$14,367 / set
Pair of Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Cirkus Lounge Chair, 1950s The Cirkus Chair by Carl Malmsten was designed in the early 1950s and has become one of his most well-loved and distinctive designs from h...
Wool, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut
Art Deco round table, Poland, 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco style table from the mid-20th century. Minimalist design will work perfectly in contemporary interiors. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. The...
Walnut
Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century American Modern Upholstered Sectional Sofa
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Queens, NY
American Modern (1950s) upholstered beige sectional sofa. (FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT FOR HERITAGE HENRENDON) Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Fabric
Guglielmo Veronesi, Settee, Bouclé, Brass, ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in High Point, NC
An organic settee / two-seat sofa, designed by Guglielmo Veronesi, produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s.
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Style, Teak, Leatherette, Settee, Denmark, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Stamford, CT
Wegner Style, Teak, Leatherette, Settee, Denmark, 1950s A unique settee or bench in the style of Hans Wegner's very rare model JH-555 sofa for Johannes Hansen in Denmark in the late...
Faux Leather, Teak
1950s Low Table: Elegance with Bronze Figures
Located in Madrid, ES
Relive the timeless elegance of the 1950s with this refined low table, featuring two bronze figures gracefully supporting the glass top. In excellent condition, this table with dimen...
Bronze
Guglielmo Veronesi, Settee, Bouclé Fabric, Brass, ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in High Point, NC
An organic settee / two-seat sofa, designed by Guglielmo Veronesi, produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s.
Brass
Severin Hansen Teak Sofatable from the 1950s
By Severin Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An exquisite midcentury masterpiece: a teak coffee table designed by Severin Hansen and expertly crafted by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, circa 1955. This stunning piece stands on elegant ta...
Teak
Mid-century coffee table in enamelled copper, 1950s
Located in Parma, IT
Coffee table made in Italy in the 1950s. Enamelled copper top hand-decorated with informal motif, wooden edge, painted metal structure with adjustable feet and brass details, wooden ...
Metal, Brass, Copper
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Tavolino "T9," Italy 1950s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Naples, IT
Side Table Mod. T9 in wood covered in green fabric and brass with casters designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1950s
Metal
Divano Curvo Cesare Lacca 1950s piedi a cono in legno Mid-century
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sofà Italiano Cesare Lacca curvo Italia 1950s piedi in legno.
Velvet
ISA Bergamo, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bronze, Camel Mohair, Settee, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Stamford, CT
ISA Bergamo, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bronze, Camel Mohair, Settee, 1950s Modernist sofa designed and produced by ISA Bergamo in the middle of the 20th century.
Brass
1950s Immaculate Yellow Boucle Style Quilted Serpentine Curved Modular Sectional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1950s with this exquisite modular, luxurious yellow, boucle style upholstery sectional sofa.
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric - sturdy and stable.
Fabric, Wood
Rare Find! Green Aldo Tura Lounge Table on Tulip Base, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Tura, Aldo Tura
Located in Cork, IE
Check our shop for wide range of Aldo Tura designs! This lounge table in turquoise on a brown tulip foot base by the renowned Italian designer Aldo Tura is a 1950s mid-century mod...
Goatskin, Wood
1950s Pair of Swedish Three Legged Stools by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of low three-legged stools, designed by Uno & Osten Kristiansson for Luxus of Sweden in the 1950s. The listed price includes the pair of stools as shown. Their design ...
Leather, Foam, Teak
$2,644Sale Price|20% Off
Coffee Table Model FD 515 By Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen From 1950s
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Coffee table, model FD 515, designed by Peter Hvidt 1916-1986 & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 1907-1993 made in teak wood from 1956. The coffee table is fitted with a wicker newspaper shelf ...
Teak
2-Seat Sofa Model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Almelo, NL
2-Seat Sofa Model 115 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1950s This elegant 2-seat sofa, Model 115, was designed in the 1950s by Theo Ruth for Artifort, one of the most innova...
Upholstery, Beech
Harvey Probber Deep Tufted Sectional from the Nuclear Sert Series Early 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
This two-piece Harvey Probber Nuclear Sert sectional sofa is one of his earliest designs and was fabricated in the early 1950s.
