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

“Peacock Chair”. Easy chair with ash frame and teak armrests. Seat with woven paper cord. Model JH 550. Designed 1947. This example made approx. 1960s by cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen, stamped by maker.

Model presented at The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at Design Museum Denmark, 1947.

Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]: “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, vol. 3, ill. pp. 14–17.

Condition

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

Auction

Modern art and design, 25 September 2018

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

15,000–20,000 DKK

Price realised

Not sold

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