Pair of Early Series 7 Armchairs by Arne Jacobsen
Two Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Series 7' armchairs, circa 1955 chromed metal frames with black lacquer plywood seats and armrests, stencilled manufacturers stamps note: the early version of the manufacturers stamp indicates that these are likely to be from one of the very first productions of this design in the mid-late 1950's. Scratches and losses to later painted frames. Wear to finish on all arms including loss to veneer approx 1.57 in. to one. Loss of veneer and over-painted on one seat approx 3.94 in. diameter. Rubber support bushes and feet have perished. Scratches and marks throughout the longest 5.91 in. Structurally comprised. Require specialist restoration / conservation and should not used until that point.
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