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Nanna Ditzel (b. Copenhagen 1923, d. s.p. 2005)

“Bench For Two”. Two-seated aeroplane maple plywood sofa/bench with belonging quarter circle table, decorated with silk screen print. Model 2600 and 2601. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture. Sofa H. 98. L. 150. Table H. 40. Radius 64 cm. (2)

Ditzel and Fredericia Furniture's first joint project. Ditzel designed the bench in 1989, winning a Japanese design competition almost immediately. The elegant back with its striking geometric decoration is made of 1.5 mm aeroplane plywood - an ultra thin material that is strong, light and flexible. Her inventive choice of material won over 472 other proposals.

Condition

Good condition with minimal patina, including few minor scratches and marks.

Auction

Modern art and design, 31 May 2016

Category
Estimate

15,000–20,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

15,000 DKK  

10 bids

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