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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 "Souffle Ottoman" With Polished Steel Base 1980s

Evan Lobel

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"Souffle Ottoman" with artisan decorated fabric and base in polished stainless steel with hidden castors, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. As with all of Karl Springer’s designs, this piece is meticulously crafted.

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”.

W: 25.5 inches
D: 25.5 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

$4,500

ref: ottoman23

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Arne Jacobson Set of 6 High Back Dining Chairs in Original Camel Leather 1960s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 6 early production high back Oxford Dining Chairs in original camel leather with steel bases by Arne Jacobson for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1960's (Signed “FH - Made in Denmark” on faded label on bottom). The original leather has patina and creasing from age and it is quite beautiful. These are super comfortable.

W: 17.5 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 49.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - Some creases and patina in original leather consistent with age.

SOLD

Ref: diningchairs232

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Harvey Probber Attributed Clean Line Club Chair 1940s

Evan Lobel

Clean line upholstered club chair attributed to Harvey Probber, American 1940's. Newly upholstered in eggplant mohair by Lobel Modern. These early streamlined Probber designs are emblematic of chic 40’s design.

Dimensions:
W: 35.5 inches
D: 35.5 inches
H: 26.5 inches
SH: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent- Newly upholstered in eggplant mohair by Lobel Modern.

Price: $6,500

Ref: clubchair48

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Designs for Leisure Chic Pair of Bar Stools with Upholstered Seats 1970s

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully made bar stools in brushed aluminum with swiveling upholstered seats by Designs for Leisure, American 1970's. These bar stools are very comfortable and very chic. Metal has been professionally cleaned and buffed. Seats have been newly reupholstered in a beautiful fabric by Lobel Modern.

W: 18.5 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 40.5 inches
Seat H: 29 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern. Metal cleaned and buffed in excellent condition.

$7,500 for the pair

ref: barstools51

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Karl Springer Set of 4 "Onassis Bar Stools" in Dark Oak 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 4 ‘Onassis Bar Stools” in dark oak with upholstered seats and brass foot rests by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seats are upholstered in leather. The beautiful craftsmanship of these stools makes them very luxurious and chic.

Reference:
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980s’s, section “seating”, shows this model with the title “Onassis Barstool” with the Springer logo at the bottom.

Dimensions for each
W: 25 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 42.5 inches
SH: 30 inches


Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: barstools46

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Dorothy Draper Attibuted Hollywood Regency Bench 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Hollywood Regency lacquered bench with upholstered seat attributed to Dorothy Draper, American 1950's

W: 22 inches
D:  17 inches
H:  18 inches

SOLD

Condition: Excellent

Ref: bench129

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Edward Wormley Chic Tufted Calf Skin Desk Chair 1954 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Barrel Tufted Desk Chair” model no 5400 in newly reupholstered calf skin leather with mahogany base with brass castors by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American, 1954. This iconic desk chair is extremely comfortable and reclines. It’s a luxurious design. Newly reupholstered in calf skin leather.

Reference:
Dunbar Office Furniture Catalog published in the 1960’s, in the section “Swivel Chairs” there is a black and white photo of this model with the description, “(model) 5400…Barrel Tufted Chair”.

W: 30 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 34 inches
SH: 17 inches (adjustable)

Condition: Excellent - Piece has been newly reupholstered. Base has been refinished.

SOLD

Ref: deskchair37

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Paolo Buffa Attributed Set of 4 Dining / Game Chairs 1940's - SOLD

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Set of 4 dining/game chairs with sculpted hand-notched wood frames, upholstered seats and backs, and brass sabots attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy 1940’s.  These artisan chairs are very chic.

W:  17 inches
D:  21.5 inches
H:  39 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: diningchairs182

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Karl Springer Pair "Souffle" Ottomans with Brass Bases ca 2000 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of "Souffle" ottomans with bases in solid brass with recessed castors by Karl Springer LTD, ca 2000. These have been newly upholstered in deep blue velvet.

W: 25 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: ottomans1

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Karl Springer Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with Polished Gunmetal Bases 1970s - ON HOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" with custom graphic fabric and bases in seamlessly welded solid polished gunmetal with recessed castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These ottomans are classic Karl Springer. The recessed castors make them very easy to move around. They are beautiful accents for any room.

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

Each:
W: 26 inches
D: 26 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - bases have been newly polished and lacquered.. Fabric is new.

