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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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Karl Springer Pair of Rare JMF Benches in Ox Blood Goatskin with Cushions 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of rare sculptural “J.M.F. Benches” in oxblood lacquered goatskin with seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These exquisite benches are stunning in every way. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 50 is a photo of this model with a seat cushion.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 24 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - New custom cushions fabricated by Lobel Modern.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: benches49

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER16, BENCHES

David Hicks Style Pair of Chic Upholstered Benches/Ottomans 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of finely made fully upholstered benches/ottomans in a beautiful graphic velvet print in the manner of David Hicks, American 1970's. They have springs inside which goes to their high quality. These benches would be a beautiful accent in any room.

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent

$5,500 for the pair

ref: benches48

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categories SEATING
tags BENCHES, CHAIRS AND OTTOMANS

Artisan Pair Of Molded Lucite Barstools With Upholstered Seats 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of molded lucite bar stools with chrome foot rests and upholstered seats, American 1970's. Seats newly reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern. These are made from a single sheet of lucite which is molded and cut. The simplicity of the design makes these very chic.

Dimensions:
D: 15.5 inches
W: 17.5 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Lucite cleaned and polished. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

$5,500 for the pair

ref: barstools41

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categories SEATING
tags STOOLS

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Iconic Lounge Chairs in Laminated Ash 1954

Evan Lobel

Pair of masterfully crafted lounge chairs model 5480 in laminated ash with caned back and brass sabots by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1954. These chairs are a tour de force of design. One of the first pieces made of laminated wood, this design stretched the mechanical capabilities of the master woodworkers making Wormley’s pieces. The tapering legs and brass sabot make them incredibly sexy.

Reference:
Dunbar Black and White Book published in 1956, this model is shown on page 44 as “5480 Chair” with technical specs on page 183.

Dimensions for each:
W: 24.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered.

$12,000 for the pair

Ref: loungechairs216

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categories SEATING
tags EDWARDWORMLEY2, LOUNGE / CLUB 2

Karl Springer Cantilevered "Mushroom Bench" 1980s (signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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"Mushroom Bench", cantilevered in polished stainless steel with upholstered leather seat, by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with Karl Springer metal label on bottom). A rare and beautiful Karl Springer design. 

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, there is a drawing of this design on page 49.

W: 21 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 15.5 inches

Condition: Very Good - some light scratches in metal from light use / spots on leather seat.

SOLD

ref: bench150

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Vladimir Kagan Rare Iconic Set of 4 Sculpted Walnut Dining/Game Chairs 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 iconic and rare dining/game chairs model 175A in sculpted walnut with upholstered seats and backs by Vladimir Kagan, American 1950's. These stunning chairs have been refinished and newly upholstered in light blue velvet. They are extremely comfortable.

Reference:
The Complete Kagan, Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design with forward by Tom Ford published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2004, this model is shown on pages 89, 106, 107, and 113. It is shown in the original catalog on page 265.

W: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been newly refinished and reupholstered in blue velvet by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs238

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categories SEATING
tags VLADIMIRKAGAN2, sold seating12

Karl Springer Set Of 4 Exceptional "Regency Arm Chairs" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 "Regency Armchairs" in polished stainless steel with gold tinted brass back elements and black leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. The craftsmanship of this set of Regency Armchairs is off the charts. Considered one of Springer’s best chair designs, they are very chic. These are perfect as dining or game chairs.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 1 shows this model chair with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD REGENCY ARMCHAIR (page) 1”.

W: 21 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 26 inches

Condition: Very good - few small scratches in steel consistent with age and light use; some age and patina to black leather seats.

SOLD

Ref: diningchairs234

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER16, sold seating12

Tommi Parzinger Set of 8 Iconic Dining Chairs with Upholstered Center Back Panels 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 8 iconic and refined dining chairs (models 162 and 162A) in mahogany with tapering legs with upholstered seats and center back panels by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These chairs are a timeless Parzinger design. Newly refinished and reupholstered in a super chic fabric.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals catalog published in the 1960’s shows these models in the seating section.

Dimensions for Arm Chairs:
W: 21.5 inches
D:  23 inches
H:  35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Arm H: 22.5 inches

Dimensions for Side Chairs:
W: 20 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly refinished and reupholstered.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs241

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categories SEATING
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, sold seating12

Pace Collection Desk/Vanity Chair With Swiveling Lucite Seat 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Sculptural desk/vanity chair  No. 171 with swiveling lucite seat and cushion on polished aluminum base by I. M. Rosen for The Pace Collection, American 1970's. This chair is very chic. New cushion by Lobel Modern.

W: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: deskchair17

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Paul Frankl Set of 4 Plunging Neckline Dining/Game Chairs 1950s

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 "Plunging Neckline" dining/game chairs by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, American 1950's. Refinished and newly upholstered in white leather. These chairs are both very chic and comfortable.

W: 21 inches
D:  19.5 inches
H:  36 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered.

