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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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Desk in mirror polished Macassar ebony with handcrafted stainless steel pulls and accents and inset leather top by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals. This can be made to any size and configuration. We customize each one to spec. Lead time 12-14 weeks.
W: 84 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: New
SOLD
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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
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Elegant chest of drawers model no 5003 in walnut with spear pulls with tips in polished silver plate by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's (Label in drawer reads, “Widdicomb designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings”). The front of the cabinet takes an appealing curved form. The craftsmanship of this chest is superb. This chest has been newly refinished.
Reference:
Widdicomb fold out paper catalog from the 1950’s, there is a drawing of this model with the caption “5003 Drawer Unit (W)” with “W” meaning walnut. In the center of the foldout is a full page color photograph of this model used in a bedroom scene, with a description noting the images were taken from House Beautiful magazine.
Dimensions:
W: 67 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent -Newly refinished.
$12,000
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Rare and exceptional 3 part long chest of drawers in white lacquer with bronze stylized flower pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950s (signed “Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). There is 1/2 inch high recessed base. Chests on either side of the center piece which has 2 doors concealing shelves and drawers. Newly relacquered white (as original) by Lobel Modern. It was made in 3 sections so it could be easily moved.
W (Total): 123 inches
W (Single): 41 inches
D: 19 inches (including pulls)
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been newly relacquered white (as original) by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Rare and chic cabinet model AD-362 in grey burl wood with architectural metal accents in chrome, brass and copper by Alain Delon for Jansen, France 1972 (signed on side - see photo). The back and interior are completely finished. These pieces by Alain Delon are very hard to come by. Very few designers could mix three metals with such stunning results.
Reference:
Jansen catalog early 1970’s shows a photo of this model along with an architectural rendering with the title “AD-362 CONTENITORE 2 ANTE”
W: 54.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Condition: Very good - wood is in excellent condition. Some natural patina to metal from age.
SOLD
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Remarkable liquor cabinet in Italian mahogany with chevron pattern on sides and front with two doors each displaying four exquisitely inlaid fencing motifs by Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950's. Inside are four glass shelves on each door and ten drawers with brass pulls. Original incandescent lights have been replaced with LED lights by Lobel Modern. There is one large display section at the top, and two smaller open sections below. The interior of the cabinet is covered in mirrored panels. It is locked with a brass key and has wonderful decorated legs with engraved brass sabots. Every aspect of this Buffa cabinet is superb.
Dimensions:
D: 17 inches
W: 49 inches closed / 95 inches with both doors open fully
H: 51 inches
Condition: Excellent - few scratches on bottom where doors close. Newly rewired with new LED lights by Lobel Modern.
$35,000
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4 Door credenza with bi-fold doors in tessellated walnut burl with adjustable shelves in interior by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1973. This piece has felt lining on the interior of the right door and on the shelf, perfect for dishes or valuables. These Paul Evans pieces are all unique and works of art.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, various pieces are shown in tessellated walnut burl, pages 117-123.
W: 72 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been restored.
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted chest of drawers with sliding vanity compartment on the left and lift up storage compartment on the right in walnut with dark palmwood bases and bronze pulls by De Coene Frères , Belgium 1960's. The vanity compartment is pulled forward so that a chair can be used with it. When the top is lifted, a mirror is revealed. The matching bedside tables and a large armoire are also available. The armoire has the De Coene Frères label. This has been newly refinished.
Dimensions:
W: 55.5 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches closed / 48 inches open
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished.
$25,000
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Pedestal model 6302A in natural olive burl with hinged door and interior cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963. Comes with original D key. Original paper label on bottom reads “Dunbar Furniture Corporation” with original pedigree details.
Diam: 16 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and important semanier with drop down front at top, in cherry with impressive inlays and exquisite brass pulls and trim, by André Arbus, France 1950's. Drop down compartment at top boasts drawers with sunburst fronts and a blue velvet display section. Comes with original key.
Reference: This piece comes from the beach house of M. Landouar, who was director at the Arbus Atelier.
W : 24.5 inches
D: 14 inches
D (Open): 25 inches
H: 51 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished and brass polished and lacquered.
$35,000
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Extraordinary one-of-a-kind large credenza in walnut with hand-carved center panels with illuminated interior liquor cabinet and bar in the center, dark gray granite inset tops, and flip up top for serving by Vladimir Kagan, 1940's (signed “Kagan Dreyfuss New York / A Vladimir Kagan Design” on back). This is a very rare Kagan masterpiece. The relief carved panels are simply incredible. The bar area shelves are in white laminate so they are impervious to water/alcohol damage, as is the flip up top. There are 2 original florescent lights which are operated with a switch inside. It comes with original keys. We have never seen another example like this one.
