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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.
Lobel Modern
Large beautifully crafted hinged box in tessellated fossilized coral with brass inlays around top by Maitland Smith, The Phillippines 1980's. Interior is wood. This box would be a beautiful accent in any interior.
W: 14.25 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 6.25 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and important 29 piece studio made set of ceramic plates, serving pieces, and cups by Roy Hamilton, American 1980's (signed and stamped on every piece). It is rare to find such a large service by Roy Hamilton.
In a NEW YORK TIMES article from 1988 Albert Hadley commented: “In ceramics, the work of Roy Hamilton is certainly expressive of our time, with clean, imaginative shapes and interesting finishes. These objects reflect an appreciation and understanding of quality crafted objects. The classic, quiet things will endure.”
Large Serving Bowl
Diam: 16.5 inches / H: 8.5 inches
Large Serving Dish
Diam: 16.5 inches / H: 2.5 inches
11 Plates
Diam: 11.5 inches / 1 inch
12 Cups
W: 5 inches / D: 3.5 inches / H: 3.5 inches
2 Milk Servers
W: 5.5 inches / D: 3.5 inches / H: 3.5 inches
Sugar Bowl and Lid
Diam: 4.5 inches / H: 4.5 inches
Condition: Excellent / except for 2 pieces: large serving dish has a hairline crack which is stable and 1 plate has a repaired crack.
SOLD
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Saarinen Tulip style dining/game table with molded and lacquered steel base with custom polished marble top, Italian 1990's. The figured marble top is stunning.
Diam: 41.5 inches
H: 29 inches
Diam of Base: 22 inches
Condition: Very good - Faint yellow ring on tabletop.
$8,500
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Rare “Chrysanthemum” coffee table, hand-brazed in patinated bronze with a glass top, is by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1970's (signed "Philip Kelvin Laverne" on side of base). There is a lot of thought and intention that went into the design of this beautiful and rare sculpture table (see below).
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work is shown on page 207 in the section titled The Brazed Series. The caption reads, “ The CHRYSANTHEMUM coffee table, which incorporates the Chinese character for longevity that looks like a flower, in hand-brazed patinated bronze with a glass top, was created in the 1970s. The Chinese flower of longevity is the Chrysanthemum. The character for longevity is shown three times, and three is considered a lucky number in Chinese culture.”
Overall Dimensions:
Diam: 36 inches
H: 17 inches
Dimensions of base:
Diam: 25.5 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
$25,000
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Stunning Free Form Coffee Tables in mirrored polished stainless steel with inset black glass tops attributed to Karl Springer, American 1980's. These tables are beautifully made and very chic. The stainless steel is polished and is completely reflective like a mirror. New black glass tops fabricated by Lobel Modern.
Dimensions:
Large:
W: 50 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 17 inches
Small:
W: 26 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent - new glass tops fabricated by Lobel Modern. Bases have been professionally polished. Few small scratches on bases.
$25,000 for the pair
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Set of 8 iconic and refined dining chairs (models 162 and 162A) in mahogany with tapering legs with upholstered seats and center back panels by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's. These chairs are a timeless Parzinger design. Newly refinished and reupholstered in a super chic fabric.
Reference:
Parzinger Originals catalog published in the 1960’s shows these models in the seating section.
Dimensions for Arm Chairs:
W: 21.5 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Arm H: 22.5 inches
Dimensions for Side Chairs:
W: 20 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent - newly refinished and reupholstered.
SOLD
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Rolling serving/bar cart model no. FM164 with black lacquer base and walnut top with brass accents and castors by Paul M. Jones, American 1960's. This bar cart is beautifully made and very chic.
Reference:
Paul M Jones catalog published in the 1960’s shows an image of this model with model number.
W: 37 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 31.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$6,500
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"The Untrammeled Mood of the Artist at Work", a rare wall sculpture incorporating a motif with a nude artist and subject in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery. They are rare collectors works 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, this work cast in bronze is shown on page 174 in the section The Cast Series with the caption,. “THE UNTRAMMELED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK, a cast wall hanging sculpture with male and female nudes dates from the 1970s. This small work explores the relationship between artist and model. When a model poses nude, there is a general inequality as she or he is undressed and vulnerable. This work strips away that inequality and puts them on equal footing.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 11.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500
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"The Untrammeled Mood of the Artist at Work", a rare wall sculpture incorporating a motif with a nude artist and subject in solid bronze by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery. They are rare collectors works 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, this work is shown on page 174 in the section The Cast Series with the caption,. “THE UNTRAMMELED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK, a cast wall hanging sculpture with male and female nudes dates from the 1970s. This small work explores the relationship between artist and model. When a model poses nude, there is a general inequality as she or he is undressed and vulnerable. This work strips away that inequality and puts them on equal footing.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 11.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$9,500
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Pendant light with bilateral hand-cut glass facades and chrome hardware in the manner of Fontana Arte, Milan Italy, 1950's. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern - it now has an American candelabra socket (originally had European sockets). A timeless design.
