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Black Leather Rosewood Sofa

Brazilian Rosewood Sofa Black Leather, 1960
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa Black Leather, 1960

Brazilian Rosewood Sofa Black Leather, 1960

By Percival Lafer

Located in Chicago, IL

Brazilian rosewood sofa black leather, 1960.  Style of Percival Lafer.  

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid Century Modern Three-Seat Sofa, Rosewood & Black Leather, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Three-Seat Sofa, Rosewood & Black Leather, 1960s

Mid Century Modern Three-Seat Sofa, Rosewood & Black Leather, 1960s

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid century modern 3-seater sofa in rosewood and leather circa 1960's, Denmark.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Italian Rosewood Veneer & Black Leather Platform Sofa, 1960s
Italian Rosewood Veneer & Black Leather Platform Sofa, 1960s

Italian Rosewood Veneer & Black Leather Platform Sofa, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sophisticated Italian modern three-seat sofa from the 1970s, combining luxurious materials with refined architectural design. The sculptural frame, crafted in richly figured Macassar...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame
Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame

Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame

By Ole Wanscher

Located in London, GB

Freestanding three seater sofa with Brazilian rosewood frame by Ole Wanscher.

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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1951
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1951

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1951

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1951 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and original black leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare sofa mo...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Three-Seater Sofa Model "Senior" in Rio Rosewood and Original Black Leather
Three-Seater Sofa Model "Senior" in Rio Rosewood and Original Black Leather

Three-Seater Sofa Model "Senior" in Rio Rosewood and Original Black Leather

By Steen Ostergaard, Jason Møbler

Located in Lejre, DK

— Origin: Denmark — Designer: Steen Østergaard — Manufacturer: Jason Møbler — Period: 1960s — Material: Rio rosewood and original black leather — Type: Three seater sofa — Dimensio...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Vintage Ekornes Scandinavian Modern Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Accents
Vintage Ekornes Scandinavian Modern Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Accents

Vintage Ekornes Scandinavian Modern Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Accents

By Ekornes

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Ekornes Scandinavian Modern Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Accents Vintage Norwegian modern three-seat sofa by Ekornes featuring black leather upholstery with richly toned...

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Tobia Scarpa, 1960's
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Tobia Scarpa, 1960's

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Tobia Scarpa, 1960's

By Tobia Scarpa

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Rosewood and Original Black Leather by Tobia Scarpa, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and original black leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare sofa ...

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

1960s MP-211 Sofa by Percival Lafer in black leather and rosewood
1960s MP-211 Sofa by Percival Lafer in black leather and rosewood

1960s MP-211 Sofa by Percival Lafer in black leather and rosewood

By Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

The piece reflects Lafer’s unique approach to furniture design, where engineering, ergonomics, and material expression are treated with equal importance. The sofa is defined by its ...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

1960s Amazonas Sofa by Jean Gillon for Wood Art in rosewood and black leather
1960s Amazonas Sofa by Jean Gillon for Wood Art in rosewood and black leather

1960s Amazonas Sofa by Jean Gillon for Wood Art in rosewood and black leather

By Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

The sofa has been restored by our team. The rosewood frame has been cleaned and refinished, preserving its original character.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Cord, Wood

Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s.
Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s.

Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s.

By Eran

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modern Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Eran, 1960s. Fantastic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern large three-seater sofa designed and manufactured by Erhardsen & Andersen (Eran)...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery
1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery

1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery

By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a gorgeous and authentic Knut Saeter rosewood sofa, produced by Vatne Mobler. This example has just been freshly reupholstered at a cost of well over $2500. The up...

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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Black Leather Long sofa Georg Thams
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Black Leather Long sofa Georg Thams

Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Black Leather Long sofa Georg Thams

By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Georg Thams

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare Mid-Century Modern black leather Model 64 - four seat sofa Designed by Georg Thams made in Denmark by Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood, Down

1970s MP-211 Two-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer in original black leather
1970s MP-211 Two-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer in original black leather

1970s MP-211 Two-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer in original black leather

By Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

The leather remains supple and beautifully preserved, complementing the rich tones of the rosewood structure.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather Seating Group "Monte Carlo", 1965
Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather Seating Group "Monte Carlo", 1965

Scandinavian Rosewood and Black Leather Seating Group "Monte Carlo", 1965

By Futura Möbler, Ingvar Stockum

Located in Karlstad, SE

This luxury version with its frame made of solid rosewood and black leather cushions filled with polyethylene is therefore quite rare.

