Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "The Garden at Versailles" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Very rare coffee table "The Garden at Versailles" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). This coffee table is exquisite. It was made as a collector’s edition so there are very few. The LaVernes experimented with raising the edges of tables to more formally frame the artwork on the table top. The results speak for themselves.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 94 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The 1970s THE GARDEN AT VERSAILLES coffee table displays elegant scenes from Louis XIV reign at the gardens of Versailles. The work is framed in fluted bronze which is repeated on the legs.”

W: 40 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Chic "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in Black Cobra 1970s

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Stunning "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in black cobra by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The curved form and beautiful skin work of this table exemplify Karl Springer’s meticulous craftsmanship.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, a photo of this style table is shown as a console table on page 13.

Dimensions:
W: 41 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

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Karl Springer Exceptional 2 Tier Tessellated Penshell Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Exceptionally crafted 2 tier side table with curved ends in tessellated penshell with brass inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original Karl Springer label on bottom). The artisanship of this Karl Springer table is absolutely superb.

W: 22 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of "Zig Zag Coffee Tables" in Embossed Lizard Leather 1980s

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Pair of Zig Zag Coffee Tables in ivory embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These sculptural tables are meticulously crafted and visually stunning.

Dimensions for Each:
W: 28 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent, leather has been professionally cleaned and polished.

$15,000 for the pair

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Maison Desny Exceptional Coffee Table in Macassar Ebony, France 1920s (Signed) - ON HOLD

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Beautifully crafted coffee table in Macassar ebony with silvered bronze trim by Maurice Desnet and René Nauny (Maison Desny), France 1920's (signed “DESNY PARIS, MADE IN FRANCE, DEPOSE” on bottom of leg). This table is chic and incredibly rare.

Dimensions:
W: 39 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - few light scratches

$28,000

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Jansen Exquisite Pair of Pedestals with Antique Mirrored Glass 1940s (Each Signed) - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully crafted rare 2-tier pedestals in steel and polished brass with inset antique mirror tops by Jansen, France 1940's (signed “JANSEN 9 RUE ROYALE” underneath top of each). These pedestals are absolutely stunning. Metals have been cleaned and polished.

Dimensions for Each:
W: 12 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 33 inches

Condition: Excellent - metals have been cleaned and polished. Few light scratches consistent with age.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Sculpture Dining Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Magnificent and rare “Abstract #1” dining table with 2 hand-brazed abstract sculptures in patinated bronze with a thick glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1980's (engraved “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” in metal and original gallery label on bottom of base). Hand-welding bronze sculptures with full curves and undulations is extremely laborious. These bases have a sense of harmony and can accommodate any size glass top.

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 table is shown on pages 194 with an accompanying description in the section titled The Brazed Series.

Dimensions as shown with glass:
W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Bases (For each):
W: 29.5 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 28.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Iconic Free Form Coffee Table with Brass Legs 1950s - SOLD

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Iconic coffee table model no. 1759 in walnut with tapering conical brass legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's (signed with Widdicomb label on bottom). This table is super chic. It has been newly refinished.

Reference:
Widdicomb fold out paper catalog from the 1950’s, there is a drawing of this model with the caption “1759 Cocktail Table (W)” with “W” meaning walnut.

Dimensions:
W: 71 inches
D: 46 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent -Newly refinished.

SOLD

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Pace Sleek Glass and Chrome Waterfall Coffee Table 1970s - SOLD

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Clean-line waterfall coffee table in polished chrome with thick glass panels by Leon Rosen for Pace Collection, American 1970's.  This coffee table is beautifully  made and very sleek.  Chrome has been professionally polished and Lobel Modern has fabricated all new glass pieces.

W: 57 inches
D: 27.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Chrome has been professionally polished and Lobel Modern has fabricated all new glass  pieces.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Exceptional Ostrich Skin Coffee Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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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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Lobel Originals Pair of 2-Tier Side Tables in Vibrant Blue Snake Skin 2024 (Signed)

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Pair of superb 2-tier side tables covered in blue and black snake skin with moiré silk on bottom of each tier by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals, American 2024 (label on bottom reads “Lobel Originals NYC”). These tables are new pieces; they are meticulously crafted and exquisite in person.

