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Tulip Seating Group in Rosewood by K M Wilkins for G-Plan of England

$12,995per set
£9,914.86per set
€11,287.29per set
CA$18,264.62per set
A$20,077.26per set
CHF 10,540.47per set
MX$238,733.09per set
NOK 135,363.56per set
SEK 123,301.57per set
DKK 84,334.17per set

About the Item

A breathtaking embodiment of 1970s British modernism, this G-Plan “Tulip Group” ensemble by K.M. Wilkins fuses sculptural design with sumptuous comfort. The sofa and matching lounge chairs feature elegantly curved rosewood panels that mimic the gentle unfurling of tulip petals—an homage to organic form rendered with technical finesse. Each piece rests on original Magnum Orbit chrome casters, blending functionality with mid-century theatricality. The upholstery's plush velvet glows in a tone between olive-green and taupe-brown, its texture changing subtly under shifting light. The rosewood’s amber-red grain, accented by chrome hardware, is rarely found in this palette and is considered highly collectible. This Tulip Seating Group is a sculptural expression of 1970s British modernism, where form and function intersect in elegant harmony. Designed in 1970 and acquired from the original owners in Glasgow, the pieces have been carefully preserved and professionally restored with utmost sensitivity to their original materials and proportions. The chairs were completely disassembled to access the internal support structure. The original deck support webbing was replaced with new, heavy-duty 3-inch industrial-grade elastic webbing, guaranteeing long-term comfort and performance. The original foam cushions were retained to preserve the integrity and period-authentic profile of the seating. Each rosewood panel was cleaned and polished by hand, and the chrome fixtures were restored to a bright luster. Dimensions are as follows: Sofa: 81.5” W x 36” D x 29” H (seat height: 17.5”) Chairs: 37” W x 36” D x 29” H (seat height: 17.5”) As a full suite or offered individually, these pieces invite both admiration and use. They are not only enduring in structure but deeply evocative in design—an invitation to sit within a piece of sculptural history.
  • Creator:
  • Similar to:
    Percival Lafer (Designer)Charles and Ray Eames (Designer)Thonet (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)Width: 82 in (208.28 cm)Depth: 36 in (91.44 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: New support webbing. Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent restored condition. Professionally detailed top to bottom. Light oxidation on the chrome casters. Fabric is 9 out of 10 with only a few tiny sections with scarring on the velvet.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255341405662

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