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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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Karl Springer Attributed Pair of Free Form Coffee Tables in Polished Stainless Steel 1980s

Evan Lobel

Stunning Free Form Coffee Tables in mirrored polished stainless steel with inset black glass tops attributed to Karl Springer, American 1980's. These tables are beautifully made and very chic. The stainless steel is polished and is completely reflective like a mirror. New black glass tops fabricated by Lobel Modern.

Dimensions:

Large:
W: 50 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 17 inches

Small:
W: 26 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent - new glass tops fabricated by Lobel Modern. Bases have been professionally polished. Few small scratches on bases.

$25,000 for the pair

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tags KARLSPRINGER16, COFFEE7

Pair of Stylish Occasional Tables with Fossilized Granite Tops 1950s

Evan Lobel

Pair of stylish round occasional tables with bases in walnut and polished fossilized granite tops, American 1950's. The combination of granite and walnut is very chic. These tables could be used as coffee tables or side tables.

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 21 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$3,800 for the pair

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tags OCCASIONAL, COFFEE7, END / SIDE 7

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Early Coffee Table with Chinese Motif 1960s

Evan Lobel

Rare and early coffee table with Chinese scene on top in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with stunning enamel cloisonne in blue, green, and red by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's. The base has deep blue enamel cloisonne set against patinated bronze. According to Kelvin LaVerne who remembers designing the top of this table, it was a very early design around 1960 and only one was made. It’s a true Philip and Kelvin LaVerne work of art.

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 part of the Historical Civilization Series, which is described by Kelvin LaVerne in the introduction to the section on The Historical Civilization Series on page 43 as, “an homage to the great civilizations of the past… to bring some memory of these great artworks of the past into the present…” Other works in this series with Chinese motifs are shown in photographs on pages 44-90.

Diam: 36 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$25,000


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tags Laverne 9, COFFEE7

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Superb "Chan" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Iconic "Chan" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamels in green, blue, and orange and gold and copper leaf by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top.) Each table is unique and the vibrant 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.”

Diam: 40 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$18,000

ref: coffeetable620

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tags Laverne 9, COFFEE7

Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Table in Patinated Bronze and Pewter 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Chic artisan Brutalist coffee table with organic free form in patinated bronze and pewter by Silas Seandel, American 1970's (signed on top "Silas Seandel".) This table sits on hidden castors so it’s easy to move around. The pewter top set against the bronze base is stunning.

Dimensions:
W: 33.5 inches
D: 23.5 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: coffeetable591

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

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

$20,000

ref: coffeetable312

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tags Laverne 9, COFFEE7

Willy Rizzo Pair of “Flaminia Coffee Tables” in Polished Chrome and Brass 1970s (Signed) - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully made 2-tier "Flaminia Coffee Tables" in polished chrome and brass with inset bronze glass at top and lower shelf by Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970's (Both signed “Willy Rizzo” on front). These tables are super chic from every angle. This is an iconic Willy Rizzo design.

Reference:
Willy Rizzo , Published 2009 by Mallett to accompany exhibitions in London and New York, pages 58-59 show this design as a pair of end tables under the title “THE FLAMINIA END TABLES".

Dimensions for each:
W: 31.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metals have been cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. New bronze glass tops fabricated by Lobel Modern.

$8,500 for the pair

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tags COFFEE7

Karl Springer Rare Coffee Table with Legs in Embossed Lizard Leather 1980s

Evan Lobel

Exceptional and rare large "Sculpture Leg Coffee Table" with legs in bone embossed lizard leather with polished chrome elements and thick glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale, craftsmanship, and fine materials are equally impressive. This table was typically done with metal legs; this is a rare variation in embossed lizard leather.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 1 is a picture of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 8” DIAMETER, COFFEE TABLE WITH SCULPTURE LEG (page) 1”.

Dimensions:
W: 63.5 inches
D: 39.5 inches
H: 16 inches
Glass: 60 inches x 36 inches x 1 inch thick

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: coffeetable614

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tags KARLSPRINGER 19, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Pair of "Free Form Coffee Tables" in Polished Brass 1980s

Evan Lobel

Iconic pair of “Free Form Coffee Tables” in seamlessly welded and polished brass with thick black glass tops by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship of these tables is always very impressive. They are very chic. The lines in the photos are reflections.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, this model is shown on page 4, titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD FREE FORM COFFEE TABLES (page) 4”

Dimensions:
Large:
W: 45 inches
D: 29 inches
H: 16 inches

Small:
W: 31 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Good- Oxidation near bottom of each table, patina and some marks in metal consistent with age, some scratches in glass top. Can be polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern upon request.

$35,000 for the pair

ref: coffeetable618

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tags KARLSPRINGER 19, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Impressive Coffee Table in Lacquered Goatskin 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made square coffee table in lacquered goatskin on a recessed plinth base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with label that reads “Karl Springer” on base). The coloration of the goatskin is beautiful. This table was crafted with only the finest materials and meticulous attention to detail.

W: 46 inches
D: 46 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

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tags KARLSPRINGER 19, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Refined Coffee Table in Walnut with Macassar Ebony Inlays and Gold Leaf 1980s

Evan Lobel

Meticulously crafted "Dorchester Coffee Table" in French walnut with macassar ebony inlays on top with gold leaf accents by Karl Springer, American late 1980's. The border inlays and gold leaf elements are stunning against the rich walnut.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 2 shows a photo of this model titled “Dorchester Cocktail Table”.

