Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique "Musicians" Pierced Bronze Painting 1960s (Signed)

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Unique pierced bronze painting "Musicians" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with multicolor enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” in bottom right corner). Pierced bronze paintings have a back panel that is welded in place about an inch behind the front. Often the back panel is painted with enamels which show through the front and give the piece extraordinary depth. This work retains the original gallery label on the back which is shown in the photos stating all relevant information. The hand-welded contoured frame and the figures created out of negative space make this piece a tour de force of artisanship.

W: 31 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent

$35,000

ref: sculpture189

Naomi Feinberg "Amanecer" Sculpture in Red Granite 1970s

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Extraordinary hand carved organic sculpture "Amanecer" in red granite on a white lacquered wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 17 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly lacquered base by Lobel Modern.

$12,000

ref: sculpture177

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

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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

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Monumental "Pas De Trois" Sculpture in Bronze 1970s (Signed)

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Rare and important one-of-a-kind monumental hand-welded sculpture "Pas De Trois" in patinaed bronze with green patina by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed on base “Philip+Kelvin LaVerne”). In ballet, pas de trois is a French term which refers to a dance between three people. This work was based on the groundbreaking dance performance "Monotones" by Frederick Ashton which debuted in 1965. This is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Provenance
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 42 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 80 inches

Condition: Excellent

$150,000

Ref: sculpture158

Karl Springer Set of Stunning Polished Petrified Wood Orbs on Custom Bases 1980s

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Set of 3 polished petrified wood orbs on custom metal bases by Karl Springer, American 1980's (retain 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

ref: sculpture182

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Torso Table Lamps ca. 1970 (signed)

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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 ca. 1970 (signed "PK LaVerne" on both bases).  These table lamps are very impressive.  As many of the LaVerne's pieces reference historical civilizations, these reference ancient Greek and Roman sculptures.  According to Kelvin LaVerne, these are extremely rare. 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.

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

ref: tablelamps349

Stuart Devlin Exquisite Centerpiece with Top in Gilt Sterling 1970s (Signed)

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Beautifully crafted centerpiece with base in polished sterling silver and top in gilt sterling by Stuart Devlin, England 1970's (stamped “SD” on bottom). Hallmarked for Stuart Devlin, London, Sterling Silver. This piece is simply stunning. Devlin, was a metal artisan whose works reflect a strong sense of Modernist refinement.

Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 4 inches

Condition: Excellent - this piece has been professionally cleaned and polished.

$9,500

Ref: accessory234

Boeltz Style Large Shell Sculpture in Gold with Malachite Elements 1970s

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Large shell sculpture model No 22, 24-karat plated "exploded bronze" design with malachite accents, in the manner of Claude Victor Boeltz, France 1970's. Boeltz’s "exploded-bronze" pieces, made famous in the early 1970s, were carried by luxury retailers Fred Joaillier and Cartier Paris.

Reference:
Claude Victor Boeltz catalog published in the 1980’s shows a color photograph of this model and a drawing of it with the notation “#22” below.

Dimensions:
W: 15 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

ref: accessory236

Naomi Feinberg "Lithic" Sculpture In Green Italian Granite 1970s

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Hand carved sculpture “Lithic” in Green Italian granite on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 3.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture180

Naomi Feinberg "Tranquillo" Sculpture In Grey Italian Marble 1970s

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Exceptional hand carved sculpture “Tranquillo” in Grey Italian marble by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 7.5 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 23 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture179

Naomi Feinberg "Morceau" Sculpture In Red Italian Marble 1977 (Signed and Dated)

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Hand carved sculpture “Morceau” in red Italian marble on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1977 (signed “NF 77” on back of sculpture)

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 5 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 13.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture179

Naomi Feinberg "Aztec" Sculpture In Sandstone 1970s

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Extraordinary hand carved sculpture “Aztec” in sandstone on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 9 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 28 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture178

Naomi Feinberg "The Ancient" Sculpture In Italian Marble 1977 (Signed and Dated)

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Extraordinary hand carved sculpture “The Ancient” in Italian marble on an ebonized wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1977 (signed “NF 77” on back of sculpture)

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist thence her family after her death. In 2020 Lobel Modern did an exhibition on her work:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 6.5 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture176

Naomi Feinberg "Wild Spirit" Sculpture in Italian Marble 1970s

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Hand-carved “Wild Spirit” sculpture in Italian marble on a white lacquered wood base by Naomi Feinberg, American 1970’s. This is a stunning work by a renowned American sculptor.

Naomi Feinberg was a New York based sculptor who worked primarily in stone. She began sculpting in the 1940’s and became affiliated with artist group Studio 725 which was a consortium of woman artists working in Union Square NYC. She studied sculpture with Philip Darling, Jose De Creeft, and Lorrie Goulet at the New School, the Museum of Modern Art, the Art Students League, and the School of Visual Arts A relative late comer to the art world, Naomi Feinberg emerged as highly accomplished, multi-faceted artist who juggled architectural coherence with a preoccupation with the human form, to create works that are both experimental and primitive. She is included in the archives of American art at the Smithsonian Institute.

Provenance:  The personal collection of the artist and then her family after her death. This piece was part of Lobel Modern's exhibition:  Naomi Feinberg:  A Woman Sculpting in a Man's World.

W: 9 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: sculpture129

Roberto Estevez Exquisite Bull Sculpture with Sea Shells 1980s (Signed) - ON HOLD

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Exquisite unique sculpture of a stylized bull composed of sea shells with etched brass elements and an ebonized base by Roberto Estevez, American 1980's (signed “ESTEVEZ” on plaque on base). The use of sea shells to compose parts of the bull is nothing short of genius.

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: 12.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

ref: sculpture175

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Bronze Painting "Rhapsody #1" 1972 (Signed and Dated)

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"Rhapsody #1", a vibrant Abstract Expressionist painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne with hand-brazed sculptured frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1972 (signed “Philip K. LaVerne” in metal with original gallery labels on back). The unique engraved frame adds dynamism to this work. This piece was originally made for an art show (see label on back). The LaVernes did several works based on music.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 31 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

$35,000

ref: painting167