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Pierre Chapo Sofa S18 y Circa 1972
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Sofa S18 y
Circa 1972
Leather/shape/massive
2 seats
137x75px72h
Price : 2900 € for the sofa.
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Elm
Kazuhide Takahama sofa model 'Marcel' produced by Gavina
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Köln, NRW
Kazuhide Takahama 3-seater sofa produced by Gavina in 1980.
Price is for the sofa. You will find
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sectional Leather Sofa by Zanota
By Zanotta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sectional sofa by Zanota is a stylish and functional piece of furniture than can add
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Spectacular Harvey Probber Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Harvey Probber even arm Tuxedo sofa. This sofa was reupholstered by the original owners
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine 19th century late Gustavian sofa inspired by the Roman Empire and ancient Egypt. Hand Crafted
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pamio, Toso & Massari Lara Sofa, Stilwood, Italy 1968
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lara sofa, 1958 was designed by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood. Pamio
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Tommi Parzinger Classic Modern Ten Foot Sofa in Mahogany, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare and extraordinarily well-built Tommi Parzinger Sofa. This sofa was acquired from the original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Loom Sofa in Brushed Brass by De Castelli
By DeCastelli
Located in Boston, MA
the sides.
Finish: M9 Brushed brass
(As Pictured)
Price is for the sofa, pouf not included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Triade Sofa, Contemporary, Sculptural, Minimal, and Modern
Located in Goshen, NY
By understanding the three cultural philosophies of life below, we’ve designed this sofa to embody
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Contemporary Modular Sofa in Tan Suede, Handmade in the UK
Located in London, GB
The 'Franco' is a highly customisable modular sofa hand made in the U.K. Its made with thick
Category
2010s English Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede, Oak
"Confidential" Leather Sofa and Lounge Chair by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Hanover, MA
We have one brick red/cordovan leather sofa and matching armchair designed by the Italian architect
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam
H 24 in W 84 in D 34 in
Milo Baughman Large Pit Sectional with 11 Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
This sofa is very versatile and can be arranged in numerous configurations. The listing
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Ara Sofa with Side Table by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Ara sofa with side table by Pepe Albargues
Dimensions: W130, D75, H123, Seat45
Materials: Iron
Category
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Copper, Iron
Pamio, Toso & Massari Lara Sofa, Stilwood, Italy 1968
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Stilwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lara sofa, 1958 was designed by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood. Pamio
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Chloe Sofa
Located in Torrance, CA
Our Chloe Sofa is a sleek and modern version of a classic sofa. It is made with a classic hand-tied
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa D70 in Cuoio Leather by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Dronten, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno sofa 'D70', enameled steel base, brass hardware, cognac leather
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Steel
"Confidential" Leather Sofa & Lounge Chair by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Hanover, MA
We have ONE brick red/cordovan leather sofa and matching armchair. Two pieces total. (The second
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam
Reupholstered Grey 3-Seat Sofa by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
By CFC Silkeborg
Located in Elshout, NL
and gray. Beautiful on a tight couch. We have chosen Kvadrat Basel No. 123 for the sofa and the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 28.75 in W 74.02 in D 29.93 in
Sofa and Chaise Set in Modern Geometric Neutral Fabric in Style of Steve Chase
By Steve Chase, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This modern sofa set came from a Rancho Mirage estate. Although in great condition we have
Category
2010s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 26 in W 108 in D 34.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil 1960s
By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
The two-seater sofa designed by Sergio
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
Bacco Sofa in Walnut, Luxe Velvet and Brass Studs
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco sofa design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM
The Raoul sofa sounds like a
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheet Metal
LUXURY VIVA ITALIAN DESIGNER TAN LEATHER 3 SEATER SOFA ARMCHAiR ALSO AVAILABLE
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this luxury Viva Italian designer tan leather 3 seater sofa.
A
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 35.44 in W 77.56 in D 34.85 in
"Pietra" Organic Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
environments.
The Pietra couch is designed with pure, fluid and organic shapes.
Covered with a mix of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
"Pietra" Organic Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric in Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
environments.
The Pietra couch is designed with pure, organic em fluid shapes.
Covered with a mix of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 136.62 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Yang 95, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat
Setup 2
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 130.91 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 2
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 130.91 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 1
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Yang 95, HIgh Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat.
