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Philip and Kelvin LaVerne One-of-a-Kind "Pas De Trois" Sculpture 1960s (Signed)

Creator: Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Important one-of-a-kind large hand-brazed sculpture "Pas De Trois" in patinated bronze with green patina by Philip & Kelvin LaVerne, American 1960's (signed on base “Philip+Kelvin LaVerne”). In ballet, pas de trois is a French term which refers to a dance between two men and a woman. This work was based on the groundbreaking dance performance "Monotones" by Frederick Ashton which debuted in 1965.

Reference:
ALCHEMY: THE ART OF PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE written by Evan Lobel with Kelvin LaVerne, published by Pointed Leaf Press in 2024, this important sculpture is shown on pages 179 in the section titled The Brazed Series . There is an in depth discussion of this work in the introduction to the book.

Provenance
From the Collection of Kelvin LaVerne

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Patinated Bronze - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent
Creation Date:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Modernism, Expressionism
Dealer Reference #:	sculpture158
Incollect Reference #:	645117

Dimensions

W.	42 in;	H.	80 in;	D.	21 in;
W.	106.68 cm;	H.	203.2 cm;	D.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.