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Venetian Baroque Style Fancy Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs by Silik, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with two armchairs was created by the artisans of the famous Cantù company, Silik, in the
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1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Beech

Italian 1950s Velvet Suite Comprising of a Sofa & a Pair of Armchairs
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s suite comprising of a sofa and a pair of armchairs, buttoned upholstered in light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Sofa & Armchairs Lounge Set, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Whitstable, GB
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler midcentury sofa and armchairs; 1950s Sofa designed for their
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Hardwood

Pink Blush Boucle Atlantis Sofa and Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of Atlantis sofa and Armchairs from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Sofa and Pair of Armchairs "Sofo" Design Superstudio for Poltronova, 1966
By Superstudio, Poltronova
Located in taranto, IT
frassinelli Composed of sofa and two armchairs, polyurethane structure, two-tone velvet upholstery, abs
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1960s Italian Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Plastic

Maralunga 675 Sofa, Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Maralunga 2-seat sofa with matching lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Vico Magistretti for
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Art Deco French Modular Airborne Sofa & Armchair Orange Velvet Mid Century
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Art Deco French Modular Airborne Sofa And Armchair Orange Velvet Mid Century Retro
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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Metal

Italian Set of a Massive Sofa and Two Armchairs in Dark Red Velvet Cover, 1940s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This sofa set consists of a massive sofa and two armchairs from the Italian 1940s. The armchairs as
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs and curved sofa designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Brass

20th Century Camel Boucle Set of Atlantis Sofa and Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis sofa and Armchairs from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
arrangement with the available set including two matching armchairs. The sofa is priced at 7,000€. Sofa with
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet, Cord

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany and Velvet, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco sofa in mahogany and velvet, circa 1930. patina and coating to change. 2 model armchairs
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Velvet Lauriana Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
Lauriana 2-seater sofa designed in 1978 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. Eggplant removable
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Steel

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Velvet Lauriana Sofa
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Velvet Lauriana Sofa
H 32.68 in W 63.78 in D 33.47 in
Scandinavian Curved Sofa and Armchair in Original Mohair, Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Curved Danish sofa and arm lounge chair in original Mohair velvet fabric and teak legs, circa 1950
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Mohair, Teak

1950s Set featuring a Sofa and a pair of Armchairs by Melchirorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Paris, FR
A rare and elegant set by Melchiorre Bega, architect and designer, who was active between the 1930s and 60s, arguably did as much as many better-known designers to put his stamp on t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Wood

20th Century Red Velvet Italian Modern Sofa, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
upholstered in velvet. Sofa supported by metal legs with a brass finish, of excellent solidity. Furniture with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Jules Leleu three seater sofa mohair velvet 1940s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful sofa designed by Jules Leleu around 1945 embodies the smooth lines of the art deco
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Italian Design Velvet Modular Sofa by Busnelli, 1970s
By Busnelli
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare Italian design modular sofa, 1970s in brown velvet. The sofa is modular and made up of four
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1970s Italian Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Elegant and Large Italian Three-Seat Curved Sofa, New Velvet Upholstery. 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and wide Italian three-seat curved sofa. Circa 1950/60. Soft and comfortable seat. Light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric

Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Lady Marco Zanuso style sofa. The sofa has been restored and upholstered in blue velvet, the feet
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Beech, Fir

Italian Terracotta Burgundy color velvet sofa bed, 70's - France
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Valladolid, ES
Italian Sophisticated and very refined three-seater velvet sofa in burgundy color, design from the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Wood

Collectible Anfibio Sofa Bed, black velvet lounge chair, Italian Space Age
By Giovannetti, Alessandro Becchi
Located in Milano, IT
Offered by Spinzi Milano , we have a very rare Anfibio Armchair/ Bed The Anfibio is one of the
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
sofa was reupholstered more than twenty years ago but the velvet is worn and I recommend a new
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Beech

Ignazio Gardella Digamma Three-seater white velvet sofa for Azucena, Italy, 1957
By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Three-seater white velvet sofa with metal and brass, Digamma model designed by Ignazio Gardella for
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Metal, Brass

Giulia Veronisi for ISA Bergamo 'Perla' Sofa in Ivory Velvet, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Giulia Veronesi
Located in New York, NY
Giulia Veronisi for ISA Bergamo elegant and sculptural ivory velvet Perla sofa with slightly curved
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Walnut

Shell Midcentury Curved Sofa, Brass Cast Feet, Original Velvet, Casa e Giardino
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Update: This is the sofa which is part of the group with two armchairs. The armchairs were
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet 'Unicorn" Sofa Model U522, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Germantown, MD
A Iconic Vladimir Kagan (1927-1988) Tufted Livid Velvet Upholstered Cast Aluminum 'Unicorn' Sofa
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Aluminum

Brazilian Modern Three Seat Sofa in Ochre Velvet & Hardwood by Forma, Brazil
By Forma
Located in New York, NY
velvet. The sofa has a tall backrest and comfortable arms making this sofa not only beautiful but
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Hardwood, Velvet

Midcentury Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Grey Velvet by Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
set we match it with. The first set photo showcases the sofa with the matching “Concha” armchairs
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Hardwood

Pair of italian armchairs in yellow velvet, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
armchairs is priced at 8,000€. While the pair of armchairs with the sofa is available for 15,000€. Please
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Cord

