Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Sculpture Dining Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Magnificent and rare “Abstract #1” dining table with 2 hand-brazed abstract sculptures in patinated bronze with a thick glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1980's (engraved “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” in metal and original gallery label on bottom of base). Hand-welding bronze sculptures with full curves and undulations is extremely laborious. These bases have a sense of harmony and can accommodate 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 sculpture table is shown on pages 194 with an accompanying description in the section titled The Brazed Series.

Dimensions as shown with glass:
W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Bases (For each):
W: 29.5 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 28.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Impressive Pair of Artisan Neoclassical Malachite Urns 20th-Century

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Pair of beautifully crafted Neoclassical style urns in polished malachite, Italian from the second half of the 20th century. These are absolutely magnificent and would be showstoppers in any room.

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 10 inches
H: 20.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000 for the pair

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Pair of "Galatea" Table Lamps 1970s (Signed)

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Pair of rare "Galatea" table lamps with female figures in cast bronze on patinated bronze bases by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “PK LaVerne” on front of one base). The female figures are based on the myth of Pygmalion, a sculptor who creates an ivory alabaster statue representing his ideal woman and then falls in love with her, which he names Galatea; the goddess Venus answers his prayers and brings her to life. The pair have been newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new bronze sockets and silk cords. Lighting fittings have been professionally polished and lacquered.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these lamps are shown on pages 170-171 in the section titled The Cast Series. The caption reads, “The 1970s GALATEA lamps include cast patinated bronze figures on patinated bronze bases. The beautiful curves of the bases complement the cast female figures perfectly. The LaVernes did several works about the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea.”

Dimensions for each as shown:
W: 15 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 25.5 inches (Adjustable to 29.5 inches)
Shade W: 16 inches
Shade D: 10 inches
Shade H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new bronze sockets and silk cord. Lighting fittings have been professionally polished and lacquered.

$28,000 for the pair

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Paul Evans Important "Sculpture Front Cabinet" 1979

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Rare and important “Sculpture Front Cabinet” in welded and patinated steel, color pigments, 24 karat gold leaf, painted wood with original granite top by Paul Evans, American 1979. This piece comes with the original invoice from The Paul Evans Studio showing a drawing of this piece. On the invoice it states: "No slate.  Oxidation to emphasize coloration of granite sample." It is a unique piece. Coloration is superb. This is a rare master work by Paul Evans.

Reference:
Constance Kimmerle, Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism, published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, a similar example is shown on pages 162 & 163, Cabinet (Forged-Front), 1964.

Adam Lindemann, Collecting Design, Cologne, 2010, pp. 172-173 (for a related sideboard from the “Sculpture Front” series)

Jeffrey Head, Paul Evans: Designer & Sculptor, Atglen, PA, 2012, pp. 40-41 (for a related cabinet from the series)

W: 84 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$275,000

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Les Prismatiques Impressive Pair of Large Lucite Candle Holders 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of large solid cast lucite candle holders by Les Prismatiques, American 1980's. These are beautifully made and very heavy.

Dimensions for Each:
Diam: 11 inches
H: 50 inches / 56 inches with candle shown

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Set of 10 Stunning "J.M.F. Chairs" In Lacquered Goatskin 1981

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Exceptional set of 10 “J.M.F.” dining chairs in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1981 (dated “6.5.81” on underside of each chair). The subtle variations in the goatskin is beautiful. They are exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and remarkable from every angle. A classic Karl Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD  J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”

Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - chairs have been cleaned and polished.

$45,000 for the set of 10

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Karl Springer "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in Exquisite Shagreen Lacquer 1980s - ON HOLD

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Meticulously crafted "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in artisan shagreen and bone lacquer in beige and ivory with inset brass trim sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Drawer is lined in silk moiré. As with all Karl Springer pieces, this desk is exceptionally crafted and incredibly chic.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 3 is a photo of this model desk with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD  CHINESE PARSON STYLE DESK (page) 3.”

Dimensions:
W: 42 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Iconic Free Form Coffee Table with Brass Legs 1950s - SOLD

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Iconic coffee table model no. 1759 in walnut with tapering conical brass legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's (signed with Widdicomb label on bottom). This table is super chic. It has been newly refinished.

Reference:
Widdicomb fold out paper catalog from the 1950’s, there is a drawing of this model with the caption “1759 Cocktail Table (W)” with “W” meaning walnut.

Dimensions:
W: 71 inches
D: 46 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent -Newly refinished.

SOLD

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Pace Sleek Glass and Chrome Waterfall Coffee Table 1970s - SOLD

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Clean-line waterfall coffee table in polished chrome with thick glass panels by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection, American 1970's.  This coffee table is beautifully  made and very sleek.  Chrome has been professionally polished and Lobel Modern has fabricated all new glass pieces.

W: 57 inches
D: 27.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Chrome has been professionally polished and Lobel Modern has fabricated all new glass  pieces.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Large "Chan" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)

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Rare and large "Chan" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with gold and copper leaf and hand-painted enamels in orange, blue, and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (Signed twice “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The Chan coffee table was typically done round and smaller. This larger square version on a pedestal base is rare and the condition 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 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.”

