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Vintage Norwegian Rosewood and Bottle Green Velour Sofa and Chair by Knut Sæter
$8,833.78per set
£6,653.59per set
€7,495per set
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A$13,686.11per set
CHF 7,151.01per set
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About the Item
This elegant lounge set comprising a three-seater sofa and an armchair was designed by Knut Sæter for the renowned Norwegian manufacturer Vatne Møbler during the 1960s. It boasts exceptionally clean, geometric lines – the essence of Scandinavian modernism. The structure is based on a light yet solid rosewood frame, with clearly contoured, slightly curved armrests. The design is minimalist, but not stark – soft edges, balanced proportions, and soft, upholstered cushions create an elegant and comfortable whole. The bottle green velvet adds a refined, elegant touch that contrasts beautifully with the natural wood. The sofa and armchair have a light visual appearance, preventing them from overwhelming the space, even in smaller rooms. Delicate lines and simple forms are the hallmarks of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern style. This set will not only complement any interior – it will define it.
Knut Sæter (1922 - 1989) was a Norwegian interior designer. In 1946, he founded Vatne Lenestolfabrikk in Vatne, Sunnmøre, which became renowned as a manufacturer of elegant upholstered furniture. As founder and chief designer, he expanded the company, employing his brother and collaborating with renowned designers, including Fredrik Kayser and Sigurd Resell. Together with Fredrik Kayser, Sæter created furniture that won acclaim at national and international exhibitions. Models such as the 3- and 4-seater sofas and the lounge chair with its distinctive cushions and rolled edges are now prized design icons.
Some catalogs attribute this set to Fredrik Kayser, but according to Vatne, Knut Sæter is the chief designer. Although his collaborations with Fredrik Kayser are well-known, Sæter designed his own sofas and armchairs, often more austere but nonetheless very distinctive.
The set is in very good condition. The upholstery has been restored. The seat height is 37 cm. The original signature is located under the seat; both the sofa and armchair are signed.
Armchair: height 72 cm width 76 cm depth 71 cm
- Creator:Knut Sæter (Designer),Vatne Møbler (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 72.45 in (184 cm)Depth: 27.96 in (71 cm)Seat Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1960s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The set is in very good condition. The upholstery has been restored.
- Seller Location:Warszawa, PL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6129246099512
Vatne Møbler
Norwegian furniture manufacturer Vatne Møbler has a rich legacy underscored by visionary collaborations with iconic Norwegian furniture designers. The company’s mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern lounge chairs and armchairs are known for their quality leather upholstery that acquires a beautiful patina over time.
Vatne Møbler was established in 1946 by Knut Sæter in the village of Vatne, Norway. Sæter was an interior architect who studied at the Bergen School of Arts and Crafts. He designed and manufactured the company’s first pieces. In 1955, interior architect Gerhard Berg started working for Vatne Møbler. His designs — particularly for sofas — soon became popular.
Later in the 1950s, furniture designer Fredrik A. Kayser began creating pieces for Vatne Møbler. His furniture earned the company international acclaim. In 1960, Kayser’s 711 chair for Vatne Møbler won first place at an Industry Council chair competition.
After Kayser died in 1968, the company was overseen by interior designer Sigurd Resell. Resell’s most enduring contribution to Vatne Møbler was the 1970 Falcon armchair. The comfortable, leather-upholstered, X-framed chair came in second place at an Industry Council chair competition. In the 1970s, Resell designed a series of striking glass-topped Falcon coffee tables.
Vatne Møbler’s success lasted through the 1980s, a decade which included a collaboration with furniture designer Olav Eldøy. In 1989, the company encountered financial problems and was sold to Norwegian manufacturer Stokke AS.
In 2002, Knut Sæter’s son, Per Arne Sæter, reopened the family business by relaunching Kayser’s classic designs along with a new collection. Production shut down in 2008 due to the financial crisis, but started again in 2010.
In 2015, the grandson of Knut Sæter, Amund Sæter, published Møbeleventyret Vatne: Boken om Vatne Møbler 1946-1989, a book about the early history of Vatne Møbler. The company continues to operate the Vatne Møbler As store in Norway.
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