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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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Anzolo Fuga Hand-Blown Glass Vase From The "Pavone" Series 1957-60

Evan Lobel

Handblown glass vase from the Pavone Series with deep red, yellow, and blue transparent color decoration around and deep red rim by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1957-60.

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Designs for A.V.E.M., Acanthus Press 2005, section titled "Pavone" (“Peacock”) starts with a description of the series on page 97 with multiple examples on pages 98-112. 

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

W: 9 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent

$7,500

Ref: fuga109

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categories ART
tags GLASS 5

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Arabesque Sculpture in Bronze 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Unique cast and patinated bronze sculpture of a woman's torso in an arabesque pose on a black lacquer wood base by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “PK LaVerne” on back of leg). The human form is one of the hardest to sculpt and cast. This work is inspired by dance and ballet. The LaVernes took an interest in all art forms and enjoyed sculpting the human body. It’s a stunning piece.

Reference
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this sculpture is shown on page 172 in the section titled The Cast Series. The caption reads, “ARABESQUE, a cast sculpture of a nude female torso in patinated bronze with gold tones and set on an ebonized wood base, was created in the 1970s.”

Provenance
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

W: 26.5 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - Base has been newly lacquered.

$35,000

Ref: sculpture171

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categories ART
tags Laverne 5, SCULPTURES 4

Palme & Walter Stunning Illuminating Mirror with Faceted Crystals 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Wall mounted illuminating circular mirror model No. 2349 in 24 karat gold-plated brass with faceted crystals around the perimeter by Palme & Walter, Germany 1960's. The beautifully placed crystals are mesmerizing. This is a superbly crafted little gem. Rewired by Lobel Modern.

Diam: 14.5 inches
D: 3.5 inch

Condition: Excellent - few light scratches. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: mirror310

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categories BED / MIRRORS, LIGHTING
tags Sold Beds / Mirrors 4, sold lighting 12

Giulio Radi Rare Red Glass Vase with Gold Foil ca 1950 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Hand-blown red glass vase with gold foil from the Reazione Policrome Series, Balloton, by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese or A.V.E.M., Murano Italy, ca 1950. This vase is exquisite like a jewel.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 52 thru 54 show similar pieces by Giulio Radi with the same technique.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s.

Diam: 5 inches
H: 9.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: radi13

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categories ART
tags sold Art 9

Giulio Radi Amber Glass Vase with Gold Foil and Murrhines 1950 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Hand-blown amber glass vase with gold foil and murrhines, from the Reazione Policrome Series, Ad Anelli by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese or A.V.E.M., Murano Italy, ca 1950.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 48 and 49 show similar pieces by Radi with the same murrhines.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s.

Diam: 7 inches
H: 11 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: radi13

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categories ART
tags sold Art 9

Giulio Radi Hand Blown Glass Vase with Gold Foil And Murrhines Ca 1950 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Hand-blown green glass vase model 80 with gold foil and murrhines, from the Reazione Policrome Series, A perle (or Leopoardo) by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese or A.V.E.M., Murano Italy, ca 1950. These rare pieces are like jewels.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 48 and 49 show the original drawing of this piece along with a similar example.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this pieces directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s.

Diam: 6 inches
H: 10 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: radi1

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categories ART
tags sold Art 9

Karl Springer "Mark II Coffee Table" in Embossed Lizard Leather 1994 (Signed & Dated)

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Mark II Coffee Table" in midnight blue lacquered embossed lizard leather with inset polished chrome trim and smoke glass top by Karl Springer, American 1994 (Signed “Karl Springer 1994” on bottom). This table is incredibly chic. The materials and craftsmanship are remarkable. The Springer showroom closed in 1993 and any open orders were completed in 1994. This is the last year that Karl Springer pieces were made.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables and bar carts”, page 7 shows a photograph of this model coffee table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD MARK II COFFEE TABLE (page) 7”.

W: 60 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - a few light scratches in original glass.

$15,000

ref: coffeetable627

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, COFFEE8

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

Evan Lobel

Important and rare “Persephone Enslaved” cast sculpture in patinated bronze with green patina and hand-painted enamels in green and blue with welded chain elements on a patinated bronze base with customized thick glass top by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1970's (signed “Philip LaVerne” on base).  The form of the welded chains and the fantastic sense of the figure’s movement make this table dynamic. Cast sculptures by the LaVernes were only done in small editions 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.

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

Condition:  Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable312

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 9, sold tables 24

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

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.

SOLD

ref: chair26

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categories SEATING
tags sold seating 15

Karl Springer Chic "Tulip Chair" with Unique Lacquer Finish 1980s

Evan Lobel

Rare and very chic “Tulip Chair” in hand-applied antiqued ivory bone lacquer with leather seat by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. This chair is a superb example of Springer’s fine craftsmanship. Seat newly upholstered in black leather by Lobel Modern.

W: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent. Seat newly upholstered in black leather by Lobel Modern.

