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HANS J. WEGNER | Set of Ten 'Cowhorn' Chairs, model no. JH505
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Hans Wegner
- Set of Ten 'Cowhorn' Chairs, model no. JH505
- teak, Brazilian rosewood, with leather upholstery
- each: 74 x 54.5 x 45 cm (29 1/8 x 21 1/2 x 17 3/4 in.)
- designed 1952
Provenance
Private collection, Denmark
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Grete Jalk, Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, Volume 3, 1947-1956, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 212-213
Christian Holmsted Olesen, WEGNER: just one good chair, exh. cat., Designmuseum Danmark, Copenhagen, 2014, p. 136
Christian Holmsted Olesen, WEGNER: just one good chair, exh. cat., Designmuseum Danmark, Copenhagen, 2014, p. 136
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The wooden surfaces with scattered scuffs, scratches and shallow indentations concentrated to the bases of the legs. The area directly to the right proper side of the front of the backrest of one chair with a tight vertical hairline crack which has been professionally and sensitively restored and is stable. The front of the proper left backrest support of one chair with an indentation measuring approximately 2cm by 5 mm. The proper right corner of one of the armrests with minor rubbing and wear. The rear proper left leg of one chair with a shallow vertical indentation which measures approximately 3.5 cm long. The leather upholstery has been replaced and is in very good condition with minor scuffs and faint 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.
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
The present model was exhibited at the 'Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild', Kunstindustrimuseet, Copenhagen, 26 September-12 October 1952, stand 23.