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Göran Malmvall modernist pinewood rocking chair, Svensk Fur, Sweden, 1940s
$2,948.27
£2,206.85
€2,500
CA$4,057.66
A$4,522.68
CHF 2,372.90
MX$55,229.35
NOK 30,046.04
SEK 28,398.08
DKK 19,031.76
About the Item
Swedish modernist rocking chair, model 513, designed by Göran Malmvall for the manufacturer Karl Andersson & Söner, Huskvarna. Dating from the late 1940s, it represents a later example of the "sportstugemöbler" (sport lodge furniture) style, popularized in the 1920s by architects like Axel-Einar Hjorth. Crafted from pine, it features a solid seat and a sculptural backrest. Complete with original cushions upholstered in a floral pattern.
Karl Andersson & Söner, founded in 1944 by Karl Andersson and his four sons in Huskvarna, gained recognition for its rustic pinewood furniture. Göran Malmvall, who remained an active designer at the company until his death in 1982, made significant contributions to its design legacy. The company, known for its collaborations with architects such as Carl Malmsten and later Børge Mogensen, continues to thrive today.
- Creator:Goran Malmvall (Designer),Karl Andersson & Söner (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 23.23 in (59 cm)Depth: 33.47 in (85 cm)Seat Height: 11.42 in (29 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940-1949
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In an excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear and patina. Some small chips in the wood and textile with some minor wear.
- Seller Location:Forserum, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9614244868782
Goran Malmvall
Vintage Göran Malmvall furniture reflects the skill and precision of a craftsman focused on geometry and sumptuous simplicity. The Swedish designer's tables and case pieces are sleek and striking, with elegant, clean lines that emphasize the function-first sensibility typically associated with Scandinavian modernism. An adept cabinetmaker with considerable technical expertise, Malmvall created furniture that is widely loved by design enthusiasts all over the world.
Malmvall was born in Berghem, Sweden, and was the youngest son of Karl Andersson — the master cabinetmaker and founder of the reputable furniture company Karl Andersson & Söner. Malmvall grew up on the small family farm in Berghem with his ten brothers and sisters but was so frequently in the factory that he often slept there. At the young age of 17, he became a foreman on the production floor and, eventually, factory manager.
Early on, Malmvall showed a considerable talent for design and began studying furniture-making in his spare time. He took design courses near his hometown, and he was brought into the family business at a young age. Malmvall furthered his studies under the tutelage of Carl Malmsten, a prominent designer and educator associated with Swedish modernism.
Malmvall became an integral part of Karl Andersson & Söner and one of its leading designers. In 1972, he created the iconic KA72 series of storage cabinets — a completely customizable system that can be purchased with solid-wood or glass-front doors and open shelving. The KA72 collection is still available from Karl Karl Andersson & Söner today and is versatile enough for any room in the home.
Malmvall went on to design for several Scandinavian furniture companies. The slender dining chairs, sofas and tables he created for Svensk Fur are likely his best known designs. He remained a designer for Karl Andersson & Söner until 1982. The designer’s son, Karl Malmvall, is also a successful furniture designer who worked for IKEA.
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