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Period: 1950s
Ole Wanscher Sofa Model 116 / Senator Produced by France
Son in Denmark
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model 116 / Senator designed by Ole Wanscher. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Italian Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Light Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1950s.
Simplistic Italian sofa with clean lines and a high back. The sofa features small tapered wooden legs. The high back embraces the sitter in com...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed
Located in Dallas, TX
A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Osvaldo Borsani Boucle Sofa
Located in Milano, MI
Very rare Osvaldo Borsani sofa in walnut and white bouclé fabric.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
$30,937
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
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Faux Fur
Sofa with integrated tabletop by Carlo Hauner
Martin Eisler for forma, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa with integrated tabletop by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for forma, 1950s
Carlo Hauner was an Italian-born Brazilian designer and architect, widely recognized for his
work in t...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
A small sofa / settee designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Iconic form with tapered brass legs. Fully restored and upholstered in Designtex / Lambert / Smoke.
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Mid-Century Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Nordic Mid-Century Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape and slim, tapered legs, this two-seater is exceptionally ...
Category
Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Schiller Polstermøbelfabrik, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Though the advent of new materials like plastic, foam, and fibreglass revolutionized the production process, Scandinavian designers still valued craft over industrialization. This sc...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fabulous 2-Piece Edward Wormley Dunbar Long Low Mid-Century Sofa
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous 2 piece long low Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. This is perfect for you designers who need to reupholster. The bones are magnificent but the fabric needs updating. Long ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Manufactured in the 1950’s in Denmark. It is made of solid oak...
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
$4,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Daybed di Taichiro Nakai per La Permanente Mobili anni 50 restaurato
Located in Milano, IT
Daybed disegnato da Taichiro Nakai e realizzato da La Permanente Mobili Cantù per la Prima Selettiva del 1955. Presenta una struttura in metallo verniciato nero con profili in legno,...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa Daybed Model 615
Located in West Hartford, CT
Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space!
Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates daybed...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
"Susanna" Sofa by Aake Antilla for Lahden Lepokalusto, Finland 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This wonderful commemoration of Finnish mid-century design is the Susanna sofa created by Lahti Lepokaulusto and designed in the 1950s by Aake Anttila. Famous for its suspension and ...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Giuseppe Scapinelli. Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Silk Upholstery
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Superb four seater mid-century modern sofa made of Brazilian caviúna wood. Extremely well-made, beautiful and stylish, with a sophisticated blue silk upholstery.
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Wood, Silk
Large Modern Mid-Century Italian Canapè or Sofa attr. to Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Mid-Century Italian Canapè or Sofa with wood legs and arms .
Acid green new upholstery in perfect condition.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Wood
1950s Rare Børge Mogensen 3-Seat "Shaker" Sofa by FDB Mobler, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- The item was carefully refurbished
- Newly upholstered pillows are not original
- Labeled by Manufacturer.
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
D70
Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa, model, 'D70', steel, brass, leather, Italy, 1954
A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954. Extraordinary elegance in...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Brass, Steel
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s.
Seat height 18”.
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Restored Bauhaus Stool, Chrome-Plated Steel, Leatherette, Geman, 1950s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This stylish Bauhaus-inspired stool dates back to the mid-20th century and was crafted in Germany. Its chrome tubular steel frame ensures durability and timeless appeal. The original...
Category
German Bauhaus Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Comfortable Four Seat Sofa in Teak and Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, blue fabric, teak, Scandinavia, 1950s
Stunning four seat sofa made in the 1950s. Grand in size, this sofa is not only beautiful in its simplistic shape, it also provides great...
Category
Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Wonderful Italian Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti and Completely Re-Upholstered
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing lines resting on two legs in front and two castors at the back for easy moving. Belts, foam and velvet completely redone.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage walnut sofa designed by the iconic designer Jens Risom in the United States, circa 1950s. Transform your living space with this exquisitely ref...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Leather
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler
Divina
Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler, 'Divina' sofa, fabric, stained beech, Sweden, late 1950s
This 'Divina' sofa is designed by Swedish designer Arne Norell. The seat is characterized ...
Category
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid-Century 3 Seat Sofa by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany, 1950s
By France
Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 85-102 x 190 x 74 41 cm (Depth x Width x Height / Seat height)
This unique mid-century design sofa/daybed was designed by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany in the 1960...
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
PK-31/2 Sofa in Brown Leather by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1958
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This sofa comes from a bank building in Denmark. It is completely original and marked with the original marking of E. Kold Christensen on the bottom bar.
The dark brown leather has ...
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Large Curved Sofa in the manner of Frederico Munari, Italian
By Frederico Murani
Located in London, GB
Large Mid-century modern sofa designed in the manner of Frederico Munari with generous curves. The sofa has a deep seating and a slopping backrest and arms, that makes it very comfor...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt
Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Denmark, 1950s
Original leather.
