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Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Chair and Ottoman Distributed by Knoll
Originally designed in 1958 for the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, this 1999 authentic production Arne Jacobsen egg chair and corresponding ottoman were manufactured by Fritz Hansen and distributed in the United States by Knoll.
Biomorphic design with soft curves that cradle the body. Sizable seat supported by an aluminum base with both a 360 degree swivel and tilt function for optimal comfort.
The luxe beige cotton / chenille upholstery, which looks misleadingly pink in a few of the images, is original and shows only light wear from age / minor signs of wear (namely, two tiny spots to one of the arms). Upholstery has been cleaned and is ready to go.
Both chair and ottoman retain the Fritz Hansen / Arne Jacobsen 1999 / Knoll Studios / Danish Control labels.
Measures: H 42.5″ x L 34 x D 38.5″
Seat height 15.25″
Arm height 23.25″
Ottoman: H 16.5″ x L 21.5″ D 15.5″ (ottoman’s aluminum base measures 19″ D x 19″ L).
Arne Vodder for Sibast Tambour-Door Teak Credenza Model 37
1950s Danish modern teak credenza (model 37) designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler. Composed of a teak frame with two tambour doors with recessed pulls that slide open to reveal a total of four adjustable shelves (three shorter on the right side and one long on the left) flanked by two shallow drawers in Vodder’s signature ‘bowtie’ form. Finished on both sides and can be used as a room divider. Retains both Danish control tag and “Sibast Furniture Made in Denmark” metal medallion. Expertly refinished condition; only minor wear remains.
Measures: Length 74.5″
Depth 18.5″
Height 31.5″.
Arne Vodder Teak Credenza with Reversible Doors
This impressive teak sideboard was designed in the 1950s by Arne Vodder for Sibast Mobler (Model 29A). It features seven ‘bowtie’ drawers with recessed pulls, two reversible doors (finished black on one side, teak on the other) and a drop down locking cabinet with a black interior and adjustable shelf. The reversible doors offer three different configurations, depending on the preferred aesthetic: one black / one teak, two teak, and two black doors, respectively. Finished on all sides, including the back. Includes the original key.
Condition Notes: Excellent. One spot of discoloration on one of the black side door fronts (faint). otherwise, excellent condition.
H: 31.75″ x W: 98.5″ x D: 18.5″
Art Deco Austrian Banker’s Lamp by Astral
$800.00Adjustable workshop / banker’s lamp by Astral (Austria circa late 1930s – early 1940s) featuring a cast metal base / stem and porcelain enameled-metal green shade. Shade and stem are adjustable (height can only be adjusted at an angle as shown, not straight up and down). Nice condition for the age with spots of enamel loss to the outside and inside of the shade. Measures: Height can be adjusted from 5.75″ to 19.25″ Depth can be adjusted from 6.75″ to 18″ Length (shade length): 10″.
W: 10″ x D: 6.75″ x H: 19.25″
Arthur Umanoff Birch and Iron Bench/Coffee Table with Rush Nesting Stools
$4,500.00Arthur Umanoff slatted birch bench/coffee table with iron legs concealing three nesting stools with rush seats (ca. 1950s, USA).
Compact piece, ideal for smaller rooms with space limitations. Stools are neatly stored under the table until required.
Conservatively refinished condition — wear remains (scuffs to the birch surface and spotting to the seats, as shown).
Each stool measures H: 13.5″ x L: 18″ x D: 13.88″ x Seat Height: 13″
Table H: 15.75″ x L: 59.75″ x D: 14.88″.
Arthur Umanoff for Raymor Iron and Birch-Slat Bar with Stools
Arthur Umanoff bar with two corresponding stools. The stools feature fixed slatted-birchwood seats atop wrought iron bases. Sculptural, unique-form foot rests add striking contrast to an otherwise modest form. (The simple slatted stools are uncommonly seen with this base.)
