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Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Italy 1950s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
This Italian sofa from the 1950s exudes timeless charm and elegance. Cloaked in rich red velvet, this three-seater sofa visually demonstrates why the appeal of Italian mid-century furniture endures. Italian Modern furniture is defined by perfect execution, and exclusivity. Italian designers’ creations were always coherent with current times and congenial to the wisdom of furniture manufacturing, representing an outpost of strong innovation in the panorama of Italian craftsmanship.

The most striking feature of the design is the sleek, stylish, and modern shape of the body. Its genius lies in its simplicity with a few unique solutions that set it apart from the rest, such as the curved arms, the individual seat cushions, and the three sets of tapered wood legs. These legs are not only functional but also serve as an aesthetic function, showcasing the craftsmanship that defined mid-century Italian furniture. The wood's warm and natural tones create a striking contrast with the bold red velvet, adding depth and character to the sofa. The gently rounded, clean lines create the mid-century modern shape of this sofa. The red velvet upholstery, with its rich texture and deep colour, adds a touch of opulence to the overall aesthetic. Italian mid-century design's ability to seamlessly blend with various design styles and settings keeps it relevant in the ever-evolving world of interior design. This sofa, with its timeless appeal, can effortlessly fit into a modern living room, a retro-inspired lounge, or into a minimalist space.

Italian mid-century design remains highly sought after today for several reasons. Firstly, it captures the essence of a golden era in design history, characterized by a fusion of form and function. This sofa, with its clean lines and practicality, exemplifies this approach, making it suitable for both contemporary and classic interiors. Secondly, the use of the highest-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship ensures the longevity of such pieces. The enduring durability of mid-century Italian furniture ensures it can continue to be enjoyed for generations.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa comes with its original upholstery or has been reupholstered by a previous owner. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
?77.16 in W x 36.61 in D x 35.82 in H; Seat height 15.74 in; Arm height 21.85 in
196 cm W x 93 cm D x 91 cm H; Seat height 40 cm; Arm height 55.5 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:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Fabric, Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sofa has its original fabric.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20231588
Incollect Reference #:	682046

Dimensions

W.	77.17 in;	H.	35.83 in;	D.	36.61 in;
W.	196 cm;	H.	91 cm;	D.	93 cm;

Seat H.	15.75 in;	Arm H.	21.85 in;
Seat H.	40 cm;	Arm H.	55.5 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