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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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Arne Norell Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs with Original Leather Slings 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of Ari Lounge Chairs in polished steel with original leather slings by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sweden 1960's (signed “Norell, Made in Sweden” on back metal). These chairs retain the original slings and belts on back. The color and wear on the leather is super chic. No breaks in leather. These are beautiful from every angle and very comfortable.

Each:
W: 26 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Very good - leather is original but unbroken. We have put new fill inside the leather slings. Steel has patina consistent with age and light use.

$15,000 for the pair

ref: loungechairs213

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categories SEATING
tags LOUNGE / CLUB 2

Karl Springer Set of 4 "JMF Chairs" in High Gloss Black Lacquer 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Set of 4 "J.M.F. Chairs" in high gloss black lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. An iconic Springer design and super cool in black! Perfect for dining or a game table.

Reference:
Karl Springer catalog, red binder, section “seating”, page 4 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”, published 1980’s.

W: 18 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been totally restored and are in like-new condition.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs210

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER5, sold seating12

Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare High Back Lounge Chair Early-1960s

Evan Lobel

Rare high back lounge chair with frame in sculpted walnut with black leather seat and back cushions by Phillip Lloyd Powell, American early-1960’s. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are superb. Newly refinished and reupholstered in black calfskin with new webbing by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle, Arnoldsche Art Publishers published in 2014. There is a photo of this model chair shown on page 23.

Dimensions:
W: 30 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 37 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent-newly refinished by Lobel Modern. Newly upholstered in black calfskin with new webbing by Lobel Modern.

$30,000

ref: loungechair114

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categories SEATING
tags LOUNGE / CLUB 2

Phillip Lloyd Powell Rare and Iconic Chair and Ottoman Early-1960s

Evan Lobel

Iconic and rare chair and ottoman in sculpted walnut with black leather seat and inset leather backrest by Phillip Lloyd Powell, American early-1960s. The craftsmanship of this chair and ottoman is superb. Newly refinished and reupholstered in black calfskin by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle, Arnoldsche Art Publishers published in 2014. There are photos of this model chair and ottoman shown on pages 23 and 146.

Dimensions:

Chair
W: 28.5 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 30.5 inches
Seat H: 16 inches

Ottoman
W: 23 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent-newly refinished by Lobel Modern. Newly upholstered in black calfskin with new webbing by Lobel Modern.

$28,000

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categories SEATING
tags CHAIRS AND OTTOMANS, LOUNGE / CLUB 2

Exquisite Klismos Chair in Blue/Gray Shagreen with Brass Sabots 1980s

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted Klismos chair in blue/gray shagreen with polished brass sabots by Maitland Smith, Philippines 1980's. The sensual form and exceptional materials and craftsmanship make this chair a standout. Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

W: 20.5 inches
D: 24.5 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

$8,500

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categories SEATING
tags DESK CHAIRS, DINING CHAIRS 2

Karl Springer Exceptional "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished chrome stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern. These benches were typically made in small sizes. This one is large and stunning.

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: 48.5 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Seat newly reupholstered in a luxurious new fabric by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER16, sold seating12

Milo Baughman Pair of Lounge Chairs with Polished Chrome Frames 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of clean line club chairs with wrap around polished chrome frames by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in gray ultrasuede. This is a chic and timeless Baughman design.

W: 30 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition:  Very good - Chairs have been fully reupholstered in ultrasuede and chrome has been professionally polished. Small scratches in chrome consistent with light use.

$12,000 for the pair

Ref: loungechairs179

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categories SEATING
tags LOUNGE / CLUB 2

De Sede Iconic "Non Stop Sofa" in Full Grain Leather 1970s

Evan Lobel

Iconic "Non Stop Sofa", model DS600, with 17 sections in full grain leather, by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland 1970’s. The length can be adjusted by zipping sections in or out of the sofa. It’s both extremely chic and comfortable.

