Bauhaus Seating Set in Chrome and Leather from Mücke Melder, Czech, 1930s, Set of 3

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Sofa dimensions:
Height: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Width: 155 cm (61.0 in)
Depth: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Seat: 40 cm … Read more Sofa dimensions:
Height: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Width: 155 cm (61.0 in)
Depth: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Seat: 40 cm (15.7 in)

Armchair dimensions:
Height: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Width: 60 cm (23.6 in)
Depth: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Seat: 43 cm (16.9 in)

This lounge suite, consisting of a two-seater sofa and two matching armchairs, is an absolutely extraordinary and exclusive find on the antique design market. It represents the absolute pinnacle of interwar functionalism and avant-garde Bauhaus style from the 1930s. The armchairs are the iconic Model Fn 21 FAMOS manufactured by the renowned Mücke-Melder company, and the two-seater sofa follows the exact same structural and aesthetic template. This is a very rarely seen complete set, as sofas matching this specific chair model were produced in highly limited numbers.

The history of this iconic design is fascinating—it is based on an original concept by Marcel Breuer, which was legally secured for the Thonet company by Anton Lorenc following a legendary patent dispute. It proved to be such a timeless, ergonomically flawless, and highly sought-after type of cantilever furniture that various manufacturers continued to produce it with minor modifications well into the 1950s.

The entire suite has undergone a comprehensive, uncompromising professional restoration. The cantilever tubular steel frames have been professionally cleaned and buffed to a flawless mirror shine. The solid beech armrests have been refinished in a deep black piano lacquer and polished to a luxurious high gloss, perfectly matching the sleek upholstery. The bodies of the sofa and both armchairs have been newly upholstered in premium genuine Italian leather in an elegant black tone.

This complete lounge suite represents a premier investment opportunity and a museum-quality piece of interior architecture. It delivers an unrepeatable combination of historical pedigree, ultra-premium materials, and supreme seating comfort that will effortlessly anchor any high-end modern, mid-century, or functionalist space. 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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