Senator Series 3-Seater Sofa in Teak with Bouclé Upholstery by Ole Wanscher for France & Daverkosen, Denmark, 1950s

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Original three-seater sofa from the Senator series, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured in Denmark. This particular piece was crafted … Read more Original three-seater sofa from the Senator series, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured in Denmark. This particular piece was crafted by France & Daverkosen from solid teak. The Senator series is among Wanscher's most renowned designs, combining Scandinavian elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. Its characteristic features include delicate proportions, gently curved armrests, and organic forms, making it a classic of Danish mid-century design.

The sofa boasts an elegantly shaped frame made of solid teak and a strikingly beautiful back, allowing it to be placed anywhere in the room. The foam cushions have been completely replaced, ensuring excellent seating comfort, and are upholstered in a high-quality, light bouclé fabric from the premium Danish manufacturer Kvadrat/Sahco. The cushion covers and dust catcher under the seat cushions have also been replaced.

Condition: Professionally refurbished. New foam cushions with high-quality bouclé upholstery by Kvadrat/Sahco, cushion covers and dust catcher replaced. The solid teak wood is in very good and stable vintage condition with only a few light scratches, minor blemishes, and subtle age-related discoloration. A rare and high-quality designer sofa with exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance.

Dimensions: 182 × 75 × 80 × 43 cm (71.7" × 29.5" × 31.5" × 16.9") Width × Depth × Height × Seat Height

Original three-seat Senator sofa, designed by Ole Wanscher and manufactured in Denmark by France and Daverkosen. This rare version features the highly desirable solid teak frame with one only back rest board and belongs to Wanscher's celebrated Senator series, one of the finest examples of Danish Mid-Century Modern furniture. The design is distinguished by its elegant proportions, organically sculpted armrests, refined joinery and timeless craftsmanship, reflecting Ole Wanscher's philosophy of combining classical furniture traditions with modern Scandinavian design.

The organically shaped solid teak wood frame showcases beautiful craftsmanship from every angle, including an exceptionally elegant rear profile that allows the sofa to be placed within a room. The cushions have been completely renewed with new high-density foam and upholstered in an exclusive bouclé fabric by Danish premium textile manufacturer Kvadrat / Sahco. The dust cover and cushion support have also been renewed.

Condition: Professionally restored. New high-density foam cushions upholstered in premium Kvadrat / Sahco bouclé fabric. Dust cover and cushion support renewed. The solid teak wood frame remains in excellent, sturdy vintage condition with only minor scratches, light discoloration and small age-related marks. A rare and beautifully crafted Danish design classic. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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