W: 163 inches as shown
D: 41 inches
H: 28 inches
SH: 16 inches

Provenance: The NYC Residence of Actress Julianne Moore

Condition: Very good - some wrinkles and very minor wear. Leather has been cleaned and polished.

$40,000

Ref: sofa102

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categories SEATING
tags SOFAS / SETTEES

Pair of Sculptural Lucite Swivel Stools 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of sculptural swiveling lucite bar stools with splayed legs by Hill Manufacturing, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in brown faux leather by Lobel Modern.

W: 17 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 45.5 inches
Seat H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Vladimir Kagan Rare "Luxus Executive Chair" with Molded Lucite Arms 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare high back "Luxus Executive Chair" model 7016 with molded lucite arms and tufted butterscotch leather with tilt antique bronze base by Vladimir Kagan, American 1970's (signed “Handmade in the workshops of Vladimir Kagan - Vladimir Kagan Designs, New York” on underside of seat). This chair is stunning and extremely comfortable with its molded back design.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan 1979-1980 Catalogue, section titled “Chairs 5”, on page 35 is an entry for this model titled “Luxus Executive Chair” with the description “High back contoured biscuit sewn back; polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Tilt-swivel… pedestal base on castors available in polished chrome, satin brass or antique bronze. …”

W: 29 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 45 inches
SH: 20 inches - adjustable

Condition: Excellent - Some wear to original leather consistent with age. Original leather cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern

$7,500

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categories SEATING
tags VLADIMIRKAGAN2, DESK CHAIRS

Michael Coffey Rare and Important Set of 6 Hand-Carved Stools in Walnut 2007 (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare and important set of 6 “Belle of the Ball” stools in hand-carved and sculpted American walnut blocks by Michael Coffey, American 2007 (each is signed "MCoffey" on underside of seat). Each stool is slightly different in design, making each a unique piece. Michael Coffey is a craftsman and an artist who sculpts superb shapes in wood. In the tradition of George Nakashima, Wendell Castle, and Jack Rogers Hopkins, Coffey's handmade, unique works combine the sculptural forms of nature with a deep appreciation for the intrinsic beauty of wood. This incredible set of stools with sculpted seats were designed to be used as dining chairs. The design of the seats and back raised edge makes them very comfortable.

Reference:
Michael Coffey: Sculptor and Furniture Maker in Wood by Michael Coffey published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2023. There is a photo of this model in black walnut on page 95 with the description, “The Belle of the Ball Stool, 1973, American black walnut, a sculptural stool that exudes the feeling created by a ballroom dancer pirouetting around the dance floor in a ballooning gown.”

Dimensions for each:
D: 22 inches
W: 26.5 inches
H: 23 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - few small scratches consistent with light use.

$75,000 for the set of 6

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categories SEATING
tags STOOLS, DINING CHAIRS 2

Karl Springer Pair of JMF Chairs in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of "JMF Chairs" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These chairs are meticulously crafted. 

Reference
Karl Springer catalog, red binder, section “seating”, page 4 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”, published 1980’s  

Dimensions for Each
W: 18 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER4, sold seating12

Karl Springer Pair of "Onassis Chairs" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully crafted and iconic “Onassis Chairs” in lacquered goatskin with upholstered seats by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Seats newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Chairs have been cleaned and polished. The artisanship of Springer’s pieces is absolutely superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Seating” on page 7 there is a photo of this model with the title “Onassis Chair”.


Dimensions:
W: 24 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER16, sold seating12

Vladimir Kagan Tufted "Crescent Swivel Chair" with Chrome Base 1984 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Tufted "Crescent Swivel Chair" model 7655 with channeled back, chrome base concealing hidden castors by Vladimir Kagan, American 1984. Besides being very chic, this chair is extremely comfortable. Newly upholstered in a beautiful fabric by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan Catalog 1979-80, published in 1979, shows this model with the description: “Luxuriously large lounge chair has unique back pillow channels of polyfoam and dacron. Tight seat of polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Mirror chrome swivel base with concealed castors.”

