- 16
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
- "Bathers" Cabinet
- with molded signatures
- patinated bronze and pewter with painted oak interior drawers and shelves with bronze detailing
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Thence by descent
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. The surface of the sideboard with nimor surface scratches and rubbing to the finish. The unevenness of the surface to the top was intentional in the design. The patination of the figural doors is also slightly uneven, which was also inherent in the design. The patination extends from the background to the figures with irregularity. The green patination was applied last. The interior of the entire piece is green with bronze detailing. The far proper right and left compartments open to reveal a fixed shelf and small drawer. The central compartment with two adjustable shelves with the eight original shelf pins. The "Bathers" series is extremely rare and the overall construction and detailing to this piece makes it as one of the expressive pieces in their retail line.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Philip and his eldest son, Kelvin, developed a unique approach to bronze furniture design. The LaVerne family came from a strong background of furniture designers, including Philip's brother, Erwine and his wife, Estelle, whose work is also featured in this catalogue (lot 94). The "Bathers" cabinet was originally designed to be accompanied with a mirror depicting waves, which complemented the swimming figures on the doors. There is believed to have been only one or two examples of this design executed.