Swedish Modern Sofa with Cherry Wood Legs, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
solid wood, finished with attention to detail and care for the aesthetic dimension as well, this sofa
Wood, Fabric
1950s Sofa with Houndstooth Upholstery
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
This wonderful sofa has a design reminiscent of Edward Wormley's work for Dunbar, and a quality
Upholstery, Wood
$11,000
H 32.49 in W 80.12 in D 36.23 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Italy, Ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, but as this sofa demonstrates, they eventually found the recipe for the perfect result. Like their
Fabric, Wood
$17,500 / set
H 30.32 in W 70.08 in D 34.85 in
Pair of Velour Two-Seater Sofas with Solid Wood Legs, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The designer of this sofa pair evidently attached great and equal importance to form and function
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
postwar period, Scandinavian designers still valued craft over industrialisation. This sculptural sofa is
Sheepskin, Wood
$4,800
H 30 in W 64.5 in D 30 in
Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt
Wool, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Sofa with Sculptural Legs, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
process, Scandinavian designers still valued craft over industrialization. This sculptural sofa is a
Fabric, Wood
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
Brass
Swedish Sofa & chair with curved Back, circa 1940s–1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of Scandinavian modernism of the 1940s–1950s. Raised on tapered wooden legs, the sofa maintains a
Fabric, Wood
$9,950
H 33.86 in W 101.97 in D 32.68 in
European Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Sofa with Bouclé Cushions, Europe circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
texture of the wood and its pattern as well. This three-seater sofa was evidently constructed with
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
$7,900
H 28.75 in W 83.47 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Wooden Cross Legs, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
and classic shapes. This streamlined three-seater sofa not only possesses all these visual qualities
Fabric, Wood
$6,578
H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
A lovely shaped orignal Italian 1950s two seater sofa with curved back
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A lovely shaped orignal Italian 1950s two seater sofa with curved back on brass and wood feet
Brass
$2,272
H 17.72 in W 31.89 in D 16.93 in
Italian Dark Sofa Table with Colorful Hand Painted Motives on Table Top, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This sofa table was designed in the 1950s. The table frame is made of lacquered iron and brass, the
Metal, Brass
1950s Jacaranda Sofa
Located in London, GB
1950's Brazilian jacaranda wood sofa with brass tips and upholstered in a soft grey fabric.
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 51.19 in D 37.41 in
Midcentury Italian Velvet Sofa with Brass Feet Manufactured by ISA in 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Milano, IT
Sculptural and stylish Italian midcentury two seats sofa produced By ISA circa 1950s with its
Brass
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 57 in D 28 in
Curved ITSO Federico Munari Settee in Wood with Orange Upholstery, Italy 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1950's. A charming curved sofa in the style of Federico Munari, with a comfortable, high
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Italian Three Seats Sofa
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Three seats 1950s stylish sofa with sinous solid sculptured wood structure. Newly upholstered with
Fabric
Unavailable
H 17.33 in W 70.87 in D 37.41 in
1950s Boomerang Style Black Wooden Base with Beige Bouclé Fabric Curved Seat
Located in Tourcoing, FR
seat: Trendy and practical, you can use it as a sofa or a daybed. It will be perfect as a bench or
Fabric, Wood
1950's Sofa With New Turquoise Upholstery
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern sofa with a rolled arm and wooden legs newly upholstered in a deep turquoise
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 75 in W 142 in D 60 in
Italian 1950's 2 Seater Sofa, Reupholstered in White Velvet with Boucle Seat
Located in London, GB
Italian two seat sofa, 1950s, reupholstered in white velvet and off white boucle for the seat
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 33.86 in W 72.84 in L 33.86 in
High-Quality Olive Green Velvet Sofa with Ebonized Wood Feet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
It features ebonized wood feet and it is upholstered in velvet. It may show slight traces of use
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 63 in D 28.15 in
European Upholstered Two-Seater Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The European perspective on cabinetmaking is exceptional, and wood is omnipresent in mid-century
Fabric, Wood