Glass Shades:
W: 6.5 inches
H: 16 inches
D: 4.5 inches
Overall height including rod and canopy:
39.5 inches
We can modify the drop to spec.
Condition: Excellent - metal has been professionally polished and rewired by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches in glass consistent with age.
$4,500
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"Stud of Nude #1", a rare figural wall sculpture incorporating a female nude motif in solid bronze by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery. They are rare collectors works 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, this work cast in pewter is shown on page 175 in the section The Cast Series with the caption, “The STUDY OF NUDE #1, is a cast pewter wall hanging sculpture depicting a female nude. The window next to the model shows a female on a horse, perhaps reflecting what she is dreaming about.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 9.5 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 13 inches
$9,500
Condition: Excellent
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"Study of Nude #1", a rare figural wall sculpture incorporating a female nude motif in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” with original gallery label on back stating “NUDE #1”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery. They are rare collectors works 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, this work is shown on page 175in the section The Cast Series with the caption, “The STUDY OF NUDE #1, is a cast pewter wall hanging sculpture depicting a female nude. The window next to the model shows a female on a horse, perhaps reflecting what she is dreaming about.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 10 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 13.5 inches
$9,500
Condition: Excellent
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Set of 3 pendant lights with bilateral hand-cut glass facades and chrome hardware in the manner of Fontana Arte, Milan Italy, 1950's. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern - they now have American candelabra sockets (they originally had European sockets). A timeless design.
Glass Shades:
W: 6.5 inches
H: 16 inches
D: 4.5 inches
Overall height Including rod and canopy:
39.5 inches
Can customize drop to spec.
Condition: Excellent - metal has been professionally polished. Rewired. Few light scratches in glass consistent with age.
SOLD
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"The Untrammeled Mood of the Artist at Work", a rare wall sculpture incorporating a motif with a nude artist and subject in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” and with original gallery label on back stating “THE UNTRAMMELLED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK” with a description). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work cast in bronze is shown in the section The Cast Series on page 174 with the caption,. “THE UNTRAMMELED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK, a cast wall hanging sculpture with male and female nudes dates from the 1970s. This small work explores the relationship between artist and model. When a model poses nude, there is a general inequality as she or he is undressed and vulnerable. This work strips away that inequality and puts them on equal footing.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 11.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Nude #1", a rare figural wall sculpture incorporating a female nude motif in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed with original gallery label on back stating “NUDE #1”). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this work is shown in the section The Cast Series on page 175 with the caption, “The STUDY OF NUDE #1, is a cast pewter wall hanging sculpture depicting a female nude. The window next to the model shows a female on a horse, perhaps reflecting what she is dreaming about.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 10 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 14 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"The Untrammeled Artist", a rare wall sculpture incorporating a motif with a nude artist and subject in solid pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on front “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” and with original gallery label on back stating “THE UNTRAMMELLED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK” with a description). The LaVernes did a small series of cast wall sculptures incorporating nude figures in both solid bronze or pewter in the 1960’s. These hung in the original LaVerne Gallery.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other works from this series are shown in the section The Cast Series on pages 174-5 with the caption,. “THE UNTRAMMELED MOOD OF THE ARTIST AT WORK, a cast wall hanging sculpture with male and female nudes dates from the 1970s. This small work explores the relationship between artist and model. When a model poses nude, there is a general inequality as she or he is undressed and vulnerable. This work strips away that inequality and puts them on equal footing.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 11 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare side table with female torso in cast pewter which has been patinated with custom biomorphic glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed on bottom “PK LaVerne”). The LaVernes were extremely adept at sculpting the female form.
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 page 167 in the section titled The Cast Series. The caption reads, “A female torso sculpture/side table with an optional glass top, was made in the 1970s.”
Base
W: 16 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 18.5 inches
Top
W: 13.5 inches
D: 10.5 inches
H: 1 inch
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Exquisitely hand-lacquered lidded box with wood motif exterior and interior covered in beige suede by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This box is meticulously crafted. Springer had artisans who created one of a kind lacquer finishes.
W: 14 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 4 inches
$4,500
Condition: Excellent
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New tray with handles in gray, plum and sunflower python with bottom covered in plum moiré silk by Lobel Originals, American. This is beautifully made and part of a small number of unique accessories we have created.
As Shown:
W: 13 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 2 inches
$1,500
Condition: New
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New octagonal tray with handles covered in natural python with bottom in moiré silk by Lobel Originals, American. This is beautifully made and part of a small number of unique accessories we have created.
As Shown:
W: 16 inches
D: 11.5 inches
H: 2 inches
$2,500
Condition: New
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