SOLD. Niels Holger Rasmussen: A pair of stained oak Art Deco coffee tables. Corners decorated with gilt ornamentation, bottom with pleated brass ribbons. (2) – Bruun Rasmussen Auctioneers of Fine Art

Niels Holger Rasmussen (b. Slagelse 1871, d. Copenhagen 1952, Danish architect)

A pair of stained oak Art Deco coffee tables, mounted on low, carved legs. Corners decorated with gilt ornamentation, bottom with pleated brass ribbons. These examples made approx. 1924–27. H. 49.5 cm. L. 70.5 cm. W. 50 cm. (2)

Provenance: The Grand Lodge-headquarters of the Danish Order of Freemasons, Blegdamsvej in Copenhagen.

Literature: Mirjam Gelfer-Jørgensen [ed.]: “Herculanum paa Sjælland”, the interior of the Freemasons Grand Lodge-headquarters ill. and mentioned pp. 351–352.

Condition Report:
Wear due to age and use, including scratches, marks, notches and chips. One screw missing for ornament.