American Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric and dark-stained wood sofa or loveseat likely designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric ideally reupholstered. Ove...
Fabric, Wood
$2,752Sale Price|50% Off
Gio Ponti N. 512 Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for ISA, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant and splendid three-seater sofa with high backrest by Gio Ponti, 1950s, for ISA Edizioni, Bergamo, model N. 512. Carved profile, refined lines, sensual and deep comfort. The u...
Beech, Fabric
Vintage Paul Frankl Six Strand White Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Paul Frankl six-strand white rattan sofa is an iconic masterwork of mid-century tropical modernism, its dramatic silhouette constructed from tightly bundled rattan poles...
Rattan, Upholstery
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric and wood sofa or loveseat designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric ideally replaced, several minor stains. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Fabric, Wood
$6,880Sale Price / set|50% Off
Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs and curved sofa designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The upholstery has been redone in velvet. The sofa measures cm: W 147 x D 85 x H 87 x S...
Brass
Illum Wikkelso ML90 sofa Mikael Lauersen Denmark 1956
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
ML90 sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Mikael Lauersen in Denmark, 1956. This remarkable piece of Danish modern design embodies the refined balance between sculptur...
Fabric, Oak
American Designer, Large Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved green fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950s. Seat height: 16” Reupholstered in brand new fabric. All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Fabric, Wood
Max Stout Metal and Naugahyde Orange Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Very Rare sofa by North Carolina Blacksmith and furniture designer and maker Max Stout. Sofa is in complete original condition with original cushions (foam) and the original Orange ...
Metal
Edward Wormley, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminum, USA, 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric and aluminum sofa designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric ideally replaced. Overall Dimens...
Aluminum
1950s Danish Sheepskin Sofa by Alfred Christensen
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in London, England
This classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen was designed and produced in the 1950s at his own company: Slagelse Mobelvaerk in Denmark. The sof...
Sheepskin
$48,000 / item
Vladimir Kagan Circular Free-Form Sofa, Model 150BS
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vladimir Kagan Free-Form Sofa- LARGE version, Model 150BS This is the premier sofa from his early Kagan-Dreyfuss period Original frame , upholstery and caster wheels. Large and comfo...
Upholstery
LENZI Sofa '548' from the 1950s Iron and brass legs, fabric covering. Italy.
By Lenzi
Located in Wolfurt, AT
3 Sitzer Sofa Design Lenzi, Studio Tecnico A.P.A. Quarrata- Pistoia, Modell '548' 1950s. Die Polsterung mit blau grauen Samtbezug hat leichte Flecken. Die schwarz lackierten Eisenb...
Brass
American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved black-painted iron and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Size of individual section: 30” H x 63” W x 37.5” D ...
Iron
$18,000 / set
Michael Van Beuren Three Seater Woven Sofa
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bauhaus trained, Mexico City based designer, Michael Van Beuren created highly functional modern pieces inspired by Mexican vernacular styles and materials. This example, c.1950s Mex...
Rattan, Pine
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved oak and green fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 78.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (...
Fabric, Oak
Danish Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan settee or sofa likely designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate to heavy signs of weathering throughout. Center back wrap loose. Overall Dimensions ...
Bamboo, Rattan
Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Svante Skogh
Located in High Point, NC
A green floral-printed fabric and wood sofa, model "Chile" designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Klings, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Minor scuffing on fe...
Fabric, Wood
American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear to wood base consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new green velvet. Overall Dimensions (...
Velvet, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron, Sofa, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A purple fabric and oak lounge sofa or settee designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and produced by Votre Maison, France, 1950s. Fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimen...
Fabric, Oak
Midcentury Italian Large Curved Sofa, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Italian 20th century vintage curved four-seat sofa composed of six splayed polished legs, large wing shaped arms and a statement high back in the style of Ico Parisi. Rare...
Fabric
Guillerme & Chambron, Sofa, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and oak lounge sofa or settee designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and produced by Votre Maison, France, 1950s. Fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensio...
Fabric, Oak
Runar Engblom, Sofa, Fabric, Birch, Finland, 1950s
By Runar Engblom
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and stained birch sofa designed by Runar Engblom, Finland, c. 1950s. Provenance: Hotel Vaakuna, Helsinki. Minor scuffing on feet. Minor fraying of trim. V...
Fabric, Birch
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green-velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Dimensions: 37.5” H x 78” W x 35” D Seat Height: 18”
Velvet, Oak
Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, leather, Scandinavia, 1950s This three-seater sofa beautifully reflects the stylistic traits of Scandinavian Modern Design. The base and backrest are pure and clear in th...
Leather, Oak
Sofa for W & J Sloane, 1950s
By W. & J. Sloane
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A stately and beautifully proportioned sofa, having a tufted and sectioned back with wide and comfortable flattened arms. The cushions are down filled and the fully upholstered sofa ...
Upholstery
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and green fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface scratches to the...
Brass
Englander & Bonta, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brass, Argentina, 1950s
By Englander & Bonta
Located in High Point, NC
A gray beige fabric, wood and brass sofa produced by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, c. 1950s. In fair vintage condition, showing significant wear consistent with age and use. Sun...
Brass
French 1950s Knole-Style Sofa in Brocade Fabric
Located in Zhongzheng Dist., TW
This sofa, crafted in France around the 1950s, is a Knole-style piece distinguished by its classical proportions and refined structure. The high back and tall arms are connected by c...
Fabric, Brocade
Brazilian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic green velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Likely reupholstered in fairly recent history, fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (inches...
