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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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Exceptional large table lamp in travertine with vertical chrome accents, Italian 1960's. This lamp is a beautiful combination of materials.
Dimensions:
W: 8 inches
D: 8 inches
H: 33 inches
Shade W: 16 inches
Shade D: 16 inches
Shade H: 11.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare and early open-sided table in oak with artisan ceramic tiles inset in top by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, American, c.1950 (signed on bottom “Kagan-Dreyfuss New York. A Vladimir Kagan Design”.) Kagan incorporated hand-made ceramic tiles by Alexandra Kasuba in some of his early designs. They are works of art and their collaboration was a great success.
Reference:
The Complete Kagan: A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design, Kagan by Vladimir Kagan with forward by Tom Ford, pg. 56 illustrates other Kagan pieces of the same period with Alexandra Kasuba hand-made ceramic tiles.
W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 22 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Kuan Su" side table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with floral motif and vibrant blue enamels by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed twice - on front “Philip Kelvin Laverne”. On top “PK LaVerne”.) The table base is architectural and masterful. The condition and the coloration of this table are exceptional.
Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this model table 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.“
W: 18 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition
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Tailored pair of upholstered "Souffle Ottomans” with bases in seamlessly welded polished brass with hidden castors by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Newly upholstered in beige chenille fabric by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered. The pair are both comfortable and stunning.
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”
Dimensions for each:
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Bases have been cleaned, polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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Pair of "T Chairs" in stainless steel with brown leather sling seats and backs by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, American 1950's. New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.
W: 23
H: 31.5
D: 22
Seat H: 16.5
Condition: Excellent, New hand-stitched leather sling seats fabricated by Lobel Modern.
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Pair of solid lucite table lamps with octagonal sections separated by cylindrical sections with chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970's. As with all Springer’s pieces, these are beautifully made.
Diam: 6 inches
H: 30.5 inches (adjusts with riser to make them higher or shorter)
Shade 16 inch diameter x 12 inches high
Condition: Very good
SOLD
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Sculptural coffee table, with hoof motif, in brass and brushed steel with glass top, American 1960's
W: 42 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 18.5 inches
SOLD
Condition: Excellent
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Iconic "J.M.F. Side Table" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The artisanship of this piece is superb. Marrying fine materials with sublime forms is what made Karl Springer famous.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks and consoles”, on page 6 there is a photo of the console table version of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. SANDSTONE CONSOLE (page) 6”
W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 24.5 inches
Condition: Excellent - this table has been cleaned and polished.
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Stunning large hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with abstract animal motif in delicate colors by Guido Gambone, Italy 1950's (signed “Gambone” on bottom with donkey). This is one of the largest and most beautiful Guido Gambone ceramic lamps we have seen. It’s really incredible. This lamp has been rewired with silk cord and metal has been replated with a bronze finish.
Dimensions as shown:
Ceramic Body Diam: 8.5 inches
Ceramic Body H: 18.5 inches
H: 31.5 (Height adjustable from 30 inches to 35 inches)
Shade Diam: 16 inches
Shade H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition with no cracks or chips. Rewired with new silk cord and replated bronze bulb assembly.
SOLD
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Stunning "Lo Ta Hexagonal Cube" table, with sides in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamels in red, orange, yellow, blue, and green by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on side). Retains original Philip LaVerne Collection paper tag on bottom. The top has a torched bronze effect. This table is a superb example with vibrant colors.
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 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…”
D: 10 inches
H: 16 inches
W: 18 inches
Condition: Excellent
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Set of 4 "Dumas Chairs" in sculpted thick lucite by Boris Tabacoff for MMM, (Moblier Modulaire Moderne), France, 1970’s. Custom contoured gray ultra suede cushions by Lobel Modern. This chair is a tour de force of design - each chair is made from a single sheet of lucite which is molded and cut. They are super chic.
W: 18.5 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 33 inches
Seat H: 19.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Large and impressive etagere in tessellated walnut burl with inset bronze glass shelves by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1973 (Retains original chrome Paul Evans signature plate which reads, “An Original Paul Evans”). This model etagere is quite rare. It is designed so that if you remove the lower glass shelf the wood table top can be used as a writing desk.
W: 48 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 84 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored.
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Rare extension dining table with hand-forged bronze base with engraved brass accents and top in mahogany with satinwood inlays by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950s. The base for this dining table was a custom order and the design is magnificent. This dining table has 2 leaves. It has been refinished.
Dimensions as shown:
W: 84 inches / 126 inches with both extensions
D: 48 inches
H: 28.5 inches
Reference:
The top of this table can be found in the Parzinger Originals Inc paper catalog from the 1960’s with a drawing of this top on the left side of the second row of a page of various furniture models with the model “#161” written underneath. Hand forged bronze table base was a custom order and is not located in a catalog of production pieces.
