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Mogens Voltelen (b. Sørup, Gulborgsund 1908, d. Gentofte 1995)

“Københavnerstolen”. Easy chair with sweeping frame of beech. Back and armrests of patinated natural leather, fitted with brass nails. Designed 1936. Made and stamped by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder.

Provenance: Writer and poet Frank Jæger, married to Kirsten Vodder, daughter of cabinetmaker Niels Vodder.

Literature: Grete Jalk [ed.]. “40 Years of Danish Furniture Design”, Vol. 1, p. 264.

Condition

Extensive patina and wear due to age and use. Leather in seat missing. Frame with marks and scratches. Leather with holes, crackles, marks and scratches.

Auction

Modern art and design, 6 November 2012

Category
Estimate

10,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

8,000 DKK  

3 bids

When Bidder Bid
8,000 DKK
7,500 DKK
7,000 DKK