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Axel Einar Hjorth
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Axel Einar Hjorth
- Unique Cabinet, designed for the Paris World Exhibition, 1937
- with two producer's metal labels: NK R40281-C / MADE IN SWEDEN and NK / A.B. NORDISKA KOMPANIET / STOCKHOLM
- rosewood, mahogany, gilt metal, glass
Exhibited
Paris, 'Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne', 25 May - 25 November, 1937
Literature
Paris International Exhibition 1937, Arts and Crafts in Modern life: Sweden, Illustrated Official Guide, Paris, 1937, p. 56, illustrated
Åke Stavenow, ed., Svenska Slöjdföreningens Tidskrift: Organ För Konstindustri Handverk Och Hemslöjd, no. XXXIII, 1937, Stockholm, p. 83 for an advertisement, illustrated
Christian Björk, Thomas Ekström and Eric Ericson, Axel Einar Hjorth: Möbelarkitekt, Stockholm, 2009, p. 69, illustrated
Åke Stavenow, ed., Svenska Slöjdföreningens Tidskrift: Organ För Konstindustri Handverk Och Hemslöjd, no. XXXIII, 1937, Stockholm, p. 83 for an advertisement, illustrated
Christian Björk, Thomas Ekström and Eric Ericson, Axel Einar Hjorth: Möbelarkitekt, Stockholm, 2009, p. 69, illustrated
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and use. Minor scatter chips concentrated to the exterior edges to the legs. A minor repair to the left proper leg, approximately 1 cm high. Two minor chips tot he rear right edge of the cabinet, each approximately 0.5 cm. A fine hairline crack to the veneer of the base near to the front left leg proper, approximately 2.5 cm, not visually distracting. A minor faint ring spot to the top of the cabinet, approximately 10 cm diameter, not visually distracting. Minor dent to the upper rear edge of the cabinet, approximately 0.5 cm. Minor oxidation tot he metal elements throughout. The glass shelf is a later replacement.
"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
Axel Einar Hjorth was the chief architects at Nordiska Kompaniet. His exclusive furniture design also had a prominent place on the future of major national and international exhibitions. It was a period marked by changing style ideals, from the luxurious classicism to the austere functionalism.
Hjorth created the presented cabinet especially for the 1937, Paris World Exhibition (Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la vie Moderne). In this piece he combined Rosewood with stylized floral ornaments in silver, which are inlaid a few millimeters above the surface. The raised relief adds a texture and an additional dimension to the piece. Interior of the cabinet is in lined mahogany, adjustable glass shelf and drawers with silver handles. The cabinet is not only a display of an excellent design but also sublime craftsmanship skills of the designer.
Hjorth created the presented cabinet especially for the 1937, Paris World Exhibition (Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la vie Moderne). In this piece he combined Rosewood with stylized floral ornaments in silver, which are inlaid a few millimeters above the surface. The raised relief adds a texture and an additional dimension to the piece. Interior of the cabinet is in lined mahogany, adjustable glass shelf and drawers with silver handles. The cabinet is not only a display of an excellent design but also sublime craftsmanship skills of the designer.