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

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: 14 inches                
H: 24 inches                 

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Spinger "Tray Top Side Table" In Lacquered Goatskin 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted "Tray Top Side Table" with 2 tiers in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table has clean lines and is very elegant. Cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD small paper catalog published in the 1970’s on page 84 is a photograph of the coffee table model of this design.

Dimensions:
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 26 inches

Condition: Excellent - cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Ming Writing Desk/Console in Embossed Crocodile 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted Ming Writing Desk/Console in lacquered embossed crocodile leather with 3 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This was originally designed as a console which doubled as a writing desk but it is perfectly suited to be either. The glides on the drawers have been replaced with self-closing glides. Drawer bottoms covered in moire silk. Center drawer has a pencil holder. Springer’s lacquered leathers were typically done in a 2 tone lacquer and the colors here are white and ivory. 2 Tone lacquers give the leather incredible depth.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of the coffee table model of this desk with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 9”.

W: 63 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored and is in like new condition.

SOLD

ref: desk126

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Karl Springer Rare Backgammon/Games Table in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Parsons Style Backgammon Table" in lacquered goatskin with brass trim, backgammon board with inset gray and ox blood leather points, with flip up storage compartments and original game pieces and cups by Karl Springer, American 1970s. On the underside of the top which covers the backgammon table is a checker/chess board. Very few of these tables were made in lacquered goatskin. It is superbly crafted and very luxurious.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.

W (Closed): 50 inches
W (with trays extended): 66 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: gametable89

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Karl Springer Gilded Waste Basket 1987 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Waste basket, gilded with flare top, by Karl Springer, American 1987 (label on bottom reads "Karl Springer 1987"). These accessories were custom pieces and quite rare.

Dimensions:
W: 11 inches
D: 11 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory228

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Karl Springer Rare and Exceptional Large Sea Shell Mirror 1970s - Sold

Evan Lobel

Rare large and exceptional wall-hanging arc top mirror covered with sea shells arranged in a beautiful concentric pattern by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This piece is meticulously crafted and an early Springer design. The scale of this mirror is very impressive. There is a gentle curve to the arc top which give the mirror an extra dimension.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD small paper catalog published in the 1970s, section titled “mirrors”, this model is shown on page 77.

W: 37 inches
D: 4 inches
H: 61 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: mirror187

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Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Chinese Cube Style Tables" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of "Chinese Cube Style Tables" in artisan faux goatskin lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The size of these tables makes them ideal as side tables, bedside tables or coffee tables. Every edge of these tables is hand made as they are curved and contoured. As with all Karl Springer pieces, the lacquer work is superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s shows the coffee table version of this table, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 6 of this section there is a photo of the coffee table version with the heading “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE CUBE STYLE …. TABLE (page) 6”.

Dimensions for each:
W: 20 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 22.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: endtables97

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Karl Springer Console Table in Black Embossed Alligator Leather 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large "H Console Table" in tete-de-negre (2-tone black) alligator embossed leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The scale of this console is impressive. And the embossed crocodile leather is stunning.

Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 56 is a photo of this model in bench form.

W: 78 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 36 inches
Table H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Exceptional Embossed Crocodile Coffee Table 1989 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and luxurious "Heavy Parsons Style Coffee Table" in dark chocolate 2-tone embossed crocodile leather by Karl Springer, American 1989 (signed and dated on bottom). This table is superbly crafted in the finest materials. A timeless Karl Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 13 there is a photo of the same model in metal with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD HEAVY PARSON STYLE…COFFEE TABLE”

W: 42 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable571

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Karl Springer Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Macassar Ebony 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare set of 6 "Regency Arm Dining Chairs" in Macassar ebony with upholstered seats and backs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Elegant lines, superb materials and top notch craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs. These have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet by Lobel Modern.

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.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - Macassar ebony in very good condition, these have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Iconic "Free Form Table" in Polished Gold-Tinted Brass 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Iconic "Free Form Table", kidney shaped in seamlessly welded polished gold-tinted brass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is the epitome of superb craftsmanship. It can be used as either a coffee table or side table. Professionally polished and relacquered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables and bar carts”, section “H”, page 4, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD FREE FORM COFFEE TABLES 4” and shows an image of this model.

