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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Engraved Painting "Last Tango In Paris" with Picture Light 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Unique Impressionist painting "Last Tango in Paris" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne, sculptured bronze frame and original picture light incorporated into the design by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin Laverne” on painting - see photo). The hand-brazed sculptured frame that is part of this work adds to its dynamism. The incorporated light in patinated bronze which hangs parallel to the top is fantastic. The LaVernes experimented with asymmetry in several works.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other assymetrical engraved paintings are shown on pages 248-249 in the section The Paintings .

W: 33 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 40 inches

Depth of Picture Light: 7 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting168

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tags Laverne 5, sold Art 9

Anzolo Fuga Large and Stunning Hand-Blown Glass "Spots" Vase 1956

Evan Lobel

Exceptional large and rare hand-blown "Spots" vase model 13522 in white glass with translucent colorful sections in front and back in green, blue, yellow, and red and bicolor spots on the sides in brown and deep red by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1956. The artisanship and complexity of this large work are incredible. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass maker on the island of Murano in the mid 20th century. His glass designs sometimes incorporate colorful glass windows within them which showcase their innate beauty.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the “Spots” series (1955-56) is on page 70. There is a color photograph of this model vase on page 72 with the caption “Vase with spots, with multicolor rods, 1955-56.”

Arte Vetraria Muranese - Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans , on page 91 is a color photograph of this model vase accompanied by the original drawing by Anzolo Fuga from the archives. The caption reads, “Anzolo Fuga, A canne macchiato, c.1956, model 13522.“

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 9 inches
D: 4.5
H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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tags ANZOLOFUGA 2, GLASS 5

Anzolo Fuga Large Hand-Blown Glass Vase in Purple Orange and White 1955-56

Evan Lobel

Large hand-blown glass vase with purple, orange and white sections with green, blue, and yellow accents by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-56. The scale and artisanship of this vase is impressive. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass artist on Murano and his pieces often incorporate mesmerizing colorful “windows”.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Multicolor Rods and Murrine series (1955-60) is on page 41. Similar model vases can be seen in this section.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: fuga126

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tags ANZOLOFUGA 2, GLASS 5

Anzolo Fuga Large Hand-Blown Glass Vase in Orange Pink and White 1955-56

Evan Lobel

Large hand-blown glass vase with orange, pink and white sections with purple, blue, and yellow accents by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-56. The scale and artisanship of this vase is impressive. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass artist on Murano and his pieces often incorporate mesmerizing colorful “windows”.

Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Multicolor Rods and Murrine series (1955-60) is on page 41. Similar model vases can be seen in this section of the book.

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

Diam: 8 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

ref: fuga125

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tags GLASS 5, ANZOLOFUGA 2

Anzolo Fuga Rare and Large Hand-Blown Glass "Bandiere" Vase with Vibrant Colors 1955-58

Evan Lobel

Large and rare "Bandiere" vase, hand-blown with orange, yellow, blue, white, green and clear colors all around with hole in the center by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-58. Bandiere in Italian means flag. This refers to the way the glass rods laid out flat in a tray before this piece was blown. The scale and vibrancy of this vase give it an impactful visual presence. The execution is superb.

Reference:
Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Bandiere Series (1955-58) is on page 29. There is a color photograph of this model vase on page 36 with the description, “Bandiere vase, variation, 1955-58.”

Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.

W: 10 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

$15,000

ref: fuga100

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tags GLASS 5, ANZOLOFUGA 2

Roberto Estevez Magnificent Kudu Sculpture with Malachite Eyes 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Kudu sculpture in polished brass with malachite eyes on dark wood base by Robert Estevez, American 1980's. The radiant malachite eyes set against the shimmering brass are a sight to behold.

Roberto Estevez was an extremely talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed jewelry for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs in beautiful and often exotic materials fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s sculptures were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms.

W: 12.5 inches
D: 9 inches
H: 30.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: sculpture153

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James Rosenquist Vibrant Etching "Rouge Pad" 1978 (Signed and Numbered)

Evan Lobel

"ROUGE PAD" (GLENN 134), an etching with aquatint, printed in colors, hand-signed in pencil, titled, and numbered in pencil 25/78 by James Rosenquist, American 1978 (Signed on front, “James Rosenquist 1978”). The colors and movement in this etching are sensational. Beautifully matted set in a custom gold leaf frame.

