'New York' Settee by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne Intl, c. 1952
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This rare collectors piece is the 'New York' settee sofa by William Katavalos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley for Laverne International (Erwine & Estelle Laverne), designed in 1952, this example produced in circa 1950s, featuring a gorgeous chrome-plated steel frame with signature slatted back supports covered by a single curved button-tufted black leather seat cushion which attaches to the frame.
The 'New York' sofa is a great option for owners of the 'Barcelona' chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, since the Barcelona was not made in a sofa form, this is a very complimentary design that pairs wonderfully with the Barcelona and can solve that dilemma that has plagued many Barcelona lounge chair owners with 'what sofa' to pair with their chairs.
Incredibly high-quality in materials and craftsmanship, something you don't see in todays manufacturing, this armless loveseat, model 7-FC 'New York' seating was part of the Laverne Originals 'New Furniture Group' series, it was known and celebrated for its very high quality chromed steel construction in minimalist and timeless form and was offered in various sizes from lounge chairs, loveseat / settees to a very long four-seat sofa.
Featuring a tubular steel frame with bright chromed steel bands and gorgeous tufted leather, this loveseat sofa is so comfortable and so stylish, it's ideal for a collector connoisseur or an interior designer with a hard to please client who demands only the best. Consider pairing this sofa with the Barcelona chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Associates and Poul Kjaerholm's PK-80 daybed for E. Kold Christensen (EKC).
This 1950s model 7FC 'New York' sofa by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Erwin & Estelle Laverne of Laverne Originals / Laverne International would work great in a Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Zen / Minimalism room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Hollywood Regency, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. MATERIALS: Tubular steel, chrome-plated steel, leather.
LITERATURE:
Fiell, Charlotte & Peter. 1000 Chairs. Cologne: Taschen, 1997. p 312
MEASUREMENTS:
H 28" x W 48.75" x D 28"
Seat Height: 16"
CONDITION:
Excellent vintage condition. Sturdy and sound, chrome is bright and clean. Updated leather is in excellent vintage condition with light and even patina. Very attractive early production example and ready for immediate use.