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Danish Modern, Oak Three-Seater Sofa, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

$5,378.08
£3,996.85
€4,570VAT Included
CA$7,567.66
A$7,629.67
CHF 4,344.43
MX$92,741.82
NOK 51,283.87
SEK 51,136.64
DKK 34,843.42

About the Item

A commanding solid oak three-seater sofa in the Danish Brutalist tradition. By Henning Kjærnulf and produced in Denmark during the 1960s — presenting an exceptional combination of sculptural oak craftsmanship and richly textured original wool upholstery that places it among the most characterful Scandinavian seating forms of its era. Kjærnulf remains one of the most celebrated figures of Danish cabinetmaker production, renowned for his mastery of turned oak detailing, architectural frame construction, and the seamless integration of robust Nordic form with enveloping domestic comfort. The original striped wool upholstery is intact and retains strong colour, texture, and body. Button-tufting across both the back and seat cushions is secure, and the fabric-covered tufting buttons are present. The nail-head trim to the arm cushions remains largely complete. No reupholstery has been undertaken — this is a genuine survivor of period Danish workshop production in honest, display-ready condition.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 80.32 in (204 cm)Depth: 31.11 in (79 cm)Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Rødding, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10918250092212

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