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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.
Lobel Modern
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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Exceptional and unique “JMF Floor Lamp” with accompanying shade in tessellated travertine over brass by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. This lamps is a testament to Springer’s devotion to fine craftsmanship and materials.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, section titled “lighting”, on page 8 there is a photo of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. FLOOR LAMP (page) 6”
W: 7 inches at base
D: 7 inches at base
H: 60 inches
Shade: 23.5 inches square
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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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
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Exceptionally crafted "Kyoto Box" in tessellated penshell with brass inlays on top and trim around base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer Hand Made In Philippines” on bottom of base). These Kyoto Boxes are like jewels. The materials and craftsmanship are simply superb. These were designed so they could be used as side tables.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, this same model is shown on the bottom left side of the page with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD KYOTO BOXES, PENSHELL, SHAGREEN AND FOSSILIZED CORAL.”
W: 23 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$8,500
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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
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Stunning one-of-a-kind hinged box in polished blue sodalite stone by Karl Springer, American 1980's (shown with original showroom tag from the 1980’s). Blue sodalite is a rare mineral often used for gem stones. Springer liked to make decorative objects out of rare and beautiful materials. Superbly crafted, this box is an excellent example of his devotion to fine craftsmanship.
W: 7.5 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 2 inches
$4,500
Condition: Excellent
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Exceptionally crafted table top box in tessellated travertine with wood interior by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" on bottom). This box has a nice scale and the craftsmanship is superb.
W: 14.5 inches
D: 10.5 inches
H: 4.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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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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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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Octagonal wall hanging mirror in superb artisan marble lacquer with bronze accents and beveled mirror by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Springer worked with artists who could accomplish the most complex and realistic finishes. This lacquer work is absolutely stunning.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s shows an image of this model on page 76.
W: 42.5 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 42.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of elegant curved back lounge chairs with solid brass legs, Italian 1950's. These have been newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in a beautiful blue/gray fabric. They are extremely chic and comfortable.
H: 32 inches
W: 28 inches
D: 30 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
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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Hand-thrown earthenware table lamp with craquele glaze and brass hardware by Jean Besnard for Emile-Jacques Ruhlman, France 1940's (signed on bottom “JB FRANCE”). New custom shade comes with lamp. This lamp is wonderfully executed and a timeless design.
Reference:
Florence Camard, Ruhlmann, Master of Art Deco, New York, 1984, p. 149 for a similar example and p. 159
Provenance:
Private Collection, New York
Dimensions:
Base Diam: 8.5 inches
H: 23.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 13.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
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.
SOLD
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Large hand-blown glass vanity mirror with brass accents by Seguso Vetri D’Arte, Murano Italy, 1981 (signed S.V.d ‘A Albarelli 981 on bottom). This mirror is exquisite and beautifully made.
W: 13.5 inches
D: 11 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - small signs of wear consistent with age
SOLD
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IWC Portuguese Perpetual Calendar Watch, reference IW502119, 18K rose gold case on a brown alligator strap with a deployment clasp, automatic movement with moon phase, perpetual calendar, power reserve and date complications, black dial, smooth bezel, display back, sapphire crystal, size: 44mm, thickness: 16mm. Very good condition with box and papers.
Diam 44mm, thickness: 16mm
SOLD
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.
SOLD
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Hublot Classic Fusion Watch Reference 521.OX.1180.LR.1104, 18K rose gold case on an alligator and rubber strap with a deployment stainless steel clasp, automatic movement with chronograph and date complications, diamond and fixed bezel, black dial, closed back, sapphire crystal. Excellent condition with box and papers.
Diam 45mm, thickness: 13mm
SOLD
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
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Clean line console table in textured white leather with chrome stud design by Lobel Originals, American ca. 2010 (signed with metal label on bottom). This table is meticulously crafted.
W: 48 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Condition: Very good - some minor indentations in leather on top.
$7,500
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