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

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" table, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamels in red, orange, yellow, blue, and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side). Retains original Philip LaVerne Collection paper tag on bottom. The top has a torched bronze effect. This table is a superb example with vibrant 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 table is 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…”


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

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 8, sold tables 19

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Horses Plaque" with Enamel Cloisonne 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied green, blue, yellow and red enamel cloisonne by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Kelvin Philip LaVerne” on front). The background and trim of this work are in patinated bronze. The gradation and tones of the enamel cloisonne horses are completely captivating.

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. Their sturdy forms are enhanced by the brilliance of enamel cloisonne colorings.“

W: 23 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 47 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

Ref: sculpture191

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categories ART
tags Laverne 8, paintings / prints 3, SCULPTURES 4

Boris Tabacoff Set of 4 'Dumas Chairs" in Sculpted Lucite 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 "Dumas Chairs" in sculpted thick lucite by Boris Tabacoff for MMM, (Moblier Modulaire Moderne), France, 1970’s. Custom contoured gray ultra suede cushions by Lobel Modern. This chair is a tour de force of design - each chair is made from a single sheet of lucite which is molded and cut. They are super chic.

W: 18.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 14

Paul Evans Impressive Etagere/Writing Desk in Walnut Burl with Glass Shelves 1973 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large and impressive etagere in tessellated walnut burl with inset bronze glass shelves by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1973 (Retains original chrome Paul Evans signature plate which reads, “An Original Paul Evans”). This model etagere is quite rare. It is designed so that if you remove the lower glass shelf the wood table top can be used as a writing desk.

W: 48 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 84 inches

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored.

SOLD

ref: etagere18

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categories CASE PIECES
tags PAULEVANS2, sold case pieces 7

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Pair of "Shang Ti" Tables with Wooden Bases 1950s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Pair of rare and early “Shang Ti” tables in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant enamel cloisonne and Chinese style ebonized wood bases with red enamel by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, late 1950’s (Tables retain partial original Gem Stone Arts labels on bottoms). Gem Stone Arts, created by Philip LaVerne, was the original workshop where Philip and Kelvin LaVerne started experimenting with engraving metals. It proceeded the opening of the LaVerne Gallery on East 57th Street. Kelvin LaVerne stated that Philip designed the bases which were executed by a Chinese woodworker at Gem Stone Arts. The bases were later replaced with patinated bronze bases as the design evolved. These are early experimental works.


Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, a “Shang Ti” table is shown with different color enamel cloisonne and bronze legs in the section on Historical Civilizations on page 66.
Gem Stone Arts is discussed on page 24, stating, “ {In the 1950’s, Philip} formed a company called Gem Stone Arts and designed and made furniture and mirrors…”

Dimensions for each
D: 19 inches
W: 19 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000 For the pair

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 8, END / SIDE 6, COFFEE7, OCCASIONAL

Tommi Parzinger Rare Dining Table with Bronze Base and Inlaid Mahogany Top 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare extension dining table with hand-forged bronze base with engraved brass accents and top in mahogany with satinwood inlays by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950s. The base for this dining table was a custom order and the design is magnificent. This dining table has 2 leaves. It has been refinished.

Dimensions as shown:
W: 84 inches / 126 inches with both extensions
D: 48 inches
H: 28.5 inches

Reference:
The top of this table can be found in the Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog from the 1960’s with a drawing of this top on the left side of the second row of a page of various furniture models with the model “#161” written underneath. Hand forged bronze table base was a custom order and is not located in a catalog of production pieces.


Condition: Excellent - top has been refinished. Patina to bronze consistent with age.

SOLD

ref: diningtable208

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categories TABLES
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, sold tables 19

J. Anthony Redmile Exotic Heron Sculpture with Inset Malachite Orb 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted heron sculpture in polished aluminum with inset malachite orb and glass eyes by J. Anthony Redmile, England 1970's (Signed “Redmile London.” on back of leg). The polished aluminum set against the deep green malachite is stunning. It exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and exotic materials that J. Anthony Redmile is celebrated for.

