What is a mid-century sofa?

A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What's the difference between a Chesterfield and a Mid-Century Modern sofa?

A Chesterfield has deep button-tufting, rolled arms and a back the same height as the arms. A Mid-Century Modern sofa favors a lower profile, tapered legs and a cleaner frame.

What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?

Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

Angled Mid Century Sofas

Edward Wormley Janus Sofa

Holly Hunt Vladimir Kagan

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa

$10,395

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5485A Mid Century Mahogany Angle Arm Sofa This sofa measures: 96 wide x 33 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 27.5 inc...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern to Modern & Hollywood Regency 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

$2,995

Mid-Century Modern to Modern & Hollywood Regency 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

Located in Topeka, KS

Stunning Mid-Century Modern to modern & Hollywood Regency white fabric two piece angled sectional sofa with square tapered wood legs.

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sloped Arm Sectional Sofa, Custom Angled Configuration

$13,480 / item

Mid-Century Modern Sloped Arm Sectional Sofa, Custom Angled Configuration

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

Finished with tailored top-stitching, the design showcases a sophisticated Mid-Century Modern influence, perfectly suited for large-scale architectural floor plans.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wood, Maple

Italian Large Angled Sofa, c1970s

$8,561

Italian Large Angled Sofa, c1970s

Located in Uxbridge, GB

A wonderfully large and sculptural angled sofa, dating from the 1970s and sourced in Italy. The designer and manufacturer are currently unknown, and the sofa carries no visible labe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

$40,000

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare find, the Tangent sofa with an open chaise feature by Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Sofa for Preview is an exquisite addition to any mid-century modern collection.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Harvey Probber Impressive 16 Foot Angle Sofa

$18,000

Harvey Probber Impressive 16 Foot Angle Sofa

By Harvey Probber

Located in Dallas, TX

This sofa has a wow factor. The upholstery is actually good and we think the seat cushion could be flipped to show the unfaded section. It can also be reupholstered to update. This s...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506

$32,000

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506. We recommend new upholstery on this beautiful and comfortable sofa. The last photo shows one we reupholstered that was sent to Swit...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Sofa, C. 1960s

$12,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Sofa, C. 1960s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Featuring a camel-colored upholstered frame with a tufted seat, four matching loose back pillows, and short square legs. A refined example of Wormley’s sophisticated modernist aesthe...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Angled Sofa

$8,950

Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Angled Sofa

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stunning vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin sofa embodies timeless sophistication with its sculptural curved form and sleek modern design. Upholstered in a classic neutral ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Fabulous XL Harvey Probber style 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

$14,500 / set

Fabulous XL Harvey Probber style 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

By Harvey Probber

Located in Pemberton, NJ

A fabulous XL Harvey Probber style Dune angled two piece sectional sofa. This sofa measures a whopping 195"L x 28”H x 42”D with a seat height of 19"T. The short wing measures 100”L...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Down

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Sectional, Linen & Solid Oak, Modern Angled Couch

$12,300 / item

Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Sectional, Linen & Solid Oak, Modern Angled Couch

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Curved Back Sectional is a tuxedo style sofa with curved back corners and features down-wrapped, removable seat and back cushions and two bolsters. Can be made with a White Oak o...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Canapé d’angle vintage composé de 3 modules en cuir noir avec lit intégré

$7,161

Canapé d’angle vintage composé de 3 modules en cuir noir avec lit intégré

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Canapé d’angle vintage des années 70, en cuir noir, superbe design dans le style des éditions De Sede, Cinna ou Ligne Roset, composé de 3 modules avec lit intégré, 4 à 6 places, trè...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Minimalist Model T-Angle Expandable Flip-Top Couch Side Table, 1950s

$1,759

Mid-Century Minimalist Model T-Angle Expandable Flip-Top Couch Side Table, 1950s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Minimalist Model T-Angle Expandable Flip-Top Couch Side Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s Convertible coffee table from the renowned manufacturer kn...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

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Edward Wormley Wide V Angle Sofa for Dunbar

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H 30.5 in W 80 in D 44 in

Edward Wormley Wide V Angle Sofa for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful Edward Wormley for Dunbar angled sofa, model 6329 with a mahogany base, reupholstered in a rich light sand woven fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

All Original Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Angled Sofa

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H 28 in W 108 in D 36 in

All Original Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Angled Sofa

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Authentic all original Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin angled Mid-Century sofa. Mid-Century sofas don't get much more mint than this guy.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Thayer Coggin Mid Century Angle Bumper Sectional Sofa

