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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 Chair in Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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

Evan Lobel

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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Harvey Probber Sculptural Set of 6 Mahogany Dining Chairs 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Set of 6 sculptural dining chairs, 2 arm chairs and 4 sides, models 1048 & 1048A, in ebonized mahogany with upholstered seats and back by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. This is an iconic Harvey Probber design. Refinished and reupholstered in a luxurious gray velvet by Lobel Modern. The curvature of the back makes these extremely comfortable.

Reference:
”Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber” catalog published in the 1950’s, section Dining, Photo 170 shows this model with the description “SIDE CHAIR 1048A…MAHOGANY FRAME…SAME WITH ARMS 1048”

W: 18 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 38.5 inches
SH: 20 inches
Arm H: 24.5 inches
Armchair W: 19.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - Refinished and reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Finn Juhl Desk Chair in Teak 1950s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Sculptural desk chair in teak with upholstered seat and back by Finn Juhl (Denmark) for Baker & Co, American 1950's. This desk chair is extremely comfortable.

W: 22 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent - Completely refinished and reupholstered in gray ultrasuede.

SOLD

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Karl Springer "Souffle Ottoman" with Bronze Base 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

"Souffle Ottoman" newly reupholstered with bronze base and hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bronze has been cleaned and polished. Last photo shows ottoman with original fabric.

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: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - Ottoman has been newly reupholstered and the bronze base was professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Stunning "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished brass stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on front of stretcher). Brass has been polished and lacquered and newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 11 is a photo of this model bench titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD  ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH [page] 11”

W: 35 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered and seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Gilbert Rohde Elegant Set of 8 Newly Upholstered Dining Chairs 1940s - SOLD

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Set of 8 elegant upholstered dining chairs model (2 arm chairs model No. 4196 and 6 side chairs model No. 4195), legs and arms in dark Pacific walnut with beautifully curved backs, by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, Paldao Group, American 1940's. The front legs are conical and taper. The back legs have a gentle curve. These are the best of Rohde and are extremely comfortable. They have been completely redone by Lobel Modern - wood has been refinished; newly upholstered in a gorgeous textured velvet.

Reference:
Gilbert Rohde Modern Furniture Design, Herman Miller 1940 Catalog & Supplement published by Schiffer in 1998, both side chair and arm chair models are shown on page 122.

Dimensions for each:
Armchair W: 24 inches
Side Chair W: 22 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 25 inches

Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered in textured velvet.

SOLD

Ref: diningchairs236

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Karl Springer Elegant Polaris Desk Chair 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully crafted "Polaris Desk Chair" in celadon, gold and red fabric with floral motif and mahogany legs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This chair is very elegant and extremely comfortable.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 20 is a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD POLARIS…CHAIR (page) 20”.

W: 20 inches
D: 23.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Chic Rolling Desk Chair in Lucite with Upholstered Seat 1970s - SOLD

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Rolling desk chair with in lucite with newly upholstered seat and sculptural aluminum base, American 1970's. Seat has been newly upholstered in a beautiful textured gray velvet. Lucite has been cleaned and polished. This chair is both comfortable and very chic.

W: 17 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered. A few light scratches on base.

SOLD

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Tommi Parzinger Rare and Elegant Set of 8 T-Back Dining Chairs 1979 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and exceptional set of 8 dining chairs model 314 with base in ivory lacquered mahogany with upholstered seats and backs in cream ultrasuede by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Original, American 1979. This design was a special order and is so noted on the original invoice. These are not only stunning, they are extremely comfortable.

Reference:
Comes with original purchase invoice from 1979 with photo of this model.

Dimensions for each:
W: 17.5 inches
D:  20.5 inches
H:  37 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

ref: diningchairs246

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Pair of Large and Elegant French Art Deco Wing Chairs 1930s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of large and elegant Art Deco wing chairs with rounded features on finished wood legs, French 1930's. Newly upholstered and legs have been refinished by Lobel Modern. These chairs are beautifully made and very comfortable. The profile of these chairs is spectacular.

W: 36 inches
D: 40 inches
H: 40 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - legs refinished and newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Stephen Sprouse Rare and Impressive Pod Chair with Iconic Graffiti Fabric 2003 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare and stunning Pod Chair with faceted body in aluminum with iconic colorful graffiti style fabric with phrases from the Declaration of Independence by Stephen Sprouse (1953-2004) for Knoll, American 2003. The bases can be attached to the floor. This chair is an absolute masterpiece of design.

Dimensions:
W: 40 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 75 inches
SH: 18 inches
Base Diam: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Hand Crafted Teak Danish Desk Chair 1950s (signed) - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Stylish desk chair model no. 7 in teak by Helge Sibast for Sibast Mobler, Denmark 1950's. Label reads “Sibast Furniture Made In Denmark“ on underside of chair.

W: 19.5 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 29 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

 Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Set of 4 "JMF Chairs" in High Gloss Black Lacquer 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Set of 4 "J.M.F. Chairs" in high gloss black lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. An iconic Springer design and super cool in black! Perfect for dining or a game table.

Reference:
Karl Springer catalog, red binder, section “seating”, page 4 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”, published 1980’s.

W: 18 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 35.5 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - these have been totally restored and are in like-new condition.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Exceptional "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished chrome stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern. These benches were typically made in small sizes. This one is large and stunning.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 11, titled “KARL SPRINGER ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH (page) 11”

W: 48.5 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Seat newly reupholstered in a luxurious new fabric by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Pair of Sculptural Lucite Swivel Stools 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of sculptural swiveling lucite bar stools with splayed legs by Hill Manufacturing, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in brown faux leather by Lobel Modern.

W: 17 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 45.5 inches
Seat H: 30 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of JMF Chairs in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

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Pair of "JMF Chairs" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These chairs are meticulously crafted. 

Reference
Karl Springer catalog, red binder, section “seating”, page 4 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. CHAIR, HARD OR UPHOLSTERED SEAT (page) 4”, published 1980’s  

Dimensions for Each
W: 18 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 19 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of "Onassis Chairs" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Pair of beautifully crafted and iconic “Onassis Chairs” in lacquered goatskin with upholstered seats by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Seats newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Chairs have been cleaned and polished. The artisanship of Springer’s pieces is absolutely superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Seating” on page 7 there is a photo of this model with the title “Onassis Chair”.


Dimensions:
W: 24 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Vladimir Kagan Tufted "Crescent Swivel Chair" with Chrome Base 1984 - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Tufted "Crescent Swivel Chair" model 7655 with channeled back, chrome base concealing hidden castors by Vladimir Kagan, American 1984. Besides being very chic, this chair is extremely comfortable. Newly upholstered in a beautiful fabric by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Vladimir Kagan Catalog 1979-80, published in 1979, shows this model with the description: “Luxuriously large lounge chair has unique back pillow channels of polyfoam and dacron. Tight seat of polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Mirror chrome swivel base with concealed castors.”

Dimensions:

H: 30 inches
SH: 16 inches
W: 32 inches
D: 36 inches

Condition: Excellent- Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Macassar Ebony 1980s - SOLD

Evan Lobel

Rare set of 6 "Regency Arm Dining Chairs" in Macassar ebony with upholstered seats and backs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Elegant lines, superb materials and top notch craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Karl Springer’s designs. These have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, page 1 shows this model chair with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD REGENCY ARMCHAIR (page) 1.”

Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Arm H: 25.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches

Condition: Very Good - Macassar ebony in very good condition, these have been newly reupholstered in ivory velvet.

SOLD

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