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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.
Lobel Modern
Desk in mahogany with brass sabots by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (label in drawer reads "designed by Harvey Probber").
W: 50 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 29 inches
$7,500
Condition: Excellent
Ref: desk73
Game table with leaf in American lizard embossed leather with brass inlays by Karl Springer, American 1985 (label on bottom reads "Karl Springer 1985").
W: 36 inches
With Leaf: 54 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large starburst chandelier with 26 lights, model #6727-L-26, in polished chrome with cut crystal by Hans Harald Rath for J. & L. Lobmeyr, Vienna Austria, 2008. The height of just the chandelier itself without the stem is 30.5 inches high. This is the same chandelier which hangs in the open spaces at The Met. It is iconic and spectacular.
W: 52.5 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 55.5 inches as shown in environmental photo hanging from ceiling.
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of bedside/end tables model 1020 covered in 2-tone lacquered linen, each with a drawer and inset Starfire glass top, by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals. These pieces are made-to-order. They can be made in any color and in any size and configuration. The craftsmanship is impeccable. Drawers lined in moire. Color samples are made for approval.
As Shown:
W: 24 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 28 inches
As Shown:
$15,000 for the pair
Condition: New. Made-to-order
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Pair of beautifully crafted bedside tables / chests in Brazilian rosewood with hand-carved pulls, Denmark 1950's (stamped “Made in Denmark” on the back). These bedside chests are exquisitely made and very luxurious.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 39.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 26 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large solid lucite table lamp with bronze hardware and shade by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The cord is embedded into the curved side of this lamp so it is not visible from the front. Springer had metal artisans fabricate seamlessly welded metal shades to go with his lamps. The quality is extraordinary and these lamps are works of art.
W: 10 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches (adjustable)
Shade W: 15 inches
Shade D: 10 inches
Shade H: 11.5 inches
Condition: Very good -. Light scratches on one side of the lamp which are not visible from the front.
SOLD
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Upholstered lounge chair model 1721 with frame in walnut by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. This chair has been refinished and reupholstered in luxurious gray velvet. The meticulous craftsmanship and elegance of this chair are emblematic of Robsjohn-Gibbings’ designs.
W: 24 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 18.5
Arm H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Miracle Sputnik" chandelier in brass with faceted glass rods by Friedl Bakalowits for Bakalowits and Sohne, Austria, 1960's. This is the smallest size it was made in. It’s rare and like a jewel.
Diam: 12.5 inches
H: 24 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Complex hand blown glass vase in lattimo with murrhines and triangular windows each with a yellow rod across designed by Anzolo Fuga for A.V.E.M. Italy ca 1960.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the "Windows" series is on page 161 and this design is shown on page 164.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design along with its original drawing no. 14739 are shown on page 124.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
Diam: 5.5 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of Pearl Front Bedside Tables, mirror lacquered in any color with drawer in mother-of-pearl with glass shelf, by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals. Shown in Pale Smoke lacquer. These can be made in any color and in any size. Drawers are self closing.
Dimensions as shown:
W: 28 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 30 inches
$15,000 for the pair
Condition: New
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Set of hand-blown glass vase and charger from the “Bandiere Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1955.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 29 with examples shown after, these pieces are shown on page 30.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, these designs along with their original drawings no. 13470 and 13471 are shown on pages 86-87.
Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.
Dimensions for each:
H: 13 inches
Diam: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Pair of hand-blown glass vases from the “Windows Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1960.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, these pieces are shown on page 163.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design along with its original drawing no. 14772 are shown on page 125. A.V.E.M. archive photograph shown on page 229 also shows model no. 14772.
Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased the piece on the right directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.
Dimensions for each:
H: 19.5 inches
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Set of hand-blown glass vase and charger with rods and murrine by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1955.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, these pieces are shown on page 75.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, these pieces along with their original drawings no. 13577 and 13578 are shown on pages 102-103.
Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.
Dimensions for each:
H: 13.5 inches
Diam: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Murrine Incatenate Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1959.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 122 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 131.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design along with original drawing no. 14341 are shown on page 113.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Windows Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1960.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 161 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 162.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design is shown on page 123 and on the cover of the book.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 15 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase with murrine by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1956.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, this piece is shown on page 55.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this piece is shown on page 155.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Murrine Incatenate Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1959.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 122 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 130.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design along with original drawing no. 14341 are shown on page 113.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Spots Series” with zanfirico rods by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1955.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 70 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 71.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this design along with its original drawing no. 13527 are shown on pages 92-93. Additionally, A.V.E.M. archive photograph shown on page 221 also shows model no. 13527.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Spots Series” with multicolored rods up the front and back by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, circa 1955.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 70 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 72.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this piece along with its original drawing no. 13622 are shown on page 91.
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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 21.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
Hand-blown glass vase from the “Arcobaleno Series” by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1956.
Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of this series on page 89 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 96.
Marc Heiremans, AVEM, Arte Vetreria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972, Arnoldsche 2020, this piece is shown on page 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 1950’s and 60’s.
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