Dimensions for each:
W: 12 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 21.5 inches

$12,000 For the pair

Condition:  New

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Large "Romanesque" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare and large "Romanesque" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with sculptured legs by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top Philip + Kelvin LaVerne). The figural representations come from ancient figures engraved on Etruscan mirrors and are superb.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 99 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “The ROMANESQUE coffee table dates from the 1960s. This table was inspired by ancient Etruscan figures engraved on bronze mirrors.” There is an in depth discussion of this design by Kelvin LaVerne in the introduction.

W: 69.5 inches
D: 33.5 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Danseurs De Ballet" Table 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare and important "Danseurs De Ballet" table, hand-brazed in patinated bronze with green patina and glass top by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1980's (engraved “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on base). This table conveys an exquisite sense of movement. This can be used as a center table, end table, or a dining/game table with a larger glass top. We can help you fabricate a new glass top to spec.

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 in the section on The Brazed Series on page 207 bottom with the caption,. “The DANSEURS DE BALLET table, hand-brazed in patinated bronze with a glass top, was created in the 1980s.”

Dimensions with glass as shown :
Diam: 36 inches
H: 29 inches

Base:
Diam: 28 inches
H: 28 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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

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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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Vladimir Kagan 2-Tier Side Table with Inset Ceramic Tile Top 1950 (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare and early open-sided table in oak with artisan ceramic tiles inset in top by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, American, c.1950 (signed on bottom “Kagan-Dreyfuss New York. A Vladimir Kagan Design”.) Kagan incorporated hand-made ceramic tiles by Alexandra Kasuba in some of his early designs. They are works of art and their collaboration was a great success.

Reference:
The Complete Kagan: A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design, Kagan by Vladimir Kagan with forward by Tom Ford, pg. 56 illustrates other Kagan pieces of the same period with Alexandra Kasuba hand-made ceramic tiles.

W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Kuan Su" Side Table with Flower Motif 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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"Kuan Su" side table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with floral motif and vibrant blue enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed twice - on front “Philip Kelvin Laverne”. On top “PK LaVerne”.) The table base is architectural and masterful. The condition and the coloration of this table are exceptional.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this model table is shown on page 81 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The floral design, a theme the LaVernes came back to over and over, is engraved along with the intricate Kuan motif (interlocking circles), which is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century.“

W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent original condition

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Engraved Coffee Table with Chinese Motif 1970s (Signed)

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Stunning coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with Chinese figures on each leg, vibrant enamel cloisonne, decorative geometric motif on all sides and on backs of legs and thick inset glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed 4 times: “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side and “Philip K LaVerne” on three legs). This is one of the only coffee table designs by the LaVernes with an inset glass top.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 89 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “this table from the 1970s is made of patinated bronze and pewter, engraved with enamel cloisonne and has an inset glass top. The sides are engraved with a decorative motif.”

W: 48.5 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent / new thick glass top fabricated to original specs by Lobel Modern

$25,000

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Sculptural Coffee Table in Steel and Brass with Hoof Motif 1960s - SOLD

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Sculptural coffee table, with hoof motif, in brass and brushed steel with glass top, American 1960's

W: 42 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 18.5 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Exceptional "J.M.F. Side Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

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Iconic "J.M.F. Side Table" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The artisanship of this piece is superb. Marrying fine materials with sublime forms is what made Karl Springer famous.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks and consoles”, on page 6 there is a photo of the console table version of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. SANDSTONE CONSOLE (page) 6”

W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 24.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - this table has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" table, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamels in red, orange, yellow, blue, and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side). Retains original Philip LaVerne Collection paper tag on bottom. The top has a torched bronze effect. This table is a superb example with vibrant colors.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on page 71. The caption reads, “ The LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES date from the 1960s. The unusually shaped tables with engraved scenes and colorful hand-painted enamels on the sides are considered sculptures. The tops are burnished bronze…”

D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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