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1940s Italian Sofa with Organic Backrest in Blue Velvet and Walnut
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Sofa, velvet, walnut, Italy, 1940s
Dating back the forties, the sofa displays a sinuous, curvilinear form, indicative of the era's interest in fluid, natural shapes, reminiscent of the works by notable Italian designers like Guglielmo Ulrich, Andrea Busiri-Vici, and Carlo Enrico Rava that combined modern forms with classical details. The sofa’s overall silhouette is dominated by flowing, rounded lines that evoke natural, biomorphic shapes. This curvilinear form contrasts with the more rigid, angular designs typical of earlier decades, embodying the shift towards softer, more human-centric shapes in the 1940s. The sweeping armrests harmoniously follow the dynamic lines of the backrest, pointing slightly outwards to create an inviting look. The carved feet align seamlessly with the overall curved shape of the sofa, with their subtle scalloping along the base of the feet, adding a decorative touch. Upholstered in a deep blue velvet and embellished with button tufting, the sofa exudes a sense of refinement. The choice of color further emphasizes the organic, natural aesthetic, akin to the deep hues of the sea or sky.
Kindly note that the piece is in good, used condition with signs of age and use. For further details, we encourage you to reach out to our team of design specialists.
- Dimensions:Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 87.41 in (222 cm)Depth: 35.04 in (89 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
- Seller Location:Waalwijk, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 501163261stDibs: LU933142223682
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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