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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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Pair of beautifully made ceramic table lamps with gunmetal glaze, American 1970's.
Dimensions for Each:
Diam: 12 inches
Shade Diam: 16 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: tablelamps261
Long chest model No. 6423 in mahogany with drawer fronts in French walnut with brass ring pulls by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1964 (Brass label in left interior drawer reads “Dunbar, Berne, Indiana” and paper label on the back reads “Dunbar Furniture Corporation”. This chest is beautifully crafted.
W: 69 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chestofdrawers137
4 Door credenza in bronze glass with peach glass accents on corners by Rougier, Canada 1970's (metal label on left side reads “Rougier”). This piece is beautifully made.
W: 72 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: credenza76
Pair of "Curved Back Side Chairs" model no. 1053 with ebonized mahogany frames by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. Newly finished and upholstered by Lobel Modern in a luxurious grey chenille .
Dimensions for Each:
W: 25.5 inches
D: 25.5 inches
H: 38.5 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: loungechairs165
Large "Dome Top Art Deco Mirror" clad in authentic brown lizard skins by Karl Springer, American 1977 (metal label on back reads "Karl Springer 1977").
H: 5 feet 6.5 inches
W: 33 inches
D: 3 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
Ref: mirror99
Brown “haresfur” glazed ceramic footed bowl by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s (signed on bottom "R Sweden" with "CHS").
Diam: 12 inches
H: 3 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: ceramic47
Large 4 Door cabinet model no. 140, lacquered blue with iconic etched chrome hardware, by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's. This is a beautiful example of Tommi Parzinger’s refined design sensibility.
W: 88 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 34.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: credenza74
"Miracle Sputnik" in brass with faceted glass rods by Friedl Bakalowits for Bakalowits and Sohne, Austria, 1960's. This is a spectacular chandelier.
Diam: 25 inches
H: 35 inches
(Height of actual chandelier is 16 inches)
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chandelier248
Rare set of 12 rare sculptural dining chairs model no. 1421 in dark brown mahogany with upholstered seat by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. These are wonderful examples of Probber’s meticulous craftsmanship.
W: 20 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and important "Wedge Sofa" / recamier chaise model no. 6310A fully tufted with hand turned mahogany legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1963. Signed “Dunbar / Berne, Indiana” with metal tag on the underside. Newly upholstered.
W: 64 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chaise22
Large and exceptional Art Deco urn in bronze and etched copper with disc feet by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This is a rare Springer design with impressive scale.
Diam: 15 inches
H: 25 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: accessory167
Rare sculpture floor lamp in stainless steel with three lights - one on top and two on bottom - all with solid lucite caps by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Operated with original foot switch. This is a very cool design.
W: 23 inches
D: 22.5 inches
H: 42 inches
Condition: Very Good (minor dent on side)
SOLD
ref: floorlamp183
4 Door credenza in red lacquer with brass trim by Alain Delon for Maison Jansen, France 1970's. Signed “ADelon” on brass label on interior of far left door. There are glass shelves inside. This is a very chic credenza.
W: 71 inches
D: 17.75 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Very good - some patina to brass giving it a bronze look.
SOLD
ref: credenza75
Pair of lounge chairs model no.Q2083 with pleated back on recessed mahogany legs upholstered in green velvet by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, American 1960's. Label on the bottom reads “Ward Bennett Designs for Brickel Associates.). These chairs are extremely comfortable and elegant.
Dimensions for each
W: 30 inches
D: 31 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: loungechairs187
Impressive fireplace tool set with a pair of andirons made with wrought iron and decorative brass elements designed by Donald Deskey for Bennett, American 1950’s. (Signed “Bennett” in shanks of andirons).
Tool set:
W: 10 inches
D: 8.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Pair of Andirons:
W: 24 inches
D: 5.5 inches
H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent
Tool Set
SOLD
Pair of Andirons
SOLD
ref: fireplace67, fireplace68
Large "Chan" coffee table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted colorful enamels by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin Laverne” on top). This table has wonderful coloration and is an iconic example of the LaVernes’ unique art.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, The Chan Series is discussed at length in the introduction and tables are shown on pages 44-49 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption from the LaVerne catalog reads, “Chinese artistry at its peak under the Chan Dynasty is recreated in this intricately carved design. We see peasants carrying a sacred gift to the Emperor’s child. Delicately wrought leaves and figures, combine with a rich variety of multicolored patinas to create the Chinoiserie top. The design is credited as inspiring and evoking French and English periods of furniture design.”
Diam: 42.5 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: coffeetable95
Small scale chaise with mahogany legs and brass sabots, American 1990's.
W: 55 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: chaise21
Custom barrel back lounge chair in leather on casters designed by Thad Hayes for William and Karen Lauder, American 2000. This comes with a Letter of Provenance from Thad Hayes. It was published in Architectural Digest, The Great Design Issue, May 2003 on page 96. This is a very elegant chair.
W: 36 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500
ref: loungechair101
Pair of sconces model no 12 in brass with suspended crystals by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These are beautifully made and very elegant.
Dimensions for Each:
W: 10.5 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 44 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: sconces40
Pair of custom barrel back lounge chairs in leather on hidden casters designed by Thad Hayes for the private residence of William and Karen Lauder, American 2000. These come with a Letter of Provenance from Thad Hayes. They were published in Architectural Digest, The Great Design Issue, May 2003 on page 96. They are very elegant chairs.
Dimensions For Each:
W: 36 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: loungechairs190
