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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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Paul Evans Stunning 4 Door Credenza in Walnut Burl 1973 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

4 Door credenza with bi-fold doors in tessellated walnut burl with adjustable shelves in interior by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1973. This piece has felt lining on the interior of the right door and on the shelf, perfect for dishes or valuables. These Paul Evans pieces are all unique and works of art.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, various pieces are shown in tessellated walnut burl, pages 117-123.

W: 72 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - this piece has been restored.

SOLD

ref: credenza113

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tags PAULEVANS2, sold case pieces 5

Edward Wormley Beautiful Pedestal Cabinet in Olive Burl 1963 (signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pedestal model 6302A in natural olive burl with hinged door and interior cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963.  Comes with original D key. Original paper label on bottom reads “Dunbar Furniture Corporation” with original pedigree details.

Diam: 16 inches
H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories CASE PIECES, TABLES
tags EDWARDWORMLEY, sold case pieces 5, sold tables 18

Tommi Parzinger Iconic Studded Small Chest/Bedside Table 1981 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in mahogany with chrome studs and exquisite pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1981. This piece is a gem. Beautifully crafted, it exudes Parzinger refinement.

Reference:
Comes with original drawing from Parzinger Originals along with the original receipt dated 12/22/81.

W: 25 inches
D: 20.5 inches including pulls
H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished by Lobel Modern

SOLD

ref: cabinet75

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tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, sold case pieces 5

Jacques Adnet Style 2-Door Cabinet in Black Lacquer 1940s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Elegant tall 2 door cabinet on tapering legs in black lacquer with exquisite brass hardware in the manner of Jacques Adnet, French 1940's (with original key). The interior is beautifully outfitted with glass shelves and pull out shelf. This piece has been newly relacquered and the metal has been completely restored. Incredibly refined, this piece would complement any interior. This could be used as a bar cabinet or general storage piece.

W: 40 inches
D: 14.5 inches
H: 61 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly relacquered and brass has been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

ref: cabinet69

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Paul Evans Rare and Important "Wavy Front Cabinet" 1969 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and Important large 4 door "Wavy Front Cabinet" in welded, patinated and textured steel with gilt and hand-colored enamels and original slate slab top by Paul Evans, American 1969 (signed and dated on bottom of door, ”Paul Evans 69”). The texturing of the metal doors and the enamel colors are exquisite. Coloration is completely original and in excellent condition. The doors are welded with wavy abstract compositions on both fronts and backs. The interior has 2 drawers covered in felt, each with a beautiful welded and gilded pull. Besides the drawers, there is a red lacquer wash and adjustable shelves. This piece was designed to be paired with Evans Sculptured Metal Dining Table which is currently available in the showroom (photo included). This is the best Wavy Front Cabinet we have seen.

Reference:
Paul Evans Designer & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head published by Schiffer in 2012. There is a photo of the wall-mounted version of this model on page 53 with the description, “Wavy front wall-mounted cabinet, 1966. Welded and patinated steel with natural cleft slate top.”

Provenance:
Acquired directly from the artist with a matching dining table, thence to Lobel Modern.

W: 96 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 34 inches

Condition: Excellent - doors have original stunning coloration/ no restoration. Few scratches to interior.

SOLD

ref: credenza127

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Karl Springer "Angular Leg Writing Desk/Vanity" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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"Angular Leg Desk/Vanity" in lacquered goatskin with 2 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The radius corners are dark brown goatskin. The combination is very chic. This desk is meticulously crafted.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “desks & consoles”, on page 4 there is a photo of this model with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD ANGULAR LEG DESK (page) 4”.

W: 54 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: desk82

 

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tags KARLSPRINGER4, sold case pieces 5, sold tables 17

Tommi Parzinger Rare Hand-Tooled Black Leather Credenza with Iconic Pulls 1940s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Iconic and rare 4 door credenza model TP 18 with hand-tooled black leather doors and iconic etched brass pulls on ebonized mahogany base by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1940's (signed on back “Charak Modern”). The hand-tooling is done in gold. Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished. This is one of Parzinger’s most stunning designs.

