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Sofa Tecno Mod D120 Flowers green Fabric
By Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
In the vintage world, there is a sofa that embodies the spirit of the 1970s with unparalleled
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Rare Italian Red Sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina Mod. 875, Published
By Ico Parisi, Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
Rare four-seater sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina model 875 of the 60s. The structure is metal, and
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA Mod. DU559 Green Velvet Sofa with Wood and Brass, Italy
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in San Francisco, CA
This incredibly sleek and rare mid century sofa is designed by esteemed Italian, Gastone Rinaldi
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 25.6 in W 57.09 in D 30.32 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Mod. "920" Dark Blue 3 Seats Sofa for Cassina, Italy '70
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Sacile, PN
Afra and Tobia Scarpa mod. "920" dark blue fabric three-seats sofa manufactured by Cassina, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 25.99 in W 86.62 in D 30.32 in
MASSIMO VIGNELLI Mod. Saratoga White and Red Sofa, 1964
By Massimo Vignelli
Located in Rome, IT
Historic sofa mod. Saratoga in white lacquered wood with cushions in beautiful red-purple fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Milano, IT
was no ordinary sofa, but a marvel of versatility and design, a true masterpiece known as Mod. 711
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa Mod. D120 by V. Borsani and A. Bonetti prod. Tecno
By Tecno, Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti
Located in Milano, IT
Model D120 Sofa, an authentic work of art born from the genius of Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Sofa Mod, Felix for Arflex Designed by Burkhard Vogtherr Upholstered in Bouclé
By Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Madrid, ES
Sofa mod. Felix for Arflex designed by Burkhard Vogtherr. Composed of steel structure and bouclé
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 30.71 in
Afrodite Sofa in Belsuede Fabric with Armrests in Corno Italiano, Mod. 7040B
By Arcahorn Srl., Filippo Dini
Located in Recanati, Macerata
Distinguished by gentle lines and plush materials, Afrodite sofa will imbue your decor scheme with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.86 in W 106.3 in D 37.41 in
Zeus Sofa in Nabuk Leather with Armrests in Corno Italiano, Mod. 6085L
By Filippo Dini, Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
An archetype of timeless elegance and comfort, the Zeus 4-seat sofa effortlessly combines prized
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
H 34.65 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
20th Century Ignazio Gardella Sofa mod. Digamma for Gavina Metal&Fabric, 1950s
By Ignazio Gardella, Gavina
Located in Turin, Turin
Ignazio Gardella (1905-1999) was an Italian architect, engineer and designer. His long professional
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 33.86 in W 52.37 in D 29.14 in
Ludovica+Roberto Palomba Driade "Mod" Three-Seat Sectional Sofa, 2017
By Driade, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The "Mod" three-seat sectional sofa is designed by Ludovica +Roberto Palomba and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
Black Leather & Walnut Modular Sofas Mod. 920 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Pair of modular sofas in black leather and walnut designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 68.31 in D 29.53 in
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina "Sesann" Two-Seater Sofa, Italy 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Naples, IT
Two-seater sofa Mod." Sesann," designed by di Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1970. The outer
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 27.56 in W 35.44 in D 70.87 in
Italian modern red sofas Marenco by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern red sofas Marenco by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s
Pair of red sofas mod. Marenco
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian modern red sofa Marenco by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern red sofa Marenco by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s
Red sofa mod. Marenco. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian Midcentury Modular Sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1969
By Arflex, Tito Agnoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury modular sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1969
Modular sofa mod. Novemila
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 23.63 in W 78.75 in D 78.75 in
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s
Modular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 24.41 in W 124.02 in D 40.16 in
Italian modern Velvet sofa Utrecht by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld for Cassina , 1990s
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Velvet sofa mod. Utrecht by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld for Cassina , 1990s
fantastic
Category
1990s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 28.35 in W 81.11 in D 41.34 in
Italian Midcentury Beige Velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Beige velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
Iconic four seater
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 34.26 in W 111.42 in D 29.93 in
Italian Modern Brown Leather Sofa Twice by Cerri for Poltrona Frau, 1980s
By Poltrona Frau, Pierluigi Cerri
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brown leather sofa Twice by Cerri for Poltrona Frau, 1980s
Two seater sofa mod
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 28.35 in W 78.75 in D 31.89 in
