Kipp Stewart for Drexel Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 81 wide x 33 deep x 32.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height of 20.75 inches Excellent Vintag...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern 6 Piece Modular Section Sofa by Drexel Vintage MCM Postmodern 6pc modular sectional Sofa Manufactured by Drexel. Comes with two scalloped end armchairs, 3 armless...
Fabric
Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and white fabric sofa produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. *some scratches and discoloration to wood, overall good condition Di...
Fabric, Oak
Drexel, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Drexel
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and white fabric sofa produced by Drexel, USA, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface scratches to the ...
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Sofa by Drexel Heritage, Postmodern, 80s, Velvet, Hollywood Regency
By Drexel
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Sofa by Drexel Heritage, Postmodern, 80s, Velvet, Hollywood Regency, Couch, Mid Century Vintage from the 1980s Measurements: 88" L x 39" D x 32" H Seat height: 18.5" Arm he...
Velvet
Black Lacquer U-Shape Arched Base Console Table by Drexel MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thick hard high gloss black lacquer console sofa table by Drexel MINT!.
Hardwood
1970's Mid-Century Modern Campaign Loveseat Sofa
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company, Bernhardt
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid century Modern loveseat couch for sale. It was manufactured in the 1970's, and is really well constructed. It has a campaign design, and has a solid oak wood frame with b...
Brass
Metal Faux Bamboo Two Tier Bottom Shelf Medium Size Console Sofa Table Mint!
By Henredon, Drexel, Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Patinated Metal Faux Bamboo Two Tier Bottom Shelf Medium Size Console Sofa Table Mint!
Metal
Black Lacquer Faux Bamboo Gold Accents Smoked Glass Console Sofa Table
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern decorative faux bamboo black lacquer console sofa table.
Glass, Oak
Very Fine Double Pedestal Base 72" Long Sofa Console Table Brass Claw Feet MINT!
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine Double Pedestal Base 72" Long Sofa Console Table Brass Claw Feet MINT!
Brass
Mid Century Modern Drexel Walnut Trim Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Drexel Walnut Trim Sofa Unique wood trimmed Drexel sofa.
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Frame Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern sofa by Drexel Furniture features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, vintage blue upholstery with removable cushions, beautifully crafted armrests...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
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H 26.5 in W 54 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Five-Piece Sofa Sectional Drexel Baughman Era
By Drexel
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, curved, five-piece sectional sofa, by Drexel, circa 1970s. In excellent condition. The dimensions of all pieces are 34" D x 26.5" B.H. x 23" A.H...
Sold
H 26.5 in W 171 in D 117 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Hexagonal Curved Sectional Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style hexagonal curved sectional sofa by Drexel for reupholstery.
Fabric
1970's Mid-Century Modern Tuxedo Sofa by Drexel
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern couch for sale. Manufactured by Drexel, and made here in the US. It was manufactured in North Caroline in the 1970's, and is in incredible original...
Fabric, Wood
1980s Drexel Heritage Kidney Shaped Sofa
By Drexel
Located in North Canton, OH
Magnificent 1980’s Uber Rare Drexel Heritage Kidney Shaped Sofa. Freshly Renovated and she’s stunning. These rarely surface in the Vintage furniture market and a very special find. ...
Upholstery
Drexel Heritage Party Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece has quite an interesting history--it was newly purchased in 1972 and in the home of our (Texas') two time Governor Clements. The individual pieces are 10 feet each and we...
Fabric
Vintage Drexel Heritage Floral Ivory Parsons Three-Seater Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Perfect for adding a punch of vintage sophistication, this sofa blends effortlessly into modern, eclectic, or mid-century interiors.
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
1980s Postmodern Drexel Heritage Kidney Curved Vintage Sofa Loveseat
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Oh the perfectly curved sofa. Use in your living room or kitchen banquette. The original floral upholstery is in good condition. The foam is in excellent condition.