W: 33 inches                
D: 27 inches                
H: 19 inches                 

Condition: Excellent - this table has been professionally polished and relacquered.

SOLD

ref: coffeetable567

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Karl Springer Impressive Stacked Lucite Table Lamp 1980s

Evan Lobel

Iconic table lamp with stacked solid lucite slabs with radius corners and chrome hardware and double socket assembly by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp comes with the original string shade. A timeless Karl Springer design.

Dimensions:
W: 8 inches D: 5.5 inches
H: 28.5 inches

Shade W: 21.5 inches Shade D: 14 inches
Shade H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500

ref: tablelamp338

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Karl Springer "Parsons Style Game Table" in Embossed Lizard 1986 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in black embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of this table is superb. With its clean lines and beautiful color, this table is very elegant.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with a backgammon board with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.

W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly re-lacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: gametable87

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Karl Springer "J.M.F. Floor Lamp" in Black Lizard with Matching Leather Shade 1980s

Evan Lobel

"J.M.F. Floor Lamp" with gently curving shaft in black lizard with polished brass base and hardware with black leather shade by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The matching shade is extremely chic with this lamp. The craftsmanship is absolutely stunning. Brass has been newly cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Rewired by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 6 there is a photo of this model also with matching leather shade with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. FLOOR LAMP (page) 6”

Dimensions:
W: 7 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 62 inches (adjustable +3 inches)

Shade W: 23 inches
Shade D: 23 inches
Shade H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been newly cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Also rewired by Lobel Modern.

$12,000

ref: floorlamp226

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Karl Springer "Molding Box" in Multicolor Lacquers 1970s

Evan Lobel

Hinged “Molding Box” with multi-colored lacquer design and dark green suede interior by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Springer’s superb lacquer work and attention to detail make this box a little gem.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive, there is a photograph of this model box in the first Karl Springer NYC showroom in the 1970’s.

Lobel Modern Archive, there is an original invoice dated November 2, 1983 for this model box on file.

H: 5 inches
W: 16 inches
D: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

$4,500

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Karl Springer "Half Round Molding Mirror" in Lacquered Gold Leaf 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Half Round Molding Mirror" in mirror lacquered gold leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror is the epitome of glamor. Hangs on a wire on the back. Mirror is beveled. A beautiful Karl Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Ltd Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 4 shows this model mirror , top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD HALF ROUND MOLDING MIRROR (page) 4”.

Diam: 48 inches
D: 3.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Karl Springer Set of 3 Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s

Evan Lobel

Set of 3 candle holders in polished brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Beautifully made, these iconic Springer candle holders would complement any interior.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, Section “lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK   (page) 18” shows this model in the top left photograph.

Dimensions for Each:
Diam: 8 inches
H Small: 13 inches / with candle shown 18 inches
H Medium: 16 inches / with candle shown 21 inches
H Large: 20 inches / with candle shown 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

$6,500 for the set

ref: accessory241

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Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres" 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of large illuminating hand-blown “Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres” with scavo finish and uplights inside by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale of these lamps is very impressive. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, shows a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS TABLE TOP TORCHERE”.

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 15 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Diam of Base: 8 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps447

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Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres" 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of large illuminating hand-blown “Venetian Glass Table Top Torcheres” with scavo finish and uplights inside by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale of these lamps is very impressive. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, shows a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD VENETIAN GLASS TABLE TOP TORCHERE”.

Diam: 14.5 inches
H: 25.5 inches
Diam of Base: 8 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and wiring with line switch.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps447

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Karl Springer "Round Leg Etagere" in Solid Lucite and Steel 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Round Leg Etagere" in solid lucite and brushed and polished steel with 5 customized glass shelves by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of this piece is superb with polished steel supports under the glass. While this design was more often done with coffee tables and benches, very few etageres were ever made. There is a glass shelf on the top.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 2 of this section shows the table version of the same design with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD ROUND LEG TWO-TIER COFFEE TABLE (page) 2”.

W: 48 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 74 inches

Condition: Excellent

$28,000

ref: etagere19

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