Edward Wormley Elegant Sofa with Mahogany Legs, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Elegant sofa with four back pillows and conical mahogany legs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Mahogany
Sold
H 30.71 in W 54.34 in D 24.41 in
Danish Upholstered Two-Seater Sofa with Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This Danish-made freestanding sofa is characterized by the best qualities of Danish mid-century
Wool, Linen, Wood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 59.06 in D 33.47 in
Italian Mid-Century Black Leather Sofa with Armrests and Wooden Legs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century black leather sofa with armrests and wooden legs, 1950s Sofa in black leather
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 31.5 in
Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Tufted Buttons, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed in the halcyon phase of what we know today as mid-century modern, this charming sofa is a
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 82.29 in D 38.39 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Sofa with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the peak of Danish Mid-Century Modern design
Bouclé, Wood, Beech
Sold
H 35.83 in W 60.63 in D 37.01 in
Guillerme et Chambron "Grand Repos" Sofa with Two Round Cushions, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This oaken “Grand Repos” sofa deserve its title of iconic, both in terms of quality and design
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in
Restored Curved 1950s sofa with sculptural legs in the manner of Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Berlin, DE
Curved 1950s sofa with sculptural legs in the manner of Vladimir Kagan. Purchased from the original
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 58.27 in L 33.47 in
Italian Midcentury Sofa or Settee with Brass and Lilac Pink Velvet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent sofa or loveseat made in Italy during the 1950s in the typical Italian midcentury
Brass
Sold
H 32 in W 93 in D 93 in
Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa in Black Leather with Mahogany Legs 1950s 'signed'
By Harvey Probber
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Harvey Probber, American 1950's (signed with original label “furniture design by HARVEY PROBBER”). This
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Sold
H 33.08 in W 55.12 in D 24.81 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with new Black Velvet 1950s Canapes Wooden Legs
Located in Rome, IT
Italian modern sofa' with new black cotton velvet upholstery Wooden black lacquered legs
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 16 in W 48 in D 24 in
Italian 1950s Two-Tier Kidney Shape Glass Sofa Table with Art Deco Style Legs
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This typical midcentury sofa table features two kidney shape tiers, the top tier of clear tempered
Brass
Sold
H 23.63 in W 45.28 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Danish 1950s Beech Wood Coffee Table with Patinated Leather and Brass
Located in Lejre, DK
This coffee table from the 1950s is crafted from beech wood with a beautifully patinated leather
Leather
Sold
H 36 in W 83.25 in D 33.75 in
Italian Brown Mohair Chaise with Wood Base Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Chicago, IL
Buffa, was produced in the 1950s. The structure is entirely made of fine light solid wood, supported by
Mohair, Wood
WHITE LEATHER SOFA
Located in New York, NY
1950'S WHITE LEATHER SOFA WITH EBONISED WOOD
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Set of 4 1950s Armchairs with Corner Element in Striped Fabric - Mid-Century El
Located in Manzano, IT
Set of 4 1950s Armchairs with Corner Element in Striped Fabric – Mid-Century Elegance Add a touch
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 34.26 in W 55.12 in D 30.71 in
Hollywood Regency Style Red Pink Velvet Love Seat Sofa with Fringe, 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
/ pink, made in Belgium 1950's. In the style of the 1920's / 30's boudoir sofa seats. Curved back and
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 69.3 in W 33.08 in D 29.93 in
Set of Two Green Fabric and Wood 1950s Perla Armchairs with Sofa by G. Veronesi
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This living room set is composed by 2 "Perla" armchairs and 1 related sofa. They are made from
Fabric, Wood
Two-Tone Italian Sofa Set from the 1950s with New Upholstery
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Italian sofa set from the 1950s consisting of a two-seat sofa and two armchairs. New upholstery
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 30.75 in W 91.5 in D 34.5 in
1950s Louis XV Style Mohair Newly Upholstered Sofa with Scalloped Wood Apron
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Louis XV style mohair newly upholstered sofa with scalloped wood apron Offered for sale is
Mohair, Velvet, Wood
Unique Fabric Sofa with Wooden Legs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
It has wooden legs and its padding is upholstered in fabric, which has been recently changed. In excellent condition.