W: 48 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

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tags COFFEE7, KARLSPRINGER 19

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

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

$35,000

ref: coffeetable611

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tags COFFEE7, Laverne 9

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Monumental Unique "Hellenic" Coffee Table 1970s (Signed) - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique and large "Hellenic" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The size of this table makes it a marvel. Very few were made to this scale. Each side of the table has an engraved figural motif set against the pewter background.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, a side table with the HELLENIC motif is shown on page 101 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The HELLENIC table, from the 1970s, in patinated bronze and pewter, has been engraved with hand-painted enamels.”

W: 53 inches
D: 53 inches
H: 17.5

Condition: Excellent

$40,000

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tags COFFEE7, Laverne 9

J. Antony Redmile Turtle Coffee Table Bejeweled with Shells and Crystals 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare and unique coffee table with a large hand-carved wood turtle bejeweled with stunning sea shells, polished agate, amethyst and quartz crystals, coral, and brass accents with a silver plated top plate incorporating polished amethyst stones set inside radiating medallions by J. Antony Redmile, England 1970s (signed “Redmile London” on top). New glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern. J. Antony Redmile had a boutique in London in the 1960’s through the 1980’s selling bespoke artisan works featuring precious and exotic materials. His work was often inspired by nature and the sea. This table is a show stopper and is absolutely magnificent. This table can take any shape glass top. We can help you fabricate one to spec if needed.

Reference:
Sanai & Sons book on J. Antony Redmile, on pages 60-61 is a photograph of a pair of similar turtles.


Dimensions:
Overall
Diam: 36 inches (glass top)
H: 17.5 inches to top of glass

Base:
W: 34 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 19 inches to top of finial

Condition: Excellent - new glass top fabricated by Lobel Modern.


$22,000

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Karl Springer Rare Coffee Table with Solid Lucite Base and Glass Top 1980s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Rare "Lucite Trestle Style Coffee Table" with base in solid polished Lucite with glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" in Lucite on leg). This is an exceptionally crafted table that is completely stunning from every angle. We can help you fabricate a custom glass top to spec. The bases are adjustable and the horizontal shaft can be positioned to protrude further out of the vertical bases if desired.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 8 is a photo of this model as a console table titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD LUCITE TRESTLE STYLE CONSOLE (page) 8”

Dimensions:
Base:
W: 35 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Glass Top:
W: 48 inches
D: 40 inches
H: 1 inch

Condition: Excellent - professionally cleaned and polished. Few small scratches in glass top.

$15,000

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tags KARLSPRINGER 18, COFFEE7

Karl Springer Chic "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in Black Cobra 1970s

Evan Lobel

Stunning "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in black cobra by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The curved form and beautiful skin work of this table exemplify Karl Springer’s meticulous craftsmanship.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, a photo of this style table is shown as a console table on page 13.

Dimensions:
W: 41 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

Ref: coffeetable601

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tags COFFEE7, KARLSPRINGER 18

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare Engraved Coffee Table with Chinese Motif 1970s (Signed)

Evan Lobel

Stunning coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with Chinese figures on each leg, vibrant enamel cloisonne, decorative geometric motif on all sides and on backs of legs and thick inset glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed 4 times: “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side and “Philip K LaVerne” on three legs). This is one of the only coffee table designs by the LaVernes with an inset glass top.

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 89 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “this table from the 1970s is made of patinated bronze and pewter, engraved with enamel cloisonne and has an inset glass top. The sides are engraved with a decorative motif.”


W: 48.5 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 17 inches

Condition: Excellent / new thick glass top fabricated to original specs by Lobel Modern

$25,000

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tags COFFEE7, Laverne 8

Karl Springer "Chinese Curved Coffee Table" In Embossed Lizard Leather 1970s

Evan Lobel

"Chinese Curved Coffee Table" in bisque lacquered embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The curvature of the table’s form and edges showcase Springer’s superb craftsmanship. This coffee table is very chic.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, a photo of this style table is shown as a console table on page 13.


Dimensions:
D: 18 inches
W: 46 inches
H: 14 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

Ref: coffeetable593

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tags KARLSPRINGER17, COFFEE7

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Generation" Sculpture 1970s (Signed) - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and important sculpture "Generation" with cast bronze figures and table top in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1970’s (signed, “Phillip K. Laverne” on table top.) Retains original showroom label with the title, “Admiration” - this was the original title of this work and the LaVernes decided that Generation was a better descriptive title so they changed it. There is support under the table top so that this piece can also serve as a coffee table or bench. The pieces from the Cast Series are among the LaVernes’ most important.

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 pages 150-151 in the section The Cast Series. The caption reads, “The 1970s GENERATION is a bronze sculpture with a tabletop in patinated bronze and pewter with engraving and enamel cloisonne. Kelvin LaVerne notes on this work: “ The two children supporting the top symbolize the next generation, as well as every man and woman, the child we have been. The cat represents the family pet. Although freestanding, Philip designed a very unique sculptured top and platform for the piece, to create a more contemporary version as well as uniting the figures visually. ”


W: 70 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 36 inches
Table H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$48,000

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categories TABLES, SEATING, ART
tags BENCHES, COFFEE7, Laverne 7, SCULPTURES 4

Pair of End/Coffee Tables in Polished Chrome with Petrified Wood Tops 1990s

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully crafted end/coffee tables with bases in polished chrome with inset petrified wood tops with natural edges, custom design, American 1990's. The incorporation of petrified wood makes them extraordinary. These can be used as end tables or coffee tables. They are stunning.

Each:
W: 32 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000 for the pair

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tags END / SIDE 6, COFFEE7