Father and son duo Philip (1907—1987) and Kelvin (born 1936) Laverne are well-known for their unique approach to decorative household design. Both born in New York, Philip studied at the Art Students League of New York and Kelvin at Parsons School of Design with a focus on metal sculpting and furniture design.
From the mid-1950s through the 1980s, they collaborated on cabinets, coffee and occasional tables among many other objects creating a distinct blend of function and artistry while incorporating ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Greek archaeological and art historical references. Their uncommon techniques included applying patina and acid etching to mixed metals such as pewter, brass, and bronze. The furniture and sculpture of Philip and Kelvin Laverne is highly sought after today for its one-of-a kind quality and demonstrated mastery of functional décor.
Auction Results Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Rare and Important Bather's cabinet
estimate: $70,000–90,000
result: $106,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
important and rare cabinet
estimate: $50,000–70,000
result: $57,500
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Tao cabinet
estimate: $50,000–70,000
result: $51,600
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
desk
estimate: $20,000–30,000
result: $40,800
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan Li cabinet
estimate: $30,000–50,000
result: $36,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan cabinet
estimate: $30,000–40,000
result: $33,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
coffee table
estimate: $9,000–12,000
result: $30,000
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Rare Etruscan coffee table
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $26,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
dining table
estimate: $20,000–30,000
result: $25,000
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Medici table
estimate: $5,000–7,000
result: $23,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan desk
estimate: $20,000–30,000
result: $23,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
rare Etruscan console
estimate: $20,000–30,000
result: $22,500
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
special-order Eternal Forest coffee table
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $21,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan occasional tables, pair
estimate: $9,000–12,000
result: $19,125
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Eternal Forest coffee table
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $18,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
rare Chan coffee table
estimate: $20,000–30,000
result: $18,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan occasional tables, pair
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $18,750
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Tao console
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $17,500
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Eternal Forest coffee table
estimate: $7,000–9,000
result: $17,500
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
custom window treatments from the Cooper Residence, Middletown, NJ
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $16,640
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Creation of Man coffee tables, pair
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $16,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Chan occasional tables, pair
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $16,250
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Tao console
estimate: $10,000–15,000
result: $15,000
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
dining table
estimate: $15,000–20,000
result: $14,400