Art Deco Brown Leather Sofa, Newly Upholstered, USA, 1940's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking Art Deco sofa from the 1940's, crafted in the USA and newly upholstered in a warm light
Leather
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Leather, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brown leather sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s. Very dramatic patina to
Leather, Wood
$2,995
H 35 in W 78 in D 35 in
1940-1950’s Traditional Green Naugahyde Faux Leather Lawson Club Style Sofa
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Traditional green Naugahyde faux leather Lawson style club or library sofa with
Brass
1940s Pegasus Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Distressed Brown Leather
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A timeless English classic, this 1940s Pegasus Chesterfield sofa embodies the rich character and
Leather, Burlap, Wood
Art Deco Two Seater Sofa in Burlwood and Leather, France 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Art Deco 2 seater sofa in Burlwood & Leather, originating from France in
Leather, Burl
$19,381
H 31.89 in W 61.03 in D 30.71 in
Sofa in Beech and Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Erik Bertil Karlén, 1940's
By Eric Karlén
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Beech and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat fabric with leather
Beech, Leather, Fabric
$5,500
H 31.3 in W 57.09 in D 24.81 in
Danish Modern Sofa with Leather Upholstery and Oak Frame, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
abandon ornamentation to benefit the form, the maker of this sofa maintained the beauty and warmth
Leather, Oak
$16,500
H 28.5 in W 66 in D 29 in
1940s Danish Banana Style Sofa in Taupe Leather and Chocolate Bouclé
By Flemming Lassen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in New York, NY
This 1940s Danish sofa in the style of Flemming Lassen and Slagelse Mobelvaerk is a one of a kind
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany
$14,682
H 35.83 in W 51.97 in D 31.11 in
Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud
Leather, Mahogany
$8,809
H 31.5 in W 72.84 in D 30.32 in
Three-Seat Sofa in Pine and Cognac Leather by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Göperts, Göperts Möbler
Located in Karis, Nyland
A fine example of early Swedish craftsmanship by Göperts Möbler, this three-seat sofa combines
Leather, Pine
1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very rare set of 3 armchairs and bench designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort made from leather and oak
Leather, Oak
Restored 1940s Swedish Art Moderne “Banana Seat” Curved Loveseat Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
hallmark of high-end Swedish furniture in the late 1940s. The sofa has undergone a complete restoration to
Leather, Fabric, Elm
$2,639Sale Price|35% Off
H 35.04 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
$2,669Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.83 in W 42.49 in D 18.51 in
Art Deco Canapé Sofa, Sage Green Leather, Walnut, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco canapé sofa with sage green leather from the 1940s. The curved armrests and three
Walnut
Unavailable
H 34.25 in W 79.53 in D 30.71 in
Kaare Klint sofa model 6092 by Rud. Rasmussen, 1940s Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
, upholstered in striped wool and bored in natural leather. Produced by Rud. Rasmussen’s in 1940’s. Condition
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
Leather Tufted Sofa C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather tufted English sofa with loose seat cushions and tight tufted back. Nailhead trim detail.
Leather
1940's Danish Leather Curved Banana Sofa
Located in London, GB
An absolutely gorgeous original Danish vintage curved banana sofa in brown leather. This was
Leather
English Leather Tufted Chesterfield Sofa circa 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning leather tufted chesterfield sofa with nailhead trim detail and bun feet.
Leather, Wood
1940's Oxblood Red Leather Sofa with Brass Nailheads
Located in Atlanta, GA
Oxblood Red Leather Sofa, American, circa 1940's. The original oxblood red leather upholstery is
1940s Country House Leather Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
A substantial leather sofa in the Chesterfield form having rolled arms and back and original tufted
Leather, Wood
Jacques Adnet Modernist Sofa, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa by Jacques Adnet upholstered in leather (2003) on lacquered walnut legs.
Leather, Walnut
French Leather Club Sofa Bed, Art Deco, 1940´s
Located in Munich, DE
the 1940`s. A two seater classic couch with retractable bed springs. The 70 year old leather has a
Metal
Sold
H 31.89 in W 68.12 in D 34.85 in
1940's ENGLISH HAND DYED RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original 1940’s Whisky brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled
Leather
English Leather Chesterfield Sofa, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English brown leather tufted Chesterfield style sofa standing on four bun feet with nailhead trim
Leather, Wood
Classic Danish Design Sofa in Patinated Leather, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa in patinated leather, made in Denmark, 1940s.
