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Swedish Modern Upholstered Sofa, Sweden First half of the 20th Century ‎‎

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Designed in the early phase of what we know today as mid-century modern movement, this charming sofa is a unique piece of evidence of how traditional Swedish craftsmanship was brought into modernism. It beautifully embodies the clean lines and minimalist sensibilities of Scandinavian design.

Thanks to its crescent shape, this sofa is designed to bring people closer together to create a cosy atmosphere, which has been a core concept of Scandinavian design. The shape, from the curving lines to the wood and luxurious upholstery, not only creates an intimate gathering place but also defines the look of an interior. There is a great balance in the design, which is achieved through the clever use of the straight and rounded edges. The roundness is enhanced by the scalloped backrest. Visually, this sofa represents Swedish modernism by rejecting the traditional elements of past styles, such as heavy ornamentation. The dusty hazelnut upholstery stands out, but even with the stylish scalloping, it isn’t loud. Instead, it adds to the modern elegance and homeliness of this sofa. The six wooden legs add an organic feel, balancing out the voluptuous profile. The three pairs of tapered legs assure great structural stability, while also visually enhancing the width of the sofa. From every single angle, this sofa offers stunning lines and a rich texture. Above all, furniture designers of the era believed that design could certainly be used to improve people's lives. Looking at this model, this was evidently a not too far-fetched ideal.

The visual appearance is certainly the main focus of this sofa, but the exquisite craftsmanship under the fully upholstered body also deserves to be highlighted. This sofa has the capacity to anchor and to define the surrounding space.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. 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:
87 in W x 43.89 in D x 28.74 in H; Seat height 16.53 in; Seat depth 23.22 in
221 cm W x 111.5 cm D x 73 cm H; Seat height 42 cm; Seat depth 59 cm

Shipping:
This sofa will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Origin:	Sweden
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Wood, Fabric
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Creation Date:	First half of 20th century
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Dealer Reference #:	20242487
Incollect Reference #:	768449

Dimensions

W.	87.01 in;	H.	28.74 in;	D.	43.9 in;
W.	221 cm;	H.	73 cm;	D.	111.5 cm;

Seat H.	16.54 in;
Seat H.	42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great

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