James Albert Rosenquist (November 29, 1933 – March 31, 2017) was an American artist and one of the proponents of the Pop Art movement. Drawing from his background working in sign painting, Rosenquist's pieces often explored the role of advertising and consumer culture in art and society, utilizing techniques he learned making commercial art to depict popular cultural icons and mundane everyday objects. He is represented in every major museum.

Overall Dimensions:
W: 51 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 34 inches


Condition: Excellent

$5,500

Ref: print27

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tags paintings / prints 3

Andy Warhol Framed Fish Print (F. & S. IIIA.39) 1983

Evan Lobel

Beautifully framed Fish (F. & S. IIIA.39) screen print in color, on wallpaper, with full margins by Andy Warhol, American 1983. This has been custom framed by Lobel Modern. There is a window on the back which shows all Warhol Estate stamps and initials.

Estate of Andy Warhol and the Visual Arts Foundation ink stamps on back, numbered and initialed in pencil on the reverse (there was no published edition), created as a backdrop for the exhibition Paintings for Children at Bruno Bischofberger Gallery, Zurich, 1984, framed.

Reference:
Frayda Feldman and Jörg Schellmann IIIA.39

Framed:
W: 37 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 49 inches

Unframed:
W: 30 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent

$25,000

Ref: warhol4

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Pair of Andy Warhol Fish Prints (F. & S. IIIA.39) 1983 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of framed Fish (F. & S. IIIA.39) screen prints in color, on wallpaper, with full margins by Andy Warhol, American 1983. These have been custom framed by Lobel Modern as a matched pair. There is a window on the back which shows all Warhol Estate stamps and initials. It is rare to have a matched pair.

With the Estate of Andy Warhol and the Visual Arts Foundation ink stamps on back, numbered and initialed in pencil on the reverse (there was no published edition), created as a backdrop for the exhibition Paintings for Children at Bruno Bischofberger Gallery, Zurich, 1984, framed.

Reference:
Frayda Feldman and Jörg Schellmann IIIA.39

Framed Each:
W: 37 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 49 inches

Unframed:
W: 30 inches
H: 42 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: warhol4

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Roberto Estevez Exquisite Bull Sculpture with Sea Shells 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Exquisite unique sculpture of a stylized bull composed of sea shells with etched brass elements and an ebonized base by Roberto Estevez, American 1980's (signed “ESTEVEZ” on plaque on base). The use of sea shells to compose parts of the bull is nothing short of genius.

Roberto Estevez was a superbly talented jewelry designer and sculptor. He designed jewelry for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels as well as Tiffany. Roberto Estevez was Karl Springer’s life partner until his death in the 1980s. Estevez’s sophisticated and elegant designs in beautiful and often exotic materials fit in perfectly with Karl’s own aesthetic and many of Roberto’s sculptures were sold through Karl Springer’s showrooms. His ingenious animal sculptures are considered some of his best work.

W: 12.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 9 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: sculpture175

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Anzolo Fuga Rare and Important Large Hand-Blown Glass Bird Sculpture Ca. 1957

Evan Lobel

Rare and important hand-blown glass bird on a branch with wings open, model 13884, by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy c. 1957. The work is done with sommerso technique and the colors and execution of the wings are nothing short of extraordinary. It retains the original AVEM paper stickers. This is a Fuga masterpiece.

Reference:
AVEM Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans and published by Arnoldsche 2020, this piece is on page 111; on page 110 is a black and white photograph of this piece when it was first executed from the AVEM Archives. The caption reads, “Anzolo Fuga, Uccello su ramo, ali aperti, c.1957, model 13884, H. 45cm. AVEM factory archives, Murano (IT).”

Diam: 5 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

$18,000

ref: fuga124

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tags ANZOLOFUGA 2, SCULPTURES 4, GLASS 5, DECORATIVE ARTS/OBJECTS

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "The Untrammeled Mood of the Artist at Work" Pewter Wall Sculpture 1960s - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

"The Untrammeled Mood of the Artist at Work", a rare figural wall sculpture in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures set in a painter’s studio in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery. This is a rare collectors work of art and includes the original gallery label.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other works from this series are shown in the section The Cast Series on pages 174-175 with the caption,. “THE UNTRAMMELED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK, a cast wall hanging sculpture with male and female nudes dates from the 1970s. This small work explores the relationship between artist and model. When a model poses nude, there is a general inequality as she or he is undressed and vulnerable. This work strips away that inequality and puts them on equal footing.”