Reference:
The Complete Kagan, Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design with forward by Tom Ford published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2004, there are several cabinets shown in drawings and photos with these iconic arched legs however this was a custom piece and unique. It is signed on the back “Kagan Dreyfuss New York / A Vladimir Kagan Design”. See photo.
W: 90 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 33 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been professionally refinished.
$55,000
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Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in mahogany with chrome studs and exquisite pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1981. This piece is a gem. Beautifully crafted, it exudes Parzinger refinement.
Reference:
Comes with original drawing from Parzinger Originals along with the original receipt dated 12/22/81.
W: 25 inches
D: 20.5 inches including pulls
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent - refinished by Lobel Modern
SOLD
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Elegant tall 2 door cabinet on tapering legs in black lacquer with exquisite brass hardware in the manner of Jacques Adnet, French 1940's (with original key). The interior is beautifully outfitted with glass shelves and pull out shelf. This piece has been newly relacquered and the metal has been completely restored. Incredibly refined, this piece would complement any interior. This could be used as a bar cabinet or general storage piece.
W: 40 inches
D: 14.5 inches
H: 61 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly relacquered and brass has been cleaned, polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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"Angular Leg Desk/Vanity" in lacquered goatskin with 2 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The radius corners are dark brown goatskin. The combination is very chic. This desk is meticulously crafted.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “desks & consoles”, on page 4 there is a photo of this model with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD ANGULAR LEG DESK (page) 4”.
W: 54 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Iconic and rare 4 door credenza model TP 18 with hand-tooled black leather doors and iconic etched brass pulls on ebonized mahogany base by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1940's (signed on back “Charak Modern”). The hand-tooling is done in gold. Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished. This is one of Parzinger’s most stunning designs.
Reference:
Charak Modern 1940’s catalog, Folio No 6-Modern, there is a catalog sheet with a photograph of this credenza with the description: “CHARAK MODERN TP 18 COMMODE…”
W: 66 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished.
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted desk in dark mahogany with inset leather top and sculpted oval chrome and brass pulls as well as brass feet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960's (signed with metal Dunbar label in drawer). The mixed metal pulls are a chic detail. The right lower drawer is for files. A superb Edward Wormley design.
W: 52 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Very good - some scratches and marks in leather on the top consistent with age. A few small marks in wood.
SOLD
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Chest of drawers model TP104 in dark brown mahogany with brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1940's (signed "Charak Modern" in drawer). The dark brown grain can be seen through the finish. This beautiful chest of drawers has been refinished by Lobel Modern. Pulls have been replated, polished and lacquered.
Reference:
Charak Modern 1940’s catalog, Folio No 6-Modern, there is a catalog sheet with a photograph of this chest of drawers with the description: “CHARAK MODERN TP 104 DOUBLE DRESSER…”
W: 68 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 33 inches
Condition: Excellent - refinished by Lobel Modern. Pulls have been replated, polished and lacquered.
$15,000
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Very rare and important "Odyssey Cabinet" with ancient Greek motif in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Kelvin Philip LaVerne” on front of door). Interior has a speckled green lacquer. Drawer and shelf fronts trimmed in bronze. Every element of this cabinet is magnificent. On the left door, there is an artist sketching on the steps of the Parthenon. Kelvin LaVerne explained to Evan Lobel that he drew himself into the scene. Only a few of these were made according to Kelvin, making them extremely rare. A superb work of art.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this cabinet is shown on pages 96-97 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “This magnificent ODYSSEY cabinet was created in the 1960s.” There is an in-depth description of the ODYSSEY by Kelvin LaVerne in the introduction to the book.
W: 59 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 36 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Royal Palm 4 Door Cabinet" in olive/beige color lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American ca. 1990. Interior is finished in green lacquer. This cabinet exemplifies Karl Springer’s superb craftsmanship and fine materials which are unsurpassed. Only a handful of these were made. They are rare.
W: 84 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 34 inches
Provenance: From the collection of a Karl Springer employee who worked in the NYC showroom.
Condition: Excellent
$35,000
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Exceptional credenza/chest of drawers in Honduran mahogany with book-matched Carpathian elm sliding doors and base, drawers with bronze pulls and interior drawers lacquered in ivory lacquer by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (Signed "Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber" in right interior drawer). The pulls on the sliding doors are hand-carved rosewood and inset. This piece showcases Probber’s devotion to fine craftsmanship.
W: 77 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 33.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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