Very large Art Deco living room suite. One huge sofa and four armchairs 1940
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Very large Art Deco living room suite. One huge sofa and four armchairs. Velvet and gilded wood, circa 1940-1950. sofa : 300 cm
Beech, Velvet
Antique sofa by royal metal company
By Royal Metal Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice 1950 sofa by royal metal company, it has the original fabric, and it is in very good condition, the sofa has the style of Warren MC Arthur, we have the matching chair if ...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Living Room Set in Two-Tone Gray Fabric
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 3 Mid-century living room set of a 3-seat sofa and pair of arm / club chairs with two-tone gray fabric upholstery, wood dowel legs, and accented brass feet (in the style of AD...
Brass
Ficks Reed Restored Rattan Livingroom Set - Corner Sofa, Coffee & Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Also included is an original 1950s murano ashtray and blue art pottery vase. Circa 1950. Couch: 100" W x 28" H X 43" D Coffee table: 16" H x 30" W X 30" D Side Table: 26" H x 32" D ...
Rattan
$11,200
Curved Sofa, Italy 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Curved Sofa Italy, 1950 Curved sofa with rounded back in original textured wool blend, with tapered wood legs. 100”w x 50”d x 36”h x 16.5”seat Ref.
Wool
$3,528Sale Price|35% Off
Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Rare curved sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa, circa 1950 walnut, original gold velvet, iron very good original condition Measures: 145.5 x 60 cm height 94 cm height seat. 41 cm.
Iron
Hans Wegner Sofa, Denmark circa 1950
By A.P. Stolen
Located in Culver City, CA
Denmark, 1950 Model ‘AP33' sofa with teak legs by Hans Wegner for A.
Wool, Teak
$4,956
Erton, Sofa, circa 1950
By Erton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Erton, sofa, circa 1950 Fully original.
Fabric
Pierre Guariche, Sofa "Miami", Belgium, 1950
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pierre Guariche (1926–1995) Sofa model “Miami” Manufactured by Meurop Belgium, 1950s Steel, upholstery Measurements 178 cm x 78 cm x 85 cm 70.08 in. x 30.71 in. x 33.47 in...
Steel
1950 Italian sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa Italy circa 1950 Original seating
Wood
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.
Brass
Mid-Century 1950 Vintage Sergio Rodrigues Hauner Sofa
Located in London, GB
Sergio Rodrigues designed the Hauner sofa in 1950. The piece is characteristic of Rodrigues’ unique aesthetic and the mid-century sensibility he championed.
Upholstery, Wood
Federico Munari Curved Sofa, Italy, 1950
By Federico Munari
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Federico Munari Curved Sofa, wood and velvet, Italy, 1950 This curved sofa is by Federico Munari, produced in Italy around 1950.
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wood Scandinavian Sofa, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern wood Scandinavian sofa, circa 1950. With a new upholstery. In original condition, preserving a beautiful patina, with minor wear consistent with age and use.
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Danish Curved Sofa c. 1950's
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mid-Century Danish curved sofa c. 1950's, newly reupholstered in a heavy burgundy velvet.
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 20thC Italian Sofa In Cream Boucle c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning mid 20th Century Italian three seat sofa featuring elegant metal legs and skillfully reupholstered in a luxurious cream boucle fabric. Boasting exceptional craftsmanship a...
Fabric
Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Nice model later upholstered in a honey colored Pierre Frey boucle.
Upholstery
ISA Bergamo Sculpturally Curved Sofa, Italy 1950's
By ISA Bergamo
Located in North Miami, FL
Exquisitely reupholstered in bone neutral boucle fabric, this wonderful ISA Bergamo sofa with sexy curves and details demonstrates the elegance and style of Italian furniture in the ...
Brass
1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale.
Silk
1950’s Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s French oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron.
Upholstery, Oak
Sofa Model "Bodö", Svante Skogh, 1950/1960s
By Svante Skogh
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa model "Bodö", designed by Svante Skogh, 1950/1960s.
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Ole Wanscher Leather 2 Seater Sofa 1950's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This two-seat leather sofa was created by Scandinavian furniture design master Ole Wanscher in the 1950s. It is characterised by its elegant and refined form, which seems to embody h...
Leather, Oak
Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Rare model later upholstered in a Pierre Frey chenille fabric.
Upholstery
Mid-Century Italian Sofa, Cream Boucle Upholstery, Metal Legs, 1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning mid 20th Century Italian three seat sofa featuring elegant metal legs and skillfully reupholstered in a luxurious cream boucle fabric. Boasting exceptional craftsmanship a...
Bouclé
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A mid-century italian designer sofa from the 1950’s. Upholstered in a maroon red velvet with an interesting angular design and splayed patinated brass legs.
Brass
Marigold Marco Zanuso Sofa, Italy 1950's
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
Regent Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex shown here in its original marigold teddy upholstery. It could be cleaned with some inner refurbishment and used as is or reupholstered in COM....
Velvet
A 1950's Pierre Lottier Hepplewhite Ebonised Sofa
Located in London, GB
A very elegant mid-century ebonised sofa by renowned designer Pierre Lottier, dating from circa 1950.
Linen, Ebony
Vintage Mohair Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Mohair Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Nice model, later upholstered in Denmark in Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair.
Mohair
$4,160Sale Price|35% Off
Architectural 1950's Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning long 1950's architectural sofa. Measures over 8 feet in length and sits 6 with ease.
Upholstery, Wood
$3,363Sale Price|58% Off
Mid Century Corner Sofa in Grey Bouclé, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
Corner sofa composed of three solid wood pieces with a metal elastic base. Artisanally upholstered in grey wool bouclé with adjustable legs finished in brass caps.
