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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 Rare Pair of Bedside Tables in Polished Stainless Steel 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of rare and exceptional “THREE DRAWER NIGHT TABLES” in polished stainless steel with glass mirror tops, each with 3 drawers, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series in stainless steel is among Springer’s finest. These are a tour de force of design and are superbly crafted. The pair have been professionally cleaned and polished and drawer glides have been replaced with new ones by Lobel Modern.

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

Dimensions for each:
W: 28 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 24.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Professionally cleaned and polished and drawer glides have been replaced with new ones by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches.

SOLD

Ref: nightstands138

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, sold tables 20

Pair Of Rare Karl Springer "Galaxy Sconces" In Brass And Faceted Lucite 1990s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of rare “Galaxy Sconces” in brass with illuminating green faceted lucite backs by Karl Springer, American 1990's. The lucite on these sconces has the appearance of hand-chipped green glass which illuminates when the bulbs are lit. They are very chic.

Each:
W: 13.5 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 7 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: sconces43

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER5, sold lighting 12

Maison Desny Exceptional Coffee Table in Macassar Ebony, France 1920s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted coffee table in Macassar ebony with silvered bronze trim by Maurice Desnet and René Nauny (Maison Desny), France 1920's (signed “DESNY PARIS, MADE IN FRANCE, DEPOSE” on bottom of leg). This table is chic and incredibly rare.

Dimensions:
W: 39 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - few light scratches

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable607

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 20

Tommi Parzinger Wall-Mounted Console Table with Inset Marble Top 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Elegant wall-mounted console table in white lacquer with inset black marble top and iconic etched brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American, 1960's (signed “Parzinger Originals” in drawer). This console is emblematic of the superb craftsmanship and design of Tommi Parzinger.

W: 78 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 30.5 inches

Condition: Excellent, Newly lacquered and brass pulls have been professionally cleaned and polished. A few scratches in stone consistent with light use.

SOLD

Ref: consoletable140

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 20, PARZINGER 4

Karl Springer Pair of "J.M.F. Chairs" in Ivory Embossed Lizard Leather with Cushions 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of “J.M.F. chairs” in two tone ivory lacquered embossed lizard leather with custom leather seat cushions by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of these chairs is superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 4 is a photo of the same model chair titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD  J.M.F. CHAIR (page) 4”

Dimensions for each:
W: 18 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: chairs31

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, sold seating 14

Karl Springer Table Lamp With Solid Lucite Discs 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Table lamp with solid lucite discs and polished chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The stacked lucite disks are very chic. Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.

Dimensions:
Diam: 9 inches
H: 26 inches (adjusts to 29 inches)
Shade Diam: 14 inches
Shade H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new sockets and cord.

SOLD

ref: tablelamp217

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER17, sold lighting 12

Sculptural Floor Lamp with Murano Glass Shade 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Floor lamp in polished chrome with artisan hand-blown glass shade, Murano Italy, 1970's.

Diam: 15.5 inches
H: 61 inches

Condition: Very good - Glass is in excellent condition. Light scratches on chrome base.

SOLD

ref: floorlamp199

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 12

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Large "Chan" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and large "Chan" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with gold and copper leaf and hand-painted enamels in orange, blue, and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (Signed twice “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The Chan coffee table was typically done round and smaller. This larger square version on a pedestal base is rare and the condition 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 Series is discussed at length in the introduction and tables are shown on pages 44-49 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. 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 design.”

W: 48 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 17.5

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable602

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 20, Laverne 9

Pair of Exquisite Artisan Porcelain Lamps with Polished Brass Hardware 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of fine artisan porcelain table lamps with stunning craquele glaze, custom polished brass hardware and bases with ball feet, American 1960's. These are hand-thrown and beautifully made. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with gold silk cords. These would be a stunning addition to any room.

Dimensions for each as shown:
Diam: 10 inches
H: 33 inches (adjustable to 29 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 13 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass hardware has been polished and lacquered, and the lamps have been rewired with new silk cords by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: tablelamps453

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 12

Danny Alessandro Fireplace Tool Set In Brazilian Rosewood and Chrome 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Fireplace tool set in chrome with upright post and handles in figured Brazilian rosewood by Danny Alessandro LTD, American 1980's. A very elegant design. Danny Alessandro, Ltd. was sold through Holly Hunt in the 1980’s. This model fireplace tool set was featured in an ad in Architectural Digest in 1983 (see photo).

W: 10 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 34.5 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent. A few small scratches to base.

ref: fireplace75

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags Sold Other Items 3

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

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" table, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted colorful enamels in orange and blue and torched bronze effect top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on one side). This iconic LaVerne table is a work of art. This table is larger than the typical Hexagonal Cube. It was a custom order.


