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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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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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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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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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Set of 4 “J.M.F".” game/dining chairs in custom color lacquered goatskin, gray with green highlights, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The subtle green tone of the goatskin is stunning. These chairs are exquisitely crafted and exceptionally chic. They are shown with a Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Etruscan Spiral game table and they go perfectly with it.
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: 20 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of “J.M.F. Chairs” in hand-applied artisan goatskin lacquer, gray with green highlights, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The coloration and variation of the goatskin lacquer is superb.
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: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500 for the pair
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Pair of stylish wingback chairs with fluted wood bases in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italian 1950's. These chairs are both beautiful and comfortable. Bases have been newly refinished. These were recently reupholstered.
W: 33.5 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 43 inches
SH: 19 inches
Condition: Bases in excellent condition - newly refinished by Lobel Modern. Few small spots in fabric.
SOLD
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Rare pair of “Belle of the Ball Stools” in hand-carved and sculpted American black walnut blocks by Michael Coffey, American 2007 (each is signed "MCoffey" on underside of seat). Each stool is slightly different in design, making both a unique piece. Michael Coffey was a craftsman and an artist who sculpted superb shapes in wood. In the tradition of George Nakashima, Wendell Castle, and Jack Rogers Hopkins, Coffey's handmade, unique works combine the sculptural forms of nature with a deep appreciation for the intrinsic beauty of wood. The design of the seats and back raised edge makes them very comfortable.
Reference:
Michael Coffey: Sculptor and Furniture Maker in Wood by Michael Coffey published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2023. There is a photo of this model in black walnut on page 95 with the description, “The Belle of the Ball Stool, 1973, American black walnut, a sculptural stool that exudes the feeling created by a ballroom dancer pirouetting around the dance floor in a ballooning gown.”
Dimensions for each:
D: 22 inches
W: 26.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - few small scratches consistent with light use.
$25,000 for the pair
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Pair of beautifully crafted “J.M.F. Chairs” in deep two tone chocolate embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1983 (signed with label on bottom "Karl Springer 1983"). Every detail of these chairs is absolutely stunning.
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: 19 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of “J.M.F. Chairs” in ostrich skin by Karl Springer, American 1982 (signed “Karl Springer 1982” on leather label beneath seat). These chairs are exquisitely crafted.
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
W: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of swiveling tufted club chairs model no. 2084 in red velvet with recessed walnut base by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, American 1970s. These chairs are comfortable, elegant, and luxurious.
Reference:
Ward Bennett Designs for Brickel Associates Catalog from the 1970s in Lounge Chairs/Sofas section of fold-out catalog is a drawing of this model chair labeled “2084.” Description on back reads, “2084 LOUNGE CHAIR, tufted inside back, arms, and seat.”
W: 31 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000 for the pair
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Pair of “J.M.F. chairs” in two tone ivory lacquered embossed lizard leather with custom leather seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of these chairs is superb.
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: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500 for the pair
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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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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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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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Set of 10 elegant dining chairs in thick clear solid lucite with upholstered seats, these were custom made, American early-2000s. Each chair has a rounded backrest with stunning details and tapering legs. These chairs are beautifully made and very glamorous. There is no cloudiness in the lucite.
Dimensions for each:
W: 20.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - few light scratches. Small repair to bottom of one chair. Remarkable condition given the age.
$35,000 for the set of 10
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Set of 4 exceptional “J.M.F. Barstools” in brown leather with brushed brass foot rests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship on these bar stools is superb. The seats and backs gently curve which makes these very comfortable. Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. We can customize the seat height to spec.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 21 is a photograph of this model shown with another model, page titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD JMF BARSTOOL & RUHLMAN BARSTOOL (page) 21”
Dimensions of each:
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 40.5 inches
SH: 30 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. Light scratches on brass foot rests consistent with age and light use.
Ref: barstools53
Tailored pair of upholstered "Souffle Ottomans” with bases in seamlessly welded polished brass with hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in beige chenille fabric by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The pair are both comfortable and stunning.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”
Dimensions for each:
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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Pair of "T Chairs" in stainless steel with brown leather sling seats and backs by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, American 1950's. New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.
W: 23
H: 31.5
D: 22
Seat H: 16.5
Condition: Excellent, New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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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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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
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