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Place of Origin: Finnish
Sofa Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian brutalist modular sofa, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Scandinavian brutalist modular sofa, 1970s
Product Details
Made of wood and leather.
Composed of six modular sections, two of which have an armrest.
Total dimensions: 486 W x 66 H × ...
Category
1970s Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$9,129 / set
Marta Blomstedt Lambswool & Walnut Sofa, Finland circa 1940s
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exceptionally rare and elegant sofa was designed by the celebrated Finnish architect and designer, Marta Blomstedt. This piece is a sublime example of early Finnish modernism, s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
A Finnish Design Curved Sofa, Attr. Paul Boman Circa 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stand out curved sofa (banana shaped) upholstered with a beautiful flower pattern, and made in Finland in the 1940s. This sofa is attributed to Paul Boman, but due to lack of docum...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Metal
$3,784 Sale Price
36% Off
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy
By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Carl-Johan Boman Finnish 1940's curved sofa, a classic piece of Scandinavian modern design from the prestigious Boman Oy. This vintage s...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pair of Flemming Lassen Ingeborg Chairs in Smooth Beige Sheepskin, Asko 1950s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Helsinki, FI
A lovely pair of Ingeborg arm chairs by danish architect Flemming Lassen in smooth beige natural sheepskin.
The curvy armrests and a slightly round buttoned back give the chairs a ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
$30,352 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, off-white fabric and metal sofa designed in Finland, 1930s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Sofas and 2 Chairs, by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, 1963
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of two "Ateljee" three-seater sofas and two "Ateljee" armchairs was designed in Finland in the 1960s by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi. The frame is made of oak and the seat is co...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
1970 Kurt Hvitsjö Rare “Hannibal” Black 3- Seater Sofa For Isku, Finland
By Isku
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good/very good original condition with minor signs of use
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Scandinavian Modern sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy from the 1940s/1950s. Elm frame, re-upholstered with high quality Lauritzon's Lamm Ecru -fabric. ...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Elm
$5,202 Sale Price
24% Off
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Finland, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted wood and pink velvet sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1920s.
Seat Height: 16"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional...
Category
1920s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Finnish Design Curved Armchairs, Attr. Paul Boman Circa 1940s
By Paul Boman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning pair of vintage Scandinavian armchairs, likely from the 1940s, attributed to designer Paul Boman. Featuring plush upholstery in a luxurious olive-green velvet fabric with ...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Metal
$3,549 Sale Price / set
40% Off
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox 02...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Birch
Sofa Model Trienna Designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent original condition.
Original green leather cushions, braided natural leather in the back.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Three seater sofa by UU-Vee Kaluste Oy. It was made in Finland
By Uu-Vee Kaluste Oy
Located in Toronto, ON
Rare three seater sofa by UU-Vee Kaluste Oy. It was made in Finland. This is a harder to find piece from UU-Vee Kaluste Oy. It can seat up to three and can also be used as a daybed. ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Sofa, Birger Hahl, A. Salmi Huonekalutehdas, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa, designed by Birger Hahl, manufactured by A. Salmi Huonekalutehdas, Finland, 1930s. Stained ash frame, wool fabric upholstery. Good vintage condition,...
Category
1930s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Ash
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi 'Ateljee' Sectional Sofa in Black Leather
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, modular sofa, leather, metal, wood, Finland, 1963
This streamlined sectional sofa is characterized by a simplistic, natural and modernist aesthetic...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Metal
Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has been fully reconditioned and newly upholstered in a w...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Birch
Esko Pajamies für Asko „Bonanza“ 3-Sitzer Sofa Eiche Holz. Finnland 1970s
By Esko Pajamies, Asko
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Wunderschönes Esko Pajamies für Asko „Bonanza" Sofa / 3-Sitzer in massivem Eichenholz Gestell und fantastischem, italienischem Stoff bezogen, Finnland 197...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - Fox...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Contemporary Curved Sofa 'Unio' by Poiat, Tiger Mountain - Dedar
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Curved sofa by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2023
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters)
Model shown: Tiger Mount...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood, Velvet
Flemming Lassen Ingeborg Sofa in Beech & Smooth Beige Sheepskin, Asko 1950s
By Flemming Lassen, Asko
Located in Helsinki, FI
A lovely lounge sofa by danish architect Flemming Lassen in smooth beige natural sheepskin. The sofa has the same design as the Ingeborg chair in the series (sofa and chair) which ha...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
$15,603 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Birch
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Seat height 17”.
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Runar Engblom, 1950's sofa for Hotel Vaakuna
By Boman OY, Runar Engblom
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Immerse yourself in true Scandinavian vintage elegance with the Runar Engblom 1950's sofa, originally designed for the iconic Hotel Vaakuna in Helsinki. This exquisite piece embodies...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Curved Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Boman OY, Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully sculpted example of early Scandinavian modernism, this curved sofa was designed by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy in Finland during the 1940s. Its gently sweeping form a...
