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Antique “Open Back” 2-Seat Sofa – In Fish Print Linen
Antique “Open Back” 2-Seat Sofa – In Fish Print Linen

Antique “Open Back” 2-Seat Sofa – In Fish Print Linen

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is a superb, antique Open-Back compact 2-Seat Sofa, dressed in a stunning, striking and unashamedly-eccentric fish-print linen-fabric, and with oak-woodwork...

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American Art Deco 6-Piece Wicker Living Room Set, Green & Yellow
American Art Deco 6-Piece Wicker Living Room Set, Green & Yellow

American Art Deco 6-Piece Wicker Living Room Set, Green & Yellow

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 6 American Art Deco wicker salon / living room set painted green & yellow with an arch form back & open weave trim (sofa, 2 armchairs, rocker, recamier, coffee table)

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20th Century American Art Deco Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Early 20thC Mahogany Console Table with Inlaid Bell Flowers by Wellington Hall
Early 20thC Mahogany Console Table with Inlaid Bell Flowers by Wellington Hall

Early 20thC Mahogany Console Table with Inlaid Bell Flowers by Wellington Hall

By Wellington Hall Ltd

Located in Port Jervis, NY

A beautifully built table which will work great in a hall or up against the back of an open room sofa.

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Vintage 1920s American Adam Style Console Tables

Materials

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Salon Sofa
Early 20th Century Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Salon Sofa

Early 20th Century Edwardian Inlaid Rosewood Salon Sofa

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Petit Edwardian salon sofa, circa 1910. Open back sofa featuring an inlaid backrest.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Rosewood

Edward Wormley 1953 'Open Back' or 'New York' Sofa by Dunbar
Edward Wormley 1953 'Open Back' or 'New York' Sofa by Dunbar

Edward Wormley 1953 'Open Back' or 'New York' Sofa by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Utrecht, NL

Very rare fully restored 'open back sofa' / model 5316 designed in 1953 by Edward Wormley by Dunbar USA.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Open Back Wool Sofa, Italy, circa 1960
Open Back Wool Sofa, Italy, circa 1960

Open Back Wool Sofa, Italy, circa 1960

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H 35 in W 78.5 in D 34 in

Open Back Wool Sofa, Italy, circa 1960

Located in Culver City, CA

Open back wool sofa, Italy, circa 1960. Newly reupholstered in striped wool maharam fabric, on black metal and brass feet.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests and spindle back carved from solid beech wood and made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk as model 9...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Wool

Danish Midcentury Open Arm Spindle Back Sofa Model 95 by Slagelse
Danish Midcentury Open Arm Spindle Back Sofa Model 95 by Slagelse

Danish Midcentury Open Arm Spindle Back Sofa Model 95 by Slagelse

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Sought after three-seat open arm sofa in beech and wool manufactured in Denmark in the 1940s by Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 95. The frame is in very good original condition with the...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Dunbar Open Arm Sofa with Bracket Backs by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Open Arm Sofa with Bracket Backs by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Open Arm Sofa with Bracket Backs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare open-arm sectional sofa with exposed bracket back frames.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Swedish Neoclassic Sofa Bench W/Open Hourglass Back-Splat Design, Early 19th C
Swedish Neoclassic Sofa Bench W/Open Hourglass Back-Splat Design, Early 19th C

Swedish Neoclassic Sofa Bench W/Open Hourglass Back-Splat Design, Early 19th C

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Neoclassical style carved-wood sofa bench from the early 19th century. This antique settee from Sweden features a straight back rail atop a beautiful succession of open bac...

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Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa
Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa

Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Quite comfortable Danish style floating high back sofa. Open sided teak base framing, and the absence of a back stretcher, lend to the floating appearance of this black striped cheni...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas

Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa
Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa

Danish Teak Wood & Black Chenille High Back Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Quite comfortable Danish style floating high back sofa. Open sided teak base framing, and the absence of a back stretcher, lend to the floating appearance of this black striped cheni...

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Button Back Sofa in Linen Blend, England, circa 1880
Button Back Sofa in Linen Blend, England, circa 1880

Button Back Sofa in Linen Blend, England, circa 1880

Located in Culver City, CA

Open arm button back sofa recently upholstered in floral linen and cotton blend by House of Hackney Measures: 59”L x 32”D x 32.5”H x 18”seat.

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Antique 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

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H 35.25 in W 84.75 in D 24.25 in

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

Located in Charleston, SC

19th century Swedish Gustavian style sofa with open back in cream white patina and with slight traces of gold leaf.

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

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H 37.5 in W 78 in D 24.5 in

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa

Located in Charleston, SC

19th century Swedish Gustavian style sofa with open back, reeded apron and side rails in cream white patina and with slight traces of gold leaf.

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Tete-a-tete Conversation Sofa on Brass Bases
Tete-a-tete Conversation Sofa on Brass Bases

Tete-a-tete Conversation Sofa on Brass Bases

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Conversation sofa with open back. Solid brass bases.

