(After) Jean-Michel Basquiat - Rare Collectors Set of 4 Screen Prints, Portfolio 1, 1983/2001 - SOLD

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A collectors set of 4 screen prints, “Head”, “Rinso”, “Per Capita” and “Ernok” in colors, on wove paper, each full sheet, each one with matching number A.P. 4/15 in pencil on lower right and signed and dated on reverse “11-19-01” by Gerard Basquiat (Administrator of the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat) in pencil with the Estate Stamp, published by DeSanctis Carr Fine Art, Lost Angeles, framed. Each was an edition of 85 with 15 artist’s proofs. Unframed the prints measure 39 7/8 inches x 39 7/8 inches. Framed under UV plexi. Cutaway on backs show Estate Stamps, signatures and dates. It is rare to have a complete collector’s set with the same number, all artists proofs. These are incredible.

Dimensions for each framed:
W: 50.5 inches
D: 2.5 inches
H: 50.5 inches

Condition: Very good - small crease near bottom of Ernok

Provenance: Original purchase invoice from DeSanctis Fine Art on file in gallery as well as chain of custody.

Documentation for “Ernok”:  Jean-Michel Basquiat, Tony Shafrazi Gallery, 1999, an image of the original work is shown on page 157.

SOLD

Karl Springer Nail Sculpture on Lucite Base ca 1975 - SOLD

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Sculpture composed of rusted and steel nails, spherical on a lucite base, sold by Karl Springer, American ca 1975.  Comes with Authentication by Karl Springer's Director of Design.  This sculpture is amazing.

Diam: 12 inches
H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Large Artisan Art Deco Vase 1970s - SOLD

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Large artisan glass vase with acid etched Art Deco design by Karl Springer, American 1970's.  This comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from the director of Karl Springer's production.

Diam: 9 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - small chips at mouth of vase

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Large Vase with Multicolor Rods 1955 - SOLD

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Large hand-blown glass vase with multicolor rods around top and bottom by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.) Murano Italy, 1955

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of the this series on page 41 with examples shown after, a similar example of this piece is shown on page 47.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 8.5 inches
D: 7 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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A.V.E.M. Set of 3 Engraved Colored Obelisks 1950s - SOLD

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Set of 3 obelisks with submerged green and amber glass and engraved on verso by Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy 1950s

1 Large Amber Obelisk
W: 4 inches
D: 2.5 inches
H: 11.5 inches

2 Green Obelisks
W: 3 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 10.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Giulio Radi "Reazioni Policrome" Vase in Blue Glass with Large Murrhines 1950-2 - SOLD

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A "Reazioni Policrome" vase in blue glass with large murrhines and silver foil by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1950-2

Reference:
Venetian Art Glass: An American Collection 1840-1970, Barovier, pg. 297 illustrates a similar example Il Vetro di Murano Alle Biennali 1895-1972, Barovier, Barovier Mentasti and Dorigato, pg. 66 illustrates a similar example

Diam: 5 inches
H: 11.75 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Giulio Radi "Reazioni Policrome" Vase in Blue Glass with Silver Foil 1950-2 - SOLD

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A "Reazioni Policrome" vase in blue glass with silver foil by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1950-2.

Reference:
Il Vetro di Murano alle Biennali 1895-1972, Barovier, Barovier Mentasti and Dorigato, pg. 61 illustrates technique Venetian Art Glass: An American Collection 1840-1970, Barovier, pg. 295 illustrates similar example Il Vetro di Murano alle Biennali 1895-1972, Barovier, Barovier Mentasti and Dorigato, pg. 61 illustrates technique

Diam: 5 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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John Konstantin Hansegger Pair of Original Abstract Paintings 1987 & 1988 - SOLD

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Pair of original abstract works on paper in silver frames by John Konstantin Hansegger, Switzerland 1987 & 1988.  Hansegger was born in Switzterland in 1908 and as a young painter moved to Paris and became a member of an artistic circle of avant garde artists, among them Picasso with whom he developed a friendship. Hansegger is one of the few artists to ever paint Picasso’s portrait. He mastered Cubism, Surrealism and invented a unique style. Abstract Parallels filled with symbolic imagery in bright primary colors. Picasso and Swiss Fernand Leger encouraged his career.   He later lived in the United States.

