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European Armchairs in Mongolian Shearling, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In Europe, Mid-Century Modern design is a remarkable combination of concern for comfort and materiality melded with a desire for Shaker-like clarity. As these chairs show, the aesthe...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Rare "Eared" Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Bengt Ruda
Located in Utrecht, NL
This cosy midcentury lounge chair by Bengt Ruda is an exceptional find, as this “eared” version is one of the designer’s rarest designs. The combination of the Swedish designer’s IDE...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Lilla Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Robin Berrewaerts Black Eboninzed Oak Bench, Belgium 21st Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Robin Berrewaerts’s black oak bench is hand-sculpted and made of ebonized oak with an oil finish. Each piece is a unique expression, attacking the wood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Post-Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Marco Comolli "CP1" Lounge Chair for ICF De Padova, Italy, 1960s
By Marco Comolli, ICF De Padova
Located in Utrecht, NL
The design of the “CP1” dates to 1963, an era when experimentation with new forms and materials was still ongoing in Italy. The results - as demonstrated by these chairs - preserved ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Giorgio Armani Chestnut Constructivist Side Chairs, Italy, 1990s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed by Giorgio Armani, these side chairs have the same elegant aesthetic the designer is known for. The precision of construction is evident, with a result that feels modern as ...
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1990s Italian Minimalist Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Accent Chair with Metal Legs, Europe, circa 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Among the many excellent European Mid-Century Modern designs, some were well-known for their flair for the dramatic, which becomes evident upon looking at this accent chair. In many ...
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist "Little Adam" Armchair, Sweden, 1950s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Little Adam” chair model is from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection from the Triva Series, which was created in 1958 by Kerstin Hörlin-...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Cabinetmaker Wingback Chair with Stained Wood Legs, Sweden, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern is to-the-point and no-nonsense, much like the straightforward interior style, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This characteristic 1940s winged...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chair, Finland, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Nordic perspective on cabinetmaking is exceptional, and Finland is no exception, quite the opposite. Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous f...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa in Taupe Faux Shearling, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern style celebrated functionality, and this is still a key tenant when decorating homes of the 21st century. And it is no surprise, because the furniture from this pe...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Faux Fur
Contemporary Solid Wood Low Chairs, Asia, 21st Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Contemporary interior design refers to the style of the moment, which means it is constantly evolving with time. These low chairs are about recognizing beauty in humble simplicity while showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.
Low chairs have been common around Asia for centuries. These types of chairs, like the Japanese “zaisu” or the traditional Indian “Pida” chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Other Chairs
Materials
Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair in Wool with Footstool, Denmark, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Mid-Century Modern furniture reflected Scandinavian materials and craftsmanship and mixed them with a modern style, and the period from roughly 1940 through 1960 was a high point for Danish furniture makers. This set shows why.
This particular chair silhouette has been popular since the 1930s, from around the time Flemming Lassen designed the overstuffed easy chair, the “Tired Man”, for The Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Competition in 1935. The curved and organic lines of the design create an elegant silhouette for both the chair and ottoman. The design of this chair is characterized by organic, curved shapes that create a cosy and welcoming sensation. Since the enveloping back forms the arms as well but doesn’t reach all the way to the beginning of the seat, the design is very open and appears light. The gentle lines are highlighted by the soft wool blend upholstery that uniquely covers the entire bodies of the chair and footstool, including the legs as well. As a representation of early modernist seating...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
European Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Europe, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern, a design movement devoted to timeless functionalism established itself in the post-war period with furniture that appealed to the senses. Furniture design was guided by the famous maxim: “Form follows function.”
