1960s, Mid Century Bernes Vintage Curved Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous lines and solid construction. Mid Century and made by Berne furniture in Indiana in the same town as Dunbar and many other famous fine craftsman. Us as is or reupholster. T...
Wood
Contemporary Upholstered Sofa by Smith Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous contemporary upholstered sofa by Smith Brothers of Berne, IN. The sofa features a nice modern design with subtle curves and rolled arms.
Upholstery
Sold
H 37 in W 92.5 in D 32 in
Edward Wormley Dunbar Oasis Sofas in Ivory Boucle Early First Generation 1930s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
The price listed is per sofa. This is a rare first edition Oasis Sofa designed by Edward Wormley and created in the 1930s when he first began his tenure at the Dunbar furniture comp...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sofa, Model 5407 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Sofa signed with applied gold 'D' manufacturer's label to underside: [Dunbar Berne, Indiana].
Brass
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
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