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La-Z-Boy Chair Company Reclining Sofette, 1970

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Artifact Overview

The modern conception of the La-Z-Boy recliner came about through the introduction of the "Reclina-Rocker" in 1961. It was an immediate hit. With its success, La-Z-Boy began production of other forms of reclining seating, like this sofette.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Love seat

Date Made

1970

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2015.78.9

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of La-Z-Boy, Incorporated.

Material

Cloth
Metal
Wood (Plant material)

Color

Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 38 in
Width: 64 in
Length: 29 in

Inscriptions

on bottom of cushions: 5001