For midcentury designers, materials were used for their own distinct; often a piece of furniture would combine only two materials or colours – creating tension and harmony without fuss or superfluous ornament and these fully upholstered lounge chairs are perfect examples of this sentiment. The duality of two materials and colour scheme create an elegant, self-supporting, and enticingly functional design. The combination of solid wood and high-quality upholstery is traditional in mid-century design for a good reason. The two materials complement each other by highlighting their unique material qualities. This pair falls into the category of the so-called biomorphic midcentury: furniture that relished in organic, curved, smooth surfaces, design that was moulded into the shapes of natural occurrences, and which was a lively contrast to the more austere machine aesthetic...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Laila" Sofa by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Laila” models from the series by the Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen originates from 1948, with the earliest original drawings kept in the Lahti City Museum in their Lappalainen Collection. Designed in the halcyon phase of what we know today as mid-century modern, this charming sofa is a unique evidence of how traditional Finnish craftsmanship was brought into modernism.
This sofa is from the Finnish designer’s most famous series called “Laila”. The design became sought after by collectors even in its production time, which is quite rare in the case of Nordic mid-century modern furniture. Lappalainen was a renowned designer, famous for his designs’ comfort. Some of his designs even received medical approval because they had such a good seating that it prevented back problems. As an essentially Finnish modern piece, this sofa is built around the core characteristics of the era: gently rounded edges, tapered wooden legs, and a generous, fully upholstered body. The style was modelled on the Swedish and Danish furniture of the time, including the round edges and generous seat cushion and back with three large tufted buttons. In the absence of ornamentation, the three large tufted buttons on the back stand out, creating depth as they sink into the textured green fabric. The design has the “classic Nordic look”, which explains the contemporary popularity of this sofa both among the public and museums. The modern aesthetic is further elevated by the textured, premium upholstery that complements the shape and the wooden, tapered legs as well.
Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions. This sofa was created for Asko, the Finnish furniture manufacturing company founded in 1918 by Aukusti Asko Avonius, known for the production of high-quality furniture. By 1930 the company had developed into the largest furniture chain in Finland and the largest supplier of furniture in the Scandinavian countries. Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila...
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Solid Pine Tripod Stool, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This stool is aesthetically, a tempered Modernism in design: clean forms without exaggeration with the high-quality work of Danish cabinetmakers. Humble in its material and size, thi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Three-Seater Sofa, Europe, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern is to-the-point and no-nonsense, much like the straightforward interior style, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This three-se...
Category
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Contemporary Solid Wood Low Chairs, Asia, 21st Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Contemporary interior design refers to the style of the moment, which means it is constantly evolving with time. These low chairs are about recognizing beauty in humble simplicity while showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.
Low chairs have been common around Asia for centuries. These types of chairs, like the Japanese “zaisu” or the traditional Indian “Pida” chairs have very short or no legs at all. These chairs are inspired by these predecessing traditional seating...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Modern Upholstered Armchairs with Tapered Feet, Italy, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Mid-Century Modern era is notable for its blending of Classic modern design elements with a slightly more updated feel. This beautiful pair of Italia lounge chairs has a Classic, comfortable style that is a prime example of the best qualities of what is referred to as Modernism in European design.
Several key factors define the Italian approach to design: respect for craftsmanship, quality materials and finally, an elegant, high-end look. Upholstered cabinetmaker chairs may seem similar at first sight; however, each model’s individuality becomes evident upon closer inspection. In these chairs’ case, their thick, welcoming shape and the sleek, tapered wooden feet Stand out immediately. The design has achieved a perfect balance between form and function, in which aesthetics and utility come together in a purely Mid-Century Modern manner. The fully upholstered wooden frames rest on dark lacquered wood legs. The feet are splayed to support stability, while their stylish dark colour contrast to the elegant, light upholstery. The backs are relatively low, enhancing the stylish look along with the thick arms, backs, and seat cushions. Together these design elements create a modern look with the beloved organic, curvy aesthetic. The exceptionally soft, textured fabric highlights the bodies’ rounded edges and sheer volume.
