Untitled (Blue), Alchemy Series, Vintage Cibachrome Print
By Lyle Ashton Harris
Located in Surfside, FL
Education Whitney Museum Independent Study Program, 1992 National Graduate Photography Seminar, Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, 1991 Master of Fine Arts, California In...
Photographic Paper, C Print
Alchimie des Philosophes The Angel of Alchemy
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Hollywood, FL
ARTIST: Salvador Dali TITLE: Alchimie des Philosophes The Angel of Alchemy MEDIUM: Etching on parchment paper SIGNED: Hand Signed PUBLISHER: Art et Valeur, Paris EDITION NUMBER...
Etching
Salvador Dalí -- L'Ange de l'Alchimie ( The Angel of Alchemy )
By Salvador Dalí
Located in BRUCE, ACT
Salvador Dalí L'Ange de l'Alchimie (The Angel of Alchemy) from Alchimie des Philosophes, 1976 Drypoint and lithograph on parchment Hand signed and Edition 179 / 225 Sheet size 77 x...
Drypoint, Lithograph
$3,600
Jules Perahim Surrealism Oil Painting on Paper Romanian French Surrealist Figure
Located in Surfside, FL
Perahim has been exhibited on numerous occasions in group exhibitions at prestigious museums including museum of fun organized by Asahi Shimbun, tokyo, Japan 1984; art and Alchemy, b...
Paper, Oil
Max Ernst, The Hundred Headless Woman, from XXe Siecle, 1958
By Max Ernst
Located in Southampton, NY
Today, XXe Siecle remains an essential record of 20th century modernism, celebrated for its seamless integration of fine art, literature, and design. About the Artist: Max Ernst (18...
Lithograph
The People March - Etching by Placido Scandurra - 1979
By Placido Scandurra
Located in Roma, IT
From the intense study of Jung's theories and Eastern cultures, the artist has a strong interest in the esoteric spiritual world that leads him to create works of art of an alchemica...
Etching
The Bat (Pipistrello) - Etching by P. Scandurra - 1976
By Placido Scandurra
Located in Roma, IT
From the intense study of Jung's theories and Eastern cultures, the artist has a strong interest in the esoteric spiritual world that leads him to create works of art of an alchemica...
Etching
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "The Embrace" Mirror 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
According to Kelvin, only a few of these were made so they are very rare. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, publish...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Collage "Broken Heart" 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This intricately pieced-together figure is captivating and gives beautiful depth to the collage. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Leda and the Swan" Wall Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It’s a stunning work of art. Provenance: From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne Reference: Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvi...
Copper
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne " Creation of Man " Double Pedestal Bronze Coffee Table
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in St. Louis, MO
Alchemy: The Art of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne is a comprehensive testament to the importance of these artist-designers who brought history, craftsmanship, and innovation into convers...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Important and Unique Dining Table 1960's (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is a LaVerne masterpiece. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, pages 11...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Arabesque Sculpture in Bronze 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It’s a stunning piece. Reference ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this sculpture is ...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique "Caribbean" Painting on Bronze 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It’s a spectacular work of art. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this wor...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Large "Rainforest" Painting on Bronze 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The deep greens and blues are breathtaking against the dark bronze tones. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, publish...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Stunning "Ming 133" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Its architectural base beautifully compliments the elegant top, and the overall effect of this table is mesmerizing. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE writte...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Stunning "Etruscan Spiral" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is a LaVerne work of art. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, the Etr...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Fragonard Pierced" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It’s a masterpiece of artisanship. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this ...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Odyssey" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kelvin LaVerne wrote a long recollection and description about this piece featured in the book below. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobe...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Rare Acid-Etched, Patinated Brass, "Chan Li" Cabinet by Philip & Kelvin Laverne
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Montreal, QC
., New York, n.d., pp. 3, 50. Alchemy, The Art of Philip and Kelvin Laverne, by Evan Lobel, p.29, 51, 77, T.
Brass
Philip and Kelvin Laverne Unique "Chinois Table" 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This could be used as a dining table, a writing desk or a center table. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Philip & Kelvin Laverne Iconic Pair of "Chinois Plaques", 1960s, 'Signed'
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The delicately engraved scenes are exquisite. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in ...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Bronze Painting "Rhapsody #1" 1972 (Signed and Dated)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this painting is shown on page 257 in the...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Stunning Bronze "Shang Ti" End Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Chicago, IL
It has a stunning still life motif with vases and flowers. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Point...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Giacometti's Soul" Sculpture 1980s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This sculpture was typically free standing - this is the only example mounted on a base which gives it a sense of grandeur. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERN...
Bronze, Enamel
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Tower of Babel" Engraved Painting 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The color and depth of the enamel cloisonne is stunning. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Lea...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Kuan Su Bronze Painting with Floral Motif 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The painting incorporates the Kuan motif of interlocking circles, which evokes something from the past. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lo...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Repose" Coffee Table 1970s Signed
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This sculpture was designed with the glass integral to the weightiness of the emotions of the model. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel w...
Metal, Bronze
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Unique Sculpture "The Runner" 1970s 'Signed'
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It's quite incredible. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this sculpture ...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Adam and Eve" Wall Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The intricacy of the design makes this work exquisite. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf ...
Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Cast Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This work resided in the Seymour Gallery section of the LaVerne Gallery, where they featured their best artworks. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Chrysanthemum" Coffee Table 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
There is a lot of thought and intention that went into the design of this beautiful and rare sculpture table (see below). Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE w...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Nude #1" Wall-Hanging Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
They are rare collectors works of art. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, t...
Bronze
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Nude #1" Wall-Hanging Sculpture 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
They are rare collectors works of art. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, t...
Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "The Untrammelled Mood of the Artist" 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
They are rare collectors works of art. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, t...
Bronze
Philip & Kelvin Laverne "Peasants Plaque" with Enamel Cloisonne 1960s - Signed
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This piece is impressive in size and composition. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Luciano Frigerio unique ebony and marble dining or conference table, Italy 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Glass, wood, bronze, and stone were expertly juxtaposed in an aesthetic alchemy deeply indebted to the art of sculpture. This table merits the description "monumental" not only due t...
Carrara Marble
Unavailable|$5,000
Alchemy Autumnal
By Judith Lindbloom
Located in East Hampton, NY
The art market--collectors, curators and museums--is in the early stages of a broad reappraisal of the contribution of previously overlooked groups to the development of post-war mod...
Oil
Unavailable|$30,000
The Latest Alchemy
By David Simpson
Located in Santa Fe, NM
California abstract painter David Simpson has been revered as an artist and teacher in both the US and Europe since the 1950s. From early successes—his work was included in Clement G...
Acrylic, Canvas
Rimbaud, Alchemy on Japanese Paper
By Jim Dine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edition of 45 plus 6 artist's proofs Signed and numbered
Etching
Untitled (Blue), Alchemy Series, Vintage Cibachrome Print
By Lyle Ashton Harris
Located in Surfside, FL
Education Whitney Museum Independent Study Program, 1992 National Graduate Photography Seminar, Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, 1991 Master of Fine Arts, California In...
Photographic Paper, C Print
Untitled (Blue), Alchemy Series, Vintage Cibachrome Print
By Lyle Ashton Harris
Located in Surfside, FL
Education Whitney Museum Independent Study Program, 1992 National Graduate Photography Seminar, Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, 1991 Master of Fine Arts, California In...
Photographic Paper, C Print
Sold|$3,600
Jules Perahim Surrealism Oil Painting on Paper Romanian French Surrealist Figure
Located in Surfside, FL
Perahim has been exhibited on numerous occasions in group exhibitions at prestigious museums including museum of fun organized by Asahi Shimbun, tokyo, Japan 1984; art and Alchemy, b...
Paper, Oil
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "La Famille" Sculpture Art Installation 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Only the finest artworks were exhibited in the Seymour Gallery. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Poin...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Rare & Important Mirror "Broken Promises" 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this mirror is part of the series called the “Brazed...
Bronze
Rare "Chi-Liang" Coffee Table Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Montreal, QC
Signed to top: “Philip Kelvin LaVerne” USA: circa 1970. literature: Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Sculpture III a photo of this table is shown on page 55. Alchemy, The Art of Philip and ...
Brass
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Magnificent "Tao" Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This table is a work of art from every angle. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Unique Engraved Oval Mirror 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Most LaVerne mirrors are rectangular; this is a very rare form. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Poi...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Etruscan Spiral Table with Sculpture Base 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, works with the Etruscan Spiral motif are ...
Bronze, Pewter, Enamel
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Large "Romanesque" Coffee Table 1960s 'Signed'
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The figural representations come from ancient figures engraved on Etruscan mirrors and are superb. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel wit...
Bronze, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Abstract Collage "Dialogue" 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The LaVernes experimented with collages but they are rare. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed L...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Important Engraved "Waves" Mirror 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Waves motif, based on the sea, is one of the most intricate. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Poi...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Tao" Side Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The stunning shape of the table top adds to the beauty of this gem. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by ...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Superb Tao Coffee Table on Pedestal Base 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The coloration of this table is absolutely stunning. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf P...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Large "Rainforest" Painting on Bronze 1970s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The deep greens and blues are breathtaking against the dark bronze tones. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, publis...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important Symphony Dining Table 1970's signed
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
It's a masterpiece. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this same table is s...
Bronze, Enamel
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Exceptional "Etruscan Spiral" Side Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The LaVernes’ abstract works are among the most collected. Reference: ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed L...
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
Look closely at any vintage furniture designed by father-son duo Philip and Kelvin LaVerne and a cacophony of stylistic influences reveals itself.
The LaVernes’ position at the intersection of art and design was the result of their combined backgrounds: Philip (1907–87) studied painting with Ashcan School artist John Sloan at the Art Students League of New York, while his son, Kelvin (b. 1937), attended the Parsons School of Design, taking classes in art history, furniture design and metalwork. The resulting merge of stylistic elements and innovative processes make for singular designs that defy categorization, striking a balance between modern and traditional, intricate and minimal, art piece and functional item. Their work was also strikingly different from the modern furniture created by Philip’s brother Erwine and his wife, Estelle, of Laverne Originals.
The LaVernes began producing one-of-a-kind furniture and sculpture in the mid-1950s out of a studio on Wooster Street in New York City before opening a showroom on Manhattan’s East 57th Street. As their 1960s advertisements declared: “It’s not just functional and not just art, it’s an investment.”
The LaVernes married a stunning array of techniques and styles to achieve their singular, deeply layered look for one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces. Chinoiserie motifs abound on many of their acid-etched tables, but art from ancient Greece and Egypt also served as inspiration. The influence of figurative sculptors is evident in designs like coffee tables and side tables with bronze bodies serving as frames or bases; other pieces, meanwhile, have deeply detailed surfaces and strikingly simple silhouettes.
The duo developed their own unconventional methods — sometimes to an extreme — for finishing their pieces: Techniques employed by the LaVernes included acid washing and burying furniture underground in a mixture of soil and chemicals to achieve a desired patina through oxidation. While they sometimes used pewter and silver, bronze was one of their most commonly employed materials, either etched or cast and sometimes paired with glass tops. Their partnership ended when Philip died in 1987 and Kelvin shifted his practice to sculpture.
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