Upholstery, Wood
Restored Boutique-made "Big Pappa" 12 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sectional Sof
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This 1950s Mid-century sofa was fashioned after the design made famous by Paul Frankl in the 1930s and was at its most popular in the 1950s.
Rattan
1950's Art Deco Channel Tufted Loveseat Sofa
By Preview
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury loveseat couch for sale. It was professionally reupholstered in new fabric and foam, and looks great.
Fabric, Wood
Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super elegant sofa by Ole Wanscher for Cabinet maker A.J. Iversen ca. mid 1950's.
Wool, Teak
Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super elegant sofa by Ole Wanscher for Cabinet maker A.J. Iversen ca. mid 1950's.
Wool, Teak
Corner Sofa Blond Wood and Fabric, Italy, 1950's
By Ico Parisi
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Corner sofa in blond wood and fabric,, Italy, 1950's What stands out most in this low corner bench are the recesses in the framework and the 9 straight, tapered, squared stiletto le...
Fabric, Wood
$47,800Sale Price|25% Off
Important Double Dresser by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We have the matching nightstands as can be seen in the photos, in additional we have a full suite of other 1950s Vladimir Kagan designs which compliments the dresser and nightstands,...
Walnut
Minimalist Oak Sofa/Daybed by Borge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid oak frame platform with two tapered plinth legs and a vertical slatted back. The back is attached to the base with dowels across the platform and secured by black steel brace...
Wood
Mid Century Bentwood Bamboo Style Loveseat Sofa by Heywood Wakefield c. 1950's
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Voguish two section loveseat with a bentwood faux bamboo frame , and original turquoise vinyl upholstered cushions. This chic sofa is in good, original condition, the wood finish s...
Upholstery, Bentwood
Swedish Sheepskin Sofa, 1950s
By Sten Wicén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Reupholstered in white sheepskin from Skandilock. Produced by Sten Wicéns Möbelfabrik, Sweden, 1950s. Pair of matching easy chairs of the same model is also available. Excellent c...
Sheepskin
Italian 1950's Scalloped Shaped Channeled Velvet Settee or Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A decadently designed Italian 1950's settee with a scalloped or petal shaped form and luxuriously upholstered channeled back tufting. The settee has been fully restored and newly reu...
Brass
$2,360
Italian Sofa Bed, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian sofa bed was designed in the 1950s. The shapes lend elegance and modernity to the otherwise quite minimalist design.
Iron
2 Seater Sofa, scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This is a 2-seater sofa made in Sweden in the 1950s. A sofa with a simple Scandinavian design that allows you to feel the warmth of oak.
Fabric, Oak
French Modernist Living Room Sofa Set In White Leather, 1950's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Introducing an impressive French modernist living room set from the 1950s, featuring a versatile three-seater sofa that converts into a day bed, accompanied by two lounge chairs.
Leather, Pine
1950s Yellow "Sculptura" Collection Sofa by Russell Woodard
Located in Turners Falls, MA
This organically shaped wire mesh sofa is from the iconic mid century classic collection that was designed by Woodard in the 1950's.
Wire
$5,500 / set
1950s Wrought Iron Curved Sofa Garden Set
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Wrought Iron outdoor set. Leaf and vine pattern.
Wrought Iron
Red Mohair Sofa and Convertible Daybed, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dramatic mid-century red mohair sofa that converts to a daybed in a great size. Asymmetric with dog-bone shape, a popular style in the 1950s.
Mohair, Wood
Vintage Sofa Set by Saporiti, Italy 1950s
By Saporiti
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa Set by Saporiti, Italy 1950s. Original upholster, very rare to find in the set armchairs + sofa.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Italian Sofa Original from the 1950s
Located in North Miami, FL
This magnificent Italian midcentury sofa original from the 1950s. Equipped with the original stiletto brass feet, which have been polished to shine again.
Brass
Louis XVI Red Velvet Hall Sofa 1950s France
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice elegant Louis XVI style small hall Sofa . Creme Color Craquele Wood ,comes with Gold Color details . Upholstery in Red Velvet .in very good condition . Also called Teleph...
