HVIDT, Peter (1916–1986), MØLGAARD-NIELSEN, Orla (1907–1993) - Lot 177

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HVIDT, Peter (1916–1986), MØLGAARD-NIELSEN, Orla (1907–1993) - Lot 177
HVIDT, Peter (1916–1986), MØLGAARD-NIELSEN, Orla (1907–1993) FRANCE SØN, HILLERØD (Edited by) Armchair known as the “Boomerang,” model “FD 134,” made of teak, with armrests formed of curved slats shaped like a boomerang. Tapered brass legs. Spring-supported seat and backrest, with removable foam cushions covered in beige wool fabric (signs of wear and minor imperfections in the teak finish). Bears the publisher’s label with the “FD” monogram and the signature “Ch. France,” numbered 6103511, the circular brand mark “fd – made in denmark,” and a letter engraved into the wood. Model created in 1956 H 79 cm – W 66.5 cm – D 79.5 cm - History: The model appeared in the 1956–1957 France Daverkosen catalog. The company, founded in 1936 in Hillerød by Charles W. France and Eric Daverkosen, took the name France Søn in 1957 upon the arrival of James France, while retaining the “FD” prefix in its product codes; it was acquired in 1964 by Poul Cadovius and became CADO. The tag bearing Charles France’s signature dates this piece to after 1957.
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