Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Etruscan Spiral Tea Table" 1960s - SOLD

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Rare and exceptional "Etruscan Spiral Tea Table" in bronze with engraved top in bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side) . These small 2 tier tea tables rarely become available and are like little jewels.

Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture II”, paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 22 there is a photo of a coffee table with this pattern. In the back of the catalog is a description which reads: “ETRUSCAN SPIRAL: Bronze forms embedded in pewter create a pattern reminiscent of ancient Etruscan artistry. The design flows softly along the beautifully sculptured form of the table.”

Diam: 12 inches Height: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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

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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.

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Eternal Forest Tea Table" 1972 - SOLD

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Rare and exceptional "Eternal Forest Tea Table” with top in patinated bronze and pewter with hand painted enamels over a repeating tree motif by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1972. These small 2 tier tea tables rarely become available and are like little jewels.

Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog, 1970’s, Eternal Forest Coffee Table is shown on page 14, description in back states, “Eternal Forest - Symbol of the continuity of life and growth, a peaceful unending forest stands before us. Hand sculpted of bronze and pewter, with delicate tones of natural patinas. ….”

Diam: 12 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Medici Coffee Table" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare “Medici Coffee Table” in patinated pewter and bronze with engraved figural motifs with hand-painted enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed on top “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). This table is stunning. The base is a unique sculpture which perfectly complements the table top.

Reference:
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Sculpture III catalog, printed in the 1960’s, there is a photo of this table on page 21 and in the back of the catalog the description of the table states: “MEDICI - Michelangelo’s major sculptures from the Medici Chapel in Florence are combined with the slave figures from the Sistine Chapel. Created as a contemporary sculpture, the abstract bronze base complements the timeless classical surface.”

W: 61.5 inches
D: 33.5 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Unique Customized Hand-Carved African Table 1970s - SOLD

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Unique table with an authentic African hand-carved bench with added artisan bronze fittings and thick custom glass top by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Karl Springer was adept at taking beautiful genuine artifacts and modifying them with his own artistic touches to turn them into his own functional art. This table would function as a side table or coffee table and is super chic.

Reference:
Architectural Digest issue dated January/February 1977, Karl Springer apartment is featured on the cover and inside. On the cover there is a side table similar to this one: a hand-carved bench with artisan bronze fittings and custom glass top.

Provenance:
Purchased by Lobel Modern from a former employee of Karl Springer

W: 21 inches
D: 10.5 inches
H: 14.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Pair of "Sandstone Sculpture Tables" 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of "Sandstone Sculpture Tables" with bases is cast composite stone with glass tops and brushed bronze caps by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series was only done for a few years. The forms and materials are superb together. New glass tops 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 tops fabricated to original specs by Lobel Modern

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Rare Lacquered and Studded Side Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning rare side table/chest model 223 in white lacquer with chrome studs and pull on an ebonized mahogany base by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's (Signed “Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). This piece has been newly relacquered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog published in the 1960’s shows a drawing of this piece with the model number “223” written below it.

W: 20.5 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent.

SOLD

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Willy Rizzo Lacquered Coffee Table with Red and Blue Elements 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning lacquered coffee table in white lacquer with graphic concentric red and blue lacquer elements by Willy Rizzo, Italian 1970's (signed on side "Willy Rizzo"). The recessed base is lacquered black which gives the table the appearance of floating. This table is super chic. A great example of Rizzo’s work.

Reference:
Willy Rizzo Catalog published by Mallette in 2009 shows this model coffee table on page 57 in rectangular form with a chrome insert and white lacquer.

W: 47.5 inches
D: 47.5 inches
H: 12.5 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

SOLD

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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

SOLD

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Karl Springer "Sculpture Table" in Polished Steel and Brass 1985 (Signed) - SOLD

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Iconic “10” Diameter Sculpture Table" with polished steel base, polished brass cap and screw and thick cantilevered glass top by Karl Springer, American 1985 (impressed signature in steel “Karl Springer”). Inside the steel base is a an extremely heavy solid lead weight which keeps this table from tilting over. This table was designed to be a side table and is very sturdy; it was not designed to be a coffee table leg. This table has been professionally cleaned and polished and is in excellent condition. It was hard to photograph with the reflections; look at the environmental photo next to the chair to get see it clearly.

