Anzolo Fuga Exceptional Hand Blown Vase with Glass Fragments 1960s - SOLD

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Hand-blown glass vase with glass fragments, rods with aventurine and murrhines by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy 1960’s.

Reference:
Literature:  Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M. by Rosa Barovier Mentasti, Acanthus Press, 2005, section titled "GLASS FRAGMENTS, RODS, ANDMURRINE 1958-1968", pages 113 through 118 show pieces done with the same technique.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga "Transennati" Vase With Unique Variation 1962 - SOLD

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Handblown "Transennati" (Barriers) vase, model 15116, with multicolor rods and murrhines designed by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, ca. 1962.

Reference:

Anzolo Fuga: Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M. by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press, section titled “Transennati”, a similar piece is illustrated on page 178. 

AVEM, Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-72 by Marc Heiremans and published by Arnolsche in 2020, Archival photos for this series with model numbers are shown on page 229, bottom..

Provenance: These pieces were purchased directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: fuga60

Milo Baughman Pair of Lounge Chairs with Polished Chrome Frames 1970s

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Pair of clean line club chairs with wrap around polished chrome frames by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in gray ultrasuede. This is a chic and timeless Baughman design.

W: 30 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition:  Very good - Chairs have been fully reupholstered in ultrasuede and chrome has been professionally polished. Small scratches in chrome consistent with light use.

$12,000 for the pair

Ref: loungechairs179

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Exceptional "Imperial Palace Coffee Table" 1970s (Signed)

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Rare and exceptional "Imperial Palace Coffee Table" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter subtle hand-painted enamels and curved ends and sculptural base by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (with original gallery label on bottom). This works is considered one of their best with an Asian motif. The form and design of the top and base are simply superb.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this important sculpture is shown on pages 72-73 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The IMPERIAL PALACE coffee table was created in the 1970s. The shape of the top is perfectly matched to the shape of the base. Because the sculptural form is the focal point of this design, the engraved top has only very subtle coloration.” It is shown with the original black and white ad.

W: 57 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$30,000

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Barovier & Toso Stunning Monumental Hand-Blown Blue Glass Table Lamp 1950s

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Monumental hand-blown glass table lamp, light blue with footed with channeled body, by Barovier & Toso, Murano Italy, 1950's. The scale of this hand-blown lamp is truly stunning. As is the color.

Diam: 9.25 inches
H: 56 inches
Shade Diam: 20 inches
Shade H: 18 inches

$6,500

Condition: Excellent

Ref: tablelamp242

Harvey Probber Rare Etched Pewter Top Coffee Table 1950s

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Rare and exceptional coffee table No. 1322 with etched pewter top on a mahogany base by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. This coffee table was only in production for a short time; it is shown in the catalog from the 1950’s. The etched metal top was made by artist Arpad Rosti with whom Probber collaborated on several designs. The intricate pattern on the top is stunning.

This coffee table was part of the retrospective at the New York School of Interior Design: “Making Connections: Harvey Probber Furniture 1945-85” which opened February 20, 2020. Evan Lobel was Associate Curator.

W: 55 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent - base has been refinished.

 $12,000

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Fontana Arte 4 Light Glass and Brass Chandelier 1940s

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4 light chandelier in brass and glass with beautifully enameled leaves on the arms attributed to Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy 1940's. This chandelier is extremely elegant. The details are exquisite.

W: 13 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 40 inches

$8,500

Condition: Excellent

Ref: chandelier204

Karl Springer Superbly Crafted End Table in Brass with Zebra Wood Top 1980s

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"Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in mirror polished brass with double book matched zebra wood top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted and is a fine example of Springer’s devotion to quality.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, sectional titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 19 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TRIANGULAR LEG METAL END TABLE” shows this model.

Dimensions:

W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 27.5 inches    

Condition: Very Good- few spots on brass base consistent with age.

$15,000

ref: endtable244

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Unique Side/Center/Dining Table 1960s (Signed)

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Unique side/center/dining table titled "Surprise" in patinated hand-brazed bronze with inset pewter medallions, square form with concave sides engraved with green patina, by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). This is a unique work of art and it’s extremely impressive in person. This base can take a square or round glass top if you want to make it a dining table.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, Hand-brazed sculptures are discussed in the introduction and similar works are shown in the section titled The Brazed Series.

