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Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin by Mogens Lassen

$ 35,000
  • Description
    Designed by Mogens Lassen, this rare and exceptionally elegant Scandinavian Modern sofa is an iconic example of Danish design from the 1940s, distinguished by its sculptural silhouette, refined proportions, and impeccable craftsmanship.

    Beautifully balanced and inviting, the sofa features a gently curved wingback that gracefully wraps around rounded barrel-form armrests, creating a continuous organic profile that is both architectural and exceptionally comfortable. The softly flared back, subtle button tufting accented with camel leather buttons, and low, generously proportioned seat exemplify Lassen's mastery of combining sculptural form with everyday function. Raised on elegantly tapered stained beechwood legs, the sofa possesses a remarkable visual lightness despite its substantial presence.

    The piece has been professionally restored and newly upholstered in luxurious Skandilock ivory curly sheepskin, whose rich texture beautifully enhances the sofa's soft, flowing lines. Recognized as one of Scandinavia's premier producers of natural sheepskin, Skandilock is celebrated for its exceptional quality, proprietary tanning techniques, and carefully selected Australian Merino crossbreed pelts, prized for their extraordinary softness, durability, and luxurious finish.

    Viewed from every angle, the sofa reveals an elegant sculptural quality, with a fully upholstered curved back allowing it to float effortlessly within a room rather than requiring placement against a wall. The warm stained beechwood legs provide a subtle contrast to the creamy sheepskin, completing a composition of understated sophistication.

    An exceptionally rare and highly collectible design, this sofa embodies the timeless elegance and uncompromising craftsmanship that have made Mogens Lassen one of the most celebrated figures of twentieth-century Danish Modernism. Equally suited to contemporary, Scandinavian, or traditional interiors, it serves as both a functional seating piece and a striking work of sculptural design.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Ample Provenance
    Origin: Denmark
    Period: 1920-1949
    Materials: Ivory sheepskin, camel leather, wood
    Condition: Good. In very good condition considering age and use, fully restored including new filling and upholstery, new finish on legs
    Creation Date: 1940s
    Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
    Book References: S. Bernadotte & J. Lehm-Laursen, Dansk Boligkunst, Vol. II, Odense, 1947, p. 212 for a similar example
    Dealer Reference #: LAS101
    Incollect Reference #: 807401
  • Dimensions
    W. 69 in; H. 30 in; D. 35 in;
    W. 175.26 cm; H. 76.2 cm; D. 88.9 cm;
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