$9,500 for the pair

ref: ottomans11

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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Elegant "Thebes Benches" 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of elegant "Thebes Benches" model 5002 in mahogany with hand-turned stretchers and cream leather by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1950's. These iconic benches are the epitome of fine craftsmanship.

Reference:
Dunbar Black and White Book published in 1956, on page 137 is a photo of this model with model “5002 bench” written above it.

Dimensions for Each:

W: 23.5 inches
D: 23.5 inches
H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

Ref: benches47

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Tommi Parzinger Rare Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Mahogany 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 8 rare elegant dining chairs (model 509 & 509A) in mahogany with tapering legs with upholstered seats, backs and armrests by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These chairs are superb examples of the elegance and refinement that are the hallmarks of Parzinger’s design ethos.

Reference:
Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog published in the 1960’s, there are drawings of both of these chairs with the model numbers “#509” and “#509A” below them.

Dimensions for each:
W: 20.5 / 17 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 42 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and reupholstered

SOLD

Ref: diningchairs229

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Paul Evans Rare and Exceptional Pair of Patchwork Cube Lounge Chairs 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of rare swiveling Patchwork Cube Lounge Chairs in hand-welded bronze copper and steel on ebonized wood bases by Paul Evans Studio for Directional, 1970's. These chairs are works of art by one of the 20th century’s most important designers. These have been reupholstered in light gray calf leather.

Reference:
Paul Evans Designer & Sculptor by Jeffery Head published by Schiffer in 2012, this model chair is shown on page 68, 70 and 71 in different finishes.

Provenance:
Private Collection New York

W: 39.5 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - chair is in excellent original condition Reupholstered in light gray calf leather.

SOLD

ref: loungechairs210

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Karl Springer Pair of Chrome Base "Souffle Ottomans" in Dark Blue Velvet 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of "Souffle Ottomans" on recessed casters with polished chrome bases and seats newly upholstered in dark blue velvet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. A classic Karl Springer design.

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”

Each:
W: 25 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - newly upholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

ref: ottomans9

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Karl Springer Sculptural Molded Lucite Bench 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Sculptural molded Lucite bench by Karl Springer, American 1970's.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD brown paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 54 is a photo of this model bench.

W: 34 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 21 inches
Seat H: 15.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: bench149

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T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Iconic Club Chair in Walnut 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Classic upholstered club chairs model WMP with frame in walnut by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950's. This chair has been refinished and reupholstered by Lobel Modern to like new condition. This is a timeless design by one of the 20th century’s most important designers.

Reference:
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb fold out paper catalog published in the 1950’s shows this model chair with the model WMP noted underneath.

W: 29 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent, Restored to “Like New” condition.

SOLD

Ref: clubchair47

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Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" in Authentic Zebra Skin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Souffle Ottoman" with polished brass base and hidden castors with authentic zebra skin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Karl Springer’s use of zebra on this ottoman make it special and incredibly chic.

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”

W: 25 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: ottoman24

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Chic French Pair of Cerused Oak Slipper Chairs with Black Leather 1960s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of elegant slipper chairs in cerused oak with black leather seats and back, French 1960's. The combination of materials is very chic. These are beautifully made.

Dimensions for each:
W: 27.5 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent, Oak has been refinished and leather has been professionally cleaned.

SOLD

Ref: slipperchairs45

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Verner Panton Chic Tufted Camel Leather Chaise 1970s

Evan Lobel

Tufted camel leather chaise from the System 1-2-3 Series by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1970's. Verner Panton is considered one of Denmark's most influential 20th-century furniture and interior designers. He was famous for exuberant forms and this chaise is a wonderful example. Besides being super luxurious in tufted leather, it is remarkably comfortable.

W: 23 inches
D: 63 inches
H: 41 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - leather has been professionally cleaned and polished.

$8,500

ref: chaise30

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Karl Springer Rare Pair of "JMF Benches" in High Gloss Black Lacquer 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare pair of "JMF Benches" in high gloss black lacquer with original leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These sculptural benches are absolutely stunning examples of Springer’s ability to combine elegant forms with the finest materials.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, this model is shown on page 50 turned 90 degrees with the cushion in the curved section. They were made both ways.

Dimensions for Each:

W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 21 inches

Condition: Excellent, newly lacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

Ref: benches45

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