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Finn Juhl (b. Frederiksberg 1912, d. Ordrup 1989)

“Pelican Chair”. Easy chair with walnut legs. Sides and back fitted with buttons upholstered with light grey wool, seat cushion upholstered with dark grey wool. Designed 1940. Manufactured and marked by Onecollection.

Bought by current owner in 2009.

The Pelican's organic shape is a good example of the way Finn Juhl was inspired by abstract sculptures and artists.

The Pelican Chair was first presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet-makers' 14th Guild exhibition at Designmuseum Danmark the 20th September - 6th October 1940.

Literature: Grete Jalk [red.], 40 Years of Danish Furniture Design, vol. 2. pp. 128–129.

Condition

Minor wear due to age and use. Minor marks and scratches on legs.

Auction

Modern art and design, 8 October 2024

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20,000 DKK

Price realised

Not sold

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