1950s, 3-seater sofa, green furniture blend wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, 3-seater sofa. Green furniture blend wool, beech wood, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern 1950 Vintage Sofas
Wool, Beech
1950s, 3-seater sofa, green furniture blend wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, 3-seater sofa. Green furniture blend wool, beech wood, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was
Wool, Beech
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A large and iconic serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. This sofa was purchased from Kagan
Fabric
$9,750
James Mont Style Sofa
By James Mont
Located in Hanover, MA
Theatrical 1950's Hollywood Regency sofa in the Orientalist modern taste with sculpted greek key
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Viggo Boesen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish smaller curved Banana form Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1950s. The legs are made of
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Four Seat Sofa in the Dunbar style
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
A refined four-seat sofa in beige bouclé upholstery on dark stained base with square legs. In the
Fabric, Wood
Curved Velvet Sofa by Federico Munari with Matching Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant curved sofa designed by Federico Munari, embodying the soft, sculptural language of
Velvet
$1,912Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Italian Design Red Sofa, 1950s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely italian design sofa 1950s. Metal structure with sponge padding and red bouclé wool covering
Metal
$3,860
Cocktail Sofa from 1950s
Located in Neuss, NW
Charming cocktail sofa from the 1950s. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered
Textile
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original striped green furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original striped green furniture wool, oak wood legs, brass springs in
Wool, Oak
Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Elegant two-seater sofa designed by Cesare Lacca in Italy during the 1950s. This sculptural piece
Velvet, Wood
Rare French Midcentury Sofa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare beautiful sofa upholstered in a creme wool bouce from Dedar. Seat and backrest with springs
Brass
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, ash wood, furniture mesh.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood, furniture mesh. Double
Velvet, Rattan, Ash
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, salmon pink furniture velour, oak wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Salmon pink furniture velour, oak wood legs, brass springs in the seat
Velvet, Oak
Vintage Red Velvet Knole Sofa with Floral Cushions, 1950s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
A beautiful example of the traditional Knole sofa, featuring rich red velvet upholstery and floral
Velvet
Sofà Mid-Century Italian Design Velvet and Brass
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sofà Mid-Century Italian design velvet and brass, Isa Bergamo production. The velvet is original
Brass
$1,792Sale Price|50% Off
Sofa in Cherrywood by Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Sofa from the 1950s in cherry wood, upholstered in cotton with a pattern of leaves, a harmonious
Cotton, Cherry
Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage walnut sofa designed by the iconic designer Jens Risom in the United States, circa 1950s
Fabric, Walnut, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Peter Hvidt Style Sofa
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique midcentury sofa features stylish curved armrests, original studded upholstery, and a
Upholstery
Corner sofa by Marco Zanuso (1916-2001), published by Arflex
By Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Marco Zanuso (1916-2001) Published by Arflex. IX Triennale" corner sofa with metal frame
Velvet
Danish 1950s Sofa in Oak and Seagrass, Attributed to Frits Schlegel
Located in Lejre, DK
A beautifully crafted Danish Modern sofa from the 1950s, attributed to Frits Schlegel, executed in
Cane, Oak
1950s Sofa with Houndstooth Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Highland, IN
This wonderful sofa has a design reminiscent of Edward Wormley's work for Dunbar, and a quality
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Pretzel Sofa Four Strand Pretzel Rattan Sofa After Paul Frankl Knoll
By Paul Frankl
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A four strand pretzel sofa after Paul Frankl freshly recovered in a green Knoll fabric. Recently
Fabric, Rattan
$946Sale Price|20% Off
Original 20th Italian Two-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian sofa from 1950, original, in two-seater brown leather, with buttons and stitching. The
Leather, Beech
$11,952Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Fuchsia Sofa by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous fabric sofa designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for the fine manufacturer Azucena Italia
Metal
Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Five-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco six-strand square pretzel style, five-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous
Rattan
Expertly Restored - Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Teak Sofa for N. Eilersen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Neils Eilersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak
Restored Quad Pole "R" Arm 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
