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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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Chic hand-made artisan console table in lacquered tessellated brown, amber, cream and black horn, custom design from Colombia for the American market, 1970's. This piece is beautifully made and would make any room.
Dimensions:
W: 54 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been professionally cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Exceptional pair of "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" tables, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant orange, blue, and green hand-painted enamels and torched bronze effect tops by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” and “PK LaVerne” on side of each). Because of the unique shapes of these pieces, they cross over into sculpture. These are both in excellent condition with wonderful coloration.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these tables are shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on page 71. The caption reads, “ The LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES date from the 1960s. The unusually shaped tables with engraved scenes and colorful hand-painted enamels on the sides are considered sculptures. The tops are burnished bronze…”
Dimensions for each
D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Stunning and iconic “Chan” painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant blue, green and orange hand-painted enamels and gold and copper leaf by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The Chinese scene depicted in this series is captivating, and the coloration of this piece is superb.
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 motif is discussed in the introduction and examples of Chan paintings are shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on pages 52-53. 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.”
Diam: 35.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
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"Kuan Su" painting in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-applied blue enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “P+K LaVerne” on bottom of frame). This design incorporates the Kuan (interlocking circles) motif which is supposed to evoke something from the past. It’s a beautiful 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 Kuan Su design is shown on page 81 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series. The caption reads, “The floral design, a theme the LaVernes came back to over and over, is engraved along with the intricate Kuan motif (interlocking circles), which is meant to evoke Chinoiserie decor from the 18th century.“
Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.
W: 18 inches
D: 1 inch
H: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Rare "Viola" coffee table, in patinated and pierced bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels and glass top by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960s. Signed on top by “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”. The negative space was cut out by Kelvin’s hand. The shadows cast from this musically inspired coffee table are supposed to represent notes floating through the air. The glass top is an integral part of the design of the table. The hand-cut fretwork is truly a marvel.
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 134 in the section titled The Abstract Series . On the same page underneath this work is an in-depth discussion of it by Kelvin LaVerne.
W: 39 inches
D: 35 inches
H: 17 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Early rare painting of a Greek mythology scene with Medusa and warriors on patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1959 (signed in 2 places and dated). Philip and Kelvin LaVerne studied past civilization and their arts and mythologies. They often drew inspiration from them. This is one of the earliest designs by Kelvin LaVerne.
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 43.5 inches
D: 0.5 inches
H: 12.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Exquisitely crafted table lamp in polished brass with solid thick lucite disc and superb mounted sea shell in the manner of Karl Springer, American 1970's. Brass has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered. Newly rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord. New lampshade.
Dimensions:
Diam: 7 inches
H: 26.5 inches
Shade Diam: 13 inches
Shade H: 10 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered; Rewired by Lobel Modern with new sockets and silk cord.
$4,500
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"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne”). The background of this piece is patinated pewter and the piece is trimmed in patinated bronze. The colorful green, blue and yellow enamels used for the horses are stunning.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this design is shown on page 91 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series with the caption from the original LaVerne catalog, “Ming horses gambol across a field of textured bronze (pewter). Their sturdy forms are enhanced by the brilliance of enamel cloisonne colorings.“
W: 24 inches
D: 1 inches
H: 48 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Unique Impressionist painting "Last Tango in Paris" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne, sculptured bronze frame and original picture light incorporated into the design by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960’s (signed “Philip Kelvin Laverne” on painting - see photo). The hand-brazed sculptured frame that is part of this work adds to its dynamism. The incorporated light in patinated bronze which hangs parallel to the top is fantastic. The LaVernes experimented with asymmetry in several works.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, other assymetrical engraved paintings are shown on pages 248-249 in the section The Paintings .
W: 33 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 40 inches
Depth of Picture Light: 7 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Large abstract painting "Rainforest" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with deep green and blue enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (signed “Philip. Kelvin LaVerne” on front). The LaVernes experimented with abstract paintings. This one is quite spectacular. There was also a cast coffee table which was inspired by the rainforest. The deep greens and blues are breathtaking against the dark bronze tones.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, abstract engraved paintings are discussed in the introduction and shown in the section The Paintings on pages 260-261.
