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Hans J. Wegner
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Hans Wegner
- Set of six 'Cowhorn' Chairs, model no. JH 505
- each with producer's metal tag DESIGN: HANS J. WEGNER / MADE IN COPENHAGEN DENMARK BY / JOHANNES HANSEN / CABINETMAKER
- stained oak, mahogany, cane
Literature
Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, vol. 4: 1947-1956, Copenhagen, 1987, p. 213
Jens Bernsen, Hans J Wegner, exh. cat., Copenhagen, 1989, pp. 62-63
Noritsuge Oda, Danish Chairs, Tokyo, 1996, pp. 114-115
Jens Bernsen, Hans J Wegner, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 15, 74-75
Arne Karlsen, Danish Firniture Design in the 20th Century,
Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 71, 94
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair, exh. cat., Copenhagen, 2014, p. 66-67, 136
Jens Bernsen, Hans J Wegner, exh. cat., Copenhagen, 1989, pp. 62-63
Noritsuge Oda, Danish Chairs, Tokyo, 1996, pp. 114-115
Jens Bernsen, Hans J Wegner, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 15, 74-75
Arne Karlsen, Danish Firniture Design in the 20th Century,
Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 71, 94
Christian Holmsted Olesen, Wegner: just one good chair, exh. cat., Copenhagen, 2014, p. 66-67, 136
Condition
Each chair in overall in very good condition. The wood surfaces have been refreshed and are present with minor surface scratches, nicks and some minor abrasions, consistent with age and gentle use and mostly concentrated to the lower portions of the legs. The top central backrest of one chair with a more prominent chip to the wood. Portions of the woven caning on the seats have been replaced as expected with age. Minor surface wear to the undersides of the rear stretchers.
"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."