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Jacob Kjær (b. 1896, d. 1957)

“Paris Chair”. Eight stained beech side chairs, seats upholstered with grey wool. And mahogany dining table with extension leaves underneath top. Made by cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær. H. 72 cm. L. 136./254 cm. W. 100 cm. (9)

Jacob Kjær designed the chair for the Paris World's Fair in 1937.

Literature: Grete Jalk (red.) 40 Years of Danish Furniture Design, vol. 2, p. 16–17.

Literature: Poul Christiansen “Fyrretyve år med Snedkerlaugets Møbeludstillinger”, p. 180.

Condition

Wear due to age and use. Marks and scratches. Faded. Chairs in need of re-upholstery. Table with damp mark at one leg.

Auction

Modern art and design, 8 January 2013

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

4,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

2,500 DKK  

One bid

When Bidder Bid
2,500 DKK