After Finn Juhl (1912-1989), NV-45 lounge chair, 1950s, rosewood, upholstery, unsigned, A period version of the NV-45 chair, 26.5"w x 28.75"d x 33.25"h

Catalogue Note: Interior Designer Barry Brukoff specified Finn Juhl's NV-45 chair in his deisgns for the Air India ticket office, which was located on Michigan Ave. in Chicago, IL. However, his client chose to have less expensive rosewood copies manufactured in India. This chair is one of only 2 or 3 examples that were created for the project.

Original finish. Abrasion to the surface of one armrest. Tight crack to one wood block (spacer) at the top of the backrest. There is a screw on each side of the frame where the cross-stretcher attaches. There is an inset round black dot at the tip of each armrest; they appear to be screw covers. Original metal support straps under the seat. No water rings or stains. Minor roughness to the lower edge of one armrest but no losses or chips. Light surface scratches, scuffs and abrasions. Wear to the upholstery with picks and loose threads. Sturdy and structurally sound. Unsigned.