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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Horses Plaque" with Colorful Enamels 1960s (Signed)

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

Description
"Horses Plaque" in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with colorful hand-painted enamel cloisonne horses by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed). 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 in the section titled Historical Civilizations Series on page 91 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.“

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	.
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Pewter, Wood, Enemals - Hand Crafted, Hand Painted
Condition:	Good. Excellent Condition
Creation Date:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Post Impressionism, Expressionism, Color
Catalog References:	”Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Sculpture III”, paper catalog published in the 1960’s, this painted wall sculpture is on page 38 titled, “Horses Plaque“.
Dealer Reference #:	sculpture191
Incollect Reference #:	671010

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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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