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

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Large and rare rectangular "Eternal Forest" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand painted enamels in blue, green, and orange by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The coloration of the enamels on top of the captivating repeating nature motif is superb. 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.”

W: 47 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent

$55,000

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Milo Baughman Attributed Pair Of Chrome X Benches 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of X benches with tubular chrome bases and upholstered seats attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. These benches are beautifully made.

W: 22.5 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 20 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Saporiti Large and Impressive Credenza in Dark Lacquered Goatskin with Glass Top 1980s

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Impressive and large 4-door credenza in luxurious lacquered dark brown goatskin and bronze with floating bronze glass top by Saporiti, Italian 1980's. Interior is lacquered black. The side compartments hold shelves and a drawer and the middle compartment holds two shelves. The craftsmanship of this piece is superb. The floating glass top makes it perfect as a server.

W: 84 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent - Goatskin has been cleaned and polished. New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern. Few small spots in bronze.

$20,000

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Willy Rizzo Pair of “Flaminia Coffee Tables” in Polished Chrome and Brass 1970s (Signed)

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Pair of beautifully made 2-tier "Flaminia Coffee Tables" in polished chrome and brass with inset bronze glass at top and lower shelf by Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970's (Both signed “Willy Rizzo” on front). These tables are super chic from every angle. This is an iconic Willy Rizzo design.

Reference:
Willy Rizzo , Published 2009 by Mallett to accompany exhibitions in London and New York, pages 58-59 show this design as a pair of end tables under the title “THE FLAMINIA END TABLES".

Dimensions for each:
W: 31.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 16 inches

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

$8,500 for the pair

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Large Molding Mirror in Ivory Lacquer 1970s- SOLD

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Large wall hanging molding mirror in ivory lacquer, custom design, American 1970's.  This mirror is beautifully crafted.

W: 55 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Custom Serving Cart in Stainless Steel and Lucite 1980s

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Impressive and meticulously crafted large rolling 3-tier serving/bar cart in polished stainless steel with thick solid lucite slabs on each tier by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The metalwork and the perfectly clear lucite are both superb. This was typically made with 2 tiers; this is a unique variation.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 12 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD STAINLESS STEEL & LUCITE BAR-CART (page) 12”

W: 31 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent - Lucite has been newly cleaned and polished, metal has been newly cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.

$12,000

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

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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

SOLD

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Edward Wormley Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Mahogany with Cane Backs 1940s - SOLD

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Set of 6 elegant dining chairs model no. 4632S in mahogany with cane backs and upholstered seats by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1940's. These iconic Dunbar chairs are very comfortable. Newly refinished and newly reupholstered in textured chenille by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
The Dunbar Black and White Book published by the Dunbar Furniture Corporation in 1956, there is a photograph of this model chair on the bottom of page 61 with the title “4632S Side Chair”. Index in back reads, “ Cane back… mahogany frame.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 19 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 19 inches with seat cushion shown

Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished and newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Hand-Blown Glass Vase with Murrhines and Vertical Rods 1959-60

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Hand-blown glass vase from the Murrine Incatenate Series in opaline glass with red and yellow murrhines and light blue rods by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1959-60. Fuga created unique works of art that are timeless and captivating.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of this series is on page 122 with the title "MURRINE INCATENATE 1959-60.” Photographs of similar models in this series can be found on pages 123-160.

Arte Vetraria Muranese - Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, published by Arnolsche in 2020, a photograph of a model from this series is on page 112 with a caption that reads, “Anzolo Fuga Murrine incatente, c. 1959.”

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of original works stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Dimensions:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

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Mahogany Coffee Table with Inset Glass Top by Pace Collection 1980s - SOLD

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Round coffee table in mahogany with X base and beveled glass top by Adam Tihany for Pace Collection, Venezia Series, American 1980's

H: 17.5 inches
Diam: 4 ft. 3 inches

SOLD

Condition:  Excellent

Ref: coffeetable278

Paul Frankl Set of 4 Plunging Neckline Dining/Game Chairs 1950s - SOLD

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Set of 4 "Plunging Neckline" dining/game chairs by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, American 1950's. Refinished and newly upholstered in white leather. These chairs are both very chic and comfortable.

W: 21 inches
D:  19.5 inches
H:  36 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Superb "Tao" Coffee Table on Pedestal Base 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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"Tao" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels and gold and copper leaf on a faceted pedestal base with enamel cloisonne by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The coloration of this table 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, the TAO motif is shown on pages 56-59 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “Here, the LaVernes were showing Tao philosophy that was primarily concerned with the importance of man in relation to his surroundings and architecture.”

