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1950s Italian Sofa With Matching Stool
1950s Italian Sofa With Matching Stool

1950s Italian Sofa With Matching Stool

Located in London, London

A sculptural 1950s Italian sofa and stool set, upholstered in a vivid Varese yellow velvet by

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

A Pair of 1950s Italian  1950s sofas reupholstered in linen
A Pair of 1950s Italian  1950s sofas reupholstered in linen

A Pair of 1950s Italian 1950s sofas reupholstered in linen

By Federico Munari

Located in Oxford, GB

A Wonderful pair of shapely 1950s Italian sofas. Purchased in Italy and reupholstered in the UK in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Couch Table with Fish Motives,  1950s
Italian Couch Table with Fish Motives,  1950s

Italian Couch Table with Fish Motives, 1950s

Located in Wolfurt, AT

This 1950s Italian sofa table exudes charm with its captivating underwater landscape depicted on

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Style Osvaldo Borsani Italian Sofa Daybed from Italy
Mid-Century Modern Style Osvaldo Borsani Italian Sofa Daybed from Italy

Mid-Century Modern Style Osvaldo Borsani Italian Sofa Daybed from Italy

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a 1950s Italian Sofa-Day Bed manner of architect designer Osvaldo Borsani

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

1950s Italian Gio Ponti Sofa for Hotel Bristol, Murano
1950s Italian Gio Ponti Sofa for Hotel Bristol, Murano

1950s Italian Gio Ponti Sofa for Hotel Bristol, Murano

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Italian Gio Ponti Sofa An exceptional 1950s Italian sofa designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Beech

Italian Sofa Upholstered With Blanck and White Dedar fabrik , 1950s
Italian Sofa Upholstered With Blanck and White Dedar fabrik , 1950s

Italian Sofa Upholstered With Blanck and White Dedar fabrik , 1950s

Located in Ibiza, Spain

This 1950s Italian sofa features a sleek metal frame. Its cotton fabric upholstery, with Dedar's

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

White Italian corner sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, reupholstered
White Italian corner sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, reupholstered

White Italian corner sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, reupholstered

By Gio Ponti

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant 1950s Italian Corner Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti – Sculptural, Reupholstered Masterpiece

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

ISA Bergamo Sculpturally Curved Sofa, Italy 1950's
ISA Bergamo Sculpturally Curved Sofa, Italy 1950's

ISA Bergamo Sculpturally Curved Sofa, Italy 1950's

By ISA Bergamo

Located in North Miami, FL

curves and details demonstrates the elegance and style of Italian furniture in the 1950's. This is a

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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sofas

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Brass

Marigold Marco Zanuso Sofa, Italy 1950's
Marigold Marco Zanuso Sofa, Italy 1950's

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

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet

A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa
A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa

A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa

Located in London, GB

A mid-century Italian rattan and bamboo sofa, beautifully crafted with elegant curves and a warm

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Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

I.S.A. Sofa Set in Original Condition, Italy, 1950s
I.S.A. Sofa Set in Original Condition, Italy, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Aluminum, Brass

1950s Italian Curved Sofa
1950s Italian Curved Sofa

1950s Italian Curved Sofa

Located in London, London

Italian Curved Sofa, 1950s A refined expression of mid-century Italian design, this sculptural two

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's
Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's

Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's

By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti

Located in Den Haag, NL

Extra large black leather cabinet maker Italian sofa 1950's. The sofa was ordered from Italy by

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Italian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A black-lacquered metal and white fabric sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dimensions

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A yellow beige bouclé fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Seat height

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Armchair 1950's
Italian Armchair 1950's

Italian Armchair 1950's

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

This armchair was made in Italy in the estimated 1950s.The simple, clean silhouette is typical of a

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s
Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s

Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

condition, 1950s, Italy. Same era as: Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouve, Pierre Pauline, Serge Mouille

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Mohair, Wood

Midcentury Italian Large Curved Sofa, 1950s
Midcentury Italian Large Curved Sofa, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa

1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Italy Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Wool, Beech

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Italian Wingback Three-Seater Sofa, Italy ca 1950s
Italian Wingback Three-Seater Sofa, Italy ca 1950s

Italian Wingback Three-Seater Sofa, Italy ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This elegant three-seater sofa is a quintessential example of mid-century Italian design. Visually

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Luigi Scremin, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Luigi Scremin, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Marco Zanuso, Sofa, Velvet, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Marco Zanuso, Sofa, Velvet, Brass, Italy, 1950s

Marco Zanuso, Sofa, Velvet, Brass, Italy, 1950s

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in High Point, NC

A curved velvet and brass sofa designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by Arflex, Italy, c. 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Italian White Fabric Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery
Italian White Fabric Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery

Italian White Fabric Sofa, 1950s, New Upholstery

Located in Brussels, BE

Italian white fabric sofa, 1950s - New upholstery European.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's
Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's

Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's

By Federico Munari

Located in Hellouw, NL

reminds us of the works by Federico Munari. An Italian designer who created a furore in the early 1950’s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Federico Munari, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Federico Munari, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s

Federico Munari, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s

By Federico Munari

Located in High Point, NC

, Italy, 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. In untouched original condition in need of full

