Philip (1907-1987) and Kelvin LaVerne (b. 1937)
Etruscan Center Table, circa 1960s
Signed in script to base: Philip + Kelvin LaVerne
Bronze and pewter circular pedestal table with acid-etched design on top and cut sheet metal accents soldered to the base
27" H x 47" Dia.
The father-son team behind Philip and Kelvin LaVerne started working together in 1960 after Kelvin, the younger LaVerne, finished studying art history, metal sculpting, and furniture design. The duo opened a studio in New York City, where they created stunning, functional art pieces (chief among them, coffee tables) in patinated bronze, pewter, and silver. Their designs were made using a unique technique that took around six years to perfect.

Overall good condition with scattered scuffs and light scratches commensurate with age. The oxidation and general aging of the metal is an intentional aesthetic choice by the makers in order to mimic items of antiquity. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.