W: 11 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent

$9,500

Ref: sculpture192

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tags SCULPTURES 4, paintings / prints 3, Laverne 8

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Large "Tower of Babel" Engraved Painting 1960s (Signed)

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Large "Tower of Babel" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne and bamboo motif frame by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960's (signed “Phillip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). Large engraved paintings by the LaVernes are captivating. The color and depth of the enamel cloisonne is stunning.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “TOWER OF BABEL plaque, top right, a group of brilliantly clothed figures in costumes of enamel cloisonne engaging in a popular sport with a bronze frame sculptured to resemble bamboo.”

W: 34 inches
H: 36 inches
D: 1.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$18,000

Ref: painting172

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Giulio Radi Hand Blown Vase with Silver Foil and Blue and Green Murrhines 1950

Evan Lobel

Hand-blown glass vase with silver foil and blue and green murrhines, from the Reazione Policrome Series by Giulio Radi for Arte Vetraria Muranese, Murano Italy, ca 1950. All of these pieces have a jewel-like quality.

Reference:
AVEM Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans published by Arnoldsche in 2020, pages 48 through 55 show similar pieces by Giulio Radi with the same technique.

Diam: 5 inches
H: 10.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

ref: radi18

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tags GLASS 5

Karl Springer Monumental Artisan Ceramic Urn 1981 (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large hand-thrown ceramic urn, undulating form with horizontal channeled top, by ceramicist Plotsky for Karl Springer, American 1981 (signed and dated "Karl Springer 81" on the bottom with artist insignia on side). This artist made this model exclusively for Karl Springer. This work is very impressive and beautifully made.

Reference:
Authentication from Tom Langevin, Director of Production at Karl Springer Ltd in the 1970’s and 80’s will accompany this piece upon sale.

Diam: 16 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: ceramic51

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tags KARLSPRINGER7, sold Art 9

Edgar O. Dale Graphic Painting on Canvas 1964 (signed) - SOLD

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Dale 45 colorful eyebal painting151 main.jpg

Colorful and graphic painting on canvas, anatomical reference to a stylized eyeball, by Edgar O. Dale, American 1964 (signed). This painting has beautiful and balanced coloration.

W: 44 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 26 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting151

 

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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Sculpture Dining/Game Table with Glass Top 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Sculpture dining/game table with hand-welded pewter base finished in bronze tones with negative space and thick glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed on top “PK LaVerne”). This is a unique sculpture which can take a larger glass top. We can customize for you. It’s a magnificent sculpture by the LaVernes.

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 187 in the section The Brazed Series. The caption reads, “This 1970s work is a unique hand-brazed sculpture incorporating negative space finished in bronze tones with a glass top.”

Dimensions as shown with glass:
Diam: 48 inches
H: 28.5 inches

Base:
Diam: 21 inches
H: 27.5 inches

Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: diningtable205

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categories TABLES, ART
tags Laverne 7, sold Art 8, sold tables 18

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Unique Collage "Hellenic Memories" 1970s (Signed) - SOLD

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Large wall-hanging framed collage “Hellenic Memories” in patinated and engraved metals with hand-painted enamels with partial figural elements by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “Philip & Kelvin LaVerne”). There are partial Greek figures engraved on both the left and right sides of this work. This work is unique.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this painting is shown in the section The Paintings on pages 246. The caption reads, “HELLENIC MEMORIES, a unique collage in patinated and engraved bronze, copper and pewter, was created in the 1970s…Kelvin LaVerne commented: “We wanted to evoke the feeling of an archeological find, a piece of something perhaps broken and shaped by time, capturing time past: history.”

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

W: 40.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 46.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: painting163

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tags Laverne 4, sold Art 8

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

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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

ref: sculpture207

 

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

Karl Springer Large Art Deco Urn with Copper Leaf 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Large and exceptional Art Deco urn in bronze with applied copper leaf and blue enamel with disc feet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The scale and opulent colors make this urn a stand out. It’s absolutely magnificent.

Reference:
LOBEL MODERN ARCHIVE, There is a photograph of a pair of these urns shown on a Bauhaus Dining Table in the Karl Springer showroom in the 1980s.

Diam: 15 inches
H: 25 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: accessory167

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tags KARLSPRINGER17, sold Art 9