Velvet, Wood
Kane Kraft, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Philippines, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan, green fabric and velvet sofa or settee produced by Kane Kraft, Manilla, Philippines, 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with ag...
Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric
$7,125Sale Price|25% Off
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Shaped Back Sofa, Pink Velvet, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hanover, MA
BG SUMMER SALE Paul McCobb shaped back sofa model 3137. Manufactured by Custom Craft, USA. 7” Wood splayed legs. Newly reupholstered in JB Martin pink velvet. Arm height 23.5” Seat...
Upholstery
Modernist Thonet Carved and Bentwood Sofa
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning bentwood three-seat sofa manufactured by Thonet, circa 1950s. Features a super stylish organic curved line bentwood arm frame, brass accent details on the back and upholster...
Upholstery, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A striped red fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Moderate surface scratch...
Brass
Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Jansson, SM Wincrantz 1
Located in High Point, NC
A red grey fabric, wood and brass sofa or settee, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with vis...
Brass
Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Jansson, SM Wincrantz 1
Located in High Point, NC
A blue fabric, wood and brass sofa or settee, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible...
Brass
Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 15” Arm Height (inches): 22" ...
Iron
Osvaldo Borsani "D70" Sofa, Tecno, Italy 1951
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Sofa “Model D70” by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno – newly upholstered with original yellow vintage fabric from Tecno. Designed in 1951 in Italy.
Brass, Steel
American Designer, Sofa, Walnut, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and brown velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Minor imperfections throughout wood frame consistent with normal use. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. ...
Velvet, Walnut
Harvey Probber Mahogany Corner Triangle Sofa Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Extremely versatile well balanced triangular shaped table by Harvey Probber. Original vintage mid-1950's. Ideally suited as a corner console table behind one of his famous angular Nu...
Brass
Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)
By Giulio Minoletti
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking and rare pair of L-shaped sofas attributed to Italian architect and designer Giulio Minoletti. Defined by their low-back profile and sculptural curved edges, these pieces ...
Fabric, Wood
Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Svante Skogh
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral-printed sofa designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.75"H x 52.5"W x 25.0"D Seat Height (in...
Fabric, Wood
Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, dark-stained wood and blue fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s. In vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age...
Iron
Louis Paolozzi, Sofa, Metal, Velvet, France, 1957
By Louis Paolozzi
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and black-lacquered adjustable sofa / daybed designed by Louis Paolozzi and produced by Zol, France, c. 1957. Loss of black paint and oxidation present to metal. Re...
Metal
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
Fabric, Cane, Teak
$4,807Sale Price|44% Off
Restored "Hairpin" Leg Rattan 2-Strand 3-Seat Sofa with Bent Pole Arms
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Paul T. Frankl inspired "Hairpin" leg rattan 2-strand 3-seat sofa with bent pole arms. This sofa features 2-strand rattan side arms and the 2-strand "Hairpin" style legs and...
Rattan
Cerdá, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Spain, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and green velvet sofa produced by Cerdá, Spain, c. 1950s. Cushions reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.75"H x 75.0"W x 29.5"D Seat ...
Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and...
Fabric, Wood
Guglielmo Ulrich Attribution, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in High Point, NC
A silk fabric and dark-stained wood sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (in...
Fabric, Wood
Three-Seater Upholstered Sofa, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the years after the Second World War, Danish designers quietly transformed the language of modern furniture. Moving away from the austerity of early functionalism, they explored a...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral fabric sofa or settee designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Moderate wear to wood consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in distressed condition ideally ...
Fabric, Wood
Luigi Scremin, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Luigi Scremin
Located in High Point, NC
A purple fabric and wood sofa or settee designed and produced by Luigi Scremin, Italy, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in a brand new Lupa Wool Linen from ZAK+FOX. Overall Dimensions (inch...
Fabric, Wood
Johannes Andersen Capri Sofa, Rare Fabric, Trensum, 1958 Designed
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Johannes Andersen “Capri” three-seat sofa, designed circa 1958 for Swedish manufacturer Trensum. The sofa is defined by a long, gently curved back that flows towards outward-sweepin...
Fabric
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 items ship from Hig...
Velvet, Wood
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Carl Malmsten. It was produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden. Thi...
Sheepskin, Beech
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original striped green furniture velour, dark oak wood, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Wear ...
Fabric, Oak
Flemming Lassen, Sofa, Fabric, Birch, Finland, 1952
By Flemming Lassen
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and birch sofa or settee designed by Flemming Lassen and produced by Asko, Finland, c. 1952. Vintage fabric. Reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (i...
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Folke Jansson 'Tellus' Sofa in Blue Upholstery
By Folke Jansson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Jansson, sofa model 'Tellus', fabric, wood, brass, Sweden, 1956. Exquisite sofa designed by the Swedish designer Folke Jansson, featuring graceful lines that captivate the eye...
Brass
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler 'Divina' Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Westbergs Möbler, 'Divina' sofa, fabric, stained beech, Sweden, late 1950s This 'Divina' sofa is designed by Swedish designer Arne Norell. The seat is characterized ...
Fabric, Beech
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and light-grey fabric sofa designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 78.5"W x 27.75"D Seat Height (inches): 16.75" Ar...
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Delicate Italian Sofa in Patterned Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, brass, metal, fabric, Italy, 1950s This sofa was designed in Italy and shows similarities with the designs of Gigi Radice. The sofa is comfortable and has playful details. Th...
Brass, Metal
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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