Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Kuan Su" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed) - SOLD
Evan Lobel
Rare and elegant "Kuan Su" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied colorful enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The LaVernes loved floral still lifes and the Kuan motif of interlocking circles is supposed to evoke the feeling of something from the past.
Reference:
Sculpture, Bronze and Pewter Tables, The Art of Philip LaVerne published in the 1960’s, page 11 shows this model. In the back of the catalog is the description:
“The relaxed position of the floral motif, combined with the soft contoured lines of the background, suggest the delicate precise Chinoiseries décor that inspired the rich designs of the 18th century. Timeless beauty held forever in bronze and pewter.”
W: 34 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 20.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: coffeetable522