American Designer, Sofa, Walnut, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and brown velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Minor imperfections throughout wood frame consistent with normal use. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. ...
Velvet, Walnut
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s Seat cushion has minor stains and fabric abrasion consistent with gentle use. Feet exhibit moderate ...
Fabric, Wood
Brazilian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic green velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Likely reupholstered in fairly recent history, fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensions (inches...
Velvet, Wood
American Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.5"H x 96.0"W x 32.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Height (inches): 20.25...
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 67.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.75" Arm Height (inches): 28....
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and...
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Wear to wood legs consistent with age and use Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally rep...
Fabric, Wood
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral fabric sofa or settee designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Moderate wear to wood consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in distressed condition ideally ...
Fabric, Wood
Italian Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 71.25"W x 36.5"D Seat Height (inches): 13.25" All upholstered furnitu...
Velvet, Wood
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.125"H x 94.5"W x 36.0"D Seat Height (inches): 14.0" Arm Height (inc...
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
Velvet, Wood
American Designer, Sofa, Iron, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron and red fabric sofa or settee designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Cushions reupholstered in brand new fabric. Dimensions: 36.25” H x 49” W x 34” D Seat Height: 18”
Iron
Danish Designer, Sofa, Beech, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained beech and fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear to wood consistent with age and use Vintage fabric in fair condition consistent with age and use L...
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1900s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and green velvet sofa or bench designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900. Overall Dimensions (inches): 43.625"H x 71.0"W x 23.625"D Seat Height (inches): 18.375" Arm Height ...
Velvet, Pine
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 39.25” H x 74.25” W x 35.5” D Seat Height: 19” All upholstered furniture can be reuph...
Fabric, Bamboo
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37” H x 54.5” W x 34” D Seat Height (inches): 18” Arm Height (inches): 21....
Fabric, Oak
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green-velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Dimensions: 37.5” H x 78” W x 35” D Seat Height: 18” All upholstered fu...
Velvet, Oak
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige velvet and oak sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.5” H x 60.25” W x 33.5” D Seat Height (in...
Velvet, Oak
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and white fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 38” H x 57.25” W x 34.25” D Seat height: 17.5”
Fabric, Pine
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches): 25" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered...
Velvet, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18" Arm Height (inches): 25.75" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered ...
Sheepskin, Wood
Minotti Designer Sofa in Elegant Mid-Grey Wool
Located in Nottingham, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant Minotti sofa designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, a quintessential example of sophisticated contemporary Italian furniture design. With its refined pr...
Wool
Minotti Compact Designer Sofa in Refined Cream Chenille
Located in Nottingham, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant Minotti sofa designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, a quintessential example of sophisticated contemporary Italian furniture design. With its refined pr...
Chenille
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Metal, Finland, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, off-white fabric and metal sofa designed in Finland, 1930s. Seat Height (inches): 16” Arm Height (inches): 23.56" All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Metal
American Designer, Sofa, Iron, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, rattan and beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Seat height 18” All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Iron
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Seat height: 19.5” Arm height: 25.25” All items ship from High Po...
Brass
American Designer, Sofa, Rattan, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, rattan and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950. Seat Height (inches): 16.5” Arm Height (inches): 24" Reupholstered in brand new velvet ...
Iron
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A white fabric, bamboo and rattan sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Cushions reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall Dimensions (...
Bamboo, Rattan
Italian Designer, Sofa, Metal, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue, white, red-checkered fabric, wood and black-lacquered metal sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s. Some distress to fabric, ideally reupholstered. Wear consistent wi...
Metal
Brazilian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Vinyl, Steel, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, green floral vinyl and steel sofa designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina and distress to frame and fabric consistent with age and use. Overall Dimension...
Steel
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A large five-seat purple velvet, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1940s. Upholstery distressed; reupholstery recommended. Wear to wood frame consistent wit...
Brass
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Brass, Leather, Argentina, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and yellow vinyl sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1960s. Dramatic patina on brass details. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 3...
Brass
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric shows some distress ideally replaced. Wear consistent with age and use. Ov...
Brass
American Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and green fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Wear to rattan consistent with vintage age and normal use. Cushions reupholstered in brand ...
Bamboo, Rattan
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Small tears on seat cushions, vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition. Wea...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Czech Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Czech Republic, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and orange yellow floral printed fabric sofa or settee likely designed and produced in the Czech Republic, 1930s. Some staining to fabric. Wear consistent with a...
Fabric, Wood
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric, black-painted wood and brass sofa or loveseat designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Fabric shows distress on armrests and seat cushion, reupholstery recommended. ...
