Asko Settees

A brass and light beige fabric settee, designed and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. 14.5" seat height Condition: Vintage fabric in fair condition. All items ship from High ...

A wood and blue fabric sofa or settee attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, c. 1950s.  For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland. We...

A beautiful Finnish lounge chair from the 1950s, designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko. This elegant model, known as the “Laila” chair, is a fine example of post-war Scandinavian d...

The “Laila” models from the series by the Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen originates from 1948, with the earliest original drawings kept in the Lahti City Museum in their Lappalainen Collection. Designed in the halcyon phase of what we know today as Mid-Century Modern, this charming sofa is a unique evidence of how traditional Finnish craftsmanship was brought into modernism. This sofa is from the Finnish designer’s most famous series called “Laila”. The design became sought after by collectors even in its production time, which is quite rare in the case of Nordic Mid-Century Modern furniture. Lappalainen was a renowned designer, famous for his designs’ comfort. Some of his designs even received medical approval because they had such a good seating that it prevented back problems. As an essentially Finnish modern piece, this sofa is built around the core characteristics of the era: gently rounded edges, tapered wooden legs, and a generous, fully upholstered body. The style was modelled on the Swedish and Danish furniture of the time, including the round edges and generous seat cushion and back with three large tufted buttons. In the absence of ornamentation, the three large tufted buttons on the back stand out, creating depth as they sink into the textured green fabric. The design has the “Classic Nordic look”, which explains the contemporary popularity of this sofa both among the public and museums. The modern aesthetic is further elevated by the textured, premium upholstery that complements the shape and the wooden, tapered legs as well. Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions. This sofa was created for Asko, the Finnish furniture manufacturing company founded in 1918 by Aukusti Asko Avonius, known for the production of high-quality furniture. By 1930 the company had developed into the largest furniture chain in Finland and the largest supplier of furniture in the Scandinavian countries. Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila...

This stunning two seat settee features sculpted hardwood arms with sleek and delicate legs. Unique vintage fabric adds to the mid-century appeal of this elegant Italian love seat...

A rare 3 person Giulia Veronesi Perla sofa produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy 1950s. With markers mark. Original green fabric in fairly good condition with mino...

Beautiful mohair upholstered curved sofa with wooden legs. Perfect shape and size. In excellent condition, 1950s, Italy. Same era as: Ch...

An original Edward Wormley Model 4906 sofa, made by Dunbar in the USA, 1950s. Fast shipping worldwide.

(attributed) Ico Parisi Sofa in leaf motif fabric and tapered wooden legs, Italy 1950s Italian 1950s organic sofa, attributed to Ico Parisi. (also s...

This spectacular “Pallas” chair by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh dates to 1954 and is a rather rare example of the interior and furniture designer’s repertoire. With a creative and ...

A very rare two-seat Edward Wormley open frame sofa, made by Dunbar, in the USA, 1950s. Newly reupholstered in high quality fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.

Sagomato sofa 1950s wooden pinned feet Mixed Cardinal Red fabric.

A 1940s two-seater sofa with an elegant and understated design but with a mid-century modern twist. The structure is compact and slightly backward sloping, with curved lines giving ...

A vintage 1950s loveseat featuring a beechwood frame, which lends it sturdiness and timeless elegance. The spring and foam padding ensures optimal comfort, while the velvet upholster...

A maple and green velvet fabric settee designed and produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, 1950s. Seat height 16”