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H 30 in W 115 in D 54 in

Thayer Coggin Mid Century Angle Bumper Sectional Sofa

By Thayer Coggin

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Thayer Coggin mid century angle bumper sectional sofa Sofa measures: 115 wide x 54 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches and arm height/chair clearance of 23.25 inches...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Angled Mid-Century Modern Green Velvet Sofa Style Dunbar by Edward Wormley

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H 32 in W 172.25 in D 59.5 in

Angled Mid-Century Modern Green Velvet Sofa Style Dunbar by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful and monumental 14-foot-wide angled Mid-Century Modern green velvet sofa in the style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar - Mid Century Angled Sofa - Model 5305

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H 31 in W 122 in D 41 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar - Mid Century Angled Sofa - Model 5305

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Decatur, GA

Large angled sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. Model 5305. White oak legs with brass sabots. New foam and taupe linen blend upholstery. Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Oak

Harvey Probber Angled Sofa

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H 30 in W 94 in D 32 in

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. Three different shades of green and a thread of cream all woven together in a beaut...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled "Janus" Sofa Model 6329

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H 31.5 in W 102 in D 44 in

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled "Janus" Sofa Model 6329

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous and unique modern wide angle sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar for their "Janus" collection, model #6329. In original upholstery.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Dunbar Angled Sofa - Edward Wormley

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H 25 in W 90 in D 33 in

Dunbar Angled Sofa - Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar channel back sofa with solid brass legs. Fully restored, newly upholstered.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley

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H 31 in W 102 in D 32 in

Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wide angle sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Large 8.5' long model. Original velvet upholstery over dark mahogany frame.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Harvery Probber Large Angled One-Arm Sofa

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H 28 in W 114 in D 40 in

Harvery Probber Large Angled One-Arm Sofa

By Harvey Probber

Located in Highland, IN

This striking, large, asymmetrical Harvey Probber sofa has a single arm, a 3/4 back and a seat and back detailed with button tufting, all supported on cylindrical mahogany legs with ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa

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H 48 in W 104 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 6329A Angled Sofa. Completely restored.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Angle Sofa Feather Cushions Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s

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H 32.68 in W 141.74 in D 78.75 in

Angle Sofa Feather Cushions Vintage Manufactured in Italy, 1940s

Located in Milano, IT

An angle sofa with footstool. Springs padding, feather cushions with trimming and fringes. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Feathers

Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s

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H 32 in W 76 in D 33 in

Rare Paul McCobb Angle Arm Sofa for Directional, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Custom Craft Inc.

Located in Round Rock, TX

A rare sofa, model 3147, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional and manufactured by Custom Craft Inc. Similar to some of McCobb's other "origami" designs, this sofa features strikin...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Arm Sofa in Gray Mohair 1955

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H 31 in W 96 in D 32 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Arm Sofa in Gray Mohair 1955

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar angle Arm Sofa in Gray Mohair 1955 – Reupholstered in Italian Mohair Description: A striking mid-century sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model 5485A, des...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Iconic Architectural Angle Sofa in Wool Upholstery

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H 30 in W 165 in D 77 in

Harvey Probber Iconic Architectural Angle Sofa in Wool Upholstery

By Harvey Probber

Located in Dallas, TX

This iconic architectural angle sofa boasts timeless mid-century modern aesthetics.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Signed Craft Associates Double Angled Sofa on Castors 2200-s

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H 29 in W 125 in D 49 in

Adrian Pearsall Signed Craft Associates Double Angled Sofa on Castors 2200-s

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in West Hartford, CT

Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space! Please peruse our growing collection of rare Pearsall pieces which we will be listing ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, in Holly Hunt Teddy, 1950s

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H 33.75 in W 95 in D 50 in

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, in Holly Hunt Teddy, 1950s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

Experience the elegance of mid-century modern design with our stunning Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, reupholstered in luxurious Holly Hunt Teddy fabric.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, in Holly Hunt Teddy, 1950s

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H 33.75 in W 95 in D 50 in

Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, in Holly Hunt Teddy, 1950s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

Experience the elegance of mid-century modern design with our stunning Vladimir Kagan Wide Angle Tangent Sofa, Model 506, reupholstered in luxurious Holly Hunt Teddy fabric.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Canapé d’angle avec potence par Guillerme et Chambron