Italy was especially passionate about furniture and product design during the mid-century, an area where the country remained faithful to a figurative repertoire of substantial classicism, while not disdaining impulses of authentic modernity. As a result, Italian modern furniture...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Oak Easy Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
By Puunveisto OY, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of rare oak easy chairs showcases the homely curviness that defined the design of the 1950s in the Nordic countries. Hiort af Ornäs developed the model for his own furnitur...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Tellus" Sofa by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By Folke Jansson, SM Wincrantz 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
Sweden contributed to the progression of form and function in its own way based on long-standing traditions, natural resources, and the critical, yet often coincidental, availability...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Modern Upholstered Armchair by Axel Larsson
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, Sweden, Ca 1950s
By Axel Larsson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Axel Larsson was an incredibly productive Swedish furniture architect and designer with a more than 50-year long career. This armchair is a rarity, despite Larsson being most well-known for his furniture series designed for and mass-produced by SMF Bodafors.
This particular chair takes inspiration from the uplifting, pared-down aesthetic of Scandinavian design. The design consists of a smooth sculptural frame crafted in curved and stained wood that frames a finely tailored seat and back. The streamlined design of the wood structure immediately stands out for its pronounced lines and airy construction. It shows off the architectural precision put into both the design and into the execution. The curve of the arms and legs - formed of a single piece of wood - defines the look and is perfectly balanced by the straight stretchers connecting the legs. The other defining feature is the obtuse angle created by the reclined position of the back and the raised seat. This angle is also followed by the frame and as a result the aesthetic is dynamic but still exudes the functional cosiness of Swedish design. There is a clear emphasis on comfort, from the tilted back to the sculpted, wide armrests and the seat cushion. The light upholstery complements that dark stained wood by creating an apparent contrast both in colour and texture. Axel Larsson also designed furniture for individual carpenters in Stockholm; these were made in small numbers, and this armchair may be one of these rare designs.
Swedish Modern style is delicately scaled, using tapering legs and clever but simple solutions as seen on this chair as well. Subtitled “A Movement Towards Sanity in Design”, it also describes quality and the ability to lend grace to the daily chores of life.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair 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:
25.59 in W x 30.31 in D x 30.9 in H; Seat height 21.65 in; Arm height 25.19 in
65 cm W x 77 cm D x 78.5 cm H; Seat height 55 cm; Arm height 64 cm
About the Designer:
Axel Larsson was born in 1898 in Torp socken, Sweden. Larsson was a professional for more than 50 years and belonged to a handful of furniture and interior designers who played a major role and influenced the development of their professional sphere.
He grew up in Medelpad, and as a young carpenter's apprentice, he was given the opportunity to study further in Stockholm as a furniture designer through a scholarship from 1916 to 1920. In parallel with his studies at the Higher School of Art and Design, he was a furniture designer under Carl Malmsten during his work with furniture for Stockholm City Hall...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Corner Sofa with Faience Table, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
The duo of Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and their company, Votre Maison denote a landmark of French mid-century design history. This brilliant corner sofa with faïence desig...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Ceramic
European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Bouclé, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Perhaps the most significant achievement of mid-century European designers and cabinetmakers, at the height of mid-twentieth century modernist design, was their ability to humanize w...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Italy, Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Though mid-century Italian designers may not have the name recognition as some of their Scandinavian and American counterparts, they were integral to developing a modern aesthetic in...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
“Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 3 Segments by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, thanks to its great success both in terms of the public and critics. It is constantly featured in most international design museums and in the film sets that have defined the collective imagination.
The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The seven generous segments of the “Camaleonda” was manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity.
The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The seven modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.”
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The three pieces have all been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé 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:
98.42 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H; Seat height 13.77 in
250 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H; Seat height 35 cm
Literature:
Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341.
About the designer:
Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina.
He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design.
His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
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 us...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Åldermannen" Winged Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten’s life's work spans nearly sixty intense years and his legacy is considered a national treasure in Sweden. He created a number of furniture classics including these rar...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mario Bellini Modular "Camaleonda" Sofa in Four Segments for B&B, Italy 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words for ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through five decades of design history as a true icon.
The elements that made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks, and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is specifically this unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.”