W: 35 inches
H: 70 inches
D: 2 inches
Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
Condition: Excellent
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Stunning 4 door hand-crafted credenza in lacquered tessellated brown, amber, cream, and black horn with brass trim made in Colombia for the American market, 1970s. The doors open to 8 shelves and two drawers. The curved edges of this piece are very sexy. A beautiful piece in any interior.
Dimensions:
W: 69 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 31 inches
Condition: Excellent - this piece has been professionally cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern.
$15,000
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Unique wall mounted console table in bronze resin by Paul Evans, American 1975 (signed "PE75" on side). This console was purchased by the original owner together with an Evans’ bronze resin and burl mirror from Paul Evans’ studio. They remained in her home (see photo) until purchased by Lobel Modern., The mirror is available in a separate listing.
Reference:
Paul Evans Design & Sculptor by Jeffrey Head, published by Schiffer in 2012, pages 86 through 92 shows various bronze resin pieces.
W: 60 inches
D: 13.5 inches
H: 7.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
$15,000
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Beautifully crafted pedestal in lacquered goatskin with chamfered corners by Karl Springer, American 1970's (signed with early leather “KARL SPRINGER LTD” label on bottom). It is streamlined, stunning, and exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive, there is a print advertisement for Karl Springer from the 1980s prominently featuring this model pedestal in a color photograph of a foyer scene.
Dimensions:
W: 12.5 inches
D: 12.5 inches
H: 42 inches
Condition: Excellent
$6,500
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Long bench in chrome plated steel with woven black leather straps by Erwine and Estelle Laverne for Laverne International, American 1960's. This bench is beautifully made and super chic.
W: 75 inches
D: 21 inches
H: 14 inches
Condition: Excellent - leather has been cleaned and polished.
$8,500
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Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube", with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with hand-painted enamels by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on side). This work has a torched bronze effect top. This iconic LaVerne table is a work of art.
Reference:
”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog published in the 1970’s, on page 37 there are three photos of this model table with the title “Lo Ta Hexagonal Cubes”. In the back of the catalog is a description which reads: “LO TA HEXAGONAL CUBES—Created in a limited edition, a trio of functional sculptures, each having an Oriental design sculpted on all sides. Burnished functional bronze surfaces complete the sculptures. “
D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Pair of Neoclassical urn-shaped table lamps, silver-plated with open backs and tops, by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier, Heritage Silver collection, American 1940s. These lamps are incredibly stylish.
W: 6.5 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 19 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Superbly crafted bar cabinet in walnut with satinwood inlays, engraved bronze pulls, Chinese red lacquered interior and original automatic interior light by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed “Parzinger Originals” in drawer). The interior has mirrored panels and includes two glass shelves and the original light at back of the bottom shelf. Below are two drawers and a bottom cabinet with four compartments. The design of this cabinet is incredibly sophisticated . It is a jewel box inside and out.
Dimensions:
D: 18 inches
W: 38 inches closed / 76 inches with doors extended
H: 56.5 inches
Condition: Very good - some patina to bronze pulls.
$25,000
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"Centurion Desk" in black lacquer with 3 drawers, elegant bronze pulls and sabots, and leather top by Lobel Originals.
W: 72.5 inches
D: 30.5 inches
H: 29.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Desk in mirror polished Macassar ebony with handcrafted stainless steel pulls and accents and inset leather top by Evan Lobel for Lobel Originals. This can be made to any size and configuration. We customize each one to spec. Lead time 12-14 weeks.
W: 84 inches
D: 48 inches
H: 30 inches
Condition: New
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Superb "T’ang Boucher” Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with green patina and ribbon legs by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on table top with original paper gallery label on bottom). The rich hues and jewel tones of this table are magnificent. The green patina was added by the LaVernes to give the table a sense of antiquity.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this motif is shown in the section on Historical Civilizations on pages 67-69. The Boucher shape of this table is shown on pages 44-45 with the caption, “The French ribbon legs on this model make it a standout.”
W: 60.5 inches
D: 31.5 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
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