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Bean Sofa

White bean sofa in bouclé, 1960
White bean sofa in bouclé, 1960

White bean sofa in bouclé, 1960

Located in Milano, Lombardia

“Fagiolone” model sofa with white bouclé fabric upholstery, probably made in Italy around the 1960s. The soft and enveloping shape, characterized by full volumes and continuous profi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Cotton

1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional
1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional

1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning near mint condition 1980's Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa by Directional. Comes in it's original upholstery, purchased from the original owner who barley ever sat on it, this ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood

George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Kvadrat "Haakon" Mohair-Velvet
George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Kvadrat "Haakon" Mohair-Velvet

George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Kvadrat "Haakon" Mohair-Velvet

By Tom Dixon

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is the rarest-of-the-rare, it being a peerless, immaculate Tom Dixon-designed "Bean" large 4-seat sofa from George Smith, dressed in a peerless, elegant, to...

Category

2010s British Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Mid-Blue Bute "Tiree" Boucle
George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Mid-Blue Bute "Tiree" Boucle

George Smith "Bean" 4-Seat Sofa by Tom Dixon in Mid-Blue Bute "Tiree" Boucle

By Tom Dixon

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is the rarest-of-the-rare, it being a peerless, immaculate Tom Dixon-designed "Bean" large 4-seat sofa from George Smith, dressed in a peerless, elegant, to...

Category

2010s British Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style
Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style

Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style

By Weiman Preview Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A kidney-shaped sofa that features a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back. These sofas are newly produced and have been handcrafted with a solid hardwood frame, m...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Pirouette Beans Multicolor jacquard fabric sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture
Pirouette Beans Multicolor jacquard fabric sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture

Pirouette Beans Multicolor jacquard fabric sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture

By Lorenza Bozzoli

Located in Milan, IT

The Pirouette Sofa is the evolution of the iconic Pirouette armchair, introducing sculptural form and bold sophistication to contemporary interiors.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

1950s Free Shape Italian Sofa
1950s Free Shape Italian Sofa

1950s Free Shape Italian Sofa

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Sofa so-called bean or free "shape" consisting of a wooden structure covered with grey deer buckskin like fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Fabric

Ico Parisi, pair of rare egg sofas model 812, 177x77 cm, for Cassina, 1953
Ico Parisi, pair of rare egg sofas model 812, 177x77 cm, for Cassina, 1953

Ico Parisi, pair of rare egg sofas model 812, 177x77 cm, for Cassina, 1953

By Ico Parisi

Located in Como, CO

Ponti is not exaggerating. The curvy sofa, with its bean-shaped silhouette, is the next logical step from the successful `egg' armchair, an updated version with more seats.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

Contemporary all-natural Ergonomic Beanbag Lounger with organic foam and lentisl
Contemporary all-natural Ergonomic Beanbag Lounger with organic foam and lentisl

Contemporary all-natural Ergonomic Beanbag Lounger with organic foam and lentisl

By Nina Edwards Anker

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Beanie lounger is a comfortable textile-covered lounger whose seat is comprised of one long bean bag. The sofa incorporates daybeds facing opposite directions.

Category

2010s American Minimalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Organic Material, Wool, Upholstery, Wood

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Italian Curved 2-Seat Sofa, 1950s
Italian Curved 2-Seat Sofa, 1950s

Italian Curved 2-Seat Sofa, 1950s

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H 26.78 in W 61.03 in D 31.5 in

Italian Curved 2-Seat Sofa, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

Italian-made bean sofa produced in the 1950s. Padded wooden structure lined with new fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Paisley Sofa by Kunaal Kyhaan
Paisley Sofa by Kunaal Kyhaan

Paisley Sofa by Kunaal Kyhaan

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H 33 in W 75 in D 45 in

Paisley Sofa by Kunaal Kyhaan

By KUNAAL KYHAAN

Located in Pune, IN

Just like the intricate dance of opposing forces, the Jelly Bean Sofa introduces a distinctive connection to your living space.

Category

2010s Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Curved Conversation Sofa in Green Velvet with Table
Curved Conversation Sofa in Green Velvet with Table

Curved Conversation Sofa in Green Velvet with Table

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H 28.35 in W 81.5 in D 42.52 in

Curved Conversation Sofa in Green Velvet with Table

By Carlo Donati Studio

Located in Milan, IT

'Velvet Bean' Teal Peacock Green Velvet Sofa with Cocktail Table.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Iron

Curved Conversation Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet with Table
Curved Conversation Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet with Table

Curved Conversation Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet with Table

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H 28.35 in W 81.5 in D 42.52 in

Curved Conversation Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet with Table

By Carlo Donati Studio

Located in Milan, IT

'Velvet Bean' Soft Pink Velvet Sofa with Cocktail Plectrum table.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Iron

