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Peter Hvidt, attributed (b. Copenhagen 1916, d. s.p. 1986)

Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, attributed (b. Ålborg 1907, d. Hellerup 1993)

Wingback chair with mahogany legs. Upholstered with original green leather fitted with brass nails. Presumably designed 1946 and made by cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan.

Similar model depicted: 40 years of Danish furniture design : the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers¿ Guild exhibitions 1927–1966 ; Dansk møbelkunst gennem 40 aar : Københavns Snedkerlaugs møbeludstillinger 1927–1966 / Jalk, Grethe . - Tåstrup, 1987, Bd. 2, s. 309 .- ISBN: 8775117118

Condition

Patina due to age and use, including minor scratches and marks. Patinated leather with surface crackles.

Auction

Modern art and design, 22 October 2013

Category
Estimate

8,000–10,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

5,000 DKK  

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