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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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Beautifully crafted 3 door credenza in high gloss mahogany with exquisite etched nickel pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's. This piece exudes refinement and elegance in a way only Parzinger could create.
Provenance:
Private Collection Park Ave NYC
W: 61.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Artisan large pair of table lamps in stacked slabs of solid lucite with chrome fittings, sockets and silk cord. American, 1970's. These lamps have a nice scale. Lucite been professionally cleaned and polished. It is perfectly clear. Chrome has been replated and polished with new sockets. Rewiring with silk cords by Lobel Modern.
H: 29 inches
W: 6 inches
D: 6 inches
Shade H: 10 inches
Shade W: 16 inches
Shade D: 10 inches
Condition: Excellent - Lucite been professionally cleaned and polished.. It is clear. Chrome has been replated and polished with new sockets. Rewiring with silk cords by Lobel Modern.
$7,500 for the pair
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Pair of elegant and sculptural table lamps, diamond shaped with faceted lucite columns and chrome hardware, by Les Prismatiques, American 1970's. These lamps are stunning. Lucite has been professionally cleaned and polished. All chrome has been professionally cleaned and polished. Rewired with new sockets and line switches.
Dimensions for each:
W: 8.5 inches D: 4.5 inches
H: 29 inches (adjustable to 32 inches)
Shade W: 16 inches
Shade D: 10 inches Shade H: 10 inches
Condition: Excellent - Lucite has been professionally cleaned and polished. All chrome has been professionally cleaned and polished. Rewired with new sockets and line switches.
SOLD
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Pair of hand carved table lamps with Chinese figures decorated in gold leaf and white gold leaf by James Mont, American 1950's. New custom silk shades by Lobel Modern. These iconic Mont lamps are very chic.
W: 12 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 27 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500 for the pair
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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
$5,500
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Pair of elegant brass table lamps, each with 2 lights, in the style of Tommi Parzinger, American 1950's These lamps are very chic.
W: 10 inches / 11 inches with shades
D: 3.5 inches / 4 inches with shades
H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$4,500 for the pair
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Set of 4 "Plunging Neckline" dining/game chairs by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, American 1950's. Refinished and newly upholstered in white leather. These chairs are both very chic and comfortable.
W: 21 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered.
$8,000 for the set
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Cruet set with base in red lacquered goatskin with inset rosewood coasters and stainless steel containers and hardware by Aldo Tura it comes with Steuben Sterling silver spoon, Italy 1970's (signed on bottom with Tura label). This is a rare and very beautiful accessory to any dining table.
Diam: 7 inches
H: 6.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$2,500 for the set
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Pair of rare and stunning "Classic Mirrors" in double beveled and reverse etched glass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These mirrors are considered one of Springer’s best designs. Incredibly complex and hand-crafted, these are absolute show stoppers.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “mirrors”, on page 10 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD CLASSIC MIRROR…..(page) 10”.
Each:
W: 39 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 61 inches
Condition: Very Good - small inclusion in glass on left side of one mirror
SOLD
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Iconic "Free Form Table", kidney shaped in seamlessly welded polished gold-tinted brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is the epitome of superb craftsmanship. It can be used as either a coffee table or side table. Professionally polished and relacquered by Lobel Modern.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables and bar carts”, section “H”, page 4, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD FREE FORM COFFEE TABLES 4” and shows an image of this model.
W: 33 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been professionally polished and relacquered.
SOLD
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Four-door cabinet with exquisite figural inlays in exotic woods on sculptural base by Eugenio Diez, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1940s. Each door has two raised and illuminated panels with inlays. The left side interior is an illuminated cabinet with pull-out shelf and drawers and the right side has wood shelves. This piece is unique and special. The inlays, shape and illuminated front panels are incredible.