Provenance: Private Collection New Jersey

Dimensions of base:
W: 40 inches
D: 40 inches
H: 28 inches
Shown with 78 inch diameter top in photo.

Condition: Excellent

$55,000

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Tommi Parzinger Elegant Center/Game Table 1970s

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Chic center / game table model 701 with tessellated birch wood top and polished chrome base by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1970's. The artisan tessellated top makes a beautiful pie-shape pattern. The chrome base is designed to make it look like the table top is floating.

Reference
Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog published in the 1960’s shows a drawing of this table with the model “#701” written below.

Diam: 38 inches
H: 27 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Naomi Feinberg "Fractured Planet" Sculpture in Italian Red Levanto 1960s

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Extraordinary hand carved “Fractured Planet” sculpture in Italian Red Levanto marble on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1960’s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist and then her family after her death.  This piece is part of the Lobel Modern's exhibition:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World currently on exhibition in our Exhibit Gallery across the hall from our showroom.

W: 13 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture123

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Special Madame Pompadour" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)

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"Special Madame Pompadour", a coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1960's (signed on top “Philip Kelvin Laverne”). The coloration of this table is exquisite. Has the original gallery labeling on the bottom. It’s a gem. The enamel cloisonne enhances the depth of the colors.

Reference:
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Sculpture III catalog published in the 1970’s on page 20 there is a photo of this table on the right and the description in the back reads, “Recreating the splendor of 18th century France, enamel cloisonne heightens motifs of flowers, birds, and beasts. Allegorical trophies representing the Arts and the Sciences form additional designs. The hand formed bronze base is decorated with cast bronze leaves.”

W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: coffeetable314

Pair of Pyramidal Pedestals in Black Lacquered Linen 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of Pyramidal pedestals in black lacquered linen, custom design, American 1970's.

W: 16 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 45 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Pair of Artisan Andirons in Polished Brass and Wrought-Iron 1970s

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Pair of large and exceptional andirons in polished brass and wrought-iron, American 1970's. These andirons are beautifully made and would add a touch of elegance to any fireplace.

W: 12 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 23 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500 for the pair

ref: fireplace59

Danny Alessandro Pair of Andirons in Polished Steel and Brass 1984

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"S Andirons" in polished steel and brass with wrought-iron posts by Danny Alessandro and sold through Holly Hunt, American 1984. These are meticulously crafted and very luxurious.

W: 5.5 inches
D: 13 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500 for the pair

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Pair of Elegant Flame Andirons in Polished Chrome 1960s

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Pair of flame andirons in polished chrome, American 1960's. These andirons are very chic. The flames of a fire would reflect beautifully off the gently curving surfaces of the andirons.

H: 25.5 inches
W: 8 inches
D: 6 inches

$3,500 for the pair 

Condition: Excellent

Ref: fireplace27

Pair of Chinese Style Andirons in Hammered Brass 1950s

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Pair of Chinese style Modernist andirons in hammered brass, American 1950's. These andirons are very chic.

H: 16.5 inches
W: 10.5 inches
D: 17 inches

$3,500 

Condition: Excellent

Ref: fireplace52

Pair Of Large Andirons In Wrought Iron with Brass Orbs 1970s

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Pair of large andirons in wrought iron with brass orbs on top by Stover, American 1970's (signed “STOVER MFG. CO.” on base of andiron). These andirons are beautifully made.

W: 14 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 23.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500 for the pair

ref: fireplace73

Pair Of Chic Flower Andirons in Brass 1950s

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Pair of loop andirons, brass with stylized flowers, American 1950's. These andirons would lend a touch of elegance to any fireplace.

W: 14.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 10 inches

Condition: Good. Light scratches consistent with age.

$3,500 for the pair

ref: fireplace76

Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tool Set In Brazilian Rosewood and Chrome 1980s

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Fireplace tool set in chrome with upright post and handles in figured Brazilian rosewood by Danny Alessandro LTD, American 1980's. A very elegant design. Danny Alessandro, Ltd. was sold through Holly Hunt in the 1980’s. This model fireplace tool set was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest in 1983 (see photo).

W: 10 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 34.5 inches

$4,500

Condition: Excellent. A few small scratches to base.

ref: fireplace75