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Curved Danish Cabinetmaker Sofa with Beech Legs, Denmark 1940s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
This three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism. With its restrained aesthetic, this sofa creates a sense of tranquillity while the masterful sense of materials and proportions guarantee functionality and comfort. In this beautiful and distinctive sofa, simple horizontal and vertical lines, as well as surfaces are emphasized to create a clear design.

While the overall look is indeed restrained and classic, this sofa has delightful details on closer inspection. The subtle, twisted lining chords of the upholstery section the sofa visually, while the brass “shoes” on the stained beech legs in the front add a more modern, stylish touch. Apart from the visual appearance, the exquisite craftsmanship of this sofa echoes Art Deco as well. Many of the well-known Danish architects felt the urge to try their hands at “Nordic Art Deco”, even though the style’s focus on luxury and decorative elements is in its nature in opposition to the ideas behind Danish design and constitutes a creative contradiction to the period’s streamlined modernism.

Nevertheless, in combination with the unadorned style of Danish mid-century modern design, this sofa brings together the best of both styles. The original upholstery has the restrained, warm colour and texture that Danish design is renowned for. The slender, tapered legs of stained beechwood are perfectly balancing both the sofa’s structure and its soft, rounded look.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some cracks and marks on the legs. The sofa has its original upholstery with visible traces of wear. We would recommend reupholstering it.

Dimensions:
64.96 in W x 33.85 in D x 29.52 in H; Seat height 16.53 in
165 cm W x 86 cm D x 75 cm H; Seat height 42 cm

Shipping:
This sofa will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the works 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:	Denmark
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Wood, Fabric
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some cracks and marks on the legs. The sofa has its original upholstery with visible traces of wear. We would recommend reupholstering it.
Creation Date:	1940s
Styles / Movements:	Collectible Design, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
Dealer Reference #:	20210754
Incollect Reference #:	500214

Dimensions

W.	64.96 in;	H.	29.53 in;	D.	33.86 in;
W.	165 cm;	H.	75 cm;	D.	86 cm;

Seat H.	16.54 in;
Seat H.	42 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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