Italian Mid Century Framar Therapy Day Bed Mod. 60s Yoga
By Framar
Located in bari, IT
Therapy day bed, yoga model with corner composed of black lacquered teak wood table and armchair. Seats in bordeaux sky made by Framar, 1960s
n.b. a cushion has an open cut and a ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century 3 Seater Sofa Wave by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970s
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century 3 seater sofa Wave by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1970s
Three seater sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 28.75 in W 93.71 in D 38.19 in
Italian Mid-Century Two-Seater Sofa ABCD by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century two-seater sofa ABCD by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960s
Two-seater sofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 35.44 in W 75.6 in D 31.89 in
Italian Modern Black Leather Sofa Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1980s
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black leather sofa Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1980s
Three seater sofa mod
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 32.68 in W 115.36 in D 37.8 in
Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Sofa mod. Coronado
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 34.26 in W 92.52 in D 39.38 in
Italian modern black metal sofa Re e Regina by Mario Botta for Alias, 1985
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black metal sofa Re e Regina by Mario Botta for Alias, 1985
Sofa mod. Re e Regina
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 37.8 in W 60.24 in D 43.31 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa "920" Brown Leather Two Seats Sofa for Cassina, Italy '60
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sacile, PN
Afra and Tobia Scarpa mod. "920" brown leather two-seats sofa manufactured by Cassina, Italy '60
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 25.99 in W 59.06 in D 30.32 in
Italian postmodern silver sofa and pouf Moon System by Zaha Hadid for B&B, 2007
By B&B Italia, Zaha Hadid
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian postmodern silver sofa and pouf Moon System by Zaha Hadid for B&B, 2007
Sofa mod. Moon
Category
Early 2000s Italian Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
H 33.47 in W 113.39 in D 78.75 in
Italian Mid-Century Pink and Grey Fabric Sofa Giubba by Cuneo for Arflex, 1980s
By Arflex, Marcello Cuneo
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century pink and grey fabric sofa Giubba by Cuneo for Arflex, 1980s
Two seater sofa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 26.38 in W 61.42 in D 33.47 in
Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s
Modular sofa mod
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 30.32 in W 144.1 in D 110.63 in
Italian modern modular corner Beige Sofa Antelami by Takahama Simon Gavina 1970
By Kazuhide Takahama, Simon Gavina Editions
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular corner Sofa Antelami by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, 1970s
Modular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 28.35 in W 151.19 in D 124.02 in
Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s
Modular sofa mod
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 30.32 in W 114.18 in D 37.41 in
Italian modern Beige modular sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Beige modular sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1970s
Modular sofa mod
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 24.41 in W 143.71 in D 35.44 in
Massimo Vignelli Mod. Saratoga White Side Table, 1964
Located in Rome, IT
Historic side table mod. Saratoga with illuminated top in white lacquered wood. If you can design
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in London, England
The "Three-seater sofa Mod. Sesann," crafted by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1970, epitomizes
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Bob Mod 3 Seating by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Bob Mod 3 seating by Dovain Studio
Dimensions: H 39 x W 80 x D 100 x SH 39 cm
Materials: Velvet
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bob Mod 2 Seating by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Bob Mod 2 Seating by Dovain Studio.
Dimensions: H 76 x W 80 x D 100 x SH 39 cm.
Materials: Velvet
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bob Mod 1 Seating by Dovain Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Bob Mod 1 seating by Dovain Studio
Dimensions: H 65 x W 80 x D 100 x SH 39 cm
Materials: velvet
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Federico Munari Virgola Curved Sofa 1950's Iconic Design
By Federico Munari
Located in Taranto, IT
Iconico e rarissimo divano curvo di Federico Munari mod. Virgola degli anni 50.
Struttura in legno
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Guarnacci Padovano & Vagnoni Sofa 3 Seats 1P Mod. Ionic Space Age Design
By Felix Padovano, Emilio Guarnacci, Claudio Vagnoni
Located in Taranto, IT
Divano 3 posti 1P Mod. Ionica Space Age Design 1970’s.
Struttura in poliuretano, tessuto originale
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 30.71 in W 86.62 in D 31.5 in
Mod. 1736 Coffee Table by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1950s
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in MIlano, IT
Mod. 1736 coffee table by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1950s
Impressive Italian coffee table
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Sofa in Walnut and Brown Leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, three-seat sofa, model '920', brown leather, walnut, Italy, 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s leather sofa mod. Soften design Rossi di Albizzate
By Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate
Located in None, IT
Brown leather sofa, Soften model, Rossi di Albizzate design, 1970s.
