Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen Early Year PK-80 Daybed, Double Signed

A fine collectors example in impeccable showroom condition of an early production original of the PK-80 Daybed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, with original steel frame, double signed with the EKC logo engraved into two different parts of the lower frame, along with the original wood platform and black button-tufted leather cushion.

These rare original production examples by EKC have become exceedingly hard to find and are extremely sought after by collectors. New production variants by Fritz Hansen lack the collectibility and appeal of the originals by E. Kold Christensen. If you are considering buying a PK-80 daybed, an EKC double-signed example, like this one, will provide much greater long term asset value and appreciation than the newer Fritz Hansen versions. We highly suggest buying an original PK 80 vs the new versions, and in addition we highly suggest not buying an unsigned example. If you are looking at a PK-80 and the dealer is not showing a photo of the signature in the listing, we suggest asking for a clear photo so you can compare and ensure it is the correct one. If it is not signed, we suggest avoiding the purchase, and instead find one that is signed instead.

Originally designed in 1957 for Elvind Kold Christensen, this example produced circa 1960, with all original parts, all in excellent vintage condition, a fine collectors example. The only slight issue is one of the eight rubber bands that is used to hold the wood platform to the steel frame is missing as you can see in the photos. This is not noticeable unless you remove the leather mattress and this does not affect its use at all, or its stability. Each leg has two heavy rubber bands so this leg still has one band and is completely stable and does not affect the daybeds use. We will be working on obtaining another rubber band to complete the rubber connectors and will include it in the sale... if you purchase this daybed before we obtain the additional band we can send it to you post-sale.

This fine collectors example of the PK-80 Daybed by Poul Kjaerholm for E.Kold Christensen would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office.

MEASUREMENTS: H 12.5" x W 76" x D 32.25"

CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition with light patina to the frame - which is what collectors wish to see on these early production (original) examples. They don't want it to be too new or too oxidized or rusted. Just a light patina is what collectors say is perfect - and that is what this example has. The leather is in excellent condition with very minimal wear. This is a fine example of an original EKC production PK-80 daybed and is in fine showroom condition, a prime double-signed collectors example, ready to be used (and loved) immediately.

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