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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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Wall unit with adjustable shelving system, cabinet, chest and flip top desk in rosewood, teak and mahogany by I.S.A., Italian 1964 (label on desk that reads, “ISA Bergamo Italy”). This wall unit is very versatile and beautifully made.
W: 89.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 106 inches
Condition: Excellent
$25,000
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Exceptional “Parsons Style Backgammon Table” in embossed beige lizard leather and inset chrome with interior backgammon board including game pieces and matching pair of “Onassis Chairs” with upholstered seats by Karl Springer, American 1994 (signed and dated on both chairs and table “Karl Springer 1994”). Backgammon board is made of leather. These came from a private collection in New York.
Reference
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “seating”, “ONASSIS CHAIR” is shown on pages 7 and 8. Section “game and backgammon tables”, “PARSONS STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE” is shown on page 3.
Backgammon Table:
W:44 inches
D: 26.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Pair of Chairs - Each:
W: 24 inches
D: 19 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 26 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Polaris Arm Chair" with tea glazed silver leaf frame and newly upholstered in Scalamandre blue mohair by Karl Springer, American ca 1985. This chair is extremely luxurious.
W: 22.5 inches
D: 25 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Arm H: 26 inches
H: 35 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Coffee table with 4 sculptural lucite legs and thick glass top by Les Prismatiques, American 1970's (signed on each leg "Les Prismatiques"). This is a chic coffee table.
W: 40 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500
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Pair of large scale lounge chairs in mirror lacquered avodire with studded round backs and tapering legs by Sally Sirken Lewis for J. Robert Scott, American 1980's. These chairs are beautifully made and very elegant.
W: 29 inches
D: 32 inches
H: 41 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500 for the pair
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Stylish fully upholstered bench with graphic fabric, American 1970's.
W: 48.5 inches
D: 16.5 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
$4,500
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Large ceiling mount chandelier in brass with stylized radiating arm design, Italian 1950's. This design is both elegant and sculptural.
H: 10.5 inches
Diam: 47.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Very good - minor wear and patina consistent with age
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Chic chandelier with 6 arms in brushed brass with textured glass diffusers under smoked glass shades by Lightolier, American 1950's (Lightolier label present). The combination of brushed brass and smoked glass is luxurious.
H: 32 inches
Diam: 34.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Elegant 4 door credenza, lacquered pale blue on ebonized block legs with polished nickel pulls, by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1960's (signed “Parzinger Originals” in drawer). This piece has been meticulously restored by Lobel Modern.
W: 66 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 31.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent - relacquered and hardware polished
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Low credenza in smoke lacquer over Carpathian elm with stylized brass decoration on every door and brass trim by Mastercraft, American 1960's. This credenza is beautifully crafted and brass details are exceptional.
W: 78 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 30 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Pair of clean line end tables with bases in teak and tops in Italian travertine, American 1950's.
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 21 inches
$7,500 for the pair
Condition: Excellent
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Pair of large scale waterfall nesting tables in lucite, American 1970's. The scale of these tables makes them impressive.
Dimensions of large table:
W: 22 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 22.5 inches
$5,500 for the pair
Condition: Excellent
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Pair of stylish ceramic table lamps with impressed geometric motif, American 1980’s.
Diam: 19 inches
H: 28.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Waterfall side table covered in embossed lizard leather with drawer and glass shelf by Karl Springer, American 1993, (label on bottom reads "Karl Springer 1993"). The quality of this table is extraordinary.
W: 24 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500
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Large rare and important "Deep Relief Credenza" with hand-welded polychromed doors and 3 inset slate slab tops by Paul Evans for Directional, American 1970. (signed and dated ”Paul Evans 70”)
This piece is an iconic work of art.
W: 96 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 31 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Chan #142 Coffee Table" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). This iconic LaVerne table is sophisticated work of 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: 36 inches
H: 17.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of meticulously crafted "Triangular Leg End Tables" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1984 (date stamped on bottom). These tables are beautifully made and extremely luxurious.
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 23 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of "Onassis Bar Stools" in mirror lacquered mahogany with upholstered seats and oxidized bronze footrests by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The beautiful wood and meticulous finishing make these stools very luxurious and chic.
Dimensions for each
W: 25.5 inches
D: 21.5 inches
H: 42.5 inches
SH: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
$7,500 for the pair
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"Chinese Parsons Style Desk" in lacquered goatskin with chrome inlays by Karl Springer, American 1985 (dated on bottom). This desk is both luxurious and beautifully made.
W: 44 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of swiveling and tilting lounge chairs with polished stainless steel bases by Phillip Enfield, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in faux fur by Lobel Modern. These chairs are extremely comfortable and the tilting mechanism is unique.
W: 29 inches
D: 28 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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