Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen and Peter Hvidt

comprising three cabinets (model no. 301), one chest of drawers (model no. 305) and eight shelving units

Illums Bolighus, Center of Modern Design, sales catalogue, circa 1955, n.p.

Each unit in overall very good condition. The wood surfaces present with scattered faint surface scratches and minor nicks and scuffs to prominent edges, consistent with age and gentle use. The entire unit has been recently oils and presents with a very rich and warm finish. The overall units appear slightly more red/saturated in person than the catalogue illustration. Note the eight square shelving units resting on top of the cabinets are stamped on the reverse Made in Denmark/JOHN STUART INC. The shelves in these upper units are all adjustable. The far left illustrated cabinet with two adjustable shelves, the second cabinet with two adjustable shelves, the third cabinet with three sliding drawers and one adjustable shelf, the last cabinet with dividers in the top to drawers. The second cabinet with 4 deeper scratches to the cabinet top. These are not visually obtrusive as the cabinet has been recently oiled and these blend in well to the overall finish. All other wood surfaces present with light surface scuffs, nicks, and minor faint scratches as is common with age and gentle handling.
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.