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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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Pair of artisan hand-blown glass table lamps, with white scavo finish and green accents, by Cenedese, Murano Italy, 1970's. The forms and colors are beautiful.
Diam: 9 inches
H: 32 inches (adjustable to 36 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Chandelier with 3 hanging pin-striped milk glass shades with walnut armature and brass accents by Lightolier, American 1950's. (Lightolier label on canopy). The drop can be modified to spec.
Diam: 20 inches
H: 46 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of Asian inspired neoclassical table lamps in bronze with ebonized bases by Paul Hanson, American 1950's. These lamps are beautifully proportioned and very elegant. Rewired with silk cords and new sockets by Lobel Modern. New shades.
W: 8 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 30 inches
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent - Rewired with silk cords and new sockets by Lobel Modern. New shades.
SOLD
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Unique tension floor lamp in torch-cut welded and enameled steel and gold leaf with original pleated fabric shade by Paul Evans Studio, American 1965. Adjustable screws at top and bottom allow the lamp to stand up using the tension between the floor and ceiling. This piece exemplifies the exceptional artisanship and ingenuity of Paul Evans.
Dimensions as Shown:
W: 6 inches at base
D: 6 inches at base
H: 98 inches (Adjustable to 122 inches)
Shade Diam: 12 inches
Shade H: 22 inches
Condition: Lamp is in excellent - original shade has some marks and small tears
SOLD
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Stunning unique table lamp, ceramic double gourd in Chinese red lacquer with gold leaf overlay, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp was in the Springer lighting line, but this variation is unique. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new sockets and silk cord. This lamp is a work of art.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, a page shows this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD MANDARIN TABLE LAMP…”
Dimensions:
Diam: 11 inches
H: 31.5 inches (adjustable to 34 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 10.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new brass socket assembly and silk cord.
SOLD
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Unique large chandelier in patinated and textured bronze with 12 arms each with a globe with crackled glass by Paul Evans, American 1970's. Chandeliers by Paul Evans are rare. The scale of this one makes it incredible. It is Brutalism at its best. It was custom made for the Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, MA which was built in 1969/70.
Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive retains a photograph of this chandelier hanging in Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, Massachusetts (see image).
Dimensions:
Diam: 52 inches
H: 42 inches (can be customized to spec)
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare "Mushroom Table Lamp" in polished brass with 3 bulbs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The shade was hand-spun by metal artisans. An iconic Karl Springer design. Brass has been professionally polished and lacquered. Lamp has been rewired with new sockets and silk wire.
Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, on page 1 there is a photo of this model with the title “MUSHROOM TABLE LAMP”.
Diam: 18 inches
H: 30 inches
Base Diam: 5 inches
Shade H: 9 inches
Condition: Excellent- Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered; Rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk wire.
SOLD
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Pair of beautifully made table lamps in faceted and polished rock crystal with bases in gold leaf and brass hardware, Italian 1990s. Each faceted rock crystal element is exquisite. The pair have been newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new brass sockets. Lighting fittings have been professionally polished and lacquered. With original string shades.
Dimensions for each as shown:
W: 10 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 32 inches (adjustable to 36 inches)
Shade W: 15 inches
Shade D: 10.5 inches
Shade H: 12.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new brass sockets. Lighting fittings have been professionally polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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Pair of rare “Galaxy Sconces” in brass with illuminating green faceted lucite backs by Karl Springer, American 1990's. The lucite on these sconces has the appearance of hand-chipped green glass which illuminates when the bulbs are lit. They are very chic.
Each:
W: 13.5 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 7 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Table lamp with solid lucite discs and polished chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The stacked lucite disks are very chic. Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.
Dimensions:
Diam: 9 inches
H: 26 inches (adjusts to 29 inches)
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 9 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.
SOLD
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Floor lamp in polished chrome with artisan hand-blown glass shade, Murano Italy, 1970's.
Diam: 15.5 inches
H: 61 inches
Condition: Very good - Glass is in excellent condition. Light scratches on chrome base.
SOLD
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Pair of fine artisan porcelain table lamps with stunning craquele glaze, custom polished brass hardware and bases with ball feet, American 1960's. These are hand-thrown and beautifully made. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with gold silk cords. These would be a stunning addition to any room.
Dimensions for each as shown:
Diam: 10 inches
H: 33 inches (adjustable to 29 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches
Condition: Excellent - Brass hardware has been polished and lacquered, and the lamps have been rewired with new silk cords by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Glass Torchere in hand blown black glass with scavo finish by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (retains original Seguso paper label). These art pieces were hand-made by Seguso in Murano Italy exclusively for Karl Springer.
H: 69 inches
Diam: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare "Mushroom Table Lamp" in gunmetal with polished brass dome shade with 3 bulbs by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The shade was hand-spun by metal artisans. An iconic Karl Springer design and the mix of gunmetal and brass is very chic. Brass has been professionally polished and lacquered. Lamp has been rewired with new sockets and silk wire.
Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “lighting”, on page 1 there is a photo of this model with the title “MUSHROOM TABLE LAMP”.
Diam: 18 inches
H: 29 inches
Base Diam: 5 inches
Shade H: 8 inches
Condition: Excellent- Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered; Rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk wire.
SOLD
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Hand blown 6 arm glass chandelier with scavo finish by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seguso executed all of Karl Springer’s hand-blown glass pieces and Karl’s preferred finish was scavo which means “dug up” and imitates ancient objects in the form and texture to those found in archaeological excavations. During manufacturing, a mixture of several powders (carbonates nitrates, talc, silica, etc.) is dispersed on the glass surface. Then the object is heated up to 800-Celsius degrees. A stunning work of art.
Lobel Modern Archive has numerous ads published in the 1980’s in Architectural Digest showing this chandelier.
Diam: 34.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Provenance: This chandelier comes from the collection of a gentleman who worked for Karl Springer before the showroom closed.
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptional large table lamp in travertine with vertical chrome accents, Italian 1960's. This lamp is a beautiful combination of materials.
Dimensions:
W: 8 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 33 inches
Shade W: 16 inches
Shade D: 16 inches
Shade H: 11.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of solid lucite table lamps with octagonal sections separated by cylindrical sections with chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. As with all Springer’s pieces, these are beautifully made.
Diam: 6 inches
H: 30.5 inches (adjusts with riser to make them higher or shorter)
Shade 16 inch diameter x 12 inches high
Condition: Very good
SOLD
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Stunning large hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with abstract animal motif in delicate colors by Guido Gambone, Italy 1950's (signed “Gambone” on bottom with donkey). This is one of the largest and most beautiful Guido Gambone ceramic lamps we have seen. It’s really incredible. This lamp has been rewired with silk cord and metal has been replated with a bronze finish.
Dimensions as shown:
Ceramic Body Diam: 8.5 inches
Ceramic Body H: 18.5 inches
H: 31.5 (Height adjustable from 30 inches to 35 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition with no cracks or chips. Rewired with new silk cord and replated bronze bulb assembly.
SOLD
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Pair of large artisan table lamps in taupe shagreen with bronze bases and hardware, custom design, American 1970's. These lamps are of the highest quality and very refined.
W: 10 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 35 inches
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of Neoclassical urn-shaped table lamps, silver-plated with open backs and tops, by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier, Heritage Silver collection, American 1940s. These lamps are incredibly stylish.
W: 6.5 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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