Attributed to Viggo Boesen Sofa (1940s)

  • 29 x 76 x 36 in. (73.7 x 193 x 91.4 cm)

    Mongolian lamb fur, stained oak

    Inquiry from Sotheby's

  • Bruun Rassmussen, Copenhagen, December 2, 2014, lot 900

    Acquired from the above by the present owner

  • Overall in very good condition. The sheepskin is in excellent condition throughout. The wood overall with light surface scratches and abrasions. The proper right wooden arm with two slightly more pronounced indentations measuring approximately 1/2 in. each and not visually distracting. The proper left rear leg with an edge abrasion measuring approximately 2 1/4 in. long. The proper right rear leg with a hairline crack measuring approximately 5 in. long, stable and not visually distracting.

Attributed to Viggo Boesen

Pair of Easy Chairs (1940s)

  • 28 x 31 x 34 in. (71.1 x 78.7 x 86.4 cm) each

    Mongolian lamb fur, stained oak

    Inquiry from Sotheby's

  • for one chair:

    Bruun Rassmussen, Copenhagen, November 25, 2014, lot 825

    Acquired from the above by the present owner

    for the second:

    Bruun Rassmussen, Copenhagen, December 2, 2014, lot 519

    Acquired from the above by the present owner

  • Overall in excellent condition. The sheepskin is in excellent condition throughout. The wood overall with light surface scratches and abrasions typical with age and gentle use. The proper left front leg of one chair with two minute edge abrasions, each measuring approximately 1/8 in. and not noticeable unless closely inspected.

Attributed to Viggo Boesen (1979)

  • The Attributed to Viggo Boesen Sofa and Pair of Easy Chairs are remarkable pieces of furniture that exude a unique blend of style and comfort. The sofa and chairs are attributed to the Danish designer Viggo Boesen and date back to the 1940s. The furniture is made of stained oak and Mongolian lamb fur, which provides a soft and luxurious texture. The design of these pieces is an excellent example of Boesen's use of organic shapes and materials in his furniture, which emphasizes comfort and relaxation.

  • The use of Mongolian lamb fur in the Attributed to Viggo Boesen Sofa and Pair of Easy Chairs raises questions about the ethical use of animal resources in design. The use of natural materials, including animal fur, in furniture design can serve as a reminder of our connection to the natural world and the importance of preserving our environment. By collecting and appreciating pieces like the Attributed to Viggo Boesen Sofa and Pair of Easy Chairs, we can also contemplate our impact on the planet and strive to find ways to live more sustainably. Additionally, as these pieces are attributed to a well-known designer from the 1940s, they hold historical and aesthetic value as examples of mid-century modern design.

  • USD 16,510 Sofa

    USD 35,560 Pair of Easy Chairs

    (USD 52,070 Whole Set)

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