Diam: 36 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Jansen Style Dining Table in Polished Gunmetal and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Rare and exceptional "Hexagonal Jansen Style Table" in polished gunmetal and brass with thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The meticulous craftsmanship and beautiful materials are the hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs. This table can be used as a dining table with a large glass top (as shown) or a center table with a top fitted to the base. It is very versatile and was designed to be such. The metal has been completely restored and the table is in excellent condition. We will fabricate a new glass top to spec for the purchaser. It can take a larger glass top if desired.

Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980s, in section “tables” on page 5 there is a photo of of this model with the heading “KARL SPRINGER LTD  HEXAGONAL-JANSEN STYLE DINING TABLE BASE (page) 5”.  

Glass Top Diam: 60 inches
Base W: 39 inches
Base D: 39 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - metal has been newly polished and lacquered.

SOLD

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Giulio Radi Stunning Hand-Blown Glass Vase with Silver Foil Ca. 1950

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Hand-blown glass vase with silver foil and blue and red murrhines, from the Reazione Policrome Series by Giulio Radi for AVEM, Murano Italy, ca 1950. The coloration of this little jewel is superb.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 48 through 55 show similar pieces by Giulio Radi with the same technique.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of original works stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 5 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

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Anzolo Fuga Important and Iconic Hand-Blown Glass Vase Ca. 1960

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Rare and important hand-blown glass vase from the “Windows (Finestre) Series” incorporating multicolor rods, lattimo (white glass) and murrhines by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1960. This Fuga design was not only extremely difficult to execute, it was avante garde and still stands out as a testament to his creativity and artisanship. This work is superb.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, this model is shown on page 162 with the caption, “Windows vase, ca 1960.” A general description of the Windows series (1960) is on page 161.

Arte Vetraria Muranese - Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, a photograph of this model is used on the book cover. On page 123 is the same color photograph with a caption that reads, “Anzolo Fuga Finestre series, c. 1960.”

Dimensions:
Diam: 6.5 inches
H: 14.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Karl Springer Rare Coffee Table with Legs in Embossed Lizard Leather 1980s

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Exceptional and rare large "Sculpture Leg Coffee Table" with legs in bone embossed lizard leather with polished chrome elements and thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale, craftsmanship, and fine materials are equally impressive. This table was typically done with metal legs; this is a rare variation in embossed lizard leather.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 1 is a picture of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 8” DIAMETER, COFFEE TABLE WITH SCULPTURE LEG (page) 1”.

Dimensions:
W: 63.5 inches
D: 39.5 inches
H: 16 inches
Glass: 60 inches x 36 inches x 1 inch thick

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

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Large and Exceptional Artisan Mirror in Lacquered Goatskin 1988

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Beautifully crafted impressive mirror with frame in lacquered goatskin by Enrique Garcez, Colombia 1988 (original label dated on back). The gently curved form and the scale of this mirror make it a standout. The coloration of the goatskin is superb. This mirror can hang horizontally or vertically.

Dimensions as shown:
W: 58 inches
D: 4 inches
H: 47 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Karl Springer Large Artisan Hand Etched Glass Vase 1980s - SOLD

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Large artisan glass vase with abstract etched design by artist Joseph Spohr for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Spohr was a master glass etcher, not only engraving glass but giving it superb variation and depth. He made a handful of special pieces for Karl Springer’s showroom.

D: 9 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Paul Evans Rare Tension Floor Lamp in Welded Steel and Gold Leaf 1965 - SOLD

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Unique tension floor lamp in torch-cut welded and enameled steel and gold leaf with original pleated fabric shade by Paul Evans Studio, American 1965. Adjustable screws at top and bottom allow the lamp to stand up using the tension between the floor and ceiling. This piece exemplifies the exceptional artisanship and ingenuity of Paul Evans.

Dimensions as Shown:
W: 6 inches at base
D: 6 inches at base
H: 98 inches (Adjustable to 122 inches)
Shade Diam: 12 inches
Shade H: 22 inches

Condition: Lamp is in excellent - original shade has some marks and small tears

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Magnificent "Tao" Table 1960s (Signed)

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Superb petit "Tao" coffee/side table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant hand-painted enamels in blue, orange, and green with gold and copper leaf by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The coloration of this little gem is magnificent. This table is a work of art from every angle.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the TAO motif is shown on pages 56-59 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “Here, the LaVernes were showing Tao philosophy that was primarily concerned with the importance of man in relation to his surroundings and architecture.”

Diam: 28 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$18,000

ref: coffeetable615