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Nanna Ditzel (b. Copenhagen 1923, d. s.p. 2005)

“Bench For Two”. Two-seated aeroplane maple plywood sofa/bench with belonging quarter circle table, decorated with silk screen print. Model 2600 and 2601. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture. Sofa H. 98. L. 150. Table H. 40. Radius 64 cm. (2)

Ditzel and Fredericia Furniture's first joint project. Ditzel designed the bench in 1989, winning a Japanese design competition almost immediately. The elegant back with its striking geometric decoration is made of 1.5 mm aeroplane plywood - an ultra thin material that is strong, light and flexible. Her inventive choice of material won over 472 other proposals.

Condition

Normal patina due to age and use, including scratches and marks. Veneer damages. Blotches.

Auction

Modern art and design, 17 March 2020

Category
Estimate

15,000–20,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

11,000 DKK  

2 bids

When Bidder Bid
11,000 DKK
10,500 DKK