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Italian 50's Sofa In Red Velvet Attributed To Rava
By Carlo Enrico Rava
Located in London, GB
, been reupholstered in red velvet and feet been replaced to original brass feet. Italy c.50's attributed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Italian 50's Sofa Timeless Vintage Sofa Restored Beige & Black Ribbon
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
A timeless classic with a touch of glamour
This exceptional 1950s sofa is a unique piece that
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 72.84 in D 29.53 in
50s Sofa Black Tubular Frame Red Upholstery design by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in London, GB
Iconic mid century Italian design at its best. A sensational three seater sofa with red original
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Green velvet Wilhelm Knoll 50's 'banana' sofa
Located in TILBURG, NL
'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
50s 60s Cocktail Sofa Couch Mid Century Kidney Table Era Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
50s 60s cocktail sofa couch mid century kidney table era design 60s
Object: sofa
Manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1950s German Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set - Timeless Elegance
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set – Timeless Elegance
Elevate your living space
Category
Vintage 1940s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 38.19 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Lady Marco Zanuso style sofa. The sofa has been restored and upholstered in blue velvet, the feet
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Fir
Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Isa Bergamo, 50s
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa Collection designed in the style of Gio Ponti for the manufacturing company Isa Bergamo in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
20th Century, Gio Ponti Sofa 'Attributed' in Wood and Upholstery in Fabric, '50s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
Very beautiful Sofa attributed to Gio Ponti designed in '50s in Italy. The sofa has a wooden
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 30.32 in W 62.21 in D 30.32 in
Attributed Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa by ISA Bergamo, 50s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Daisy model sofa with wide and comfortable backrest, conical beech foot, good condition of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 35.04 in W 48.04 in D 99.61 in
Divano Triennale 3 Seater Sofa Design by Marco Zanuso for Arflex 50s, 60s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Padova, IT
Triennale Three seat sofa designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by Arflex in 1951.
Original fabric
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 32.29 in W 70.87 in D 29.53 in
Lady model sofa, Marco Zanuso for Arflex Italia 50's velvet Pierre Frey
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Catania, IT
Bellissimo e autentico divano modello Lady by Marco Zanuso per Arflex, Italia anni 50. Recentemente
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 31.5 in W 80.71 in D 32.68 in
1930s-50s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Oak
H 22.05 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, Manta model, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian sofa from the 50s. We do not know who produced it but it is of great design and very rare
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Curved Sofa by Frederico Munari Italy, 1960's
By Federico Munari
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A stunning and lovely curved Italian sofa by Federico Munari, original from the 50's.
This amazing
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Upholstered Bench with Wavy Backrest in the style of Paolo Buffa 50s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Roma, IT
pattern made makes it a dreamy, cushy cloud.
This mid century modern bench or sofa, depending on how you
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 29.53 in W 40.56 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century 2-Seat Sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern 2-seat sofa, designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 50s.
This
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybed, "Chesa Laria" sofa, Azucena, Italy 50s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Argelato, BO
Luigi CACCIA DOMINIONI 1913-2016
Daybed mod. L4 called "Chesa Laria" - circa 1959
Walnut structure upholstered in white fabric
Azucena Edition
Bibliography:
Adalberto Dal Lago, Arre...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 37.41 in W 80.71 in D 33.86 in
Marco Zanuso Attributed Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa Senior, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Senior 2 seater sofa from the 50s, the sofa is characterized by a tapered structure with brass feet
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Brass
H 39.77 in W 49.22 in D 31.5 in
Mexican 50's sofa.
Located in D.F., MX
Pine wood and recovered with 1960's fabric.
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Pine, Fabric
50s Mid Century Dutch Design Sofa for De Ster Gelderland
By De Ster Gelderland
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Vintage de Ster Gelderland sofa with teak frame in organic design and elegant armrests. New high
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Italian ‘50s original ISA GreenVelvet Curved Sofa, Shipping Included
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian green velvet curved sofa by I.S.A, Italy 1950s.
Fine Design with well
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 93.71 in D 55.12 in
German lounge sofa. 1950s
Located in Braga, Braga
Nice single sofa from the 50s.
Restored. New Upholstery in new quality bouclé fabric
The sofá is
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mel Smilow Long Low Chair Frame in Walnut for Smilow-Thielle
By Mel Smilow, Smilow-Thielle
Located in Asheville, NC
at the Smilow-Thielle showroom in New York City in the 50s. (The daybed/sofa from this seating group
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ico & Luisa Parisi Documented 50's sofa
Located in New York, NY
Pair of armchairs also available. Armchairs of the same set documented on Domus 307 June 1955. For the same see also Wright auction lot 305 auction June 2009
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
50s Sofa by Knoll Antimott with Drawer
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s, solid frame and bed box in cherry wood stained in teak. The sofa has
Category
Vintage 1950s German Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry, Teak
Aerodynamic Shaped French 50s Sofa Bed by Airborn
Located in Pasadena, CA
The arms are removable for more comfort when used as a bed.
It has been recovered in a apricot color chenille.
It has been recovered in a apricot color chenille.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Materials
Iron
50's California Modern Sofa/Daybed
Located in North Miami, FL
Swank lines on this curvaceous 50's sofa. Simple click-release mechanism converts it instantly into
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Italian 50's curved three seats sofa
Located in New York, NY
A striking curved sofa with angular shape. Seats 3-4 people. The gallery can have it re-upholstered
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Italian 50's curved three seats sofa
Located in New York, NY
A striking curved sofa with angular shape. Matching pair of armchairs offered separately. Seats 3
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Sleek 50's Sectional Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Classic and sleek 50's three piece Sectional Sofa with uniquely positioned walnut legs with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
50s-60s Sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa, spring and foam padding, fabric upholstery, metal and brass legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Carl Malmsten, Sofas "Samspel", Sweden, 1940-50s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of sofas model Samspel by Carl Malmsten, 1940/-50´s. Produced by O.H Sjögren, Tranås
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
A 50's Italian Sculptural Sofa By ISA
By ISA Bergamo
Located in London, GB
An Italian two seat sculptural sofa by ISA. Newly upholstered in blue velvet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Italian 50s Rossi di Albizzate Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegantly curved back sofa from the mid century Italian masters...
