Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Large "Chin Ying" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD
Evan Lobel
Large and exquisite "Chin Ying" Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter enamel cloisonne and gold leaf decoration by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1960's. Signed on top "Philip.Kelvin.LaVerne". These were made in 2 sizes. This larger size is quite rare. Coloration on this table is absolutely magnificent. Enamel cloisonne enhances the depth of the colors.
Reference:
"Philip and Kelvin Laverne SCULPTURE III" showroom catalog published late 1970's, the “Chin Ying” table is shown on page 19 with a description of it on page 52 which reads:
"CHIN YING - ...Charmingly slender, supple ladies celebrate the rites of spring in the Imperial Palace. The rainbow of colors is an outstanding example of enamel cloisonne which bursts forth from a muted background of bronze and pewter. The table top seemingly floats on a simple yet elegant base of bronze."
W: 70 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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