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In the 1950s, Italian design took a crucial turn from the technical, formal and artistic point of view. Designers took tips from names in contemporary art and architecture like Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer and F. L. Wright. A natural fit, considering that most of the Italian designers were architects and engineers.

This sofa aesthetically predates the great industrial era, with a more classic look and materials. With elegance and functionality at the core of the design, there is an unmistakeable Italian vibe to this piece. Like Scandinavian mid-century design, Italian design liked to blend form with function, which is evident here as well. The body is gently curved, with the three seats sectioned with the seat cushions. These give the sofa a cosy and modern look, while also emphasizing the main curve. The design is quite ‘social’ in the sense that it encourages interaction thanks to its shape. At the same time, the design is also very open, which is the result of the absence of armrests and its sheer size. The body is supported by six, symmetrically arranged tapered legs. The wooden legs add a detail that is characteristic of mid-century modernism.

Generally, Italian designers like shapes that are very fluid and pleasant. Because of their emotional and suggestive charge, they appear simple and yet complex at the same time. Here, the so-called banana shape, the tapered wooden legs, and the elegant, green velvet upholstery create this charge that is explicitly Italian.

Condition:

In vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Traces of wear and use. This sofa comes with its original upholstery or has been reupholstered by a previous owner. Although the upholstery looks good at first glance, we would recommend reupholstering. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

94.48 in W x 28.14 in D x 33.07 in H; Seat height 17.71 in

240 cm W x 71.5 cm D x 84 cm H; Seat height 45 cm

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This beautiful Swedish two-seater sofa is an early example of Nordic mid-century modern design and of outstanding craftsmanship with a quality that honours the materials and their users. Swedish Modern is an inheritance coming from a rich tradition of beauty loving people who were courageous enough to break away from the past to entertain new forms of living.

The main principles of Swedish Modernism centre around minimalism, simplicity, and functionalism. This sofa not only follows these principles, but also offers plenty of visually arresting qualities. Starting from the curved wooden armrests covered in fabric, the tufted backseat adorned with buttons in a diamond shape to the decorative carvings on the front legs. The clean and elegant lines of the design let the original upholstery and the solid wood legs and arms stand out. This is especially apparent in the front, where the arms and legs are formed from a single piece of wood. The expert Swedish craftsmanship, - rooted in traditional folk crafts - is clearly visible throughout the structure. The soft upholstery and the voluptuous, loose seat cushion guarantee comfort. The mix of the bold, yet restrained colours and the smooth edges and lines of the wood were used expertly to create an elegant, arresting piece.

Nordic textiles are beloved, people around the globe are fascinated by the eccentric and classic designs. However, it is rare to find a sofa with its original, stunning upholstery in such a good condition, which is why this model is an exceptional find.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa comes with its original upholstery or has been reupholstered by a previous owner. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

64.56 in W x 31.49 in D x 34.64 in H; Seat height 17.32 in; Arm height 23.62 in

164 cm W x 80 cm D x 88 cm H; Seat height 44 cm; Arm height 60 cm

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This pair of spectacular armchairs by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh, is a rather rare example of the interior and furniture designer’s repertoire. With a creative and masterfully crafted wooden structure, these chairs deserve the limelight in Swedish design history.

These chairs combine function and aesthetic in a striking manner, keeping the form in service of the user while keeping it elegant and modern. The union of the shell-shaped body and the back legs’ structure define this model. While made of entirely different materials, their lines manage to resemble and complement each other, resulting in a harmonious appearance. The back legs not only support the bodies, but also rise to form the support for the armrests. The clear lined frame of this pair contrasts beautifully with the angled seating and gives the pair an open and very photographical appearance. The armrests’ black paint is a small, but ingenious detail, that highlights their form and create a focal point. Due to the well-chosen proportions, angled back, and the high-quality of the design, the chairs are very comfortable.

