Stunning Danny Alessandro Fireplace Surround in Stainless Steel and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Fireplace surround in polished stainless steel with polished brass keystone by Danny Alesandro Ltd, American 1980's. This artisan fireplace surround is beautifully made and in the style of Karl Springer. Danny Alesandro, Ltd. was sold through Holly Hunt in the 1980’s. This model fireplace surround was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest in 1983 (see photo).

Outer Dimensions:
W: 70 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 47 inches

Inner Dimensions:
W: 60 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 39 inches

Condition: Excellent - few light scratches

SOLD

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Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tool Set in Lucite and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Fireplace tool set with upright post in lucite and tools in brass with black resin handles by Danny Alessandro LTD, American 1980's. This iconic tool set is both useful and very chic. Danny Alessandro, Ltd. was sold through Holly Hunt in the 1980’s. This model fireplace tool set was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest in 1983 (see photo).

W: 10 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 35 inches

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Condition: Excellent- brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern

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Karl Springer Large Rare Bronze Candle Holder 1980s - SOLD

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Large candle holder in solid bronze by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This is a rare Springer design. Superbly crafted.

H: 25.5 inches
Diam: 8 inches

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Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Large Hand-Blown Glass Hurricane Candle Holder 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Large hand-blown glass hurricane candle holder by Seguso VA (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (etched "KARL SPRINGER" on bottom). As with all artisan glass Springer designs, this hurricane is beautifully made and visually stunning. This is designed in 2 pieces which fit together so that the top part comes off and can be easily cleaned.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive contains several photos of the Karl Springer showroom in the late 1980’s and early 1990’s that show this model hurricane.

Diam: 12.5 inches
H: 23.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Richard Ginori Rare Stunning 64 Piece Black, White and Gold Set in Fine Porcelain 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare refined and visually stunning 64 piece set of service ware, fine porcelain in white, black and gold by Richard Ginori, Italy 1950's (signed). The black and gold set together are extremely rich and luxurious. There are no chips or cracks. This set was rarely if ever used.

12 Dinner Plates Diam: 10.5 inches       
12 Salad Plates Diam: 8 inches
12 Bread Plates Diam: 6.5 inches
14 Saucers Diam: 5.5 inches
14 Cups Diam: 3.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Hand-Blown Glass Ice Bucket by Seguso 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare artisan hand-blown glass ice bucket with handles by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (etched on bottom "KARL SPRINGER"). Seguso VA in Murano Italy made all of Karl Springer hand-blown art glass pieces. Another stunning work of art from Karl Springer.

Dimensions:

W: 10.5 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 9.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - some light scratches on the bottom of the ice bucket.

SOLD

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

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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

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Gary McCloy Ceramic Vase with Gunmetal and Gold Glazes 1980s - SOLD

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Hand-thrown ceramic vase with metallic gunmetal and gold glazes by Gary McCloy, American 1980s (signed on the bottom "Gary McCloy Los Angeles").

Diam: 11 inches
H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tool Set in Lucite and Chrome 1980s - SOLD

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Fireplace tool set in chrome with upright post in Lucite by Danny Alessandro LTD, American 1980's. A very elegant design. Danny Alessandro, Ltd. was sold through Holly Hunt in the 1980’s. This model fireplace tool set was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest in 1983 (see photo).

W: 10 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 35 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent. Minor wear to brush.

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Karl Springer Unique Large Polished Petrified Wood Orb on Custom Base 1980s - SOLD

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Remarkable unique large polished petrified wood orb on custom brass base by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Exotic materials and superb craftsmanship were the hallmark’s of Karl Springer’s design ethos. Because the petrified wood was organic, it has depth in a way that stone does not. This piece is stunning.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo of this piece in the NYC showroom in the 1980’s.

Diam: 10 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Les Prismatiques Chic Set of 4 Sculptural Bud Vases in Lucite 1980s - SOLD

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Set of 4 sculptural bud vases in solid lucite by Les Prismatiques, American 1980's. This set of bud vases would be a beautiful accent in any room.

Dimensions for each:
W: 4.5 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 6.5 inches

Condition: Excellent. Like-new condition.

