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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "The Embrace" Mirror 1970's Signed

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

Description
Extremely rare and Important “L’Etreinte” or “The Embrace” hand-brazed sculpture mirror in patinated bronze with sculptural design and beveled mirror by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” on lower right). According to Kelvin, only a few of these were made so they are very rare.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this mirror is shown on page 217 in the section titled The Brazed Series . Below the photo there is commentary about this piece by Kelvin LaVerne.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, New York
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Mirror - Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Excellent condition
Creation Date:	1970s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	mirror290
Incollect Reference #:	859484

Dimensions

W.	41 in;	H.	48 in;	D.	2 in;
W.	104.14 cm;	H.	121.92 cm;	D.	5.08 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.