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 41.34 in W 112.21 in D 63 in
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs attribute Cesare Lacca, Italy 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs attribute Cesare Lacca, Italy 1950s Large curved sofa
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 35.83 in W 108.86 in D 51.97 in
Large Curved Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Utrecht, NL
attention to the outline of the sofa. The large body is supported by four sets of solid wood, tapered legs
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 35.83 in W 60.63 in D 37.01 in
Guillerme et Chambron "Grand Repos" Sofa with Three Round Cushions, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This oaken “Grand Repos” sofa deserve its title of iconic, both in terms of quality and design
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
4-Seat Sofa with Floral Fabric by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare 4-seat sofa with floral fabric by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, 1950s in good vintage
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 37.41 in W 90.56 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa with Brass Feet by Gio Ponti for ISA, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Bochum, NRW
Stylish Mid-Century Modern three seats Italian Green velvet sofa with brass feet. Designed by Gio
Brass
Sold
H 24.41 in W 104.34 in D 27.56 in
Sofa with integrated tabletop by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for forma, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa with integrated tabletop by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler for forma, 1950s Carlo Hauner was an
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 77 in D 30 in
1950s Russel Wright for Conant Ball Sofa Mid-Century Modern with Wooden Arms
By Russel Wright
Located in Monrovia, CA
-Century Modern 1950s Russel Wright Sofa for Conant Ball Is In Excellent Vintage Condition. Original
Wood
Sold
H 36.62 in W 79.93 in D 42.52 in
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Settee with Connecting Table, France 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
shows, well-crafted structures, polished wood and thick cushions created the now world-famous reputation
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 66.15 in D 31.11 in
1950s Danish White Boucle with Cherrywood Sculptural Arms & Brass Sofa Couch
Located in London, England
1950s vintage Danish sofa recently reupholstered in white boucle fabric with sculptured Cherrywood
Brass
Sold
H 30.71 in W 58.27 in D 30.71 in
Italian Mid-century Sofa Reupholstered with Petrol Velvet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent petrol blue Italian sofa or settee original from the 1950s. Equipped with the original
Brass
Edward Wormley Sofa with Brass Legs for Dunbar c.1950's
Located in Easton, PA
Early classic Edward Wormley sofa with brass legs for Dunbar c.1950's. Needs to be re-upholstered
Steel, Brass
Chic 1950s Sofa with Folding Mechanism
Located in Karlsruhe, DE
Chic three-seat sofa from the 1950s. Nicely shaped solid wood armrests with light wooden bars. In
Wood
1950s Sofa with Bast Covering
Located in Karlsruhe, DE
1950s sofa with shapely solid wood frame. The frame is covered with flawless bast. The barrel-arbor
Cherry
Italian Midcentury Sofa with Brass Legs, 1950s
Located in Savona, IT
Italian manufacture sofa produced in the 1950s. Wooden structure padded and lined with new blue
Brass
Custom Order Robsjohn-Gibbings Sofa with Brass Legs, circa 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Custom order Robsjohn Gibbings sofa with brass legs, circa 1950s, reupholstered in 100% Belgian
Linen, Wood
Sold
H 35.44 in W 125.99 in D 63 in
Spectacular Monumental Sofa Manufactured by ISA with Original Silk Fabric, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Milano, IT
Unique example of this large curved sofa with original silk cover manufactured by ISA in 1950
Brass
Sold
H 90 in W 270 in D 140 in
Italian Midcentury Large Curved Sofa, Grey Velvet with Brass Feet, Milano, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Milano, IT
Fine large curved sofa upolstered with dark grey cotton velvet. The elegant shape is enriched by
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Amazing Mid-Century Daybed Sofa by Fred Ruf 1950s with Teddy Bear Fur Upholstery
By Wohnbedarf, Fred Ruf, Dieter Waeckerlin
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful Swiss made daybed by Fred Ruf, designed in 1951 for Wohnbedarf AG Switzerland. Frame in black, solid teak and chrome with patina. Very cool upholstery in teddy bear fur wi...