Upholstery
A pair Drexel Consensus Collection
By Drexel
Located in London, Lambeth
Superbly made nightstands rectilinear legs and crossed stretcher ,single drawer. With brass pull Handle.Stamped with makers name Drexter in the Draws Cc1970 USA
Oak
Mid century Post Modern Blue Leather Puffy cloud Sofa
By Mario Bellini, Drexel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Clean mid century post modern Sky Blue soft leather puffy cloud sofa circa 1980. This sofa is a time capsule from the 1980s/1990s with puffy side arms and back cushions and 2 wide lo...
Leather, Wood
Black Lacquer U-Shape Base Console Table by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice black lacquer console by Drexel.
John Van Koert and Drexel Sofa
By John Van Koert
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A chaise styled drop-arm sofa with two back and one large bottom cushion sitting on mahogany legs upholstered in a contract fabric in a buttery yellow or gold manufactured by the Dre...
Long Walnut Console or Sofa Table
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice mid-century modern long walnut console
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H 28 in W 78 in D 18 in
Finished Back Solid Oak c1970s 78" Long One Drawer Console Sofa Table MINT
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Finished Back Solid Oak c1970s 78" Long One Drawer Console Sofa Table MINT
Brass
Sold
H 28.5 in W 67.5 in D 35 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Loveseat Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Henredon, Craft Associates, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Burbank, CA
1960's Mid century Modern Hollywood Regency loveseat couch for sale. It has a unique gondola design with a plinth base, and gondola sides with two side bolster cushions. The fabric i...
Fabric
Sold
H 25.5 in W 60 in D 15 in
Drexel Heritage Mahogany And Ebonized Chinoiserie Decorated Sofa Table C1950
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Drexel Heritage Mahogany and Ebonized Sofa Table with Gilt Chinoiserie Decoration Raised on Str...
Mahogany
Drexel Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen Style Fabric
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Angled and even arm sofa with loose, tethered cushions by Drexel Heritage. Upholstered in the original vivid abstract floral patterned black, orange, tan and gray, in the manner of J...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern biomorphic kidney shaped sofa. This long tailored cloud sofa features an elongated removable single seat cushion with a curved tight back. Original neutra...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 28 in W 89 in D 38 in
Mid Century Tufted Chesterfield Gold Mohair Albert Hugo Cloud Shape Sofa MINT!
By Drexel, Milo Baughman, Baker Furniture Company, Thayer Coggin
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Tufted Chesterfield Gold Mohair Albert Hugo Cloud Shape Sofa MINT! Fine custom design studio made sofa. Mint inspected condition.
Mohair
1960 Drexel Declaration Kipp Stewart McDougell Drop-Leaf Sofa Table
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Excellent condition and all original. Beautiful piece of mid century modern furniture. 41.5 with leaves open.
Sold
H 29 in W 149 in D 33.5 in
Mid Century 7 Piece Modular Sectional, Jack Lenor Larsen "Aurora" Upholstery
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid century 7 piece modular sectional, Jack Lenor Larsen "Aurora" upholstery, 1970. Original.
Upholstery
Drexel Heritage Italian Provincial Style Walnut Console Sofa Hall Table
By Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Drexel Heritage Italian Provincial style 74" long walnut console sofa hall table.
Walnut
Mid-Century Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century sofa by Drexel.
Velvet
DREXEL Velero Mid 20th Century Spanish Style Caned Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Spanish style sofa by Drexel, from their Velero Collection. Pecan with a distressed finish, cane to sides of decoratively carved arms and six turned tapered legs.
Fabric, Velvet, Nutwood, Cane
1920s Authentic Vintage Solid Oak Wood Frame 3 Seater Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Armonk, NY
1920s authentic vintage solid oak wood frame 3 seater sofa in cotton corduroy cushions by Drexel Furniture Company This stylish circa 1920s tan velvet sofa flanked with oak wood ...
