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Lot 118
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ARNE JACOBSEN | 'Egg' Chair, model no. 3316 and Ottoman, model no. 3127

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Arne Jacobsen
  • 'Egg' Chair, model no. 3316 and Ottoman, model no. 3127
  • aluminium, moulded polyurethane with original leather upholstery
  • chair: 106 x 87 x 76.5 cm (41  3/4  x 34  1/4  x 30  1/8  in.)ottoman: 42 x 55 x 41 cm (16  1/2  x 21  5/8  x 16  1/8  in.)
  • designed 1958

Literature

Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, Tokyo, 1996, p. 60
Carsten Thau and Kjeld Vindum, Arne Jacobsen, Copenhagen, 2001, pp. 154, 158-159, 433-435, 438-439, 467-478, 471-472, 506
Arne Karlsen, Danish Furniture Design in the 20th Century, Volume 2, Copenhagen, 2007, pp. 136-137

Condition

Overall in very good original condition. The leather surfaces are supple and exhibit a rich patina throughout, with minor discolouration, fine hairline cracks, rubbing and surface scuffing, all consistent with age and gentle use and partially visible in the catalogue illustration. The metal surfaces with minor scuffs and scratches.
"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.
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