Tommi Parzinger Rare and Exquisite Set of 4 Lounge Chairs 1950s

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Rare set of 4 lounge chairs model #224 with sculptural legs and exquisite backrest design in dark walnut with upholstered seats and backs by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950s. These chairs are beautifully crafted with refined accents that could only be done by Tommi Parzinger. Newly reupholstered in a stunning off-white boucle fabric by Lobel Modern. These are classic Parzinger - they exude sophistication. These chairs rarely are available for sale.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals Paper Catalog published in the 1960’s, there is an image of this model chair in the seating section with model number “#224” written below.

Dimensions for Each:
W: 25.5 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 33 inches
SH: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern. Few small marks in wood consistent with very light use.

$30,000 for the set

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Pair of "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" Tables 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Exceptional pair of "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" tables, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant orange, blue, and green hand-painted enamels and torched bronze effect tops by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” and “PK LaVerne” on side of each). Because of the unique shapes of these pieces, they cross over into sculpture. These are both in excellent condition with wonderful coloration.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these tables are shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on page 71. The caption reads, “ The LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES date from the 1960s. The unusually shaped tables with engraved scenes and colorful hand-painted enamels on the sides are considered sculptures. The tops are burnished bronze…”

Dimensions for each
D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Engraved Painting with Beautiful Colors 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning and iconic “Chan” painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant blue, green and orange hand-painted enamels and gold and copper leaf by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The Chinese scene depicted in this series is captivating, and the coloration of this piece 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 motif is discussed in the introduction and examples of Chan paintings are shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on pages 52-53. The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty, is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture.”

Diam: 35.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Kuan Su" Bronze Painting 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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"Kuan Su" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied blue enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “P+K LaVerne” on bottom of frame). This design incorporates the Kuan (interlocking circles) motif which is supposed to evoke something from the past. It’s a beautiful work of art.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Kuan Su design is shown on page 81 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The floral design, a theme the LaVernes came back to over and over, is engraved along with the intricate Kuan motif (interlocking circles), which is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century.“

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 18 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Viola" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare "Viola" coffee table, in patinated and pierced bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels and glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s. Signed on top by “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”. The negative space was cut out by Kelvin’s hand. The shadows cast from this musically inspired coffee table are supposed to represent notes floating through the air. The glass top is an integral part of the design of the table. The hand-cut fretwork is truly a marvel.

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 134 in the section titled The Abstract Series . On the same page underneath this work is an in-depth discussion of it by Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 39 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare Greek Mythology Painting on Bronze 1959 (Signed) - SOLD

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Early rare painting of a Greek mythology scene with Medusa and warriors on patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1959 (signed in 2 places and dated). Philip and Kelvin LaVerne studied past civilization and their arts and mythologies. They often drew inspiration from them. This is one of the earliest designs by Kelvin LaVerne.

Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 43.5 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 12.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Chic Artisan Mounted Sea Shell Table Lamp with Lucite Base 1970s

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Exquisitely crafted table lamp in polished brass with solid thick lucite disc and superb mounted sea shell in the manner of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord. New lampshade.

Dimensions:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 26.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered; Rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord.

$4,500

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Horses Plaque" with Colorful Enamels 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The background of this piece is patinated pewter and the piece is trimmed in patinated bronze. The colorful green, blue and yellow enamels used for the horses are 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 design is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series with the caption from the original LaVerne catalog, “Ming horses gambol across a field of textured bronze (pewter). Their sturdy forms are enhanced by the brilliance of enamel cloisonne colorings.“

W: 24 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Engraved Painting "Last Tango In Paris" with Picture Light 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Unique Impressionist painting "Last Tango in Paris" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne, sculptured bronze frame and original picture light incorporated into the design by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin Laverne” on painting - see photo). The hand-brazed sculptured frame that is part of this work adds to its dynamism. The incorporated light in patinated bronze which hangs parallel to the top is fantastic. The LaVernes experimented with asymmetry in several works.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other assymetrical engraved paintings are shown on pages 248-249 in the section The Paintings .

