Pine Armchair by Göran Malmvall for Svensk Fur and Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1940s

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A beautiful Swedish pine armchair designed by Göran Malmvall for Svensk Fur / Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, circa 1940s–1950s.

… Read more A beautiful Swedish pine armchair designed by Göran Malmvall for Svensk Fur / Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, circa 1940s–1950s.

The chair is crafted from solid pine and features a wonderfully simple yet sculptural Scandinavian form, with a high rectangular backrest, rounded edges, splayed legs and elegantly angled armrests. The strong grain of the pine gives the piece a warm, natural expression, while the generous proportions make it highly decorative as both a dining armchair, occasional chair or accent piece.

The chair has been carefully restored and presents in very good vintage condition. The wood has a light, natural tone with beautiful visible grain and only minor signs of age and use. A refined and honest example of Swedish mid-century furniture, combining rustic materiality with clean modernist lines.

Göran Malmvall was a Swedish furniture designer and cabinetmaker, closely connected to Karl Andersson & Söner. His pine furniture from the “Svensk Fur” series is appreciated for its solid construction, architectural simplicity and timeless Scandinavian character.

Designer: Göran Malmvall
Manufacturer: Svensk Fur / Karl Andersson & Söner
Origin: Sweden
Period: circa 1940s–1950s
Material: solid pine
Condition: very good vintage condition, restored/refinished
Style: Scandinavian Modern, Swedish Modern, Mid-Century This piece has an attribution mark,
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