Metal
$6,340
H 21.66 in W 34.85 in D 77.56 in
Daybed with Mahogany Frame in the Manner of Charlotte Perriand, France 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
French daybed from the 1950s, defined by a clear, architectural mahogany frame and a refined sense of proportion. Newly upholstered, the piece reflects the postwar French approach to...
Metal
$5,024 / set
H 35.44 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Coppia di Poltrone Gigi Radice Minotti tessuto Trama verde Giallo Mid-century
By Gigi Radice
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Coppia di Poltrone Gigi Radice Minotti tessuto Trama verde Giallo Mid-century
Brass
Set of 8 Fine French 1930s Armchairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of eight fine French Art Deco solid cherry wood bridge armchairs with bronze sabots. Price is for a set of 8 chairs only (not 12 as mentioned in "Sold As")
Bronze
$11,484 / set
H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 30.32 in
Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, Pair of ''Lady'' Armchairs in Blue Cotton Velvet
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An exquisite pair of Lady lounge chairs, originally designed by the renowned Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy in 1951. These remarkable chairs have undergone meticulous reupholstering,...
Metal
$3,408 / item
H 31 in W 72 in D 31 in
Madison Slip Covered Ticking Stripe Linen Sofa with Scallop Skirt Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Madison Slip Covered Sofa Our sofa has been designed with a linen slip cover in a flax with ecorcé (bark/brown) ticking stripe. The fabric is designed and made specially for us! The ...
Linen, Foam, Wood
Art Deco Style Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Art Deco Style Bench, a bold statement with a handsome tight back design featuring curved corners set upon a reeded carved frame and tapered legs. Dimensions: 55" W x 20" D x 24" H ...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, mahogany, mirrored glass, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s This charming cabinet stands out with its graphical door panels, featuring carved horizontal lines that add character ...
Brass
$269 / item
H 9.45 in W 14.18 in D 0.79 in
21st Century ‘Greek Coupe’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
By Inhee Ma
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Coupe’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradi...
Clay, Stoneware
Large Bamboo Pair of Table Lamps with Brass Bases
Located in New York, NY
large bamboo pair of table lamps with brass bases. Beautiful and chic table lamps. Lovely brass bases and bamboo tops held by brass top.
Brass
$5,900 / set
H 25 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Modern Murano Glass Sconces, Hand-Blown Smoked Glass & Brass Frame
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Murano glass paneled sconces; each crafted with three curved panels of hand-blown smoked glass on a brass frame. We love the modern style and hand-crafted quality of these sc...
Brass
Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Bantam, CT
Elegant sloped arm sofa, comfortable proportions. Sofa was reupholstered in a Maharam wool tweed. Shows minor wear, general good condition.
Fabric, Wool, Oak
$1,650
H 19 in W 28 in D 15 in
1950s Mid-Century Italian Modern Ico Parisi Style Sculptural Side Table
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Ico Parisi
Located in Forney, TX
An original mid-century modern side table, in the manner of legendary Italian modernist architect and designer Ico Parisi (1916-1996) Italy, circa 1950s, having a rectangular inset ...
Glass, Softwood
$33,000
H 102.76 in W 130.71 in D 13 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Architectural Library in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library wall-unit, walnut, Italy, 1960s Rooted in Italy’s mid-century design tradition, this substantial bookcase highlights the makers architectural sensibility and refined taste f...
Walnut
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, black and cream-white lacquered metal table lamp likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to brass Light loss of black lacquer to me...
Metal, Brass
$3,397Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.85 in W 33.86 in D 1.97 in
Antique 19th Century Gold Leaf Gilt French Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Casteren, NL
This beautiful and tall antique French mirror is completely gold leaf gilt and is made in Louis Philippe style with it's typical rounded upper corners. The mirror frame has a classic...
Gold Leaf
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.625” H x 22” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H x 5” W x 5” D S...
Brass
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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