2124/​510

Hans J. Wegner (b. Tønder 1914, d. Gentofte 2007)

“Papa Bear Chair”. Wingback chair with legs of oak and “nails” of teak. Seat armrests and button fitted back upholstered with flecked reddish wool. Model AP 19. Designed 1951. Manufactured by AP Stolen.

The “Papa Bear” easy chair was first time presented at the exhibition “Tidens Møbler” in Forum Copenhagen 1952.

Literature: “Dansk Kunsthåndværk”, No. 4, April 1952, p. 62 and No. 6, June 1952, on advertisment pages.

Condition

Normal patina due to age and use, including scratches, marks and minor notches. Upholstery with moth holes. Pillow and neckrest included.

Auction

Modern art and design, 15 June 2021

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40,000 DKK

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Price realised

75,000 DKK  

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