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Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Mid-Century Chan Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Mid-Century Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Mid-Century Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Bradenton, FL

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Coffee Table, circa 1960. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne' were a father-son duo that was renowned for transforming metal furniture into narrative art.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Large Rectangular "Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Large Rectangular "Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Large Rectangular "Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning and impressively sized "Chan" coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper, Pewter

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table, Acid Etched Brass, 1960s
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table, Acid Etched Brass, 1960s

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table, Acid Etched Brass, 1960s

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Bradenton, FL

This is an iconic Philip and Kelvin Laverne "Chan" coffee table made of acid etched brass over pewter over wood and patinated brass.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Mid-Century 1965 Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table, Bronze
Mid-Century 1965 Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table, Bronze

Mid-Century 1965 Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table, Bronze

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful example of the Laverne Boucher coffee table from the 1960s Chan series from the iconic father/son duo, Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Pewter

Patinated  Brass & Pewter "Chan"  Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
Patinated  Brass & Pewter "Chan"  Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Patinated Brass & Pewter "Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Montreal, QC

engraved and acid-etched, patinated and polychromed bronze, pewter and enamel "Chan" circular coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Chan Coffee Table by Laverne, Brass & Pewter, 1965
Mid-Century Modern Chan Coffee Table by Laverne, Brass & Pewter, 1965

Mid-Century Modern Chan Coffee Table by Laverne, Brass & Pewter, 1965

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful example of the Chan table by the iconic father and son duo, Philip and Kelvin Laverne. This table is in great vintage condition with an age commensurate patina. There is ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Bronze 'Chan' Coffee or Large End Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960s Signed
Bronze 'Chan' Coffee or Large End Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960s Signed

Bronze 'Chan' Coffee or Large End Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, 1960s Signed

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare iteration of the classic and highly sought after 'Chan' coffee table by father and son team, Philip and Kelvin LaVerne (New York), produced in the 1960s and signed wit...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter

Epang 05 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
Epang 05 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Epang 05 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

Epang 05 coffee table by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 90 x D 90 x H 25 cm Materials: Manual sculpture, teak, black paint, waxing.

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2010s Chinese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Paint

Epang 04 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
Epang 04 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Epang 04 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

Epang 04 coffee table by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 80 x D 80 x H 25 cm Materials: Manual sculpture, teak, black paint, waxing.

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2010s Chinese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Paint

Epang 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
Epang 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Epang 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

Epang 02 coffee table by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 78.5 x D 78.5 x H 50 cm Materials: Manual sculpture, teak, black paint, waxing.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Paint

Epang 03 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
Epang 03 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Epang 03 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

Epang 03 coffee table by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 80 x D 70 x H 25 cm Materials: Manual sculpture, teak, black paint, waxing.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Paint

1960 Philip And Kelvin Laverne Chan Circular Coffee Table
1960 Philip And Kelvin Laverne Chan Circular Coffee Table

1960 Philip And Kelvin Laverne Chan Circular Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960 Philip and Kelvin Laverne Chan Circular Coffee Table in good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Unique & Rare Chan Table by Philp and Kelvin LaVerne Patinated Bronze
Unique & Rare Chan Table by Philp and Kelvin LaVerne Patinated Bronze

Unique & Rare Chan Table by Philp and Kelvin LaVerne Patinated Bronze

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Harrington Park, NJ

very rare and unique Philp and Kelvin LaVerne Patinated Bronze, Pewter and Enamel Side Table 1960s/1970s Height 16 3/4 inches, width 26 inches, depth 22 inches.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Bronze and Pewter "Chan" Dining Table by Phillip and Kelvin Laverne
Bronze and Pewter "Chan" Dining Table by Phillip and Kelvin Laverne

Bronze and Pewter "Chan" Dining Table by Phillip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Montreal, QC

engraved and acid-etched, patinated and polychromed bronze, pewter and enamel "Chan" circular dining table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne. Signed "Phillip and Kelvin Laverne." Remnants...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Wall 01 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
Wall 01 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Wall 01 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 01 coffee table by sing chan Dimensions: W 15 x D 100 x H 20 cm Materials: stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

The Wall 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan
The Wall 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

The Wall 02 Coffee Table by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 02 coffee table by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 15 x D 100 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wall 03 Set of 3 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan
Wall 03 Set of 3 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Wall 03 Set of 3 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 03 set of 3 coffee tables by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 45 x D 100 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wall 04 Set of 4 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan
Wall 04 Set of 4 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Wall 04 Set of 4 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 04 set of 4 coffee tables by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 60 x D 100 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan
Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 08 set of 8 coffee tables by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 130 x D 130 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan
Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Wall 08 Set of 8 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The wall 08 set of 8 coffee tables by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 130 x D 130 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

The Wall 06 Set Of 6 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan
The Wall 06 Set Of 6 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

The Wall 06 Set Of 6 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan

Located in Geneve, CH

The Wall 06 Set Of 6 Coffee Tables by Sing Chan Dimensions: W 90 x D 100 x H 20 cm Materials: Stainless steel, electroplating.

