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Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa for J. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An outstanding, very rare 2-seater sofa designed by Ole Wanscher, manufactured by J. Jeppesen in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa for J. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950
Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa for J. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950

Rare Ole Wanscher Sofa for J. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950

H 31.5 in W 57.09 in D 29.53 in
Rare midcentury rattan Belse 8, 2-seater sofa, Dutch Design, 1950
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this unique and very rare, beautifully designed Dutch Design 2-seater sofa made in the
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Rare midcentury rattan Belse 8, 2-seater sofa, Dutch Design, 1950
Rare midcentury rattan Belse 8, 2-seater sofa, Dutch Design, 1950

Rare midcentury rattan Belse 8, 2-seater sofa, Dutch Design, 1950

H 30.71 in W 46.07 in D 29.14 in
Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A rare sofa attributed Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino from the 1950s, curved three-seater sofa. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950
Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950

Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950

H 33.86 in W 87.41 in D 44.49 in
Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Rare curved sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa, circa 1950 walnut, original gold velvet, iron very
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950

Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950

H 37.01 in W 57.29 in D 27.56 in
Rare Dutch Design sofa by Theo Ruth F109 for Artifort 1950 Mid-Century Modern
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very rare mid-century modern design sofa model: F109 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950. High end
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Dutch Design sofa by Theo Ruth F109 for Artifort 1950 Mid-Century Modern
Rare Dutch Design sofa by Theo Ruth F109 for Artifort 1950 Mid-Century Modern

Rare Dutch Design sofa by Theo Ruth F109 for Artifort 1950 Mid-Century Modern

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H 31.5 in W 76.78 in D 31.89 in
Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Jacob Kjær in Teak & Paisley Jacquard, c. 1950
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your space with this elegant cocktail sofa by Jacob Kjær. Inspired by traditional English
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Jacob Kjær in Teak & Paisley Jacquard, c. 1950
Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Jacob Kjær in Teak & Paisley Jacquard, c. 1950

Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa by Jacob Kjær in Teak & Paisley Jacquard, c. 1950

H 30.5 in W 51.75 in D 29 in
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Sherman Bertram
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman for The Sherman Bertram Company. USA, 1952 A rare and collectible
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman

H 29 in W 74 in D 28 in
Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Milan, IT
Rare sofa by Alvar Aalto. Finland, 1956. Provenance: Kansanela¨kelaitos (The Social Insurance
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto
Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto

Rare Sofa by Alvar Aalto

H 29.14 in W 106.3 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Guariche “L-10” Sofa for Airborne, France 1950
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare and large sofa model, L-10, designed by Pierre Guariche and manufactured by Airborne in
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Vintage 1950s French Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pierre Guariche “L-10” Sofa for Airborne, France 1950
Pierre Guariche “L-10” Sofa for Airborne, France 1950

Pierre Guariche “L-10” Sofa for Airborne, France 1950

H 29.93 in W 129.93 in D 30.32 in
Rare Carlo De Carli Sofa
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Munich, DE
Made by Cassina.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Rare Carlo De Carli Sofa
Rare Carlo De Carli Sofa

Rare Carlo De Carli Sofa

H 30.71 in W 74.41 in D 30.71 in
Ultra Rare Gio Ponti Sofa
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, DE
Foam and fabric redone designed by Gio Ponti in 1958 for the hotel Parco Dei Principe in Sorrento, Italy. Made by Cassina in limited quantities.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Ultra Rare Gio Ponti Sofa
Ultra Rare Gio Ponti Sofa

Ultra Rare Gio Ponti Sofa

H 37.41 in W 68.9 in D 27.96 in
Rare Jacob Kjaer Sofa with 8 Tapered Legs
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant Jacob Kjaer sofa with 8 legs, tight seat and back restored in a luxurious pale rose
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Alpaca

Rare Jacob Kjaer Sofa with 8 Tapered Legs
Rare Jacob Kjaer Sofa with 8 Tapered Legs

Rare Jacob Kjaer Sofa with 8 Tapered Legs

H 33.5 in W 83 in D 30 in
Vintage Fritz Hansen Șofa, Model 1669, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
VIntage Fritz Hansen Șofa, Model 1669, Circa 1950. Superb and rare model upholstered in very soft
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Vintage 1950s European Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Vintage Fritz Hansen Șofa, Model 1669, Circa 1950
Vintage Fritz Hansen Șofa, Model 1669, Circa 1950

Vintage Fritz Hansen Șofa, Model 1669, Circa 1950

H 30.5 in W 77 in D 34 in
Gerrit Rietveld R25 Sleeping Sofa, 1950
By Metz & Co., Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptionally rare Gerrit Rietveld original R25 sleeping sofa made in spruce wood, designed in 1936
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Spruce

