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Ole Wanscher (1903 - 1985)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- A desk
- desk 74cm. high by 151.5cm. wide by 76cm. deep, chair 83.5cm. high;
- 2ft 5¼in., 4ft 11¾in.,2ft 5¾in., 2ft 9½in.
manufactured by A. J. Iversen, rosewood, of rectangular form with rounded kneehole flanked by two drawers, the rear with an extendable slide placed in the apron, above canted supports with sabots, together with a rosewood chair, designed 1963, with mid-brown leather upholstery, curved top rail with back splat, the legs joined with two side stretchers
Literature
Harris Lindsay, exhibition catalogue, Modernism and Tradition, Danish Furniture 1920 - 1970, London, 2003, pp. 44, 49 (for illustrations of related desks)
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, San Francisco, 1999, p. 74 (for an illustration of another example of the chair)
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, San Francisco, 1999, p. 74 (for an illustration of another example of the chair)
Condition
A stylish set of good overall appearance. Very minor old marks and scratches. Piece has been repolished. Slightly darker and less orange than it appears in the catalogue illustration. Chair and desk are a good example of solid and elegant Scandinavian craftsmanship.With one key. Ready for use and display.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Wanscher's designs are testimony to his interest in different periods, including 18th century English, classical Chinese and Greek. The desk and chair in the current lot typifies his reworking of earlier styles, showing his interpretaion of Chinese and Georgian furniture design.