Dimensions:

H: 30 inches
SH: 16 inches
W: 32 inches
D: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent- Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern

SOLD

Ref: loungechair90

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categories SEATING
tags VLADIMIRKAGAN, sold seating12

Karl Springer Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Macassar Ebony 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare set of 6 "Regency Arm Dining Chairs" in Macassar ebony with upholstered seats and backs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Elegant lines, superb materials and top notch craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs. These have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet by Lobel Modern.

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.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - Macassar ebony in very good condition, these have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs239

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER15, sold seating12

Karl Springer Rare Set of 4 Folding Chairs with Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare set of 4 folding chairs, beautifully crafted in polished brass and chrome with upholstered seats and backs, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished, chairs have been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. The craftsmanship of these chairs is superb and they are very comfortable.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo from the Karl Springer LTD showroom in NYC from the 1980’s which shows this model.

Each:
W: 19 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Very Good - metal has been professionally cleaned and polished, chairs have been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches in metal.

SOLD

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER12, sold seating12

Pierre Paulin Rare and Important "Ribbon Chair" with Original Fabric 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important "Ribbon Chair", model F582, upholstered with original Jack Lenor Larsen "Momentum" fabric on an ebonized base by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1967 and distributed by Turner Ltd (signed on bottom). This is an early version in the original fabric which is exceedingly rare. This is as good as it gets!

Reference:
Charlotte Fiell and Peter Fiell, Modern Furniture Classics; Since 1945, London, 1991, pp. 97 and 108

Anne Chapoutot, Pierre Paulin: Un Univers de Formes, Paris, 1992, pp. 66-67

Charlotte Fiell and Peter Fiell, 1,000 Chairs, Cologne, 2000. p. 449

David A. Hanks, Anne H. Hoy and Martin P. Eidelberg, Design for Living: Furniture and Lighting 1950-2000, London, 2000, p. 96

W: 39 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 27 inches
Seat H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - base has been touched up by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: loungechair113

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Set of 4 Chic Game/Dining Chairs in Black Lacquer with Bone Inlays 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 high back game/dining chairs in high gloss black lacquer with bone inlays at top in the style of Karl Springer, custom design, American 1980's. These chairs are modeled on Karl Springer’s JMF Chair, with its curved seat and back. The seat is designed so it could take a cushion if desired. These chairs have been newly relacquered by Lobel Modern and are in like-new condition. They are super chic.

W: 18 inches
D: 17.5 inches
H: 39 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been newly relacquered and are in like-new condition.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs233

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating12

Design for Leisure Set of 3 Barstools in Stainless Steel with Gray Velvet 1970s

Evan Lobel

Set of 3 finely crafted bar stools in stainless steel with fluted bases and floating back rest by Design for Leisure, American 1970's. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished. Seats have been newly reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern. These are very chic and very comfortable.

Dimensions for each:
W: 18.5 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 39 inches
Seat H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in gray velvet. Metal cleaned and polished.

$15,000 for the set of 3

ref: barstools52

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categories SEATING
tags STOOLS

Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa in Black Leather with Mahogany Legs 1950s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Clean line sectional (2 piece) sofa upholstered in Edelman black leather with mahogany legs by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (signed with original label “furniture design by HARVEY PROBBER”). This sofa was recently reupholstered in black leather by Lobel Modern. It’s a classic design which is timeless.

Reference:
Harvey Probber 1950’s catalog titled “furniture design by Harvey Probber”, section “SEATING”, a photo of this sofa is shown on the page with the title “PHOTO 15”.

Provenance:
The Residence of Actress Julianne Moore

Dimensions as shown:
L: 93 inches left arm facing
L: 93 inches right arm facing
D: 33 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent condition - some small dents and marks in leather.

SOLD

ref: sofa114

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categories SEATING
tags HARVEYPROBBER1, sold seating12