Gerrit Rietveld R25 Sleeping Sofa, 1950
Gerrit Rietveld R25 Sleeping Sofa, 1950

Gerrit Rietveld R25 Sleeping Sofa, 1950

H 36.62 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Munich, DE
rare and elegant lady sofa by marco zanuso. only produced for a short period by arflex / italy.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex

rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex

H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Burbank, CA
manufactured this way. This couch would look wonderful with new fresh fabric! This sofa is a rare McCobb design
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa
1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa

1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa

H 28.5 in W 81.75 in D 32.5 in
rare 1. edition osvaldo borsani d70 sofa
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Munich, DE
moving the sofa. also a useful bed for two persons. mechanism works smooth. for restauration or re
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

rare 1. edition osvaldo borsani d70 sofa
rare 1. edition osvaldo borsani d70 sofa

rare 1. edition osvaldo borsani d70 sofa

H 31.5 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Expert custom upholstery service is available. A fabulous rare iron sofa or daybed by Mario Papperzini
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Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950

Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950

H 29.5 in W 74 in D 24 in
Rare sofa by G.A. Berg, Sweden, 1950s
By G.A. Berg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish pine sofa produced by Gustav-Axel Berg, Sweden, 1950s. Newly upholstered cushions.
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Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine

Rare sofa by G.A. Berg, Sweden, 1950s
Rare sofa by G.A. Berg, Sweden, 1950s

Rare sofa by G.A. Berg, Sweden, 1950s

H 33.47 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Early 1950s Rare Danish Corner Sofa
Located in Handewitt, DE
Mid century dansih corner sofa. Early production. Upholstery in original yellow frabric. Around
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early 1950s Rare Danish Corner Sofa
Early 1950s Rare Danish Corner Sofa

Early 1950s Rare Danish Corner Sofa

H 30.71 in W 66.93 in D 27.56 in
Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
for. This particular one still has its original upholstery, which is quite rare for these sofas. The
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Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s
Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s

Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s

H 32.29 in W 48.82 in D 33.86 in
Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal & Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare leather sofa was designed during the 1950s. A form referring to the design of the Bauhaus
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Vintage 1950s Brutalist Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal & Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s
Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal & Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s

Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal & Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s

H 21.66 in W 53.15 in D 29.53 in
Rare Set of Vintage Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in Purple Velvet
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
as a fourth element. The rare sofa is composed of a white painted iron structure, very elegant. Its
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Rare Set of Vintage Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in Purple Velvet
Rare Set of Vintage Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in Purple Velvet

Rare Set of Vintage Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in Purple Velvet

H 28.75 in W 103.94 in D 31.5 in
Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare sofa produced in Norway. Attributed to Norwegian designer Gerhard Berg. Most likely produced
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Bouclé

Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s

Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s

H 29.14 in W 63.39 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Danish Sectional Corner Sofa ca. 1950
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare early mid-century Danish 2-piece sectional corner sofa. This sofa was made even before
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Danish Sectional Corner Sofa ca. 1950
Mid-Century Danish Sectional Corner Sofa ca. 1950

Mid-Century Danish Sectional Corner Sofa ca. 1950

H 31 in W 86 in D 30 in
Rare Dunbar Gray Leather Sofa Chaise, Expertly Reupholstered
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa chaise. One arm with a rolled cushion that is attached via a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Rare Dunbar Gray Leather Sofa Chaise, Expertly Reupholstered
Rare Dunbar Gray Leather Sofa Chaise, Expertly Reupholstered

Rare Dunbar Gray Leather Sofa Chaise, Expertly Reupholstered

H 31.5 in W 80 in D 29 in
Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in High Point, NC
A rare curved black-coated metal and grey velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s

H 30.5 in W 90 in D 59 in
Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Custom Craft Inc.
Located in Round Rock, TX
A rare sofa, model 3147, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional and manufactured by Custom Craft
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s
Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s

Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s

H 32 in W 76 in D 33 in
Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Full "S Arm" rattan living room set featuring three-seat sofa and matching lounge chairs. This arm
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Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set

Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set

H 28 in W 76 in D 36 in
Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950
By Svante Skogh
Located in The Hague, NL
Rare vintage Swedish design 3.5 seater oak sofa, model Bodö. Designed by Svante Skogh for Säffle
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Oak

Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950
Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950

Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950

H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 31.5 in
Rare Knoll # 2577BC Steel Base Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare tufted horizonal upholstered sofa in an oatmeal tight woven fabric with floating back
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Rare Knoll # 2577BC Steel Base Sofa by Florence Knoll
Rare Knoll # 2577BC Steel Base Sofa by Florence Knoll

