Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Side Table with Welded Sculpture Base 1960s (Signed)
Evan Lobel
One-of-a-kind "Kuan Su" side table with top in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with flower motif with hand-applied gold leaf and a welded abstract sculpture base by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side). The background of the top is engraved with the “Kuan” motif of interlocking circles, which is meant to evoke something from the past. The interior of the abstract base is lacquered red which can be seen through the negative space. This is a beautiful little LaVerne gem.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, a version of 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.“
Diam: 17.5 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$18,000
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