Cotton, Oak
Milo Baughman Style Modular Sofa by Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in New London, CT
Fresh from the original owners, this iconic 70s corduroy modular sectional sofa is a great candidate for reupholstery. Cushions still have clean, foam and springs. Sun fading on a fe...
Fabric
$6,850 / set
H 26 in W 124 in D 62 in
Wonderful Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 6 Piece Cube Sofa Sectional Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual curved back 6-piece cube sectional sofa by Milo Baughman. We have had many many cube sofas by Mr. Baughman but we have never seen this design with the curved back. The origin...
Upholstery
$7,500
H 28 in W 131.5 in D 33 in
Adrian Pearsall 6-Piece Modular Sectional for Craft Associates, 1970
By Adrian Pearsall, Comfort Designs, Inc.
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall 6-piece modular sectional designed for Craft Associates, 1970’s. Original upholstery in good condition. There are no rips or tears. Sun fading on some pieces as sh...
Velvet
$4,250
H 26 in W 132 in D 65 in
Handsome Milo Baughman style 6 Piece Sectional Sofa Selig Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Milo Baughman style 6 piece cube sectional sofa made by Selig. This is a designers delight in that it needs to be reupholstered so the sky is the limit as far as fabric sel...
Upholstery, Walnut
$15,595
H 30.5 in W 131 in D 66 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2300-S Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates 2300-S Mid Century Walnut Boomerang Sofa This sofa measures: 131 wide x 66 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 inches Fair Vint...
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Case Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Case Sofa This sofa measures: 81.5 wide x 32.5 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 26 inches All piece...
Chrome
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original striped green furniture velour, dark oak wood, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Wear ...
Fabric, Oak
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 32 in D 32 in
Handsome 7-Piece Milo Baughman Style Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome 7-piece Milo Baughman style sectional sofa from the midcentury. This set will need to be reupholstered as the original fabric is worn and dated. This sofa measures 28" T x 3...
Upholstery
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 130 in D 130 in
Magnificent 10 Piece Milo Baughman style Cube Sectional Sofa Selig Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent 10 piece Milo Baughman style cube sectional sofa by Selig. This is a big one to say the least with 5 corner pieces, 2 side pieces and 3 ottomans-Wow! This sectional can ...
Upholstery, Wood
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Fabric
$6,778
H 28.75 in W 83.47 in D 35.44 in
1970s Elegant Wood Frame Sofa – Newly Reupholstered, Mid-Century Design
Located in Krefeld, DE
Elegant 1970s sofa featuring a beautifully wooden frame and refined fabric upholstery. The piece showcases the distinctive design language of the era, quality craftsmanship, and a ti...
Fabric, Wood
1960's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Arm Paw Sofa In Knoll Textiles
By George Nelson, Knoll, Jens Risom, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1960's Mid Century Modern sofa for sale. It has been professionally reupholstered in Knoll Textiles' Cato fabric in the blue colorwave that goes for $214 a yard. The fabric i...
Wool, Walnut
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 12 Piece Scallop Back Pit Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
A super great looking sofa and super comfortable. A 12-piece Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Pit Sectional with 4 corner pieces, six armless sections and two ottomans. This sofa will...
Upholstery
Fantastic Milo Baughman style 4 Seater Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Milo Baughman style 4 seater sofa. This sofa is super high quality and well crafted, check out how the seat cushions are curved to accept the back cushion-nice detail ! ...
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,800
H 26.75 in W 90 in D 30.75 in
Michael Taylor Sofa for Baker Furniture Co. - Far East Collection - circa 1950s
By Michael Taylor
Located in St. Louis, MO
Designer Michael Taylor designed four seat sofa from his Far East Collection by Baker Furniture Co. Dark brown Shoji style stained frame, seat and back cushions are down filled. This...
Upholstery, Walnut, Down
$5,895
H 27.75 in W 105 in D 32.5 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa This sofa measures: 105 wide x 32.5 deep x 27.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 20 inch...
Upholstery, Walnut
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
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The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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