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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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Beautifully crafted side/desk chair with sculptural chrome frame with back and seat upholstered in gray velvet, American 1970's. This chair is striking from every angle and very comfortable.
Dimensions:
W: 19 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$3,800
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Set of 4 "Regina" game/dining chairs in high gloss black lacquer with seats and backs upholstered in black leather by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These elegantly curving chairs are striking in sleek black lacquer. The craftsmanship, like with all Karl Springer pieces, is remarkable.
Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, section “A”, page 19, top of page reads “REGINA SIDE CHAIR” and shows an image of this model.
Dimensions for each:
W: 21.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Very Good - Few light scratches in lacquer.
$15,000 for the set of 4
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Pair of “J.M.F. Chairs” in hand-applied artisan goatskin lacquer, gray with green highlights, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The coloration and variation of the goatskin lacquer is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500 for the pair
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Rare pair of “Belle of the Ball Stools” in hand-carved and sculpted American black walnut blocks by Michael Coffey, American 2007 (each is signed "MCoffey" on underside of seat). Each stool is slightly different in design, making both a unique piece. Michael Coffey was a craftsman and an artist who sculpted superb shapes in wood. In the tradition of George Nakashima, Wendell Castle, and Jack Rogers Hopkins, Coffey's handmade, unique works combine the sculptural forms of nature with a deep appreciation for the intrinsic beauty of wood. The design of the seats and back raised edge makes them very comfortable.
Reference:
Michael Coffey: Sculptor and Furniture Maker in Wood by Michael Coffey published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2023. There is a photo of this model in black walnut on page 95 with the description, “The Belle of the Ball Stool, 1973, American black walnut, a sculptural stool that exudes the feeling created by a ballroom dancer pirouetting around the dance floor in a ballooning gown.”
Dimensions for each:
D: 22 inches
W: 26.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - few small scratches consistent with light use.
$25,000 for the pair
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Exceptional set of 10 “J.M.F.” dining chairs in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1981 (dated “6.5.81” on underside of each chair). The subtle variations in the goatskin is beautiful. They are exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and remarkable from every angle. A classic Karl Springer design.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”
Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - chairs have been cleaned and polished.
$45,000 for the set of 10
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Set of 10 elegant dining chairs in thick clear solid lucite with upholstered seats by Geoffrey Bradfield for Royale, a showroom that was located in the D&D Building, American 2001. Each chair has a rounded backrest with stunning details and tapering legs. These chairs are beautifully made and very glamorous. There is no cloudiness in the lucite.
Dimensions for each:
W: 20.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - few light scratches. Small repair to bottom of one chair. Remarkable condition given the age.
$35,000 for the set of 10
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Set of 10 elegant dining chairs models 109 & 109A in mahogany with signature fabric wrap around frame elements and upholstered seats and back cushions by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950’s. These are upholstered in stunning blue velvet with crisscrossing back design and iconic tapering legs. These are extremely refined. Newly refinished.
Reference:
Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog from the 1960’s has a drawing of these chairs on the right side of the forth row of a page of seating models with the models “#109” and “#109A” written below.
Dimensions for each:
W: 20 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm height of two armchairs: 24 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished.
$20,000 for the set of 10
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Beautifully crafted Klismos chair in blue/gray shagreen with polished brass sabots by Maitland Smith, Philippines 1980's. The sensual form and exceptional materials and craftsmanship make this chair a standout. Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.
W: 20.5 inches
D: 24.5 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.
$8,500
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Rare set of 14 "Regina Dining Chairs" with elegant curving frames in lacquered antique silver leaf with blue velvet upholstery by Karl Springer, American 1980's. It is very hard to find a set of Karl Springer dining chairs this large. The sumptuous design and the fine craftsmanship make these chairs a standout.
Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, section “A”, page 19, top of page reads “REGINA SIDE CHAIR” and shows an image of this model.
Dimensions for each:
Armchair W: 25 inches
Side Chair W: 21 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 36.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 24 inches
Condition: Excellent - silver leaf has been cleaned and lacquered. Newly reupholstered.
$60,000 for the set of 14
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Pair of "Pipe Line II Chairs" in molded lucite with custom aluminum fittings by Jeff Messerschmidt, American 1977 (each chair is signed, dated & numbered, “Jeff Messerschmidt 1977 Pipe Line Series II chair #58-D” at bottom of back left leg). These are beautifully made with custom fittings.
W: 23.5 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500 for the pair
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