1st edition set of 4 'Lily' chairs in oak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1969

A rare set of 4 'Seagull' or 'Lily' chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for the Danish National Bank in 1968. The Lily is the last shell chair Arne Jacobsen designed before his death in 1971. The design, which was launched in 1969, is one of Arne Jacobsen’s most expressive, with the most striking contrast between the wide back and the narrow waist. This particular set is made of oak with a beautiful patina and is produced by Fritz Hansen in 1969, the first year of production. They remain in very good condition for their age with some normal traces of use as seen on the pictures. Solid back supports.