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 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…”


W: 20 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: endtable261

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 9, Laverne 10

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Stunning "Kuan" Mirror 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare “Kuan” mirror with repeating interlocking circles pattern in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with subtle hand-painted enamels in blue and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's. The rich patina of the bronze was attained by burying the engraved panel underground in a special soil at near freezing temperatures. This mirror exemplifies the exceptional artisanship of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, an example of this mirror is shown on page 80 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption below reads, “ The KUAN mirror with its interlocking circles pattern was created in the 1960s…the intricate Kuan motif…is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century”


W: 24 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 28 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: mirror326

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categories BED / MIRRORS
tags Sold Beds / Mirrors 4, Laverne 9

Philip LaVerne Unique Sweeping Sculpture Coffee Table in Wood 1966 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare unique wood sculpture table, superbly hand-crafted organic sweeping and curving form in wood with bronze support element and thick customized glass top by Philip LaVerne, American 1966 (signed three times - "Philip LaVerne” engraved into the bronze support element on top and “LaVerne Studio” on a brass placard on side near bottom and engraved on top “Philip LaVerne”). In 1966 Philip LaVerne experimented with wood sculptures while Kelvin was in Europe working on sketches for new designs. Only a few of these were made. This piece is constructed of rectangular wood blocks, each cut and molded to create a continuous curvaceous form which is supremely difficult. There is a bronze element as that was the medium he was best known for working with.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

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 discussed on page 225 in the introduction to the section title OTHER MATERIALS with a photograph of this model table on page 224 and a two page spread on pages 226-27. The description reads, “a small series of coffee tables were created with sweeping yet graceful forms supporting thick amoebic glass tops. Each is unique”

W: 55 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable560

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 8, sold tables 20

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Scroll Coffee Table with Superb Coloration 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique “Chinese Dance” Scroll Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with stunning hand-painted jewel tone enamels in blue and green with orange, red, gold and copper leaf highlights by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (Signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top.) This table was bent into shape by hand and is a tour-de-force of design. It is truly magnificent. This motif was also called “Marriage Whirl”.

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 in an original ad on page 67 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “The MARRIAGE WHIRL coffee table, the star of a 1970s advertisement, is extraordinary. It was bent into shape by hand to obtain its unique scroll shape.”

W: 53 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable465

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 20, Laverne 9

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Exceptional "Tower of Babel" Collectors Painting 1960s (Signed) - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare Large "Tower of Babel" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant enamel cloisonne, colorful hand-painted enamels and unique engraved frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front). This was done as part of a special Collectors Edition framed in the Kuan motif of interlocking circles, which is meant to evoke something from the past. The depth and quality of the enamel cloisonne against the rich dark patina of the bronze and pewter is absolutely 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 painting without the special Kuan framing is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “TOWER OF BABEL PLACQUE - A group of playing figures brilliantly clothed in costumes of enamel cloisonne engage in a popular sport…”

W: 40 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 40 inches

Condition: Excellent

$25,000

ref: sculpture154

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categories ART
tags SCULPTURES 4, paintings / prints 3, Laverne 9

Karl Springer Rare Credenza in Taupe Leather and Brass 1985 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Three Door, Three Drawer Cabinet" covered in taupe leather with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1985 (Signed “Karl Springer 1985” on bottom). The craftsmanship of this beautiful credenza is superb. The leather color combined with the brass accents is very chic. The back of this piece is lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, in the section “cabinets & etageres”, on page 4 there is a photo of this model with the caption “KARL SPRINGER LTD THREE DOOR, THREE DRAWER CABINET (page) 4”

Reference:
Lobel Modern retains original Karl Springer LTD invoice dated 1985.

W: 60 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent - few spots on brass

SOLD

ref: credenza117

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categories CASE PIECES
tags KARLSPRINGER11, sold case pieces 7

Milo Baughman Long Slipper Sofa in Tufted Silver Satin Vinyl 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Long slipper sofa in box tufted silver satin hernatite vinyl with chrome base by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. Clean design makes this piece both chic end elegant. It’s extremely comfortable.

W:98 inches
D: 31 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: sofa106

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 14

Tommi Parzinger 2-Door Cabinet with Illuminating Glass Top 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

2 Door cabinet with sculpted doors and sides with geometric motif with iconic engraved brass pulls and hinges, and illuminating glass top by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960’s. This is a custom order Parzinger piece with the illuminating top. Lobel Modern has replaced the fluorescent bulb with LED lights. The engraved brass pulls are stunning.

W: 38 inches
D: 16.5 inches
H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - Illuminating top newly rewired with new LED light and switch.

SOLD

ref: cabinet74

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categories CASE PIECES
tags sold case pieces 7, PARZINGER 4

Karl Springer Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in Satin Bronze 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional "Art Moderne Coffee Table" in satin bronze with polished brass inlays and an inset glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The Art Moderne series is one of Springer’s best. This piece has been fully restored - metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The glass top is newly fabricated by Lobel Modern. The combination of satin bronze with polished brass is super chic. The coloration of the bronze is perfectly even - any lighter areas are from the spotlights in the showroom.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo of this table in the Karl Springer showroom.


Dimensions:
D: 40 inches
W: 54 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metals have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable594

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER17, sold tables 20

Paul Evans Pair of Rare Etageres in Tessellated Burl and Brass 1975 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of etageres from the PE 500 series, called Waterfall, in tessellated burl with radius corners in tessellated brass and smoked glass shelves by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1975. This model etagere is rare and to have a pair is even rarer. The wood and brass have been restored .

Reference:
Paul Evans: Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism by Constance Kimmerle, published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, page 66 shows a photograph of this model etagere with the caption, “in 1975, PE 500, called Waterfall, featured more curvileniar forms...”

Dimensions for Each:
W: 36.5 inches
D: 15 inches
H: 84.5 inches

Condition: Very Good - a few dents and light scratches in brass consistent with age. Few light scratches in glass.

SOLD

ref: etagere21

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categories CASE PIECES
tags PAULEVANS3, sold case pieces 7