Sofa designed by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder
Denmark, 1943
Cherry wood and Savak wool.This sofa is likely to be a unique design by Finn Juhl who gifted the piece to grandparents of its previous owners in 1943. The softly curved backrest, elegantly sloping arms, and sculptural silhouette reflect Juhl’s signature style of blending organic shapes with functional design. The armrests rise gracefully, creating a sense of openness and lightness while providing ergonomic comfort. The button-tufted detailing on the backrest enhances the tactile and visual appeal, adding texture while emphasising the sofa’s understated luxury. The legs, crafted from cherry wood, taper delicately towards the ground, elevating the sofa and contributing to the modern appearance.
The sofa has been re-upholstered using the finest Savak wool. The fine texture and muted tones of the wool compliment the sofa’s sculptural form while offering exceptional comfort. The organic curves of the sofa were achieved through steam-bending or laminating techniques, which allowed for smooth, flowing lines without compromising the strength of the wooden frame.
Like most of Finn Juhl’s designs, this sofa was manufactured by Niels Vodder. This partnership began in the late 1930s and lasted until the early 1950s and is celebrated as one of the most iconic collaborations in Danish design history. Niels Vodder focused on small-scale production that prioritised craftsmanship over mass production. Another key player in the manufacturing of Juhl’s designs in Denmark was Bovirke who produced Juhl’s model BO64 sofa in the 1940s.
Likely to be unique.
Given as a wedding gift to the last owner´s grandparents in 1943 by their friend, Finn Juhl.
Danish architect Finn Juhl is widely regarded as one of the greatest furniture designers of the 20th century. He was a pioneering figure within Danish furniture design and the Danish Modern movement. Being commissioned to furnish one of the larger delegates rooms at the UN building in New York, and being represented at the Museum of Modern Art, made him well known outside of Denmark early on. His many contacts led to collaboration with the American furniture industry which made his furniture among the first to make Danish Modern an international phenomenon. Better known for his seating designs, his pieces commonly take on organic shapes inspired by the freedom from convention reflected in art. Today, Finn Juhl is represented worldwide in countless museums and galleries.
H: 80 cm / 2' 7 5/8"
W: 138 cm / 4' 6 3/8"
D: 78 cm / 2' 6 5/8"
SH: 44 cm / 17 3/8"
AH: 68 cm / 26 3/4"
Price: on application