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
50's Sexy Glam Leather Sectional Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Luxe, dynamic and graceful at the same time, this long curving leather sofa is a sleek mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
50's Tailored Long Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti
Located in North Miami, FL
Ivory linen upholstery and classic European tailored design.
THIS ITEM IS NOW LOCATED IN OUR MANHATTAN SHOWROOM:
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Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
50's Two-Seater Sofa by Lucien Ercolani for Ercol
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in North Miami, FL
Deep and low to the ground, Lucien Ercolani up-dated the traditional Windsor chair in post-war England into what we consider the ideal of comfortable, beach house chic. We've re-imag...
Category
Vintage 1950s English Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Down, Upholstery
A Fine 50's Sculptural Sofa In The Manner Of Ulrich
Located in London, GB
A fine Italian sculptural settee in the manner Ulrich. Of elegant design on tapering French polished legs and newly upholstered in grey wool.
Sold only with the accompanying armchairs.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Danish 50s Spindle Back Wide Arm Three Seat Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD Beautifully tapered legs and shaped wide oak arms highlight this Danish three seat sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Teak
Gio Ponti Style, Vintage Italian Velvet Sofa Set from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this set of a three seater sofa and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
ARCHED LARGE PINK SOFA IN ORIGINAL FABRIC 50'S AMERCAN
Located in Jersey City, NJ
LARGE AND DEEP BEAUTIFUL SHAPED SOFA IN ORIGINAL PINK FABRIC WITH TAPERED WOOD LEGS
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sectional Sofas
Sofa & Chair 1950s Folke Ohlsson Poul Dinesen Dux Mid-Century Modern 50s
By Povl Dinesen, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Presented in As-Found Condition. Vintage DUX Swedish/Danish Modern Iconic Sofa and Chair designed
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Wool
H 28.5 in W 95.5 in D 29.5 in
Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa for Ariberto Colombo, 50s
By Ariberto Colombo, Ico Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Three seater sofa designed by Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo Cantu, 1950s production.
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 31.5 in W 81.5 in D 40.16 in
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Sofa for Minotti, 50s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Curved sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. It was made with a solid wood structure and blue
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Fir
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Attributed to Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Italian High Back Sofa, 50s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Three-seater sofa attributed to Gio Ponti, early 1950s production, with high back, the upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 40.16 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
1930-50s Danish Art Deco Design, 3 Seater Sofa in Original Green Velour
Located in Tarm, 82
1930-50s Danish art deco design. 3 seater sofa in original green velour. Hand carved in oak wood
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 33.47 in W 75.6 in D 35.04 in
Mid-Century Busnelli Export Set of 2 Armchair + Two Seat Sofa Italy 50s
By Busnelli Exports
Located in Palermo, IT
Refined set of 2 armchairs with two-seater sofa, “Tiki Arm” model, Busnelli Export production
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.14 in W 51.58 in D 23.63 in
Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Four Armchairs and Sofa for Ariberto Colombo, 50s
By Ico Parisi, Ariberto Colombo
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Four iconic armchairs and four-seater sofa designed by Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo Cantu.
Very
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 35.44 in W 106.3 in D 44.49 in
Paul McCobb 50's Modern Settee
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD JUNE 09 Sleek lines highlight this Paul McCobb attributed 50's settee newly upholstered in a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Wood
Striking, Large Italian 40's Curved Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Excellent Italian late 40's early 50's curved sofa. The large size as well as the striking design
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
A Curved 50's Settee In The Style Of Parisi
Located in London, GB
An Italian curved sculptural two seat settee in the style of Ico Parisi. On turned French polished feet and newly upholstered in grey wool.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Harvey Probber Angled Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unique 50's designed Probber Sofa with angled design. Newly upholstered in a pale green fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Stunning Golden-Green Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very special cocktail sofa designed in the ‘50s in the Netherlands. The sofa features a wooden base
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Vintage Sofa in Wood and White Velvet
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful white velvet and wood sofa attributed to Pippo Pestalozza, designed in the 50s.
The sofa
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Semi Circular Corner Sofa in Pink and Green Velvet
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Important semicircular corner sofa in beautiful pink and green velvet of the '50s.
The particular
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Sofa Vintage in Original Velvet Beige Fabric and Wood
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant sofa of mid-century Italian manufacture 50s. The sofa has three seats.
The sofa has a nice
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1950s, Danish Design, Sofa, Red-Cherry Velour, Original Very Good Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
50s, Danish 2 seater vintage sofa. Original upholstery in cherry-red velour in very good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 30.32 in W 57.88 in D 35.04 in
Italian Sofa Attributed to Paolo Buffa in Red Velvet and Wood
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant and refined 1950s Italian sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa. The sofa is in its original 50's
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1940s Danish Modern Cabinet Maker Banana Sofa Attributed to Slagelse Møbelværk
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in New York, NY
an example of the innovative perspective held by Danish designers in the 1940s and 50s. This sofa
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 26.75 in W 76 in D 42 in
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- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
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A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
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- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
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Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The difference between a davenport and a couch comes down to special features. A couch or sofa is an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two or more people, while a davenport is a large couch or sofa that can be used as a bed or one that folds out into a bed.
A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.
In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.
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