$12,945
H 36 in W 93 in D 36 in
Modern Avant-Garde Sofa with Jumbo Channel in Light Blue Crushed Velvet
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Avant-garde sofa design with jumbo, paired channels slightly resembling lady fingers from the back
Velvet, Maple
$14,270 / item
H 32 in W 94.25 in D 39.5 in
Avant-garde Sofa and Daybed with Dark Green Animal Printed Velvet
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Avante-garde sofa and daybed. Bench cushion is stuffed with spring core high-density foam cushions
Satin, Velvet
$15,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 110.24 in D 41.34 in
Avant-Garde Minimalist Sofa Ft. Cape-like Fabric Draped Over the Armrests
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sculptural sofa draws inspiration from the bold pleated structure of traditional Scottish
Upholstery, Velvet
“Bolla” Sofa – Attributed to Gianni Ruffi, Italy, 1970s
By Gianni Ruffi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for modern, mid-century, or avant-garde interiors, the Bolla sofa stands as an iconic expression of
Fabric
$4,273Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.41 in W 80.71 in D 33.86 in
Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Milano, IT
At the height of the Seventies, in an era of innovation and avant-garde design, a sofa was born
Metal
Sausage Sofa, Willo Perron, 15M, Velvet, Mustard
By Willo Perron
Located in Barcelona, ES
unexpected ways. Whether placed in a gallery, public space, or avant-garde interior, the 11M Sausage Sofa is
Polyester, Velvet
Sausage Sofa, Willo Perron, 15M, Canvas, Beige
By Willo Perron
Located in Barcelona, ES
unexpected ways. Whether placed in a gallery, public space, or avant-garde interior, the 11M Sausage Sofa is
Canvas, Polyester
Sausage Sofa, Willo Perron, 11M, Velvet, Mustard
By Willo Perron
Located in Barcelona, ES
unexpected ways. Whether placed in a gallery, public space, or avant-garde interior, the 11M Sausage Sofa is
Polyester, Velvet
Sausage Sofa, Willo Perron, 11M, Canvas, Beige
By Willo Perron
Located in Barcelona, ES
unexpected ways. Whether placed in a gallery, public space, or avant-garde interior, the 11M Sausage Sofa is
Canvas, Polyester
$6,500
H 29.75 in W 61.5 in D 31.5 in
A Danish modern leather and oak 2212 loveseat by Børge Mogensen, signed, 1962
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in View Park, CA
marriage of craftsman and mid century sensibilities as well as an emblem of avant-garde ruggedness
Leather, Wood
Sofa / Disused Collection
By Supaform
Located in Firenze, IT
This Avant Garde sofa is made of high-quality powder-coated steel. The sofa can be complemented by
Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 94.89 in D 31.5 in
Avant Garde "Maralunga" Sofa, Vico Magistretti Designed by Cassina, Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
avant-garde mechanism, patented by Cassina, makes the back cushion unfold and move upwards, to form a
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 31.5 in
Avant Garde "Maralunga" Two-Seater Designed by Vico Magistretti, Cassina, Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
in excellent condition. This avant-garde mechanism, patented by Cassina, makes the back cushion
Leather
Vintage Sofa with Wooden Armrests
Located in High Point, NC
Designed in the 1960’s, this avant-garde four-seater sofa showcases a brutalist base with boldly
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century Scandinavian Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
foot in the center. The leather frame with comfortable armrests grants the sofa an avant-garde
Metal
Julep sofa by Jonas Wagell for Tacchini Italy
By Tacchini, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture
Located in amstelveen, NL
Experience the romance and grace of 1950s avant-garde design with the Julep sofa, crafted in 2018
Fabric
Maralunga 3-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1990s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
avant-garde mechanism of the Maralunga sofa allows the backrest cushion to recline and rise upwards
Textile
Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Norwalk, CT
mid-century Danish design, reminiscent of the era's daring and avant-garde spirit. This sofa is more
Oak
Sold
H 26 in W 74 in D 38 in
A two-seater “Plumy” sofa by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna, France circa 1979
By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus
Located in View Park, CA
-thinking designers. The Plumy sofa was one such piece, marrying comfort with avant-garde sophistication
Fabric, Wood
Two-seater Djinn Sofa by Oliver Mourgue 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
symbol for design and film enthusiasts. Despite initial resistance to its avant-garde design, the Djinn
Fabric
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 24.02 in
Gastone Rinaldi Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Armchair for RIMA, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Puglia, Puglia
). In 1956 RIMA began producing sofas with avant-garde metal folding structures, of which the best
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in Dm 46.46 in
Gastone Rinaldi Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table Set for Rima, 1970s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Puglia, Puglia
), and the chair Sabrina Chair (70s). In 1956 RIMA began producing sofas with avant-garde metal folding
Metal
Set of 4 Sabrina Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima 70s, Italy
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Padova, IT
1956 RIMA began producing sofas with avant-garde folding metal structures, of which the best example is
Steel
Set of 4 Sabrina Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima 70s, Italy
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Padova, IT
1956 RIMA began producing sofas with avant-garde folding metal structures, of which the best example is
Metal
Avant Garde Tri-Tone Colorblocked Scandinavian Sofa
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Houston, TX
Sofa has been restored in three colors of Sunbrella Fabric with teak legs and arms. Black Fabric
Maralunga 2-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1990s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
avant-garde mechanism of the Maralunga sofa allows the backrest cushion to recline and rise upwards
Fabric
Sold
H 31.89 in W 25.2 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Gastone Rinaldi Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs for RIMA, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Puglia, Puglia
). In 1956 RIMA began producing sofas with Avant Garde metal folding structures, of which the best
Metal
Sold
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 21.26 in
Four Gastone Rinaldi Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs for RIMA, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Puglia, Puglia
producing sofas with Avant Garde metal folding structures, of which the best example is the Saturno Sofa
Chrome
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 24.81 in
Gastone Rinaldi Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather Armchair for RIMA, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Puglia, Puglia
). In 1956 RIMA began producing sofas with avant-garde metal folding structures, of which the best
Metal
Brutalist Italian Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
Dining chairs Brutalist style Walnut Made in Italy Seat height 44cm Price is per chair and can be ordered in any quantity. These contemporary Italian dining chairs are a striki...
