$10,842 / item
Big Sur Sofa by MICHAEL HILAL
By Michael Hilal
Located in Antwerpen, BE
BIG SUR 1.2 – A 1970s conversation pit inspired this monumental version of the 1.1 sofa.
Fabric
Massive 1970s teak planter coffee table
By (after) Raymond Loewy
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Stunning 1970s Danish conversation pit table from a Detroit mid century modern home.
Teak
Sold
H 19.5 in W 136 in D 125 in
Mariani Contemporary Italian Leather & Mohair U Shaped Custom Sectional
By i4 Mariani
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The low lounge seating is inspired by the 1970s "conversation pit." The design is sleek and sophisticated - perfect if you throw a lot of get togethers.
Leather
1970s Velvet Modular Sectional Sofa
By Ligne Roset
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Luxurious and sexy 1970s modular conversation pit group sectional sofa consists of 6 pieces.
Velvet
Sold
H 27.5 in W 154 in D 115.5 in
Original Mah Jong Sectional Sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, 1970s
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Chicago, IL
Cushions can be rearranged to create a 1970’s style conversation pit or a large guest bed.
Upholstery
$3,995
H 16.5 in W 41.5 in D 41.5 in
1970s Danish Modern Rosewood & Teak Floating Coffee Table By Drylund
By Dyrlund
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Danish modern rosewood and teak coffee table by Dyrlund. Dyrlund was highly regarded for its beautiful use of veneers in this block style stable, The striations and w...
Rosewood, Teak
$1,025
H 18.9 in W 46.46 in D 22.45 in
Danish Teak Coffee Table with Ceramic Tile Top, 1960s mid century modern
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This Danish teak coffee table, adorned with exquisite ceramic tiles, is an ideal addition for post-dinner gatherings. The handmade artistic patterns seamlessly blend teak wood and ce...
Ceramic, Teak
$4,500 / item
H 17 in W 39 in D 25 in
Andrianna Shamaris Mid Century Style Organic Teak Wood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Single two inch slab reclaimed teak wood coffee table with a natural oil finish revealing the beautiful wood grain. Floating on midcentury style legs. Custom sizes and stains availab...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century French Square Wooden Coffee Table, 1960s Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
French; sofa set; living room set; leather cushions; 1960s; armchair; club chair; lounge chair; loveseat; two-seater; footstool; ottoman; coffee table; french design; square; A Fr...
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Solid Elm Coffee Table by Maison Regain, 1975
By Maison Regain
Located in Toronto, CA
Solid elm coffee table by Maison Regain, France. This low-slung piece has a compact footprint, making it ideal for a small space. There’s a sly geometry in the way the slabs of wood ...
Wood
Object 085 Sofa by NG Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 085 Sofa by NG Design Dimensions: W 220 x D 110 x H 60 cm Materials: Velveteen Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors on demand. Our firs...
Other
Object 085 Sofa by NG Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Object 085 Sofa by NG Design Dimensions: W 290 x D 110 x H 60 cm Materials: Velveteen Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors on demand. Our firs...
Other
$451Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in
Vintage Teak Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern Design, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the charm of mid-century design with this exquisite vintage coffee table, crafted from solid teak in 1960s Denmark. This square table features a thick tabletop with elegantl...
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching. Outdoor listing pictures mig...
Teak
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This teak coffee table epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of Danish design from the 1960s. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, it boasts a timeless appeal that ad...
Teak
Unique Solid Wood Coffee Table, circa 1960s–1970s
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
A beautifully made square coffee table from the 1960s–1970s, constructed entirely in solid wood and defined by its unusual end-grain tabletop. The top is assembled from numerous ind...
Wood
Coffee Table Made In Teak With Drawer From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The coffee table crafted from teak and featuring Danish design from the 1960s is a stylish and functional piece of furniture that epitomizes the mid-century modern aesthetic. Teak,...
Teak
$673
H 21.66 in W 51.58 in D 21.26 in
Danish Midcentury Coffee Table with Teak Veneer and Oak Base, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
This Danish midcentury coffee table dates from the 1960s and exemplifies the understated elegance and functionality associated with Scandinavian modern furniture. The table features ...
Wood, Oak
$1,055
H 20.48 in W 25.6 in D 63 in
Coffee Table Made In Teak With Extension Plate, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This Danish-designed coffee table from the 1960s is a testament to the era's commitment to both form and function. Crafted from teak, a wood prized for its rich color and durability,...
Teak
$3,900
H 15.36 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Hardwood Coffee Table, Brazil, 1960s Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern coffee table crafted in Brazil during the 1960s, characterized by its minimalist yet sophisticated design. The table showcases a slatted hardwood top, emphasizing ...
Hardwood
1960s Danish Teak Coffee Table
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
Teak
$6,848 / set
H 32.29 in W 18.71 in D 31.5 in
Set of 4 MR10 Rattan Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning and rare set of four iconic MR10 cantilever chairs in chromed tubular steel and hand-woven rattan. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll International d...
