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Danish Modern Sofa By William Watting For Modernord

About the Item

This traditional Danish modern sofa was designed in the mid 20th century by American designer William Watting who left the United States to design furniture in Denmark. This sofa, which was designed for the Danish branch of the Netherlandish furniture company Modernord, has a beautifully carved solid oak frame and is newly upholstered in honey golden fleck textured chenille. The designer and makers mark remain intact. The arm height measures 23 inches.
  • Creator:
    William Watting (Designer),Modernord Holland (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 57 in (144.78 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Refinished and newly upholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1560241262792

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