SOLD

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Maitland Smith Exceptional Lidded Box in Tessellated Fossilized Coral 1980s - SOLD

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Large beautifully crafted hinged box in tessellated fossilized coral with brass inlays around top by Maitland Smith, The Phillippines 1980's. Interior is wood. This box would be a beautiful accent in any interior.

W: 14.25 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 6.25 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Roy Hamilton Rare and Important 29 Piece Dish Set 1970s (signed and stamped) - SOLD

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Rare and important 29 piece studio made set of ceramic plates, serving pieces, and cups by Roy Hamilton, American 1980's (signed and stamped on every piece).  It is rare to find such a large service by Roy Hamilton.

In a NEW YORK TIMES article from 1988 Albert Hadley commented: “In ceramics, the work of Roy Hamilton is certainly expressive of our time, with clean, imaginative shapes and interesting finishes. These objects reflect an appreciation and understanding of quality crafted objects. The classic, quiet things will endure.”

Large Serving Bowl
Diam: 16.5 inches / H: 8.5 inches
Large Serving Dish
Diam: 16.5 inches / H: 2.5 inches
11 Plates
Diam: 11.5 inches / 1 inch
12 Cups
W: 5 inches / D: 3.5 inches / H: 3.5 inches
2 Milk Servers
W: 5.5 inches / D: 3.5 inches / H: 3.5 inches
Sugar Bowl and Lid
Diam: 4.5 inches / H: 4.5 inches

Condition: Excellent / except for 2 pieces: large serving dish has a hairline crack which is stable and 1 plate has a repaired crack.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Chic "Molding Box" in Black and Purple Cobra 1980s - SOLD

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Exceptionally crafted "Molding Box" in black and purple cobra with brass hinge by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Interior lines in moire silk. This box is absolutely stunning.

H: 5 inches
W: 16 inches
D: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Pair of Superb 6 Panel Chinese Screens Sold Through Karl Springer 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of impressive custom order 6 panel screens (12 panels total) with continuous scene, black lacquer with carved Chinese scene with opulent gold and multicolor enamels with brass sabots and hinges, sold through the Karl Springer NYC showroom, 1980's. Backs of screens are beautifully executed with bamboo and flower imagery. The quality of execution of these screens is incredible. Karl Springer sold Chinese screens in his showrooms (photos in the Lobel Modern archive). This pair of screens is the best we have ever seen.

Dimensions:
W: 215 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 95 inches

Dimensions of each:
W: 107.5 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 95 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Danny Alessandro Pair of Beautiful Andirons in Polished Steel 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully made andirons in polished steel with wrought-iron posts by Danny Alessandro and sold through Holly Hunt, American 1980's. These are modern and timeless.

W: 6.5 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Exceptional "Kyoto Box" End Table in Shagreen 1980s - SOLD

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Exceptional "Kyoto Box" end table in shagreen with bone inlays, base in tessellated penshell, interior in cedar with beautiful chrome hinges, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Every single aspect of this incredible piece is meticulously crafted in the most luxurious materials.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, there is a page showing 3 different variations titled: “KARL SPRINGER LTD KYOTO BOXES, PENSHELL, SHAGREEN & FOSSILIZED CORAL”.

W: 21 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 22.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Large Lacquered "Kyoto Box" in 1980s - SOLD

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"Kyoto Box" hand lacquered shagreen and bone motif with hinged top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The interior is covered in suede. This can be used as a side or occasional table. It’s a special piece.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, there is a page showing 3 different variations titled: “KARL SPRINGER LTD KYOTO BOXES, PENSHELL, SHAGREEN & FOSSILIZED CORAL”.

W: 21 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer "Kyoto Box" in Tessellated Fossilized Coral 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Artisan "Kyoto Box" in tessellated fossilized coral with bronze banding and interior in cedar by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom "Karl Springer"). This table is a stunning accent piece or side table.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, this model is shown with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD KYOTO BOXES, PENSHELL, SHAGREEN AND FOSSILIZED CORAL.”

H: 17.25 inches
W: 22 inches
D: 16.25 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Aldo Tura Umbrella Stand in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s (signed) - SOLD

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Umbrella stand covered in lacquered goatskin with lithographically printed and hand-colored Renaissance scene and brass hardware by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1970's (signed on bottom).

W: 14.5 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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