Setup 4.
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 145.67 in D 90.75 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Fox 02, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 2
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 1
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 103.94 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat.
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 136.62 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Yang 95, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat
Setup 3
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 136.62 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Yang 95, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat
Setup 1
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 103.94 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Yang 95, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat.
Setup 1.
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 103.94 in D 63.78 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Yang 95, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 145.67 in D 90.75 in
Deconstructed Bacco Sofa in Natural Walnut, Linen and Brass Studs
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Utterly lounge worthy, the Bacco sofa design is a contemporary remodel of the iconic boxy chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 4
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 145.67 in D 90.75 in
'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat
Setup 2
Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
H 30.32 in W 130.91 in D 63.78 in
Two-Seat DUX Sofa by Folke Ohlsson and Fritz Hansen, 1960s
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The two-seat DUX sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 1968 is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Red La Bocca Pop Art Lips Vintage Sofa Attr. to Studio 65 for Gufram Italy 1970s
By Studio 65
Located in Vienna, AT
Red la Bocca sofa, a beautiful and fantastic Pop Art lips sofa attributed to Studio 65 for Gufram
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 33.86 in W 82.68 in D 33.86 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana set for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Houston, TX
d in
Measurements are for the sofa. The price is for all three pieces.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
"Pietra" Organic Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric and Leather Arms, Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
environments.
The Pietra couch is designed with pure, fluid and organic shapes.
Covered with a mix of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 37.41 in
Vico Magistretti, Sinbad Couchtisch, Console for Cassina, 1980
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
sofa Sinbad.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Demi-lune Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
"D'Ivan" 21st Century Chaise Longue, Brown Walnut and Maple by Ivan Paradisi
By Ivan Paradisi
Located in Turin, IT
sofa provide a calming harmonizing effect which might seem unexpected from such a chic distinctive
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple, Walnut
H 31.89 in W 92.52 in D 29.73 in
Contemporary Upholstered Sofa, Repose by Adam Court for OKHA
By OKHA
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary upholstered sofa - Repose by Adam Court for OKHA.
Design: Adam Court
Solid timber
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
"Pietra" Organic Couch Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra couch is designed with pure, organic shapes. Covered with a mix of comfortable fabrics: off-white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED VINTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD SOFA BED
Located in GB
Chesterfield sofa bed which is part of a set
This sofa is one of a pair, I have the sofa bed and then a
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.53 in W 81.11 in D 38.59 in
Wall Lamp by Ennio Chiggio for Emmezeta
By Emmezeta, Ennio Chiggio
Located in OSS, NB
. The lamp gives a warm light and is therefore suitable for the sofa or the dining table. The shade is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass, Acrylic
Sublime Art Deco Burr Walnut Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite Blue Velour Fabric
Located in GB
has been deep cleaned hand condition waxed and hand polished
Dimensions for the sofa
Height
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 31.3 in W 68.31 in D 34.65 in
Scandinavian Leather Stool
Located in Brescia, IT
the sofa.
AC473.
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Mid-Century Oak 'Denis' Armchair and Sofa Set
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
An increasingly scarce sofa and armchair set by French design legends, Guillerme et Chambron
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Oak
Custom Modern Channeled Sofa in Grey
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Hand crafted in Canada with the utmost attention to detail and quality, this sofa is a true
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
White Leather Hydra Caster Sofa and Chair by Luca Scacchetti for Poltrona Frau
By Luca Scacchetti, Poltrona Frau
Located in Dorchester, MA
upholstered components came in a variety of silhouettes from clean-lined to baroque. For this sofa and
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 27.17 in W 79.5 in D 28.75 in
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA PART SET
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa which is part of a set
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 30.12 in W 80.32 in D 34.26 in
Mario Marenco sofa and poof Arflex Italy 1971
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super cosy lounge sofa designed by Mario Marenco and manufactured by Arflex in Italy in 1970s. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Pierre Jeanneret, Peon or Public Bench, Chandigarh late 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
, ensuring their longevity.
This rare bench or sofa is an authentic piece from Chandigarh and is in worn
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Fabric
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- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
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- What sofas are the most durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Corbusier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Nelson sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bridgewater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a bergère sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
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