Bean Shaped Sofa Velvet, Italy, 1950s
Bean Shaped Sofa Velvet, Italy, 1950s

Bean Shaped Sofa Velvet, Italy, 1950s

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H 32.68 in W 107.49 in D 48.82 in

Bean Shaped Sofa Velvet, Italy, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Bean-shaped sofa; spring padding, velvet lining.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy
Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

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H 29.53 in W 83.47 in D 37.41 in

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Category

Mid-20th Century European Other Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, Beige Upholstery, Italy
Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, Beige Upholstery, Italy

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, Beige Upholstery, Italy

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H 29.53 in W 83.47 in D 37.41 in

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, Beige Upholstery, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, Beige Upholstery, Italy

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy
Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

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H 29.53 in W 83.47 in D 37.41 in

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

Contemporary Bean Shaped Sofa, White Upholstery, Italy

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas
Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas

Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas

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H 39 in W 93 in D 33 in

Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas

Located in Dallas, TX

An exceptional pair of vintage kidney bean shaped sofas are the perfect blend of traditional style with modern touch.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

3-seater “bean” shaped sofa. Contemporary work.
3-seater “bean” shaped sofa. Contemporary work.

3-seater “bean” shaped sofa. Contemporary work.

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H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in

3-seater “bean” shaped sofa. Contemporary work.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

3-seater “bean” or curved sofa, with a gap between the bottom of the backrest and the seat, composed of 4 conical legs in slightly veined solid blond beech interlocking in the backre...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Beech

1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa
1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa

1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa

By Directional

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa in black Miore pattern fabric with channel tufted back c.1980’s.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofas or Loveseats
Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofas or Loveseats

Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofas or Loveseats

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful matching pair of kidney bean shaped sofas circa 1980s. These feature gorgeous silhouettes with their original upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet
Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet

Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet

By Weiman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This lovely gently curved sofa has just been stripped down to the frame and is awaiting new upholstery. After purchase we will upholster this sofa in this lovely white textured fabri...

Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Postmodern Black Curved Sofa
Vintage Postmodern Black Curved Sofa

Vintage Postmodern Black Curved Sofa

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H 28 in W 92 in D 38 in

Vintage Postmodern Black Curved Sofa

By Directional

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage Post Modern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa in black Miore pattern fabric with channel tufted back c.1980’s.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxe Curved and Grey Velvet Sofa
Luxe Curved and Grey Velvet Sofa

Luxe Curved and Grey Velvet Sofa

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H 29 in W 98 in D 36 in

Luxe Curved and Grey Velvet Sofa

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning curved sofa from the 1930-1940s. Elongated bean shaped sofa is beautiful and fully refurbished.

Category

Vintage 1930s Modern Sofas

Sofa Fabric Foam Brass Spring, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Sofa Fabric Foam Brass Spring, Italy, 1950s-1960s

Sofa Fabric Foam Brass Spring, Italy, 1950s-1960s

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H 34.65 in W 86.62 in D 44.49 in

Sofa Fabric Foam Brass Spring, Italy, 1950s-1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Three-seat bean-shaped sofa. Spring and foam padding, fabric upholstery, brass legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work
Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

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H 35.04 in W 94.49 in D 24.81 in

Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Peacock blue velvet sofa in the style of the 1950s. Nice curved "bean" shape, the sofa stands on four small gilt bronze legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa
1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa

1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 76.78 in D 23.63 in

1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Curved sofa with flared armrests standing on six conical woo feet. Covered with a new blue on grey background fabric. 1950s-1960s Italian work. This sofa has been entirely reuphols...

Category

Vintage 1950s Canapes

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970
Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

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H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 39.38 in

Leather Lounge Sofa in Natural Leather, Italy, 1970

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Super shaped lounge sofa / bean bag seat designed and made by unknown designer or manufacturer, Italy 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Kidney Bean Crescent Shaped Curved Sofa
Kidney Bean Crescent Shaped Curved Sofa

Kidney Bean Crescent Shaped Curved Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 94 in D 42 in

Kidney Bean Crescent Shaped Curved Sofa

Located in Chattanooga, TN

The crescent shaped, curved sofa was made famous by legendary designers. Kidney bean shaped couches have long been desired by Mid-Century Modern collectors, but this beauty traverses...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Wonderful Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa Labeled Directional
Wonderful Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa Labeled Directional

Wonderful Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa Labeled Directional

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa with Directional label-Vladimir Kagan style.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Bean Shaped Patterned Sofa by Gio Ponti, Italy, Certified
Vintage Bean Shaped Patterned Sofa by Gio Ponti, Italy, Certified

Vintage Bean Shaped Patterned Sofa by Gio Ponti, Italy, Certified

By Gio Ponti

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1930s. This sofa by Gio Ponti features a wooden structure and legs, and fabric upholstery, which has been recently changed. It might show slight traces of use since i...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fairy-Tale Kidney Bean Beige Velvet Sofa by Roberto Ventura, Italy
Fairy-Tale Kidney Bean Beige Velvet Sofa by Roberto Ventura, Italy

