Arne Norell Kontiki Loveseat
View Similar Items
Arne Norell Kontiki Loveseat
About the Item
- Creator:Arne Norell (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 63 in (160.02 cm)Depth: 32 in (81.28 cm)Seat Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Original leather.
- Seller Location:Berkeley, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1353219471942
Arne Norell
Arne Norell’s enduring designs mixed leather and metal as well as turned wood and bentwood in pieces that allowed the natural beauty of these materials to shine. Simple and casual yet sophisticated, his vintage sofas, lounge chairs and other furniture epitomize the Scandinavian modern style that took post–World War II design by storm.
Although he created versatile furnishings that promoted comfort along with style, Norell is lesser known than many other mid-century designers, with some of his work produced only after his death. Born in Åsele, Sweden, Norell opened a furniture workshop in Solna, just north of Stockholm, in 1954. In 1958, he established Møbel AB Arne Norell on a farm in Småland. (This region is also the birthplace of IKEA, which opened its first store that same year.) The beauty and tranquility of this location were a source of inspiration.
In Småland, Norell created his most well-known designs, among them the Inca armchair with visible wooden dowels and plush leather, the Indra and Ilona sofas and the spare but elegant wood-framed Sirocco chair (1964). For many of his designs, Norell looked to the same military-style campaign furniture that had, decades prior, inspired the revered Safari chair (1933) crafted by Kaare Klint, a legendary Danish designer and Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts professor who taught the likes of Hans Wegner, Ole Wanscher and others.
Like these earlier furniture designers, Norell was committed to making comfortable and practical furniture. Using leather and warm woods as the building blocks of his work, he eschewed glue and screws, instead securing his designs with buckles and leather straps. In 1973, Norell earned posthumous recognition from the British Furniture Manufacturers Association for his sumptuous Ari chair, a luxurious lounge set on a chrome-plated steel frame with foam cushions covered in leather.
During his lifetime, Norell’s work was popular among European interior designers. However, it became more widely known after 1971, when many of his designs were finally put into production. Norell’s furnishings, as well as work by his daughter Marie Norell-Möller and other Swedish designers, are still crafted by hand in the Aneby, Sweden, factory operated by Norell Furniture, which has remained a family-run company.
Find a collection of authentic vintage Arne Norell furniture today on 1stDibs.
- Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are NorellBy Norell Möbel AB, Arne NorellLocated in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler AB Era: 1960s Materials: Beech, leather Measurements: 58.75? wide x 31.5? deep Condition: In excellent origin...Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsLeather, Beech
- Indra Model Loveseat by Arne NorellBy Arne NorellLocated in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Arne Norell Møbler Era: 1960s Materials: leather, beech Measurements: 63.75? wide x 34" deep x 30" tall Condition: In exce...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsLeather, Beech
- Arne Norell "Ilona" Loveseat in Oak + Patinated LeatherBy Norell Möbel AB, Arne NorellLocated in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler Era: 1960s Materials: Oak, Leather Measurements: 60" wide x 31" deep x 31" tall Seat Height: 15" tall Condition: ...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsLeather, Oak
- Chresten Findahl Brodersen Loveseat in TeakBy Chresten Findahl Brodersen, Findahls Møbelfabrik 1Located in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Denmark Designer: Chresten Findahl Brodersen Manufacturer: Findahls Møbelfabrik Era: 1950s Measurements: 70.75” wide x 34” deep x 30” ...Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsTeak
- Modern Bentwood Loveseat in Red WoolLocated in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Sweden Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1970s Materials: Bent Plywood, Wool, Chrome Measurements: 51? wide x 26? deep x 30? tall Seat: 43? wide x 20? deep x...Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsChrome
- Swedish Modern "Tellus" Loveseat by Folke JanssonBy Folke Jansson, SM Wincrantz 1Located in Berkeley, CAOrigin: Sweden Designer: Folke Jansson Manufacturer: SM Wincrantz Era: 1950s Materials: Beech, Fabric Measurements: 61? wide x 29.5? tall Condition: In excellent original con...Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsBeech, Fabric
- Arne Norell Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Settee Loveseat SofaBy Arne NorellLocated in Countryside, ILArne Norell Style mid century Danish rosewood settee loveseat sofa. This settee measures: 51.25 wide x 27 deep x 26 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in what we c...Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsUpholstery, Rosewood
- 'Ilona' Safari Style Leather Sling Loveseat by Arne Norell, circa 1970By Norell Möbel AB, Arne NorellLocated in Los Angeles, CAThis beautiful Arne Norell 'Ilona' loveseat features thick saddle leather slings with straps and buckles and groovy 70s Marimekko-style fabric cushions. Produced in the 1970s by ...Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsLeather, Fabric, Wood
$7,400 Sale Price21% Off - Mid Century Modern Leather & Rosewood Loveseat by Arne Norell, c1960sBy Arne NorellLocated in Chino Hills, CAPresenting for sale, an iconic, rare, and highly sought-after mid-century modern loveseat designed by the legendary Swedish designer, Arne Norell. This exquisite piece originates fro...Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsLeather, Rosewood
- Arne Norell Sofa Kontiki by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970sBy Arne NorellLocated in Stockholm, SE3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original black leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Very good condition!.Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
MaterialsLeather
- Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970sBy Arne Norell, Norell Möbel ABLocated in London, GBAn original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in patterned fabric. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor sign...Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsBrass
$3,455 Sale Price25% Off - Arne Norell Sofa Model Ilona, SwedenBy Arne NorellLocated in St Louis Park, MNC. 1960s Produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden. This sofa is epitome of comfort. It has been reupholstered in the highest quality stone colored vegan sherpa. The frame is comprised o...Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
MaterialsFabric, Bentwood