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Paul Evans Important "Sculpture Front Cabinet" 1979

Creator: Paul Evans
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Rare and important “Sculpture Front Cabinet” in welded and patinated steel, color pigments, 24 karat gold leaf, painted wood with original granite top by Paul Evans, American 1979. This piece comes with the original invoice from The Paul Evans Studio showing a drawing of this piece. On the invoice it states: "No slate. Oxidation to emphasize coloration of granite sample." It is a unique piece. Coloration is superb. This is a rare master work by Paul Evans.

Reference:
Constance Kimmerle, Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism, published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, a similar example is shown on pages 162 & 163, Cabinet (Forged-Front), 1964.

Adam Lindemann, Collecting Design, Cologne, 2010, pp. 172-173 (for a related sideboard from the “Sculpture Front” series)

Jeffrey Head, Paul Evans: Designer & Sculptor, Atglen, PA, 2012, pp. 40-41 (for a related cabinet from the series)

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Constance Kimmerle, Paul Evans, Crossing Boundaries and Crafting Modernism, published by Arnoldsche Art Publishers in 2014, a similar example is shown on pages 162 & 163, Cabinet (Forged-Front), 1964. Adam Lindemann, Collecting Design, Cologne, 2010, pp. 172-173 (for a related...
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Steel, Color Pigments, 24-Karat Gold Leaf, Granite, Wood - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1979
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Brutalist, Studio Craft, Collectible Design
Dealer Reference #:	cabinet49
Incollect Reference #:	759118

Dimensions

W.	84 in;	H.	19.5 in;	D.	18 in;
W.	213.36 cm;	H.	49.53 cm;	D.	45.72 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.