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Rare Executive Desk Chair in Walnut, Brass and Leather, Palle Suenson, 1940s
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Palle Suenson & Jacob Kjær - Scandinavian Modern
A rare executive desk chair by Danish Modenist Architect Palle Suenson (1904-1987) and cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær (1896-1957) a special order for the executive offices in Burmeister & Wain in Copenhagen, 1948.
The armchair has a swivel function that also will adjust the height. The materials are walnut, brass and leather with brass nails.
Literature:
Danske kunsthåndværkeres arkiv, The library at The Danish Museum of Art & Design.
Excellent condition, very comfortable and arketype of an executive desk chair.
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We specialise in fine works of original twentieth-century design with specific focus on Scandinavian design from the period 1930 to 1960. We procure items that have a history and/or have a particular aesthetic from the period.
Our collection represents some of the finest examples of craftsmanship, architecture, and high-grade design by the most renowned Scandinavian 20th Century designers including Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Poul Henningsen, Alvar Aalto, Paavo Tynell, Estrid Ericson, Poul Kjærholm, Mogens Lassen and Josef Frank.
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- Creator:Palle Suenson (Designer),Jacob Kjaer (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.65 in (88 cm)Width: 25.99 in (66 cm)Depth: 26.78 in (68 cm)Seat Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1948
- Condition:Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstery in oiled natural leather that will time get a more and more beautiful patina.
- Seller Location:Copenhagen, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1541222028512
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