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Poet Sofa: Two-Seater Loveseat

Poet Sofa: Two-Seater Loveseat

CAD $1,720$1,780

The Poet Sofa was originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1941 for his own home, later exhibited at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition. This small, two-seater sofa draws inspiration from surrealist art, reflecting Juhl’s commitment to combining art with functionality. The Poet Sofa is recognized for its and its slim, tight padding and sculptural form, where the backrest curves frontward creating a false enclosure. The sofa’s compact size and organic form facilitate intimate seating while making it ideal for modern living spaces, demonstrating Juhl’s ambition to create functional furniture for smaller homes. Buy the model FJ4100 here online in Canada.

Shown in Dove Faux Shearling on Main and Seat, with Matching Primary Buttons, on Oiled Walnut Legs.

Designer

Finn Juhl

Finn Juhl (1912-1989) was a Danish architect and furniture designer who played a crucial role in popularizing Danish design internationally. He began his career after graduating from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1934. Juhl is renowned for his organic, sculptural approach to furniture design, recognizable in pieces like the Poet Sofa (1941) and the Pelican Chair (1940). His work often features curved forms and a separation between the bearing and borne elements. Juhl's designs blend functionality with artistic expression, challenging the prevailing strict functionalism of his time.
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Finn Juhl (1912-1989) was a Danish architect and furniture designer who played a crucial role in popularizing Danish design internationally. He began his career after graduating from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1934. Juhl is renowned for his organic, sculptural approach to furniture design, recognizable in pieces like the Poet Sofa (1941) and the Pelican Chair (1940). His work often features curved forms and a separation between the bearing and borne elements. Juhl's designs blend functionality with artistic expression, challenging the prevailing strict functionalism of his time.

Product Dimensions

Depth (cm): 80
Width (cm): 136
Height (cm): 87
Depth (in): 31.5 inches
Width (in): 53.5 inches
Height (in): 34.25 inches

Construction:
  • Upholstery: Custom Selection of Fabric, Sheepskin, or Leather from Archetype Forms
  • Legs: Round Walnut or Oak in Custom Finish from Archetype Forms
  • Padding: Variable-Density Polyurethane Foam and Cotton Fibre
  • Internal Frame: Beach & Pine Wood
  • Suspension: Web
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