Vintage Three-Seater Eva Sofa by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, 1960s

Bruno Mathsson’s “Eva” sofa, designed in the 1940s, is an exemplary piece that showcases his mastery of form, function, and material innovation. This iconic sofa is characterized by its clean, organic lines and ergonomic design, reflecting Mathsson’s deep commitment to user comfort and practicality. Constructed with a bentwood frame and upholstered in leather, the Eva sofa exemplifies the seamless integration of traditional craftsmanship with modernist aesthetics. Its lightweight yet sturdy structure demonstrates Mathsson’s skill in utilizing bent and laminated wood techniques to create furniture that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. The Eva sofa’s timeless design has ensured its enduring popularity, making it a staple in both residential and commercial spaces, and a testament to Mathsson’s lasting impact on modern furniture design.

He created chairs featuring webbing as a lighter alternative to the heavier springs, stuffing, and upholstery found in pricier easy chairs. To ensure maximum comfort, he designed a new type of frame, contoured to follow the natural curves of the human body, allowing the chair to adapt to the person sitting in it rather than the person adapting to the chair.