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Esko Pajamies -Merva Merivaara

Esko Pajamies Three-Seat Cantilevered Sofa, Merva, Finland, 1960s

Documentation

Signed

Origin

Finland

Period

1950-1979

Materials

Chromed Steel, Leatherette, Upholstery

Dimensions

W.	78.35 in;	H.	27.95 in;	D.	26.77 in;
W.	199 cm;	H.	71 cm;	D.	68 cm;

Seat H.	15.35 in;
Seat H.	39 cm;

Condition

Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Leatherette upholstery in original condition, with wear including minor paint stains, scratches and one cut on the right arm. Reupholstery is recommended. Steel frame in good original condition

Creation Date

1960s

Description

This rare three-seat sofa was designed by Esko Pajamies and produced by the Finnish company Merva in the 1960s. The rectangular shape of the seat, armrests and backrest give the chair a geometric and modernist appearance. The comfortable seat is suspended over three cantilever flat bar legs in chrome-plated steel.

The original leatherette upholstery with signs of wear consistent with age and use, including scratches and one cut on the right arm. Reupholstery recommended.
The chromed frame and legs are in good original condition. The frame is marked with the manufacturer's label 'Merva Metalliteos, Made in Finland'.

Styles / Movements

Collectible Design, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern

Incollect Reference Number

427582