Metal, Chrome, Steel
$4,590 / item
H 33.5 in W 96 in D 17.75 in
Lucy Reclaimed Elm Wood Console with 18 Drawers in Natural Finish
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Crafted with reclaimed wood in a medium warm chestnut brown finish, this console will add a timeless look to any space. With its abundance of drawers, it serves as an excellent entry...
Wood, Elm
$3,191
H 14.97 in W 34.26 in D 20.08 in
1960s Chrome Serving Trolley Coffee Table Smoked Glass Top & Faux Laminated Wood
By Gallotti & Radice
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italy chrome serving trolley or coffee table, with smoked glass top with under faux laminated wood.
Steel
Rolf Hesland Rosewood Rolling Record/ Magazine Caddy by Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Rolf Hesland
Located in Highland, IN
A handsome and useful piece, this caddy is perfect for storing magazines or record albums. This is the double wide version and is clad in beautiful Brazilian rosewood. Made in Norway...
Plastic, Rosewood
$4,565
H 6.5 in Dm 7.88 in
Danish Poul Henningsen Art Deco Pendant PH 2/2 with Yellow Glass Shades, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Art Deco original pendant by Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) size PH 2/2 made in the 1930s. The shades are made by Holmegaard of sandblasted glass with dusty yellow paint, They are m...
Fabric, Blown Glass, Bakelite
$16,000
H 29.53 in W 90.16 in D 43.31 in
1979 Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk in Leather, Oak, and Chromed Steel
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Large Executive Desk, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll International in 1973. The desk features a minimalist design, having a chromed-steel cantilever base. It has an i...
Steel, Chrome
$2,441 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 17.72 in
Art Deco Paris Street Lamp Style Prismatic Glass Globe Pendant Chandelier
Located in Berlin, DE
Inspired by the distinctive glow of historic Parisian streetlights, this large globe pendant light is a contemporary design from our own workshop. At the heart of the fixture lies a...
Metal
$1,050Sale Price|30% Off
H 25 in W 37 in D 16 in L 25 in
Miniature Victorian Revival Red Velvet & Carved Mahogany Chaise Lounge Dog Bed
Located in Dayton, OH
Miniature Victorian-style fainting couch (also referred to as a chaise lounge or méridienne), cira 1970s. Featuring an asymmetrical, left-facing sweeping silhouette, this statement p...
Velvet, Mahogany
$8,000 / set
H 14 in W 11.5 in D 13 in
Roberto Pamio Febo Wall Lamps Sconces, Brass, Murano Glass, Leucos, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Renato Toso, Roberto Pamio, Leucos
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare and spectacular pair of wall lights from the 1970s, designed in 1975 by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Leucos in Italy. Stripped down to its essential elements, these lamps...
Brass
'Teli' Pendant by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Teli' Pendant by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, Italy, 1970s The 'Teli' pendant, designed in 1959, takes its name from the Italian word for "sheets." Deceptively si...
Cut Steel
$5,995
H 31.25 in W 30.5 in D 35.5 in
Jean Gillon for Italma Amazonas Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Italma, Jean Gillon
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Jean Gillon for Italma Amazonas Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman The chair measures: 30.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 31.25 high, with a seat height of 15 inches and arm height/chair cle...
Leather, Wood
$12,400
H 28.75 in W 144.49 in D 31.5 in
Adrian Pearsall 'Platform Gondola' Sofa in Walnut and Red Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, ‘Platform Gondola’ sofa, fabric, walnut, wood, United States, 1960s A wonderful sofa that features the combination of two great sofa models by ...
Fabric, Walnut
White Murano glass, mid century modern Drum chandelier
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Large white Murano glass drum chandelier, Mazzega style, Italy 1970s. The Mid-Century Modern chandelier is made of white thick Murano glass, with real gold flakes. The frame and cent...
Brass
$9,728Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 29 in W 93 in D 37 in
Roche Bobois 'Profile' Blue Velvet Sectional Sofa by Tapinassi & Manzoni, Signed
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and highly sculptural "Profile" modular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois, designed by acclaimed Italian designers Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni. Comprised of a larg...
Metal
Contemporary Italian Fruit Bowl, Ceramic Vase with Fruit Motifs
Located in Madrid, ES
Vase made by hand in glazed ceramic with traditional motifs from southern Italy. Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 craftsmen in our in-house workshop. Special...
Ceramic
$684
H 9.85 in W 38.39 in D 21.07 in
Mid-Century Modern '70s Italian coffee table chromed steel legs with marble top
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Mid-Century Modern, 70s coffee table in chromed steel legs with marble top Rectangular coffee table from the seventies, Italian manufacture. The coffee table has a chromed steel stru...
Marble, Steel
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