Pierre Jeanneret (1896 - 1967)

teak and simulated leather, on tapering splayed legs

Old marks, scratches and knocks in places. The highly textured leatherette worn, to edges and with small holes and some shallow cuts. Back with a larger hole and corner to front with large tear. White numbering 'H.C. 41' to front edge of seat to the leg below, and the cross-stretcher numbered 'H.C. 12'. One or two small repairs. Wood with splits and losses. Of good structural condition.
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See footnote to previous lot. Benches of this design can also be seen in the far right of the illustration on page 61, showing a courtroom interior.