Leather, Mahogany
Classic 1940s Regency Destressed Leather Sofa
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic 1940s Regency destressed leather sofa, nicely worn, extremely comfortable, back measures 30
Leather, Wood
Leather Tufted Chesterfield Soft C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome leather tufted Chesterfield style English sofa with rolled arms and bun feet. There is
Leather, Wood
1940s Stately Leather Club Sofa by the Sikes Furniture Co
By Sikes Chair Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stately club sofa in a rich cognac brown leather with mahogany legs by The Sikes Company of Buffalo
Leather, Mahogany
1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
This 1940s Frits Henningsen sofa is newly reupholstered in an ivory-white bouclé from Schumacher
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany
Sold
H 29.34 in W 87.41 in D 37.01 in
Restored 1940s Chesterfield Hand Dyed Aged Leather Gentleman's Club Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this lovely circa 1940s fully aniline leather hand dyed
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 27.56 in W 88.39 in D 35.63 in
Very Rare Vintage, 1940s Hand Dyed Large Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Rare original, 1940s fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather gentleman’s Chesterfield club
Leather, Mahogany, Oak
1940s Louis XV Style Sectional or Corner Mohair Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
A chic three-piece vintage Louis XV style white painted and bleached wood sectional corner sofa
Leather, Mohair, Wood
English, Leather Chesterfield 1930-1940s
Located in Bellport, NY
Large brown/red leather vintage Chesterfield Settee.Four large cushions,tufted back and bottom
Leather
Sold
H 29.25 in W 78 in D 36 in
Danish 1940s Art Deco Banana Form Curved Sofa in the Style of Fritz Hansen
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish curved sofa or Banana sofa as the Danes call them. This sofa is a bit unusual
Leather, Mahogany
English 1940s Chesterfield Settee
Located in Bellport, NY
Tufted Chesterfield love seat.Beautiful oxblood brown/red,bun feet with two cushions.
Leather
English 1940s Chesterfield Tufted Love Seat Settee
Located in Bellport, NY
English Chesterfeild Settee,with tufted back and front.Genorous rolled arms,bun feet.
Leather
Handsome Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Small Sofa C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rich colored brown tufted leather chesterfield style sofa with nailhead trim detail along arms and
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 31.11 in W 72.84 in D 30.32 in
Danish Cabinetmaker, Three Seat Sofa Lambwool and Aniline Leather, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
upholstered with vintage aniline leather. Legs of rosewood. Made in the 1940s.
Leather, Sheepskin, Rosewood
1940s Frits Henningsen Style Brown Leather Settee Couch MCM
By Fritz Heningsen
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A diminutive danish brown leather sofa / couch in the manner of Fritz Henningsen. The button
Leather
Sold
H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 20.87 in
Two-Seat Sofa Beech Springs Vegetable Horsehair Leatherette, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
A two-seat sofa, beechwood, springs and vegetable horsehair padding, leatherette upholstery
Beech, Faux Leather
Fritz Hansen Brown Leather Sofa, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Extremely rare sofa, for Fritz Hansen, Denmark early 1940s. This stunning sofa has a slightly
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 67.72 in D 35.44 in
French Leather Moustache Back Club Sofa 2-Seater, Art Deco 1940's
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This moustache back club sofa was made around the 1940s in France. It was reupholstered some years
Leather
Danish Three-Seat Curved Sofa, 1940s
Located in Paris, FR
Danish three-seat curved sofa from the 1940s. Very soft and comfortable seat. oakwood feet
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Oak
Sold
H 34.25 in W 78.25 in D 31.25 in
Kaare Klint, Early Sofa, Nigerian Leather, Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in High Point, NC
An early all-original sofa. Designed by Kaare Klint, produced by cabinetmaker rud Rasmussen
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Three-Seat Danish Curved Sofa, Original Piece from the 1940s Newly Upholstered
By Flemming Lassen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
This Three-seat curved sofa is an original piece from the 1940s, manufactured in Denmark. Unknown
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech, Oak
English Leather Tufted Chesterfield Style Sofa with Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome early 1940s leather tufted sofa standing on four hand carved paw feet. Measures: 16” SH
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 36 in W 52 in D 29 in
Kaare Klint, Settee, Black-Dyed Nigerian Leather, Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in High Point, NC
An early all-original settee / two-seat sofa. Designed by Kaare Klint, produced by cabinetmaker Rud
Leather
French 1940's Chic Leather Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
french leather sofa. wood legs with brass casters. original leather upholstery. new velvet
Leather, Wood, Velvet
1940s English Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic 1940s English leather Chesterfield sofa.
