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Swedish Mid-Century Cabinetmaker Sofa, Sweden 1950s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Svensk design, “Swedish design”, is unquestionably a conventional and popular branding device, with many companies explicitly promoting their products as examples of god design, “good design”. But svensk design does not simply represent “good” design made in Sweden, it also projects a powerful, concrete rendering of a sort of essentialized “Swedishness” embedded in objects, such as this sofa.

Rounded out lines, unexpected curvature and innovative shapes from every angle define the design of this model. The aesthetic recalls classic English upholstered furniture and style, which is clearly visible in this sofa, however, the English inspiration is met with Swedish ideals. Swedish design is characterized by a minimal, clean approach that seeks to combine functionality with beauty. The design of this sofa follows the ideals of mid-century Sweden in a very evident way: the block-like silhouette and simple frame is broken by unexpectedly curving arms and subtle, but effective line tracing that highlights these curves. The dark brown colour of these lines corresponds to the solid wooden legs, and together with them, highlight the light upholstery beautifully. The removable cushions and the tilted back offer great comfort, and fulfil the perhaps most important mid-century Scandinavian design principle, functionality.

With a lack of a corresponding Swedish name, 'mid-century modern' describes the attributes that were popular during the middle of the 20th century. During this period, the ornate was completely replaced with cleaner lines. In Sweden, “svensk design” in particular denotes a way of life, which can be traced in the openness, understated elegance, and high-quality craftsmanship of this sofa.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches on the wood. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
77.95 in W x 32.67 in D x 30.7 in H; Seat height 16.53 in
198 cm W x 83 cm D x 78 cm H; Seat height 42 cm

Shipping:
This pair of chairs will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the items 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:	Sweden
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood, Fabric
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches on the wood. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium fabric.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20200405
Incollect Reference #:	484729

Dimensions

W.	77.95 in;	H.	30.71 in;	D.	32.68 in;
W.	198 cm;	H.	78 cm;	D.	83 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