The bar shares the same sculpted foot rest and birch slat composition and features a newly restored aluminum-framed laminate top. One side is open storage divided by one fixed-shelf. Nice patina / light wear consistent with age (light scuffs to the birch and painted iron). Overall, very nice condition for its age.
Bar measures: H 40.5″ x D 20″ x L 42″ x surface depth 18″
Stools measure: H 42.25″ x D 17″ x L 17.5″ x seat height 28″
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Iron Freestanding Shelving Unit/Etagere
Sculptural wrought iron shelving unit designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard.
Unique, graceful form with three hexagonal shelves in faux wood grain laminated pressboard and a rattan basket. Practical, aesthetically pleasing storage/display solution occupying a small footprint.
Excellent, vintage condition with only minimal, age-appropriate wear (namely, the one spot to the edge of one of the laminated shelves).
H: 56″ x L: 15.75″ x D: 14.25″
Shelves measure L: 14.5″ x D: 13.5″
The height between tiers beginning at the top –
14.5″
14″
10.5″
10.5″
Shelves/basket orientation is fixed, not adjustable.
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Modernist Bench / Settee
Uncommon Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard bench / settee composed of a wrought iron frame with rush back and stained birch-slatted seat.
Dramatic, clean lines and modernist form, showing well from all angles.
Rush is in original condition boasting a rich, natural patina. Seat has been restored; only minor wear remains. Retains the original feet.
Measures: H: 28.75″ x L: 49″ x D: 26.75″
Seat height: 16.5″
Arm height: 27.75″.
Available separately are the lounge chairs and side table.
Arthur Umanoff Iron and Leather Wine Rack
Mid-Century American modern wine rack by Arthur Umanoff composed of twelve leather strap holders and wrought iron frame. Holds six bottles.
H: 13.75″ x W: 9.5″ x D: 10.25″
Arthur Umanoff Iron Obelisk Pyramid-Form Freestanding Shelving Unit/Etagere
$2,800.00Scarcely seen sculptural wrought iron shelving unit designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard.
Unique, graceful pyramid/obelisk-form with four rectangular shelves in faux wood grain laminated pressboard and a rattan basket. Shelves are mounted by screws and can be removed, if a different shelving material is preferred.
Practical, aesthetically pleasing storage/display solution occupying a small footprint.
Good, vintage condition with losses to the shelves, as shown. Remains a visually stunning, structurally sound, rare design by Umanoff. All original condition including all parts (note that the vacant space at the top was designed without a shelf, evidenced by the absence of ‘ledge’ on which the other shelves rest).
H: 70″ x L: 17″ x D: 17.25″
Starting at the top, the shelves/basket measure:
1: L: 10.25″ x D: 8.75″
2: L: 12.63″ x D: 11.25″
3: L: 15″ x D: 13.5″
Basket: L: 17″ x D: 17.25″
4: L: 16.88″ x D: 16.75″
The height between tiers beginning at the top –
17.88″ (pointed top to first shelf)
10.78″ (1st shelf to 2nd)
11.75″ (2nd to 3rd)
14″ (3rd to basket)
8.5″ (basket to bottom shelf)
Shelves/basket orientation is fixed, not adjustable, though all shelves are removable.
Arthur Umanoff Iron Wine Rack with Butcher Block Top
Arthur Umanoff 12-bottle wine rack. Solid wrought iron construction with butcher block top.
H: 18″ x W: 13″ x D: 8″
Arthur Umanoff Maple and Wrought Iron Bar Cart
Uncommon Arthur Umanoff three-tier rolling bar cart with rush trim, wrought iron frame, and slatted-maple construction. White and light blue masonite sliding doors with leather pulls open to reveal a small storage compartment. Features a white laminate surface and woven rush middle tier with white masonite base. Original caster wheels.
Fully restored condition (including the masonite panels and painted laminate surface). Minimal wear and discoloration remain (namely, the darkening to the wood from metal nail oxidation over time).
H: 30.5″ x W: 36.5″ x D: 19.25″