Wood, Leather
French 1940s Leather Sofa with Nailhead Detail
Located in Culver City, CA
Leather sofa with nailheads on outer edges of sides and back. Seat cushions are original velour.
Leather
Lysberg, Hansen & Therp Black Leather Sofa, 1940s
By Lysberg, Hansen & Therp
Located in Hudson, NY
the Danish and Swedish courts. This sofa in it's original black leather was likely made mid-century
Leather
Handsome Curved Danish Cabinetmaker's Sofa in Carmel Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A gorgeous, curved Danish cabinetmaker's sofa on an original wood plinth, totally restored in
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Tufted Leather Couch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940s-era sofa in toffee-hued leather with tufting and nailhead details.
Sold
H 34 in W 89 in D 36 in
1940s English Midcentury Reverse Camelback Chesterfield Three Seat Tufted Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
English reverse camel back tufted brown leather three seat sofa with wonderful, rolled arms with
Leather
French Chesterfield Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940's French Chesterfield sofa with original leather. Brass nail head detailing along the Arm
Brass
Small 1940s Spanish Burgundy Leather Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A small mid-20th century Spanish deep-buttoned original leather and velvet upholstered sofa of
Leather
Very Rare Early Theo Ruth Leather Woven Sofa for Artifort, 1940s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Winterswijk, NL
An extremely rare sofa designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort Maastricht, the Netherlands, 1940s. We
Leather, Velvet, Cane, Wood
Leather Chesterfield Loveseat Sofa, circa 1940s
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful Chesterfield loveseat in tobacco brown leather, circa 1940s. Back, rounded armrest and
Leather, Wood
1940s Sofa and Chair by Flemming Lassen Attributed
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Hudson, NY
Free-form, two-seat sofa and easy chair newly upholstered in natural leather and sheepskin. Design
Leather, Sheepskin
Austrian Bentwood Queen Sized Bed by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by J & J Kohn, this mahogany stained bentwood bed features curved head and footboards swelling with decorative scroll form tendrils. J & J Kohn, No. 876, 1900 Catalog. He...
Bentwood
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...
Iron
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble, these designs have not changed since Greek and Roman times, it carries superb artistic me...
Marble
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...
Bronze, Lead
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green color
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green glass tubes in a star shape. Weight about ...
Blown Glass
Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Metal, Leather, Netherlands, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in High Point, NC
A brown leather and metal "F-444" lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.8” H x 32.75” W x 29.5” D ...
Metal
Tiffany Studios Bronze and Favrile Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Bronze and favrile Desk lamp Damascene iridescent glass with greens, blues, goals and silver. Fine reticulated and patinated bronze base. Original favrile pearl heat...
Bronze
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.' Seat height: 15.75” All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional ...
Fabric, Wood
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp. New York, Circa 1910 Base signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 584, Height 22 Inches Shade signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1439, Diameter 16....
Bronze
Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A possibly unique walnut and off-white fabric sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, USA, 1960s. Provenance: Sofa custom ordered the apartment of Susan Schl...
Fabric, Walnut
Custom French Plaster Chandelier in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless, Custom French Modern Neoclassical Plaster Chandelier / Pendant or Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the style of the French Mid-century architect-decorator Jean-C...
Metal
$42,000 / set
H 30.52 in W 41.74 in D 33.08 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
$696 / item
H 7.4 in W 1.8 in D 7.7 in
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...
Metal
$5,365 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa
By Galvano
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Simple Mid Century Danish Sofa with an executive sort of feel. Manufactured by Soda Gavano Sofa is dark chocolate leather with a rosewood base. Sofa is well loved. Leather shows ...
Leather, Rosewood
Max Ingrand for Fontana Art pendant light. Italy c1950
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
Rare Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte pendant light. Brass and acid etched glass. (A model that hasn't been copied!)
Brass
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.
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