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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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Set of 4 sculptural bud vases in solid lucite by Les Prismatiques, American 1980's. This set of bud vases would be a beautiful accent in any room.
Dimensions for each:
W: 4.5 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 6.5 inches
Condition: Excellent. Like-new condition.
SOLD
Ref: accessory219
Large set of occasional tables in dark walnut, top design with pebbles set in gold/copper resin under glass. by John Keal for Brown Saltman, American 1960's (signed “Brown Saltman” on label under top). The design of the top was very inventive with pebbles set in resin. There are 11 available. They are being sold individually for $2500 each. They can be used as coffee, side or occasional tables. There are any number of ways they can be clustered with their hexagonal design.
Dimensions for each:
W: 21 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent - these have been refinished.
$2,500 each
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Large horn mounted on a mirrored cube base, American 1970's. Iconic 70’s design.
W: 10 inches
D: 6.5 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Very good - slight patina to top of cube. Sides are perfectly clear.
$1,500
Ref: accessory247
Pair of finely made fully upholstered benches/ottomans in a beautiful graphic velvet print in the manner of David Hicks, American 1970's. They have springs inside which goes to their high quality. These benches would be a beautiful accent in any room.
Dimensions for each:
W: 22 inches
D: 22 inches
H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
$5,500 for the pair
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Pair of molded lucite bar stools with chrome foot rests and upholstered seats, American 1970's. Seats newly reupholstered in gray velvet by Lobel Modern. These are made from a single sheet of lucite which is molded and cut. The simplicity of the design makes these very chic.
Dimensions:
D: 15.5 inches
W: 17.5 inches
H: 34 inches
Seat H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - Lucite cleaned and polished. Newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.
$5,500 for the pair
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Stunning "Chinese Style Cube Console Table", hand-sculpted form in high gloss silver automotive lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The sumptuous form and beautiful lacquer work make this piece a show stopper. Newly relacquered in high gloss silver automotive lacquer by Lobel Modern.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s shows the coffee table version of this table, section “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 6 of this section there is a photo of the coffee table version with the heading “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE CUBE STYLE …. TABLE (page) 6”.
W: 40.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent - like new condition.
SOLD
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"Mushroom Bench", cantilevered in polished stainless steel with upholstered leather seat, by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with Karl Springer metal label on bottom). A rare and beautiful Karl Springer design.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD paper catalog published in the 1970’s, there is a drawing of this design on page 49.
W: 21 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 15.5 inches
Condition: Very Good - some light scratches in metal from light use / spots on leather seat.
SOLD
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Exceptional credenza/chest of drawers in Honduran mahogany with book-matched Carpathian elm sliding doors and base, drawers with bronze pulls and interior drawers lacquered in ivory lacquer by Harvey Probber, American 1950's (Signed "Furniture Designed by Harvey Probber" in right interior drawer). The pulls on the sliding doors are hand-carved rosewood and inset. This piece showcases Probber’s devotion to fine craftsmanship.
W: 77 inches
D: 18.5 inches
H: 33.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly refinished by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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"Fantasia Tea Table" with top in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with an abstract geometric motif on top by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “ PK LaVerne” on side of top). These tables are rare. The proportions of this table are sublime.
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…”
Diam: 12 inches
H: 21 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Artisan made face of an ancient Greek man with a laurel wreath molded in pewter and set on a walnut backing, American 1950's. This captivating work is beautifully made.
W: 16 inches
D: 3 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: Excellent
$4,500
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Large artisan glass vase with abstract etched design by artist Joseph Spohr for Karl Springer, American 1980's. Spohr was a master glass etcher, not only engraving glass but giving it superb variation and depth. He made a handful of special pieces for Karl Springer’s showroom.
D: 9 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Superb pair of hand-thrown and painted ceramic table lamps, each with a colorful figural motif, on ebonized wood bases by Marcello Fantoni, Italian 1950's (signed). These are rare and important works by the artist. They are absolutely stunning in person. They have been newly rewired. Brass has been polished and lacquered. Bases have been refinished.
