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Mid-Century Modern Papillon Sofa by Giovannetti, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Papillon Sofa by Giovannetti, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Papillon Sofa by Giovannetti, Italy, 1970s

By Giovanetti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Papillon Sofa by Giovannetti, Italy, 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Modular Sofa, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery Dimensions for 1 element :80 cm w x 85 cm d x 73 cm h 37 cm sh

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa. Original red/burgundy furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat cushions. Original very good condition: no smells, no stain...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Antwerp, BE

DS47 two-seater sofa, a masterpiece crafted by De Sede in Switzerland in 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Le Bambole Sofa, Mario Bellini
Le Bambole Sofa, Mario Bellini

Le Bambole Sofa, Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini

Located in Los angeles, CA

Le Bambole Sofa

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Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970
Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Almelo, NL

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa/ Five Seats, Italy 1970s Looking for a grand and comfortable sofa that can accommodate your entire family? Look no further than the "Ama...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970
Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Almelo, NL

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa/ Four Seats, Italy 1970s Looking for a grand and comfortable sofa that can accommodate your entire family? Look no further than the "A...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Cado-
Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Cado-

Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Cado-

By Cado

Located in Madrid, España

Three-seater sofa with teak frame and brown leather upholstery - Arne Vodder - Cado - c. 1970 - Denmark Dimensions: 77 x 200 x 80 cm

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Vintage 1970s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, A large sofa, "Soriana", Cassina, 1970s
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, A large sofa, "Soriana", Cassina, 1970s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, A large sofa, "Soriana", Cassina, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Paris, FR

Many collaborations followed with the most prominent companies such as B&B Italia, for whom they made the Coronado sofa, or Cassina who produced the Soriana. This model earned them t...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Three-Seat Leather Sofas in Original Leather, by Mogens Hansen
Three-Seat Leather Sofas in Original Leather, by Mogens Hansen

Three-Seat Leather Sofas in Original Leather, by Mogens Hansen

By Mogens Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This refined three-seat sofas by Mogens Hansen exemplifies the brand’s commitment to understated elegance, comfort, and enduring craftsmanship. Upholstered in original cognac-toned l...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa
1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa

1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Duxbury, MA

Rare three-seat sofa in dark stained oak, featuring sculpted bun-from handrests, vase-and block legs and a slatted back.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Other Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s
Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s

Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s

Located in Aachen, NW

This timeless iconic sofa was made in the 1970s in Italy in the manner of Poltrona Frau or De Sede. The sofa is upholstered in an amazing super smooth Mid Brown leather. The cushi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina- New Upholstery

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1970s Danish Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa
1970s Danish Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa

1970s Danish Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa

Located in Praha, CZ

Good original condition with minor signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Vintage De Sede DS-600 Snake Sofas in Leather
Pair of Vintage De Sede DS-600 Snake Sofas in Leather

Pair of Vintage De Sede DS-600 Snake Sofas in Leather

By De Sede

Located in London, GB

An exceptionally stylish, rare and highly sought after pair of vintage De Sede DS-600 snake sofas in leather. They were made in Switzerland by De-Sede in the 1970-80’s.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Danish Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa
1970s Danish Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa

1970s Danish Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa

Located in Praha, CZ

- good/very good condition with minor signs of use - sturdy and stable.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Modern  Metal Sofa by Formanova
Mid Century Modern  Metal Sofa by Formanova

Mid Century Modern Metal Sofa by Formanova

By Formanova

Located in London, GB

Sculptural sofa by Formanova with polished steel base. Label to back. Reupholstered.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1970s Modular Lounge Sofa by Giuseppe Munari for Poltronova
1970s Modular Lounge Sofa by Giuseppe Munari for Poltronova

1970s Modular Lounge Sofa by Giuseppe Munari for Poltronova

Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE

Giuseppe Munari for Poltronona – Modular Lounge Sofa, Italy, 1970s Velvet, leather, fabric, chrome-plated steel – The refined modular icon Step into the quietly confident world of 1...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen three seat sofa, original nature leather.
Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen three seat sofa, original nature leather.

Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen three seat sofa, original nature leather.

