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What is an Italian sofa?
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An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Mambo Modular Orange Fabric Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Generous volumes outlined by sinuous curves together with a wrinkled vibrant-orange velvet upholstery define this majestic modular sofa, design conceived for celebrating mambo's flui...
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2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
$31,855 / item
Elephant 3-Seater Beige Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
As quiet as it is enveloping, this elegant sofa of modern inspiration welcomes up to three people within its wide seat outlined by a plump shell gently sloping at the sides. The gene...
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2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
$23,299 / item
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.
By Durlet
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s. The sofa consists of four seating elements, 2 two-seats and 2 one-seats. The elements can be attached to each other with...
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 71.25"W x 36.5"D
Seat Height (inches): 13.25"
All upholstered furnitu...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mambo White Modular Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
The Mambo modular sofa features a sinuous, flowing design inspired by the elegant movements of the mambo dance. This sofa is composed of multiple modules that harmoniously connect to...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
$32,407 / item
Bordone Sofa #1 by My Home
Located in Milan, IT
A captivating blend of minimalist design and iconic style, this sofa will guarantee utmost comfort and relaxation. Multifunctional, original and sophisticated, it features a welcomin...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
$19,010 / item