2004/​927

Ernst Kühn (b. Copenhagen 1890, d. Gentofte 1948)

Unique adjustable wall lamp of brass with two sockets, counter weight covered with fringes. Designed 1930's. Manufactured by Normina A/S. H. 85 cm.

This lamp was made as part of the interior for “Villa Koux” in Hellerup. Ernst Kühn was, in 1935, responsible for the construction and decoration of the house for the Henkel CEO in Denmark, Edvard Koux. It was decorated with a very luxurious extravagant interior designed by Ernst Kühn.

Literature: “Bygge & bo”, 1936 No. 6, pp. 22–23.

Condition

Patina due to age and use. Shade not included. We do not guarantee for the functionality.

Auction

Modern art and design (postponed), 23 January 2020

Category
Estimate

6,000–8,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

7,000 DKK  

8 bids

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