By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen three seat sofa in original patinated nature leather. Legs of oak. Model Slotsholm

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa

Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa

By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Brazilian Rosewood, New Italian Full-Grain Leather, New Goose Down Feather ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture i...

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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood, Feathers

Italian Modular Sofa By Claudio Vagnoni, Five-Seat Configuration, 1970s
Italian Modular Sofa By Claudio Vagnoni, Five-Seat Configuration, 1970s

Italian Modular Sofa By Claudio Vagnoni, Five-Seat Configuration, 1970s

By Claudio Vagnoni

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This sculptural modular sofa by Claudio Vagnoni, from Italy dates to the 1970s and reflects the decade’s expressive approach to comfort and form. Composed of five individual sections...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Italian Sofas, Arabesque Design, Fabric & Plastic, 1970s
Vintage Italian Sofas, Arabesque Design, Fabric & Plastic, 1970s

Vintage Italian Sofas, Arabesque Design, Fabric & Plastic, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Amazing pair of sofas designed in the 1970s, fine Italian manufacture. The sofas are very special, in fact they have an incredibly charming arabesque shape. The shape is flared dow...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Dallas, TX

Four seat sofa model 'DS-40' by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. The De Sede DS-40 four-seat sofa is a vintage classic from the 1970s, highly regarded for its exceptional comfort, qual...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa
Guillerme et Chambron Sofa

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in London, GB

A solid oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron in the 1970s. The sofa features the duo’s signature bold design and has been newly reupholstered in wool fabric, combining durabili...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Italian Okay 2-seater sofa designed by Adriano Piazzesi
Italian Okay 2-seater sofa designed by Adriano Piazzesi

Italian Okay 2-seater sofa designed by Adriano Piazzesi

By Adriano Piazzesi

Located in RIDDERKERK, NL

The Italian Okay 2-seater sofa , designed by Adriano Piazzesi in the 1970s , is an iconic piece of furniture that perfectly reflects his creative approach to design. Piazzesi was ins...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Fabulous Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Sofa , Mid-Century
Fabulous Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Sofa , Mid-Century

Fabulous Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Sofa , Mid-Century

By Florence Knoll

Located in Pemberton, NJ

This vintage Florenc Knoll 3 seater chrome sofa is really an amazing piece of furniture that has it all. These sofas are extremely well made and incredibly comfortable. Florence Kn...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Rodney Kinsman for Omk Three Seat Black Leather Sofa
Rodney Kinsman for Omk Three Seat Black Leather Sofa

Rodney Kinsman for Omk Three Seat Black Leather Sofa

By Rodney Kinsman, OMK

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

The Rodney Kinsman T2 sofa for Omk is a hallmark of modern industrial design from the late 20th century. Its minimalist aesthetic features a tubular chrome-plated steel frame, which ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Modular Herringbone Leather Lounge Sofa With Sleeper Bed
Mid Century Modern Modular Herringbone Leather Lounge Sofa With Sleeper Bed

Mid Century Modern Modular Herringbone Leather Lounge Sofa With Sleeper Bed

Located in High Point, NC

A wonderfully sculptural vintage leather sofa with the kind of relaxed, deeply lived-in character that makes a room feel instantly collected. Its low, generous silhouette is wrapped ...

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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Three-Seat Leather Sofa/ Bed, Czechoslovakia
1970s Three-Seat Leather Sofa/ Bed, Czechoslovakia

1970s Three-Seat Leather Sofa/ Bed, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

Good original condition Made of leather and leatherete The pillows are leather and the rest are leatherette Sleeping area 180cm by 135cm The sleeping mattress is suitable for rep...