CONDITION: In good condition, shows signs of wear given by time.
DIMENSIONS: Height 65 cm; width 230 cm; length ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 77.5 in D 29 in
Luxury neo classic sofa with quilted fabric and decoration Mod.EL073
Located in Mariano Comense, CO
Cozy and majestic, the Equilibrium 3-seater sofa invites you to relax and enjoy unparalleled comfort.
Whether placed in the living room of a historic home or in a modern setting, thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 39.77 in W 113.39 in D 39.38 in
2-seater leather sofa mod. Sapporo by Mobil Girgi Italia, 1970s
By Mobil Girgi
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Two-seater burgundy/antique leather sofa Sapporo model produced by MOBILGIRGI (Italy) in 1970s.
Comfortable in the seat as it appears in the photo.
Soft, elegant and cozy, thanks to...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Presenting the remarkable "Mah Jong" sectional sofa, a creation by Hans Hopfer in collaboration
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Velvet
H 7.49 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Beige chenille sectional sofa, 3 pieces, 1970s
Located in Manzano, IT
Struttura in multistrato, seduta in poliuretano e tessuto
Misure mod.1 - H48 x L190 x P120
Misure mod.2
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sectional Sofas
Materials
Chenille
Sistema 61 Italian modular sofa, Giancarlo Piretti for Aonima Castelli, 1970
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in MIlano, IT
Divano modulare mod. Sistema 61 con seduta e schienale squadrati interamente imbottiti e rivestiti
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 26.78 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybed, "Chesa Laria" sofa, Azucena, Italy 50s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Argelato, BO
Luigi CACCIA DOMINIONI 1913-2016
Daybed mod. L4 called "Chesa Laria" - circa 1959
Walnut structure
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 37.41 in W 80.71 in D 33.86 in
Italian Coffee Table Mod. Rene With Black Glass And Oriental Decoration
Located in Prato, Tuscany
historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Peculiar and original Italian coffee
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 35.04 in D 19.3 in
Italian modern daybed sofa Locus Solus by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 1970s
By Poltronova, Gae Aulenti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern daybed sofa Locus Solus by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 1970s
Daybed mod. Locus Solus
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
H 23.23 in W 78.75 in D 33.08 in
Italian Mid-Century Brown Leather Plastic Sofa Flou by Betti Habitat Ids, 1970s
By Augusto Betti, Habitat International
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Brown leather and plastic sofa Flou by Betti for Habitat Ids, 1970s
A three
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 33.86 in W 81.89 in D 41.74 in
20th Century Afra & Tobia Scarpa For Cassina pair of Armchairs Mod. SORIANA
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Turin, Turin
production of armchairs, chairs and sofa.
Here a pair of Armchairs mod. Soriana in collaboration with Cassina
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 36.23 in
20th Century Tobia Scarpa for Flos Pendant lamp mod. Fior di Loto
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Turin, Turin
Tobia Scarpa is an Italian designer and architect. He is known for his furniture design that melds
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
20th Century Tobia Scarpa for Flos Pendant Lamp mod. Fior di Loto
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Turin, Turin
Tobia Scarpa is an Italian designer and architect. He is known for his furniture design that melds
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Keplero Side Table in Makassar Ebony Veneer and Corno Italiano, Mod. 6050
By Arcahorn Srl., Filippo Dini
Located in Recanati, Macerata
convenient to keep all your essential items within easy reach from your sofa. The oval tabletop in Makassar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables
Materials
Brass
H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee Table Mod. Ara by Vignelli for Driade, 1970s
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Driade
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wood coffee table mod. Ara by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Driade
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
H 14.57 in W 50.79 in D 25.2 in
Burgundy Leather Sofa by Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau, c 1990, Signed
By Pierluigi Cerri, Poltrona Frau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The burgundy leather is incredible on this Poltrona Frau circa 1990 Post-Modern sofa by Pierluigi
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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Mod Italian Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic mod Italian sofa available at 1stDibs. Each mod Italian sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and animal skin. There are 26 variations of the antique or vintage mod Italian sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a mod Italian sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A mod Italian sofa made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Mario Bellini, Cassina and Afra & Tobia Scarpa each produced at least one beautiful mod Italian sofa that is worth considering.
How Much is a Mod Italian Sofa?
Prices for a mod Italian sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,648 and can go as high as $33,993, while the average can fetch as much as $9,095.
Finding the Right seating for You
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.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Mod Italian Sofa
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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