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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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Giulio Radi Stunning Hand-Blown Glass Vase with Silver Foil Ca. 1950

Evan Lobel

Hand-blown glass vase with silver foil and blue and red murrhines, from the Reazione Policrome Series by Giulio Radi for AVEM, Murano Italy, ca 1950. The coloration of this little jewel is superb.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 48 through 55 show similar pieces by Giulio Radi with the same technique.

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

Diam: 5 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

ref: radi19

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categories ART
tags GLASS 5

Karl Springer Large Artisan Hand Etched Glass Vase 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large artisan glass vase with abstract etched design by artist Joseph Spohr for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Spohr was a master glass etcher, not only engraving glass but giving it superb variation and depth. He made a handful of special pieces for Karl Springer’s showroom.

D: 9 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: glass118

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categories ART
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold art 10

Paul Evans Rare Tension Floor Lamp in Welded Steel and Gold Leaf 1965 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique tension floor lamp in torch-cut welded and enameled steel and gold leaf with original pleated fabric shade by Paul Evans Studio, American 1965. Adjustable screws at top and bottom allow the lamp to stand up using the tension between the floor and ceiling. This piece exemplifies the exceptional artisanship and ingenuity of Paul Evans.

Dimensions as Shown:
W: 6 inches at base
D: 6 inches at base
H: 98 inches (Adjustable to 122 inches)
Shade Diam: 12 inches
Shade H: 22 inches

Condition: Lamp is in excellent - original shade has some marks and small tears

SOLD

ref: floorlamp235

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categories LIGHTING
tags PAULEVANS3, sold lighting 12

Guido Gambone 33 Piece Ceramic Coffee and Espresso Set 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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33 Piece hand-thrown ceramic coffee and espresso service set with iconic yellow and blue colors and salt glaze by Guido Gambone, Italy 1950’s (signed on the bottom on all pieces with donkey). This is a rare large set by Guido Gambone.

1 Coffee Pot with Cover (9"w x 6"d x 10"h)
1 Coffee Creamer
1 Espresso Creamer
1 Coffee Sugar Bowl with Cover
1 Espresso Sugar Bowl with Cover
6 Coffee Cups
6 Espresso Cups
6 Coffee Cup Saucers
6 Espresso Cup Saucers
1 Espresso Creamer Saucer

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: Gambone51

 

 

 

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categories OTHER ITEMS, ART
tags Sold Other Items 3, sold art 10

Karl Springer One-Of-A-Kind Console Table in Zebra Skin 1988 (Signed & Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Extraordinary one-of-a-kind console table in zebra skin by Karl Springer, American 1988 (original leather label on underside reads “Karl Springer 1988”). The craftsmanship and the materials of this table are incredible.

W: 54 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 32.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: consoletable162

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, sold tables 23

Karl Springer "Ming Coffee Table" in Navy Blue Embossed Reptile Leather 1988 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large and exceptional “Ming Coffee Table” in two-tone navy blue embossed reptile leather by Karl Springer, American 1988 (Signed “Karl Springer 1988” on leather label underneath table). Superb craftsmanship went into this table, and the navy color is incredibly chic.

Dimensions:
D: 36 inches
W: 60 inches
H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable600

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, sold tables 21

Karl Springer Exceptional Box Table In Leather 1976-1978 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional Box Table with brown leather on the outside and inside by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. The bottom is covered in silk moiré. This was made as a prototype. The skin work, as with all Springer pieces, is superb.


Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.

Dimensions:
D: 20 inches
W: 20 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: endtable266

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categories TABLES, OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER17, sold tables 21, Sold Other Items 3

Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Giacometti's Soul" Sculpture 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional cast sculpture "Giacometti's Soul" in bronze with hand-painted enamels on a patinated bronze base by Kelvin LaVerne, American late 1980's (Engraved signature on side of base reads “PK LaVerne”). This sculpture was typically free standing - this is the only example mounted on a base which gives it a sense of grandeur.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, GIACOMETTI’S SOUL is shown on page 168 in the section titled The Cast Series with the caption, “GIACOMETTI’S SOUL, a cast bronze sculpture was created in the late 1980s.”

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 16 inches
D: 9.5 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent

$35,000

Ref: sculpture209

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categories ART
tags Laverne 9, SCULPTURES 4

Milo Baughman Architectural Desk Chair in Polished Chrome 1970s

Evan Lobel

Desk chair with sculptural polished chrome frame upholstered in black leather by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. This chair is beautifully crafted and very comfortable.

Dimensions:
W: 20 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - recently reupholstered in black leather. Few small scratches on base.

$3,500

ref: deskchair22

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categories SEATING
tags DESK CHAIRS

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Stunning "Horses Plaque" with Unique Coloration 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with red and orange enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The background of this work is patinated pewter and the piece is trimmed in patinated bronze. This series was typically done with horses in green, blue and yellow. The unique coloration in this work makes it a rare variation.

