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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table 1960

Creator: Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Offered by: Venfield

Description
From the Historical Civilization Series depicting the past civilizations of China, Greece, and Egypt, Chan is among the most recognized motifs in the artistry of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne. Also applied to console, side and tea tables, the Chan motif which tells the story of Chinese peasants bringing a sacred gift to the Emperor's child was most often seen in full on coffee tables. Here the tale is retold in intricately carved, patinated bronze and pewter relief and adorned with hand painted, brightly colored enamels. The piece bares LaVernes sought after signature patina, the result of chemical reactions that occurred when the bronze and pewter works were buried in a proprietary blend of soils kept in the basement of their workroom. This treatment, completely unique to their work, resulted in the rich, aged patina that defines the art of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze,Enamel,Pewter,Wood,Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The enamel paint remains vibrant and the images in relief remain in sharp detail and have not been worn down, scratched or marred.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	744373

Dimensions

H.	17.5 in;	Diam.	40 in;
H.	44.45 cm;	Diam.	101.6 cm;

Message from Seller:

Venfield is a furniture and lighting gallery on the Upper East Side of NYC. The Venfield collection consists of dramatic "made to order" chandeliers and sconces as well as finely crafted, custom made case pieces.