Josef Frank

Exhibited by Modernity Stockholm

Material Mahogany, hand printed paper 'Nordens flora' by C.A. Lindman & brass handles.

Dimensions 76 x 133 x 44 cm

Place of Creation Sweden

Price Price available upon inquiry

Status Vetted

About the Work

This sophisticated chest of drawers, titled the 'Flora' Model 1050, is a classic creation by the celebrated Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in the 1930s. Renowned as one of Sweden's most influential designers, Frank masterfully combined functionality with artistic design in this timeless piece. Crafted from premium mahogany, the chest is adorned with hand-printed paper from 'Nordens flora' by C.A.

Lindman and complemented by elegant brass handles. The intricate botanical motifs honor the harmony between nature and design, creating a visually stunning and meaningful aesthetic.

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Provenance

Private Swedish Collection

Literature

Wängberg-Eriksson, Kristina, Christer Eriksson, Jan, 'Josef Frank Möbelformgivaren', Carlsson (Sweden) 2014, p.65.
Du Rietz, Anita, 'Skönhet till vardags: Estrid Ericson och Svenskt Tenn', Lorensvik (Sweden) 2018, p.262.