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Mogens Koch
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Mogens Koch
- Armchair
- oak and original pigskin
- produced by N.C. Jensen Kjær, Denmark upholstered by Jens Rasmussen, Denmark
Provenance
Dansk Møbelkunst, Copenhagen
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Grete Jalk, Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem, 40 aar, 1937-1946, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 56-57
Bodil Busk Laursen, Søren Matz and Christian Holmsted Olesen, Mesterværker: 100 Års Dansk Møbelsnedkeri, Copenhagen, 2003, p. 127
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 30-31
Bodil Busk Laursen, Søren Matz and Christian Holmsted Olesen, Mesterværker: 100 Års Dansk Møbelsnedkeri, Copenhagen, 2003, p. 127
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 30-31
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. The oak frame with some rubbing, slight discoloration and surface scratches consistent with age and use. Some additional rubbing consistent with use to the tops of arms and terminals of front legs. One loss approximately ¾ of an inch wide and 1/8 of an inch deep to the lower portion of the proper left back leg. The woven leather seat and back overall with rubbing, dryness and discoloration. The seat presently with some looseness as a result of age and gentle use. Additional rubbing and darkening to seat and seat back consistent with gentle use. With one area of concentrated darkening that measures approximately 3 ½ x 4 ½ inches to the center of the seat and two additional areas of staining to the proper right and lower edges of seat back. Original burlap webbing with a stain that is only visible upon inspection of underside of the chair. Please note that when viewed in person the leather presents as a lighter and more yellow tone than in the catalogue illustration. An elegant example of Scandinavian design and craftsmanship that has acquired a beautiful patina over time.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.