Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "The Passion" Unique Female Nude Painting 1970 (Signed) - SOLD

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"The Passion", a unique Impressionist painting on patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with blue enamels, intricate design and stepped bronze framing by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970 (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” in metal with original gallery label on back). The LaVernes were very adept at painting and sculpting the human body. The gallery label on the back is from the Seymour Gallery which was where the LaVernes showed their finest 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 engraved painting is shown on pages 254-255 in the section titled The Paintings. The caption reads, “THE PASSION, dating from the 1970s, was created in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with muted enamel cloisonne and a unique pebbled finish. This totally modern work has its roots in the historical painting of The Rebirth of Venus by Alexandre Cabanel from 1863. It is a celebration of female sensuality.”

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 39.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Symphony" Dining Table 1970s (signed) - SOLD

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Rare and important hand-welded and patinated bronze sculpture dining table “Symphony” with glass top by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). According to Kelvin LaVerne, only 3 were made. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne often used the arts as their inspiration; and music served as inspiration for several of their works. It was inspired by a symphony by Beethoven. This piece has a physical harmony and balance which is extraordinary. This table is a LaVerne masterpiece. This table can accommodate almost any size glass top.

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 pages 192-193 in the section titled The Brazed Series. The caption reads, “The SYMPHONY dining table, hand-brazed in patinated bronze with green patina and a with glass top, was created in the 1970s. The base of this important sculpture was inspired by a curved line drawn by Beethoven on the manuscript for Eroica after he removed its dedication to Napoleon Bonaparte. It was originally dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte as Beethoven was an admirer until Napoleon declared himself emperor.”

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

Dimensions:

Base:
W: 72 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 29 inches

Glass Top as shown / can take any size glass top
W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 0.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tool Set in Lucite and Chrome 1980s

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Fireplace tool set in chrome with upright post in Lucite 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: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

$4,500

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Richard Ginori Rare Stunning 64 Piece Black, White and Gold Set in Fine Porcelain 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare refined and visually stunning 64 piece set of service ware, fine porcelain in white, black and gold by Richard Ginori, Italy 1950's (signed). The black and gold set together are extremely rich and luxurious. There are no chips or cracks. This set was rarely if ever used.

12 Dinner Plates Diam: 10.5 inches       
12 Salad Plates Diam: 8 inches
12 Bread Plates Diam: 6.5 inches
14 Saucers Diam: 5.5 inches
14 Cups Diam: 3.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Mastercraft Pair Of Luxurious Bedside Tables In Carpathian Elm And Brass 1960s - SOLD

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Pair of luxurious bedside tables in Carpathian elm and brass, each with 2 doors, by William Doezema for Mastercraft, American 1960's. These are beautifully crafted.

W: 32 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 24 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Chic Italian Round Mirror with Artisan Rattan Loop Frame 1960s - SOLD

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Beautifully made wall-hanging round mirror with impressive looped and woven rattan frame, Italian 1960's. This mirror is very chic and would enhance any interior.

Diam: 28 inches
D: 4.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Rare Hand-Tooled Black Leather Credenza with Iconic Pulls 1940s (Signed) - SOLD

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Iconic and rare 4 door credenza model TP 18 with hand-tooled black leather doors and iconic etched brass pulls on ebonized mahogany base by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1940's (signed on back “Charak Modern”). The hand-tooling is done in gold. Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished. This is one of Parzinger’s most stunning designs.

Reference:
Charak Modern 1940’s catalog, Folio No 6-Modern, there is a catalog sheet with a photograph of this credenza with the description: “CHARAK MODERN TP 18 COMMODE…”

W: 66 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

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Baccarat Pair of Hand-Blown Crystal Table Lamps 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Pair of hand-blown crystal table lamps, organic forms with quadriped bases, by Baccarat, France 1970's (etched “Baccarat France” with logo on bases). These delightful lamps have been rewired with new sockets and cords. These come with new custom shades.

Dimensions for each:
W: 7 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 20 inches
Shade W: 12 inches
Shade D: 8 inches
Shade H: 9.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - rewired with new sockets and cords and new custom shades.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Scavo Glass Vase 1980's (Signed) - SOLD

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Large hand-blown glass vase, white with scavo (rough) finish, by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom “KARL SPRINGER”). This form is quite rare. The scale of Springer’s hand-blown glass vases makes them exceptional.

Seguso executed Karl Springer’s hand-blown Venetian glass pieces which were typically with a scavo finish.

W: 14 inches
D: 9 inches
H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Console Table in Black Embossed Alligator Leather 1970s - SOLD

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Large "H Console Table" in tete-de-negre (2-tone black) alligator embossed leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The scale of this console is impressive. And the embossed crocodile leather is stunning.

Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 56 is a photo of this model in bench form.

W: 78 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 36 inches
Table H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of Superbly Crafted Swing Arm Wall Lamps 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully made swing-arm wall lamps in polished chrome and brass, each with 2 bulbs, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Each comes with a back mounting plate. The craftsmanship on these is off the charts. These have been cleaned, polished and newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

Dimensions for each:
W: 14.5 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 16 inches

Wall mount:
W: 6 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 6 inches

Condition: Excellent - professionally polished and lacquered. Newly rewired

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Repose" Coffee Table 1970s (Signed)

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Rare and important “Repose” or “Brooding Woman” coffee table with cast bronze female nude on a patinated base with bronze tones, welded cords and glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on base). This work was based on a model who posed for the LaVernes who was having a stressful day. So they captured her emotions for this sculpture. This sculpture was designed with the glass integral to the weightiness of the emotions of the model.

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 page 159 in the section titled The Cast Series. On the same page is an in depth discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne. This work is also discussed in the introduction to the book.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

Dimensions for base:
W:  43 inches
D:  25 inches
H:  16 inches

Dimensions for top:
W: 55.5 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 0.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - new glass top fabricated to same specs as original

$55,000

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Elegant 2-Tier Console Table in Artisan Glass with Brass Legs 1950s - SOLD

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Elegant 2-tier console table in hand-made artisan glass with brass tapering legs, Italian 1950's. This chic console is simply stunning.

W: 29 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - patina to brass from age makes it look bronze

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Hellenic" Side Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare “Hellenic” side table in patinated bronze and pewter with engraved classical Greek female nude motif with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The patination is stunning on this table and the engraved female nudes are sublime. Striations in base are meant to resemble a wood pedestal.

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 101 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The HELLENIC table, from the 1970s, in patinated bronze and pewter, has been engraved with hand-painted enamels.”

Diam: 19 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Ron Seff Pair of Superb Swing Arm Wall Lamps in Satin Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of meticulously crafted swing-arm wall lamps in satin brass, each with 2 bulbs, by Ron Seff, American 1980's. Ron Seff worked for Karl Springer for years before going off on his own. Each comes with a back mounting plate. The craftsmanship on these is superb. These have been cleaned, polished and newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

Dimensions for each:
Fully Retracted:
W: 4.5 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 12 inches

Half-Extended:
W: 14 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 12 inches

Fully Extended:
W: 4.5 inches
D: 34 inches
H: 12 inches

Wall mount:
W: 4 inches
D: 0.75 inches
H: 4 inches

Condition: Excellent - professionally cleaned and lacquered. Newly rewired.

SOLD

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Lobel Originals Telephone Table in Brown Cobra Skin 2024 - Made to Order

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Telephone Table on brass castors in brown cobra skin by Lobel Originals NYC, American 2024 (Signed “LOBEL ORIGINALS NYC”). We make this table to order. Identical to the original Karl Springer Telephone Table, we can make it in any color and size. Bottom covered in moire silk.

W: 14 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 23.25 inches

Condition: New

$5,500

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Karl Springer Large and Impressive "Ming Coffee Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1987 (Dated) - SOLD

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Large and exceptional "Ming Coffee Table" in mirror polished chestnut-color lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1987 (dated “8-21-87” on bottom). The scale and color of this table are extraordinary. In his signature material, this table exemplifies the superb craftsmanship for which Karl Springer is famous. This table has been cleaned and polished.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of a very similar coffee table with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 9”

W: 60 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Table has been professionally cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Hand-Blown Vase With Glass Fragments, Rods and Murrhines 1960s - SOLD

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Exceptional handblown glass vase with glass fragments at top, rods at bottom and murrhines around the center by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy 1960’s. This series utilizing glass fragments is rare.

Literature:  Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M. by Rosa Barovier Mentasti, Acanthus Press, 2005, section titled "GLASS FRAGMENTS, RODS, AND MURRINE 1958-1968", pages 113 through 118, a similar piece is shown on page 116.

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.

H: 11.5 inches
Diam: 7 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Rare Illuminating Glass and Bronze Vanity Mirror 1980s (Signed)

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Exceptional and rare 3-part illuminating vanity mirror in hand-blown green glass with artisan bronze fittings by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (etched “KARL SPRINGER” in glass). Very few of these were made and the craftsmanship is incredible.

Dimensions as shown:
W: 34.5 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Pair of Sculptural Alternating Frosted and Clear Lucite Table Lamps 1970s

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Pair of sculptural lucite table lamps with alternating frosted and clear pieces, American 1970's. These are very chic.

Dimensions for each as shown:
W: 5.5 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 28 inches
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

$4,500 for the pair

ref: tablelamps371