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Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A
Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Located in Lewes, England

It has a plain wood frame open back as with all Biedermeier sofa and we will both re-polish the sofa prior to shipping.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

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Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A
Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Located in Lewes, England

It has a plain wood frame open back as with all Biedermeier sofa and we will both re-polish the sofa prior to shipping.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas

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Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A
Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Located in Lewes, England

It has a plain wood frame open back as with all Biedermeier sofa and we will both re-polish the sofa prior to shipping.

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Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A

Located in Lewes, England

It has a plain wood frame open back as with all Biedermeier sofa and we will both re-polish the sofa prior to shipping.

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Edward Wormley Open Back Sofas for Dunbar Original Dorothy Liebes Woven Textile
Edward Wormley Open Back Sofas for Dunbar Original Dorothy Liebes Woven Textile

Edward Wormley Open Back Sofas for Dunbar Original Dorothy Liebes Woven Textile

By Edward Wormley, Dorothy Liebes

Located in Dallas, TX

This is an early rare pair of floating back sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 6133. They are upholstered in the original Dorothy Liebes loom-woven textile and were ac...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Edward Wormley Sofa for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Sofa for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Sofa for Dunbar

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H 29 in W 71 in D 29 in

Edward Wormley Sofa for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Rare Wormley walnut framed open back sofa with an X-base. Newly reupholstered and refinished.

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Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

Danish 1940s Spindle Back Sofa with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests and spindle back carved from solid beech wood and made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk as model 9...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Fritz Hansen Attributed 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests and Spindle Back
Fritz Hansen Attributed 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests and Spindle Back

Fritz Hansen Attributed 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests and Spindle Back

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fantastic 1940s Fritz Hansen attributed sofa in the company's characteristic style of open armrests and spindle back.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Solid Danish Teak Slat-Back Sofa by HW Klein for Bramin Mobler
Solid Danish Teak Slat-Back Sofa by HW Klein for Bramin Mobler

Solid Danish Teak Slat-Back Sofa by HW Klein for Bramin Mobler

By Henry Walter Klein, Bramin Mobler

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is the classically perfect, solid teak, Danish sofa designed by HW Klein for Bramin Mobler. This is a beautifully designed sofa with gorgeous dovetail joint details and an open...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Christian Liaigre Latin Sofa
Christian Liaigre Latin Sofa

Christian Liaigre Latin Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 85 in D 34 in

Christian Liaigre Latin Sofa

By Christian Liaigre

Located in Miami, FL

“Latin" sofa by Christian Liaigre, upholstered deep armless, and open slanted sofa, with tight back and seat upholstery, with down-filled loose back seat cushions.

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1990s French Sofas

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Danish 1940s Spindleback Sofa by Alfred Christensen
Danish 1940s Spindleback Sofa by Alfred Christensen

Danish 1940s Spindleback Sofa by Alfred Christensen

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Sculptural and very beautiful 1940s model 117 high back open arm sofa made of stained and lacquered beech wood designed by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk.

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Caviuna Sofa, Brazil, 1955
Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Caviuna Sofa, Brazil, 1955

Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Caviuna Sofa, Brazil, 1955

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

A nice detail is the open back, this sofa looks beautiful from the back as well so could also be standing free in a space.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Brazilian Rosewood Open Back Sofa with Red Leather by Fatima Architects
Brazilian Rosewood Open Back Sofa with Red Leather by Fatima Architects

Brazilian Rosewood Open Back Sofa with Red Leather by Fatima Architects

By Fatima Architects

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A highly grained rosewood frame sofa upholstered in bright red leather by Fatima Architects, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The sides of the sofa are also upholstered and the rosewood shows...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas

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Stylish Open Back Regence Sofa
Stylish Open Back Regence Sofa

Stylish Open Back Regence Sofa

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H 32.5 in W 85 in D 36.5 in

Stylish Open Back Regence Sofa

Located in San Francisco, CA

An elegant regency upholstered sofa
In a subtle white linen covered down cushion with foam core
Bordered with classic nail head trim,
exposed legs at the back an...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Slat Back Open Frame Sofa by Folke Ohlson for Dux
Slat Back Open Frame Sofa by Folke Ohlson for Dux

Slat Back Open Frame Sofa by Folke Ohlson for Dux

Located in Pasadena, CA

A classic mid 1950's slat back three seat American sofa by DUX with new upholstery, dark walnut finish, exposed open frame construction, and knife edge carved armrest continuing to t...

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Vintage 1950s American Sofas

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Wood, Upholstery

French Art Deco Moustache Back Convertible Sofa
French Art Deco Moustache Back Convertible Sofa

French Art Deco Moustache Back Convertible Sofa

Located in Hialeah, FL

French Art Deco Moustache Back Convertible Sofa. Opens to a bed. Size when open 46.75 deep by 60" long.

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Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Open Back Settee

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Open Back Settee

Located in San Francisco, CA

This extremely rare settee by Edward Wormley for Dunbar is completely original. It's graceful lines are reminiscent of Grecian furniture. A truly wonderful piece.
Fully docume...

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Gustavian Sofa
Gustavian Sofa

Gustavian Sofa

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H 38.5 in W 93.25 in D 26 in

Gustavian Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Open back Gustavian Sofa with guilloche carved seats and back rails in a soft, pale blue patina.

