Heywood-Wakefield Contessa “Metronome” Sofa, 1959 - Attributed to Carl Otto

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A sculptural Contessa "Metronome" sofa Attributed to Carl Otto for Heywood-Wakefield, an iconic example of American Mid-Century Modern seating. Distinguished … Read more A sculptural Contessa "Metronome" sofa Attributed to Carl Otto for Heywood-Wakefield, an iconic example of American Mid-Century Modern seating. Distinguished by its angular profile, floating seat appearance, and elegant tapered metal legs, this design is one of Otto’s most recognizable and collectible works for Heywood-Wakefield. Exceedingly rare, the Contessa line was Heywood-Wakefield’s premier modern collection, introduced in 1959 and produced in limited numbers.

This sofa has been professionally reupholstered in brand-new fabric, giving it a crisp, tailored presentation while preserving the integrity of the original mid-century form. The fresh upholstery highlights the architectural lines and makes the piece both highly livable and visually striking in contemporary or period interiors.

Please note: this listing is for the sofa only. A matching lounge chair from the same Carl Otto for Heywood-Wakefield Contessa set is available separately, and the sofa and chair are also offered together as a complete set on my page.

While no original paper label is present, the form, construction, and proportions align with documented Contessa / Metronome originals by Heywood-Wakefield. See less