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Paul Evans American Mid-Century Brutalist Coffee Table

$7,500
£5,667.50
€6,544.58
CA$10,480.12
A$11,628.57
CHF 6,091.30
MX$142,597.53
NOK 77,479.20
SEK 73,137.06
DKK 48,807
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Paul Evans (1931-1987) American Brutalist industrial modern welded steel, copper, mixed metals patchwork coffee table with rivet accents and inset slate stone rectangular top. Circa 1970 Dimensions: 18" high, 30" wide, 21" deep Please note, at the time of writing this, a matching planter (shown in last photo) is available separately. Excellent original vintage condition. Very strong, stable and structurally sound and in great overall appearance; Age appropriate wear and tear, including minor scattered scratches to metal components and to localized area of slate insert, nothing that detracts from the display or functionality, but only adds to the overall aesthetic appeal and vintage authenticity. Biography: Paul Evans (American , 1927-1993) Born in Brooklyn, New York, Paul Evans is an American furniture designer and sculptor best known for his work in American Furniture design and the American craft movement. His work was influential to many furniture manufacturers in the second half of the 20th century, most notably Directional Furniture. He often used non-traditional materials and techniques like sculpted metal furniture. His work with Directional Furniture was extremely fruitful and during that time he started several series including their Argente, Sculpted Bronze, and Cityscape series. Evans started his career making copper chests and sculpted steel cabinets -- both of which are highly sought after today. Paul Evans’s work with Directional Furniture changed the relationship between creative directors and the companies they worked for. His name helped sell pieces, and he was consciously aware of that fact. As a proponent of modernism, Evans became an innovator in the furniture world. His patrons were often part of the New York elite, and he was able to enjoy sustained success, helped in large part by his ability to evolve with the times -- from craft-based in the 1950s to more flashy pieces in the 1970s and 1980s. His work was mostly recently featured at the Michener Art Museum and was the subject of a 2014 documentary. What kind of art does Paul Evans make? Paul Evans was primarily a furniture designer and sculptor. Though he started within the American Craft movement, Evans is hard to pin down stylistically. An expert metalworker and sculptor, several of Evans pieces were heavily influenced by the shipbuilding industry. As he moved through his career, his pieces became more stylistically diverse, but through it all there is a dedication to craft and function. Much of Evans work is best showcased in his work for Directional Furniture. He had several iconic lines including Patchwork Copper, Pewter and Brass, and the extremely popular CItyscape Series. In the 1980s, Evans branched off on his own with his Think Tank series. He opened his own showroom in New York City, but eventually retired in 1987. How did painter Paul Evans get started? Paul Evans was born on May 20th, 1931 in Newton, Pennsylvania. He studied sculpture and silversmithing at a number of colleges including the Philadelphia Textile Institute, the Rochester Institute of Technology, and the School for American Craftsmen. In the early 1950s, he attended the Cranbook Academy of Art in Michigan, later moving back to Pennsylvania to work with his mentor and guide, Phillip Loyd Powell. Together they began a business heavily influenced by the work of George Nakashima. Powell worked wood pieces, while Evans dedicated himself to metal. Evans burst onto the scene in the late 1960s and early 1970s as the American Craft movement exploded in popularity. From there he parlayed his popularity into a lucrative career with Directional Furniture. How much are Paul Evans pieces worth? Paul Evans furniture pieces can vary in value greatly, from a few thousand dollars on the low end to over $200,000 on the high end. In 2015 a Paul Evans wavy-front cabinet sold for $287,500. The most ever paid for a Paul Evans furniture piece at a Heritage Auction is $55,000 for the piece Unique Cabinet (1967) which sold on April 16th, 2018. Heritage Auctions has an extensive history with Paul Evans pieces.
  • Creator:
    Paul Evans (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Brutalist (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Metal,Slate,Steel
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Late 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 19702
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Excellent original vintage condition. Very strong, stable and structurally sound and in great overall appearance; Age appropriate wear and tear, including minor scattered scratches to metal components and to localized area of slate insert.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226262332

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