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Recent Sales

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 40 in D 40 in

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in LAS VEGAS, NV

Acid etched and patinated polychrome bronze "Chan" coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1970s Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
1970s Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

1970s Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 48 in D 24 in

1970s Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

A great LaVerne rectangular coffee table, with metal stretchers. From the Chan series, in metal, with oxidized landscape design and some color.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Signed Mid-1970s Philip & Kelvin Laverne "Chan Boucher" Coffee Table
Signed Mid-1970s Philip & Kelvin Laverne "Chan Boucher" Coffee Table

Signed Mid-1970s Philip & Kelvin Laverne "Chan Boucher" Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Geneva, IL

Stunning 1970s coffee table by the father - son design team Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Laverne Chan Coffee Table
Laverne Chan Coffee Table

Laverne Chan Coffee Table

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H 17.25 in Dm 42 in

Laverne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Philip Laverne and Kelvin Laverne "Chan" coffee table, paper label

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pewter

LaVerne Round Chan Coffee Table
LaVerne Round Chan Coffee Table

LaVerne Round Chan Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in Dm 48 in L 17.5 in

LaVerne Round Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in North Hollywood, CA

LaVerne round Chan coffee table in acid etched brass and pewter.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 60 in D 23.75 in

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne "Chan" coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A bronze Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A bronze Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Philip and Kelvin Laverne "Chan" Coffee Table
Philip and Kelvin Laverne "Chan" Coffee Table

Philip and Kelvin Laverne "Chan" Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A classic acid etched and patinated bronze "Chan" coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table
Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table

Located in Astoria, NY

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne (American, 1907-1987 / b.1937) Modern "Chan" coffee table, acid-etched brass over pewter over wood, patinated brass, with acid-etched signature in the top, ci...

Category

20th Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and impressive bronze and pewter Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kevin Laverne
"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kevin Laverne

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kevin Laverne

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H 17.25 in W 23.5 in D 47.25 in

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kevin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Montreal, QC

Enameled and patinated bronze "Chan" coffee table by Philip (1908-1988) and Kevin (b. 1936) coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and impressive bronze and pewter Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne with wonderful patina.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

"Chan" coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
"Chan" coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

"Chan" coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

“Chan” coffee table in pewter and bronze with Chinese scene by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed)

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Chan Coffee Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne
Chan Coffee Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne

Chan Coffee Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne

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H 17.25 in W 40.5 in D 30.5 in

Chan Coffee Table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chan coffee table by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne. Sold with the original LaVerne brochure (please see one of the pics for details).

Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Laverne Acid Etched and Patinated  Bronze "Chan" Coffee Table
Laverne Acid Etched and Patinated  Bronze "Chan" Coffee Table

Laverne Acid Etched and Patinated Bronze "Chan" Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Phillip and Kelvin Laverne acid etched and patinated bronze “Chan” Coffee table, signed.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Large Chan Coffee Table by Phillip and Kelvin LaVerne
Large Chan Coffee Table by Phillip and Kelvin LaVerne

Large Chan Coffee Table by Phillip and Kelvin LaVerne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A very nice example of the Chan coffee table designed by Phillip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

“Chan” coffee table in pewter and bronze by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1970’s (signed on top) Original gallery label on bottom

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and impressive bronze and pewter Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Large Chan Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and impressive bronze and pewter Chan coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne.

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Miami, FL

"Chan" coffee table executed in pewter and bronze with hand-painted Chinese scene by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Patinated Brass "Chan" Coffee Table by Philippe and Kelvin Laverne
Patinated Brass "Chan" Coffee Table by Philippe and Kelvin Laverne

Patinated Brass "Chan" Coffee Table by Philippe and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Montreal, QC

Acid etched and patinated brass "Chan" coffee table by Philippe and Kelvin Laverne.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

“Chan” coffee table in pewter and bronze with Chinese scene on top and legs in stylized bamboo designed by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on top)

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne
"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

"Chan" Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Chan" coffee table in pewter and bronze with hand-painted Chinese scene by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, 1960's (signed on top).

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Philip & Kelvin Laverne Chan Coffee Table
Philip & Kelvin Laverne Chan Coffee Table

Philip & Kelvin Laverne Chan Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Philip & Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table Signed 1960's Hand crafted acid etched bronze & pewter Excellent condition The father and son team of Philip (1907-1987) and Kelvin ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter

Philip & Kelvin Laverne Exceptional "Chan Coffee Table" 1960s 'Signed'
Philip & Kelvin Laverne Exceptional "Chan Coffee Table" 1960s 'Signed'

Philip & Kelvin Laverne Exceptional "Chan Coffee Table" 1960s 'Signed'

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rectangular "Chan Coffee Table" in patinated bronze and pewter with painted enamels on tabletop by Phlilip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed “Philip & Kelvin LaVerne” on top).

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Large Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table
Large Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table

Large Philip and Kelvin LaVerne “Chan” Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A wonderful “Chan” coffee table designed by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne in the less common 47.5” diameter.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter

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Chan Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chan coffee table for your home. Frequently made of metal, bronze and pewter, every chan coffee table was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the chan coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A chan coffee table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made chan coffee table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne are consistently popular.

How Much is a Chan Coffee Table?

A chan coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $12,000, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $24,000.

Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.