W: 7 feet 6.5 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 5 feet 6 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - minimal wear commensurate with age
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“Femme de Menage” aka “La Bonne”, a very rare and important large cast figural bronze sculpture attained via lost wax process, table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne, by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, edition of 3, American, 1960s (signed twice on bronze and also retains the original gallery label). The base is on recessed castors and is made of patinated bronze which was buried in special soil to attain its unique characteristics. This incredible sculpture was made as a tribute to the housekeeper; someone often in the background who makes life happier and easier for everyone around them. This work represents their love of humanity in general. The LaVernes did several works centered on love and family. The difficulty in casting such a large figure in bronze should not be understated. And the table top is simply a stunning work of art. The table top could support a vase or other decorative item if so desired. This work resided in the Seymour Gallery section of the LaVerne Gallery, where they featured their best artworks.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this sculpture is discussed in the introduction and shown on page 156 in the section titled The Cast Series Under the work on the same page is an in-depth discussion of it by Kelvin LaVerne. It is also shown in the photograph of the Seymour Gallery from the 1970s on pages 2-3 where the LaVernes showcased their finest works.
Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
Overall Dimensions:
W: 34 inches
D: 44 inches
H: 59 inches
Dimensions Of Base:
W: 32 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 4 inches
Dimensions Of Table:
W: 30 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
$95,000
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"Peasants Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed front bottom center "Kelvin + Philip LaVerne"). The engraved Chinese figures are exquisite. Back is finished in patinated bronze. The enamel cloisonne adds depth to the colors. This piece is impressive in size and composition.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this design is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series with the caption from the original LaVerne catalog, “The daily activities of ancient China are interpreted in textured bronze or pewter, dramatically enhanced with enamel cloisonne coloration. Peasants engaged in the rice harvest are expertly engraved by hand in a superb combination.”
W: 24 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 48 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
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Exceptionally crafted "Molding Box" in black and purple cobra with brass hinge by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Interior lines in moire silk. This box is absolutely stunning.
H: 5 inches
W: 16 inches
D: 10 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of rare "Lighthouse Table Lamps" clad in gray shagreen with polished brass bases and shades by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The color and texture of the shagreen is exquisite with the brass.
Diam of Base: 5 inches
H: 23.5 inches
Diam of shade: 10 inches
Shade H: 3.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been polished and lacquered, and the lamps have been rewired with new silk cords. All restoration done by Lobel Modern.
$12,000 for the pair
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Large and exceptionally crafted "Coffee Table with Sculpture Leg" with cylindrical legs in tessellated coral with solid brass tops and thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The artisanship of the tessellated coral legs is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 1 is a picture of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 8” DIAMETER, COFFEE TABLE WITH SCULPTURE LEG (page) 1”.
Overall Dimensions as shown:
W: 64 inches
D: 44 inches
H: 15.5 inches
17 inches high to tops of legs
Glass Dimensions:
W: 60 inches
D: 40 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally polished and lacquered. Few small scratches in glass.
$15,000
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Artisan coffee table, gilt wrought iron with original glass top, by Maison Ramsay, France 1940's. This table is beautifully made and is very chic.
W: 39.5 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Very good - scratches on glass top consistent with age. Patina to gilding consistent with age.
SOLD
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Exceptional and rare coffee table with polished petrified wood top on a circular ivory lacquered base by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer loved fossils and other natural historical artifacts. Petrified wood is ancient wood that has been fossilized - it has the same qualities as stone but retains it’s original organic depth and complexity. Each piece is totally unique. This table is a work of art.
W: 37 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 18 inches
Diam of base: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent.- Base has been relacquered and, stone professionally cleaned and polished.
SOLD
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Pair of "Candlestick Lamps" in solid lucite with brass trim and hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These are superbly crafted.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, on page 21 of the section there is a photo of this model lamp with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD CANDLESTICK LAMP (page) 21”.
For Each:
D: 8 inches
H: 27.5 inches (adjustable with riser)
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 7 inches
Condition: Excellent - lucite has been cleaned and polished. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new lampshades. In like new condition.
SOLD
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Pair of large artisan made terracotta table lamps, American 1970's. It is rare to see terra cotta lamps in this quality and scale. These came from a published 1970’s interior.
Lamp Diam: 18 inches
Shade Diam: 27 inches
H: 34 inches
Condition: Excellent - minor wear consistent with age
SOLD
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