Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Important "Etruscan Spiral Extension Dining Table" 1960s (Signed)
Evan Lobel
One-of-a-kind "Etruscan Spiral Extension Dining Table" with extensions that fit on each end in patinated bronze and pewter with hand-painted polychrome enamels and unique pierced bronze bases by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side of tabletop with original paper labels on leaves). This table was made specially for Fred and Edith Horowitz, personal friends of the LaVernes. Their initials are incorporated into the bases as part of the design; “EH” on one base and “FH” on the other base. There are rods that come out from inside the table to support the leaves; they lock in place to give the leaves solid support. This table is exceptional in every way and represents the best of the LaVernes’ art and ingenuity. The abstract graphic design on the table top is simply stunning with beautiful coloration. The pattern is continuous from the table top onto the extensions. There is a felt lined wood case which the LaVernes made for the extensions.
Reference:
Sculpture II The Art of Philip LaVerne catalog published in the 1960’s, there is a photo on page 15 which shows a smaller model with the title “Page 15 - Estruscan Dining Table…”. In the back of the catalog is the description, “Intricacy of interwoven bronze and pewter, hand sculptured to form the arabesques of this subject, combine in a supremely elegant motif. The feeling of an ancient Etruscan coin creates the unique adaptability of this design, …”.
W: 76 inches without extensions
W: 112 inches with extensions
D: 42 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$125,000
Ref: diningtable202