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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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Roberto Estevez Incredible Large Unicorn Sculpture 1979 (Signed and Numbered)

Evan Lobel

Exquisite large unicorn bust sculpture in cast resin with inlaid bronze mane, solid engraved brass alicorn, and gold leaf ears on a sculptural solid brass base by Roberto Estevez, American 1979 (signed “Estevez 79” and numbered 1/6 on base). This sculpture is a tour de force of design and artisanship. It is absolutely stunning and quite…magical.

Roberto Estevez was a superbly talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed jewelry for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs in beautiful and often exotic materials fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s sculptures were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms. His ingenious animal sculptures are considered some of his best work.

W: 11 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 27 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: sculpture185

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES3, KARLSPRINGER14

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Female Torso Sculpture in Bronze 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique sculpture “Female Nude” cast in bronze and patinated by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American, 1970s (signed "P+K LaVerne" on bottom of leg). This work is a wonderful example of the artisanship of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this sculpture is shown on pages 169 in the section titled The Cast Series . The caption reads, “FEMALE NUDE, a cast sculpture in patinated bronze, created in the 1970s, is part of the Ledford Collection…This sculpture showcases the LaVernes’ adroit skill at sculpting the human body.”

Provenance
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 7 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: sculpture174

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tags sold Art 7, Laverne 6

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne One-of-a-Kind Large "Pas De Trois" Sculpture 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Important one-of-a-kind large hand-brazed sculpture "Pas De Trois" in patinated bronze with green patina by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on base “Philip+Kelvin LaVerne”). In ballet, pas de trois is a French term which refers to a dance between two men and a woman. This work was based on the groundbreaking dance performance "Monotones" by Frederick Ashton which debuted in 1965.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this important sculpture is shown on pages 179 in the section titled The Brazed Series. There is an in depth discussion of this work in the introduction to the book.

Provenance
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 42 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 80 inches

Condition: Excellent

$150,000

Ref: sculpture158

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES3, Laverne 6

Karl Springer Set of Stunning Polished Petrified Wood Orbs on Custom Bases 1980s

Evan Lobel

Set of 3 polished petrified wood orbs on custom metal bases by Karl Springer, American 1980's (each retains original labels from the 1980s showing the original prices). Stunning materials and superb craftsmanship were the hallmark’s of Karl Springer’s design ethos. Each one is like a gem. These are sold individually. Shown with the original prices in the 1980’s.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has photos of these models in the NYC showroom in the 1980’s.

Dimensions:
Light Orb:
Diam: 6 inches
H: 7 inches

Dark Orb:
Diam: 5.5 inches
H: 6 inches

Smaller Orb:
Diam: 3.5 inches
H: 4 inches

Condition: Excellent

Larger orbs: $3,500 each
Smaller orb: $2500

ref: sculpture182

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categories ART, OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER13, SCULPTURES3, DECORATIVE ARTS/OBJECTS

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Torso Table Lamps 1970s (signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare and important “Male and Female Torso” table lamps in Hydro Stone plaster on patinated bronze bases by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed "PK LaVerne" on both bases).  These table lamps have been finished with a patina that makes them look like excavated sculptures and are very impressive.  As many of the LaVerne's pieces reference historical civilizations, these reference ancient Greek and Roman sculptures.  New custom shades provided by Lobel Modern. These have been newly rewired with new bronze sockets and silk cord. There is a switch on the back of each lamp which turns both sockets on and off at the same time.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these lamps are shown on pages 231 in the section titled Other Materials. The caption reads, “MALE AND FEMALE TORSO table lamps in Hydro-Stone plaster that have been patinated by hand to resemble ancient sculptures with patinated bronze bases were created in the 1970s. These lamps are an homage to classical Greco-Roman torso sculptures.”

Provenance:
The Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 16 inches
D: 11 inches
H: 36.5 inches (Adjustable to 39 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent - new lampshades. These have been newly rewired with new bronze sockets and silk cord.

$45,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps349

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categories LIGHTING, ART
tags Laverne 5, table lamp pairs 3, SCULPTURES3

Stuart Devlin Exquisite Centerpiece with Top in Gilt Sterling 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted centerpiece with base in polished sterling silver and top in gilt sterling by Stuart Devlin, England 1970's (stamped “SD” on bottom). Hallmarked for Stuart Devlin, London, Sterling Silver. This piece is simply stunning. Devlin, was a metal artisan whose works reflect a strong sense of Modernist refinement.

Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 4 inches

Condition: Excellent - this piece has been professionally cleaned and polished.

$9,500

Ref: accessory234

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tags SCULPTURES3, DECORATIVE ARTS/OBJECTS

Karl Springer Large Hand-Blown White Scavo Glass Vase 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large hand-blown glass vase, white scavo glass with coil around and decorative elements on sides, by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom “KARL SPRINGER”). This form is quite rare. The scale of Springer’s hand-blown glass vases makes them exceptional. On the back of this stunning vase is a small strip of amber glass, which was another color Springer used in his glass designs. The glass blowers incorporated it into this piece.

Seguso executed Karl Springer’s hand-blown Venetian glass pieces which were typically with a scavo finish.

D: 14 inches
H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: glass89

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tags KARLSPRINGER13, sold Art 7

Boeltz Style Large Shell Sculpture in Gold with Malachite Elements 1970s

Evan Lobel

Large shell sculpture model No 22, 24-karat plated "exploded bronze" design with malachite accents, in the manner of Claude Victor Boeltz, France 1970's. Boeltz’s "exploded-bronze" pieces, made famous in the early 1970s, were carried by luxury retailers Fred Joaillier and Cartier Paris.

Reference:
Claude Victor Boeltz catalog published in the 1980’s shows a color photograph of this model and a drawing of it with the notation “#22” below.

