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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 Rare and Exceptional "Tower of Babel" Collectors Painting 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare Large "Tower of Babel" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant enamel cloisonne, colorful hand-painted enamels and unique engraved frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front). This was done as part of a special Collectors Edition framed in the Kuan motif of interlocking circles, which is meant to evoke something from the past. The depth and quality of the enamel cloisonne against the rich dark patina of the bronze and pewter is absolutely 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 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 inches
H: 40 inches

Condition: Excellent

$25,000

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

Stunning Pair of Italian Bedside Tables in Mahogany with Brass Accents 1950s

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully crafted bedside tables in mahogany with satinwood inlays, each with 3 drawers and a door, with clean-line brass pulls and brass sabots, Italian 1950's. These bedside tables are very elegant and hand-crafted. The pulls are stunning.

Dimensions for each:
W: 25.5 inches
D: 14.5 inches
H: 24.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500 for the pair

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categories CASE PIECES
tags BEDSIDE

Paul Evans Rare Skyscraper Dining Table in Sculptured Bronze Resin 1972 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Large and unique "Skyscraper Dining Table" in textured bronze resin with thick slab design and glass top by Paul Evans, American 1972 (signed and dated “PE 72” near bottom of base). The scale and complexity of the base is incredible. We can customize a glass top for you.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, this model table is shown in a photograph at the bottom of page 91 with the caption, “Directional catalog page, 1965”.

Dimensions:
Base:
W: 62 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 28 inches
Overall H: 29 inches

Glass Top as shown:
W: 84 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 3/4 inch

Condition: Excellent

$35,000

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categories TABLES
tags PAULEVANS3, DINING / GAME 2

Karl Springer Rare Credenza in Taupe Leather and Brass 1985 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Three Door, Three Drawer Cabinet" covered in taupe leather with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1985 (Signed “Karl Springer 1985” on bottom). The craftsmanship of this beautiful credenza is superb. The leather color combined with the brass accents is very chic. The back of this piece is lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, in the section “cabinets & etageres”, on page 4 there is a photo of this model with the caption “KARL SPRINGER LTD THREE DOOR, THREE DRAWER CABINET (page) 4”

Reference:
Lobel Modern retains original Karl Springer LTD invoice dated 1985.

W: 60 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent - few spots on brass

SOLD

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categories CASE PIECES
tags KARLSPRINGER11, sold case pieces 7

Milo Baughman Long Slipper Sofa in Tufted Silver Satin Vinyl 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Long slipper sofa in box tufted silver satin hernatite vinyl with chrome base by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. Clean design makes this piece both chic end elegant. It’s extremely comfortable.

W:98 inches
D: 31 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 14

J. Antony Redmile Turtle Coffee Table Bejeweled with Shells and Crystals 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare and unique coffee table with a large hand-carved wood turtle bejeweled with stunning sea shells, polished agate, amethyst and quartz crystals, coral, and brass accents with a silver plated top plate incorporating polished amethyst stones set inside radiating medallions by J. Antony Redmile, England 1970s (signed “Redmile London” on top). New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern. J. Antony Redmile had a boutique in London in the 1960’s through the 1980’s selling bespoke artisan works featuring precious and exotic materials. His work was often inspired by nature and the sea. This table is a show stopper and is absolutely magnificent. This table can take any shape glass top. We can help you fabricate one to spec if needed.

Reference:
Sanai & Sons book on J. Antony Redmile, on pages 60-61 is a photograph of a pair of similar turtles.


Dimensions:
Overall
Diam: 36 inches (glass top)
H: 17.5 inches to top of glass

Base:
W: 34 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 19 inches to top of finial

Condition: Excellent - new glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern.


$22,000

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categories TABLES
tags COFFEE7

Karl Springer Rare Coffee Table with Solid Lucite Base and Glass Top 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare "Lucite Trestle Style Coffee Table" with base in solid polished Lucite with glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" in Lucite on leg). This is an exceptionally crafted table that is completely stunning from every angle. We can help you fabricate a custom glass top to spec. The bases are adjustable and the horizontal shaft can be positioned to protrude further out of the vertical bases if desired.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 8 is a photo of this model as a console table titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD LUCITE TRESTLE STYLE CONSOLE (page) 8”

Dimensions:
Base:
W: 35 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Glass Top:
W: 48 inches
D: 40 inches
H: 1 inch

Condition: Excellent - professionally cleaned and polished. Few small scratches in glass top.

$15,000

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, COFFEE7

Tommi Parzinger 2-Door Cabinet with Illuminating Glass Top 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

2 Door cabinet with sculpted doors and sides with geometric motif with iconic engraved brass pulls and hinges, and illuminating glass top by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960’s. This is a custom order Parzinger piece with the illuminating top. Lobel Modern has replaced the fluorescent bulb with LED lights. The engraved brass pulls are stunning.

W: 38 inches
D: 16.5 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - Illuminating top newly rewired with new LED light and switch.

SOLD

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categories CASE PIECES
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, sold case pieces 7

Karl Springer Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in Satin Bronze 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in satin bronze with polished brass inlays and an inset glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The Art Moderne series is one of Springer’s best. This piece has been fully restored - metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The glass top is newly fabricated by Lobel Modern. The combination of satin bronze with polished brass is super chic. The coloration of the bronze is perfectly even - any lighter areas are from the spotlights in the showroom.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo of this table in the Karl Springer showroom.


Dimensions:
D: 40 inches
W: 54 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metals have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER17, sold tables 20

Paul Evans Pair of Rare Etageres in Tessellated Burl and Brass 1975 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of etageres from the PE 500 series, called Waterfall, in tessellated burl with radius corners in tessellated brass and smoked glass shelves by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1975. This model etagere is rare and to have a pair is even rarer. The wood and brass have been restored .

