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Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Rare mahogany bergere chair. Loose cushions in seat and back later upholstered with patterned fabric. Designed 1946. Made by cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan, 1940's. Retailed by cabinetmaker Willy Beck with maker's plaquette.

Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 2, pp. 308.

Condition

Patina due to age and use, including scratches, marks and light dirt.

Auction

Modern art and design, 4 August 2020

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

3,000–4,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

2,500 DKK  

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