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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Important Illuminated Bronze Sculptures ca 1970 (Signed)

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

Description
One-of-a-kind pair of large illuminated sculptures, “Grace and Harmony”, hand-brazed in bronze tones, one with green patina and the other highly textured, with complex tubular elements welded around them, by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American ca. 1970 (signed on bases “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne”). Philip & Kelvin LaVerne produced only these 2 illuminated sculptures and they believed the lighting in back and above created halos around them giving them a spiritual aura. On the backs are the original fluorescent fixtures which was commonly used in the 1970’s. On top are 2 bulbs on each (one in the white orb and the other recessed in the open top). These artworks were called “functional sculptures” by the LaVernes and these are two of the absolute best.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these 2 important works are shown on page 178 in the section The Brazed Series with an in depth description by Kelvin LaVerne on the same page. They are also discussed in the introduction to the book and in the Preface by Kelvin LaVerne.

Provenance:
The Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, these 2 important works are shown on page 178 in the section The Brazed Series with an in depth description by Kelvin LaVerne on the same page. They are also...
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Milk Glass - Hancrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1970s
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	floorlamp177
Incollect Reference #:	761919

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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.