with the reference, “Faceted Dining Table”.

Dimensions for Base:
W: 53 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 32 inches

Dimensions for Glass Top as shown:
W: 84 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 0.5 inches

Condition:  Very Good - some small dents and scratches consistent with age.

$35,000

Ref: diningtable195

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categories TABLES
tags PAULEVANS2, DINING / GAME 2

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres" 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of large illuminating hand-blown “Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres” with scavo finish and uplights inside by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale of these lamps is very impressive. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, shows a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS TABLE TOP TORCHERE”.

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 15 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Diam of Base: 8 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps447

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER15, table lamp pairs 3

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

Evan Lobel

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

Ref: chairs29

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

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

Evan Lobel

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

Ref: deskchair37

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categories SEATING
tags EDWARDWORMLEY2, sold seating12

Frank Stella "Swan Engraving III" Etching 1982 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Impressive large framed "Swan Engraving III" etching, aquatint, and collagraph from Swan Engravings, on TGL handmade paper, signed and dated in pencil and numbered 24/30 by Frank Stella, American 1982. There were also 10 artist's proofs. Printed by Rodney Konopaki; printed by Bob Cross; published by Tyler Graphics Ltd with blindstamp. Sheet (Irregular): 66 1/2 × 51 1/2in. (168.9 × 130.8 cm) This work is incredibly dynamic and a wonderful example of this artist’s work. This work is in numerous collections including the Whitney Museum.

Provenance:
Private Collection New Jersey

Framed in chrome with linen matting:
W: 55 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 70 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: print24

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categories ART
tags sold Art 7

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres" 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of large illuminating hand-blown “Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres” with scavo finish and uplights inside by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale of these lamps is very impressive. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, shows a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS TABLE TOP TORCHERE”.

Diam: 14.5 inches
H: 25.5 inches
Diam of Base: 8 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps447

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categories LIGHTING
tags table lamp pairs 3, KARLSPRINGER15

Swing Arm Reading Lamp by Koch & Lowy 1970s - SOLD

Eric McNatt

Reading lamp in polished chrome with swing arm design by Koch & Lowy, American 1970's (signed “Koch + Lowy” on neck). Lamp is adjustable, when arm is fully extended it is 26 inches long. 

H: 41.5 inches
W: 18.5 inches
D: 10 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: floorlamp163

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 10

Karl Springer "Round Leg Etagere" in Solid Lucite and Steel 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Round Leg Etagere" in solid lucite and brushed and polished steel with 5 customized glass shelves by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of this piece is superb with polished steel supports under the glass. While this design was more often done with coffee tables and benches, very few etageres were ever made. There is a glass shelf on the top.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 2 of this section shows the table version of the same design with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD ROUND LEG TWO-TIER COFFEE TABLE (page) 2”.

W: 48 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 74 inches

Condition: Excellent

$28,000

ref: etagere19

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categories CASE PIECES
tags KARLSPRINGER15, ETAERES / SHELVES