scandinavian design auction: 12 may 2011 | 12 pm cst
wright auction house holds their first Scandinavian Design auction of 2011 on Thursday, May 12th.
Scandinavian Design has proven to be a popular addition to Wright’s auction calendar. From rare and outstanding designs to timeless and classic works, this sale features the preeminent modern designs of Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Sale highlights include a rare Oxford chair for St. Catherine’s College by Arne Jacobsen, two matching folding chaises by Hans Wegner, and a beautiful PK 54 dining table by Poul Kjaerholm as well as stunning stoneware by Wilhelm Kåge, Berndt Friberg, Axel Salto, Stig Lindberg and Bengt Berglund. View all lots online.
The Scandinavian Design sale is comprised of more than 250 lots. Each lot is featured in a specialized, full-color auction catalog. Gallery preview is open through May 12th, 10 am – 5pm at Wright 1440 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL 60642. For additional information about the sale, please contact press [at] wright20 [dot] com or call 312 563 0020.