Description

Pair of Hans Wegner "the chair", teak with finger-jointed backs, original black leather seats, each branded "Johannes Hansen Copenhagen Denmark" with "JH" logo, also 25419/160 in ink and stamped, "Den Permanente, Pakkeafdelingen, Struenseegade 7,.." in ink, last line illegible, 29 3/4"h x 25"w x 10 1/2"d. Some age darkening to arms, one with burl inclusion at end of arm, splits and age cracking to both seats, tight joints and minimal surface wear. Item from the Collection of Pat Collins, noted young adult book author, Gloucester Mass., was first owner since new, purchased in Denmark in early 1960's.