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black
Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black

Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black

By Finn Juhl, France & Søn

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

The sofa has a solid rosewood frame and black leather seating.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

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1960s Georg Thams Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa
1960s Georg Thams Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa

1960s Georg Thams Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa

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H 26.78 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in

1960s Georg Thams Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa

By Georg Thams

Located in Handewitt, DE

1960s Georg Thams black leather three-seat sofa by Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sven Ivar Dysthe Four-Seat Sofa with Original Black Leather Upholstery
Sven Ivar Dysthe Four-Seat Sofa with Original Black Leather Upholstery

Sven Ivar Dysthe Four-Seat Sofa with Original Black Leather Upholstery

By Dokka Mobler, Sven Ivar Dysthe

Located in Sint Oedenrode, NL

Sven Ivar Dysthe four-seat is produced by Dokka Møbler in Oslo. The sofa is designed in Norway in the 1960s. The frame is made from rosewood and is upholstered in black leather.

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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Kho Liang Ie Sofa with Black Leather, Artifort, 1959
Kho Liang Ie Sofa with Black Leather, Artifort, 1959

Kho Liang Ie Sofa with Black Leather, Artifort, 1959

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in

Kho Liang Ie Sofa with Black Leather, Artifort, 1959

By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort

Located in Brussels, BE

One very rare sofa made of steel, painted steel and slats of moulded rosewood.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Percival Lafer Leather Sofa
Percival Lafer Leather Sofa

Percival Lafer Leather Sofa

Unavailable

H 27 in W 77 in D 30 in

Percival Lafer Leather Sofa

By Percival Lafer

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Rosewood and black leather sofa by Percival Lafer, Brazil.

Category

Vintage 1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo
Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo

Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 29.53 in D 94.49 in

Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo

By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland

High quality and elegant rosewood and black leather Torbjørn Afdal "Minerva" sofa for Bruksbo.

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Modular Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa Set
Modular Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa Set

Modular Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa Set

Unavailable

H 28 in W 25 in D 25 in

Modular Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa Set

Located in Long Beach, CA

Fantastic modular set in rosewood and black leather. Includes three seats and one table that can be arranged in a number of ways. The original leather shows a nice patina without sig...

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Mid-20th Century Living Room Sets

Gianni Songia for Sormani Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa / Daybed 1963
Gianni Songia for Sormani Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa / Daybed 1963

Gianni Songia for Sormani Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa / Daybed 1963

By Gianni Songia

Located in Berlin, DE

Very elegant and original design. Rosewood frame, buttoned black leather cushions. The backrest slides easily from sofa to daybed.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Black Leather Rosewood Sofa by Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen
Black Leather Rosewood Sofa by Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen

Black Leather Rosewood Sofa by Illum Wikkelso for N. Eilersen

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Utrecht, NL

Eilersen executed in a beautiful grained rosewood with black leather loose cushions and wonderful back support structure.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Finn Juhl Chieftain Sofa Couch Rosewood Elegance Black Leather
Finn Juhl Chieftain Sofa Couch Rosewood Elegance Black Leather

Finn Juhl Chieftain Sofa Couch Rosewood Elegance Black Leather

By Finn Juhl

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sofa designed by Finn Juhl Manufactured by Onecollection Finn Juhl (Denmark) Extraordinary piece of furniture is manufactured in a very exclusive, handcrafted version in walnut. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Percival Lafer Sofa Black Leather Rosewood Chrome
Percival Lafer Sofa Black Leather Rosewood Chrome

Percival Lafer Sofa Black Leather Rosewood Chrome

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H 26.38 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in

Percival Lafer Sofa Black Leather Rosewood Chrome

By Percival Lafer

Located in Mexico City, MX

1960s, wooden structure with backrest and seat in black leather upholstery.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Black Leather Low Danish Modern Couch Sofa Rosewood Legs
Beautiful Black Leather Low Danish Modern Couch Sofa Rosewood Legs

Beautiful Black Leather Low Danish Modern Couch Sofa Rosewood Legs

By Arne Vodder

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful black Leather low 3-seat Danish modern couch sofa with rosewood legs.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Scandinavian Sofa Rosewood and Black Leather, Denmark, 1960
Scandinavian Sofa Rosewood and Black Leather, Denmark, 1960

Scandinavian Sofa Rosewood and Black Leather, Denmark, 1960

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful shaped Scandinavian lounge sofa, Denmark 1960. This unique three-seater sofa has a solid rosewood frame with black leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1970s Rosewood Aluminum and Black Leather Sling Sofa
1970s Rosewood Aluminum and Black Leather Sling Sofa

1970s Rosewood Aluminum and Black Leather Sling Sofa

Located in St. Louis, MO

Reupholstered in black leather, Rosewood refinished

Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Black Leather 2-Seater Sofa with Rosewood, 1960s
Danish Black Leather 2-Seater Sofa with Rosewood, 1960s