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H 32.29 in W 82.68 in D 55.12 in

Canapé d’angle avec potence par Guillerme et Chambron

By Guillerme et Chambron, Boleslaw Danikowski

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Grand canapé d’angle par guillerme et Chambron avec une potence intégrée dans l’angle du canapé.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Modular angle sofa set by Beka, France, 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 94.49 in

Modular angle sofa set by Beka, France, 1970s

Located in Lyon, FR

Living room set composed of a convertible sofa, an angle table and two armchairs, entirely modular, made in the 1970s in France by BEKA. Very practical and confortable, you can set i...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Modular angle sofa set by Beka, France, 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 94.49 in

Modular angle sofa set by Beka, France, 1970s

Located in Lyon, FR

Living room set composed of a convertible sofa, an angle table and two armchairs, entirely modular, made in the 1970s in France by BEKA. Very practical and confortable, you can set i...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Large Angled Mid Century Plinth Base Sofa

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H 31 in W 113 in D 34 in

Large Angled Mid Century Plinth Base Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Beautiful large mid century angled sofa on black plinth base. Sofa is 1 continuous piece unlike similar sofas that are 2 separate pieces.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

1950's Mid Century Italian Angled Sofa

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H 32 in W 99 in D 47 in

1950's Mid Century Italian Angled Sofa

By Ico Parisi, Federico Munari

Located in Las Vegas, NV

If elegance was a sofa, this would be the one. This 1950's Italian sofa has all the right angles and curves in all the right places. Check out the before and during restoration pic...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Angled Tomlinson White Linen Sofa

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H 28.25 in W 86 in D 34 in

Angled Tomlinson White Linen Sofa

By Erwin-Lambeth, Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company

Located in Houston, TX

Unusual angled sofa is freshly upholstered in an neutral linen. Possibly by Erwin-Lambeth. Frame is finished in a dark, nearly ebony brown. X frame details add interest to the back o...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Mid Century Modern 10 Foot Long Low Angled Sofa Style of Paul McCobb

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H 29 in W 120.5 in D 34.5 in

Mid Century Modern 10 Foot Long Low Angled Sofa Style of Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Mid-Century Modern 10 foot low angled sofa style of Paul McCobb.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled Sofa

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H 30 in W 79 in D 35 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Edward Wormley Janus collection faceted sofa. Sexy from every angle.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Wide Angle "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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H 30.5 in W 82 in D 43 in

Wide Angle "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Uniquely designed wide Angle "Junas" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model #6329. Sofa is comfortably proportioned and newly upholstered in woven silk of the period. Mahogany base...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk

Angle Sofa Feather Cushions Velvet Upholstery Vintage Italy, 1940s-1950s

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H 32.29 in W 110.24 in D 86.23 in

Angle Sofa Feather Cushions Velvet Upholstery Vintage Italy, 1940s-1950s

Located in Milano, IT

An angle sofa, springs padding, feather cushions and velvet upholstery. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Feathers

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair

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H 29 in W 80 in D 45 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

We specialize in high-quality mid-century modern furnishing, and this Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair exemplifies our commitment to timeless eleg...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mel Abitz for Galloway Furniture angled Sectional Sofa

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H 25 in W 130 in D 82 in

Mel Abitz for Galloway Furniture angled Sectional Sofa

By Mel Abitz, Galloway

Located in Southampton, NJ

An exceedingly rare Mel abitz designed two-piece Sectional Sofa for Galloway Furniture. This one owner sofa came from a Tampa estate and was refinished in a high end light blue wool ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Angle Sofa Designed by Mario Bellini Le Bambole Vintage, Italy, 1970s

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H 28.75 in W 129.93 in D 98.43 in

Angle Sofa Designed by Mario Bellini Le Bambole Vintage, Italy, 1970s

By Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, IT

A modular angle sofa with six elements designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for B&B. Foam padding, original fabric upholstery, manufacturer brand at the bottom. Model: Le Bambole. Origin...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Angled Sofa Model 6329a by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Heavy Boucle

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H 31 in W 80 in D 44.5 in

Angled Sofa Model 6329a by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Heavy Boucle

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

An angular sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model 6329a. Recently upholstered in heavy white boucle with a contrasting bright white cotton piping. Great angles and subtle ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Cotton

Long Angle Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Off White, Completely Original

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H 27.25 in W 108 in D 31 in

Long Angle Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Off White, Completely Original

