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Walnut Sofa, 1960s

Creator: Clarence Teed
Offered by: Moderne Gallery

Description
Based in Kansas City, Teed was a highly respected and award-winning "designer-craftsman," In 1966 he was elected president of the Missouri Craftsman Council and was a founding member of the Kansas City Woodworker's Guild. As he said of his approach, "I think woodworking can be an art form since one must think creatively as a painter must conceptualize what he wants to do through his brushstrokes. That's why I call myself a designer-craftsman... innovation of form in the form of communication of an emotion is difficult no matter what medium one chooses to work through.

In a Kansas newspaper article about his career it was said that "Wood pieces by Teed often take the form of sculptured furniture...'

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	American black walnut with loose cushions.
Condition:	Excellent. Original condition.
Creation Date:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	U120516842689
Incollect Reference #:	93353

Dimensions

W.	75.5 in;	H.	20 in;	D.	29 in;
W.	191.77 cm;	H.	50.8 cm;	D.	73.66 cm;

Message from Seller:

Welcome to Moderne Gallery, located in Philadelphia, PA, where we have been showcasing high-quality vintage 20th-century furniture, lighting, and accessories since 1984. Visit us at 215.923.8536 or contact us via email at info@modernegallery.com to explore our extensive collection, including exclusive pieces by George Nakashima and other iconic designers.