Magnus L. Stephensen (b. Holte 1903, d. Helsingør 1984)
Sewing box of solid mahogany, mounted on loose frame. Inside with narrow shelf, small adjustable storage tray and a pair of thread reels. Fittings of brass. Made by cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. H. 64 cm. L. 50 cm. W. 30 cm.
Model presented at The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark, 1935. Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 1, p. 214–215.
Normal patina due to age and use, including scratches and marks, dirt/stains. Box slightly faded. Top of one leg with surface cracks.
Modern art and design (postponed), 23 January 2020
Not sold