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Laila" Sofa by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, 1950s
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...
Category
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
"Tellus" Sofa by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
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...
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modular Table Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller with Pierre Frey cushion
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
“design is a response to social change“ george nelson said, the director of design with office furniture manufacturer herman miller. economic growth and larger companies lead to rapi...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Steel
Danish Banana Sofa in Cognac Brown Faux Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, faux leather, stained wood, brass, Denmark, 1950s
This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid construction of round shapes and curvaceous lines. The seating area and the b...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950s Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Muted Green Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wool, beech, Scandinavia, 1950s
This Scandinavian-modern sofa from the 1950s embodies a quiet elegance rooted in the design language of mid-century Northern Europe. The sofa’s...
Category
Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren Sofa in Red Patinated Leather and Mahogany
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren, sofa, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1950s/1960s
Beautiful sofa in an outstanding natural color designed by Ole Wanscher during the mid-century period....
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Loveseat for Widdicomb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This sofa features rounded stained beech wood frame with armrests. The cushions have been newly reupholstered in a gray ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Nanna Ditzel
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Nanna Ditzel & Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in Denmark. Matching pair of easy chairs in also available.
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Steel
La Gondola Sofa by Dunbar
Located in San Francisco, CA
La Gondola sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co.
model 5719, is representative of Wormley's best designs and work for Dunbar, this ...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
$29,000
European Mid-Century Upholstered Crescent Sofa, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modernism is a recognized term around the world, standing for the characteristic style of the furniture designs created during the mid-20th century. As this sofa shows, f...
Category
European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 on Aluminum Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
A gutter back armless sofa on aluminum legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt, Lush, Foggy velvet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Italian Sofa by Lenzi Nello, 1954
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing and very rare Italian "piccolo" sofa, designed by Lenzi Nello in the early 50's. The lovely shapes and the stunning red velvet make it a eye-catcher in your room. Documented ...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
Located in New York, NY
The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Fabric
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c.1950s, USA. Newly upholstered in a high pile rich green mohair. The seating system features three cushioned seats and a white laminate side...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Steel
$9,500 / item
1957 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen of Denmark Sofa Model 3300/4 4-Seat Sofa Knoll
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Model 3300/4 sofa, designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen of Denmark. This examples was produced circa 1957. While it is more common to see the single-seater...
Category
American Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Italian Sofa Original from the 1950s
Located in North Miami, FL
This magnificent Italian midcentury sofa original from the 1950s. Equipped with the original stiletto brass feet, which have been polished to shine again. The channeled backrest give...
Category
Italian Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Brass
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-38-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
The piece embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplified form with subtle detailing. It is reduced to the minimum. Compared to most minimalist d...
Category
Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Aake Anttila Three-Seater "Susanna" Sofa for Lahden Lepokalusto, Finland 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This wonderful commemoration of Finnish mid-century design is the Susanna sofa created by Lahti Lepokaulusto and designed in the 1950s by Aake Anttila. Famous for its suspension and ...
Category
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Grete Jalk Sofa JH180 Johannes Hansen, Denmark, 1955
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful small Danish sofa or love seat, model JH180 designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured by Johannes Hansen, Denmark 1955. This beautiful shaped...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hans Wegner AP33 Four-seater Sofa for A.P. Stolen
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Monumental and rare four-seater AP33 sofa designed by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark. This piece features angled oak legs and the original wool upholstery. It has a streamlined a...
Category
Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Oak
Elegant and Light Italien Settee
Located in Munich, DE
Completely re-upholstered.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$1,856 Sale Price
40% Off
1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Blush Velvet and mahogany
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A rare variation of the bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture company of Berne Indiana circa 1950s. This A-frame bracket is similar to the designs of Jens Risom, t...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, leather, Scandinavia, 1950s
This three-seater sofa beautifully reflects the stylistic traits of Scandinavian Modern Design. The base and backrest are pure and clear in th...
Category
Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Midnight Blue Cotton Velvet Curved Italian Sofa
By Gigi Radice
Located in Madrid, ES
A stunning curved three-seat sofa designed by Italian designer Gigi Radice and edited by Minotti. Structure made of solid wood with metal legs. Newly reupholstered in midnight blue c...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Italian Large Curved Sofa, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian 20th century vintage curved four-seat sofa composed of six splayed polished legs, large wing shaped arms and a statement high back in the style of Ico Parisi.
Rare...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
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...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
By Stendig Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Sofa by Stendig, Switzerland, New Sheepskin Boucle, Mid Century Modern, Labeled.