In Sweden, “svensk design” (Swedish design) in particular operates as a set of relations linking the everyday world - composed of objects, spaces, people - to the cultural ideologies that motivate the persistence of a social democratically infused “way of life.” Thanks to this sentiment, cabinetmakers, like Seffle Möbelfabrik, put an emphasis on soft elegance and functionality, making these chairs timeless in every sense of the word.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The black paint has partially worn off with time. These chairs come with their original upholstery or have been reupholstered by a previous owner. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

26.77 in W x 32.28 in D x 31.88 in H; Seat height 15.35 in

68 cm W x 82 cm D x 81 H; Seat height 39 cm

About the designer:

Swedish furniture designer Svante Skogh is best known for his mid-century designs produced by Seffle (sometimes written as Säffle) Möbelfabrik. Throughout his career in the 1950s and 1960s, he worked with a number of furniture producers. Despite his famous designs, not a lot is known about the designer. His designs ranged from coffee tables to seating, such as his famous Bodö Series from 1957. Many of Skogh’s designs have survived and are highly sought after on the vintage market today. ~H.

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Bejra Möbel was a Swedish manufacture operating in the first half of the 20th century in the Swedish town of Tibro, a well-known centre of the furniture industry in Sweden. Furniture from Bejra Möbel raised the level of design in Sweden and was often presented in the trade press. As this pair of armchairs show, their models were distinguished by excellent production quality and modern design.

This pair of armchairs has a clear preoccupation with mid-century modern design characteristics, including gently rounded lines, an open profile, and quality materials. There is a certain gentleness to the design, which many would call the ‘feminine touch’. The designer’s fascination with classic English upholstered furniture and style is clearly visible in these armchairs, however, the English inspiration is combined with Swedish ideals. The enveloping backrests dictate the shape of these chairs, as they visually form most of the structure. Similarly to club chairs - that are favourites for modernist enthusiasts - these chairs’ arms constitute a single piece with the backs, resulting in a wide design profile. The line tracing is very clear, with outward curving armrests, defined seats and button tufting. In service of comfort are the soft, fully upholstered bodies in a textured velour fabric in a warm pink colour. The design is just as focused on the aesthetics as on employing exquisite techniques and materials. These chairs provide a high level of comfort thanks to their gently enveloping backs and seat cushions. The light coloured, tapered wooden feet are unmistakeable Scandinavian elements of the design, adding the traditional organicity of wood to the look. The back legs are splayed, thus providing plenty of structural support.

The most traditional use for club chair-like models is in the living room, but they work especially well in an open floor plan. The early mid-century modern aesthetic of this pair lends itself well to most styles as it is timelessly elegant and high-quality in terms of materials and execution.

Condition:

In vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs come with their original upholstery or have been reupholstered by a previous owner. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

30.31 in W x 31.1 in D x 28.54 in H; Seat height 16.14 in; Arm height 21.85 in

77 cm W x 79 cm D x 72.5 cm H; Seat height 41 cm; Arm height 55.5 cm

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The term Swedish Modern was quickly established as a reinterpretation of modernity during the 1940s, and the new Swedish Modern style, early and square functionalism was replaced by a freer and more artistic ideal. These qualities define this pair of armchairs, completed by the lovely upholstery and its vivid colour.

The Swedish Modern style is so popular because it speaks to both our tidy tendencies and our desire to live in inviting and comfortable settings. These armchairs have a very precise, defined outline, enhanced by the wooden lines framing the upholstered body on the arms, and by the beautiful trimming running down from the back to the armrests. Like the shape, the upholstery is tight, and impeccably done. Yet instead of being uptight, these chairs still exude warmth and the Scandinavian cosiness we tend to seek for our homes. The curving back and armrests are welcoming, and unmistakeable of the era’s design in Sweden. The tapered legs complement the design by their simplicity.

Swedish Modern made the Swedish form widely known. This second generation of 'functionalists' affirmed craftsmanship, tradition, and history. The new style thus signalled both status, unassuming and sensitive awareness right up to the 1960s. The country had a second international breakthrough at the end of the 1930s - under the term Swedish Modern, and a third one that is happening right now, and looking at this pair of armchairs, it is unlikely to end anytime soon.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs come with their original upholstery or have been reupholstered by a previous owner. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

29.53 in W x 32.68 in D x 33.07 in H; Seat height 15.75 in

75 cm W x 83 cm D x 84 cm H; Seat Height 40 cm