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Vintage 1980s Joel Donahoe "Lamkin" Life-Size Sheep-Ram Sculpture Bench Ottoman

$2,800
£2,150.28
€2,464.19
CA$3,941.71
A$4,415.58
CHF 2,296.65
MX$53,861.02
NOK 29,239.44
SEK 27,570.71
DKK 18,392.07

About the Item

1980s Joel Donahoe designed life-size Sheep or Ram sculpture, can be used as bench, ottoman or footstool. In the style of Hans-Peter Krafft sheep sculptures. Great decorative conversation piece. Known as the Lambkin benches, these were sold at design centers across the United States. Paperwork Reads : The sheep bodies are fabricated from polyurethane foam with 1/2/ steel reinforcement through body and legs. The back has a 3"pad of foam for comfort. The faces and feet are fiberglass which has been flocked with 1/32" rayon fibers. The horns are fiberglass that have been painted and stained. The faux fur bodies are strong enough to support up to 200 pounds. The sheep are completely washable with a mild shampoo and warm water NO BLEACH. Wash in the same manner as you would a pet and leave in the sun to dry. (Bleach will cause severe discoloration of the flocking.).
  • Similar to:
    Hans Peter Krafft (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Seat Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very fine condition, no issues , no damage or stains noted.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820245498272

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