Vintage Design
The California sofa, designed by Parisian designer Jacques Charpentier, is an ingenious model made up of two corner modules and three individual modules. This sofa was put up for sale in 1970 by the Flat gallery in Paris and Brussels, marking its entry into the market. Its fame has been amplified thanks to its publication in several leading French design journals of the time, including a publication in the Revue La Maison Française in April 1971.
The modular design of this sofa meets practical considerations. Charpentier has deliberately opted for this approach to avoid the components linked to the dimensions of a four-seater monobloc sofa. Such a piece of furniture would have been excessively bulky and heavy, making it difficult to pass through the stairs or the corridors.
The modular design of this sofa meets practical considerations. Charpentier has deliberately opted for this approach to avoid the components linked to the dimensions of a four-seater monobloc sofa. Such a piece of furniture would have been excessively bulky and heavy, making it difficult to pass through the stairs or the corridors.
This sofa recently benefited from a complete restoration, with a new gray velvet coating, thus offering a new aesthetic. Each base is carefully finished in stainless steel.
| Creator | |
|---|---|
| Design Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Production Period | Unknown |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources |
| Style | Vintage |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Reupholstered, Completely restored
|
| Product Code | RKX-1777821 |
| Materials | Velour |
| Color | Gold, grey |
| Width |
230 cm 90.6 inch |
| Depth |
89 cm 35.0 inch |
| Height |
73 cm 28.7 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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