Reference:
Paul Evans: Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle, published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, page 66 shows a photograph of this model etagere with the caption, “in 1975, PE 500, called Waterfall, featured more curvileniar forms...”

Dimensions for Each:
W: 36.5 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 84.5 inches

Condition: Very Good - a few dents and light scratches in brass consistent with age. Few light scratches in glass.

SOLD

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categories CASE PIECES
tags PAULEVANS3, sold case pieces 7

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Exceptional "Eternal Forest" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and rare "Eternal Forest" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant hand painted enamels in blue, green, and orange by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). This rare table is a masterful work of art with its superb coloration and organic repeating nature motif. It is in impeccable condition. This is one of the most sought after designs by the LaVernes.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, Eternal Forest tables are shown on pages 120-121 in the section titled The Abstract Series . The caption reads, “Created in the 1960s, the ETERNAL FOREST table is described in the Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III catalog, published in the 1970s: ”Symbol of the continuity of life and growth, a peaceful unending forest stands before us. Hand-sculptured of bronze and pewter, with delicate tones of natural patinas.”

Diam: 42 inches
H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 8, sold tables 20

Karl Springer 2-Tier Tray Top Side Table in Blue Shagreen with Bone Inlays 1980s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted Tray Top Side Table with removable tray in blue shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (remnant of brass Karl Springer label on top of table beneath tray). The details of this table are superb. It is a stunning piece from every angle.

W: 15.5 inches
D: 13 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, END / SIDE 6, OCCASIONAL

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Synergy" in Patinated Bronze, Pewter and Copper 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique abstract collage “Synergy” in patinated bronze, pewter and copper with abstract Kuan motif engraved on sections by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “P+K LAVERNE”). The sense of balance and movement is extraordinary.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this collage is shown in the section The Paintings on page 247. The caption reads, “SYNERGY, a unique collage in patinated and engraved bronze, copper, and pewter, was created in the 1970s. Kelvin stated, “This is a work where a confluence of a variety of metals and tones, set at different angles, play against each other to create a sense of movement and composition. A circular design was added to induce a slight textural nuance that contrasts with the plain surfaces of the bronze and pewter tones of the various metals and to complete the synergistic effect I had envisioned.”

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 15 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 21.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories ART
tags Laverne 4, sold Art 9

Karl Springer Pair of Rare JMF Benches in Ox Blood Goatskin with Cushions 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of rare sculptural “J.M.F. Benches” in oxblood lacquered goatskin with seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These exquisite benches are stunning in every way. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 50 is a photo of this model with a seat cushion.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 24 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - New custom cushions fabricated by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER16, sold seating 14

Artisan Etagere with Glass Frame and Rattan Accents 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique artisan etagere with frame in glass with rattan wraps, caned shelf and bottom and glass shelves, American 1970's. The glass supports are quite impressive. This is a luxurious etagere that would feel right at home in Palm Beach or the Hamptons.

Dimensions:
D: 16 inches
W: 36.5 inches
H: 79 inches

Condition: Excellent - no chips or cracks in glass

SOLD

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tags sold case pieces 7

Karl Springer Monumental Hand Blown Scavo Glass and Bronze Urn 1980s - SOLD

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"Venetian Glass and Bronze Urn", hand-blown glass with scavo finish and hand-forged bronze base and decorative elements by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. This rare large urn is extremely impressive. Inspired by Art Deco, it is a stunning Karl Springer masterwork.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, there is a photograph of this model shown with the title, “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS AND BRONZE URN“.

Diam: 14 inches                
H: 24 inches                 

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories ART
tags KARLSPRINGER15, sold Art 9

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Mirror "Broken Promises" 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important mirror "Broken Promises" in patinated and engraved bronze with angled and notched design by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The side elements employ negative space and alternating angles, creating a unique sculpture that is tailored and very striking. This mirror is an impressive and unique work of art.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive contains a photo of this mirror with the title “Broken Promises” written by Kelvin LaVerne.
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this mirror is part of the series called the “Brazed Series”.

W: 33.5 inches
D: 3 inch
H: 44 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags Laverne 8, Sold Beds / Mirrors 4

Karl Springer Monumental Hand Blown Scavo Glass and Bronze Urn 1980s

Evan Lobel

"Venetian Glass and Bronze Urn", hand-blown glass with scavo finish and hand-forged bronze base and decorative elements by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. This rare large urn is extremely impressive. Inspired by Art Deco, it is a stunning Karl Springer masterwork.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, there is a photograph of this model shown with the title, “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS AND BRONZE URN“.

Diam: 15 inches                
H: 24.5 inches                 

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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categories ART
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, GLASS 5, SCULPTURES 4

Aldo Nason Hand-Blown Vase in Amber Glass with Vibrant Murrhines and Silver Foil 1950s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully executed hand-blown glass vase in amber glass over white with multicolor murrhines and silver foil by Aldo Nason for A.V.E.M., Murano Italy, 1950's. The shape of this piece and the colors make it a gem.

Reference:
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, 50’s and 60’s.

Diam: 7 inches
H: 7.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

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categories ART
tags GLASS 5

Karl Springer Set of 4 Dining/Game Chairs in Black Lacquer 1980s

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 "Regina" game/dining chairs in high gloss black lacquer with seats and backs upholstered in black leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These elegantly curving chairs are striking in sleek black lacquer. The craftsmanship, like with all Karl Springer pieces, is remarkable.

Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, section “A”, page 19, top of page reads “REGINA SIDE CHAIR” and shows an image of this model.

Dimensions for each:
W: 21.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 19 inches


Condition: Very Good - Few light scratches in lacquer.

$15,000 for the set of 4

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, DINING CHAIRS 2