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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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Sculptural desk chair in teak with upholstered seat and back by Finn Juhl (Denmark) for Baker & Co, American 1950's. This desk chair is extremely comfortable.
W: 22 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 32.5 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent - Completely refinished and reupholstered in gray ultrasuede.
SOLD
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"Souffle Ottoman" newly reupholstered with bronze base and hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bronze has been cleaned and polished. Last photo shows ottoman with original fabric.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”
W: 24 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - Ottoman has been newly reupholstered and the bronze base was professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished brass stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer” on front of stretcher). Brass has been polished and lacquered and newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 11 is a photo of this model bench titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH [page] 11”
W: 35 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent - Brass has been polished and lacquered and seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Pair of rare "Lighthouse Table Lamps" in exquisite blue-gray shagreen with polished nickel bases and shades by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Karl Springer only worked with the most luxurious materials. The color of the shagreen is stunning.
Diam of Base: 5 inches
H: 23.5 inches
Diam of shade: 10 inches
Shade H: 3.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been replated in nickel and lacquered, and the lamps have been rewired with new silk cords. All restoration done by Lobel Modern.
$12,000 for the pair
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Beautifully made wall-hanging rectangular mirror with impressive looped and woven rattan frame, Italian 1960's. This mirror is very chic and would enhance any interior. This mirror can hang vertically (as shown) or horizontally.
W: 28 inches
D: 4.5 inches
H: 39.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Set of 8 elegant upholstered dining chairs model (2 arm chairs model No. 4196 and 6 side chairs model No. 4195), legs and arms in dark Pacific walnut with beautifully curved backs, by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, Paldao Group, American 1940's. The front legs are conical and taper. The back legs have a gentle curve. These are the best of Rohde and are extremely comfortable. They have been completely redone by Lobel Modern - wood has been refinished; newly upholstered in a gorgeous textured velvet.
Reference:
Gilbert Rohde Modern Furniture Design, Herman Miller 1940 Catalog & Supplement published by Schiffer in 1998, both side chair and arm chair models are shown on page 122.
Dimensions for each:
Armchair W: 24 inches
Side Chair W: 22 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Arm H: 25 inches
Condition: Excellent - refinished and newly reupholstered in textured velvet.
SOLD
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Pair of stunning side/bedside cabinets, one with the “Fantasia” motif and the other with the “Etruscan Spiral” motif in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with two doors each and interiors in orange velvet. by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (Signed “Philip K LaVerne” on side of both.) These cabinets were usually done with a Chinese motif. This pair with their complementary abstract designs is extremely rare.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, works with the ETRUSCAN SPIRAL motif are shown on pages 124-127 in the section on The Abstract Series. This series is discussed in the introduction to the book. the FANTASIA motif is also 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…”
Dimensions for each:
W: 20 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Beautifully crafted "Polaris Desk Chair" in celadon, gold and red fabric with floral motif and mahogany legs by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This chair is very elegant and extremely comfortable.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 20 is a photo of this model titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD POLARIS…CHAIR (page) 20”.
W: 20 inches
D: 23.5 inches
H: 35 inches
Seat H: 20 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pedestal model 6302A in natural olive burl with hinged door and interior cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, American 1963. Comes with original D key. Original paper label on bottom reads “Dunbar Furniture Corporation” with original pedigree details.
Diam: 16 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Unique wall sculpture in Hydro Stone plaster with bronze frame depicting the myth of Leda and the Swan by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “PK LaVerne” on frame). Leda and the Swan is a Greek myth which the LaVernes revisited with several different works. In the myth, Zeus transforms himself into a beautiful swan and seduces Leda who he is in love with. This work is loosely based on a painting done by Michelangelo in 1530. The LaVernes were very knowledgeable about art history and had a deep fascination with historical cultures. It’s a stunning work of art.
Reference: Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this artwork is shown in the section OTHER MATERIALS on page 229. The caption reads, “THE LEDA AND THE SWAN wall sculpture was crafted in the 1970s in patinated Hyrdo Stone plaster with a patinated bronze frame. This work is based pm Michelangelo’s painting of Leda and the Swan from 1530.”
