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The JH 517 Oak Reading Chair by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, 1951

$14,500
£10,830.81
€12,556.59
CA$20,132.89
A$22,566.37
CHF 11,749.65
MX$275,545.10
NOK 149,177.86
SEK 141,407.19
DKK 93,685.78
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About the Item

A rare oak "Bukkestolen" (reading chair) with exposed frame and upholstered seat and back retaining the original yellow wool upholstery.
  • Creator:
    Johannes Hansen (Maker),Hans J. Wegner (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)Seat Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Newly upholstered and restored.
  • Seller Location:
    Sagaponack, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 7142.0021stDibs: LU89031155460

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