Mogens Koch
Bookshelves, set of ten


Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier
Denmark, c. 1955
smoked oak, brass
as shown: 122 h × 90 w × 14 d in (309 × 229 × 36 cm)

Set is comprised of seven bookshelves with open storage and three examples featuring two doors concealing seven shelves, ten drawers, including one set of hardware for hanging folders, and dividers. Decal manufacturer's label to reverse of each example, and interior of each riser 'Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier 45 Norrebrogade Kobenhavn'. Sold with digital copies of the original receipts.

Provenance: Acquired directly from Den Permanente in 1955-1956, Private Collection | Thence by descent

Literature: Lunning Collection of Scandinavian Furniture, distributor's catalog, pg. 63

This work will ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.

Fair to good overall vintage condition. Surface wear throughout consistent with daily use over time including scattered scratches, fading to finish and abrasions. Five keys included, one is broken but available for buyer to recreate. Associated cabinet's locking mechanism isn't operational as-is and may need repair when replacement key is made. Sold with five risers, two for bookcases, and three for cabinets. Upper (open) cabinets: 30 x 30 x 10.75, Lower (closed) cabinets: 30 x 30 x 14, 2 smaller risers: 2 x 30 x 10.75, 3 larger risers: 2 x 30 x 14