Each:
W: 40.5 inches
D:  .75 inches
H: 34.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Pollio Perelda Hand Blown Glass Vase for Fratelli Toso 1950s - SOLD

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Hand-blown glass vase with large murrhines by Pollio Perelda for Fratelli Toso, Murano Italy, 1950's

Diam: 5.5 inches
H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent

ref: fratellitoso6

Anzolo Fuga Rare "Bandiere" Vase with Multicolor Rods 1955-58 - SOLD

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Large and rare "Bandiere" vase, hand-blown with multicolor rods all around, by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-58.  "Bandiere" means "Flag".  This series was so named because of the way the glass rods laid out before they were blown.

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Bandiere Series 1955-58 on page 29 and this piece is shown on page 38.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 7 inches
D: 4 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Pulegoso Glass Vase with Black Spots 1960s - SOLD

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Rare and exceptional hand-blown glass vase, pulegoso glass indented with black spots, by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano 1960's

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, section titled "Various Decorations" pages 198-206, this piece is featured on page 203. 

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased these pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: fuga99

Anzolo Fuga Rare "Pavone" Vase with Applied Murrhines and Rods 1957-60 - SOLD

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Exceptional and rare "Pavone" vase in opaline glass with applied murrhines and rods by Anzolo Fuga for A.V.E.M., Murano Italy, 1957-60. 

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, description of the Pavone series on page 97 with examples shown after, this piece is shown on page 107.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 9.5 inches
H: 5.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Anzolo Fuga Iconic "Bandiere" Vase with Multichrome Rods and Hole 1950s - SOLD

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Large and important "Bandiere" vase with white and multichrome rods and hole by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy 1950's.  "Bandiere" means "Flag".  This series was so named because of the way the glass rods laid out before they were blown.

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Bandiere Series 1955-58 on page 29, a similar example is shown on page 35.

W: 10 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: fuga96

Brady Legler "Boomerang" Acrylic on Canvas 2016 - SOLD

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"Boomerang" is an original painting with acrylic on canvas by Brady Legler, American 2016 (signed and dated on verso).  Bio on our website.

W: 36 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Set of 3 Candleholders in Black Scavo Glass by Karl Springer - SOLD

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Set of 3 candle holders, black glass with Scavo finish, by Karl Springer for Seguso (Murano Italy), American, 1980's

H: 18 inches, 16inches, 14 inches without candles
Diameter: 8 in.

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: accessory140

Pablo Picasso Large Ceramic Wood Owl Vase 1952 - SOLD

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Maroon and black ceramic wood owl, turned white earthenware vase with knife-engraving, oxides, enamel, and glazes, by Pablo Picasso, France, #74/100, 1952.  Edition of 100 (Ramié, 134) . Inscribed on bottom "Edition Picasso 74/100 Madoura". Also stamped "EDITION PICASSO" and "Madoura Plein Feu" on bottom.

11.5 inches high
6 inches in diameter

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Pablo Picasso PICADOR Pitcher 1952 - SOLD

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Hand-thrown partially glazed terracotta pitcher PICADOR (Alain Ramie 162) marked 'Edition Picasso/Madoura' on bottom, France 1952 (edition of 500)

5.25 inches high
5 inches wide
3.5 inches deep

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

ref: ceramic41

J. Antony Redmile Pair of Mounted Horn Candle Holders With Polished Amethysts 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of exceptional candle holders, authentic horns with polished amethysts mounted on silver plated bird legs, by J. Antony Redmile, London England, 1970's (height with candles as shown is 19.5 inches)

17.5 inches long
6 inches deep
10.5 inches high

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Scavo Gass Sculpture And Bronze Base 1970s - SOLD

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Large scavo glass sculpture on custom bronze base by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1970s (etched signature reads "KARL SPRINGER").  This is a rare large work of art by Karl Springer.

H: 13.5 inches
W: 30 inches
D: 10.5 inches

SOLD
Condition: Excellent

ref: sculpture67

Vitorrio Ferro Unique Hand-Blown Glass Vase 2000 - SOLD

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Hand-blown glass vase with unique colorful murrhines by Vittorio Ferro for Fratelli Pagnin, Murano Italy, ca. 2000 (signed, "F. lli Pagnin by Vittorio Ferro"). Vittorio Ferro has been a glass master since the 1950's when he worked for Fratelli Toso. His murrhines and rods are unique because he made them himself. He stopped blowing glass shortly after this series.

Literature:  Murrine From Murano, One Man's Art in the Glass of Anotherby Adrian Odell, 2013.  Similar examples throughout.

H:  12 inches
Diam: 5.5 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: glass80