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Completely original angle arm floating sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One owner, rarely used. No tears, holes or repairs to the of white, neutral fabric. The leg support...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

For Devin: Guillerme & Chambron Angled Solid Oak Settee

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H 39.38 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in

For Devin: Guillerme & Chambron Angled Solid Oak Settee

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme and Chambron, settee in angle, oak, France, 1960s This angled oak settee is designed by Guillerme and Chambron. The design duo is known for their sculptural, crafted solid...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Angled Sofa

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H 31 in W 87.5 in D 35 in

Mid-Century Modern Angled Sofa

Located in New London, CT

1970s era sofa, possibly custom made, with a unique angled back. Newly reupholstered in an orange cotton velvet with thick down-filled cushions. Thanks to its interesting shape, this...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large Mid-Century Italian Angled Sofa in Grey Moire Upholstery

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H 29.5 in W 118 in D 33 in

Large Mid-Century Italian Angled Sofa in Grey Moire Upholstery

Located in New York, NY

Large Mid-Century angled sofa in grey moire upholstery, Italy, 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas

Midcentury Angled Sofa Upholstered with Indigo Hemp Rug

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H 28.25 in W 126.5 in D 50 in

Midcentury Angled Sofa Upholstered with Indigo Hemp Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

• Reupholstered in vintage indigo hemp rugs • Wood base with table • Brass casters • Mid-20th century • American Dimensions: • Overall: 126.5" W x 50" D x 28.25" H • Seat de...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Angled Sofa in the Style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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H 30.5 in W 104 in D 45 in

Angled Sofa in the Style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hudson, NY

Two angled sofas reminiscent of Wormley's Janus collection pieces. Original plush fabric in graphic "dancing leaves" in hues of orange and espresso on a warm light cream ground. fabr...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

1960s Long Angled-Arm Sofa in Grey Velvet

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H 32 in W 98.25 in D 35 in

1960s Long Angled-Arm Sofa in Grey Velvet

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Vintage long four cushion sofa with angled arms in grey and cream microdot velvet, in the style of Dunbar - USA, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Danish Modern Sofa with Rosewood Paws and Angled Legs

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H 30 in W 72 in

Danish Modern Sofa with Rosewood Paws and Angled Legs

Located in Belmont, MA

Upholstered in original wool textile, this modern Danish sofa features rosewood paws and angled legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Fauteuil d'angle Togo par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset

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H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in

Fauteuil d'angle Togo par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Busserolles, FR

Iconique fauteuil d'angle "Togo" en cuir beige, conçu par Michel Ducaroy pour Ligne Roset dans les années 1970. Ce fauteuil vintage ne présente aucun défaut majeur, il présente en ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Guillerme et Chambron, Angled Banquette, Edition Votre Maison, France c.1960

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H 37 in W 57 in D 31 in

Guillerme et Chambron, Angled Banquette, Edition Votre Maison, France c.1960

Located in Houston, TX

Guillerme et Chambron, Angled Banquette, Edition Votre Maison, France c.1960. Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron were home furnishings designers that created striking angular piec...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 On Walnut Legs

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H 34.5 in W 94 in D 29.5 in

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 On Walnut Legs

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Dunbar Angle Sofa #4756 by Edward Wormley on Walnut Legs This exceptional Dunbar angle sofa, model #4756, designed by the renowned Edward Wormley, epitomizes mid-century sophisticat...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Stunning Vladimir Kagan 3 Piece Omnibus Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern

$22,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28 in W 145 in D 120 in

Stunning Vladimir Kagan 3 Piece Omnibus Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning 3 piece Vladimir Kagan Design Omnibus sofa sectional. This sectional retains its original fabric and will need to be reupholstered as the fabric is worn and dated. Fully sup...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Large Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, Labeled

$7,500

H 28.5 in W 143 in D 87 in

Large Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, Labeled

By Harvey Probber

Located in St. Louis, MO

Large Mid-Century Modern 1950s Harvey Probber two-piece sectional sofa with mahogany tapered legs. Sofa has original fabric, it needs to be reupholstered and foam replaced. There is ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa

$9,500

H 29.5 in W 80 in D 34 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Atomic Era Bracket Back Sofa, circa 1950s. Features streamlined track arms, original tweed plaid button tufted upholstery and two large seat cushions. The...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$16,850

