Space Age Sofa in White Wood and Aubergine Leather, USA circa 1970
By William Andrus
Located in View Park, CA
A modernist space age sofa after William Andrus, circa 1970. Painted white wood shell with aubergine hued leather, which appears slightly espresso in darker light.
Leather, Wood
Fabulous Steelcase Fiberglass Leather Space Age Modern Sofa William Andrus
By Steelcase
Located in Pemberton, NJ
One of the iconic designs of the Space Age modern movement is this awesome and uber rare Steelcase fiberglass, leather and Lucite sofa. Previously attributed to Warren Platner but no...
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
William Andrus Steelcase Leather Sofa
By William Andrus
Located in Tulsa, OK
This is the most fantastic version of this sofa I have ever in original condition. It is a design by William Andrus for Steelcase furniture.
Leather, Acrylic, Fiberglass
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H 30 in W 81.5 in D 32.5 in
William Andrus Sofas and Table Set of Lucite, Leather and Fiberglass, 1970s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Austin, TX
As featured in HBO's "Vinyl", this mod pair of sofas by William Andrus was designed for Steelcase and includes a matching cocktail or side table.
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
William Andrus Steelcase #465 Soft Seating Sofa
By William Andrus
Located in Pasadena, TX
William Andrus steelcase #465 soft seating sofa Classic early 1970s sofa designed by William C.
Fiberglass, Lucite
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H 24 in W 84 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Sofa by William Andrus for Steelcase, 1970s
By William Andrus
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Le Shoppe Too presents a unique fiberglass sofa on acrylic base by William Andrus for Steelcase circa 1970's.
Fiberglass
Superb Pair of William C. Andrus for Steelcase Sofas
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful fiberglass sofas designed by William C. Andrus for Steelcase.
Fiberglass, Leather, Lucite
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H 25 in W 82 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern William Andrus for Steelcase Fiberglass Sofa & Pair of Chairs
By William Andrus
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Le Shoppe Too presents this rare complete set (can also be purchased seperately by William Andrus for Steelcase, chic and cool, fiberglass floating sofa on a Lucite base and pair of ...
Fiberglass
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H 25 in W 84 in D 32 in
Vintage Leather and Lucite Floating Sofa by William C. Andrus for Steelcase
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage leather and lucite sofa designed by William C. Andrus for Steelcase in the United States, circa 1970’s.
Aluminum
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H 25 in W 82 in D 33 in
William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age, Sofa, White Bouclé and Leather, 1970s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this sofa (and set) is considered to be one of the holy grails for Space Age and modern design enthusiasts alike. The Large #465 Soft seat sofa is stunning .Wi...
Leather, Fiberglass, Bouclé
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H 25 in W 82 in D 33 in
William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age, Sofa, Chair, Living Room Suite, 1970's
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970's, this living room suite is considered as one of the holy grails for space age and modern design enthusiasts alike. (4 pieces, Large #465 Soft seat sofa, lounge...
Leather, Fiberglass
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H 25 in W 82 in D 33 in
William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age Lounge, White Bouclé and Leather, 1970s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this chair is considered to be one of the holy grails for Space Age and modern design enthusiasts alike. This lounge chair is stunning .With its curved body, r...
Leather, Bouclé, Fiberglass
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H 25 in W 84 in D 33.5 in
Vintage 1978 William Andrus for Steelcase Brown Leather Soft Seating Sofa
By Steelcase
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1978 "Soft Seating" sofa by William Andrus for Steelcase. This is a gorgeous example of an iconic space age Steelcase furniture design.
Leather
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H 25 in W 84 in D 33.5 in
Vintage 1978 William Andrus for Steelcase Brown Leather Soft Seating Sofa
By Steelcase
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1978 "Soft Seating" sofa by William Andrus for Steelcase. This is a gorgeous example of an iconic space age Steelcase furniture design.
Leather
Steelcase Soft Seating Sofa by William Andrus
By William Andrus
Located in Pasadena, TX
Sofa designed by William Andrus for Steelcase. White fiberglass frame black vinyl cushions, sofa shows minor cosmetic wear, age-appropriate.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass Sofa, William Andrus for Steelcase, 1970s
By William Andrus
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare floating fiberglass sofa on lucite base with leather upholstery by William Andrus for Steelcase, 1970s.
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
Sofa and Chair by William Andrus for Steelcase
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Absolutely stunning next level sofa and chair by William Andrus for Steelcase. Each piece has the appearance to be floating by the acrylic base.
Velvet, Acrylic, Fiberglass
William Andrus for Steelcase Fiberglass, Lucite and Leather Sofa, 1960s
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury William Andrus fiberglass, Lucite and leather sofa. Incredible design with clear Lucite base for floating appearance.
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
Floating Sofa Produced by Steelcase, circa 1960s
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Fiberglass case sofa with Lucite base. This appears to float in a room. Fully restored. New black mohair upholstery. Produced by Steelcase, circa 1960s. Matching lounge chair avai...
Lucite, Fiberglass, Mohair
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H 23 in W 82 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Style Steelcase Fiberglass Lucite Sofa & Table
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a rare William Andrus for Steelcase, chic and cool, fiberglass floating sofa on a Lucite base with original leather with the perfect age patina to the leath...
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
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H 26 in W 91 in D 33 in
Midcentury Fully Upholstered Cognac Brown Leather 3 Seat Sofa, circa 1970
By B&B Italia
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A Fully Upholstered leather sofa circa 1970 style of William Andrus. Very sofa cognac brown leather. shows wear and use. very comfortable has 3 seats with side cushions.
Leather
1970's Space Age William Andrus Steelcase Sofa
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Space Age Steelcase three seat sofa by William Andrus. Fiberglass haul and red/orange fabric.
Fabric, Fiberglass, Lucite
William Andrus for Steelcase Floating Sofa
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Toronto, ON
Exceptional piece designed by William Andrus for American furniture makers Steelcase, circa 1970’s.
Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite
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.