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

Armchair with stained elm frame. Seat and back recently upholstered with lamb skin. Made by cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen circa 1945.

Variant of model presented at the Copenhagen Cabinetmaker's Guild Exhibition 1945.

Literature: Similar Illustrated in Grete Jalk: “40 years of Danish furniture design: the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild exhibitions 1927–1966”. Vol. 2, p. 267.

Condition

Minor wear due to age and use. Frame with minor scratches and marks.

Auction

Modern art and design, 10 May 2016

Category

Modern Furniture

Estimate

6,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

4,400 DKK  

3 bids

When Bidder Bid
4,400 DKK
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4,000 DKK