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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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"Round Leg Console Table", wall-mounted in copper and gunmetal with inset smoked glass top, by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on side "Karl Springer"). The meticulous craftsmanship and exceptional materials are hallmarks of Karl Springer’s works.
W: 4 feet 6 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 36 inches
$15,000
Condition: Excellent
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Rare and important 3 Legged African End Table, model 101-A, in plaster over rebar by John Dickinson, American ca. 1980. This is a wonderful example of John Dickinson's iconic design. This piece is shown in the John Dickinson 1970’s catalog.
Diam: 22.5 inches
H: 26.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Sculptural side table in plaster with 24 karat gold leaf and inset glass top by Lawrence De Martino, American 2000. Not many furniture designers worked in plaster and De Martino’s pieces are exceptionally jubilant.
W: 31.5 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 22.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Marriage Whirl" coffee table in patinated bronze and pewter by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, 1970s (signed "Philip & Kelvin LaVerne" on top).
W: 30 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 16 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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End table in chrome with lacquered book matched burl wood top in the style of Pace Furniture, Mexico 1970's. The combination of polished chrome and the burl wood is very striking.
W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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Pair of rare and important end tables, each with 2 doors incorporating antique Japanese printing blocks, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus Collection, 1957 (signed with Dunbar tags in drawers, paper label on bottom). These were custom orders tables as the antique Japanese blocks were not a standard option on them. These are extraordinary representations of the Janus series, which focused on hand crafting in an era when everyone was moving to industrial production with steel and glass.
Dimensions for each
W: 27 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 27.5 inches
SOLD
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"Ming #133" coffee table in patinated bronze and pewter with hand painted polychrome enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's. Signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”.
Reference:
”The Art of Philip LaVerne, Sculpture, Bronze and Pewter Tables”, catalog published in the 1960’s, a photo of this table is shown on page 22 with a description on page 42: “The extraordinary artistry of the Ming period is superbly captured in both detail and color in this table. The traditional Ming warrior holding the invincible sword is carved in bronze and pewter with soft patina accents of red, blues and greens.”
W: 65 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Chan" coffee table in pewter and bronze with hand-painted Chinese scene by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's. Signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”. This is the largest size this table was made. It’s impressive and has beautiful coloration.
Reference:
”The Art of Philip LaVerne, Sculpture II, Bronze and Pewter Tables, catalog published in the 1960’s, photo shown on page 9 with description on page 42 which states: “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty, is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. Colored patina inserts highlight the hexagonal pedestal. 36”, 40” or 48” round. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture design”
H: 17.5 inches
Diam: 47.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Eternal Forest" coffee table in patinated bronze and pewter with hand painted polychrome enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1972 (signed Philip + Kelvin LaVerne on top and has “Philip LaVerne Galleries LTD” on underside). This rare table is an incredible work of art with its organic repeating natural motif.
Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog, 1960’s, this 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. The base, a four star pedestal, is cast in bronze.”
Diam: 42.25
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of large bedside tables in lacquered tessellated bone with floating glass tops Colombian 1970's. These tables are beautifully made.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 32 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 22.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare sculptural "Turtle Table" in patinated bronze by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's. The top has an abstract tortoise shell-like finish.
Reference:
”Sculpture, Bronze and Pewter Tables, The Art of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne,” paper catalog, 1960’s, this table is shown on page 3, description in catalog states: “Unmistakably suggested by impressionistic lines is this delightful hint of a turtle. The magnificent tones of the golden bronze surface are encrusted with dancing green patinas. The top rests on a sculptured base with three legs.”
W: 29.5 inches
D: 22.5 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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End/Side table covered in snake skin with brass banding at base by Ron Seff, American, 1970's. This table has a drawer and a glass shelf. Ron Seff worked for Karl Springer and then went out on his own. Some of his designs were inspired by Karl Springer's designs.
W: 30 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 25.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Large "Chan" coffee table in patinated pewter and bronze with hand-painted enamels by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin Laverne” on top). This table has wonderful coloration and is an iconic example of the LaVernes’ unique art.
Diam: 42.5 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Round "Classical Table" in patinated bronze and pewter with engraved figural design incorporating hand painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's. Signed “Philip & Kelvin LaVerne” on top. This can be used as a center / hall table, game, or dining table. This is a rare and exceptional table.
Documentation:
”The Art of Philip & Kelvin LaVerne: Sculpture II” catalog, ca 1966, page 12 shows the coffee table version of this table, a description of it is found on page 42: “Three separate bronzes inlaid by hand create one solid background of magnificent light and dark brown bronzes. The design is the eternally inspiring theme of Muses; Dance, Poetry, Music, and Drama are portrayed.”
Diam: 38 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Extension dining table with artisan faux goatskin lacquer and pagoda bases in the style of Karl Springer, American 1980's. Comes with two leaves.
W: 71 inches
With Extension: 107 inches
D: 47 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent
$12,000
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Pair of angular leg coffee tables, dark mahogany bases with travertine tops, American 1950's.
Dimensions for Each
W: 30 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500 for the pair
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Racetrack dining/center table with radiating rosewood top, ebonized metal legs and bronze sabots attributed to Ico Parisi, Italy 1954. The craftsmanship is superb and it is absolutely stunning.
W: 68 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 30 inches
H to bottom of apron: 25 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
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Backgammon table in ostrich skin with brass banding and matching folding chairs in embossed ostrich leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's (signed on bottom with a paper label that reads “Karl Springer”). Game table in leather with original game pieces. This set comes from the Estate of Steve Lawrence and Edyie Gorme. It’s original home was in Beverly Hills and then they moved it to their Malibu beach house.
Backgammon Table:
W: 48 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 28.5 inches
Pair of Chairs:
W: 20 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent / brass has patina’d with age and has a bronze color.
SOLD
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Rare pair of “Special Festival Coffee Tables” in patinated bronze and pewter with painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American, 1960's. (Signed “Philip and Kelvin LaVerne on both table tops” and “Philip LaVerne Galleries Ltd.” labels on bottom of both tables). These tables are incredible works of art.
Dimensions for Each
W: 27 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Telephone Table" covered in black cobra on brass castors by Karl Springer, American 1985. (Signed and dated “Karl Springer 1985” on bottom).
W: 12.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 21.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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