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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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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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Hand blown 6 arm glass chandelier with scavo finish by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seguso executed all of Karl Springer’s hand-blown glass pieces and Karl’s preferred finish was scavo which means “dug up” and imitates ancient objects in the form and texture to those found in archaeological excavations. During manufacturing, a mixture of several powders (carbonates nitrates, talc, silica, etc.) is dispersed on the glass surface. Then the object is heated up to 800-Celsius degrees. A stunning work of art.
Lobel Modern Archive has numerous ads published in the 1980’s in Architectural Digest showing this chandelier.
Diam: 34.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Provenance: This chandelier comes from the collection of a gentleman who worked for Karl Springer before the showroom closed.
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare "Bristol Coffee Table" in white leather with inset shagreen on top with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1989 (signed and dated with leather label on bottom). This table perfectly exemplifies the superb craftsmanship that defines Karl Springer. This table has been completely restored - leather has been relacquered and shagreen has been professionally cleaned.
W: 44 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent, Leather has been relacquered and Shagreen has been professionally cleaned.
SOLD
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Pair of "Candlestick Lamps" in solid lucite with brass trim and hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These are superbly crafted.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, on page 21 of the section there is a photo of this model lamp with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD CANDLESTICK LAMP (page) 21”.
For Each:
D: 8 inches
H: 27.5 inches (adjustable with riser)
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 7 inches
Condition: Excellent - lucite has been cleaned and polished. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new lampshades. In like new condition.
SOLD
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Pair of meticulously crafted lounge chairs, "Dowelwood Armchairs", in solid ceruse oak with seat and back cushions in stitched ultrasuede by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale and quality of these chairs is simply superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980s, section “seating”, on page 17 this model chair is shown and the page is titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD DOWELWOOD SOFA & ARMCHAIR (page) 17”
W: 31 inches
D: 34.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of "Purcell Sconces" in polished brass with illuminating molded lucite inserts by Karl Springer, 1980's. These are beautifully made and the combination of materials is chic.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980s, in the section titled “lighting” there is a photo of this model scone with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PURCELL SCONCE”.
Dimensions for each:
W: 16.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Ref: sconces47
Pair of "Square Column Fluted Lamps" in polished gunmetal with impressed signature on back by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Custom square shades with top diffuser are brand new. These lamps are super chic. All metal elements are gunmetal including bases.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 22 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD SQUARE COLUMN FLUTED LAMP (page) 22”
W: 7 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 29 inches (adjustable)
Lamp shade: 14 inches x 14 inches x 7 inches high
Condition: Excellent - gunmetal has been professionally polished. Lamps have been rewired. Shades are new.
SOLD
ref: tablelamps434
Unique “Rain Drum End/Coffee Table” with base in polished copper and top in petrified wood with free form edge by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer often incorporated exotic organic materials into his designs thereby making them totally unique. This table is absolutely stunning. it can be used as an end table or as a coffee table.
W: 38 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 19 inches
Diam of base: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent. Copper professionally polished and lacquered, stone professionally cleaned and polished.
SOLD
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Rare stunning "Square Leg Writing Desk" in gold tinted brass and brushed gunmetal with inset top panels in embossed shagreen leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This desk has 3 drawers; center drawer has a pencil holder. Only a handful of these exist. The craftsmanship and finishes are superb.
W: 56 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Clearance to the underside of the desk is 26 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally polished and lacquered. The inset leather tops are new.
SOLD
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Exceptional pair of "Square Fluted Column Lamps" in brushed and polished pewter by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" on both). As with all Karl Springer pieces, these are beautifully made. The pewter is a richer, subtler metal than chrome.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 22 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD SQUARE COLUMN FLUTED LAMP (page) 22”
W: 4.5 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 29 inches (adjustable)
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" on recessed casters with polished chrome bases and seats newly upholstered in dark blue velvet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. A classic Karl Springer design.
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”
Each:
W: 25 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly upholstered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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"Souffle Ottoman" with polished brass base and hidden castors with authentic zebra skin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Karl Springer’s use of zebra on this ottoman make it special and incredibly chic.
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”
W: 25 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare pair of "JMF Benches" in high gloss black lacquer with original leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These sculptural benches are absolutely stunning examples of Springer’s ability to combine elegant forms with the finest materials.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, this model is shown on page 50 turned 90 degrees with the cushion in the curved section. They were made both ways.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 21 inches
Condition: Excellent, newly lacquered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
Ref: benches45
Hinged box covered in brown and black cobra with interior covered in moiré silk by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are superb.
W: 10.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 7.5 inches
$5,500
Condition: Excellent
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Rare pair of etageres, racetrack forms, in solid stainless steel with mirror glass shelves, by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These etageres are meticulously crafted and absolutely stunning.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, this model etagere is shown on pages 64 and 65.
W: 48 inches
D: 14 inches
H: 72 inches
Condition: Very good - some light scratches in metal. Lobel Modern has fabricated new mirror glass shelves.
SOLD
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Chic 8 Sided "Double Bulls Eye Mirror" in black and ivory lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1970's. A beautiful early Springer design.
W: 40 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 38 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of “JMF Barstools” in black embossed lizard leather with brass footrests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The embossed leather is very luxurious and these are fine examples of Springer’s superb craftsmanship.
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”
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 40.5 inches
SH: 30 inches
$9,500 for the pair
Condition: Excellent - patina to brass consistent with age.
Ref: barstools50
Rare "Round Leg Side Table" in brushed steel with brass accents and inset glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on stretcher). This table is meticulously crafted. Metal has been newly cleaned and polished and is in great condition.
W: 24 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Knife Edge Game Table" with square top in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is beautifully crafted and proportioned. This table would also make a great center table.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980s, section “dining tables” shows this design in the dining table version.
W: 38 inches
D: 38 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - we have professionally cleaned and polished this table
SOLD
Ref: gametable82
Pair of "Regency Arm Chairs" in polished stainless steel with brass back detail and black pony skin seats by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. The craftsmanship of this pair of Regency Arm Chairs is off the charts. And they are super chic! These are ideal game table chairs or accent chairs for any room.
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 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Ref: armchairs20