The modules of this sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. Considering the inherently modern and innovative design, this shall comes as no surprise.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules are upholstered in a brown velour 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:
Large segments:
147.63 in W x 37.79 in D x 26.37 in H; Seat height 15.35 in; Arm height 19.68 in
375 cm W x 96 cm D x 67 cm H; Seat height 39 cm; Arm height 50 cm
Literature:
Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341.
About the designer:
Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina.
He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design.
His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Teak Upholstered Armchairs with Slat Armrests, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In December 2016, the term "hygge" was so popular that the New York Times ran an explainer on the concept. This ideal of comfortable conviviality can be expressed in many ways, inclu...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carved Oak Accent Chair, Europe 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This armchair has a charmingly peculiar look that makes it a perfect accent chair. It is familiar and cosy, yet also unique in its appearance thanks to the creative overflow that cha...
Category
Vintage 1930s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Chapo Set of Six "S34" Elm Wood Chairs, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
Dining room chair “S34” has the playful and majestic characteristics typical of Pierre Chapo's emblematic creations. Asymmetrical, yet perfectly balanced, this model belongs with the designer’s famous “Sfax” table.
This model is one of those designs where the aesthetic is elevated, and the individual features enhanced when the same models are put together. Said aesthetic is based on the cross-legged base that corresponds to the design of the backrest, which is slightly offset from the middle. Made from Chapo's favourite wood, elm, these chairs have a rustic style with architectural precision. This comes as no surprise, as Pierre Chapo trained as an architect in Paris and this knowledge becomes evident in his elaborate structural solutions. The slightly more rounded edges show that these chairs are an older, authentic version of the “S34” model. The cross-legged bases match the backs that are slightly placed out of the middle, enhancing the masterful asymmetry that not only distinguishes the design, but also adds a sense of playfulness. The overall look is very sleek, and combined with details like the visible joinery and the solid wooden structure, this set is perfectly imperfect, which is a conscious, Chapo-esque ideal.
Chapo's work originated by means of special commissions that would later be adapted to universal needs. Chapo was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's balanced lines, Corbusier's research on proportions and the Bauhaus. The three principles that motivated Pierre Chapo were material, form, and function. Despite his love for the imperfect, he measured his furniture by means of the golden ratio and used elm wood as his preferred material. These “S34” chairs...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Velour Two-Seater Sofa with Solid Wood Legs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The designer of this sofa evidently attached great and equal importance to form and function. With an open design profile, this two-seater sofa carries with it some of the fundamental characteristics and ideals of mid-century modernism.
Clutter-free and disciplined, this low sitting sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Lounge Chair with Stained Beech Legs by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern evolved from the craft traditions of cabinetmaking in Denmark, bolstered by the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibitions from the 1920s onwards. It was further energi...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Samsas” is for many the most associated series with Carl Malmsten. The designer devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country man...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
European Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Wooden Legs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These unique, elegant lounge chairs take stylistic inspiration from both French period and Italian modern seating designs. The design incorporat...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
“Laila” Armchairs by Ilmari Lappalainen
Attr.
for Asko, Finland, 1950s
By Asko, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Laila” model by the Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen originates from 1948, with the earliest original drawings kept in the Lahti City Museum in their Lappalainen Collection.
This pair of “nr. 238” armchairs are from the Finnish designer’s most famous series called “Laila”. The design became sought after by collectors even in its production time, which is quite rare in the case of Nordic mid-century modern furniture. Lappalainen was a renowned designer, famous for his designs’ comfort. Some of his designs even received medical approval because they had such a good seating that it prevented back problems. These armchairs have a cosy modern style, modelled on the Swedish and Danish furniture of the time, including the round edges and generous seat cushion and back with tufted buttons. The bodies have the classic Nordic look, which explains the contemporary popularity of these armchairs both among the public and museums. The modern aesthetic is further elevated by the textured, premium upholstery that complements the shape and the wooden, tapered legs as well. Sheepskin is the ultimate material for comfort, warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It elevates the sheer size and shape of the chair, especially its back.
Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions. These chairs were created for Asko, the Finnish furniture manufacturing company founded in 1918 by Aukusti Asko Avonius, known for the production of high-quality furniture. By 1930 the company had developed into the largest furniture chain in Finland and the largest supplier of furniture in the Scandinavian countries. After the war, the damage it caused and the new homes of Karelian migrants concentrated production on essential furniture, which the Finnish Ministry of Public Affairs ordered to sell at an affordable price. Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila...
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Northern European Curved Three-Seater Sofa, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The curved, or banana sofa is often thought of as the most ubiquitous piece of furniture. While a sofa with a rounded shape is not ground-breaking, it has typically been reserved for...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Albert Haberer Cherry Wood Chairs for Hermann Fleiner, Germany 1950s
By Hermann Fleiner, Albert Haberer
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of Arts and Crafts chairs is a version of the perhaps most well-known model of German designer, Albert Haberer. The spindle ba...
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Twisted Cord Trimming, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Danish Modern” is a recognized term around the world standing for the characteristic style of Danish design created during the 20th century. As this elegant three-seater sofa shows, the style is characterized by clarity in design and extremely high quality in craftsmanship and choice of materials.
Thanks to its subtle but pronounced curves, this sofa is inherently elegant while also keeping the warmth and cosiness that is often associated with mid-century Danish design. The standout visual element is the scalloped back that echoes the legacy of Art Deco that had a lasting influence on the Nordic countries as well. Many of the well-known Danish architects felt the urge to try their hands at “Nordic Art...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Swedish three-seater sofa recalls the distinctive curves of the Art Deco period, while material and cabinetmaking-wise being a true Swedish Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape, this sofa is exceptionally cosy and elegant, a statement piece that is also referred to as a conversation sofa...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Børge Mogensen designed for function more than sculptural effect. Daybed Model 190 was designed in 1954 for Fredericia Furniture and shows Mogensen’s strong design ideals putting functionality and longevity first.
Among the great mid-20th century Danish furniture designers, Børge Mogensen distinguished himself with his faith in traditional values of craftsmanship and honesty of materials. He focused on making pieces that were simple, durable and comfortable, while his chief tenets were quality of construction and simplicity of line. Even though he was a classicist, who believed that furniture forms should evolve from those of historical models, Mogensen shared the aesthetical sensibilities of his most forward-looking colleagues. This daybed has a simple look with understated elegance executed from high-quality materials. The solid oak construction stands on four round, tapered legs and has a lamella top with an upholstered mattress on it. Since the aesthetic is dominated by straight lines, the mattress has button tufting to bring depth into the appearance and accentuate the light coloured fabric. Paired with the blonde oak, the result is elegant and timeless, an aesthetic that can easily complement any style.
Danish furniture maker Fredericia Stolefabrik was founded in 1911 by N. P. Ravnsø in an industrial port town of the same name. From the start, Ravnsø built Fredericia's reputation on quality and hired only the most skilled craftsmen he could find. In 1955, the Ravnsø family sold Fredericia to Andreas Graversen, whose first order of business would be to hire Børge Mogensen as head of design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The mattress 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:
76.37 in W x 32.87 in D x 10.82 in H (excl. mattress)
194 cm W x 83.5 cm D x 27.5 cm H (excl. mattress)
About the designer:
Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinetmaker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950, he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ernst Martin Dettinger Set of "6057" Ash Chairs, Germany 1950s
By Ernst Martin Dettinger
Located in Utrecht, NL
The design of model “6057” dates to 1955, and shows the design heritage of the Bauhaus with unmistakeable mid-century modern touches.