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Saturno Sofa Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA of Italy, 1957
Saturno Sofa Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA of Italy, 1957

Saturno Sofa Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA of Italy, 1957

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Camden, ME

A rare and beautifully preserved example of Gastón Rinaldi’s iconic “Saturno” sofa, designed in 1958 for RIMA, this example was produced in 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Italian Sofa Sapporo for Mobil Girgi in brown fabric
Italian Sofa Sapporo for Mobil Girgi in brown fabric

Italian Sofa Sapporo for Mobil Girgi in brown fabric

By Sapporo

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant two-seater sofa designed by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi - Italy, 1970s This extraordinary two-seater sofa represents a perfect balance between constructive rigor and comfort, an...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Three-Seat Lounge Sofa by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi
Three-Seat Lounge Sofa by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi

Three-Seat Lounge Sofa by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi

By Sapporo

Located in Toronto, ON

A spacious lounge sofa designed by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi in Italy during the 1970s. This large and stylish sofa boasts fluffy cushions and inviting round shapes that beckon you to ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 5
De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 5

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 5

By De Sede

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, black leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of five The DS-28 Cosmos doesn’t sit in a room — it reshapes it.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s

Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Argelato, BO

The sofas comes from the waiting room of an important hotel designed by the architect Takahama.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Roche Bobois leather 3 seaters sofa
Roche Bobois leather 3 seaters sofa

Roche Bobois leather 3 seaters sofa

Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR

Beautiful leather 3 seaters Roche Bobois sofa from 1970's. Thick leather, brass corners, side cushions for more comfort.

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Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modular Sofa " Sistema 61" by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s
Modular Sofa " Sistema 61" by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s

Modular Sofa " Sistema 61" by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Brussels, BE

Modular Sofa " Sistema 61" by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1970s Dimensions on the listing are for one of the possible configurations. This sofa is modular. Dimensions : 62*62*38.5h...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Bamboo Sofa - Vivai Del Sud – “Ming” Series – Colin Morrow – 1970s
Bamboo Sofa - Vivai Del Sud – “Ming” Series – Colin Morrow – 1970s

Bamboo Sofa - Vivai Del Sud – “Ming” Series – Colin Morrow – 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Roma, RM

Bamboo Sofa With Geometric Structure – Vivai Del Sud – “Ming” Series – Colin Morrow – 1970s Natural bamboo structure with geometric design. Complete with support frame; cushion avail...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Bamboo

Sofa Couch France & Søn Ole Gjerlov Knudson Torben Lind Teak
Sofa Couch France & Søn Ole Gjerlov Knudson Torben Lind Teak

Sofa Couch France & Søn Ole Gjerlov Knudson Torben Lind Teak

By France & Søn, France & Daverkosen, Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Vintage Teakholzsofa von France & Son aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Zweisitzer wurde von Ole Gjerlov Knudson und Torben Lind entworfen un...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

De Sede DS-44 Buffalo Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede DS-44 Buffalo Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede DS-44 Buffalo Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic three seat leather sofa DS-44 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970, handcrafted from thick buffalo neck leather with a rich patina that showcases the exceptional Swiss craftsmanship ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina
3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Brussels, BE

An iconic design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, this 1970s Maralunga sofa is upholstered in rich navy leather and features the model’s celebrated adjustable headrests, seamlessly s...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Studio Simon, 1970s
Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Studio Simon, 1970s

Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Studio Simon, 1970s

By Kazuhide Takahama, Studio Simon

Located in Roma, RM

Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Studio Simon, 1970s. Complete with cushions covered with Dedar “Plushy” fabric Product details Dimensions 214 W x 67 H × 82 D cm

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Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Big Unique Luxury Design Midcentury Sofa, 1970s
Big Unique Luxury Design Midcentury Sofa, 1970s

Big Unique Luxury Design Midcentury Sofa, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - Very stylish - Very comfortable - New upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer
1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer

1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer

By Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

One of the most comfortable sofas we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering, this stunning piece was designed by Percival Lafer in the 1970s. It features a solid Brazilian hardwood fra...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970, Set of 5
De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970, Set of 5

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970, Set of 5

By De Sede

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

De Sede “DS-28 Cosmos” Modular Sofa for De Sede, Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970 The DS-28 Cosmos doesn’t sit in a room — it reshapes it.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

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1970 Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1970 couch available at 1stDibs. A 1970 couch — often made from fabric, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Find 4446 options for an antique or vintage 1970 couch now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1970 couch, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1970 couch is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1970 couch over the years, but those crafted by De Sede, Mario Bellini and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1970 Couch?

A 1970 couch can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,993, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $390,554.

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