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What is a Dune sofa?
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A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.
Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.
On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.
On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Rare Phillip Lloyd Powell Free-Standing Sofa in Carved Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Phillip Lloyd Powell, free-standing sofa, walnut, reupholstered in “Teddy” mohair by Pierre Frey, United States, 1969
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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French Art Deco Two Seat Sofa in Wood and Yellow Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, beech, faux leather, brass, France, 1930s
This two-seater sofa, made in France in the 1930s, is a clear example of early Art Deco design. It is constructed from beech with a w...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
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Brass
Danish 1950s Sofa Attributed to Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Variant
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the very early 1950's and likely a variant of Fritz Hansen's famous model 1669. Just the shape of the legs vary slightl...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
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Wool, Beech
Lauren Sofa, in COM, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our Lauren Sofa. An elegant piece that pairs skirted charm with sophisticated ease. Defined by a gently undulating back and subtly flared arms, its graceful silhouette an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
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Upholstery, Wood
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