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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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Artisan crafted surfboard shaped coffee table in polished tessellated brown onyx, custom design, American 1970's. The onyx is continuous from the sides to the top. This design is very luxurious and chic.
W: 52 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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One-of-a-kind "Etruscan Spiral Extension Dining Table" with extensions that fit on each end in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels and unique pierced bronze bases by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side of tabletop with original paper labels on leaves). This table was made specially for Fred and Edith Horowitz, personal friends of the LaVernes. Their initials are incorporated into the bases as part of the design; “EH” on one base and “FH” on the other base. There are rods that come out from inside the table to support the leaves; they lock in place to give the leaves solid support. This table is exceptional in every way and represents the best of the LaVernes’ art and ingenuity. The abstract graphic design on the table top is simply stunning with beautiful coloration. The pattern is continuous from the table top onto the extensions. There is a felt lined wood case which the LaVernes made for the extensions.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Etruscan Spiral motif is discussed in the introduction and this table is shown on page 125 in the section The Abstract Series. The caption reads, “The 1960s ETRUSCAN SPIRAL extension dining table has two leaves that attach to the outsides of its table. This table was made as a custom commission for Fred and Edith Horowitz, personal friends of the LaVernes.”
W: 76 inches without extensions
W: 112 inches with extensions
D: 42 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted Ming Writing Desk/Console in lacquered embossed crocodile leather with 3 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This was originally designed as a console which doubled as a writing desk but it is perfectly suited to be either. The glides on the drawers have been replaced with self-closing glides. Drawer bottoms covered in moire silk. Center drawer has a pencil holder. Springer’s lacquered leathers were typically done in a 2 tone lacquer and the colors here are white and ivory. 2 Tone lacquers give the leather incredible depth.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of the coffee table model of this desk with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 9”.
W: 63 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored and is in like new condition.
SOLD
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Sculptural side table in dark oak with zig zag base by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, American 1950's. This table has great presence and would be a beautiful addition to any interior.
Dimensions:
D: 22 inches
W: 22 inches
H: 26 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished.
$6,500
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Rare and important "Bone Cigarette Table" in lacquered hand-carved wood with exquisite detailing by John Dickinson, American 1977. The lacquer is in the original matte bone color. The craftsmanship of this table is extraordinary. As is true of all John Dickinson pieces, this table could not be more stylish.
Reference:
This model table is in the permanent collection of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, acquired in 1979. It can be viewed in their collection here.
Dimensions:
Diam: 21 inches
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly relacquered by Lobel Modern.
$18,000
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Beautifully hand-carved figural wood side table or stool by the Bamileke, Cameroon Africa, 1960's. The craftsmanship is exquisite and the table is very stylish.
Provenance: Private Collection New York
Dimensions:
Diam: 17 inches
H: 13 inches
Condition: Excellent
$3,500
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Rare and exceptional "Parsons Style Backgammon Table" in lacquered goatskin with brass trim, backgammon board with inset gray and ox blood leather points, with flip up storage compartments and original game pieces and cups by Karl Springer, American 1970s. On the underside of the top which covers the backgammon table is a checker/chess board. Very few of these tables were made in lacquered goatskin. It is superbly crafted and very luxurious.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.
W (Closed): 50 inches
W (with trays extended): 66 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and stunning large "Fantasia” Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter in a repeating abstract motif with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “ Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top of table). The Fantasia motif is based on music and is one of the LaVernes’ most entrancing designs.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Fantasia motif is discussed in the introduction and is shown on pages 117-119 in the section The Abstract Series. The caption reads, “Hand inlaid bronze forming a weave of geometric symmetry - ever refracting light…”
W: 48 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exceptional serving/bar cart in polished gold-tinted brass with thick lucite top and lower shelf by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This bar cart is on castors so it can easily be moved around. The quality of the construction of this piece is off the charts - stunning metal work and thick lucite slabs. Classic Springer craftsmanship.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 12 there is a photo of this model in stainless steel with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD STAINLESS STEEL & LUCITE BAR-CART (page) 12”
W: 25 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Very good - Brass has been professionally polished and lacquered. Light scratches in lucite consistent with age and light use.
SOLD
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Box Table with removable tray top covered in grass cloth inside and out by Karl Springer, American 1976-8. This was made as a prototype by one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans It’s a unique design. The top can sit as a tray or flip the other way and just cover the bottom.
Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.
Dimensions:
D: 20 inches
W: 20 inches
H: 20.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500
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Beautifully crafted Telephone Table in chestnut snakeskin with black accents and brass castors by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The bottoms are covered in moiré silk. As with all Karl Springer pieces, the craftsmanship is superb.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 14 is a photo of this model table titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TELEPHONE STYLE TABLE [page] 14”
D: 10 inches
W: 15 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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Beautifully crafted petit side table in grasscloth with sculpted edges by Karl Springer, American 1976-78. This table was made as a prototype. It is very chic.
Reference:
Purchased in 2024 from one of Karl Springer’s premier artisans.
Dimensions:
D: 14 inches
W: 14 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500
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"Sandstone Sculpture Table" with base in cast composite stone with thick cantilevered glass top and polished chrome cap by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series was only done for a few years. The forms and materials are sublime together.
Reference
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 11 is the smaller model of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 10” DIAMETER SCULPTURE TABLE (page) 11”.
W: 19 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - few small scratches in glass (glass is relatively new)
SOLD
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"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
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
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2-Tier Telephone Table style end table with raised molded edge in chocolate brown lacquered linen by Karl Springer LTD, American ca 2005 (signed “Karl Springer” on bottom). This table would make a beautiful addition to any room with its superb craftsmanship.
W: 28 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare "Bristol Coffee Table" in white leather with inset shagreen on top with bone inlays by Karl Springer, American 1989 (signed and dated with leather label on bottom). This table perfectly exemplifies the superb craftsmanship that defines Karl Springer. This table has been completely restored - leather has been relacquered and shagreen has been professionally cleaned.
W: 44 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent, Leather has been relacquered and Shagreen has been professionally cleaned.
SOLD
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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
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Beautifully crafted large "Free Form Coffee Table" in tessellated travertine with brass trim at bottom by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed on bottom with label which reads "Karl Springer”). The artisanship and materials of this Free Form are superb. Very few were made in tessellated travertine.
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”
W: 52.5 inches
D: 39 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been professionally cleaned and polished.
SOLD
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Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in gray embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of this table is superb. With its clean lines and beautiful color, this table is very elegant.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with a backgammon board with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly re-lacquered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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