$8,000 for the set

ref: diningchairs244

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categories SEATING
tags DINING CHAIRS 2

Vladimir Kagan Rare "Lotus Desk Chair" in Molded Lucite 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare "Lotus Desk Chair" model 7003 in molded curved lucite with upholstered seat and back with chrome base incorporating a tilt and swivel mechanism by Vladimir Kagan, American 1970's. Polished chrome fittings on the exterior of the lucite shell. This desk chair is super chic and very comfortable.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan catalog published in the 1970’s shows this desk chair with the description: “Contoured plexiglass shell with oval padded back rest. Seat of polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Tilt-swivel pedestal with four prong castor base available in chrome, satin brass or antique brass.”

W: 20.5 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Very good - few light scratches in lucite. Few small spots in fabric at front edge.

SOLD

ref: deskchair41

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categories SEATING
tags VLADIMIRKAGAN2, sold seating12

Tommi Parzinger Chic Pair of Swiveling Upholstered Lounge Chairs 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of swiveling upholstered barrel back lounge chairs model no. 177 with hand-turned wood accents and cross stretchers by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960s These chairs are extremely chic and comfortable.

Reference:
PARZINGER ORIGINALS INC paper catalog published in the 1960’s, a drawing of this model chair is shown with “#177” written below. This model was typically made with a stationary base. These were customized with the same swivel base with cross stretchers shown with model #211 shown underneath it.

Dimensions for each:
W: 26 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent - wood has been refinished.

SOLD

Ref: loungechairs215

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categories SEATING
tags TOMMIPARZINGER3, sold seating12

Gio Ponti Rare and Important Pair of Lounge Chairs 1940s (COA from Ponti Archive) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important pair of high back lounge chairs with wood frames and upholstered seats and backs by Gio Ponti and fabricated by Ariberto Colombo, Cantu, Italy 1940's. These chairs are beautifully made with exceptional attention paid to every detail. They are stunning.

Reference:
These come with Certificate of Authenticity (Expertise) from the Gio Pointi Archives, Numbered and Dated, showing images of these chairs and the ones published in Lo Stile alongside.

Reference:
This model chair was published in “Lo Stile” (The Style) in July 1946 and the photo is shown on the COA.

W: 30 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 44 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition:  Excellent - minor scratches in wood consistent with age.

SOLD

Ref: loungechairs212

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Jules Leleu Pair of Art Deco Side Chairs in Green Sateen 1940s (Each Numbered) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of Art Deco side chairs in mahogany newly upholstered green sateen with brass sabots by Jules Leleu, France 1940's (numbered on upper legs “15467” and “15468”). These beautifully proportioned chairs are little jewels.

Reference:
The House of Leleu, Classic French Style for a Modern World 1920-1973 under the direction of Francoise Siriex and published by Hudson Hills Press, on page 55 is a photo of this model chair along with “Dresser no. 3541 for Mr. Zustrassen, 1947”.

Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 31.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent: Refinished and reupholstered.

SOLD

Ref: chairs29

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Edward Wormley Chic Tufted Desk Chair in Leather 1954 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 with original gray leather on a mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954 (signed “DUNBAR - Berne Indiana” on original metal label on bottom of chair). This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable. It’s a luxurious design.

Reference:
Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.

W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 36 inches
SH: 19 inches (adjustable)

Condition: Very Good - Some creases in original leather upholstery consistent with age. Base has been refinished. Castors have been replaced with the same model new.

SOLD

Ref: deskchair37

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categories SEATING
tags EDWARDWORMLEY2, sold seating12

Karl Springer "H Benches" in White Lacquer 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of "H Benches" in white lacquer with upholstered seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1970's. New cushions by Lobel Modern in a gray fabric. These are being sold individually or you can purchase the pair.

W: 42 inches
D: 13 inches
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: 2xbench147

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER5, sold seating12

Karl Springer Sculptural Bench in Stainless Steel with Suede Seat Cushion 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional large "Curved End Sculpture Bench" in seamlessly welded stainless steel by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Original cushion replaced with a new suede cushion fabricated by Lobel Modern. The scale of this bench is impressive; and the craftsmanship is superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 12, titled “KARL SPRINGER CURVED END SCULPTURE BENCH (page) 12”

W: 65 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 22 inches Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - new suede cushion by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: bench154

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER12, sold seating12

Karl Springer Beautifully Crafted "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Round Leg Lucite Bench" with thick solid lucite legs with polished brass stretcher and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This bench is meticulously crafted and an iconic Springer design.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 11, titled “KARL SPRINGER ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH (page) 11”

W: 27 inches
D: 15.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: bench156

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold seating12

Karl Springer Set of 4 "J.M.F. Barstools" in Brown Leather 1986 (Signed and Dated)

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 exceptional “J.M.F. Barstools” in brown leather with brushed brass foot rests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship on these bar stools is superb. The seats and backs gently curve which makes these very comfortable. Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 21 is a photograph of this model shown with another model, page titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD JMF BARSTOOL & RUHLMAN BARSTOOL (page) 21”

Dimensions of each:
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 40.5 inches
SH: 30 inches

$18,000 for the set

Condition: Excellent - Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. Light scratches on brass foot rests consistent with age and light use.

Ref: barstools53

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, STOOLS

Pair Of Chic Benches In Wicker In The Style Of Karl Springer 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of chic benches in white wicker with curving sides and newly reupholstered seats in the style of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly reupholstered in linen by Lobel Modern. These are very comfortable.

W: 16.5 inches
D: 16.5 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

$7,500 for the pair

ref: benches40

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categories SEATING
tags BENCHES