Sofa / Daybed Constanzebank in Teak, Steel and Leather by Johannes Spalt, 1960's

Pair of Sofas in Steel and Leather by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Steel and leather Style: Mid century, Germany Produced by Kill Int...

Sofa / Daybed in Oak, Brass and Original Fabric by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Oak, brass and original fabric Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Rare sofa ...

Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, sofa or daybed, leather, chrome-plated steel, Austria, 1960s. This mid-century modern sofa is designed by the acclaimed Austrian furniture designer Johannes Spalt. The design is characterized by a solid construction based on sharp lines and angular shapes noticeable in the body of the seat and the chromed steel base, underlining the clear structured design. The metal legs elevate the seat in a graceful way, which establish an open and more transparent look to the whole unit. The tufted seat with buttons is upholstered in black leather. As outcome, this creates more visual interest and adds a graphical touch to the quite simplistic design. By only one hand movement the 'Constance' transforms from a comfortable sofa to daybed. A very elegant and also nifty technique. Johannes Spalt (1920-2010) was a postwar Austrian architect. In 1952 he founded the collective "Arbeitsgruppe 4" together with Wilhelm Holzbauer, Friedrich Kurrent and Otto Leitner. Their ideas and designs are still a great example of Austrian architecture...

Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, cognac leather, teak, Austria, 1960s. This Austrian daybed is named 'Constanze'. This item is designed by Johannes Spalt and manufactured by Wittmann. T...