Dimensions for each as shown:
W: 9 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 27.5 inches
Shade W: 14 inches
Shade D: 8 inches
Shade H: 10 inches
Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered. They have been rewired with new sockets and silk cords with line switches. Bases newly refinished.
$7,500 for the pair
Ref: tablelamps448
Superbly crafted tall chest of drawers model M603 in mahogany with tapering legs and etched brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1950's (signed "CHARAK MODERN” on inside of drawer). The restrained elegance of this piece is classic Parzinger. Refinished by Lobel Modern.
W: 38 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 50 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been professionally refinished by Lobel Modern.
$12,000
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Rare and important 4 door "Chinois Cabinet" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with beautiful and subtle hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on the front left door). The interior is lacquered red and the shelves are trimmed in patinated bronze. A drawer on the left side of the interior is beautifully finished as only the LaVernes could do. This piece is a Shown in the environmental photo with an extremely rare LaVerne mirror.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this cabinet is shown on page 77 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. It is shown in the original advertisement from the 1980’s which states, “Hand sculptured in bronze and pewter, a cabinet inspired by French and Oriental love of nature. Whimsical scenes of birds, fishermen and flowers, enhanced by enamels. Buried in earth to achieve patinas of subtle beauty. A masterpiece of detail and simplicity - Signed - Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.”
W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 31.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: credenza124
Rare “Kuan Mirror” with interlocking cirlcle motif in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top with original gallery label on back). This pattern is meant to evoke something from the past. Mirrors by the LaVernes are rare. This is a superb example of the LaVernes’ artisanship and devotion to their craft.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this mirror is shown on page 80 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption below reads, “ The KUAN mirror with its interlocking circles pattern was created in the 1960s…the intricate Kuan motif…is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century”
W: 30 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 40 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large 2-tier "Tao Shelf" table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted colorful enamels on top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). The condition and coloration are superb. This is a wonderful example of the artisanship of Philip & Kelvin LaVerne.
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 58 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “Another variation of the TAO series is the TAO SHELF table that dates from the 1960s. The top is engraved with colors while the lower shelf showcases the LaVerne patina.”
Diam: 35.5 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Set of 4 iconic and rare dining/game chairs model 175A in sculpted walnut with upholstered seats and backs by Vladimir Kagan, American 1950's. These stunning chairs have been refinished and newly upholstered in light blue velvet. They are extremely comfortable.
Reference:
The Complete Kagan, Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design with forward by Tom Ford published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2004, this model is shown on pages 89, 106, 107, and 113. It is shown in the original catalog on page 265.
W: 18 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - these have been newly refinished and reupholstered in blue velvet by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Rare and important large "Waves Mirror" in intricately engraved patinated bronze and pewter with hand painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “P.K. LaVerne” on top and bottom of frame). This mirror retains the original LaVerne gallery label on the back. This scale of this mirror makes it truly impressive. Philip & Kelvin LaVerne were often inspired by nature. This superb mirror exemplifies the time consuming hand-crafting that each piece required: engraving, patinating and then hand-painting. It’s a testament to their devotion to the finest artisanship.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this mirror is shown on page 132 in the section titled The Abstract Series. Below the mirror is a discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne.
W: 36 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 48 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
ref: mirror317
Set of 4 "Regency Armchairs" in polished stainless steel with gold tinted brass back elements and black leather seats by Karl Springer, American 1980’s. The craftsmanship of this set of Regency Armchairs is off the charts. Considered one of Springer’s best chair designs, they are very chic. These are perfect as dining or game chairs.
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”.
W: 21 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 18 inches
Arm H: 26 inches
Condition: Very good - few small scratches in steel consistent with age and light use; some age and patina to black leather seats.
SOLD
Ref: diningchairs234
Magnificent ten arm chandelier in brass and black enamel with extensive decoration with strings of crystals attributed to Tommi Parzinger, American 1950's. This came from a home on Long Island that was decorated by Tommi Parzinger. This chandelier is very chic.
Diam: 35 inches
H: 36 inches overall
H: 28 inches body only
Can customize drop to spec.
Condition: Excellent
$18,000
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