
Description
For your consideration is this stunning vintage c.1950's rocking chair by the famed Scandinavian designer, Ib Kofod-Larsen! Called the Penguin chair, this is one of the designers most iconic designs and a real showcase piece!
The chair is in very good vintage condition as you can see in the photographs, with mild age appropriate wear throughout. Stamped Made in Denmark on the underside of the back rest as shown. It measures 20 3/4" wide, 33" deep and 29 1/2" tall, with a seat height of 17".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The chair is in very good vintage condition as you can see in the photographs, with mild age appropriate wear throughout.
Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 in.
Width: 20.75 in.
Depth: 33 in.
Category: Rocking Chairs
Origin: Denmark
Materials: Wood, Wrought Iron
Creator: Designer: Ib Kofod-Larsen
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The chair is in very good vintage condition as you can see in the photographs, with mild age appropriate wear throughout. Stamped Made in Denmark on the underside of the back rest as shown. It measures 20 3/4" wide, 33" deep and 29 1/2" tall, with a seat height of 17".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The chair is in very good vintage condition as you can see in the photographs, with mild age appropriate wear throughout.
Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 in.
Width: 20.75 in.
Depth: 33 in.
Category: Rocking Chairs
Origin: Denmark
Materials: Wood, Wrought Iron
Creator: Designer: Ib Kofod-Larsen
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The chair is in very good vintage condition as you can see in the photographs, with mild age appropriate wear throughout.
Buyer's Premium
20%
C.1950's Mid Century Modern Ib Kofod-Larsen Penguin Rocker Rocking Chair
Estimate $1,250-$3,740
Starting Price
$500
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