Reference:
Charak Modern 1940’s catalog, Folio No 6-Modern, there is a catalog sheet with a photograph of this credenza with the description: “CHARAK MODERN TP 18 COMMODE…”

W: 66 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Pulls have been newly plated, polished and lacquered. Base has been refinished. Leather has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

Ref: credenza126

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Dunbar Exceptional Mahogany Desk with Inset Leather Top 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted desk in dark mahogany with inset leather top and sculpted oval chrome and brass pulls as well as brass feet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1960's (signed with metal Dunbar label in drawer). The mixed metal pulls are a chic detail. The right lower drawer is for files. A superb Edward Wormley design.

W: 52 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Very good - some scratches and marks in leather on the top consistent with age. A few small marks in wood.

SOLD

Ref: desk116

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Odyssey Cabinet" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Very rare and important "Odyssey Cabinet" with ancient Greek motif in patinated bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Kelvin Philip LaVerne” on front of door). Interior has a speckled green lacquer. Drawer and shelf fronts are bronze. Every element of this cabinet is magnificent. On the left door, there is an artist sketching on the steps of the Parthenon. Kelvin LaVerne explained to Evan Lobel that he drew himself into the scene. Only a few of these were made according to Kelvin, making them extremely rare. A superb work of art.

Reference:
The Art of Philip LaVerne, Sculpture III, Bronze and Pewter Tables, catalog published in the 1970’s, On page 15 there is a photo of a coffee table with this motif with the description in the back of the book “Hand sculpted bronze inlaid with pewter, depicting the muses of dance, music and drama posed amidst the Erectheum and Parthenon.”

W: 59 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: credenza125

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tags Laverne 6, sold case pieces 5

Harvey Probber Stunning Credenza/Chest with Carpathian Elm Doors and Base 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Exceptional credenza/chest of drawers in Honduran mahogany with book-matched Carpathian elm sliding doors and base, drawers with bronze pulls and interior drawers lacquered in ivory lacquer by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (Signed "Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber" in right interior drawer). The pulls on the sliding doors are hand-carved rosewood and inset. This piece showcases Probber’s devotion to fine craftsmanship.

 W: 77 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 33.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important 4 Door "Chinois Cabinet" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important 4 door "Chinois Cabinet" in patinated bronze and pewter with beautiful and subtle hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on the front left door). The interior is lacquered red and the shelves are trimmed in patinated bronze. A drawer on the left side of the interior is beautifully finished as only the LaVernes could do. This piece is a magnificent work of master artisanship. Very few cabinets like this were made. Shown in the environmental photo with an extremely rare LaVerne mirror.

Reference:
The Art of Philip LaVerne, Sculpture III catalog published in the 1970’s, photos of the 4 doors are shown as distinct works of art on page 39 with the description in the back of the catalog which reads: “The unique expression of bronze and pewter harmoniously joined in a detailed interpretations of the Chinoiserie era.”

W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 31.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: credenza124

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tags Laverne 6, sold case pieces 5

Tommi Parzinger 3 Door Credenza with Exquisite Nickel Pulls 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted 3 door credenza in high gloss mahogany with exquisite etched nickel pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's. This piece exudes refinement and elegance in a way only Parzinger could create.

Provenance:
Private Collection Park Ave NYC

W: 61.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: credenza118

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Eugenio Diez Illuminated Four-Door Cabinet with Incredible Figural Inlays 1940s - SOLD

Eric McNatt

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Four-door cabinet with exquisite figural inlays in exotic woods on sculptural base by Eugenio Diez, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1940s. Each door has two raised and illuminated panels with inlays. The left side interior is an illuminated cabinet with pull-out shelf and drawers and the right side has wood shelves.  This piece is unique and special.  The inlays, shape and illuminated front panels are incredible.