Condition: Excellent - top has been refinished. Patina to bronze consistent with age.
SOLD
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Rare and unique sculptured faceted mirror in bronze resin and walnut burl by Paul Evans, American 1975. Comes with original cleat marked “PE - 908.” We have not seen any other mirror like this one. The original owner purchased this with a wall-mount Paul Evans bronze resin console which is signed “PE 75”. The wall-mount console is available for purchase separately. Photo of this mirror and the bronze resin console together in the original owner’s home is in the Lobel Modern archive.
W: 34.5 inches
D: 3.5 inches
H: 40.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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"Bristol Coffee Table" in dark brown lacquered goatskin with ivory goatskin sabots by Karl Springer, American ca 1990 (signed on bottom). This coffee table is beautifully made and very elegant.
W: 42 inches
D: 30 inches
H: 16.5 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Striking pair of rare large round "Souffle Ottomans" with polished solid seamlessly welded brass bases and hidden castors with zebra printed pony skin by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The craftsmanship is superb. New wheels added by Lobel Modern. These were typically made square; this pair was a custom order. Metal has been cleaned, polished and lacquered.
Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “seating”, on page 14 is a photo of a squre Souffle Ottoman titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD SOUFFLE OTTOMAN (page) 14”
Dimensions for each:
Diam: 33 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent - Metal has been professionally cleaned, polished and lacquered.
SOLD
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Exceptional "Parsons Style Game Table" in dark gray embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1986 (signed and dated on bottom “Karl Springer 1986”). The craftsmanship of this table is superb. With its clean lines and beautiful color, this table is very elegant.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with a backgammon board with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.
W: 36 inches
D: 36 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - Newly re-lacquered by Lobel Modern.
SOLD
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Rare high back "Luxus Executive Chair" model 7016 with molded lucite arms and tufted butterscotch leather with tilt antique bronze base by Vladimir Kagan, American 1970's (signed “Handmade in the workshops of Vladimir Kagan - Vladimir Kagan Designs, New York” on underside of seat). This chair is stunning and extremely comfortable with its molded back design.
Reference:
Vladimir Kagan 1979-1980 Catalogue, section titled “Chairs 5”, on page 35 is an entry for this model titled “Luxus Executive Chair” with the description “High back contoured biscuit sewn back; polyfoam and dacron over rubber webbing. Tilt-swivel… pedestal base on castors available in polished chrome, satin brass or antique bronze. …”
W: 29 inches
D: 33 inches
H: 45 inches
SH: 20 inches - adjustable
Condition: Excellent - Some wear to original leather consistent with age. Original leather cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern
SOLD
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Magnificent hand-blown glass vase in white glass with translucent colorful sections and symmetrically placed rods in red, green, yellow and blue that connect the sections by Anzolo Fuga for Arte Vetraria Muranese (A.V.E.M.), Murano Italy, 1955-56. The scale and artisanship of this vase is impressive. Anzolo Fuga was the master stained glass maker on Murano and his pieces often incorporate mesmerizing colorful “windows”.
Reference:
Anzolo Fuga, Murano Glass Artist by Rosa Barovier-Mentasti, Acanthus Press 2005, a general description of the Multicolor Rods and Murrine series (1955-60) is on page 41. A similar model vase can be seen in the color photograph on page 46 with the caption, “Vase with Multicolor Rods, 1955.”
Arte Vetraria Muranese - Artistic Production 1932-1972 by Marc Heiremans, Arnoldsche , on page 90 is a color photograph of a a similar model vase accompanied by the original drawing by Anzolo Fuga from the A.V.E.M. archives. The caption reads, “Anzolo Fuga, A canne, c. 1956, model 13523.“ On page 88 is a color photograph of another similar model with the caption, “Anzolo Fuga, A canne, c. 1956.”
Provenance:
Evan Lobel purchased this piece directly from A.V.E.M. in 2001 as part of a large collection of art glass pieces stored there from the 1940’s, 1950’s and 60’s.
W: 8 inches
D: 6 inches
H: 16 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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Rare “Gladiator” painting, with victorious Roman gladiator standing over his defeated foe, in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with enamel cloisonne by Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960 (signed and dated “Kelvin LaVerne 1960” on the back). This is one of Kelvin LaVerne’s earliest works. The background is intentionally textured to give this work extra dimension. The lion on the gladiator’s shield is a beautiful touch. This is a small masterpiece.
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 244 in the section titled THE PAINTINGS. The caption reads, “GLADIATOR is a painting on bronze and pewter, engraved with enamel cloisonne, which was created by Kelvin LaVerne in 1960.”
Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne
W: 10.5 inches
D: 1.5 inches
H: 12 inches
Condition: Excellent
SOLD
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