Beech
$5,495 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pink Murano Glass & Brass Luxury Bedside Tables: Italian Artistry Modern Bedroom
Located in Guazzora, IT
These luxury bedside tables in pink Murano glass and brass exemplify exquisite Italian craftsmanship and Mid-Century Modern style. Handcrafted in Italy exclusively for Milan Fashio...
Brass
$9,250
H 29 in W 39 in D 79 in
Custom Made Rosso Levanto Marble Red Dining Ellipse Table 2025 Creation
Located in İnegöl, TR
ROSSO LEVANTO MARBLE DINING TABLE Type of Marble: Rosso Levanto Dimensions: 79" x 39" Leg Model: Rosso Levanto Customizable: Available! Production Time: 3-4 Weeks Shipping Cost: Fre...
Marble
Highclere Castle Jewellery Box
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Over the years, British design company Linley has developed expertise in creating scaled versions of famous architectural buildings including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the R...
Maple
$27,500 / set
H 27.5 in W 37.5 in D 37.5 in
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia First Edition 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa, 1970
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
'Camaleonda' First Edition modular sofa, designed by Mario Bellini, for C&B Italia, 1970. The structure is constructed of wood and upholstery in fabric. Original label. Prod. C&B,...
Fabric, Wood
$19,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs,...
Bouclé, Plastic
Italian Naturalistic Dining Table in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, pine, Italy, 1960s The substantial size, peculiar material use, and superb carvings, combine to form an exceptional table perfect for anyone looking to infuse their ho...
Pine
$923 / set
H 15.75 in W 13.78 in D 19.69 in
Two Mid Century GFM Stools in Drawing Jacquard by Dedar, E. Homa, Europe, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful pair of two stools designed by Edmund Homa. The stool was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory from solid beechwood. The GFM type stool is regarded one...
Textile, Beech
Pink Marble Oval Side Table - Trio II
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Elevate your interiors with the TRIO № III pink marble side table, featuring a smooth square oval top supported by three sculptural cylinder bases. Crafted from solid pink marble, ea...
Travertine
$3,275 / set
H 25.79 in W 18.9 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Carved Spanish Nightstands with Solomonic Legs and Crest
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of solid carved Spanish nightstands with Solomonic columns and carved crest under the drawers in oak wood. It has one carved drawer and Solomonic T.form stretcher.
Walnut
Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super cool Danish 1940s curved three seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This mode...
Wool, Beech
Trio-Leo Bench, Camel Bouclé & Wood Bench by Christian Siriano
By Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order tri-base & bouclé bench designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric: Camel Bouclé (available in custom fabric) Base: Black Lacquered Maple (available in custom finish) ...
Bouclé, Maple
Mah Jong by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois 1st Edition Sofa
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare and iconic 1st edition circa 1971 Mah Jong modular sectional sofa consisting of ten element pillows. The sofa was designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois in this avant-garde de...
Fabric, Foam
$4,451
H 16.54 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Light Orsa from Goldkant, Germany 1960s
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in München, BY
A cocoon pendant lamp made by Goldkant, model "Orsa", Germany in the 1960s. The lamp has been manufactured in the design of the lamps made by Achille Castiglioni. The lamp shade is...
Metal
Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970
By Mario Bellini
Located in Cascina, Pisa
The Camaleonda sofa is one of the most iconic creations by Mario Bellini, designed in 1970 for the company B&B Italia. This sofa exemplifies how design can be functional, modular, an...
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch and pink velvet floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 68.0" Height x ...
Velvet, Birch
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
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