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Frits Henningsen
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- A fine armchair
- 113.5cm.;
- 3ft 8¾in.
manufactured by Fritz Hansen, oak, leather
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, Important 20th Century Design, 15 December 2006, lot 50
Literature
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, San Francisco, 1999, p. 42
Condition
A rare and striking piece of good overall appearance. Minor typical old marks, stains and scratches consistent with age and use. Seat and back leather is original and in good overall condition, with no rips or tears. The original leather is backed with horse hair which dates this example to the earliest years of the production. Small area of darker leather to the left of the buttons to the back (facing), below the horzontal piping, suggests this small area has been restored or strengthened. Minor crazing to leather to front of seat and arms and old scuffs and blemishes in places, all totally consistent with age and use. One or two spots of stain to the back. Very small (c.1cm) tear to leather to underside of left arm (facing), not visible. Leather overall in good condition and a pleasing mellow colour, less red than the illustration suggests. Leather piping to underside of front seat rail worn and lacking in places and canvas to underside of seat torn, which will need some attention. Of good structural condition. A comfortable and rare piece in good honest condition, 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."