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Ib Kofod-Larsen
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Ib Kofod-Larsen
- Pair of "Elizabeth" Easy Chairs and Ottomans, Model No. U-56
- each with producer's branded mark
- Brazilian rosewood and vinyl upholstery
- chairs: height 27 7/8 in.; width 31 1/4 in.; depth 29 1/2 in. each; 70.8 cm; 79.4 cm; 74.9 cm ottomans: height 15 3/8 in.; width 22 1/2 in.; depth 18 in. each; 39.1 cm; 57.2 cm; 45.7 cm
Provenance
Acquired directly from the producer, circa 1960
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Literature
Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, vol 3: 1947-1956, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 364-365
Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, vol 4: 1957-1966, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 12-13 and 48-49
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, San Francisco, 1996, p. 163
Dansk Møbelkunst, Møbeldesign: Danske Klassikere 1927-1964, Copenhagen, 2005, pp. 32-33
Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Møbelkunst gennem 40 aar, vol 4: 1957-1966, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 12-13 and 48-49
Noritsugu Oda, Danish Chairs, San Francisco, 1996, p. 163
Dansk Møbelkunst, Møbeldesign: Danske Klassikere 1927-1964, Copenhagen, 2005, pp. 32-33
Condition
Overall in very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. The wooden frames with minor scattered rubbing, scuffs and surface scratches concentrated to the armrests and the bases of the legs. The proper left armrest of one chair with a chip which measures approximately 1 in (2.5 cm), is stable and not visually disruptive. The same armrest with minor spotting, not visually disruptive The same armest with a tight hairline which has been professionally and sensitively restored, nearly invisible and consistent with the grain of the wood.. The upholstery in very good condition exhibiting only minor signs of wear. A beautiful set in very good original condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.