Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare Greek Mythology Painting on Bronze 1959 (Signed) - SOLD

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Early rare painting of a Greek mythology scene with Medusa and warriors on patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1959 (signed in 2 places and dated). Philip and Kelvin LaVerne studied past civilization and their arts and mythologies. They often drew inspiration from them. This is one of the earliest designs by Kelvin LaVerne.

Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 43.5 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 12.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Horses Plaque" with Colorful Enamels 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The background of this piece is patinated pewter and the piece is trimmed in patinated bronze. The colorful green, blue and yellow enamels used for the horses are stunning.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this design is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series with the caption from the original LaVerne catalog, “Ming horses gambol across a field of textured bronze (pewter). Their sturdy forms are enhanced by the brilliance of enamel cloisonne colorings.“

W: 24 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 48 inches

Condition: Excellent

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Engraved Painting "Last Tango In Paris" with Picture Light 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Unique Impressionist painting "Last Tango in Paris" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne, sculptured bronze frame and original picture light incorporated into the design by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin Laverne” on painting - see photo). The hand-brazed sculptured frame that is part of this work adds to its dynamism. The incorporated light in patinated bronze which hangs parallel to the top is fantastic. The LaVernes experimented with asymmetry in several works.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other assymetrical engraved paintings are shown on pages 248-249 in the section The Paintings .

W: 33 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 40 inches

Depth of Picture Light: 7 inches

Condition: Excellent

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Superb "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube", with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on side). This work has a torched bronze effect top. This iconic LaVerne table is a work of art.

Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 37 there are three photos of this model table with the title “Lo Ta Hexagonal Cubes”. In the back of the catalog is a description which reads: “LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES—Created in a limited edition, a trio of functional sculptures, each having an Oriental design sculpted on all sides. Burnished functional bronze surfaces complete the sculptures. “

D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Pair of Urn-Shaped Silver Plated Table Lamps 1940s - 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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Lobel Originals "Centurion Desk" - SOLD

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"Centurion Desk" in black lacquer with 3 drawers, elegant bronze pulls and sabots, and leather top by Lobel Originals. 

W: 72.5 inches
D: 30.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Lobel Originals Desk in Macassar Ebony with Leather Top - SOLD

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Desk in mirror polished Macassar ebony with handcrafted stainless steel pulls and accents and inset leather top by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals. This can be made to any size and configuration. We customize each one to spec. Lead time 12-14 weeks.

W: 84 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 30 inches

Condition: New

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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "T'ang Boucher" Coffee Table with Stunning Green Patina 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Superb "T’ang Boucher” Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with green patina and ribbon legs by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on table top with original paper gallery label on bottom). The rich hues and jewel tones of this table are magnificent. The green patina was added by the LaVernes to give the table a sense of antiquity.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this motif is shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on pages 67-69. The Boucher shape of this table is shown on pages 44-45 with the caption, “The French ribbon legs on this model make it a standout.”

W: 60.5 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer "Pagoda Style Dining Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1980s - SOLD

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"Pagoda Style Dining Table" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This beautiful dining table is meticulously crafted and a wonderful example of Springer’s designs.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “conference & dining tables”, on page 2 there is a photo of this model with the title: “KARL SPRINGER LTD PAGODA STYLE DINING TABLE (page) 2”.

W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Beautifully Made Lacquered Bamboo Long Sofa with Cushions 1950s - SOLD

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Long sofa in white lacquered bamboo with upholstered seat and back cushions by Henry Olko for Willow & Reed, American 1950's. The head designer for Willow & Reed in the 1950’s was Tommi Parzinger. It is clear that his design style influenced Henry Olko who was the owner of the company and also made his own designs. This piece is very chic and very comfortable.

Dimensions:

W: 96 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 32 inches
SH: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Roberto Estevez Magnificent Kudu Sculpture with Malachite Eyes 1980s - SOLD

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Kudu sculpture in polished brass with malachite eyes on dark wood base by Robert Estevez, American 1980's. The radiant malachite eyes set against the shimmering brass are a sight to behold.

