Karl Springer Set of 4 "J.M.F. Barstools" in Brown Leather 1986 (Signed and Dated) - SOLD

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Set of 4 exceptional “J.M.F. Barstools” in brown leather with brushed brass foot rests by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship on these bar stools is superb. The seats and backs gently curve which makes these very comfortable. Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. We can customize the seat height to spec.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 21 is a photograph of this model shown with another model, page titled, “KARL SPRINGER LTD JMF BARSTOOL & RUHLMAN BARSTOOL (page) 21”

Dimensions of each:
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 40.5 inches
SH: 30 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent - Foot rests have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. Light scratches on brass foot rests consistent with age and light use.

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Karl Springer Chic Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with Brass Bases 1970s - SOLD

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Tailored pair of upholstered "Souffle Ottomans” with bases in seamlessly welded polished brass with hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in beige chenille fabric by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The pair are both comfortable and stunning.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD  SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”

Dimensions for each:
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

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Laverne International Pair of Iconic "T Chairs" with Brown Leather 1950s - SOLD

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Pair of "T Chairs" in stainless steel with brown leather sling seats and backs by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, American 1950's. New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.

W: 23
H: 31.5
D: 22
Seat H: 16.5

Condition: Excellent, New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Round "Souffle Ottomans" with Brass Bases 1980s - SOLD

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Striking pair of rare large round "Souffle Ottomans" with polished solid seamlessly welded brass bases and hidden castors with zebra printed pony skin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship is superb. New wheels added by Lobel Modern. These were typically made square; this pair was a custom order. Metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a squre Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD  SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”

Dimensions for each:
Diam: 33 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered.

SOLD

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Vladimir Kagan Rare "Luxus Executive Chair" with Molded Lucite Arms 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Rare high back "Luxus Executive Chair" model 7016 with molded lucite arms and tufted butterscotch leather with tilt antique bronze base by Vladimir Kagan, American 1970's (signed “Handmade in the workshops of Vladimir Kagan - Vladimir Kagan Designs, New York” on underside of seat). This chair is stunning and extremely comfortable with its molded back design.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan 1979-1980 Catalogue, section titled “Chairs 5”, on page 35 is an entry for this model titled “Luxus Executive Chair” with the description “High back contoured biscuit sewn back; polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Tilt-swivel… pedestal base on castors available in polished chrome, satin brass or antique bronze. …”

W: 29 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 45 inches
SH: 20 inches - adjustable

Condition: Excellent - Some wear to original leather consistent with age. Original leather cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern

SOLD

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Beautifully Made Lacquered Bamboo Long Sofa with Cushions 1950s - SOLD

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Long sofa in white lacquered bamboo with upholstered seat and back cushions by Henry Olko for Willow & Reed, American 1950's. The head designer for Willow & Reed in the 1950’s was Tommi Parzinger. It is clear that his design style influenced Henry Olko who was the owner of the company and also made his own designs. This piece is very chic and very comfortable.

Dimensions:

W: 96 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 32 inches
SH: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Design for Leisure Set of 3 Barstools in Stainless Steel with Gray Velvet 1970s - SOLD

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Set of 3 finely crafted bar stools in stainless steel with fluted bases and floating back rest by Design for Leisure, American 1970's. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished. Seats have been newly reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern. These are very chic and very comfortable.

Dimensions for each:
W: 18.5 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 39 inches
Seat H: 31 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern in gray velvet. Metal cleaned and polished.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Set of 6 "J.M.F. Dining Chairs" in Tessellated Fossilized Coral 1980s - SOLD

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Set of 6 masterfully crafted J.M.F. Dining Chairs in tessellated fossilized coral with bronze sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This chair was designed with a curved seat which can take a seat cushion if desired. The artisanship of these chairs is off the charts. They are absolutely stunning.

Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Seating”, page 4, shows this model chair with the title “ KARL SPRINGER LTD. J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLDTERED SEAT”.

Dimensions for each:
W: 17 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - chairs have been professionally cleaned. No chips or cracks.

SOLD

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Pair of Hand-Carved Tribal Chairs from Africa 1960s - SOLD

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Large tribal carved wood chairs with figural mask crests, curved back with breasts and geometric carved elements on front and back and solid seat rising on hewn legs, likely from Tanzania, East Africa 1960s. These chairs are beautifully made and would be chic in any interior.