Rare Knoll # 2577BC Steel Base Sofa by Florence Knoll

H 30 in W 90 in D 29.5 in
1950s Rare Børge Mogensen 3-Seat "Shaker" Sofa by FDB Mobler, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Praha, CZ
- The item was carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered pillows are not original - Labeled by Manufacturer.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Rare Børge Mogensen 3-Seat "Shaker" Sofa by FDB Mobler, Denmark
1950s Rare Børge Mogensen 3-Seat "Shaker" Sofa by FDB Mobler, Denmark

1950s Rare Børge Mogensen 3-Seat "Shaker" Sofa by FDB Mobler, Denmark

H 33.47 in W 66.93 in D 28.35 in
Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Munich, DE
Made by arflex. Can be pulled out as bed.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso
Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso

Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso

H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
20th Century Ico Parisi Rare Velvet Sofa, 1961
By Ico Parisi
Located in Turin, Turin
. Between 1948 and 1950 he devoted himself to the study of furniture elements. In the field of design, the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

20th Century Ico Parisi Rare Velvet Sofa, 1961
20th Century Ico Parisi Rare Velvet Sofa, 1961

20th Century Ico Parisi Rare Velvet Sofa, 1961

H 34.65 in W 94.49 in D 30.71 in
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Designed in 1954. Original condition. should be re-upholstered.
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll

Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll

H 30.32 in W 89.38 in D 31.5 in
1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1950’s cigar brown leather Chesterfield club sofa
Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech, Oak

1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English
1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English

1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English

H 29.93 in W 85.83 in D 35.63 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional Sculptural Cubist Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare Paul McCobb for Directional sculptural cubist sofa or settee. Legs have been refinished, older
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional Sculptural Cubist Sofa
Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional Sculptural Cubist Sofa

Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional Sculptural Cubist Sofa

H 32 in W 76.5 in D 32 in
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
From the estate of the famous architect Viljo Revell. Hard foam. Designed in 1954. Original condition.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll

Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll

H 30.32 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare and exceptional 4 seat PK31 sofa. This stunning sofa is designed by Poul Kjærholm for E
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's
Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's

Poul Kjærholm PK-31/4 Sofa by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1950's

H 27.96 in W 103.15 in D 26.78 in
vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"
By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York" Rare sofa by American designer Edward J
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"
vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

H 29.93 in W 90.56 in D 29.53 in
Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres
By Maurice Mourra Freres
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful and ultra rare sofa set from middle of the 1950s by Maurice Mourra Freres (one sofa and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres
Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres

Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres

H 35.04 in W 68.9 in D 35.44 in
Rare and Exceptional Mid Century Walnut Four Seat Sofa from John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A phenomenal mid century wood framed sofa originally purchased from John Stuart in New York City in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Rare and Exceptional Mid Century Walnut Four Seat Sofa from John Stuart
Rare and Exceptional Mid Century Walnut Four Seat Sofa from John Stuart

Rare and Exceptional Mid Century Walnut Four Seat Sofa from John Stuart

H 25.5 in W 100 in D 32.5 in
Ultra Rare Karpen of California Tufted Sofa Sectional Walnut Leg Mid-Century
By Karpen of California
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Ultra rare Karpen of California tufted back 2 piece sofa sectional. This super sexy sofa can be
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Ultra Rare Karpen of California Tufted Sofa Sectional Walnut Leg Mid-Century
Ultra Rare Karpen of California Tufted Sofa Sectional Walnut Leg Mid-Century

Ultra Rare Karpen of California Tufted Sofa Sectional Walnut Leg Mid-Century

H 31 in W 109 in D 36 in
Finn Juhl, Rare Important Sofa Walnut Fabric, Baker Furniture United States 1951
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in High Point, NC
A rare and important sofa, designed by Finn Juhl in 1951 for Baker Furniture Company, Michigan
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Finn Juhl, Rare Important Sofa Walnut Fabric, Baker Furniture United States 1951
Finn Juhl, Rare Important Sofa Walnut Fabric, Baker Furniture United States 1951

Finn Juhl, Rare Important Sofa Walnut Fabric, Baker Furniture United States 1951

H 40 in W 75 in D 28 in
Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in High Point, NC
A white bouclé and teak sofa designed by Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen and produced by Thorald Madsen
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956
Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956

Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956

H 34 in W 79.9 in D 26.9 in
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Model 920-CS Sofa with Cane Arms
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare Adrian Pearsall sofa that has cane arms, circa late 1950s. Gorgeous lines and proportions. The
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Cane, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Model 920-CS Sofa with Cane Arms
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Model 920-CS Sofa with Cane Arms