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

W: 19.5 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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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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Paul Evans Hand-Welded Cube Table with Polychrome Enamels 1973 (Signed) - SOLD

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Cube Table in hand-welded steel with beautiful polychrome enamels and inset cleft slate top by Paul Evans, American 1973 (signed “PE 73” on bottom corner). This iconic table is a timeless Evans design. The coloration on this piece is superb.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, this model is shown on the top of page 72.

W: 14.5 inches
D: 14.5 inches
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - slate has been professionally cleaned.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Hexagonal Side Table in Embossed Lizard 1989 (Signed) - SOLD

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Exceptionally crafted hexagonal table in beige lacquered embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1989 (leather label on bottom reads “Karl Springer 1989”).

W: 18 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 21.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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George Nakashima Free Edge Slab Coffee Table In English Walnut 1950s - SOLD

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Free Edge Slab Coffee Table in English walnut with rosewood butterfly by George Nakashima, American 1950's. Table features a single slab top with free edges, expressive figured grain, and one rosewood butterfly. A beautiful example of George Nakashima’s work.

Reference:
George Nakashima Full Circle by Derek E. Ostergard for the American Craft Museum of the Museum Craft Council, published in 1989, on pages 118 and 119 is a photo and description of a Slab Coffee Table.

Provenance:
Private Collection Boston. Purchased by this owner from Peter Roberts Antiques in 2003 in New York City.

H: 13 inches
W: 30 inches
L: 74 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Hand Carved African Elephant Table with Floating Glass Top 1980s - SOLD

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Authentic hand carved African elephant table with customized glass top and polished brass fittings by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These Karl Springer African tables are rare gems.

Karl Springer incorporated authentic African artifacts into his showroom by customizing them with luxurious hardware and floating glass tops.

W: 19 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent (new glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern)

SOLD

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Karl Springer Stunning Console Table In Lacquered Goat Skin 1980 - SOLD

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Impressive console table in taupe and brown mirror lacquered goatskin with racetrack top and curved sides by Karl Springer, American 1980. Dated on bottom. This table exemplifies the impeccable craftsmanship of Karl Springer.

W: 60.5 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches

SOLD

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

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Karl Springer Backgammon Table in Embossed Lizard Leather 1970s - SOLD

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Early and rare game table with backgammon board in embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's (remnants of old Karl Springer leather label on bottom).

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Brown Paper Catalog published in the 1970’s, page 17 shows a photo of this model.

W: 41 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - this table has been completely restored.

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Large Burmese Circular Rain Drum End Table in Bronze Early-20th Century - SOLD

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Large Burmese bronze Karen rain drum with intricate decoration on the top and around the body of the drum with four triple piggy-backed frogs. These drums are also referred to as frog drums and have been used for hundreds of years in various tribal rituals in south East Asia, especially so among the Karen people of Thailand and Burma for a number of different ceremonial rituals, East Asia early-20th century. We also have a smaller version of this table for sale. This table is an incredible art piece.

Diam: 30 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Very good. Light marks and scratches consistent with age.

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Paul Evans Rare Pair of Welded and Enameled Steel Cube Side Tables 1968 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

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Rare pair of Cube Tables in hand-welded steel with beautiful polychrome enamels and gilding with inset cleft slate top by Paul Evans, American 1968 (signed “PE 68” on bottom corner). These iconic tables are extremely versatile and can be used as side tables or coffee tables. They are finished on all sides and each one is a unique work of art.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, this model is shown on the top of page 72.

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

Each:
W: 14 inches
D: 14 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - slate tops have been professionally cleaned.

SOLD

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