$7,500

ref: chair28

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categories SEATING
tags DESK CHAIRS, LOUNGE / CLUB 2

Tommi Parzinger Attributed Elegant 10 Arm Chandelier with Crystals 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Magnificent ten arm chandelier in brass and black enamel with extensive decoration with strings of  crystals attributed to Tommi Parzinger, American 1950's.  This came from a home on Long Island that was decorated by Tommi Parzinger. This chandelier is very chic.

 
Diam: 35 inches
H: 36 inches overall
H: 28 inches body only
Can customize drop to spec.

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: chandelier272

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categories LIGHTING
tags PARZINGER 4, sold lighting 12

Elegant Italian Artisan Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture 1990s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Artisan glass flush mount fixture, ridged diaphanous glass bowl with hand-blown glass edge with avventurine (gold) and brass finial, Murano Italy, 1990's. The glass bowl and gold glass edge make this piece shimmer like a jewel. We have two of these fixtures available.

Diam: 18.5 inches
H: 6 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: chandelier287

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categories LIGHTING
tags sold lighting 12

Karl Springer Game Table in Brass and Gunmetal with Embossed Lizard Leather Top 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Round Leg Game Table" in polished brass and gunmetal with brown embossed lizard leather top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on side). This table was meticulously crafted using only the finest materials. Metal has been newly 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 2 is a photo of this model in gunmetal and brass as a coffee table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD ROUND LEG TWO-TIER COFFEE TABLE (page) 2”.

Dimensions:
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal newly polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: gametable92

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, sold tables 23

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Classical Coffee Table" with Greek Muses 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Classical Coffee Table" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter showing the muses of Dance, Poetry, Music and Drama with delicately hand-painted enamels in white, blue and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip K. LaVerne” on top). The LaVernes were often inspired by Greek mythology and the arts. This table is a marvel of execution.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, a Classical table is shown on page 110 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The 1960s CLASSICAL table has a top of patinated bronze with engraved scenes of the Muses of dance, poetry, music and drama. The engraving is enhanced with hand-painted enamels.”

W: 48 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: coffeetable584

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 10, sold tables 23

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

Evan Lobel

Large and unusual “Chan” coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels in blue, green, and orange by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip. Kelvin. LaVerne” on top). Chan coffee tables by the LaVernes were typically done in round and small rectangular forms. This was a custom order. The coloration of this table 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: 68.5 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 17

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: coffeetable611

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categories TABLES
tags Laverne 9, sold tables 23

Karl Springer Set of 10 Stunning "J.M.F. Chairs" In Lacquered Goatskin 1981 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exceptional set of 10 “J.M.F.” dining chairs in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1981 (dated “6.5.81” on underside of each chair). The subtle variations in the goatskin is beautiful. They are exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and remarkable from every angle. A classic Karl Springer design.

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: 21 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - chairs have been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

ref: diningchairs250

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categories SEATING
tags KARLSPRINGER 18, sold seating 15

Karl Springer Rare "Goatskin Free Form Desk" 1988 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional "Goatskin Free Form Desk" in high gloss lacquered goatskin with drawer by Karl Springer, American 1988 (date stamped on bottom). Springer’s Free Form series is considered among his best. Very few of these were made. The craftsmanship is simply superb. A unique work of art.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “desks and consoles”, this model is shown on page 12, titled “KARL SPRINGER GOATSKIN FREE FORM DESK (page) 12”

W: 76 inches
D: 41.5 inches
H: 30 inches
Clearance to the underside of the desk is 26 inches

Condition: Excellent - lacquer finish has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

ref: desk121

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categories CASE PIECES
tags KARLSPRINGER12, sold case pieces 7

Karl Springer Impressive Game Table in Black Lacquer with Bone Inlays 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Stunning game table in high gloss black lacquer with tessellated bone inlays and inlaid radiating starburst pattern on top in bone by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The attention to detail is meticulous, the craftsmanship is superb, and the materials are fine. It’s simply magnificent.

Dimensions:
W: 35.5 inches
D: 35.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: gametable96

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categories TABLES
tags KARLSPRINGER 19, sold tables 23

Karl Springer Rare "Sculpture Reading Lamp" in Gunmetal and Brass 1980s

Evan Lobel

Iconic "Sculpture Reading Lamp" in polished gunmetal and brass with reading light on top and two additional lights at bottom with thick solid lucite covers by Karl Springer, American 1980s. These floor lamps are rare and exceptional. The architecture of this piece is absolutely captivating. Like all Karl Springer pieces, the craftsmanship and materials are unparalleled. Metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished to like-new condition.

Reference:
Architectural Digest, Karl Springer’s Grammercy Park Duplex, published in 1977, shows this model lamp in a bedroom scene sitting in front of an African batik wall and next to Springer’s lacquered goatskin headboard. See photo.

Dimensions:
W: 23 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent - metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished.

$15,000

ref: floorlamp229

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categories LIGHTING
tags FLOOR LAMPS, KARLSPRINGER 19

Karl Springer Stunning Lidded Box in Black Cobra and Alligator 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Box with base covered in black cobra and top covered in alligator with interior in red suede by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The combination of black and red is very sumptuous. Bottom is covered in black suede.

W: 8.5 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory207

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categories OTHER ITEMS
tags KARLSPRINGER6, Sold Other Items 3