$14,279
H 33.47 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in
Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak. Original upholstered with two colours of
Fabric, Oak
$11,000
H 32.29 in W 55.12 in D 31.11 in
Norwegian Two-Seater Sofa in the manner of Finn Juhl, Norway 20th Century
By Finn Juhl
Located in Utrecht, NL
Finn Juhl’s “Poet” sofa model, linking furniture with sculpture. The arms feature a peculiar upward
Fabric, Wood
Niels Vodder produced poet sofa designed by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Björnlunda, SE
Rare vintage Poet sofa designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Vodder. Newly upholstered in
Sheepskin, Beech
Unavailable
H 34.65 in W 51.97 in D 30.71 in
Finn Juhl Sofa Poet Rime, Model FJ4100, Design Finn Juhl and One Collection
By Finn Juhl
Located in Odense, Denmark
Lovely little 2-person sofa. "The Poet and Lillemor." Designed by Finn Juhl in 1941. The sofa
Fabric, Walnut
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 28.75 in D 31.5 in
“Poet” Chair by Finn Juhl for Niels Vodder in Denmark, 1950
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Wilnis, UT
A stunning lounge chair model “Poet”, designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Niels Vodder in
Fabric, Wood
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in London, GB
An early example of the "Poet" sofa designed by Finn Juhl in 1946 and produced by cabinetmakers
Wool, Beech
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
Located in London, GB
2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa made by cabinetmakers Bovirke
Wood
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone blue fabric. Legs of stained beech
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa, Loveseat, Gray, 1941, Denmark
By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl designed the Poet Sofa (1941) for use in his own home. Being connected to the landscape
Walnut
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric. Legs of stained beech. Designed
Fabric, Beech
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak. Original upholstered with two colours of
Fabric, Oak
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og walnut. New upholstered with walnut elegance
Leather, Walnut
Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Bovirke with a sprung base and sides it is very
Upholstery, Wood
Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
Great early Finn Juhl sofa. Sculptural shape typical of Juhl's elegant style. Made by Bovirke
Upholstery, Wood
Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Classic two person Finn Juhl sofa upholstered with light beige wool, tapering legs of stained
Fabric
Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
and was originally designed for Finn Juhl's own home. Finn Juhl's furniture was very progressive and
Wool, Wood
Pair of Brazilian Tufted Deerskin Small Sofas
Located in Hanover, MA
they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" sofa for B&B Italia
Midcentury "Poet" Sofa by Finn Juhl Upholstered in Boucle
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
Original "Poet" sofa designed by Maa. Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1940s. Made in Denmark
Bouclé
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric, legs of stained wood. Designed by
Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric. Legs of stained beech. Designed by
1970's Brazilian Sofa, Love Seat & Lounge Chair
Located in Hanover, MA
with their elegant curves they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le
Sold
H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in
Poet Rime Sofa, Model FJ4100, Designed by Finn Juhl and Onecollection
By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
Poet rime sofa, model FJ4100, designed by Finn Juhl in 1941 and manufactured by Onecollection. The
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 34.65 in W 54.34 in D 30.32 in
Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare, fine and early example of the iconic "Poet" sofa by Finn Juhl produced by cabinet maker
Sheepskin, Beech
Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Finn Juhl is arguably the master of Danish design, this particular model was originally created for
Leather, Teak
Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
Very early version of the famous sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Carl Broerup it shows the origins of
Wood, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "Poet" sofa or settee with grey wool upholstery on splayed, natural oak dowel legs.
Oak, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A three-seater 'Poet' sofa with the original light grey wool hopsack upholstery, on tapered oak
Oak, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "Poet" sofa with the original pale grey wool upholstered frame and blue seat cushion on splayed
Upholstery, Oak
Distressed 1960s Swedish Broderna Anderssons Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Culver City, CA
very reminiscent of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa. The sofa features a teak frame and teak trim and requires
Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa
By Finn Juhl, Onecollection 1
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl "The Poet." Free-standing two-seat sofa with beech legs. Back, sides and loose
Wool, Beech
Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa
By Finn Juhl, Onecollection 1
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Danish Modern tufted couch designed in 1941 by the legendary Finn Juhl for his own home, the
Wool, Walnut, Beech, Pine
Finn Juhl 'the Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric, legs of stained beech. Designed by
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Settee for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'Poet' settee for Niels Vodder. Freestanding two-seat sofa with round, tapering legs
Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941
By Finn Juhl
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Original poet sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941. Original vintage poet sofa first designed in 1941 by
Wool, Beech
Sold
H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in
Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Finn Juhl "The Poet" two-seat sofa with white wool upholstery, Denmark (1950s). This small two
Wool
Poet Sofa
By Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Finn Juhl "Poet" sofa, new edition by House of Finn Juhl, Denmark, in Indigo canvas upholstery
Fabric, Canvas
$17,253
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 34.65 in
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s. Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur
$2,660 / item
H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...
Marble
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$1,745 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...
Wool, Wood
Finn Juhl, Rare Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, United States, 1951
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in High Point, NC
A rare fabric and walnut sofa designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Baker, USA, 1950s. Fully restored, pre-restoration images available upon request. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4...
Fabric, Walnut
$8,329
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
Velvet, Birch
$5,354
H 33.08 in W 29.93 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Armchairs for Minotti Italia, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs with wooden structure, fabric covering, brass and lacquered metal supports. Designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, Italy, approx. 1950. Original velvet up...
Metal, Brass
$8,934 / set
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 28.75 in
Hans Wegner GE-270 Pair of vintage Teak Lounge Chairs, 1956
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner Hans Wegner - Model GE-270 Lounge Chairs, 1956 A pair of classic Hans Wegner lounge chairs produced by iconic producers: Getama in Gedsted, Denmark in the 1950s. Restor...
Teak
$10,114
H 25.99 in W 78.35 in D 35.04 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak
$3,331
H 35.04 in W 54.34 in D 32.68 in
1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, this piece captures the soft elegance and sculptural charm of Italian mid-ce...
Brass
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
Luigi Scremin, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Luigi Scremin
Located in High Point, NC
A purple fabric and wood sofa or settee designed and produced by Luigi Scremin, Italy, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in a brand new Lupa Wool Linen from ZAK+FOX. Overall Dimensions (inch...
Fabric, Wood
Original Finn Juhl NV45 Chair by Niels Vodder Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic original Finn Juhl NV45 chair in teak by Niels Vodder, Denmark, circa 1950s. This fine example retaining its original two tone wool upholstery. One of the most elegant chai...
Teak
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 30” H x 67” W x 40” D Seat Height (inches): 14.75" Arm Height (inches): 22.63" All items shi...
Fabric, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...
Fabric, Wood
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.