Hans J. Wegner (b. Tønder 1914, d. Gentofte 2007)
"The Chair”. A solid oak armchair. Seat and back with woven cane. Model JH 501. Designed 1949. This example made 1950s by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, stamped.
Provenance: Mogens Tuck, son and previous owner of Andreas Tuck. Hence by descent in the family.
Model presented at The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark, 1949. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, Vol. 3, p. 98–101 and p. 140–142.
Condition report available on request