Throughout his career as an interior and furniture designer, publisher and founder of the Swedish furniture company Boet, Otto Schultz was a key figure in promoting mid-century modern Scandinavian design.
Born in Germany in 1882, Schultz moved to Sweden in 1907, where he became interested in designing furniture and interiors. In 1920, Schultz founded his furniture company Boet in Gothenburg, where he created functional and traditional designs featuring quintessential elements of Scandinavian furnishings. Around the same time, Schultz started the design and living magazine Boet, which published articles and profiles highlighting Sweden’s most influential architects and designers. He served as Boet’s publisher and editor until 1938.
During the 1930s, Schultz created a range of opulent Scandinavian modern and neoclassical furniture, including cabinets, secretaires and side tables, using fine woods like elm, birch, mahogany and walnut. Many of his pieces showcased his patented use of decorative nails called Bopoint.
He was best known for the Schultz lounge chair, which he designed in 1936. Its voluptuous design featured a generous seat and a large, curved backrest and it was upholstered with a luxurious blend of alpaca and wool. The Schultz chair was highly popular in Sweden in the 1940s. While Boet originally produced it, Swedish furniture manufacturer Jio Möbler took over its production in 1941.
Schultz operated Boet until his retirement in 1950. He died in 1970. Today, Schultz’s pieces are favorites among interior designers and collectors seeking a mix of modern Scandinavian simplicity and lavish decorative style.
On 1stDibs, discover vintage Otto Schultz seating, storage cabinets and case pieces, tables and more.
Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This important curved sofa was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in Gothenburg. The generously sized sofa can comfortably sit four people. The sofa has been ne...
Fabric, Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Elm, Pine
1930/40s Upholstered elm sofa by Otto Schulz (1882-1970)
By Otto Schulz
Located in London, GB
A handsome Swedish sofa in early mid-century modern style by Swedish based German born designer Otto Schultz for his own company Boet in Gothenburg. In a warm polished mid brown elm ...
Elm
Otto Schulz Chesterfield sofa for Jio Möbler - Sweden, 1950s
By Otto Schulz
Located in London, GB
The Chesterfield-style three-seater sofa by Otto Schulz features deep button tufting on the back and armrests, which are streamlined and gently curving in accordance to the aesthetic...
Hemp
Sofa in cognac leather by Otto Schultz
By Otto Schulz
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Reupholstered sofa in Shade Coganc leather w. legs in stained beech. Designed by Otto Schulz.
Leather, Beech
Otto Schultz 66.5" Bentwood Arm Bowed Front Sofa
By Otto Schulz
Located in Pasadena, TX
Designed by Otto Schultz, this sofa has a bowed front and bentwood arms. The upholstery is button tufted and the back is rounded. Very comfortable. Very sturdy..
Bentwood
Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, sofa, patinated leather, teak, Denmark, design 1953, manufactured late 1950s-1960s. Elegant two-seat settee in admirable cognac leather and teak by ...
Leather, Teak
Small 1930s Stool by Otto Schulz with Great Patina
By Otto Schulz
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern footstool by Otto Schulz for Boet with scrolled design in original vintage condition. beech, brown leather and brass nails, Measures: Length 25.5", width 13.5", h...
Beech
$5,210
H 30.71 in W 84.26 in D 43.31 in
Lounge Sofa in Cognac Leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, in the 1970s. A large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bi...
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Teak and Cognac Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, teak, leather, Europe, 1960s A sofa characterized by a striking geometric structure with clean lines and distinctive carvings. Its wide armrests feature subtle detailing with ...
Leather, Teak
Gerard van den Berg 'Corvette' Sofa in Natural Cognac Leather
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerard van den Berg 'Corvette' sofa in cognac leather with short tapered wood legs. In original condition with some visible wear and scratching consistent with age and use. Another '...
Leather
Tito Agnoli for Cinova Daybed Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Cinova, sofa or daybed, model '711', leather, laminated wood, copper, Italy, 1968 A cubic sofa designed by Italian designer Tito Agnoli for Cinova, which can be tran...
Copper
Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful leather sofa. Wooden frame with curved sides and decorated with a lattice pattern. The back, side and seat cushions are padded and covered in cognac leather with a zipper. ...
Leather, Wood
Restored 1940s Swedish Art Moderne “Banana Seat” Curved Loveseat Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
This newly restored and reupholstered curved sofa is a defining example of Swedish Art Moderne style, crafted circa 1945–1949 by the renowned Bröderna Andersson in Ekenässjön, Sweden...
Leather, Fabric, Elm
Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
At last, a mid-century sofa at a comfortable seat height thanks to its 10 inch high legs. Original Harvey Probber mid-century modern sofa with distinctive sloped arms and square tape...
Brass
$5,810
H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 31.5 in
Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950
By Svante Skogh
Located in The Hague, NL
Rare vintage Swedish design 3.5 seater oak sofa, model Bodö. Designed by Svante Skogh for Säffle Möbler in the 1950s/60s. This iconic design piece has six loose cushions, which are e...
Leather, Fabric, Oak
$3,756
H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Ligne Roset Sloop Sofa By Michel Ducaroy In Cognac Leather, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing early Ligne Roset Sloop sofa in original natural leather by Michel Ducaroy, 1970s. A rare design by renowned designer Michel Ducaroy from the 1980s. This comfortable sofa co...
Leather
Swedish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.0"H x 94.0"W x 48.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.0" Arm Height (inches...
Fabric, Wood
Sofa in Patinated Leather and Fabric, Designed by Otto Schulz
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa in leather and fabric. Designed by Otto Schulz and made by Boet AB. Great condition.
Brass
Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This generously sized curved sofa was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in Gothenburg. The sofa can comfortably sit four people. The sofa has been newly uphols...
Fabric, Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Elm, Pine
Otto Schultz Scandinavian Modern "Boet" Sofa
By Otto Schulz
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare Scandinavian modern Swedish sofa Boet from the mid 20th century. The sofa is designed by Otto Schultz and manufactured by Jio Möbler in Jönköp...
Fabric, Elm