W: 7 feet 6.5 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 5 feet 6 inches

SOLD

Condition:  Excellent - minimal wear commensurate with age

Ref: cabinet3

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Vladimir Kagan Rare and Iconic Large Chest of Drawers in Walnut 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Iconic and rare large chest of drawers in walnut with black lacquer and splayed legs by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House, American 1950's. This is one of Kagan’s most important and quintessential designs.

Reference:
The Complete Kagan, Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design with forward by Tom Ford published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2004, on page 99 is a photo of the smaller version of this same chest.

W: 80 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored to like-new condition.

SOLD

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tags VLADIMIRKAGAN2, sold case pieces 5

De Coene Freres Art Deco Cabinet in Mahagony with Bronze Medallions 1930s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning Art Deco cabinet from the Voltaire Series with drop down front in mahogany with 2 artisan bronze medallions, sabots and trim by De Coene Freres, Belgium 1930's. This can be used as a secretary or bar cabinet. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are superb. Comes with original keys.

Reference:
Les Ateliers D’Art De Courtrai De Coene Freres, published by Le Livre Timperman, see page 189 for model reference.

W: 40 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 51.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - completely restored: refinished and metal cleaned, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

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George Nakashima Rare Free-Edge Double Pedestal Desk in Walnut 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare double pedestal desk with free edge top in walnut with rosewood butterfly on top by George Nakashima, American 1950's (name of client “COX” written in marker on bottom of top). Each one of these pieces was custom made for it’s owner, and as such, each is a unique work of art.

Reference:
George Nakashima Full Circle by Derek E. Ostergard for the American Craft Museum of the Museum Craft Council, published in 1989, on pages 122 is a photo and description of a similar desk.

W: 70 inches
D: 28.5 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - top has been refinished

SOLD

ref: desk123

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Jules Leleu Double Pedestal Desk in French Walnut 1940s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Art Deco double pedestal desk in French walnut with curved center drawer and bookcase inset into back by Jules Leleu, France 1940's (signed “J.Leleu” on plaque on inside of door). Meticulous craftsmanship and fine materials are the hallmarks of the House of Leleu.

W: 67 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - professionally refinished by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: desk125

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Paul Evans Iconic Artisan 4 Door Credenza 1968 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning 4 door credenza model PE-40A in hand-welded steel with hand-painted polychrome enamels and gilding featuring bi-fold doors with red colored interior and cleft slate tops by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1968. These artisan pieces by Paul Evans are pure art. Each one is unique in its own way. Shown with the matching small cabinet that was designed to go with it which is sold separately.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, the original ad for this cabinet is shown on page 75 and another example of this cabinet is shown on pages 77.

W: 72 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 32 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: credenza122

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Paul Evans 2 Door Wall Mounted Cabinet Welded 1968 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning and iconic wall mounted 2 door cabinet, hand-welded with polychrome enamels and gold leaf, by Paul Evans, American 1968 (Signed “Paul Evans 68”). Interior is lacquered red with shelf. We have the matching credenza which is shown in the photo with this cabinet. An incredible combination.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, the original ad for this cabinet shown with the matching credenza on page 75. As we have shown it in our environmental photograph.

Provenance:
Purchased by Lobel Modern from original owners as part of a large collection of Paul Evans originally located in Los Angeles.

W: 24 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: cabinet68

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Harvey Probber Chic Illuminating Bar Cabinet 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Elegant bar cabinet in mahogany with polished brass pulls and legs with drop down front and illuminated interior by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (signed “Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber, Fall River, Massachusetts” on label inside drawer). There is a cork lined drawer at the top. New LED light installed by Lobel Modern. Wood has been refinished and brass has been replated, polished and lacquered. This is a stunning Harvey Probber cabinet, with beautiful proportions and superb materials.

W: 42 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 43.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly refinished and brass has been replated, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

ref: cabinet71

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tags HARVEYPROBBER1, sold case pieces 5