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Vilhelm Lauritzen Bench, Denmark. 1937

$17,470.38
£13,234.21
€15,000
CA$24,202.85
A$27,145.11
CHF 14,215.47
MX$329,839.56
NOK 180,512.70
SEK 171,138.76
DKK 114,206.50

About the Item

Vilhelm Lauritzen, Scandinavian Modern A very rare bench by Vilhelm Lauritzen made for Gladsaxe Town Hall, Söborg, Denmark, 1936-1937. This model was also used for the Danish Embassy in Washington D.C. The seat is made from solid teak with raised back and the base is dark green lacquered metal. A collector's item. Literature: L. Balslev "Vilhelm Lauritzen - En moderne arkitekt", Bergiafonden Aristo, Copenhagen, 1994. Similar model p. 73. About us: 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. We are extraordinarily passionate about Kaare Klint and have over the years gained a significant knowledge of his craftmanship and have included many beautiful Kaare Klint pieces in our inventory. We have a long history of working with international galleries, interior architects and private collectors. Please feel free to contact us for specific requests or if you should wish to arrange a personal viewing.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Steel,Teak,Lacquered,Oiled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1937
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The base has been relaquered. The seat has natural patina to wood.
  • Seller Location:
    Copenhagen, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1541221188942

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