Fairy-Tale Kidney Bean Beige Velvet Sofa by Roberto Ventura, Italy

By Roberto Ventura

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 2000s. This sofa has a surreal and fairy-tale design and is upholstered in beige velvet. Its upholstery is vintage, therefore it might need to be reupholstered, but ...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofa Set in White
Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofa Set in White

Pair of Midcentury Italian Modern Curved Kidney Bean Cloud Sofa Set in White

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A beautiful matching pair of kidney bean shaped sofas circa 1980s these feature gorgeous silhouettes with their original upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet
Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet

Weiman Style Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Mid Century Sofa in Textured White Velvet

By Weiman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This lovely gently curved sofa has just been totally reupholstered in a lovely white textured velvet.

Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Grey Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work
Grey Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Grey Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

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H 35.04 in W 94.49 in D 24.81 in

Grey Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Grey velvet sofa in the style of the 1950s. Nice curved "bean" shape, the sofa stands on four small gilt varnished metal legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Valdimir Kagan Biomorphic Curved Sofa for Directional
Valdimir Kagan Biomorphic Curved Sofa for Directional

Valdimir Kagan Biomorphic Curved Sofa for Directional

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large curved sofa designed by Kagan for Directional. Very well constructed, heavy comfortable kidney bean shaped sofa comes with two throw pillows.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Copper Brown Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work
Copper Brown Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Copper Brown Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

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H 35.04 in W 94.49 in D 24.81 in

Copper Brown Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Copper brown velvet sofa in the style of the 1950s. Nice curved "bean" shape, the sofa stands on four small gilt varnished metal legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's
Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

Raphael Raffel Cognac Leather Mini Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's

By Raphael Raffel, Honoré Paris

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Raphael Raffel cognac leather mini Croissant sofa for Honore Paris, 1970's. This piece is a soft form sofa filled with bean bag material for a comfortable and cozy seat.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Oversized Leather Bean Bag Sofa, Italy, 1970s
Oversized Leather Bean Bag Sofa, Italy, 1970s

Oversized Leather Bean Bag Sofa, Italy, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large, over sized vintage bean-bag sofa in black leather. Most likely Italian- 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Directional, 1970s
Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Directional, 1970s

Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Directional, 1970s

By Directional

Located in New London, CT

A refreshing break from the wildly popular cloud sofa also produced by Directional, this kidney shaped design is equally pleasing to the eye, but a bit more rare. Clean presentable c...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chenille

Exquisite Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Exquisite Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

Exquisite Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s, this sofa has a brass base with original lighting.  

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s
Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s

Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

Biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

McCollin Bryan Coffee Bean Table

McCollin Bryan Coffee Bean Table

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H 13.78 in Dm 31.5 in

McCollin Bryan Coffee Bean Table

By Mccollin Bryan

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

McCollin Bryan coffee bean table in black handcast scagliola.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Sofa Tables

Materials

Scagliola

Italian Midcentury Two Seats Velvet Sofa, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Two Seats Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Two Seats Velvet Sofa, 1950s

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H 26.78 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in

Italian Midcentury Two Seats Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in Savona, IT

1950s Italian manufacture couch, Wooden frame bean, padded and upholstered with new blue velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Sofa, Biomorphic Kidney Form for Directional Furniture, 1980s
Vladimir Kagan Sofa, Biomorphic Kidney Form for Directional Furniture, 1980s

Vladimir Kagan Sofa, Biomorphic Kidney Form for Directional Furniture, 1980s

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

Biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Biomorphic Kidney Form Sofa by Directional Furniture in Emerald Green Velvet
Biomorphic Kidney Form Sofa by Directional Furniture in Emerald Green Velvet

Biomorphic Kidney Form Sofa by Directional Furniture in Emerald Green Velvet

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in New York, NY

Classic biomorphic kidney bean shaped curved sofa made by Directional Furniture.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

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Wittmann Black Velvet Miles Sofa by Sebastian Herkner IN STOCK

Wittmann Black Velvet Miles Sofa by Sebastian Herkner IN STOCK

$1,980Sale Price|86% Off

H 29.14 in W 75.2 in D 37.01 in

Wittmann Black Velvet Miles Sofa by Sebastian Herkner IN STOCK

By Wittmann, Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

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Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

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$10,559 / item

H 33.08 in W 70.87 in D 70.87 in

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Located in Tilburg, NL

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$11,800

H 23 in W 89 in D 36 in

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By Steve Chase

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. USA. Reupholstered in grey/taupe mohair.

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Bean Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the bean sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, bouclé and upholstery, every bean sofa was constructed with great care. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage bean sofa now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a bean sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bean sofa bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bean sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tom Dixon, Annabelle Selldorf and Directional produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bean Sofa?

The average selling price for a bean sofa at 1stDibs is $8,978, while they’re typically $995 on the low end and $22,850 for the highest priced.

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.