Category
1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ilmari Tapiovaara Three Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Teak
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Esposizione Permanente mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili manufactured by Paolo Arnaboldi, sofa, teak, leather, brass, Italy, 1957.
This three-seat sofa is designed by Finnish designer...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Brass
Model "Susanna" Sofa, Aake Anttila, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model "Susanna" Sofa, designed by Aake Anttila, manufactured by Lahden Lepokalusto Oy, Finland, 1950s. Birch frame with velvet like fabric upholstery. Beautiful embossing on the fabr...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Mid-Century Curved Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Boman OY, Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Karis, Nyland
Carl-Johan Boman for Oy Boman AB rare loveseat/compact sofa with elegantly curved back and tapering stained legs, Finland, 1940s. This exquisite sofa has a classic Scandinavian Moder...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Hämeen Kalustaja, Sofa, Pine, Leather, Finland, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and brown leather sofa designed and produced by Hämeen Kalustaja, Finland, 1970s.
Seat height 14”.
Category
1970s Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Pine
Contemporary Sofa 'Unio Curved' in Tiger Mountain
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Curved sofa by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2023
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters)
Model shown: Tiger Mount...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Plywood
$11,974 / item
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Sofa Model Trienna Produced in Finland
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Trienna designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Produced in Finland.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Walnut
Contemporary Curved Sofa 'Unio' by Poiat, Hanoi 04 by Pierre Frey
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Curved sofa by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2021
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters)
Model shown: Cat 3. Hanoi 04 b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Ateljee Sofa by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, Finland
By Haimi, Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sofa Ateljee designed in 1959 and produced in 1964 by finish designer Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, Finland. Early edition in hardwood and wood legs with ori...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Midcentury Sofa by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Karlstad, SE
Three-seat sofa model "Trienna" by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, 1950s.
Stunning sofa made of oak with leather straps supporting the backrest...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Curved Sofa 'Unio' by Poiat, Pergamena 017 Fabric by Dedar
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Curved sofa by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2021
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters)
Model shown: Cat 4. Perg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Bonanza sofa With Svensson Fabric, Esko Pajamies, Asko, Mid-20th Century
By Asko, Esko Pajamies
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Iconic Bonanza sofa, designed by Esko Pajamies, manufactured by Asko, Mid-20th Century. Oak frame. Reupholstered seats with Ludvig Svensson -fabric. The frame is refinished. Good vin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Teak Daybed Sofa by Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Rīga, LV
This minimalist sofa is made of two teak boards on solid beech wood legs. Zipped cushions are removable, there’re 2 upholstery options - green Marimekko fabric inside.
Additional in...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Mid-century modern Boomerang sofa by Olavi Hänninen
By Olavi Hanninen, Mikko Nupponen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Add a touch of mid-century modern luxury to your space with the Olavi Hänninen 1960's Boomerang sofa. Crafted from rich mahogany, this iconic piece features the legendary boomerang s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Alvar Aalto Paimio Sofa for Finmar Finland ca 1932
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Danville, CA
Rare original Alvar Aalto Paimio sofa design circuit 1932 by Finmar, Finland. Spectacular bent plywood frame, recent neutral green micro chenille upholste...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Bentwood
Ilmari Lappalainen "Laila" Sofa for Asko, Finland 1950s
By Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Laila” models from the series by the Finnish designer Ilmari Lappalainen originates from 1948, with the earliest original drawings kept in the Lahti City Museum in their Lappalainen Collection. Designed in the halcyon phase of what we know today as Mid-Century Modern, this charming sofa is a unique evidence of how traditional Finnish craftsmanship was brought into modernism.
This sofa is from the Finnish designer’s most famous series called “Laila”. The design became sought after by collectors even in its production time, which is quite rare in the case of Nordic Mid-Century Modern furniture. Lappalainen was a renowned designer, famous for his designs’ comfort. Some of his designs even received medical approval because they had such a good seating that it prevented back problems. As an essentially Finnish modern piece, this sofa is built around the core characteristics of the era: gently rounded edges, tapered wooden legs, and a generous, fully upholstered body. The style was modelled on the Swedish and Danish furniture of the time, including the round edges and generous seat cushion and back with three large tufted buttons. In the absence of ornamentation, the three large tufted buttons on the back stand out, creating depth as they sink into the textured green fabric. The design has the “Classic Nordic look”, which explains the contemporary popularity of this sofa both among the public and museums. The modern aesthetic is further elevated by the textured, premium upholstery that complements the shape and the wooden, tapered legs as well.
Wood is omnipresent in the Nordics, and Finnish woodworking is world-famous for its traditions. This sofa was created for Asko, the Finnish furniture manufacturing company founded in 1918 by Aukusti Asko Avonius, known for the production of high-quality furniture. By 1930 the company had developed into the largest furniture chain in Finland and the largest supplier of furniture in the Scandinavian countries. Favourites of this time included Ilmari Lappalainen’s Laila...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 1
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen - ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Rare sofa by Alvar Aalto. Finland, 1956. Provenance: Kansanela¨kelaitos (The Social Insurance Institution of Finland). Example provided with original label....