4 pole base. 1950, United States Sofa: 33in. H x 73in. W x 36in. D. We only purchase and sell the
Rattan
Ico Parisi Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Three seater sofa in the style of Ico Parisi. Very elegant and comfortable, with floral fabric
Fabric, Beech
Vladimir Kagan, Large Curved Sofa, Fabric, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved beige yellow bouclé fabric and metal sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by
Metal
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
matching 3-seat sectional sofa and lounge chair. Both feature the famous six-strand square pretzel side
Rattan
$1,196Sale Price|47% Off
1950s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original condition, furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
Scandinavian 1950s design. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker in 1950-55s. The sofa was checked by
Velvet, Beech
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, brass springs in the seat
Velvet, Ash
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, striped furniture wool, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Striped furniture wool, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Sofa was
Wool, Ash
Stunning Three Seater Danish Sofa By Grete Jalk
By Grete Jalk
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A stunningly beautiful sofa designed by the legendary Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Mobelfabrik
Upholstery, Hardwood
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Børge Mogensen Model 211 Three Seats Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik. Manufactured in the
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Fantastic Restored Vintage Modern Rattan Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
service is available. An exceptional vintage modern three-seat sofa, circa 1950. Stout, expertly crafted
Rattan
Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se
Located in Van Nuys, CA
" deep Sofa: 34" tall x 81" wide x 36" deep Seat height 16" United States, 1950 We only purchase and
Fabric, Rattan, Paint
1950s, Danish sofa-daybed, red/beige furniture wool, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish sofa-daybed. Original red and beige furniture wool, brass springs in the seat, ash
Wool, Ash
Green velvet Wilhelm Knoll 50's 'banana' sofa
Located in TILBURG, NL
'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and
Velvet, Wood
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with a solid wood frame and green velvet upholstery
Metal, Brass
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, springs in the seat
Velvet, Oak
$2,800
Sofa by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Milo Baughman's tapered leg sofa, adorned with a fresh Herman Miller, Alexander Girard fabric and
Upholstery, Wood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5305 Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A large model 5305 angled sofa on bleached mahogany frame with leather capped legs. Designed by
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Italian Damask Velvet Corner Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Original Italian corner sofa from the 1950s, the upholstery is from the time, in damask velvet, in
Velvet, Beech
Restored 6-Strand "Speed" 3-Seat Sofa With Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired six-strand "Speed" arm rattan three-seat sofa with a
Rattan
Sofa or Couch with wickerwork backrest by Hartmut Lohmeyer, German Design, 1950s
By Hartmut Lohmeyer, Wilkhahn
Located in München, Bavaria
ausgesprochen seltenes Sofa aus der 400er-Reihe, entworfen von Hartmut Lohmeyer für Wilkhahn, Deutschland, um
Upholstery, Wicker, Teak, Cane
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Upholstery, Oak
$2,250Sale Price|70% Off
Unique Italien Sofa
Located in Munich, DE
By unknown designer or manufacturer. Two parts reupholstered in alcantara. should be cleaned or re-upholstered.
Fabric
$20,800Sale Price|20% Off
William Armbruster Custom Monumental five-seat Sofa for Chase Manhattan
By William Armbruster, Edgewood Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
The William Armbruster Custom Designed Monumental five-seat Sofa for Chase Manhattan Executive
Chrome
Restored Black Two-Strand "Half Moon" Rattan 3-Seat Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era black 3-seater rattan sofa, with what we at the shop call the "Half Moon", two
Rattan
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede with Leather Piping
Suede, Teak
Ignazio Gardella Digamma Sofa
By Ignazio Gardella, Gavina
Located in London, GB
A rare sofa by Italian designer Ignazio Gardella for Gavina. circa 1957, Italy. Enameled
Steel
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, beige furniture wool fabric, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable
Wool, Beech
$14,342 / set
I.S.A. Sofa Set in Original Condition, Italy, 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This sofa set was made by the manufacturer I.S.A. in the 1950s. It consists of two armchairs and a
Aluminum, Brass
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige/brown furniture fabric, carved oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Beige/brown furniture fabric, carved oak wood, springs in the seat
Fabric, Oak
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
Charles Eames Sofa Compact
By Charles Eames
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very rare and rather exceptional sofa compact by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This example
Metal
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Upholstery, Oak
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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