Roberto Estevez was an extremely talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed jewelry for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs in beautiful and often exotic materials fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s sculptures were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms.

W: 12.5 inches
D: 9 inches
H: 30.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Artisan French Mirror With Exquisite Engraving 1940s - SOLD

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Artisan mirror with elaborate and exquisite engravings with floral and circular motif, France 1940's. A beautiful hand made piece that adds elegance to any space.

W: 31.5 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 50 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Stunning "Curved-End Console Table" in Emu Skin 1993 (Signed) - SOLD

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“Curved-End Console Table” in ivory emu skin with gold overlay by Karl Springer, American 1993 (signed “Karl Springer 1993” on the underside of the console). The gold overlay beautifully accents the color of the skins. The materials and craftsmanship of this table are superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980's, section titled "desks & consoles", page 9 shows an image of this model with the page titled "KARL SPRINGER LTD CURVED-END CONSOLE (page) 9"

W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

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Karl Springer Exceptional Tapering Pedestal in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

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Elegant tapering pedestal in multicolor lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The coloration and artisanship of this pedestal are superb.

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

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Sculpture Side Table in Tessellated Coral, Brass with Glass Top 1980s - SOLD

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"Sculpture Table" in tessellated coral with solid brass cover and thick cantilevered glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted. Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

Reference
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 11 is the smaller model of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 10” DIAMETER SCULPTURE TABLE (page) 11”.

Dimensions:
W: 26 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - brass and been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Few small scratches in glass.

SOLD

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique 2 piece "Etruscan Spiral Dining Table" 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

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Unique 2-piece "Etruscan Spiral Dining Table” in patinated bronze and pewter with engraved abstract design by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960's (signed on both bases “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). This dining table is composed of 2 square tables on bronze castors with original hardware on the undersides which latches them together to form a seamless single dining table. If you unlatch them you have 2 square dining/game tables. An ingenious design by two of the most inventive artists of the 20th century. These tables are magnificent.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these tables are shown in the section on The Abstract Series on pages 126-7. The caption reads, “ The ETRUSCAN SPIRAL dining table, created in the 1960s, is composed of two square tables on casters which latch together. They can be used separately or as a single surface.”

W: 77 inches when together
W: 38.5 inches when separated
D: 38.5 inches
H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare and Exceptional Pair of Lacquered Goatskin Bedside Tables 1985 - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully crafted bedside tables in lacquered goatskin, each with 2 doors and drawer, by Karl Springer, American 1985 (fabrication date stamped on back “7 19 85”). Lacquered goatskin was a material Springer used often on his artisan pieces. These have been cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern. New self-closing glides added to drawers by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “cabinets & etageres”, on page 5 of the section there is a photo of the 3 drawer version of this bedside table with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD THREE DRAWER NIGHT TABLE (page) 5”

Each:
W: 26 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent - cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern. Glides on drawers have been replaced with self-closing glides by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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

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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.

SOLD

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Artisan Crafted Coffee Table in Tessellated Brown Onyx 1970s - SOLD

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Artisan crafted surfboard shaped coffee table in polished tessellated brown onyx, custom design, American 1970's. The onyx is continuous from the sides to the top. This design is very luxurious and chic.

W: 52 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 15.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Pair of Andy Warhol Fish Prints (F. & S. IIIA.39) 1983 - SOLD

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Pair of framed Fish (F. & S. IIIA.39) screen prints in color, on wallpaper, with full margins by Andy Warhol, American 1983. These have been custom framed by Lobel Modern as a matched pair. There is a window on the back which shows all Warhol Estate stamps and initials. It is rare to have a matched pair.

With the Estate of Andy Warhol and the Visual Arts Foundation ink stamps on back, numbered and initialed in pencil on the reverse (there was no published edition), created as a backdrop for the exhibition Paintings for Children at Bruno Bischofberger Gallery, Zurich, 1984, framed.

Reference:
Frayda Feldman and Jörg Schellmann IIIA.39

Framed Each:
W: 37 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 49 inches

Unframed:
W: 30 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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