A rare Mid Century Modern sofa by Stendig, made in Switzerland, in a new sheepskin style boucle, thick and rich with fully redone cushions. The box form mid century modern design is supported by a group of heavy chrome circular disk like feet. This sofa has a matching pair of box chairs, fully redone to match, sold separately.
Seat height 18 inches.
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Stendig Co. played a pivotal role in introducing modern European furniture to the American market, thanks to the business acumen of founder Charles Stendig.
Around 1950, the Brooklyn, New York–born Stendig (b. 1924) worked for Raymor, a purveyor of modern china and accessories that is best known for distributing designer Russel Wright’s American Modern line of ceramics. While at Raymor, Stendig focused on the company’s less popular pieces that were made in Italy and Scandinavia, recognizing their potential for the American market. In 1955, he left the company and decided to establish Stendig Co.
In 1956, the first Stendig Co. showroom opened in Manhattan. A year later, during a trip to Zurich, Stendig came across a Bauhaus–inspired furniture store featuring pieces by Swiss designers Kurt Thut, Hans Eichenberger and Robert Haussmann, the store’s co-owner. Following a meeting with Haussmann, Stendig became the retailer’s exclusive U.S. distributor.
Throughout the late 1950s and early 1960s, Stendig Co. imported and sold furniture...
Category
Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Swedish Cabinetmaker Sofa and Armchairs, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Svensk design, “Swedish design”, is unquestionably a conventional and popular branding device, with many companies explicitly promoting their products as examples of god design, “good design”. But svensk design does not simply represent “good” design made in Sweden, it also projects a powerful, concrete rendering of a sort of essentialized “Swedishness” embedded in objects, such as this sofa and armchairs.
Rounded out lines, unexpected curvature and innovative shapes from every angle define the design of this set. The aesthetic recalls classic English upholstered furniture...
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Olof Ottelin "Duetto" Sofa for Kervo Snickerifabrik Stockmann, Finland, 1950s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in Utrecht, NL
This lovely “Duetto” loveseat was designed back in the 1950s to bring the sitters closer together. This intention is clearly traceable in Ottelin’s drawings, where the back was drawn as hands embracing the users.
A loveseat derives its name from holding two people close to one another. First invented in the 17th century, this two-person chair was originally intended for women wearing large dresses with hoops to sit comfortably. In the Nordic countries, loveseats, such as this model, were typically made of quality woods with fully upholstered bodies to enhance the cosiness. This rare “Duetto” is unquestionably Ottelin’s most distinctive sofa model. This is primarily due to the peculiar back that has a heart shape and envelopes towards the front to form the arms as well. At the top, the edge curves outward creating a welcoming and open look. The homely curviness and precision clearly show the influence of Werner West, Ottelin’s teacher. The body, upholstered in honey-coloured sheepskin, is paired with tapered, lacquered wood legs. This combination is a true Nordic characteristic, keeping the tradition of using organic materials at its core.
As this “Duetto” sofa shows, the shapes and forms of Nordic minimalism of the mid-century are infinitely interesting. Additionally, the stylish look is always paired with the highest quality craftsmanship, here provided by the Finnish furniture company, Kervo Snickerifabrik, Oy Stockmann. The Kerava cabinetmaking company was founded on February 1, 1862 and Ottelin served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium sheepskin. 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:
60.23 in W x 29.52 in D x 34.25 in H; Seat height 17.32 in
153 cm W x 75 cm D x 87 cm H; Seat height 44 cm
About the designer:
Karl Olof Ottelin (Helsinki, 3 May 1917 - Helsinki, 9 February 1971) was a Finnish interior designer and furniture designer who, in the 1950s, was the director and chief designer of Stockmann's furniture department.
Ottelin began his studies at the Central School of Art and Design in 1939, but had to suspend his studies for 1941–1944 due to conscription. He graduated as an interior designer in 1946 and started at Stockmann's drawing office in 1948. He served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971.
Ottelin's best-known products are modern wooden chairs, but he also designed cabinet and shelving systems and extensive interior design for a variety of properties. In 1952, Olof Ottelin designed the furniture for the Swedish School of Economics in Helsinki together with Lisa Johansson-Pape (lamps), Yki Nummi (coloring) and Dora Jung...
Category
Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Modernist Thonet Sculpted Bentwood Sofa
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning bentwood three-seat sofa manufactured by Thonet, circa 1950s. Features a super stylish organic curved line bentwood arm frame, brass accent details on the back and upholster...
Category
Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery Black Bouclette
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian sofa, 1950s - New upholstery black bouclette.
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Italian Modern Sculptural Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish, sculptural loveseat in warm tan vinyl with brass tack accents and tapered legs. Impeccable Italian modern design echoes of it's mid-centu...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
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