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1950s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian sofa, White Fabric, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Asymmetrical Sofa Table with Marble Top, Italy, 1950s
Asymmetrical Sofa Table with Marble Top, Italy, 1950s

Asymmetrical Sofa Table with Marble Top, Italy, 1950s

Located in Wolfurt, AT

This sofa table was made in Italy in the 1950s. The heavy marble top has an unusual, asymmetrical

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

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Marble, Iron

Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s
Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s

Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s

By Gigi Radice

Located in Praha, CZ

Rare curved modular sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy, 1950s. This elegant mid

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Sofa Set by Silvio Cavatorta - Italy 1950s
Vintage Sofa Set by Silvio Cavatorta - Italy 1950s

Vintage Sofa Set by Silvio Cavatorta - Italy 1950s

By Silvio Cavatorta

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage Sofa Set realized by Silvio Cavatorta in the Mid-20th century. Top rare an impressive

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas

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Wood, Fabric, Rosewood

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

In the 1950s, Italian design took a crucial turn from the technical, formal and artistic point of

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Maurizio Tempestini, Unique Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Maurizio Tempestini, Unique Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Maurizio Tempestini, Unique Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

for Hotel Croce di Malta in Montecatini Terme, Italy, 1950s. Dimensions: 31.5” H x 79” W x 63” D

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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Italy 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Italy 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This Italian sofa from the 1950s exudes timeless charm and elegance. Cloaked in rich red velvet

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s
Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s

Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

Ponti, 1950s. Comfort demands curved lines, and this Italian sofa perfectly meets the needs of the

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa with Metal Legs, Italy 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa with Metal Legs, Italy 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa with Metal Legs, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

, this individualistic sofa reflects the mid-century Italian furniture style that was defined by unique

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored
1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in Velvet fabric - Sturdy and stable

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s
Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

By Studio BBPR, Augusto Romano

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s. Requires reupholstery. We can

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

20th Century Italian Design Red Sofa, 1950s
20th Century Italian Design Red Sofa, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Marco Zanuso "IX Triennale" Sofa for Arflex, Italy 1950s
Marco Zanuso "IX Triennale" Sofa for Arflex, Italy 1950s

Marco Zanuso "IX Triennale" Sofa for Arflex, Italy 1950s

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Utrecht, NL

of functionality, Italian elegance, and comfort. The IX Triennale Sofa embodies these ideals with its

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Osvaldo Borsani Attribution, Heart Sofa, Italian Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani Attribution, Heart Sofa, Italian Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani Attribution, Heart Sofa, Italian Mid-Century Modern, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Manhasset, NY

Osvaldo Borsani Attribution, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Heart Shape Sofa or Settee, White Boucle

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Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Curved Sofa by Gigi Radice, 1950s - A Timeless Italian Masterpiece
Curved Sofa by Gigi Radice, 1950s - A Timeless Italian Masterpiece

Curved Sofa by Gigi Radice, 1950s - A Timeless Italian Masterpiece

Located in Manzano, IT

Curved Sofa by Gigi Radice, 1950s – A Timeless Italian Masterpiece Introduce Italian mid-century

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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

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Brass

Sculptural Oak Lounge Sofa by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, the 1950s
Sculptural Oak Lounge Sofa by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, the 1950s

Sculptural Oak Lounge Sofa by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, the 1950s

By Guglielmo Pecorini

Located in Almelo, NL

Sculptural oak Lounge Sofa by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, the 1950s This describes a midcentury

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Linen, Oak

Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s
Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s

Mid-Century Italian Sofa by ISA Bergamo, c.1950s

By ISA Bergamo

Located in London, GB

A grey mid-century modern design sofa by ISA Bergamo designed c.1950s. The sofa is upholstered in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s
Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s

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

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

1950s Italian Curved "Banana" 3-Seater Sofa
1950s Italian Curved "Banana" 3-Seater Sofa

1950s Italian Curved "Banana" 3-Seater Sofa

Located in Praha, CZ

- good/very good original condition - The upholstery has bee replaced few years ago and its in good/very good condition - can be used immediately

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Italian 1950s 'Perla' Sofa by Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo
Italian 1950s 'Perla' Sofa by Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo

Italian 1950s 'Perla' Sofa by Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo

By ISA Bergamo

Located in London, Charterhouse Square

Beautifully shaped 1950s Italian 'Perla' sofa designed by Giulia Veronesi for ISA Bergamo

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Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

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Mohair

Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s
Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s

Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Curved sofa from the 1950s, Italian production. Original upholstery of the time, we recommend

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Italy, Ca 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Italy, Ca 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Italy, Ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

highest quality, and of course the revered Italian craftsmanship. With its curved arms and back, this sofa

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

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1950s Italian Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s Italian sofa you’re looking for. A 1950s Italian sofa — often made from fabric, metal and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1950s Italian sofa, we have 933 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s Italian sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1950s Italian sofa, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1950s Italian sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Marco Zanuso, Gigi Radice and Osvaldo Borsani produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1950s Italian Sofa?

The average selling price for a 1950s Italian sofa at 1stDibs is $5,430, while they’re typically $356 on the low end and $134,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.

Questions About 1950s Italian Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.