Brass
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and green fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear to rattan consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Overall Dimension...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Cane, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, cane and fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Fabric, wood frame, and cane are vintage worn, with fabric in fair to distressed condition. Patina on nailh...
Fabric, Cane
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and floral printed beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. Lower left side post, right center post, and right corner arm rest wicker fraying. ...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Brazilian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Marble, Brazil, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brown fabric and marble sofa designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1960s. Vintage fabric in fair condition, reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): 24.75"H x 9...
Marble
French Designer, Sofa, Wood, Iron, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, cast iron, and yellow fabric sofa designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Large tear in one of the cushions. Reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): 38.0"...
Iron
American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Brass, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and brown yellow velvet sofa or settee designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Scratching and other wear present to wood consistent with age and use. Reupholstere...
Brass
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Elm, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An elm, beech and green fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in a brand new fabric. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 68.5"W x 31.0"D Seat Heig...
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Elm
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and cream-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 62.0"W x 36.5"D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Heigh...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
French Designer, Sofa, Oak, Leather, Fabric, France, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak, brown leather and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced in France, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 29” H x 62.125” W x 34.25” D Seat Height: 18.75”
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and white fabric sofa or settee designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s Seat Height (inches): 16" Arm Height (inches): 19.75" Reupholstered in brand new...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Cassina Modular Designer Sofa by Vico Magistretti
Located in Nottingham, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning Cassina grand modular sofa designed by the legendary Vico Magistretti, presented in exceptional, pristine condition. The sofa features an ing...
Wool
Walter Knoll Semi-Circular Modular Reception Designer Sofa
Located in Nottingham, GB
Ideal for a corporate reception, hotel lobby, gallery or contemporary public interior, this striking modular sofa is both a functional seating solution and a sculptural centrepiece.
Polyester
Longpoint Stanton Designer Sofa in Silver Smoke Willow Chenille
Located in Nottingham, GB
The Stanton sofa by Longpoint is a beautifully refined modern classic, combining restrained elegance with exceptional comfort and carefully considered proportions.
Chenille
Minotti Newport Italian Designer Sofa in Stone Beige Upholstery
Located in Nottingham, GB
A sophisticated Minotti Newport sofa, showcasing the brand’s renowned Italian craftsmanship, refined proportions and exceptional attention to detail.
Metal
Kingcome Hugo Designer Sofa in Gura Pale Green Velvet
Located in Nottingham, GB
A beautifully crafted Kingcome Hugo sofa, custom made to an exceptional standard and upholstered in luxurious pale green velvet. Kingcome is renowned for its high level of artistry ...
Velvet
Original Koinor Marylin Ecksofa Leder Sofa Designer Couch grün
By Koinor
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Design Ecksofa vom deutschen Premiumhersteller "Koinor" zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa rund drei Jahre junge Sofa wurde professionell neu aufbereitet und besti...
Leather, Wood
B&B Italia Dadone Designer Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
The Dadone is distinguished by its clean architectural lines and generous proportions, creating a refined yet inviting presence. Characterised by its long, uninterrupted seat and sli...
Fabric
Sumptuous Low Profile Ralph Lauren Cognac Leather Designer Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome sofa in a thick and buttery cognac saddle leather. Beautifully designed with a low profile wooden plinth base that is also upholstered in the same cognac leather. The black ...
Leather
$14,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pair of 1980's Designer Sofas by Baker Furniture
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
TWO AVAILABLE Absolutely stunning Pagoda style sofas by Baker Furniture Company. If you are looking for a gorgeous pair of installation ready sofas, look no further.
Velvet, Wood
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
Unusual Scandinavian Teak Bentwood Designer Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Niels Eilersen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Scandinavian Bentwood sofa. We just love the bentwood arms and the way the sofa is upholstered with giant square buttons. This piece will need to be reupholstered as the orig...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Minotti Elgar Grande Designer Sofa Upholstered in Elegant Cream Chenille
Located in Nottingham, GB
A quintessential sofa as designed by Minotti. With a contemporary eye, this Grande sofa is aesthetic and distinguished. This Minotti sofa is an extremely versatile sofa that can pla...
Chenille
B&B Italia Arne Curved Designer Sofa in Adria Turquoise Upholstery
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, the Arne A320 is a striking example of contemporary Italian furniture design. Its distinctive sweeping curved form creates an inviting se...
Fabric
Double Back Designer Sofa Upholstered In Boucle Fabric By José Castro
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is characterized by its upholstered design and features a double back. The upholstery provides a comfortable and soft seating surface, while the double back suggests added ...
Wood, Bouclé
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