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Mid-Century Modern Three-Seater Sofa by Carl Malmsten (Attr.), Sweden 1960s

Creator: Carl Malmsten (Attributed)
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
The term “Swedish Modern” first emerged in the 1930s, when Swedish design was becoming increasingly known in Europe and the United States. Reaching its peak in the 1950s, it was characterised by many modern qualities that blended natural materials with the Scandinavian respect for craftsmanship.

Carl Malmsten has had a lasting influence on Swedish and contemporary furniture design, devoting his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship. He was inspired by creative simplicity, the natural feeling of wood, and based his designs on local materials and traditions, making them accessible to a wide audience. This piece reflects the Swedish Modern design ethos of the era. The sofa has a distinctive wooden frame structure. The back and arms are comprised of vertical wooden slats, creating an airy look that ties in with the elegant, yet relaxed off-white striped upholstery. The upholstery covers the back and side cushions of the sofa, offering unity and fluidity. The sofa is completed by six stained wooden legs, placed symmetrically at the centre and sides of the structure, providing not only stability but the added detail of a small decorative carved adornment on the front legs. The emphasis of this piece is on the welcoming and open shape paired with the beautiful materials, from the fabric to the wood.

Modern Swedish designers expressed the old, inherited forms and norms as well as new, bold ideas with their creations. The result is continuously impressive - beautiful, eternal, individual pieces of furniture with a unified and harmonious feeling. The muted colours and gentle design make mid-century furniture like this three-seater sofa an ideal addition to contemporary living spaces.

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:
78.74 in W x 28.35 in D x 31.10 in H; Seat height 16.54 in; Seat depth 18.50 in; Arm height 27.95 in
200 cm W x 72 cm D x 79 cm H; Seat height 42 cm; Seat depth 47 cm; Arm height 71 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:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood, Fabric
Condition:	Good. 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:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20242452
Incollect Reference #:	761333

Dimensions

W.	78.74 in;	H.	31.1 in;	D.	28.35 in;
W.	200 cm;	H.	79 cm;	D.	72 cm;

Seat H.	16.54 in;	Arm H.	27.95 in;
Seat H.	42 cm;	Arm H.	71 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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