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1940 s Palle Suenson Armchair

$11,750
£8,920.38
€10,283.74
CA$16,622
A$17,895.09
CHF 9,583.17
MX$215,629.48
NOK 120,913.05
SEK 110,654.96
DKK 76,844.22

About the Item

Finely sculpted armchair in rosewood, designed by Danish modernist architect Palle Suenson for Jacob Kjaer, c.1940, Denmark. The chair showcases elegantly curved arms and cross stretchers made of rosewood. It has been newly upholstered in Scandinavian wool textiles. The chair exhibits beautiful grain and an elegant, organic form. Measurements W 27" x D 26" x H 33" Seat Height: 18"
  • Creator:
    Palle Suenson (Designer),Jacob Kjaer (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Rosewood,Oiled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent condition. Finely restored frame in a natural oil, newly upholstered in an off-white wood fabric.
  • Seller Location:
    Oakland, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CH_000012271stDibs: LU950237040182

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