Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Commissioned from the artist for a Private Collection, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Overall in very good condition. A rare table by the artist with a minimalist decorative scheme to the top surface. When viewed firsthand, the colors are slightly less saturated than in the catalogue illustration. The top of the table with a shiny lacquer finish that appears original to the design. The finish one area of loss to the measuring approximately 3 x 2 inches that appears the result of a tape application, which is visible in the catalogue illustration to the left of the catalogue photograph. The table top with a few minor surface scratches, edge abrasions, and light discolorations. The top with one ring-shaped discoloration to the top measuring 3 inches in diameter. The feet with a few minor surface scratches and abrasions, consistent with use. The brass elements with some minor discoloration consistent with the natural aging process of the material. The table with wonderful scale and retains the original vibrant signature applied coloration of the turquoise and corals if the artist. The subtle decorative scheme of this table is in wonderful contrast to the naturalistic reference of the leg form. A rare table model to appear on the auction market. ---
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