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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Pair of "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" Tables 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional pair of "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" tables, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant orange, blue, and green hand-painted enamels and torched bronze effect tops by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” and “PK LaVerne” on side of each). Because of the unique shapes of these pieces, they cross over into sculpture. These are both in excellent condition with wonderful coloration.


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 Historical Civilizations on page 71. The caption reads, “ The LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES date from the 1960s. The unusually shaped tables with engraved scenes and colorful hand-painted enamels on the sides are considered sculptures. The tops are burnished bronze…”

Dimensions for each
D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 8, sold tables 19

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Engraved Painting with Beautiful Colors 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning and iconic “Chan” painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant blue, green and orange hand-painted enamels and gold and copper leaf by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The Chinese scene depicted in this series is captivating, and the coloration of this piece is superb.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Chan motif is discussed in the introduction and examples of Chan paintings are shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on pages 52-53. The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “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. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture.”

Diam: 35.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: painting173

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categories ART
tags Laverne 8, sold Art 9

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Kuan Su" Bronze Painting 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Kuan Su" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied blue enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “P+K LaVerne” on bottom of frame). This design incorporates the Kuan (interlocking circles) motif which is supposed to evoke something from the past. It’s a beautiful work of art.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Kuan Su design is shown on page 81 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The floral design, a theme the LaVernes came back to over and over, is engraved along with the intricate Kuan motif (interlocking circles), which is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century.“

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 18 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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tags Laverne 4, sold Art 9

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Viola" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare "Viola" coffee table, in patinated and pierced bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels and glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s. Signed on top by “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”. The negative space was cut out by Kelvin’s hand. The shadows cast from this musically inspired coffee table are supposed to represent notes floating through the air. The glass top is an integral part of the design of the table. The hand-cut fretwork is truly a marvel.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown on page 134 in the section titled The Abstract Series . On the same page underneath this work is an in-depth discussion of it by Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 39 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable467

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 6, sold tables 19

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

Evan Lobel

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

ref: sculpture166

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categories ART
tags Laverne 4, sold Art 9

Chic Artisan Mounted Sea Shell Table Lamp with Lucite Base 1970s

Evan Lobel

Exquisitely crafted table lamp in polished brass with solid thick lucite disc and superb mounted sea shell in the manner of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord. New lampshade.

Dimensions:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 26.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered; Rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord.

$4,500

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categories LIGHTING
tags TABLE LAMP SINGLE 5

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

Evan Lobel

"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

SOLD

Ref: sculpture191

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categories ART
tags Laverne 6, sold Art 9

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

Evan Lobel

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

SOLD

ref: painting168

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tags Laverne 5, sold Art 9

Paul Evans Unique Bronze Resin Wall Mounted Console Table 1975 (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Unique wall mounted console table in bronze resin by Paul Evans, American 1975 (signed "PE75" on side). This console was purchased by the original owner together with an Evans’ bronze resin and burl mirror from Paul Evans’ studio. They remained in her home (see photo) until purchased by Lobel Modern., The mirror is available in a separate listing.

Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, pages 86 through 92 shows various bronze resin pieces.

W: 60 inches
D: 13.5 inches
H: 7.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

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categories TABLES
tags CONSOLE, PAULEVANS3

Erwine & Estelle Laverne Long Bench With Woven Leather Straps 1960s

Evan Lobel

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Long bench in chrome plated steel with woven black leather straps by Erwine and Estelle Laverne for Laverne International, American 1960's. This bench is beautifully made and super chic.

W: 75 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent - leather has been cleaned and polished.

$8,500

ref: bench146

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categories SEATING
tags BENCHES

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

Evan Lobel

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

ref: endtable261

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 7, sold tables 19

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Urn-Shaped Silver Plated Table Lamps 1940s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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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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categories LIGHTING
tags TOMMIPARZINGER2, sold lighting 11

Tommi Parzinger Superb Illuminated Bar Cabinet with Inlays 1950s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Superbly crafted bar cabinet in walnut with satinwood inlays, engraved bronze pulls, Chinese red lacquered interior and original automatic interior light by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed “Parzinger Originals” in drawer). The interior has mirrored panels and includes two glass shelves and the original light at back of the bottom shelf. Below are two drawers and a bottom cabinet with four compartments. The design of this cabinet is incredibly sophisticated . It is a jewel box inside and out.

Dimensions:
D: 18 inches
W: 38 inches closed / 76 inches with doors extended
H: 56.5 inches

Condition: Very good - some patina to bronze pulls.

$25,000

Ref: cabinet76

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categories CASE PIECES
tags BARS, CABINETS, PARZINGER 4

Lobel Originals "Centurion Desk" - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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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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categories CASE PIECES
tags Lobel Originals, sold case pieces 6

Lobel Originals Desk in Macassar Ebony with Leather Top - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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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

SOLD

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categories CASE PIECES
tags Lobel Originals, sold case pieces 6

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

Evan Lobel

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

ref: coffeetable524

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 4, sold tables 19

Anzolo Fuga Large and Stunning Hand-Blown Glass "Spots" Vase 1956

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Exceptional large and rare hand-blown "Spots" vase model 13522 in white glass with translucent colorful sections in front and back in green, blue, yellow, and red and bicolor spots on the sides in brown and deep red by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1956. The artisanship and complexity of this large work are incredible. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass maker on the island of Murano in the mid 20th century. His glass designs sometimes incorporate colorful glass windows within them which showcase their innate beauty.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the “Spots” series (1955-56) is on page 70. There is a color photograph of this model vase on page 72 with the caption “Vase with spots, with multicolor rods, 1955-56.”

Arte Vetraria Muranese - Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans , on page 91 is a color photograph of this model vase accompanied by the original drawing by Anzolo Fuga from the archives. The caption reads, “Anzolo Fuga, A canne macchiato, c.1956, model 13522.“

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 9 inches
D: 4.5
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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categories ART
tags ANZOLOFUGA 2, GLASS 5

Anzolo Fuga Large Hand-Blown Glass Vase in Purple Orange and White 1955-56

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Large hand-blown glass vase with purple, orange and white sections with green, blue, and yellow accents by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-56. The scale and artisanship of this vase is impressive. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass artist on Murano and his pieces often incorporate mesmerizing colorful “windows”.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Multicolor Rods and Murrine series (1955-60) is on page 41. Similar model vases can be seen in this section.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: fuga126

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tags ANZOLOFUGA 2, GLASS 5

Anzolo Fuga Large Hand-Blown Glass Vase in Orange Pink and White 1955-56

Evan Lobel

Large hand-blown glass vase with orange, pink and white sections with purple, blue, and yellow accents by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-56. The scale and artisanship of this vase is impressive. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass artist on Murano and his pieces often incorporate mesmerizing colorful “windows”.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Multicolor Rods and Murrine series (1955-60) is on page 41. Similar model vases can be seen in this section of the book.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: fuga125

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tags GLASS 5, ANZOLOFUGA 2

Anzolo Fuga Rare and Large Hand-Blown Glass "Bandiere" Vase with Vibrant Colors 1955-58

Evan Lobel

Large and rare "Bandiere" vase, hand-blown with orange, yellow, blue, white, green and clear colors all around with hole in the center by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-58. Bandiere in Italian means flag. This refers to the way the glass rods laid out flat in a tray before this piece was blown. The scale and vibrancy of this vase give it an impactful visual presence. The execution is superb.

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Bandiere Series (1955-58) is on page 29. There is a color photograph of this model vase on page 36 with the description, “Bandiere vase, variation, 1955-58.”

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 10 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: fuga100

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categories ART
tags GLASS 5, ANZOLOFUGA 2