While the appearance of these chairs may seem uncluttered and simple at first glance, they subtly show the influential design schools, the Werkbund design and crafts association, and the Bauhaus legacy, illustrating the interconnections between design and contemporary history, everyday culture and the global political context in divided Germany. A (semi-)official encouraged/forced acceptance of a “gute Form” took place in Germany, which, in both the west and the east, was widely, although not exclusively, understood as a continuation of the reduced, rationalized, ornament free forms of inter-War Functionalist Modernism. These chairs are good examples of this with a streamlined, modernist look. Each of the six chairs is made of quality ash wood with a beautiful grain and colour. The subtly angular structure features straight and curved edges, combining the organicity of traditional craftsmanship and the architectural know-how of mid-century furniture designers, such as Ernst Martin Dettinger. The design is in the vein of the iconic Windsor chair as the backs are constructed of slender spindles that are socketed into the solid wooden seats. The thicker spindles extending downward form the legs, and those extending upward form the backs. The masterfully sculpted and symmetrically arranged individual spindles undeniably define the overall look, but the seats and tapered legs are just as appealing. The seats are upholstered in a soft fabric enhancing the sitting and visual comfort as well.
The design of this set of six offers plenty visually with a striking construction and personality. The details, such as the joinery and woodworking reveal the high quality craftsmanship of the manufacturer, Lucas Schnaidt...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Malmsten "Stora Furulid" Armchair for OPE-Möbler Jönköping, Sweden 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
There is a certain “Malmstenesque” charm to the Swedish designer’s pieces that manifests in the gentle but defined curves, cosy appearance and in the modern way Carl Malmsten skilfully carried the heritage of traditional allmoge (folk art) design.
The expression “Swedish Modern” was first used at the 1939 New York World Fair, when the designer introduced the model “Oskar”. Similarly to that model, Malmsten remained a traditionalist, mainly concerned with comfort regarding the “Stora Furulid...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Chapo "S34" Elm Wood Chair, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
Dining room chair “S34” has the playful and majestic characteristics typical of Pierre Chapo's emblematic creations. Asymmetrical, yet perfectly balanced, this model belongs with the...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Beech and Wicker Czechoslovakian Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Less famous than their Western European contemporaries, Czechoslovakian prolific creators were no less talented. They were asked not to design artistically but to create furniture fo...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Beech
“Model V11” Three-Seater Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
This free-standing sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of Illum Wikkelsø. The Danish designer created the “V11” series in 1965 whilst workin...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fritz Hansen Model "FH 8023" Wingback Armchair in Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Throughout Scandinavia, there's a long history of pride in craftsmanship which is especially true of Denmark and one of its most reputable furniture makers Fritz Hansen. This beautif...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Wooden Cross Legs, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Generally speaking, Mid-Century Modern furniture is characterized by clean lines, an open design and classic shapes. This streamlined three-seater sofa not only possesses all these v...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Small Wood and Wicker Chair by a European Cabinetmaker, Europe, Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
During the past decades, small-scale furniture pieces were created for various purposes, and have become sought-after works again in the 21st century. This solid wood and wicker chai...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
“Orchidée” Lounge Chair by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, France, 1968
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Utrecht, NL
This large fiberglass lounge chair, the “Orchidée” was one of the Cadestin models that were ordered by the Centre Pompidou Museum. The design dates to 1968 and was manufactured by Airborne International.
This chair stands out both in terms of size, as well as its design. While the fiberglass base provides a modern look, the upholstered seat, back and armrests give the chair a cosy feel. With the folding top of the seat and armrests, the chair resembles the shape of an orchid flower, which is where the model’s name derives from.
The chair has been reupholstered in a cognac colored full aniline leather, which gives a nice contrast to the white fiberglass base. Thanks to its impressive size and soft fabric, this chair is perfect for lounging while also adding an eye-catching visual element to any space. Among the models Cadestin designed for the Center Georges Pompidou, the Orchid is one of the most outstanding pieces.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Some minor scratches on the fiberglass base. Recently reupholstered in premium aniline leather.
Dimensions:
35.43 in W x 40.94 in D x 37.79 in H, seat height 15.15 in
90 cm W x 104 cm D x 96 cm H, seat height 38.5 cm
About the designer:
Michel Cadestin was born in France in 1942. He is an interior designer and architect and through his work, he wishes to offer a functional and fun design accessible to the majority.
