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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "La Famille" Sculpture Art Installation 1970s (Signed)

Creator: Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
One-of-a-kind life size art installation, "La Famille", with cast and patinated bronze sculptures of father, mother and daughter holding a patinated and engraved bronze and pewter table top, incorporating an abstract painting with enamel cloisonne, by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970s (signed twice: “Philip+Kelvin LaVerne” on edge of table top, and “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” in colored part of table top). The solid bronze sculptures were attained via lost wax process which is extremely difficult with works of this size and complexity. As stated by Kelvin LaVerne discussing this unique work, “We only made one of these. “La Famille” is a sculpture of a typical family in which their love for each other is expressed in a quiet and subtle manner rather than a picture of them embracing.” It’s the celebration of the a family which enjoys every moment of being together. This work was a unique art installation which resided in their gallery. A photo of this work in the Seymour Gallery section of the LaVerne gallery is shown in this listing. Only the finest artworks were exhibited in the Seymour 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 important sculpture installation is discussed in the introduction and is shown on pages 148-149 in the section titled The Cast Series. On those same pages is an in depth discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Pewter, Multicolor Enamels - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1970s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Patterns:	Handmade, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	sculpture196
Incollect Reference #:	672018

Dimensions

W.	96 in;	H.	69 in;	D.	54 in;
W.	243.84 cm;	H.	175.26 cm;	D.	137.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.

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