W: 48 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 17.5

Condition: Excellent

$28,000

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Tommi Parzinger Iconic Cabinet with Brass Studs 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

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Iconic 2 door cabinet model 146 in white lacquer with brass studs, engraved brass pulls, and inset milk glass top by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals 1950s (signed “Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). This beautiful cabinet exudes refined elegance. It is beautifully made and very chic.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals Inc. catalog published in the 1950’s shows a photograph of the 4 door version of this cabinet, stating, “#147 COMMODE, LACQUERED,…, POLISHED BRASS HARDWARE…”

W: 36 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 33.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly relacquered and brass hardware polished and lacquered. In like new condition.

SOLD

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Karl Springer White Snake Skin Lidded Box with Semi Precious Stone 1970s - SOLD

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Artisan box in white snake skin on outside with a semi-precious stone on top by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The craftsmanship on Springer’s pieces is unsurpassed.

W: 10 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Handblown Glass Vase 1950s - SOLD

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Handblown glass vase with overlayed murrhines by Anzolo Fuga for A.V.E.M. , Murano Italy, late 1950's.

Literature: Anzolo Fuga: Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M. by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press, a similar piece is illustrated on page 60.  Rosa Baoriver-Mentasti knew Fuga personally and spent 2 years researching the book with full access to the A.V.E.M. archive.  It is the definitive monograph on Fuga's work.

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: 16 inches
Diam: 6 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Exceptional Ostrich Skin Coffee Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Elegant Parsons Style Coffee Table covered in ostrich skin with glass top by Karl Springer, American 1970's (signed with metal Karl Springer label on bottom). This table is a beautiful example of Springer’s superb craftsmanship.

W:  45 inches
D:   29.5 inches
H:   17.5 inches

Condition:  Excellent

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger 3-Door Credenza with Iconic Brass Pulls 1950s (Signed)

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Beautifully tailored and finished 3-door credenza in high gloss black lacquer with engraved brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed “Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). The interior has shelves and a felt lined drawer. The craftsmanship of this piece is absolutely superb. Relacquered by Lobel Modern. Pulls have been cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. In like-new condition.

Dimensions:
D: 17.5 inches
W: 50 inches
H: 33 inches

Condition: Excellent - Relacquered by Lobel Modern. Pulls have been cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. In like-new condition.

$25,000

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De Sede Iconic "Non Stop Sofa" in Full Grain Leather 1970s - SOLD

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Iconic "Non Stop Sofa", model DS600, with 17 sections in full grain leather, by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland 1970’s. The length can be adjusted by zipping sections in or out of the sofa. It’s both extremely chic and comfortable.

W: 163 inches as shown
D: 41 inches
H: 28 inches
SH: 16 inches

Provenance: The NYC Residence of Actress Julianne Moore

Condition: Very good - some wrinkles and very minor wear. Leather has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

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Paul Evans "Patchwork" Lighter and Ashtray in Etched Aluminum 1970 - SOLD

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Rare "Patchwork" lighter and ashtray in etched aluminum by Paul Evans for C.C. Design, American 1970. These accessories were made in small numbers and these are in excellent original condition. Plate inside ashtray comes out for cleaning. If you smoke, it doesn’t get better than this.

Reference:
Paul Evans Designer & Sculptor, by Jeffrey Head, book published in 2012, this model is shown in the original catalogue on page 140: Model number for the lighter is ECC18 and ECC24 for ashtray.

Lighter
W: 3 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 10 inches
Ashtray
W: 8.25 inches
D: 8.25 inches
H: 2.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Paul Evans "Patchwork" Decorative Box in Etched Aluminum 1970 - SOLD

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Rare "Patchwork" hinged box in etched aluminum with 3 compartments lined in cork by Paul Evans for C.C. Design, American 1970. Boxes like this were made in small numbers and this is in excellent original condition. A wonderful collector’s piece.

Reference:
Paul Evans Designer & Sculptor, by Jeffrey Head, book published in 2012, this model is shown in the original catalogue on page 140: Model number for the box is ECC15.

W: 14 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 3.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Set of 8 Dining Chairs 1950s - SOLD

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Set of 8 beautifully made dining chairs model 4208 in walnut with new dark blue leather upholstery by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. The beautiful gentle curve of the legs and backs along with fine craftsmanship are hallmarks of Robjohn-Gibbings’ superior design methodology. These have been refinished and reupholstered in fine blue leather.

Reference:
Widdicomb fold out paper catalog published in the 1950’s, there is a drawing of this model side chair and arm chair with model numbers “4208 side chair (W)” and 4208 arm chair (W) below. W mean walnut.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 25 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered in fine blue leather.

SOLD

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Lobel Originals Pair of 2-Tier Side Tables in Vibrant Blue Snake Skin 2024 (Signed)

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Pair of superb 2-tier side tables covered in blue and black snake skin with moiré silk on bottom of each tier by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals, American 2024 (label on bottom reads “Lobel Originals NYC”). These tables are new pieces; they are meticulously crafted and exquisite in person.

Dimensions for each:
W: 12 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 21.5 inches

$12,000 For the pair

Condition:  New

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