Velvet
$5,476Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Danish 2-Seater Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Praha, CZ
Refined 2-seater Danish sofa designed by Frits Henningsen in the 1950s, featuring a sturdy wooden base and frame with period fabric upholstery.
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery
Square 1950s Wicker Sofa Table
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Square 1950s wicker sofa table with 4 black lacquered metal legs.
Iron
1950s Free Shape Italian Sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Italian work about 1950s-1960s fully restored. Perfect condition.
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Beverly Hills Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This iconic mid-century sofa from the prestigious Beverly Hills Rattan company is a masterclass in 1950s tropical modernism.
Fabric, Rattan
Italian Modern Two Seat Sofa, c. 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning two seat settee features sculpted hardwood arms with sleek and delicate legs. Unique vintage fabric adds to the mid-century appeal of this elegant Italian love seat. Ma...
Upholstery
$7,271Sale Price|20% Off
Reupholstered in Bouclé Theo Ruth “115” Sofa for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Renens, CH
Reupholstered 115 sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort (The Netherlands).
Metal
$45,444 / set
Huge Sofa Set by Norman Bel Geddes, 1950s, USA
By Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Extremely rare huge sofa set by Norman Bel Geddes from the 1950s. We have the set from the possession of a US soldier stationed in Germany or Roth after the 2nd World War.
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Walter Lamb Bronze Three-Seater Sofa for Brown Jordan, 1950s
By Brown Jordan, Walter Lamb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze three seater sofa by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The sofa has a beautiful curved construction in tubular bronze with a patinated verdigris finish. The sofa has two rounded s...
Bronze
Pierre Jeanneret X-Leg Sofa in Cowhide, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning teak sofa fully reupholstered in beige cowhide designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigargh. Rectangular seat resting on two compass type side legs. New cushions. Sofas were...
Cane, Teak, Cowhide
Sofa Corner tables by Mathieu Matégot - 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
A magnificent set of sofa corner tables designed by Mathieu Matégot in the 1950s.
Metal
Daybed - Sofa by DOMUS KG, Schwaikheim, 1950s
By Domus
Located in Halle, DE
Domus KG sofa bed from the 50s. Great constructive design that shows the design visions and innovative power of the economic miracle years. By means of a simple yet ingenious mechani...
Fabric, Beech
Vintage Salterini Cherry Blossom Wrought Iron Garden Sofa Garden Set, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of 1950s-1960s legendary and high end Salterini wrought Iron garden furniture in rare pattern Cherry Blossom.
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Minimalist Couch Side Table by Florence Knoll, 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist coffee table from Knoll International based on a design by Florence Knoll from the 1950s.Pure simplicity and minimalism. … Read more Minimalist coffee table from Knoll Int...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Sofa Table Coffee Table, 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Organic vintage coffee table or sofa table from wood with stunning motifs designed and manufactured in Austria 1950s.
Wood
Mid-Century Minimalist Teak Couch Side Table by Florence Knoll, 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist coffee table from Knoll International based on a design by Florence Knoll from the 1950s. Pure simplicity and minimalism. The design uses the simplest materials to create...
Metal
$1,641Sale Price|40% Off
Original 1950s Danish 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed
Located in Markington, GB
1950s Danish 3-seat sofa or daybed Lovely 1950s part wood framed sofa in very good condition, it has blanket storage underneath and folds down into a very useful daybed Measure...
Fabric, Teak
$1,770Sale Price|21% Off
Italian Sofa Table on Three Wooden Legs, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This elegant sofa table was made in Italy in the 1950s. The round glass top is supported by three, beautifully worked beech wood legs.
Brass, Metal
English Oak Jacobean Style Console, Sofa Table, Ca. 1950s
Located in Viterbo, VT
Console table hand-made in England in the Jacobean style in the mid 1900s using oak. The table features two inset drawers decorated with geometrical molding , as typical of the style...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Side Table or Sofa Table, 1950s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
A Mid-Century Modern wicker rattan side table or sofa table, which was designed and manufactured in Austria, 1950s.
Metal
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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