Danish Black Leather 2-Seater Sofa with Rosewood, 1960s

Located in Breda, Netherlands

This mid century Danish sofa by Dux with base and legs in a deep dark rosewood has a lot going for it.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood Leather Sofa
Rosewood Leather Sofa

Rosewood Leather Sofa

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H 27 in W 80.5 in D 29.75 in

Rosewood Leather Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20th Century rosewood campaign black leather sofa with three drawers in base and button tafted cushions

Category

20th Century Unknown Sofas

Materials

Leather

Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa

Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa

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H 26 in W 74 in D 29.5 in

Norwegian Rosewood and Leather Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown. Manufacturer: Unknown. Period/Style: Norwegian Modern. Country: Norway. Date: 1970s. Dimensions: 26″ H x 74″ L x 29.5. Seat height 16″. Materials: Rosewoo...

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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Sofa in Rosewood and Black Leather of Danish Design, 1960s
Sofa in Rosewood and Black Leather of Danish Design, 1960s

Sofa in Rosewood and Black Leather of Danish Design, 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

Sofa in rosewood and black leather of Danish design from the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa

Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood and Black Leather Sofa

By Illums Bolighus

Located in Hamburg, PA

Luxurious Danish Mid Century Modern rosewood slatted sofa with beautiful grain and high quality black leather.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Scandinavian Midcentury Rosewood and Black Leather Sofas "Monte Carlo", 1965
Scandinavian Midcentury Rosewood and Black Leather Sofas "Monte Carlo", 1965

Scandinavian Midcentury Rosewood and Black Leather Sofas "Monte Carlo", 1965

By Futura Möbler, Ingvar Stockum

Located in Karlstad, SE

This luxury version with its frame made of solid rosewood and black leather cushions filled with polyethylene is therefore quite rare.

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch
Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch

Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch

By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter

Located in Surrey, BC

Norwegian four-seat sofa with rosewood frame, upholstered in original black leather, designed by Knut Sæter and manufactured by his own company, Vatne Lenestolfabrikk.

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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s
Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

By Hans Olsen

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Vintage Scandinavian sofa in beautiful capitunated black leather, Denmark – circa 1950-1960. The leather is still good condition with a beautiful patina. In very good condition...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch
Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch

Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Couch

By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Over the years these too will flatten out a bit, but will still retain comfort. Four-seat sofa designed by Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler. Rosewood frame with original black leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Scandinavian Black Leather and Rosewood Three-Seat Sofa by Bovenkamp, 1960s
Scandinavian Black Leather and Rosewood Three-Seat Sofa by Bovenkamp, 1960s

Scandinavian Black Leather and Rosewood Three-Seat Sofa by Bovenkamp, 1960s

By Bovenkamp

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Bovenkamp three-seat sofa in black leather and rosewood. The sofa is branded with the BOVENKAMP logo.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa
Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa

Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa

By Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter, Hans Olsen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler black leather and rosewood four-seat sofa couch.

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s
Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

Danish Rosewood Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950s-1960s

By Hans Olsen

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Period: 1950s-1960s. Material: Solid rosewood / black leather. Condition: Good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Finn Juhl Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa, Model No 218 "Jupiter"
Finn Juhl Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa, Model No 218 "Jupiter"

Finn Juhl Black Leather and Rosewood Sofa, Model No 218 "Jupiter"

By Finn Juhl

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Rare Finn Juhl black leather sofa, model no 218 “Jupiter” for France & Son.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rosewood Leather Lounge Sofa, Denmark, 1960
Rosewood Leather Lounge Sofa, Denmark, 1960

Rosewood Leather Lounge Sofa, Denmark, 1960

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H 27.56 in W 76.78 in D 31.5 in

Rosewood Leather Lounge Sofa, Denmark, 1960

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice solid rosewood and black leather lounge sofa made in Denmark, 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Finn Juhl Danish Modern Three-Seat "Jupiter" Sofa in Rosewood & Black Leather
Finn Juhl Danish Modern Three-Seat "Jupiter" Sofa in Rosewood & Black Leather

Finn Juhl Danish Modern Three-Seat "Jupiter" Sofa in Rosewood & Black Leather

By Finn Juhl, France & Søn

Located in Odense, DK

The base is made of solid rosewood and the upholstery in black leather. The sofa is in great vintage condition with few signs of wear to the leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

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Black Leather Rosewood Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the black leather rosewood sofa you’re looking for. Each black leather rosewood sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. There are 59 variations of the antique or vintage black leather rosewood sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the black leather rosewood sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A black leather rosewood sofa made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Vatne Møbler, Illum Wikkelsø and Cassina each produced at least one beautiful black leather rosewood sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a Black Leather Rosewood Sofa?

Prices for a black leather rosewood sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,921 and can go as high as $38,693, while the average can fetch as much as $5,504.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.