Hans Wegner

Acquired directly by the present owners in the late 1950s

Grete Jalk, ed., Dansk Moebelkunst gennem 40 aar, Copenhagen, 1987, pp. 325-327
Jens Bernsen, Hans J. Wegner, Copenhagen, 1995, p. 80
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, Scandinavian Design, Cologne, 2002, p. 656

Overall in excellent original condition. The wooden back of the chair with minor scratches and some nicks and dings to the edges. The leather seat with some minor crazing and surface scratches. The leather is slightly loose with some minor indentations as seen in the catalogue illustration. The metal base with pitting, oxidation, discoloration and scattered surface dirt, which is consistent with age and use. The chair has a beautiful acquired patina. The chair and wheels move with ease. With some losses to the chromium-plating, largest loss to the plating of the reverse of the vertical standard of the back, as seen in the detail photograph 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.