Soriana Sofa design Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in bari, IT
Soriana two-seater sofa, upholstered in black velvet, was designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Sofa 3 seats velvet production Isa Begamo, 1950, restored in beige velvet, brass feet. Works by ISA
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Brass

Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
H 38.98 in W 79.53 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Seating Set, Sofa and 3 Armchairs, Italy - New Upholstery
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20th Century Italian Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery
H 29.14 in W 90.56 in D 37.41 in
Vintage Togo Sofa Set in Cognan Brown Velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Baambrugge, NL
France. This iconic corner armchair with ottoman features original cognac brown velvet upholstery
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1970s French Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric

20th Century Camel Boucle Atlantis Sofa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
this sofa in another color and with two armchairs as a set. Please check boucle colors on the last
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, A large sofa, "Soriana", Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana A brown velvet covered and metal framed sofa. Produced by
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather, Rosewood

20th Century Pink Blush Boucle Atlantis Sofa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
furniture. We can prepare this sofa in another color and with two armchairs as a set. Please check boucle
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Velvet Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten 'Cirkus' lounge chairs, circa 1950s. A pair of armchairs designed by Carl
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Wool, Elm

Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room sofa by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
, reference Calder 10698-07. Another two-seat sofa and an armchair from the same set are also available for
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Brass

Fiandra modular sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 70s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Padova, IT
to leather, wool and velvet. The armchair, like the sofas, is made up of modular elements which
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Alsdorf, NW
transition between an armchair, sofa, lounge chair, or even a bed—a versatile space for relaxation, leisure
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Silk, Velvet

Carl Cederholm Sofa for Firma Stil & Form Stockholm, Sweden 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in Utrecht, NL
. This characteristic sofa from the 1940s remains a timeless testament to his, and to Swedish Modern
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern French Three-Seat Sofa by Gérard Guermonprez, 1970s
By Gerard Guermonprez
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French three-seat sofa with original velvet fabric designed by Gérard
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Chrome

1960's Brazilian Modern Sofa “Concha” in Hardwood & Fabric, by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
. The sofa features a hardwood structure, upholstered seats in ochre velvet, and four toothpick legs
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Lovely Vintage Mini Window Seat Bench Sofa with Birds of Paradise Upholstery
Located in GB
framed carved Italia armchair, an English large carver armchair and a small window sofa which is the size
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20th Century English Country Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Set of 2 Green Velvet and Oak Wood Armchairs and a Sofa, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 2 armchairs and a sofa. Upholstered with green velvet an oak wood. Manufactured by
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1950s Spanish Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Velvet, Oak

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Velvet Soriana Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
manufacturer Cassina in 1969. The set is composed of a three-seater sofa, a lounge chair and a pouf. Re
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Chrome

Set of Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Sofa and Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
sought after by customers. It is used in the upholstery of furniture, sofas, armchairs and chairs. The
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Bouclé, Velvet, Beech

Giovannetti, Modern 90s Style Armchair and Sofa L'agostina by Barbero & Navone
Located in Casalguidi, IT
"A spirited piece with rounded lines, expressly designed for the home that's young and lively". Available in various colors and fabrics. Wooden frame. Springing with reinforced...
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1990s Italian Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Cotton, Velvet

Pair Armchairs and Sofa Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi Appelli & Varesio Edition
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi
Located in Rovereta, SM
Pair armchairs Attributed to Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi (1925-1985), Pair of armchairs Maple
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Maple

1968 Ciprea Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina (1968), Italy, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Tito Agnoli
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
. Made in Italy in 1968, covered with original burnt orange velvet. A predecessor to the Bambole Sofa by
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Plywood

Brand New Mulberry Silk Velvet Sporting Life Howard Style Claw & Ball Feet Sofa
By Mulberry, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons
Located in GB
, upholstered in brand new Mulberry Sporting Life silk velvet upholstery, with claw & ball legs, three seat sofa
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20th Century English Country Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Hardwood, Velvet

Vintage Italian Velvet Five Modular Armchairs and Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful velvet modular sofa, consisting of 5 armchairs and a coffee table. The coffee table has a
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room Set by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
two-seat sofa and one armchair. All newly upholstered with beautiful light grey soft velvet from
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Brass

Martin Eisler & Carlos Hauner Pair of Modern Brazilian Armchairs wood and velvet
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil
Located in Barcelona, ES
three pieces set of sofa and two armchairs.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Art Deco Walnut Wood and White Velvet Armchairs, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
white velvet. The armchairs has a wooden structure with mahogany veneer, the two armrests as you can
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1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Sofa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
sought after by customers. It is used in the upholstery of furniture, sofas, armchairs and chairs. The
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Beech, Bouclé

Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Sofa, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century White and Mustard Boucle Club Sofa, Europe, 1960s
No Reserve
H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Gilded Living Room Set or Salon Suite
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare complete Italian luxury Louis XVI style 1930s living room set includes: 1 large sofa 4
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1930s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Poplar

Set Mod. Togo Desdined By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Madrid, ES
. Double armchair size: W 120 x D 100 x H 35 / 70 cm Corner sofa: W 100 x D 100 x H 35 / 70 cm (1 item) D
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

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Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs And Couches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, velvet and wood. Vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches are of considerable interest. Many vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches are appealing in their simplicity, but Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino and Gigi Radice produced popular vintage velvet armchair sofas armchairs and couches that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Velvet Armchair Sofas Armchairs And Couches?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $7,059, while they’re typically $411 on the low end and $66,208 highest priced.

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.