17th Jan, 2023 10:00
Design
385
An Egg chair and ottoman
An Egg chair and ottoman,
modern, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1958, each with red wool upholstery and cast aluminium stand, each labelled,
armchair 89cm wide
80cm deep
106cm high,
ottoman 55.5cm wide
40cm deep
42cm high (2)
Buying this armchair and ottoman at auction could save up to 0.56 tonnes of CO2e compared to buying a new sofa.
The 'Egg Chair' was designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen for the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, and was made by the Danish firm Fritz Hansen. It soon became a symbol of modern design, starring in some of the scenes of the futuristic film '2001: A Space Odyssey'.
Among Arne Jacobsen's other designs for SAS Royal are the 'Egg Chair', 'Swan Chair', 'Swan Sofa', 'Series 3300' and 'Drop Chair' furniture with which Jacobsen has written the history of Danish design all over the world.
The Danish architect was one of the pioneers of the time in using new methods in furniture design, the 'Egg Chair' being a clear example of this. The iconic sofa consists of a one-piece, concave-moulded, glass-fibre reinforced polyurethane shell, which has been covered with an elegant upholstery. The shell has an adjustable tilt mechanism, which can be adjusted to the weight of the individual user. The tilt mechanism is made of steel, while the adjustment handle is made of polished stainless steel. The result, a distinguished, pointed and unique timeless design that will stand the test of time.
Architect and designer, Arne Jacobsen studied for four years at the Copenhagen School of Construction, then entered the Faculty of Architecture at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. His architectural highlights include St. Catherine's College in Oxford, the SAS Hotel in Copenhagen, the headquarters of the National Bank of Denmark in Copenhagen, and the Royal Danish Embassy in London. As a designer, he has created furniture that has become classics, among them the 'Ant' chair (1951) and the 'Swan' and 'Egg' chairs designed for the SAS Hotel. He is also known for his 1955 model 3107 chair, also known as 'Chair number 7', of which more than five million were sold, starring alongside Christine Keeler in Lewis Morley's iconic portrait. His other contribution to popular culture in the media is his designer cutlery, with spoons for both hands, which were chosen for the film '2001: A Space Odyssey' for their futuristic look. The key to the success of Jacobsen's work lies in its elegant and essential design, and it can now be found in collections such as the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and the MoMA in New York, among many others.
The Danish firm Fritz Hansen, founded in 1872, manufactures original, unique, functional and innovative contemporary design furniture. It manufactures its products in its facilities in the north of Copenhagen, making each piece in close cooperation with internationally renowned designers and architects. Its collection includes the Egg Chair and Swan chair, the Series 7 chair, the Ant chair and the Oxford chair by designer Arne Jacobsen, as well as tables and armchairs designed by Danish designers Piet Hein and Poul Kjaerholm.
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We are pleased to present a range of Mid-Century and Modern Design in our 17 January Design sale.
Sold for £1,500
Condition Report
Chair - with wear. One hole to the front of the back seat. Some creases and impressions. Rubber ring cover loose to the underside, Spotting to frame. Label to the ring.
Ottoman - with stains, label worn. Stand spotted.
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Auction: Design, 17th Jan, 2023
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Fri 13 January, 10am - 5pm
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Sun 15 January, 10am - 1pm
Mon 16 January, 10am - 5pm
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