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Brass
$59,993
Curved Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Boman OY, Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Karis, Nyland
Carl-Johan Boman for Oy Boman AB rare loveseat/compact sofa with elegantly curved back and tapering stained legs, Finland, 1940s. This exquisite sofa has a classic Scandinavian Moder...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Maija Ruoslahti Sofa Produced by Sopenkorpi in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa designed by Maija Ruoslahti. Produced by Sopenkorpi in Finland.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Esko Pajamies Mid-Century 3 Seat Bonanza Sofa Oak Frame Blue Herringbone Fabric.
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Vintage Oak-Framed Bonanza Sofa – This stunning sofa was imported from Sweden and has been beautifully restored by our in-house restoration team. The sofa has been upholstered in a m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Textile, Oak
Contemporary Small Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: L...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Foam, Plywood
Ateljee Sofa 1960s by Yrjo Kukkapuro
By Yrjö Kukkapuro
Located in London, GB
A fabulous black vintage Ateljee leather sofa, this piece was designed by Yrjo Kukkapuro and was made in Finland in 1963.
Crafted from beautiful black leather, ebonized wood and ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1940s Finnish Curved Sofa with Buttoned Backrest by Carl-Johan Boman
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in London, GB
This comfortable large sofa is a classic Finnish modern design from the 1940s by Carl-Johan Boman. It has a simple, elegant design with clean lines and a curved back. The oak frame a...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 2 (Corner 2305 L + Open End 1910 L)
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Larsen ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Olof Ottelin "Duetto" Sofa for Kervo Snickerifabrik Stockmann, Finland, 1950s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in Utrecht, NL
This lovely “Duetto” loveseat was designed back in the 1950s to bring the sitters closer together. This intention is clearly traceable in Ottelin’s drawings, where the back was drawn as hands embracing the users.
A loveseat derives its name from holding two people close to one another. First invented in the 17th century, this two-person chair was originally intended for women wearing large dresses with hoops to sit comfortably. In the Nordic countries, loveseats, such as this model, were typically made of quality woods with fully upholstered bodies to enhance the cosiness. This rare “Duetto” is unquestionably Ottelin’s most distinctive sofa model. This is primarily due to the peculiar back that has a heart shape and envelopes towards the front to form the arms as well. At the top, the edge curves outward creating a welcoming and open look. The homely curviness and precision clearly show the influence of Werner West, Ottelin’s teacher. The body, upholstered in honey-coloured sheepskin, is paired with tapered, lacquered wood legs. This combination is a true Nordic characteristic, keeping the tradition of using organic materials at its core.
As this “Duetto” sofa shows, the shapes and forms of Nordic minimalism of the mid-century are infinitely interesting. Additionally, the stylish look is always paired with the highest quality craftsmanship, here provided by the Finnish furniture company, Kervo Snickerifabrik, Oy Stockmann. The Kerava cabinetmaking company was founded on February 1, 1862 and Ottelin served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium sheepskin. 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:
60.23 in W x 29.52 in D x 34.25 in H; Seat height 17.32 in
153 cm W x 75 cm D x 87 cm H; Seat height 44 cm
About the designer:
Karl Olof Ottelin (Helsinki, 3 May 1917 - Helsinki, 9 February 1971) was a Finnish interior designer and furniture designer who, in the 1950s, was the director and chief designer of Stockmann's furniture department.
Ottelin began his studies at the Central School of Art and Design in 1939, but had to suspend his studies for 1941–1944 due to conscription. He graduated as an interior designer in 1946 and started at Stockmann's drawing office in 1948. He served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971.
Ottelin's best-known products are modern wooden chairs, but he also designed cabinet and shelving systems and extensive interior design for a variety of properties. In 1952, Olof Ottelin designed the furniture for the Swedish School of Economics in Helsinki together with Lisa Johansson-Pape (lamps), Yki Nummi (coloring) and Dora Jung...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat.
Setup 1.
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm).
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski.
upholstery: Chivas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Foam, Plywood
1960s Rare 3-Seater Oak Sofa, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in quality 100% recycled KIRGBY fabric.
- Wooden parts have been carefully refurbished.
- Height of seat 44 cm.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Yang 95, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm)
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Upholstery: Chivasso ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat.
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm).
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski.
Upholstery: Chivas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Tobia Scarpa Sofa Model Bastiano Produced by Haimi in Finland
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Bastiano designed by Tobia Scarpa. Produced by Haimi in Finland.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Finnish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
Eero Aarnio Mid Century Rattan Sofa
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Countryside, IL
Eero Aarnio midcentury rattan sofa
This sofa measures: 76 wide x 32 deep x 24.5 inches high, with a seat height of 14.5 and arm height of 2...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Finnish Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
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