Mid-Century Modernist Sofa and Armchair in Blonde Maple and Upholstery attributed to Terence Conran, 1970s, Set of 2

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A very attractive and rare, solid maple-framed 1970s lounge set in lovely vintage condition. Attributed to world-renowned modernist designer sir … Read more A very attractive and rare, solid maple-framed 1970s lounge set in lovely vintage condition. Attributed to world-renowned modernist designer sir terence conran, this super lounge set features an impressively sized and strikingly attractive low-back three-seater sofa and a comfy and cool matching armchair. This terrific pair will add excellent quality, lovely light, natural colouring and a wonderfully charming, smart-yet-relaxed, scandinavian-inspired aesthetic of modernist-minimalist elegance to any interior.

this stunning, high-end lounge set is, reassuringly, extremely heavy, thanks in large part to the eye-catchingly attractive four-sided, stepped and carved show-frames, which enable both pieces to be appreciated from any angle. The solid maple wood displays lovely light golden-blonde colouring and super grain patterning and has traditional joinery plugs, adding an artisan finishing touch to this super, almost-cubist, modernist suite.

effortlessly 1970s and very scandinavian-modern-influenced, this good-looking low-back pair exude simplicity-with-style, with the gorgeous maple blonde colouring complementing the sandy-oatmeal neutral tones of the woven fabric upholstery.

attributed to sir terence conran, we’ve not been able to find another pair the same but we’ve seen similar mid century designs by milo baughman and leif jacobsen, and the craftsmanship on display in this pair is certainly what you’d expect from a high-end designer set.

all in all this is a remarkable lounge suite, which will add super quality and colouring and a smart-but-relaxed, modernist scandinavian look to any setting.

condition
this lounge suite is in good vintage condition. Structurally sound, sturdy and reassuringly heavy, it is clearly a very high-end suite. There are foot pads to help move both pieces. The solid maple frames and legs were crafted to last and have only minor to-be-expected knocks and scuffs to show their age. The suite was reupholstered in the early 21st century in a sandy-oatmeal woven fabric, complete with arm coverings, which is in good condition with some fading. The original web seating support is covered in a loose layer of this fabric, which could be used for extras or sewing touch-ups and the removable seat, cushion covers and armrest covers have all been cleaned ready for their new home. The only area of notable wear is the rear-side right corner of the sofa, where some of the fabric has worn, but which can only been seen when viewing from the back. Overall it's a remarkable and strikingly attractive lounge suite in lovely vintage condition and if well looked after it should remain just as gorgeous for generations to come – please see the photos.

measurements
sofa:
height not inc back cushion – 64cm, height inc back cushion – 73cm, width – 206cm, depth – 83cm, seat height – 44cm, seat width – 184cm, seat depth before cushion – 51cm, est weight – 70-90kg.
armchair:
height not inc back cushion – 64cm, height inc back cushion – 73cm, width – 82cm, depth – 86cm, seat height – 42.5cm, seat width – 59cm, seat depth before cushion – 53cm, est weight – 25kg. 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



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