Finn Juhl

Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, vol 3: 1947-1956, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 124-125, 233
Esbjørn Hiort, Finn Juhl: Furniture, Architecture, Applied Art, Copenhagen, 1990, pp. 40-41
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, 1996, Tokyo, pp. 92-93

Overall in very good condition. The wood surfaces 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 leather surfaces with minor surface scratches, light crazing and some areas of concentrated abrasions, with more pronounced light scratches to the ottoman, all of which are consistent with age and gentle use. The chair with two small areas of composite filling and one triangular shaped area of wood filling repair, all located to the proper right side. With a small punched half circle mark centered by a pin hole to the upper proper left side(approx. ¼ inch in diameter) . The finial of upper corner to the proper left side has been sensitively restored and stabilized. Please note the ottoman is later associated and as such is of a slightly lighter wood stain, difficult to discern in the catalogue image.
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.