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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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Karl Springer Unique "Free Form Coffee Table" in Tessellated Black Marble 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique and exceptional "Free Form Coffee Table" in tessellated black marble with brass trim at base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer - Hand Made in the Philippines”). What makes this table absolutely remarkable is that in the center of the top there is a round focal piece around which the entire table top is constructed - all the pieces on the top are curved and radiate to the edges. The artisanship and materials of this Free Form are superb. The Free Form Tables are among Springer’s most iconic designs.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, this model is shown on page 4, titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD FREE FORM COFFEE TABLES (page) 4”

W: 50 inches                
D: 33.5 inches                
H: 14.5 inches                 

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable577

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 18

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Mushroom Tables" 1990 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of “Mushroom Tables”, cantilevered with black oval leather tops on solid tubular polished brass bases which fit snugly over heavy lead weights by Karl Springer, American 1990 (both signed and dated “Karl Springer 1990” on underside). The superb design of these tables with heavy solid lead weights for stability is classic Springer. These rare tables were extremely expensive to produce. And they exemplify the master artisanship which made Karl Springer famous. These could be used as coffee, side or occasional tables.

Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass bases professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Some small impressions in black leather from light use. We could recover in new leather if desired.

$25,000 for the pair

ref: coffeetable576

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categories TABLES
tags END / SIDE 6, KARLSPRINGER14, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Pair of Superbly Crafted Swing Arm Wall Lamps 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully made swing-arm wall lamps in polished chrome and brass, each with 2 bulbs, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Each comes with a back mounting plate. The craftsmanship on these is off the charts. These have been cleaned, polished and newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

Dimensions for each:
W: 14.5 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 16 inches

Wall mount:
W: 6 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 6 inches

Condition: Excellent - professionally polished and lacquered. Newly rewired

SOLD

Ref: sconces53

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold lighting 11

Karl Springer Large and Impressive "Ming Coffee Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1987 (Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large and exceptional "Ming Coffee Table" in mirror polished chestnut-color lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1987 (dated “8-21-87” on bottom). The scale and color of this table are extraordinary. In his signature material, this table exemplifies the superb craftsmanship for which Karl Springer is famous. This table has been cleaned and polished.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of a very similar coffee table with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 9”

W: 60 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Table has been professionally cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: coffeetable570

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 17

Karl Springer Rare and Stunning Large "Coromandel Screen" 1978 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional large 6 panel "Coromandel Screen", hand carved and hand-decorated on the front with black and red lacquer and antiqued gold and silver leaf by Karl Springer, American 1978. The back is lacquered black and the fittings are bronze. This screen is a tour de force of design - extremely difficult and time consuming to fabricate, only a few were made. The craftsmanship is off the charts. This is truly a work of art.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, page showing this model is titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD SIX PANEL COROMANDEL SCREEN”

Dimensions:
W for each panel: 18 inches
W (Total without folding): 108 inches
W as shown: 87.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 94 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: screen23

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER14, Sold Other Items 3

Karl Springer "J.M.F. Floor Lamp" in Tessellated Travertine and Brass 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"J.M.F. Floor Lamp" in tessellated travertine with polished brass base and fittings by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp is meticulously crafted in beautiful materials. The brass has been cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. It has been rewired with new sockets and silk cord.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 6 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: 61 inches (adjusts)

Shade Diam: 19.5 inches Shade H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with silk cord.

SOLD

ref: floorlamp227

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold lighting 11

Karl Springer Large Hand Etched Artisan Glass Vase 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large artisan glass vase with abstract etched design by artist Joseph Spohr for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Spohr was a master glass etcher, not only engraving glass but giving it superb variation and depth. He made a handful of special pieces for Karl Springer’s showroom.

D: 9 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: glass118

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categories ART
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold Art 8

Karl Springer Exceptional Petrified Wood Coffee Table 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and rare coffee table with polished petrified wood top on a circular ivory lacquered base by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer loved fossils and other natural historical artifacts. Petrified wood is ancient wood that has been fossilized - it has the same qualities as stone but retains it’s original organic depth and complexity. Each piece is totally unique. This table is a work of art.

W: 37 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 18 inches
Diam of base: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent.- Base has been relacquered and, stone professionally cleaned and polished.

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable574

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 16

Karl Springer "Sandstone Sculpture Table" with Cantilevered Glass Top 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Sandstone Sculpture Table" with base in cast composite stone with thick cantilevered glass top and brushed bronze cap by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series was only done for a few years. The forms and materials are sublime together. New glass top fabricated to original specs by Lobel Modern.

Reference
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 11 is the smaller model of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 10” DIAMETER SCULPTURE TABLE (page) 11”.

W: 19 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - new glass top fabricated to original specs by Lobel Modern. Light patina to bronze.

SOLD

ref: endtable146

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 16

Karl Springer Pair of Stunning Black Lacquer Shagreen Top End Tables 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of exceptional and stunning “Karl Style End Tables” in mirror polished black lacquer with tops in blue/gray shagreen with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship and materials of these tables are absolutely superb. Newly relacquered by Lobel Modern. The coloration of the shagreen is very luxurious.

Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “desks & consoles”, there is an image of a desk with the same design with the title on the page, “KARL SPRINGER LTD KARL STYLE DESK……”

Each:
W: 26 inches
D:  26 inches
H:  20.5 inches

Condition:  Excellent - newly relacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: endtables96

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 16

Karl Springer Beautifully Crafted "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Round Leg Lucite Bench" with thick solid lucite legs with polished brass stretcher and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This bench is meticulously crafted and an iconic Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 11, titled “KARL SPRINGER ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH (page) 11”

W: 27 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: bench156

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold seating12

Karl Springer Pair of Lacquered Goatskin Bedside Tables 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of bedside tables in lacquered goatskin with drawer and floating glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These are beautifully made and the goatskin, one of Springer’s signature materials, is very luxurious.

Dimensions of each:
W: 28 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 25 inches

SOLD

Condition:  Excellent - these have been cleaned and polished.

Ref: nightstands135

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold tables 15

Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Onyx Tables" with Beveled Bronze Glass 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of "Onyx Tables" in polished gold-tinted brass with beveled bronze glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's. All elements of the metal base curve and thus cannot be made on a machine; they are all hand cut and welded by the foremost metal artisans. These tables could be used as side tables or coffee tables. A rare and magnificent Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 10 of this section is a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD ONYX TABLE (page) 10”

Dimensions of each:
W: 37 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$28,000 for the pair

Ref: coffeetable575

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER14, COFFEE6, END / SIDE 6

Karl Springer Set of 4 "J.M.F. Barstools" in Brown Leather 1986 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 exceptional “J.M.F. Barstools” in brown leather with brushed brass foot rests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship on these bar stools is superb. The seats and backs gently curve which makes these very comfortable. Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 21 is a photograph of this model shown with another model, page titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD JMF BARSTOOL & RUHLMAN BARSTOOL (page) 21”

Dimensions of each:
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 40.5 inches
SH: 30 inches

$18,000 for the set

Condition: Excellent - Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. Light scratches on brass foot rests consistent with age and light use.

Ref: barstools53

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, STOOLS

Karl Springer Stunning Monumental "Dome Top Art Deco Mirror" 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning monumental "Dome Top Art Deco Mirror" with front covered in artisan beveled mirror panels by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror is very impressive in person. Beautifully crafted, this is a classic Karl Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980s, section “mirrors”, on page 9 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD DOME TOP ART DECO MIRROR…..(page) 9”.

W: 38 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 83.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$18,000

ref: mirror284

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags MIRRORS 2, KARLSPRINGER14

Karl Springer Pair of "Mandarin Table Lamps" in Deep Blue Glaze 1980s

Evan Lobel

Pair of artisan “Mandarin Table Lamps”, ceramic double gourd forms with deep blue mirror glaze, with polished brass bases and hardware by Karl Springer American 1980's. These lamps are exquisite. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with silk cords with line switches. Height is adjustable.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, a page shows this model titled  “KARL SPRINGER LTD  MANDARIN TABLE LAMP…”

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 11.5 inches
H: 34 inches (adjustable to 36 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered. They have been rewired with new sockets and silk cords with line switches.

$12,000 for the pair

ref: tablelamps441

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categories LIGHTING
tags table lamp pairs 3, KARLSPRINGER14

Roberto Estevez Incredible Large Unicorn Sculpture 1979 (Signed and Numbered)

Evan Lobel

Exquisite large unicorn bust sculpture in cast resin with inlaid bronze mane, solid engraved brass alicorn, and gold leaf ears on a sculptural solid brass base by Roberto Estevez, American 1979 (signed “Estevez 79” and numbered 1/6 on base). This sculpture is a tour de force of design and artisanship. It is absolutely stunning and quite…magical.

Roberto Estevez was a superbly talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed jewelry for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs in beautiful and often exotic materials fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s sculptures were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms. His ingenious animal sculptures are considered some of his best work.

W: 11 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 27 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: sculpture185

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES3, KARLSPRINGER14

Karl Springer Stunning Table Lamp in Chinese Red Lacquer and Gold Leaf 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning unique table lamp, ceramic double gourd in Chinese red lacquer with gold leaf overlay, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp was in the Springer lighting line, but this variation is unique. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new sockets and silk cord. This lamp is a work of art.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, a page shows this model titled  “KARL SPRINGER LTD  MANDARIN TABLE LAMP…”

Dimensions:
Diam: 11 inches
H: 31.5 inches (adjustable to 34 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 10.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new brass socket assembly and silk cord.

$7,500

ref:tablelamp330

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categories LIGHTING
tags TABLE LAMP SINGLE 4, KARLSPRINGER14

Karl Springer Set of 4 Candleholders in Gunmetal and Brass 1980s

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 candle holders in polished gunmetal with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic Springer candle holders are the epitome of chic.

Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, Section “lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK   (page) 18” shows a this model in the top left photograph.

Dimensions for Each
Diam: 7.5 inches
H Small: 13 inches / with candle shown 18 inches
H Medium (X2): 16 inches / with candle shown 21 inches
H Large: 20 inches / with candle shown 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500 for the set of 4

ref: accessory225

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags CANDLEHOLDERS / CANDELABRA, KARLSPRINGER14

Karl Springer "J.M.F. Floor Lamp" in Tessellated Fossilized Coral 1980s

Evan Lobel

"J.M.F. Floor Lamp" with gently twisting shaft in tessellated fossilized coral with polished brass base and fittings by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp showcases the meticulous craftsmanship that defines Karl Springer. Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with silk cord.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 6 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: 61 inches

Shade Diam: 19.5 inches Shade H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with silk cord.

$8,500

ref: floorlamp228

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categories LIGHTING
tags FLOOR LAMPS, KARLSPRINGER14