Midcentury Floating Curved Sofa/w Printed Velvet and Burlap Welting
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
This midcentury floating curved sofa features a soft decorative printed velvet from Christian Lacroix on the back, a rich pile velvet weave in blossom pink on the seat, burlap weltin...
Burlap, Velvet, Foam, Maple, Oak
Stunning Curved Sculptural Floating Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Absolutely stunning curved floating sofa with unusual sculpted walnut legs.
Upholstery, Walnut
$6,950 / item
Modern Crescent Curved Armless Sofa on Floating Base
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pricing reflects COM (Customer's Own Material); fabric shown for inspiration only. A deep crescent curve sweeps the full length of this made-to-order armless sofa, its fully upholste...
Upholstery, Hardwood
White Vinyl Curved Floating Back Sofa with Walnut-Stained Maple Legs, Custom
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Architectural lines meet organic flow in this curved tight-seat sofa. Defined by its unique floating backrest and sculptural maple legs in a rich walnut stain, this piece offers a so...
Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple
Pair of Large Vladimir Kagan Style Custom Floating Curved Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Bridport, CT
This is an incredible pair of huge custom sofas in the manner of the Valdamir Kagan Floating Curved Sofa.
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 88.59 in D 40.16 in
Stunning Curved Sculptural Floating 3-Seat Sofa Dutch Design
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Beautiful organic shapes with floating curved design, the seat is tilted backwards to enable comfortable lounging.
Wool, Nutwood
Floating Curved Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, America, 2018
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Floating curved sofa by Vladimir Kagan America, 2018 Model - 176SC sofa, originally designed in 1952.
Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan, "Floating Curved Sofa" Walnut, Green Velvet, Studio, 1952
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A hyper-modern and organic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan in 1952. Produced by Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc, circa 1970s. Executed in finely sculpted walnut, overstuffed seat and bac...
Walnut, Velvet
Milo Baughman Floating Curved Sofa End Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Denton, TX
White satin lacquer over wood atop Lucite support bars with curved front drawer Perfect for curved sofa. Can also be used as a coffee table
Wood
Floating Back Sofa by Vladimir Kagan w/ COA
By Vladimir Kagan, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Westport, CT
First designed in 1952, the Floating Curved Sofa united two early Kagan signatures with its curved shape and elegantly sculpted walnut frame.
Mohair, Walnut
Mid-Century Floating Chrome and Steel Curved Sofa New Upholstery
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning mid century modern sofa features a curved floating chrome and steel frame.
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Chrome Floating Cantilever Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin floating chrome cantilever sofa. This is a stunning example of one of Milo Baughman's iconic floating sofas. The sofa boasts a beautiful grey chenil...
Chrome
Sold
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 39.38 in
Curved Floating Sofa on Sculptured Walnut Legs by Vladimir Kagan, 1956
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Munich, DE
Rare 1765C curved floating sofa on sculptured walnut legs by Vladimir Kagan, in all original and very good condition.
Sold
H 27 in W 72 in D 32 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Floating Chrome Cantilever Loveseat Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin chrome cantilever floating loveseat sofa. This is a stunning example of one of Milo Baughman's iconic floating sofas. The loveseat boasts a beautifu...
Chrome
Contemporary, Freeform Floating Sofas, Walnut, Nubby Boucle, 2000s
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Contemporary Freeform curved floating sofas, Walnut, Nubby Boucle An impressive and iconic pair of large, curved, organic form sofas.
Textile, Wood
Milo Baughman Style Cantilevered Chrome Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This floating sofa features a curved, chrome-plated steel frame (no pitting or rust).
Chrome, Steel
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Semi-Circular 2pc Sofa
Located in Hanover, MA
Two curved sections with arms on each end. Also available, listed separately, is the original curved floating sofa console table designed by Milo Baughman specifically for this so...
Floating Curved Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Model - 176SC sofa, originally designed in 1952. Textured orange velvet upholstery on cherry frame. Designer label present under seat.
Velvet
Sold
H 30 in W 85 in D 52 in
Vladimir Kagan, "Floating Curved Sofa" Walnut, Bouclé, Studio, circa 1980
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A hyper-modern and organic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan in 1952. Produced by Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc, circa 1980. Executed in finely sculpted walnut, overstuffed seat and back...
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Curved Floating Sofa Upholstered in White Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Milo Baughman, Jens Risom, Harvey Probber, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern curved floating sofa upholstered in white bouclé.
Bouclé, Wood
Sold
H 32.68 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Italian Design Floating Free Form Curved Sofa w Sculptural Copper Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Rare Postmodern modern Italian design floating free form curved 3 seat Sofa with Sculptural base.
Copper
Sold
H 29 in W 80 in D 46 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa Floating Sofa by Vladimir Kagan in White & Walnut
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An early and fully restored curved sofa designed and produced by Vladimir Kagan circa 1950's. It consists of solid sculptural walnut legs and new white chenille fabric. Completely re...
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 32 in W 90 in D 50 in
Vladimir Kagan Floating Curved Sofa with Beige Upholstery & Ebony Walnut Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Clifton, NJ
First designed in 1952, the Floating Curved Sofa united two early Kagan signatures with its curved shape and elegantly sculpted Walnut frame.
Walnut
Sold
H 32 in W 90 in D 50 in
Vladimir Kagan Floating Curved Sofa with Olive Upholstery & Natural Walnut Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Clifton, NJ
First designed in 1952, the Floating Curved Sofa united two early Kagan signatures with its curved shape and elegantly sculpted Walnut frame.
Walnut
Floating Curve sofa by Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Floating Curve sofa by Vladimir Kagan
Cowhide, Walnut
Floating Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic walnut sofa with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Upholstery
Floating Curved Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic walnut sofa with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Upholstery
Floating Curved Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic walnut sofa with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Floating Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhattan, NY
1950s long curved floating sofa on walnut legs in the manner of Vladimir Kagan.
Fabric, Walnut
Floating Curved Sofa on Elegant Carved Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic walnut sofa after Vladimir Kagan with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Upholstery
Floating Curved Sofa on Elegant Carved Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic sofa in the manner of Vladimir Kagan with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Foam, Fabric
Mid-Century Floating Curved Walnut Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pasadena, CA
A biomorphic walnut sofa with curved backrest and a floating platform seat set on sculptural carved legs which blend seamlessly into the support for the back.
Walnut, Upholstery
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.
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