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Modern Danish 46 Sofa in Dark Blue Velvet by Finn Juhl for Carl Brørup, 1940s
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Description
Early and important Finn Juhl "46" sofa made in the 1940s at original manufacturer Carl Brørup. The sofa is upholstered …
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Early and important Finn Juhl "46" sofa made in the 1940s at original manufacturer Carl Brørup. The sofa is upholstered in a beautiful dark blue velvet. The sofa is in very good original condition. A collectors item. As the name suggests, this bold, curvaceous two-seater sofa was originally designed in 1946 and was crafted by upholsterer Carl Brørup in his Copenhagen workshop. Finn Juhl, who was greatly influenced by modern art, integrated this inspiration into his designs during that period, with the 46 Sofa being a prime example. Exhibiting a free-flowing design and sculptural form, the 46 Sofa encapsulates Finn Juhl's approach to furniture design. It showcases the liberation from traditional constraints that modern art embodies. As a young man, Finn Juhl dreamt of becoming an art historian, however his father would not allow it. In spite of this, Finn Juhl remained strongly influenced by modern art – especially during the 1930s and 1940s. This source of inspiration was the main reason his designs took such organic shapes with almost human-like features. Finn Juhl worked from the core and outwards in a similar fashion to that of a surrealist artist, and was inspired by the freedom from convention reflected in art. The 46 Sofa embodies his approach to furniture design, with a soft sculptural form inspired by artists such as Henry Moore and Pablo Picasso. Just like Finn Juhl’s iconic Pelican Chair, the 46 Sofa is also a “body for the body” as the curvaceous sofa embraces the seated person. Only this sofa can accommodate two people. At the time when the 46 Sofa was introduced, Finn Juhl’s artistic license was heavily criticized. Some critics scornfully called his furniture “tired walruses''. Today, the 46 Sofa is an elegant addition to any interior style. Embodying an organic and fluid design, the 46 Sofa creates a comfortable seat for two, perfect for a living room space. The sofa is masterfully built, consisting of a solid wooden frame with springs in the cushion and entirely hand sewn upholstery. The 46 Sofa is a true representation of timeless and excellent craftsmanship. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 51.57ʺW × 29.13ʺD × 32.28ʺH
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Velvet
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
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