Metal, Brass
A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa
Located in London, GB
Origin: Italy Circa: 1950 Dimensions: 175 cm W x 85 cm D x 83 cm H
Bamboo, Rattan
Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style.
Wool, Teak
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Comfortable model later upholstered in Denmark with soft grey shearling.
Sheepskin
A Carved Africanist Sofa / Daybed by Pierre Dedieu, France 1950's
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Carved Africanist Sofa / Daybed by Pierre Dedieu, France 1950's Solid pine frame resting on four legs carved by the artist.
Fabric, Wood
$24,500Sale Price|30% Off
Grande Divano Curvo Boomerang Sofa, After Gio Ponti, C. 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Culver City, CA
This has to be one of the most beautiful sofas our gallery has ever had. This piece is early Italian1950's. Similar to pieces by Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi and Vladimir Kagan this large c...
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Two-Seat Sofa, Oak & Leather, 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Antwerp, BE
A midcentury modern Brutalist two seat sofa in the style of Guillerme et Chambron. A typical French 50s style and craftsmanship in solid oak with camel leather cushions, ergonomic su...
Leather, Oak
$2,065Sale Price|36% Off
Italian Mid-Century Sofa Bed in Textured Black Velvet, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
This Italian sofa bed dates from the 1950s and features a black lacquered metal structure combined with a handcrafted velvet upholstery. Designed during the mid-century modern period...
Metal
Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950’s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous timeless chesterfield sofa designed by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950’s. This sofa is made of original leather with a tufted back and seat, ( the bottoms are well attached to t...
Brass
Midcentury Italian Two-Piece Asymmetric Sofa circa 1950
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural 2-piece asymmetric sofa, midcentury Italian, circa 1950. Each piece can serve as stand-alone seating.
Upholstery, Wood
White upholstered Italian three leg sofa circa 1950, having new fabric.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
White upholstered Italian three leg sofa circa 1950, having new fabric.
Metal
Napoleon 3 Style Sofa Covered with Satin, circa 1950, Baroque
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon 3 style sofa covered with satin, circa 1950, baroque all covered with yellow satin, slightly discolored satin, and small spots.
Satin, Wood
1950 Branco e Preto-Sofa wood fabric upholstery Manufactured by Paubrà
By Branco & Preto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The name chosen by the young Brazilian architects Miguel Forte, Jacob Ruchti, Plinio Groce, Roberta Aflalo, Carlos Millan and the Chinese Che Y Hwa for their design company literally...
Wood
Mid Century Leather Chesterfield Sofa From France, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Mid Century Leather Chesterfield Sofa From France, Circa 1950. Original brown leather upholstery with great patina and use.
Leather
Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-290/2, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Danish two-seat sofa, model GE290/2 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1950, with a solid oak frame and original spring loaded cushions with patterned upholstery (from ...
Oak, Upholstery
$6,400 / set
Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-236/4, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Danish four-seater sofa, model GE236/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1950, with a solid oak frame and original spring loaded cushions with original beige/grey stri...
Wool, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Sofa Model GE-290/3, 1950
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Danish three-seat sofa, model GE290/3 designed by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, 1950, with a clean solid oak frame and original spring loaded cushions with a later date dark r...
Wool, Oak
$2,520Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Hollywood Regency Grand and Expertly Carved Sofa Chinoiserie/ Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Expertly Carved Grand Sofa. Please look at pictures closely, all of the wood frame is carved with stunning Asian motif. Very high quality vintage...
Wood
Swedish Modern Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1950's
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Uccle, BE
This Samspel 2 seaters sofa has been reupholstered in a cotton blend-Villa Nova Bari fabric parchment color. This “Samspel” or Interplay sofa was created by Carl Malmsten, one of Sw...
Cotton, Beech
1950 Brazilian Modern Sofa by Giuseppe Scapinelli in Rosewood & Bouclé
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
A refined study in line, proportion, and material intelligence, this rare sofa by Giuseppe Scapinelli captures the essence of Brazilian Modernism at its most sculptural. Designed in ...
Bouclé, Hardwood
Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1950
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful sought after three-seat sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan made in Denmark probably between late 1940s and 1950.
Wool, Teak
1950's Curved 2-Piece Tapestry Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a stunning, never before seen, curved 2-piece mid century sectional. We adore the original tapestry fabric. This Sofa is so unique, we have never seen another and our searc...
Fabric, Wood
1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
By Fritz Neth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love This sofa was purchased from an architects house interior in Belgium The design is very reminiscent to the works of...
Steel
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Expert custom upholstery service is available. A fabulous rare iron sofa or daybed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, Brooklyn, circa 1950.
Wrought Iron
A MODERNIST MID-CENTURY-MODERN FREE-FORM Grey Velvet SOFA, France, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A beautiful and confortable sofa in light grey velvet, Moderniste, Forme Libre, with generous curved lines holding on 5 conical feet in massive wood, to be attributed, France or Ital...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in the Manner of Adrian Pearsall, Circa 1950
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern sofa in the manner of Adrian Pearsall. Walnut with slate inlay end tables, Circa 1950s.
Wood
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST FREE-FORM Grey SOFA by ERTON, France, 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic and very comfortable sofa bed with a convertible system, Modernist, Reconstruction, Free Form, with generous curved lines and thick seats in superb original tufted gray ...
Metal, Brass
Danish mid-century Modern Design Three seater sofa in teak 1950 Vintage grey
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Introducing a timeless piece of mid-century Danish design. This sofa produced in 1950 Denmark and expertly crafted from rich teak wood.
Teak
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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