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Model 920-CS Sofa with Cane Arms

H 30 in W 80 in D 29 in
Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Red Corduroy Velvet by Grand Hotel Duomo Milano, 1950
By Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian two-seat sofa in red corduroy velvet by Grand Hotel Duomo Milano, 1950s Extremely rare red
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Red Corduroy Velvet by Grand Hotel Duomo Milano, 1950
Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Red Corduroy Velvet by Grand Hotel Duomo Milano, 1950

Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Red Corduroy Velvet by Grand Hotel Duomo Milano, 1950

H 39.38 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By John Wisner, Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous restored vintage Campaign style sofa from a difficult to find series by John Wisner for
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954

Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954

H 30 in W 76 in D 35.5 in
Rare Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Rare sofa in teak and faux dark brown leather from the High Court of Chandigarh (Sector 1, Capitol
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Vintage 1950s Indian Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Rare Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’
Rare Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’

Rare Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’

H 30.32 in W 63.78 in D 28.75 in
Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Channel Back Sofa in Navy Velvet
By Giulia Veronesi, ISA Bergamo
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo rare and sophisticated channel back curved sofa with gilt
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Channel Back Sofa in Navy Velvet
Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Channel Back Sofa in Navy Velvet

Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Channel Back Sofa in Navy Velvet

H 29.5 in W 94.5 in D 33.5 in
RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy, 1970s
By Saporiti, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Basel, BS
Alberto Rosselli Set For Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy Design, 1972 Two seater sofa by Alberto
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy, 1970s
RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy, 1970s

RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy, 1970s

H 35.44 in W 64.18 in D 35.44 in
Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil

Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil

H 27.96 in W 91.34 in D 29.53 in
Kurt Ostervig-Attributed Sofa
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare sofa attributed to Kurt Ostervig. All original.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Kurt Ostervig-Attributed Sofa
Kurt Ostervig-Attributed Sofa

Kurt Ostervig-Attributed Sofa

H 29 in W 68 in D 32 in
Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dunbar Furniture bracket back sofa, Model 131 designed by Roger Sprunger. Rare smaller version sofa
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131
Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131

H 28 in W 60 in D 30 in
Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool
By Rob Parry, Gelderland
Located in Bunnik, NL
“Doublet” is a beautiful and rare find of Dutch mid-century design by Rob Parry. A square black
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool
Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool

Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool

H 27.17 in W 83.08 in D 27.56 in
Rare Wormley Dunbar Style Open-Arm Two-Piece Sectional Sofa Lucite Legs
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent and rare two-piece sectional sofa in the style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Rare Wormley Dunbar Style Open-Arm Two-Piece Sectional Sofa Lucite Legs
Rare Wormley Dunbar Style Open-Arm Two-Piece Sectional Sofa Lucite Legs

Rare Wormley Dunbar Style Open-Arm Two-Piece Sectional Sofa Lucite Legs

H 27 in W 125 in D 98 in
Rare Bertha Scheafer for Singer and Sons 2 Piece Sectional Sofa Mid Century
By Bertha Schaefer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish and rare 2 piece sectional sofa by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer and Sons. This sofa
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Bertha Scheafer for Singer and Sons 2 Piece Sectional Sofa Mid Century
Rare Bertha Scheafer for Singer and Sons 2 Piece Sectional Sofa Mid Century

Rare Bertha Scheafer for Singer and Sons 2 Piece Sectional Sofa Mid Century

H 27 in W 61 in D 31 in
Stunning Three Seater Danish Sofa By Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A stunningly beautiful sofa designed by the legendary Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Mobelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Stunning Three Seater Danish Sofa By Grete Jalk
Stunning Three Seater Danish Sofa By Grete Jalk

Stunning Three Seater Danish Sofa By Grete Jalk

H 28.94 in W 70.08 in D 30.32 in
Ignazio Gardella Digamma Sofa
By Gavina, Ignazio Gardella
Located in London, GB
A rare sofa by Italian designer Ignazio Gardella for Gavina. circa 1957, Italy. Enameled
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Ignazio Gardella Digamma Sofa
Ignazio Gardella Digamma Sofa

Ignazio Gardella Digamma Sofa

H 33.47 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Original 20th Italian Two-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian sofa from 1950, original, in two-seater brown leather, with buttons and stitching. The
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Leather

Original 20th Italian Two-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather
Original 20th Italian Two-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather

Original 20th Italian Two-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather

H 35.44 in W 49.22 in D 35.44 in
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

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