Four-Seat Sofa by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, 1950s
This rare collectors piece is a very large four-seat sofa by William Katavalos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley for Laverne International (Erwine & Estelle Laverne) in 1952. This long armless sofa, model 7-FC and named the "New York" sofa within 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.
Featuring a tubular steel frame with bright chromed steel bands and gorgeous tufted leather, this long 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 large four-seat 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 98" x D 28" Seat Height: 16" Seat Depth: 18"
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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.