A prolific designer, he has experienced with diverse forms and materials during his career. His creations are varied as evidenced by the furniture intended for the Center Georges Pompidou, such as the Karate armchair...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Carl Malmsten Upholstered Armchairs for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country manors and rustic styles. In this spirit, his armchairs are regarded t...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
6 Iron and Rattan Chairs, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These six Brazilian chairs in iron and rattan, that resemble the work of designers Hauner and Eisler, have a modest and very modernist design that is as elemental as they come. The c...
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
$4,400 / set
“No. 55” Lounge Chair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Denmark, 1955
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The shape of this “No. 55” shell chair indicates the design of an architect. Indeed, Arne Hovmand-Olsen was a prolific Danish designer and architect, whose designs centered around th...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Carl Malmsten "Berlin" Three-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Berlin” three-seater sofa is “Malmstenesque” to its core. Designed in 1960, this sofa shows the designer’s predilection for traditional Swedish craftsmanship. Rejecting strict f...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s
By Leif Hansen, Kronen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Leif Hansen’s Model 62 sofa is commonly referred to as the “Geisha” and was designed in 1959. This model is a strikingly elegant example of Danish modernism’s streamlined, luxurious aesthetic appeal to contemporary eyes.
This three-seater sofa is made of two types of exotic woods and dressed in a premium light fabric. Its character is created by three main elements: the visually sectioned, fully upholstered body, the wooden accents on the arms, and the distinctively shaped legs. It says a lot when a model is representative not only of a designer, but also of a manufactory. So is the case with this Geisha sofa...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Lounge Chair by Bas Van Pelt
Attr.
, The Netherlands, ca 1950s
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Utrecht, NL
This chair is full of exceptional features and details that make it a unique example of the creative overflow that defined mid-century modernism in Europe. The sculptural design is paired with the organicity of the material and various forms.
While the design is no short of exceptional solutions, they are also in service of functionality and comfort. This is a chair of extreme comfort, with multiple joinery and construction techniques. It is a little lower than the standard lounge chair, and that is exactly what provides great ergonomics and aesthetics. The seat and back form an obtuse angle which assures the perfect lounging position. The removable cushions upholstered in brown cow hide add even more comfort, while the fabric’s texture stands out nicely against the smooth wooden surfaces. The flowing structure displays beautifully curved lines and rounded edges that are broken by the straight wooden slats on the back. The perfect balance between the fluid and straight lines is typical of Bas van Pelt’s seating designs. The subtle swirl carvings in the front are playful details that further show off the high level of design and craftsmanship.
While the second half of the 20th century saw the takeover of mass production and many - now iconic - futuristic designs, this chair preserves the value and beauty of master craftsmanship and exquisite materials.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair’s cushions have been reupholstered recently in premium cow hide. 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:
25.19 in W x 313.46 in D x 31.49 in H; Seat height 15.35 in; Arm height 23.81 in
64 cm W x 85 cm D x 80 cm H; Seat height 39 cm; Arm height 60.5 cm
About the designer:
Bas Van Pelt (1900 Dordrecht (NL) - 1945 Sandbostel (DE)) was a well-known Dutch interior and furniture designer, known for the clarity and quality of his designs. His works created in the 1930s and 1940s are regarded for their progressive design and quality.
While he is most well-known for his chair designs, van Pelt was also active as an interior designer. He also designed fabrics for window...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
"Little Eva" Easy Chairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1950s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
These “Lilla Eva” models are from the timeless and iconic Paradise Collection, which was created by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist during her time as a designer at...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 6 Brutalist Chairs in Solid Oak, Spain 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Impressive set of six oak brutalist chairs, Spain, circa 1970. This set features six exquisitely sculptural and geometrical brutalist chairs. The marks of Brutalism can be observed i...
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The artistic flair is apparent with this set of four dining chairs. The design uses elements of geometry to create a unique look based on the natural qualities of wood.
These chairs...
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
