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Svante Skogh Armchairs for Seffle Möbelfabrik AB, Sweden, 1950s

$6,600per set
£5,026.62per set
€5,793.91per set
CA$9,233.36per set
A$10,377.68per set
CHF 5,404.42per set
MX$126,218.27per set
NOK 69,156.21per set
SEK 65,580.46per set
DKK 43,241.92per set
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This pair of spectacular armchairs by Swedish designer, Svante Skogh, is a rather rare example of the interior and furniture designer’s repertoire. With a creative and masterfully crafted wooden structure, these chairs deserve the limelight in Swedish design history. These chairs combine function and aesthetic in a striking manner, keeping the form in service of the user while keeping it elegant and modern. The union of the shell-shaped body and the back legs’ structure define this model. While made of entirely different materials, their lines manage to resemble and complement each other, resulting in a harmonious appearance. The back legs not only support the bodies, but also rise to form the support for the armrests. The clear lined frame of this pair contrasts beautifully with the angled seating and gives the pair an open and very photographical appearance. The armrests’ black paint is a small, but ingenious detail, that highlights their form and create a focal point. Due to the well-chosen proportions, angled back, and the high-quality of the design, the chairs are very comfortable. In Sweden, “svensk design” (Swedish design) in particular operates as a set of relations linking the everyday world - composed of objects, spaces, people - to the cultural ideologies that motivate the persistence of a social democratically infused “way of life.” Thanks to this sentiment, cabinetmakers, like Seffle Möbelfabrik, put an emphasis on soft elegance and functionality, making these chairs timeless in every sense of the word. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The black paint has partially worn off with time. These chairs come with their original upholstery or have been reupholstered by a previous owner. 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: 26.77 in W x 32.28 in D x 31.88 in H; Seat height 15.35 in 68 cm W x 82 cm D x 81 H; Seat height 39 cm About the designer: Swedish furniture designer Svante Skogh is best known for his mid-century designs produced by Seffle (sometimes written as Säffle) Möbelfabrik. Throughout his career in the 1950s and 1960s, he worked with a number of furniture producers. Despite his famous designs, not a lot is known about the designer. His designs ranged from coffee tables to seating, such as his famous Bodö Series from 1957. Many of Skogh’s designs have survived and are highly sought after on the vintage market today. ~H. Shipping: This armchair will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the item in the gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.
  • Creator:
    Seffle Möbelfabrik (Manufacturer),Svante Skogh (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 26.78 in (68 cm)Depth: 32.29 in (82 cm)Seat Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have their original upholstery with some faults. The black paint has partially worn off with time.
  • Seller Location:
    Utrecht, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 202108201stDibs: LU2947326346762

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