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 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 8, sold art 10

Angelo Mangiarotti Eros Side Table in Polished Black Marble 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Cantilevered side table in polished black Marquina marble with tapering cylindrical base by Angelo Mangiarotti, Eros Collection, for Skipper, Italy 1970's. This is an iconic Mangiarotti design. The black marble is sleek and very sexy.

W: 21 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - cleaned and polished

SOLD

Ref: endtable275

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 21

Pedestal in Lucite with Chrome Trim and Glass Top 1970s - SOLD

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Pedestal in lucite with polished chrome trim and thick glass top, American 1970's.

Diam: 19 inches
H: 37 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: pedestal29

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 21

Karl Springer Stunning Table Lamp in Chinese Red Lacquer and Gold Leaf 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning unique table lamp, ceramic double gourd in Chinese red lacquer with gold leaf overlay, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This lamp was in the Springer lighting line, but this variation is unique. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new sockets and silk cord. This lamp is a work of art.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “lighting”, a page shows this model titled  “KARL SPRINGER LTD  MANDARIN TABLE LAMP…”

Dimensions:
Diam: 11 inches
H: 31.5 inches (adjustable to 34 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 10.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly rewired with new brass socket assembly and silk cord.

SOLD

ref: tablelamp330

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categories LIGHTING
tags KARLSPRINGER14, sold lighting 12

Alessandro Pianon Rare Hand-Blown Glass Bird For Vistosi (Murano) 1963 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare hand-blown glass bird, Pulcini Series, green with red and blue murrhines with copper feet by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi, Murano Italy, ca 1963. Pulcini means chicks (baby chickens) in Italian. These birds are both delightful and serious works of art.

Reference:
20th Century Murano Glass, Heiremans, fig. 210 illustrates series Murano: Glass from the Olnick Spanu Collection, Olnick and Spanu, pls. 180-181 illustrate series.

W: 3 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 12 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: glass117

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categories ART
tags sold Art 9

Karl Springer Pair of Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of candle holders in brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic Karl Springer candle holders are both chic and beautifully made.

Reference

Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, Section “lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK   (page) 18” shows this model in the top left photograph.

Dimensions for Each
Diam: 6.5 inches
H Small: 13 inches / with candle shown 18 inches
H Large: 16 inches / with candle shown 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory223

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER11, Sold Other Items 3

Paul Evans Rare Large Chandelier in Textured Bronze with Crackled Glass Globes 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique large chandelier in patinated and textured bronze with 12 arms each with a globe with crackled glass by Paul Evans, American 1970's. Chandeliers by Paul Evans are rare. The scale of this one makes it incredible. It is Brutalism at its best. It was custom made for the Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, MA which was built in 1969/70.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive retains a photograph of this chandelier hanging in Montefiore Synagogue in Lowell, Massachusetts (see image).


Dimensions:
Diam: 52 inches
H: 42 inches (can be customized to spec)

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: chandelier274

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categories LIGHTING
tags PAULEVANS3, sold lighting 12

Karl Springer Small Scale Coffee Table in Lacquered Linen 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Petit waterfall coffee table covered in lacquered linen by Karl Springer, American 1970's. A beautiful jewel of a table. As with all Springer tables, this one is meticulously crafted.

W: 24 inches
D: 14 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - this table has been cleaned and relacquered. Like new.

SOLD

ref: coffeetable510

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER9, sold tables 21

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

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.

SOLD

ref: benches40

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 14

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Persephone Enslaved" Sculpture Coffee Table 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and Important “Persephone Enslaved” cast sculpture in patinated bronze with green patina and welded chain elements on a patinated bronze base with custom glass top by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1970's (signed “Philip K LaVerne” on base).  The LaVernes were often inspired by Greek mytholoday. The myth of Persephone was one of Kelvin’s favorites. Cast sculptures were only done for a few years in the early 1970’s as they were laborious and expensive to produce.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this important sculpture is shown on page 160 in the section titled The Cast Series. On the same page is an in depth discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne. This work is also discussed in the introduction to the book.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W:  36 inches
D:  24 inches
H:  18 inches

Condition:  Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable312

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 7, sold tables 21

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Tao" Tea Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exquisite "Tao" Tea Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with subtle hand-painted enamels in blue and pink with gold and copper leaf by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (engraved “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side). The engraved scene on top is based on an ancient Chinese painting which explored the relationship between man and his surroundings. LaVerne Tea Tables are rare and highly sought after.

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 59 in the section titled The Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The splendid proportions of the TAO tea tables give them a rarefied elegance.”

Diam: 12 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: occasionaltable176

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categories TABLES
tags sold tables 21, Laverne 9