W: 33 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 40 inches

Depth of Picture Light: 7 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Tower of Babel" Engraved Painting 1960s (Signed)

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Large "Tower of Babel" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne and special framing by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front right). This was done as part of a special Collectors Edition with Kuan (interlocking circles) framing. The Kuan motif is meant to evoke something from the past. Enamel cloisonne enhances the depth of the colors.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this painting without the special Kuan framing is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “TOWER OF BABEL PLACQUE - A group of playing figures brilliantly clothed in costumes of enamel cloisonne engage in a popular sport…”

W: 40 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 40 inches

Condition: Excellent

$25,000

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Large "Rainforest" Abstract Painting on Bronze 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Large abstract painting "Rainforest" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with deep green and blue enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The LaVernes experimented with abstract paintings. This one is quite spectacular. There was also a cast coffee table which was inspired by the rainforest. The deep greens and blues are breathtaking against the dark bronze tones.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, abstract engraved paintings are discussed in the introduction and shown in the section The Paintings on pages 260-261.

W: 35 inches
H: 70 inches
D: 2 inches

Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Artisan Pair of Chic Chinese Style Lounge Chairs in Tessellated Horn 1970s

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Pair of hand-crafted and chic Chinese style lounge chairs in tessellated horn by Enrique Garcez, Colombia 1970's for the American market. Seats newly reupholstered in luxurious custom fabric. These stunning chairs would work in any style interior.

W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 32 inches
SH: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500 for the pair

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Artisan 4-Door Credenza in Tessellated Horn with Brass Trim 1970s

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Stunning 4 door hand-crafted credenza in lacquered tessellated brown, amber, cream, and black horn with brass trim made in Colombia for the American market, 1970s. The doors open to 8 shelves and two drawers. The curved edges of this piece are very sexy. A beautiful piece in any interior.

Dimensions:
W: 69 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 31 inches

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

$15,000

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Karl Springer Elegant Tapering Pedestal in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s (Signed)

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Beautifully crafted pedestal in lacquered goatskin with chamfered corners by Karl Springer, American 1970's (signed with early leather “KARL SPRINGER LTD” label on bottom). It is streamlined, stunning, and exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive, there is a print advertisement for Karl Springer from the 1980s prominently featuring this model pedestal in a color photograph of a foyer scene.

Dimensions:
W: 12.5 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500

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Erwine & Estelle Laverne Long Bench With Woven Leather Straps 1960s

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Long bench in chrome plated steel with woven black leather straps by Erwine and Estelle Laverne for Laverne International, American 1960's. This bench is beautifully made and super chic.

W: 75 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent - leather has been cleaned and polished.

$8,500

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Superb "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube", with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on side). This work has a torched bronze effect top. This iconic LaVerne table is a work of art.

Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 37 there are three photos of this model table with the title “Lo Ta Hexagonal Cubes”. In the back of the catalog is a description which reads: “LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES—Created in a limited edition, a trio of functional sculptures, each having an Oriental design sculpted on all sides. Burnished functional bronze surfaces complete the sculptures. “

D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Chan" Dining/Game/Center Table 1960s (Signed)

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Superb "Chan” dining/game/center table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted blue, orange and red enamels with gold and copper leaf by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (Signed “Philip & Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The coloration on this table is absolutely magnificent and pristine. This is an iconic Philip and Kelvin LaVerne work of art.

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 tables are shown on pages 44-49 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture design.”

Diam: 47 inches
H: 28 inches

Condition: Excellent - no restoration needed. Not used and came from a non-smoker’s home.

$50,000

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Tommi Parzinger Pair of Urn-Shaped Silver Plated Table Lamps 1940s - SOLD

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Pair of Neoclassical urn-shaped table lamps, silver-plated with open backs and tops, by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier, Heritage Silver collection, American 1940s. These lamps are incredibly stylish.

W: 6.5 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Superb Illuminated Bar Cabinet with Inlays 1950s (Signed)

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Superbly crafted bar cabinet in walnut with satinwood inlays, engraved bronze pulls, Chinese red lacquered interior and original automatic interior light by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed “Parzinger Originals” in drawer). The interior has mirrored panels and includes two glass shelves and the original light at back of the bottom shelf. Below are two drawers and a bottom cabinet with four compartments. The design of this cabinet is incredibly sophisticated . It is a jewel box inside and out.

Dimensions:
D: 18 inches
W: 38 inches closed / 76 inches with doors extended
H: 56.5 inches

Condition: Very good - some patina to bronze pulls.

$25,000

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Lobel Originals "Centurion Desk" - SOLD

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"Centurion Desk" in black lacquer with 3 drawers, elegant bronze pulls and sabots, and leather top by Lobel Originals. 

W: 72.5 inches
D: 30.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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