H 27 in W 144 in D 30 in

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Twelve feet long! Custom made Dunbar sofa designed by Edward Wormley. This was reupholstered 10 years ago and has seen very little use since. We have refinished the base since these ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Mid-Century Modern Three-Cushion Sofa with Wood Base, Custom

$8,855 / item

H 34 in W 90 in D 37 in

Mid-Century Modern Three-Cushion Sofa with Wood Base, Custom

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This mid-century modern inspired sofa features a clean, transitional silhouette with sleek track arms and three loose seat cushions. The example shown is upholstered in velvet and si...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

$12,000

H 29 in W 108 in D 36 in

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

In our opinion, this Ed Wormely design for Dunbar is one of the most spectacular sofas ever made. Modern, classic, and timeless... this form transcends styles, genres and eras. Nine ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tan and Green Wool Upholstered Bracket Back Sofa

$7,300

H 28 in W 91 in D 30 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tan and Green Wool Upholstered Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Astoria, NY

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, with tan and green woven wool on four ebonized taper wood legs. 28" H x 91" W x 30" D; seat: 15.25" H. Provenance: A Sutton Place Colle...

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Harvey Probber Three Piece Sectional Sofa 1955c.

$8,500

H 28 in W 152 in D 78 in

Harvey Probber Three Piece Sectional Sofa 1955c.

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Harvey Probber Three-Piece Sectional Sofa, circa 1955 Upholstery and solid walnut. Large-scale three-piece sectional sofa by Harvey Probber, circa 1955. The sectional features a swee...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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American Designer, Large Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s

$16,800

H 28 in W 142.5 in D 32 in

American Designer, Large Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A large curved green fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950s. Seat height: 16” Reupholstered in brand new fabric. All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabulous 2-Piece Edward Wormley Dunbar Long Low Mid-Century Sofa

$10,000 / set

H 25.5 in W 103.5 in D 32 in

Fabulous 2-Piece Edward Wormley Dunbar Long Low Mid-Century Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous 2 piece long low Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. This is perfect for you designers who need to reupholster. The bones are magnificent but the fabric needs updating. Long ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Wood, Upholstery

Midcentury #5526 Wormley Dunbar Armless Sofa

$7,120Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 98 in D 30 in

Midcentury #5526 Wormley Dunbar Armless Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

Wormley has pioneered in a broad field of design, he was one of those unique designers who was sensitive to the interplay involved in selling modernism and still preserving the nosta...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Extraordinary Mid Century Paul McCobb Style Sectional

$16,000 / set

H 32.5 in W 84.5 in D 31.5 in

Extraordinary Mid Century Paul McCobb Style Sectional

By Paul McCobb

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic Mid Century design in the style of .the iconic American furniture designer Paul McCobb (Am. 1917-1969). The Sectional is very large and capacious with exceptionally comfortab...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s

$1,364

H 31.5 in W 81.5 in D 33.47 in

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s

Located in Palermo, PA

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s. Dimensions: H= 80 cm; W= 207 cm; D= 85 cm; H seduta= 40 cm.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

$5,110

H 27.5 in W 87 in D 31.5 in

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose back cushions. Square dark walnut legs with round brass foot. The piece was reupholst...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$4,595

H 28 in W 97 in D 33 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Morrison Naugahyde Sofa, 1960

$3,600

H 32 in W 93 in D 32 in

Morrison Naugahyde Sofa, 1960

Located in Chicago, IL

Morrison Naugahyde sofa, 1960. Original naugahyde. Measures 93" long, 32" deep overall height 32", seat height 16", seat depth 22" arm height 21".

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Naugahyde

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$5,950 / set

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Located in San Diego, CA

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$12,500

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$52,000

H 34 in W 181 in D 181 in

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$7,450

H 13.78 in W 48.23 in D 22.64 in

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Angled Mid Century Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of angled mid century sofas available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique angled mid century sofas was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. Angled mid century sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern angled mid century sofas are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made angled mid century sofas over the years, but those made by Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Harvey Probber are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Angled Mid Century Sofas?

Prices for angled mid century sofas start at $2,035 and top out at $20,000 with the average selling for $6,848.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.

Styles to Know

Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa

A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.

Questions About Angled Mid Century Sofas

What is a mid-century sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What's the difference between a Chesterfield and a Mid-Century Modern sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
A Chesterfield has deep button-tufting, rolled arms and a back the same height as the arms. A Mid-Century Modern sofa favors a lower profile, tapered legs and a cleaner frame.
What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

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