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Scandinavian Modern Muslinge or Clam Sofa

$11,531.89
£8,553.22
€9,800VAT Included
CA$16,180.97
A$16,441.24
CHF 9,314.35
MX$200,049.39
NOK 109,219.64
SEK 109,814.69
DKK 74,775.86

About the Item

Muslinge sofa or Clam sofa designed in 1944 likely by Arnold Madsen. The sofa is manufactured by Sune Johanssons Möbelfabrik in Nässjö, Sweden. The sofa is in good vintage condition consistent with age and use with some smaller signs of wear. Ready to be re-upholstered in sheep-skin. The sofa has a padded frame with curved armrests and turned legs. Riveted back. The sofa was originally designed for Nordisk Staal & Möbel Central in Denmark in 1944. However through licensed production it has also been manufactured by for example Vik & Blindheim, Sykkylven in Norway. This particular piece was made through licensed production by Sune Johanssons Möbelfabrik in Nässjö, which is the third known licensed manufacturer of the sofa.
  • Attributed to:
    Arnold Madsen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 50.4 in (128 cm)Depth: 33.08 in (84 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kramfors, SE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 19471stDibs: LU2446331023922

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