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

“China chair”. A Cuban mahogany armchair, loose seat cushion upholstered with dark brown leather, fitted with buttons. Model 4283. Designed 1944. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, 1976. Silver plaque in back stamped Fritz Hansen EFT 284/400, Hans J. Wegner, 1975.

In 1974–1975 Fritz Hansen decided to make a serial production of the “China Chair” in Cuban mahogany. For 40 years - since 1934, the company had Cuban mahogany at their storage and and they assumed that 400 chairs could be made from the stock. Each chair was given a silver plaque at the bottom part of the back, numbered with a serial number out of 400, company name and Hans J. Wegner's stamped signature.

Condition

Minor wear due to age and use. Minor marks and scratches on legs.

Auction

Modern art and design, 9 December 2014

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

25,000–30,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

22,000 DKK  

3 bids

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