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Lot 57
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PREBEN FABRICIUS AND JØRGEN KASTHOLM | Pair of Easy Chairs, model no. PB-10

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pair of Easy Chairs, model no. PB-10
  • oak, leather, brass, with fabric upholstery
  • each: 79 x 73.5 x 96.5 cm (31  1/8  x 29 x 38 in.)
  • designed 1963

Provenance

Dansk Møbelkunst, Copenhagen, Denmark
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Literature

Ivan Schlechter, 'Designs by Fabricius and Kastholm', Mobilia, no. 106, May 1964, n.p.
Grete Jalk, Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aarVolume 4, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 222-223

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The wooden surfaces with minor scuffs and surface scratches. The leather straps are supple and present with minor wear and scuffs. The fabric is newer and in very good condition. The lower section of the backrest cushion of one chair with a minor thin stain measuring approximately 7 cm in diameter. The seat cushion of the other chair with a minor thin stain measuring approximately 2x7 cm. These may be removed with a professional cleaning. The lower backrest of one seat with a minor circular stain measuring approximately 6 cm diameter which may come out with a professional clean. One of the removeable screws to the front leg of one chair has been professionally replaced.
"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

The present model was exhibited at the 'Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild', Kunstindustrimuseet, Copenhagen, 20 September-6 October 1963, stand 13.