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This highly sought-after Tessa T21 ottoman, designed by Fred Lowen for Tessa Furniture in the early 1970s, is a standout piece of Australian mid-century modern design. Part of the award-winning T21 range, it features the same solid timber frame and rich dark chocolate brown leather as the matching armchair, delivering that classic, supportive comfort Tessa is famous for.
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This one is in good vintage condition — the leather remains soft and inviting with a lovely lived-in patina, while the warm timber frame is solid and presents well.
It pairs perfectly with a matching T21 armchair (also available).
The frame shows honest signs of age consistent with a 50+ year-old piece, including light scuffs and surface wear, but remains structurally sound.
The leather cushion is still plump and comfortable.
Condition: Good vintage condition overall. Dark chocolate brown leather presents well with expected light patina and character. Timber frame is solid with minor expected wear and scuffs. Ready for immediate enjoyment.
Matching T21 armchair also available — happy to sell together or separately.
Perfect as a footrest companion to a T21 chair or as a stylish standalone ottoman.
(38 x 58 x 56cm)
Brand & Designer
Tessa
Color
Brown
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Material
Leather
Condition
Good
Dimensions (cm)
58.0W x 56.0D x 38.0H
Design Story
Founded in the late 1960s in Melbourne by Fred Lowen, Tessa became famous for its sculptural timber furniture and luxurious leather lounges. At a time when Australian interiors were becoming more modern and open, the company introduced designs that felt both sophisticated and comfortable, perfectly suited to the local lifestyle.
Tessa’s furniture was heavily influenced by Danish modernism, particularly through its use of rich timber frames, organic curves, and high quality leather. Yet unlike some European modernist furniture that could feel formal or restrained, Tessa pieces had a softer and more relaxed character designed for everyday living.
The brand became especially well known for its modular leather sofas and reclining lounge chairs, many of which are still highly sought after today. Their combination of solid craftsmanship, deep comfort, and timeless silhouettes helped establish Tessa as a staple of Australian design during the 1970s and 1980s.
Today, vintage Tessa furniture remains extremely collectible across Australia, particularly among enthusiasts of mid century and space age interiors. Its pieces continue to feel contemporary decades later, reflecting a period when Australian furniture design confidently developed its own identity while drawing inspiration from the best of European modernism.
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