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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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Large and exceptional “Dome Top Mirror” with frame in black shagreen and beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1980's (metal label on back reads "Karl Springer"). The materials and craftsmanship of this mirror are superb.
W: 33 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 62.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large hand-thrown ceramic urn, undulating form with horizontal channeled top, by ceramicist Plotsky for Karl Springer, American 1981 (signed and dated "Karl Springer 81" on the bottom with artist insignia on side). This artist made this model exclusively for Karl Springer. This work is very impressive and beautifully made.
Reference:
Authentication from Tom Langevin, Director of Production at Karl Springer Ltd in the 1970’s and 80’s will accompany this piece upon sale.
Diam: 16 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Early and rare game table with backgammon board in embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's (remnants of old Karl Springer leather label on bottom).
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Brown Paper Catalog published in the 1970’s, page 17 shows a photo of this model.
W: 41 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been completely restored.
SOLD
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Pair of exceptional table lamps in green shagreen and bronze by Karl Springer, American 1980's All 4 sides are covered in shagreen. Meticulous craftsmanship and the finest materials are hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs.
For Each:
W: 6 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 26.5 inches (adjustable with riser)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Monumental hand-blown Venetian Glass urn/vase, black with scavo (rough) finish, by Seguso (Murano, Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom “KARL SPRINGER”). This is an artisan glass piece and is made by hand. It is rare and very impressive.
Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, shows the lamp version of this urn.
Diam: 14.5 inches
H: 25.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Monumental and superb large “Half Round Molding Mirror with Step Down Detail" in high gloss lacquered gold leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale of this mirror is impressive and the craftsmanship and materials are superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Ltd red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 6 shows this model mirror, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD HALF ROUND MOLDING MIRROR WITH STEP DOWN DETAIL (page) 6”.
Diam: 52 inches
Depth: 5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Giacometti Style Floor Lamp" in patinated bronze by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Karl Springer’s bronze pieces are hand-forged by artisans. It’s beautifully made.
W: 9.25 inches
D: 9.25 inches
H: 60 inches
Shade Diam: 20 inches
Shade H: 11 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Parsons Style Game Table" in ivory lacquered linen and bronze with backgammon table under lift-off cover with original game pieces by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted. A timeless design.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows this model table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.
W: 44 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - fully cleaned and restored
SOLD
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Duchess Console covered in blue lacquered linen on brass casters by Karl Springer LTD, American late-1990's (signed on bottom with metal label which reads "Karl Springer"). This is a classic and beautifully made Springer design - like his Telephone Tables.
W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 33 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Matched rare pair of monumental "Dome Top Art Deco Mirrors" completely covered in beveled mirror panels with up lights inside dome tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These mirrors are very impressive in person. Beautifully made, these are a classic Karl Springer design. It is rare to have a pair.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “mirrors”, on page 9 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD DOME TOP ART DECO MIRROR…..(page) 9”.
W: 33 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 76 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of exceptional “Telephone Style Tables” completely clad in mint shagreen with inset bone inlays around top and bottom shelves with brass castors by Karl Springer Ltd, American 2002 (signed on bottom with metal label which reads "Karl Springer"). Bottoms are clad in Macassar ebony.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 14 there is a photo of this model table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD TELEPHONE STYLE TABLE (page) 14”.
W: 14 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of rare and exceptional "Dowelwood Armchairs and Ottomans" in ceruse oak with cow hide cushions by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale and meticulous craftsmanship of these chairs is simply incredible.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “seating” on page 17 there is a photo of this model chair and sofa with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD DOWELWOOD SOFA & ARMCHAIR (page) 17”
Chairs
W: 31.5 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
Ottomans
W: 28 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Ming Console Table" covered in midnight brown fine lacquered linen by Karl Springer, American 1995 (signed on bottom with metal label which reads "Karl Springer"). This table is meticulously crafted.
W: 60 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Artisan table lamp with sections in high gloss midnight blue lacquer with solid lucite discs spacers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This lamp is beautifully made.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970s, in the section titled “floor lamps, lamps, wall sconces” there is a photo of this model on page 27.
Diam: 8 inches
H: 31 inches (adjustable)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches
Condition: Excellent - new lacquered and in like-new condition
SOLD
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Meticulously crafted vanity/dressing table mirror in polished steel and brass with magnifier on one side and mirror on the other by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror has been completely restored - polished and lacquered.
W: 21 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 15 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of J.M.F. Chairs in lacquered raffia by Karl Springer, American 1993 (signature on bottom reads "Karl Springer 1993"). These are very elegant and the raffia is quite beautiful.
Reference:
Karl Springer catalog, red binder, section “seating”, page 4 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”, published 1980’s.
W: 18 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
$8,500 for the pair
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Rare and extraordinary complete set of 3 "Free Form Coffee Tables" in polished brass with black glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. This is considered one of Springer’s best coffee table designs. They are seamlessly welded solid brass and the craftsmanship is extraordinary. Tables have adjustable glides on bottom. These tables have gone through 6 months of restoration which includes polishing metal, lacquering with gold tint lacquer Karl Springer originally used, and fabrication of new black glass tops. We left the original foam under the glass to show age of tables.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables and bar carts”, page 4, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD FREE FORM COFFEE TABLES 4” and shows an image of these tables which comprise the complete set.
Largest to smallest:
W: 48 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 14 inches
W: 46 inches
D: 29 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 33 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent. Brass polished and lacquered with new glass tops
SOLD
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Exquisite "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in blue shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on brass label in drawer). The materials and craftsmanship of this desk and chair are extraordinary. The deep blue is sublime - this is a work of art.
Matching "J.M.F. Chair" covered in blue shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on brass label on seat bottom) also available separately.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “desks & consoles”, on page 3 there is a photo of this model desk with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE PARSONS STYLE DESK (page) 3”.
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, on page 4 there is a photo of this model chair with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”.
Desk Dimensions:
W: 60 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Chair Dimensions:
W: 18 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of swiveling "Mushroom Bar Stools" in gunmetal with embossed ostrich leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These come with anchors that bolt into the floor and the bar stools cantilever. These bar stools are incredibly chic.
Diam: 22 inches
H: 40 inches
Seat H: 31 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large and impressive artisan bronze orb sculpture with incised abstract textural design on ebonized wooden stand by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Karl Springer always utilized the finest materials and the best artisans.
Reference:
The Lobel Modern Karl Springer archive contains a photograph of this piece in the NYC showroom in the 1980’s. We are happy to provide a copy to the buyer.
Diam: 15inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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