W: 7.5 inches
D: 13 inches
H:  21 inches

$8,500

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been cleaned and polished.

Ref:  sculpture208

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES 4

Paul Evans Rare Unique Sculptured Faceted Mirror in Bronze Resin and Burl 1975 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and unique sculptured faceted mirror in bronze resin and walnut burl by Paul Evans, American 1975. Comes with original cleat marked “PE - 908.” We have not seen any other mirror like this one. The original owner purchased this with a wall-mount Paul Evans bronze resin console which is signed “PE 75”. The wall-mount console is available for purchase separately. Photo of this mirror and the bronze resin console together in the original owner’s home is in the Lobel Modern archive.

W: 34.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 40.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: mirror299

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags PAULEVANS3, Sold Beds / Mirrors 4

Pair of Clean Line Bedside Tables in Walnut 1960s

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully tailored bedside tables in walnut with gently splayed legs and elegant handle design with bronze ball elements on each handle, American 1960's. Each has two drawers. The pair have clean lines and are beautiful from every angle.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500 for the pair

ref: nightstands137

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categories TABLES
tags BEDSIDE

Karl Springer "Bristol Coffee Table" In Lacquered Goatskin ca 1990 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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"Bristol Coffee Table" in dark brown lacquered goatskin with ivory goatskin sabots by Karl Springer, American ca 1990 (signed on bottom). This coffee table is beautifully made and very elegant.

W: 42 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable480

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER5, sold tables 19

Venini Pair of Sputnik Chandeliers in Chrome with Glass Rods 1970s

Evan Lobel

Chic pair of Sputnik chandeliers, model N3001, in polished chrome with artisan glass rods by Venini (Murano, Italy) for Camer Lighting, American 1970's. This is a timeless design. It is rare to have a pair of these.

Reference:
Camer Glass Inc catalog from the 1970’s shows a photograph of this model chandelier above description, “N 3001, 28” Diameter”. See photo.


Dimensions for Each:
Diam: 28 inches
H: 30 inches (we can customize to spec)

Condition: Excellent - metal has been polished and glass cleaned by Lobel Modern.

$15,000 For the Pair

ref: chandelier266

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categories LIGHTING
tags CHANDELIERS / PENDANTS, CHANDELIERS

Karl Springer Rare Round "Souffle Ottomans" with Brass Bases 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Striking pair of rare large round "Souffle Ottomans" with polished solid seamlessly welded brass bases and hidden castors with zebra printed pony skin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship is superb. New wheels added by Lobel Modern. These were typically made square; this pair was a custom order. Metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a squre Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD  SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 33 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

ref: ottomans12

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 13, KARLSPRINGER 18

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Important Illuminated Bronze Sculptures "Grace and Harmony" ca. 1970 (Signed)

Evan Lobel

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One-of-a-kind pair of large illuminated sculptures, “Grace and Harmony”, hand-brazed in bronze tones, one with green patina and the other highly textured, with complex tubular elements welded around them, by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American ca. 1970 (signed on bases “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”).  Philip & Kelvin LaVerne produced only these 2 illuminated sculptures and they believed the lighting in back and above created halos around them giving them a spiritual aura.  On the backs are the original fluorescent fixtures which was commonly used in the 1970’s.  On top are 2 bulbs on each (one in the white orb and the other recessed in the open top).  These artworks were called “functional sculptures” by the LaVernes and these are two of the absolute best.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these 2 important works are shown on page 178 in the section The Brazed Series with an in depth description by Kelvin LaVerne on the same page. They are also discussed in the introduction to the book and in the Preface by Kelvin LaVerne.

Provenance:
The Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

Each:
W: 30 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 73 inches

Condition: Excellent

$225,000 for the pair

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categories LIGHTING, ART
tags Laverne 5, FLOOR LAMPS, SCULPTURES 4

Karl Springer "Regency Armchair" in Stainless Steel and Brass 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare and beautifully made "Regency Armchair" in polished stainless steel and brass backrest with upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The quality and materials used in this chair are superb. Seat cushion newly reupholstered in black velvet by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 1 shows this model chair with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD REGENCY ARMCHAIR (page) 1.”

