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Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1940s
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1940s

Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1940s

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Utrecht, NL

, fellow Danish architect-designer, Peter Hvidt, but the designer’s earlier models -like this sofa - are

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests and

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Wool

Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede

Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Jean Royère

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Ultrasuede

Danish Art Deco Curved Banana Sofa Upholstered with Green Striped Velour, 1940s
Danish Art Deco Curved Banana Sofa Upholstered with Green Striped Velour, 1940s

Danish Art Deco Curved Banana Sofa Upholstered with Green Striped Velour, 1940s

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Fritz Hansen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish curved, banana shaped Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1940s. The legs are made of dark

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Danish Blue Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s.
Vintage Danish Blue Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s.

Vintage Danish Blue Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Blue Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s. Vintage Art Deco banana-shaped loveseat

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Denmark 1940s
3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Denmark 1940s

3-Seat Sofa for Fritz Hansen by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Denmark 1940s

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

, likely in the late 1940's before the Danish designer partnered with Peter Hvidt. Beautiful and very

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa in Green Velvet, 1940s.
Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa in Green Velvet, 1940s.

Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa in Green Velvet, 1940s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa in Green Velvet, 1940s. Vintage Art Deco banana-shaped loveseat

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Danish 1940s Open-Arm Sofa in Sculpted Beech Wood by Alfred Christensen
Danish 1940s Open-Arm Sofa in Sculpted Beech Wood by Alfred Christensen

Danish 1940s Open-Arm Sofa in Sculpted Beech Wood by Alfred Christensen

By Alfred Christensen

Located in Norwalk, CT

Step into the enchanting world of Danish craftsmanship with this exquisite Danish 1940s Open Arms

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Flemming Lassen 'Attribution' Organic Sofa, Sheepskin, Beech, Denmark 1940s
Flemming Lassen 'Attribution' Organic Sofa, Sheepskin, Beech, Denmark 1940s

Flemming Lassen 'Attribution' Organic Sofa, Sheepskin, Beech, Denmark 1940s

By Flemming Lassen

Located in High Point, NC

An organic sofa. Produced in Denmark, 1940s. Design attributed to Flemming Lassen. Reupholstered in

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa by Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa by Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa by Slagelse Mobelvaerk

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved three-seat sofa in brown wool fabric. The sofa has springs

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Three-Seat Curved Sofa with Brass Tacks
Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Three-Seat Curved Sofa with Brass Tacks

Danish 1940s Viggo Boesen Style Three-Seat Curved Sofa with Brass Tacks

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Flemming Lassen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful 1940s curved three-seat curved sofa covered in a blue wool fabric and brass-tacked edging

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Sofa with Sheepskin, Attributed to Flemming Lassen, 1940s
Danish Modern Sofa with Sheepskin, Attributed to Flemming Lassen, 1940s

Danish Modern Sofa with Sheepskin, Attributed to Flemming Lassen, 1940s

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Hägersten, SE

Danish modern three seat sofa in the style of Flemming Lassen. Designed and produced in Denmark

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Danish 1940's Finn Juhl Style Settee or Loveseat
Danish 1940's Finn Juhl Style Settee or Loveseat

Danish 1940's Finn Juhl Style Settee or Loveseat

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Finn Juhl

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superbly elegant Finn Juhl style sofa or settee attributed to Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Denmark made

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin with Beech Legs, Denmark circa 1940s
Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin with Beech Legs, Denmark circa 1940s

Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin with Beech Legs, Denmark circa 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

, this three-seater sofa represents Danish modernism in several ways; mainly, it rejects the traditional

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Vintage Danish Emerald Green Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s
Vintage Danish Emerald Green Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s

Vintage Danish Emerald Green Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Emerald Green Velvet Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s. Vintage Art Deco banana-shaped

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1940s Frits Henningsen Pair of Armchairs and Sofa, Denmark
1940s Frits Henningsen Pair of Armchairs and Sofa, Denmark

1940s Frits Henningsen Pair of Armchairs and Sofa, Denmark

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with some signs of use - dimensions of the chairs : Height 84cm, Seat height (43cm) ,Width 60cm, Depth 63cm

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish 1940s Curved Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen
Danish 1940s Curved Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen

Danish 1940s Curved Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen

By Fritz Hansen, Ole Wanscher

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superb and rare sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen as model 1668 probably

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Green Mohair
Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Green Mohair

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Green Mohair

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa in green mohair wool fabric. The sofa has

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Teal Velvet
Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Teal Velvet