Diam: 17.5 inches
H: 47 inches / 48 inches
Seat H: 14 inches

Provenance: Private Collection New York

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Elegant Upholstered Bench with Tapering Legs 1950s - SOLD

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Rare elegant upholstered bench, model number 313, with base in mahogany and upholstered seat with signature elements that wrap around frame by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. Bench has been refinished and newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals Catalog published in the 1960’s, there is an image of this bench with the model number written below.

Dimensions:
W: 42.5 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Bench has been refinished and newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer "J.M.F. Chair" in Embossed Lizard Leather 1982 (Signed) - SOLD

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Elegant "JMF Chair" covered in pale celadon embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1982 (signed, “Karl Springer 1982” on leather label on bottom).

Reference: Karl Springer red binder catalog, 1980’s, seating section, a full page photo of 2 chairs stating at top: “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT 4(page number)”

Dimensions:
W: 18 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 36 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Pair of Elegant Upholstered Lounge Chairs with Brass Sabots 1950s - SOLD

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Pair of elegant lounge chairs, ebonized wrap-around frames with new upholstery and brass sabots, by Roberto and Mito Block, Mexico, 1950's. French-born brothers Roberto and Mito Block worked in Mexico City from the 1930’s through the 1970’s. Their work was sold out of their Mexico City showroom, Rob Block & Cia, and featured their restrained modern interpretations of classical forms.

W: 25.5 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 36.5 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and reupholstered.

SOLD

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Pair Thick Molded Lucite Slipper Chairs 1970s - SOLD

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Chic pair of thick molded Lucite slipper chairs, custom design, American 1970's. These are beautifully made and were custom designed for a NYC interior in the 1970’s.

W: 24 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 26 inches
Seat H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare "Cobra Stool" In Wrought Iron And Bronze 1980s - SOLD

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Rare "Cobra Stool" in hand forged wrought iron and bronze with hand-stitched leather seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Very few of these were made. The craftsmanship of this piece exemplifies Karl Springer’s work.

Diam: 14 inches
H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of Goatskin Onassis Bar Stools 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of Onassis Bar Stools in lacquered goatskin with hand-stitched black leather seats and brass foot rails by Karl Springer, American 1980's

W: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 39.5 inches
SH: 29 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

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Mies van der Rohe Chic Pair of BRNO Arm Chairs in Ostrich Leather 1990s - SOLD

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Pair of BRNO arm chairs, model 255, in polished chrome-plated flat bar steel with new white ostrich leather seats by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American 1990s. These have been newly reupholstered in high quality white ostrich embossed leather. These would make ideal desk chairs or game chairs.

Dimensions for each:
W: 23 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent. Small scratches in metal consistent with light use. Seats newly reupholstered in white ostrich leather.

SOLD

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T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Curved Leg Benches 1950s - SOLD

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Pair of elegant benches No. 2033 with iconic curved leg, lacquered white with upholstered seats, by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's

W:  19.5 inches
D:  19.5 inches
H:  19.5 inches

Condition:  Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of Sumptuous Leather Swivel Chairs 1980s - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully crafted swivel chairs with channeled solid mahogany bases by Karl Springer, American late-1980s. These chairs were reupholstered in taupe lambskin. They are nicely proportioned and very comfortable.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 13 shows this model chair with a brass base under the title “SWIVEL CHAIR.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 29 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Seat H: 17 inches

Condition: Very Good- Recently reupholstered in taupe lambskin by the previous owner. A few small spots and scratches.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Chair in Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Chair, beautifully crafted in polished brass and chrome with upholstered seat and back, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Metal has been professionally polished and lacquered and chair has been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. The craftsmanship of this chair is superb and it is very comfortable. This is a folding chair in case you need a chair that stores easily.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo from the Karl Springer LTD showroom in NYC from the 1980’s which shows this model.

W: 19 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Very Good - metal has been professionally polished and lacquered and chair has been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches in metal.

SOLD

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Milo Baughman Sleeper-Sofa Loveseat with Chrome Base 1970s - SOLD

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Sleeper-sofa loveseat with pull out bed and mattress with chrome base by Milo Baughman, American 1970's. Sleeper sofas from this period by designers like Milo Baughman are very rare. This is a brilliant way to have extra space for guests to sleep over. You would never know this loveseat conceals the bed and mattress. Mattress is new.

W: 68  inches
D: 37 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
Mattress W: 44 inches
Mattress D: 70 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly reupholstered.

SOLD

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