W: 22.5 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - Few small spots in finish consistent with age; Newly reupholstered in black velvet by Lobel Modern.

$6,500

ref: deskchair38

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categories SEATING
tags DESK CHAIRS, KARLSPRINGER 18

Roberto Estevez "Cobra" Sculpture in Hammered Bronze 1978 (Signed)

Eric McNatt

Exquisite "Cobra" sculpture in hammered bronze with silver and brass inlays by Roberto Estevez, American, 1978 (plaque on top reads "ESTEVEZ" and engraved “ESTEVEZ 78 2/6” on bottom).

Roberto Estevez was an extremely talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed pieces for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s pieces were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms.

Diam:  10 inches
H:  12.5 inches

$10,000

Condition:  Excellent

Ref:  sculpture95

 

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES 4, KARLSPRINGER 18

Tommi Parzinger Superb Desk in Walnut with Engraved Brass Hardware 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Fine desk in dark walnut with ebonized satinwood inlays on top and exquisite engraved brass hardware on drawers by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's (branded signature in drawer reads “Parzinger Originals”) This is a rare Parzinger desk that exudes elegance. This piece has been refinished and the metal cleaned, polished and lacquered.

W: 54 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished; metal has been cleaned, polished, and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

$14,000

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categories CASE PIECES
tags DESKS, TOMMIPARZINGER3

Karl Springer "Parsons Style Game Table" in Embossed Lizard 1986 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in dark gray embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of this table is superb. With its clean lines and beautiful color, this table is very elegant.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with a backgammon board with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.

W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly re-lacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: gametable87

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER13, sold tables 19

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique "Caribbean" Painting on Bronze 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique Impressionist painting "Caribbean" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne in hand-brazed braided bronze frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip K LaVerne” in painting - see photo). “Caribbean” is a tribute to Caribbean women who carry heavy baskets on their heads. The LaVernes were inspired by this while on a trip to St. Thomas. It’s a spectacular 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, this work is shown on page 251 in the section titled THE PAINTINGS. It is also discussed by Kelvin on page 233 in the introduction to this section.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 32.5 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 38.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting165

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categories ART
tags Laverne 5, sold Art 9

Large Rare J. Anthony Redmile Chandelier with Mounted Ostrich Eggs 1970s

Evan Lobel

Rare large “Cosmic Eggs” chandelier in nickel and brass with mounted ostrich eggs and stone sphere at bottom by J. Anthony Redmile, London 1970's. J. Anthony Redmile created unique works incorporating exotic materials and fine craftsmanship. This chandelier is very chic.

Reference:
Sinai & Sons book on J. Anthony Redmile, there is a photo of a similar chandelier with ostrich eggs on page 50.

Diam: 45 inches
H: 36 inches (can modify to spec)

Condition: Excellent

$25,000

ref: chandelier246

 

 

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categories LIGHTING
tags CHANDELIERS / PENDANTS

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Tao Cabinet" 1970s (Signed) - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important large 4 door "Tao Cabinet" in patinated bronze and pewter with continuous engraved Chinese scene, hand-painted with vibrant enamels in green, blue, and orange, with a hand-chased bronze plinth base by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on front). This piece retains its original gallery label on the back which is hand-signed by Philip LaVerne. There is intricate fretwork on the drawers, the interior is impeccably finished with hand-painted malachite lacquer, and the drawers and shelves are trimmed in bronze. Drawers are lined with felt. This is the largest and most impressive of the LaVernes’ cabinets. The Tao philosophy was primarily concerned with the importance of man in relation to his surroundings and architecture. The top and sides are engraved with the Kuan— interlocking circles—design which is meant to evoke something from the past.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this cabinet is discussed in the introduction on pages 30-31.


W: 74 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 35.5 inches

Condition: Excellent original condition / no restoration

$195,000

ref: credenza129

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categories CASE PIECES
tags CREDENZAS, Laverne 8