Dimensions:
W: 15 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

ref: accessory236

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tags SCULPTURES3, SERVICEWARE

Kelvin & Phillip LaVerne Large Abstract Painting "Autumn" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large abstract painting “Autumn” in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (retains original gallery label on back). Sides are trimmed in bronze. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne did a small series of unique abstract paintings which hung in their gallery until they were sold. Nature was often an inspiration for 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, this painting is shown on page 260 in the section titled The Paintings. It is also discussed by Kelvin LaVerne in the introduction to this section on page 233.


W: 34 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 60 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting157

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tags Laverne 5, sold Art 7

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Stunning Wall-Hanging Abstract Painting 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique large g painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip & Kelvin LaVerne”). The LaVernes were constantly experimenting with different mediums and different types of sculptures and artworks. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne did a small series of unique abstract paintings which hung in their gallery until they were sold. Only a handful were ever made.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, abstract engraved paintings are discussed in the introduction and shown in the section The Paintings on pages 260-261.


W: 35 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 75 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting157

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tags Laverne 5, sold Art 7

Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne Complex Abstract Figural Painting "Embrace" 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Abstract Expressionist figural painting “Embrace” in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on bottom right corner). This beautiful work incorporates a sculptured frame. Both Philip and Kelvin LaVerne were highly skilled artists and created unique paintings and works of art. This stunning work showcases their unique and superb talents.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work is shown on page 256 in the section titled The Paintings. The caption reads, “The 1970s EMBRACE, in patinated bronze and pewter and engraved with hand-painted enamels, was set in a unique sculpture frame.”

W: 43 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 50 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting157

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Anzolo Fuga Large Hand-Blown Glass "Murrine Incatenate" Vase ca 1960

Evan Lobel

Exceptional large hand-blown glass vase from the “Murrine Incatenate” series, incalmo with green and pink sections and spiraling yellow and blue murrhines by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.). Murano Italy, ca. 1960. This is one of the largest glass designs by Fuga. The artisanship is superb and the colors and movement are breathtaking.

Literature:  Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M. by Rosa Barovier Mentasti, published by Acanthus Press in 2005, section titled "MURRINE INCATANATE 1959-60", with a description of the series on page 122 and two examples of this model shown on pages 144 and 145.

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

H: 19.5 inches
Diam: 5.5 inches

$12,000

Condition: Excellent

Ref: fuga60

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tags ANZOLOFUGA1, GLASS4

Alex Katz "Large Head of Vincent" Print 1982 (Signed and Numbered) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Impressive framed "Large Head of Vincent", a sugarlift aquatint on paper, signed and numbered 50/50 on the lower left corner by Alex Katz, American 1982. This was an edition of 50 with 10 artists proofs printed by Orlando Condeso, Condeso & Brokopp Studios and published by Brooke Alexander, Inc., New York. The frame is wood with lucite. This work has a great scale and presence. There is currently a retrospective on Alex Katz at the Guggenheim Museum - it’s excellent. We highly recommend seeing it.

Reference:
Alex Katz Prints: Catalogue Raisonné 1947-2011, Schröder, pg. 149, no. 155

Provenance:
Private Collection New Jersey

W: 39.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 65.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Few small scratches on protective lucite.

SOLD

ref: print25

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Karl Springer Large Authentic Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base 1980s - SOLD

Eric McNatt

Authentic hand-carved African sculpture, woman's head with four horns, by the Ekoi tribe in Nigeria with a suede base by Karl Springer, American, 1980's (photo of original Karl Springer tag included). The horns are representations of ethnic hair styling. Karl Springer had a scout who traveled the world seeking out exceptional handcrafted ethnic art pieces. Karl Springer mounted them on custom bases and sold them in his showroom. Photo from Karl Springer's showroom in the 1980's displays the African art he carried.

W:  27 inches
D:  25 inches
H:  30.5 inches

SOLD

Condition:  Excellent

Ref: sculpture98

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Naomi Feinberg "Lithic" Sculpture In Green Italian Granite 1970s

Evan Lobel

Hand carved sculpture “Lithic” in Green Italian granite on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 3.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture180

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tags NAOMI FEINBERG, SCULPTURES3

Naomi Feinberg "Tranquillo" Sculpture In Grey Italian Marble 1970s

Evan Lobel

Exceptional hand carved sculpture “Tranquillo” in Grey Italian marble by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 7.5 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 23 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture179

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tags NAOMI FEINBERG, SCULPTURES3

Naomi Feinberg "Morceau" Sculpture In Red Italian Marble 1977 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Hand carved sculpture “Morceau” in red Italian marble on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1977 (signed “NF 77” on back of sculpture)

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 5 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 13.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture179

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tags SCULPTURES3, NAOMI FEINBERG

Naomi Feinberg "Aztec" Sculpture In Sandstone 1970s

Evan Lobel

Extraordinary hand carved sculpture “Aztec” in sandstone on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 9 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 28 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture178

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tags NAOMI FEINBERG, SCULPTURES3

Naomi Feinberg "The Ancient" Sculpture In Italian Marble 1977 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Extraordinary hand carved sculpture “The Ancient” in Italian marble on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1977 (signed “NF 77” on back of sculpture)

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 6.5 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture176

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tags NAOMI FEINBERG, SCULPTURES3

Naomi Feinberg "Wild Spirit" Sculpture in Italian Marble 1970s

Evan Lobel

Hand-carved “Wild Spirit” sculpture in Italian marble on a white lacquered wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s. This is a stunning work by a renowned American sculptor.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist and then her family after her death. This piece was part of Lobel Modern's exhibition:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 9 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture129

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tags NAOMI FEINBERG, SCULPTURES3