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Hans J. Wegner
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Pair of 'Peacock' Chairs, JH550, designed 1947, executed from 1969
- branded Johannes Hansen/ Copenhagen/Denmark, with applied label from Knoll
- ash, teak, papercord
- each 108.5 H x 76.5 W x 73 D cm. (42 3/4 x 30 1/8 x 28 3/4 in.)
produced by Johannes Hansen, distributed by Knoll
ash, teak, papercord
ash, teak, papercord
Literature
Grete Jalk, ed., 40 Years of Danish Furniture Design, vol. 3: 1947-1956, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 14-17
Katheryn B. Hiesinger and George H. Marcus, Design Since 1945, exh. cat., Philadelphia, 1983, p. 137, cat. no. III-89
Charlotte & Peter Fiell, Scandinavian Design, Cologne, 2002, pp. 652-654
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, p. 90
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair, exh. cat., Ostfildern, 2014, pp. 49, 50, 66, 73, 79, 80, 82, 85, 101
Katheryn B. Hiesinger and George H. Marcus, Design Since 1945, exh. cat., Philadelphia, 1983, p. 137, cat. no. III-89
Charlotte & Peter Fiell, Scandinavian Design, Cologne, 2002, pp. 652-654
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, vol. 2, Copenhagen, 2007, p. 90
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair, exh. cat., Ostfildern, 2014, pp. 49, 50, 66, 73, 79, 80, 82, 85, 101
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. The frames in very good condition with light wear to the bottoms of the armrest supports as visible in the catalogue. The paper cord seats with light wear and very minor discolouration.
"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
This model was first exhibited at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition, 1947 and is referenced in the Design Museum Danmark Furniture Index under RP13048.