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Teal Velvet

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa or in teal blue mohair wool fabric. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Pink Velvet
Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Pink Velvet

Danish 1940s Boesen Style Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Pink Velvet

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa or in rose pink mohair wool fabric. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Mohair

1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa
1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa

1940s Scandinavian Deco Green Mohair Sofa

By Mogens Lassen

Located in Oakland, CA

1940s Danish curved channel back sofa in original green mohair fabric.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Peter Hvidt Three-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Peter Hvidt, three-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of beech Made in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa Danish Midcentury
Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa Danish Midcentury

Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa Danish Midcentury

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rare and sought after sofa model 1594 made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1940s. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Mogens Lassen 'attribution', Organic Sofa, Solid Beech, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s
Mogens Lassen 'attribution', Organic Sofa, Solid Beech, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

Mogens Lassen 'attribution', Organic Sofa, Solid Beech, Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

By Mogens Lassen

Located in High Point, NC

A Danish sofa, design attributed to Mogens Lassen. Features organic arms, the soft expression

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish 1940s Large Curved Banana Shape Sofa Newly Re-Upholstered in White Boucle
Danish 1940s Large Curved Banana Shape Sofa Newly Re-Upholstered in White Boucle

Danish 1940s Large Curved Banana Shape Sofa Newly Re-Upholstered in White Boucle

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved sofa made in Denmark, circa 1940. This sofa will make

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Danish Mid-Century Curved Banana Shape Loveseat, 1940's
Danish Mid-Century Curved Banana Shape Loveseat, 1940's

Danish Mid-Century Curved Banana Shape Loveseat, 1940's

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, circa 1940. This small sofa

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Danish wicker bench from the 1940’s - attributed Robert Wengler.
Danish wicker bench from the 1940’s - attributed Robert Wengler.

Danish wicker bench from the 1940’s - attributed Robert Wengler.

By Robert Wengler

Located in Copenhagen, DK

This wicker bench is made by the old Danish basket makers and bears witness to top-class

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Frits Henningsen Sofa in Mahogany, 1940s
Frits Henningsen Sofa in Mahogany, 1940s

Frits Henningsen Sofa in Mahogany, 1940s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in The Hague, NL

This generous three-seat sofa was designed and made by the Danish master cabinetmaker Frits

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Danish 1940s Curved Shape Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen
Danish 1940s Curved Shape Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen

Danish 1940s Curved Shape Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen

By Ole Wanscher, Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superb and rare sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen as model 1668 probably

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Beech, Wool

Viggo Boesen 'Attribution' Rare Curved Sofa, Wood White Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s
Viggo Boesen 'Attribution' Rare Curved Sofa, Wood White Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

Viggo Boesen 'Attribution' Rare Curved Sofa, Wood White Sheepskin, Denmark 1940s

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in High Point, NC

Møbelværk, Denmark, 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new authentic sheepskin. Other designers of the

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

1940s Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark
1940s Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark

1940s Kaare Klint Three-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Praha, CZ

- Suitable for new reupholstery - Good original condition with some signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen
Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved sofa reupholstered in new lambswool made in Denmark in

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen
Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Sofa in Lambswool in the Style of Viggo Boesen

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Møbelværk in the 1940s. This sofa will make strong statement in any room. Beautiful round voluptuous lines

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Wool, 1940s
Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Wool, 1940s

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Wool, 1940s

By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Alfred Christensen two seater sofa new upholstered with two tone blue wool. Legs of stained beech

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Scandinavian 1940s Velvet Sofa
Scandinavian 1940s Velvet Sofa

Scandinavian 1940s Velvet Sofa

Located in London, GB

A beech and olive mohair velvet two-seat sofa Denmark, circa 1940.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Curved Art Deco Sofa in Green Velour, Danish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1940s
Curved Art Deco Sofa in Green Velour, Danish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1940s

Curved Art Deco Sofa in Green Velour, Danish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1940s

Located in Odense, DK

This appealing two seater sofa in green velour showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of a Danish

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Frits Henningsen Mahogany Two-Seat Sofa, circa 1940s
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Two-Seat Sofa, circa 1940s

Frits Henningsen Mahogany Two-Seat Sofa, circa 1940s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Danish sofa by Frits Henningsen, circa 1940s, with an upholstered back and seat, channelled

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s
Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Alfred Christensen two seater sofa new upholstered with lamb wool. Legs of stained beech

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s
Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

Alfred Christensen, Two Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Alfred Christensen two seater sofa new upholstered with lamb wool. Legs of stained beech