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 21.5 inches
D: 2 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent - new felt and wire hanger on back
SOLD
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Rolling desk chair with in lucite with newly upholstered seat and sculptural aluminum base, American 1970's. Seat has been newly upholstered in a beautiful textured gray velvet. Lucite has been cleaned and polished. This chair is both comfortable and very chic.
W: 17 inches
D: 19.5 inches
H: 32 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly reupholstered. A few light scratches on base.
SOLD
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Unique and exceptional "Free Form Coffee Table" in tessellated black marble with brass trim at base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed “Karl Springer - Hand Made in the Philippines”). What makes this table absolutely remarkable is that in the center of the top there is a round focal piece around which the entire table top is constructed - all the pieces on the top are curved and radiate to the edges. The artisanship and materials of this Free Form are superb. The Free Form Tables are among Springer’s most iconic designs.
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: 50 inches
D: 33.5 inches
H: 14.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Sculpted side table in polished brass with polished onyx top with natural edge, custom design, American 1970's. This artisan side table is beautifully made and incredibly chic.
W: 23 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Wall-hanging mirror with carved and gilded frame, American 1950's
H: 35 inches
W: 22 inches
D: 2.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Rare and important "Kuan Yin Console Table" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne which adds depth to the colors by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on top). This console is absolutely magnificent.
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 in the section on Historical Civilizations on page 82. The caption reads, ”The KUAN YIN console table dates from the 1970s. In Buddhism, Kuan Yin is synonymous with the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, the pinnacle of mercy, compassion, kindness and love. The three engraved and hand-painted vignettes on the top exemplify these qualities.”
W: 54 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 32 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition
SOLD
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"Bauhaus Dining Table" in lacquered gray goatskin in a boxed pattern by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This is one of Springer’s most beautiful table designs. The craftsmanship is superb. A Karl Springer work of art.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Conference and Dining Tables”, on page 3 there is a photo of the same model with the title “BAUHAUS DINING TABLE”
Dimensions:
W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$35,000
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Rare Lucite “Cabuchon Floor Lamp" with embedded cord, polished solid stainless steel cap and chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1982. Karl Springer did stunning solid Lucite pieces, each beautifully finished in every way. Lucite has been cleaned and polished. Metal has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new foot switch and sockets. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Dimensions:
H: 60 inches adjustable +- 3 inches
Diam: 12 inches
Shade D: 24 inches
Shade H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent - Small marks on the bottom of Lucite base. Metal has been polished and lacquered. Newly rewired with new foot switch and sockets.
SOLD
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Sculptured metal dining table model No. PE 102 in bronze composite with thick glass top by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1969. Signed and dated “P.E. 69” near the bottom of the base. This iconic dining table is a wonderful example of Paul Evans’ unique sculptural designs.
Dimensions
Base:
W: 68 inches
D: 25 inches
H: 28 inches
Glass Top:
W: 96 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 1 inch
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and exceptional set of 8 dining chairs model 314 with base in ivory lacquered mahogany with upholstered seats and backs in cream ultrasuede by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Original, American 1979. This design was a special order and is so noted on the original invoice. These are not only stunning, they are extremely comfortable.
Reference:
Comes with original purchase invoice from 1979 with photo of this model.
Dimensions for each:
W: 17.5 inches
D: 20.5 inches
H: 37 inches
Seat H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Pair of hand-blown glass pendants with multicolor murrhines and silver foil by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1950's. These pendants have been fully rewired and affixed with a new brass chain, adjustable to your preferred length.
Reference:
AVEM Arte Vetraria Muranese, Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, Arnoldsche Press in 2020, shows an archival photo on page 222 of a floor lamp with a similar glass shade in the same technique with murrhines and silver foil.
Glass Shades:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 12 inches
Current Chain Length: 4 feet / customizable to whatever drop you need.
Condition: Excellent - Pendants have been rewired
SOLD
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