Hans J. Wegner (b. Tønder 1914, d. Gentofte 2007)
“Cowhorn Chair”. A solid teak armchair, back with Brazilian rosewood inlayings, seat with patinated full-grain leather. Model JH 505. Designed 1952. Made by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, 1960s.
Provenance: Acquired by current owner's grandfather 1960s.
Model presented at The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark, 1952.
Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.], “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 3, ill. pp. 212–213.
Johan Møller Nielsen, “Wegner en dansk møbelkunstner”, 1965, p. 76.
CITES-certificate valid for transport and re-sale within the European Union included.
Wear due to age and use. Marks and scratches. Back with cracked and broken top. Defective cane under leather seat.
Several countries outside the EU (third countries) ban import of items containing materials from endangered species. This lot number might be covered by such provision and potential buyers are advised to familiarize themselves with these rules.
Modern art and design, 12 November 2019
Not sold
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