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Custom Upholstered Center Stage Sofa

Custom Upholstered Center Stage Sofa

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H 32.25 in W 82.5 in D 33.5 in

Custom Upholstered Center Stage Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Sofa with open back and sides. The wood frame is embellished with stylized reeded details and geometric wood inset.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Settees

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Wood, Upholstery

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Italian Giacometti Style Iron & Glass Serpent Console Table

By Diego Giacometti

Located in Hamburg, PA

Italian console table in the manner of Diego Giacometti. Hand-hammered iron frame with a dark patinated finish and a 3/4-inch-thick rectangular glass top. The base is sculptural rat...

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20th Century Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Handblown crystal vase in blue with a country style easter design. Hand-carved by Bavarian glass artists . A rich garland of trees and flowers with rabitts all around. One rabbit sit...

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2010s German Country Vases

Materials

Crystal

1950s French Console Table, Wrought Iron with Slate Top and Scrollwork
1950s French Console Table, Wrought Iron with Slate Top and Scrollwork

1950s French Console Table, Wrought Iron with Slate Top and Scrollwork

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This elegant French console features a finely wrought iron base with ornate scrollwork and acanthus motifs, finished in a rich, timeworn patina. Topped with a dark slate top, the pie...

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Late 20th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Slate, Iron

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern
Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural pair of armchairs, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Bentwood

Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue
Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue

Antique Oushak Carpet, Turkish Handmade Oriental Rugs, Coral, Orange, Light Blue

Located in Port Washington, NY

West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having fine Oriental rugs. size 17x23. ...

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Antique 19th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Nice Midcentury French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « landscape »
Nice Midcentury French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « landscape »

Nice Midcentury French Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry « landscape »

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms with wool, and cotton . .The "verdure" genre was very popular in the 17th century and gave rise to sumptuous tapes...

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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Cotton

AV Mazzega. Hollywood Regency Murano glass leaves sconce, Italy, 1970s
AV Mazzega. Hollywood Regency Murano glass leaves sconce, Italy, 1970s

AV Mazzega. Hollywood Regency Murano glass leaves sconce, Italy, 1970s

By Angelo Vittorio Mazzega, Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency style Murano glass leaves sconce by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s. This wall light is composed of ten Murano glass leaves in semitransparent tone, with “frosted” style gl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Single Wall Light by Candle
Single Wall Light by Candle

Single Wall Light by Candle

$2,800

H 43.5 in W 9 in D 10 in

Single Wall Light by Candle

By Candle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single Wall light by Candle. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. Brushed satin glass diffuser, satin nickel armature, custom backplate. Rewired for U.S. standards. We recommend three...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Hand-forged Swedish Iron Candelabra, 1940s
Hand-forged Swedish Iron Candelabra, 1940s

Hand-forged Swedish Iron Candelabra, 1940s

$528Sale Price|20% Off

H 12.6 in W 9.06 in D 3.15 in

Hand-forged Swedish Iron Candelabra, 1940s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A Swedish wrought iron candelabra from the 1940. Hand-forged with a spiral base and four curved arms, this piece blends Scandinavian Modern elegance with a raw, Brutalist edge. Both ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s
Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s

Pair of French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Cachepots by Muller Freres, 1930s

By Louis Majorelle, Muller Frères, Edgar Brandt

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A wonderful pair of Muller Freres art glass and nickel-plated wrought iron cachepots. Dating to the Art Deco period. In the style of Edgar Brandt or Louis Majorelle with blown ...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Open Back Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic open back sofa available at 1stDibs. Each open back sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and hardwood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect open back sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each open back sofa bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one open back sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Slagelse Møbelvaerk produced versions that are worth a look.

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The average selling price for an open back sofa at 1stDibs is $5,000, while they’re typically $2,500 on the low end and $40,000 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.

Questions About Open Back Sofa

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A backless couch is usually called a recamier or a divan. A divan has a long, low seating area formed by a mattress and is usually placed near a wall. It neither has a back nor arms. This couch is perfect for a living room, bedroom or guest room. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless couches on 1stDibs today.
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    What an open-back shoe is called depends on its style. If the shoe has a closed toe and a completely open back, it's a mule, while an open heel with a strap to hold it in place is a slingback. A sandal with an open back is usually referred to as a slide. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of shoes.
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    What open-back heels are called depends on the design of the back. A high-heeled shoe with a completely open back is a mule. On the other hand, heels with a strap in the back to keep the shoes in place are slingbacks. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of heels from some of the world's top boutiques.
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    Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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    A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
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    A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The difference between high-back and low-back sofas is that the former has a taller backrest than the latter. Some people, especially tall men and women, feel that a high-back sofa is more comfortable because the taller back offers more support for the shoulders and neck. Low-back sofas are popular picks for open-plan interiors, as they allow sightlines to be maintained across a space. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of high-back and low-back sofas.
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    What a sofa without a back is called depends on its style. A divan is a casual, low backless sofa, often clad in fabric and tufted. More formal backless sofas, usually framed by scrolled arms, are recamiers. Find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas on 1stDibs.