Jacksons at Asprey London 2013
Oct 10 - Nov 23
Nordic Design Masterpieces 1900-1990
Jacksons is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring a unique selection of historical design objects at Asprey's flagship store in London from October 10 - November 23, 2013, curated by designer Hakan Rosenius.
Asprey is renowned for curating and presenting beautiful objects and design from around the world, working with talented designers and expert artisans, across all product categories. Continuing with this sourcing and showcasing the best in design, Hakan Rosenius, one of Asprey´s talented designers, has handpicked a selection of unique objects from Jacksons extensive vintage Scandinavian collection.
"I have always had a great interest in 20th century design and have known Jackson´s gallery for many years. Jacksons has the most extraordinary collection of 20th century design pieces so it´s fantastic to have this opportunity to curate this exhibition of some of their most unique pieces at Asprey."
Hakan Rosenius, Design Consultant for Asprey.
The exhibit will take place at the Asprey flagship store, the exhibition rooms, 167 New Bond Street, London W1S 4AY.
No.7261. Rare Tapio Wirkkala Table in laminated birch and ebonised solid wood. One of three known to be produced. Manufacterd by Cabinetmaker Martti Lindqvist together with the Tapio Wirkkala. Made in 1953.
No.8639. Malmsten Sofa, pair of armchairs, and table in rosewood, inlays of several different fruit woods. Ca 1940.
No.7972. Fritz Henningsen Wingback Chair and Footstool. Natural leather and oak legs, original buttons. Rare example with footstool.
Fritz Henningsen had been both a cabinet maker and retailer. Ca 1940.
No.7452. Hjorth Desk & Chair. Oak and original leather and leather covered buttons. Exhibited at the Stockholm exhibition 1930. Metal Label R35325-C MÖB. Model "Funkis".