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Georg Kofoed Three-Seat Sofa in Lambwool, 1940s
Georg Kofoed Three-Seat Sofa in Lambwool, 1940s

Georg Kofoed Three-Seat Sofa in Lambwool, 1940s

By Georg Kofoed

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Georg Kofoed three-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs of stained beech. Made by

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Alfred Christensen, Two ½ Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s
Alfred Christensen, Two ½ Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

Alfred Christensen, Two ½ Seater Sofa Lamb Wool, 1940s

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Alfred Christensen two ½ seater sofa new upholstered with lamb wool. Legs of and armrests of oak

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

1940s Sofa by Frits Henningsen
1940s Sofa by Frits Henningsen

1940s Sofa by Frits Henningsen

By Fritz Heningsen

Located in London, GB

A solid mahogany sofa by Frits Henningsen (Danish, 1889–1965). Fully reupholstered in ivory linen

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

Curved Danish Banana Sofa in Mohair Velvet
Curved Danish Banana Sofa in Mohair Velvet

Curved Danish Banana Sofa in Mohair Velvet

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

Elegantly curved sofa fabricated in Denmark, 1940s. The sofa is and slightly reshaped and

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Teak

Chresten Findahl Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Chresten Findahl Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

Chresten Findahl Two-Seat Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s

By Chresten Findahl Brodersen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Chresten Findahl two-seat sofa new upholstered with lambwool. Legs and arms of stained beech

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Danish Modern, 3-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s
Danish Modern, 3-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s

Danish Modern, 3-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Odense, DK

An elegant Scandinavian sofa from the early to mid-20th century, characterized by its balanced

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in London, GB

Early 1940s Danish Banana three-seat sofa in the manner of architect Flemming Lassen, newly

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Danish 1940s Art Deco Banana Form Curved Sofa in the Style of Fritz Hansen
Danish 1940s Art Deco Banana Form Curved Sofa in the Style of Fritz Hansen

Danish 1940s Art Deco Banana Form Curved Sofa in the Style of Fritz Hansen

By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful Danish curved sofa or Banana sofa as the Danes call them. This sofa is a bit unusual

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Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents
Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents

Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Stunning classic Danish curved sofa from the 1940's. In the the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Maple

Newly Upholstered Mid-Century Modern 1940's Danish Settee/Loveseat
Newly Upholstered Mid-Century Modern 1940's Danish Settee/Loveseat

Newly Upholstered Mid-Century Modern 1940's Danish Settee/Loveseat

By Alfred Christensen

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Mid-Century Modern 1950's Danish settee/loveseat in the style of Alfred Christensen. Newly

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bentwood

Jacob Kjær. Two seat sofa with blue wool fabric, 1940s
Jacob Kjær. Two seat sofa with blue wool fabric, 1940s

Jacob Kjær. Two seat sofa with blue wool fabric, 1940s

By Jacob Kjaer 1

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Jacob Kjær two-seat sofa upholstered with blue wool. Legs of oak and mahogany. Made in the 1940s.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Wool, Mahogany

Danish 1940s bananasofa in new sheepskin.
Danish 1940s bananasofa in new sheepskin.

Danish 1940s bananasofa in new sheepskin.

By Knud Mortensen

Located in København K, DK

Original 1930 - 1940s love seat in an organic shape. Restored with new sheepskin. Seat height 43 cm

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa in Ivory Lambswool
Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa in Ivory Lambswool

Fritz Hansen 1940s Model 1594 Spindle Back Sofa in Ivory Lambswool

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rare and sought after sofa model 1594 made by Fritz Hansen, Denmark in the early 1940s. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s
Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s

Vintage Scandinavian Sheepskin Sofa Circa 1930s to 1940s

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Oakland, CA

Freshly reupholstered in a mushroom-toned sheepskin. Circa 1930s-40s cabinetmaker sofa imported

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Elm

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1940s Danish Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1940s Danish sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, all 1940s Danish sofas available were constructed with great care. 1940s Danish sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1940s Danish sofas to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco 1940s Danish sofas are of considerable interest. Many 1940s Danish sofas are appealing in their simplicity, but Slagelse Møbelvaerk, Fritz Hansen and Frits Henningsen produced popular 1940s Danish sofas that are worth a look.

How Much are 1940s Danish Sofas?

Prices for 1940s Danish sofas start at $1 and top out at $1,198,144 with the average selling for $6,412.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1940s Danish Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.