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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Superb Scroll Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)

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

Description
Unique “Chinese Dance” Scroll Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with stunning hand-painted jewel tone enamels in blue and green with orange, red, gold and copper leaf highlights by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (Signed “Philip + Kelvin LaVerne” on top.) This table was bent into shape by hand and is a tour-de-force of design. It is truly magnificent. This motif was also called “Marriage Whirl”.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this table is shown in an original ad on page 67 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “The MARRIAGE WHIRL coffee table, the star of a 1970s advertisement, is extraordinary. It was bent into shape by hand to obtain its unique scroll shape.”

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, this table is shown in an original ad on page 67 in the section titled Historical Civilization Series . The caption reads, “The MARRIAGE WHIRL coffee table...
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Pewter, Gold Leaf, Copper Leaf, Enamels, Wood - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	coffeetable465
Incollect Reference #:	761949

Dimensions

W.	53 in;	H.	15 in;	D.	22 in;
W.	134.62 cm;	H.	38.1 cm;	D.	55.88 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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