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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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Iconic reading lamp in polished chrome and brass with lucite light switch by Cedric Hartman, American 1980's (signed on bottom “Cedric Hartman”). This lamp has been completely restored - professionally cleaned, polished and rewired.
Height as pictured: 38 inches
Max Height: 49 inches
Min Height: 33 inches
W: 11 inches
D: 16 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - in like-new condition.
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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
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Rare and superb pair of upholstered lounge chairs with hand-turned and painted wood legs and base by Maison Carlhian, France 1930's. These chairs are beautifully crafted and have been newly reupholstered in Scalamandre linen silk with silk cotton bolsters. They are the epitome of chic.
Reference:
Carlhian (Firm) records, 1867-1988, The Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles, Accession no. 930092.
W: 31 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: 31.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches
Provenance: Private Collection Paris
Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered in Scalamandre linen silk with silk cotton bolsters.
$35,000 for the pair
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Exceptionally crafted hexagonal table in beige lacquered embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1989 (leather label on bottom reads “Karl Springer 1989”).
W: 18 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 21.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptional and unique “JMF Floor Lamp” with accompanying shade in tessellated travertine over brass by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. This lamps is a testament to Springer’s devotion to fine craftsmanship and materials.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 8 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. FLOOR LAMP (page) 6”
W: 7 inches at base
D: 7 inches at base
H: 60 inches
Shade: 23.5 inches square
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Stunning 4 door credenza model PE-40A in hand-welded steel with hand-painted polychrome enamels and gilding featuring bi-fold doors with red colored interior and cleft slate tops by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1968. These artisan pieces by Paul Evans are pure art. Each one is unique in its own way. Shown with the matching small cabinet that was designed to go with it which is sold separately.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, the original ad for this cabinet is shown on page 75 and another example of this cabinet is shown on pages 77.
W: 72 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptionally crafted "Kyoto Box" in tessellated penshell with brass inlays on top and trim around base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer Hand Made In Philippines” on bottom of base). These Kyoto Boxes are like jewels. The materials and craftsmanship are simply superb. These were designed so they could be used as side tables.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, this same model is shown on the bottom left side of the page with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD KYOTO BOXES, PENSHELL, SHAGREEN AND FOSSILIZED CORAL.”
W: 23 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$8,500
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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
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Stunning and iconic wall mounted 2 door cabinet, hand-welded with polychrome enamels and gold leaf, by Paul Evans, American 1968 (Signed “Paul Evans 68”). Interior is lacquered red with shelf. We have the matching credenza which is shown in the photo with this cabinet. An incredible combination.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, the original ad for this cabinet shown with the matching credenza on page 75. As we have shown it in our environmental photograph.
Provenance:
Purchased by Lobel Modern from original owners as part of a large collection of Paul Evans originally located in Los Angeles.
W: 24 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 36 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Stunning one-of-a-kind hinged box in polished blue sodalite stone by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original showroom tag from the 1980’s). Blue sodalite is a rare mineral often used for gem stones. Springer liked to make decorative objects out of rare and beautiful materials. Superbly crafted, this box is an excellent example of his devotion to fine craftsmanship.
W: 7.5 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 2 inches
$4,500
Condition: Excellent
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Exceptionally crafted table top box in tessellated travertine with wood interior by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" on bottom). This box has a nice scale and the craftsmanship is superb.
W: 14.5 inches
D: 10.5 inches
H: 4.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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Free Edge Slab Coffee Table in English walnut with rosewood butterfly by George Nakashima, American 1950's. Table features a single slab top with free edges, expressive figured grain, and one rosewood butterfly. A beautiful example of George Nakashima’s work.
Reference:
George Nakashima Full Circle by Derek E. Ostergard for the American Craft Museum of the Museum Craft Council, published in 1989, on pages 118 and 119 is a photo and description of a Slab Coffee Table.
Provenance:
Private Collection Boston. Purchased by this owner from Peter Roberts Antiques in 2003 in New York City.
H: 13 inches
W: 30 inches
L: 74 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Authentic hand carved African elephant table with customized glass top and polished brass fittings by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These Karl Springer African tables are rare gems.
Karl Springer incorporated authentic African artifacts into his showroom by customizing them with luxurious hardware and floating glass tops.
W: 19 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 15 inches
Condition: Excellent (new glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern)
SOLD
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Octagonal wall hanging mirror in superb artisan marble lacquer with bronze accents and beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer worked with artists who could accomplish the most complex and realistic finishes. This lacquer work is absolutely stunning.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s shows an image of this model on page 76.
W: 42.5 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 42.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Elegant curved back lounge chair with solid brass legs, Italian 1950's. This has been newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in a beautiful blue/gray fabric. It is extremely chic and comfortable.
W: 28 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
$6,000
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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
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"T-Style Console Table" covered in two-tone lacquered linen with 3 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970’s. A classic Springer design, meticulously made in the finest materials. Drawers lined in moire silk.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “D” “desks and consoles”, a photo of this model is shown on page 7 with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD T-STYLE CONSOLE (page) 7”
W: 60 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
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Pair of elegant curved back lounge chairs with solid brass legs, Italian 1950's. These have been newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in a beautiful blue/gray fabric. They are extremely chic and comfortable.
H: 32 inches
W: 28 inches
D: 30 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Impressive console table in taupe and brown mirror lacquered goatskin with racetrack top and curved sides by Karl Springer, American 1980. Dated on bottom. This table exemplifies the impeccable craftsmanship of Karl Springer.
W: 60.5 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been cleaned and polished.
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Hand-thrown earthenware table lamp with craquele glaze and brass hardware by Jean Besnard for Emile-Jacques Ruhlman, France 1940's (signed on bottom “JB FRANCE”). New custom shade comes with lamp. This lamp is wonderfully executed and a timeless design.
Reference:
Florence Camard, Ruhlmann, Master of Art Deco, New York, 1984, p. 149 for a similar example and p. 159
Provenance:
Private Collection, New York
Dimensions:
Base Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 23.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 13.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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