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Jorgen Hovelskov Harp Chair in Ash, Denmark, 1960
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$8,287.04
£6,191.06
€7,000
CA$11,539.29
A$12,398.33
CHF 6,651.68
MX$146,066.59
About the Item
The Harp Chair by Jørgen Høvelskov is one of the most dramatic sculptural forms in Danish modern design. Created in the early 1960s, the chair takes inspiration from Viking ships, with a boldly curved ash frame and hand-tied flag halyard cords that resemble the strings of a harp.
This example is in original condition and very well preserved. The cords remain tight and clean, which is rare for a piece of this age. The ash frame has a warm, natural patina and shows minimal signs of use. Clearly, the chair has been only lightly used.
A true design statement, the Harp Chair is both visually arresting and surprisingly comfortable. It has become increasingly collectible for its unique form, artisanal craftsmanship, and historical relevance in postwar Scandinavian design.
- Creator:Christensen Larsen (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 51.19 in (130 cm)Width: 41.34 in (105 cm)Depth: 44.1 in (112 cm)Seat Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1960
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Knokke-Heist, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8729248244962
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