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This is an folding sofa bed designed by Miroslav Navratil and produced in Drevopodnik Brno in 1966.
In his work, …
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This is an folding sofa bed designed by Miroslav Navratil and produced in Drevopodnik Brno in 1966.
In his work, Navratil was trying to find a new ways to design a mass produced furniture while remaining original and practical. He is mainly famous for his now iconic colourful fibre glass chairs used in Czech trams, but this sofa is another example of his design genius.
The sofa dates back to the Czech Mid Century Modern style of the early 60s but there is also a clear influence by the Scandinavian design of the time.
This piece is a sleek minimalist sofa bed that can be simply changed in seconds from sofa to a bed. The solution is quite genius. The backrest are held by two wooden supports that can be adjusted slightly to the side which allows the backrest to move back. Also the shape of the seat and backrest not only adds design appeal to the whole piece but also allows these two parts to fold neatly together like a puzzle.
This piece was produced in various fabric patterns and colours. The original green fabric has been covered by the grey-stripey one by the previous owners. The sofa can be perfectly used as it is or is ideal for someone who wants new upholstery.
Due to its purist form, this sofa is still the stylish forerunner compared to many contemporary pieces.
The sofa is in great vintage condition showing only minimal natural wear and tear. The non-original grey fabric has been recently professionally cleaned. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 77.56ʺW × 28.35ʺD × 28.35ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Seat Height
- 15.35 in
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Czechia
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Beech
- Fabric
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use,Reupholstered Patina Consistent with Age and Use,Reupholstered less
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