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Philip & Kelvin LaVerne "Persephone Enslaved" Sculpture Table 1970s - Signed

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

Description
Rare and Important “Persephone Enslaved” cast sculpture in patinated bronze with green patina and welded chain elements on a patinated bronze base with custom glass top by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, American 1970's (signed “Philip K LaVerne” on base). The LaVernes were often inspired by Greek mytholoday. The myth of Persephone was one of Kelvin’s favorites. Cast sculptures were only done for a few years in the early 1970’s as they were laborious and expensive to produce.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this important sculpture is shown on page 160 in the section titled The Cast Series. On the same page is an in depth discussion of this work by Kelvin LaVerne. This work is also discussed in the introduction to the book.

Provenance:
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, New York
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Bronze, Glass - Hand Crafted
Condition:	Good. Excellent condition
Creation Date:	1970s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	coffeetable312
Incollect Reference #:	205304

Dimensions

W.	36 in;	H.	18 in;	D.	24 in;
W.	91.44 cm;	H.	45.72 cm;	D.	60.96 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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