Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofa in Raf Simons Velvet with Leather Trim
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Conceived in 1957, The Janus sofa was introduced in 1957 and is one of Edward Wormley's most iconic designs.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Sofas in Raf Simons Velvet w/ Leather
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Conceived in 1957, The Janus sofa was introduced in 1957 and is one of Edward Wormley's most iconic designs.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa This sofa measures: 103 wide x 34 deep x 31.25 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches Great Vintage Condition - Sofa Ba...
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Janus Sofa Corner Table
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Janus Sofa Corner Table This table measures: 74 wide x 28.25 deep x 30 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Small Areas of Stain Wea...
Mahogany
Edward Wormley Angular Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Janus Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edward Wormley for dunbar sofa #6329, circa 1965 Janus Collection. Fully restored and reupholstered in a beige open weave linen.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Janus sofa Dunbar-Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Janus sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Original Jack Lenor Larsen "Happiness" fabric on mahogany base. *** $24,000 for pair - or - $12,000 for a single sofa
Wood, Fabric
Janus Sofa Dunbar-edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Janus sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Original Jack Lenor Larsen "Happiness" fabric on mahogany base. *** $24,000 for pair - or - $12,000 for a single sofa
Wood, Fabric
Janus Sofa Bed by Ligne Roset
By Sebastian Herkner, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Janus Sofa Bed by Ligne Roset, a stunning addition to any modern home.
Metal
Angled Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An angled Janus sofa on mahogany frame. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Monumental Dunbar "Janus Sofa" by Edward Wormley
By André Dunoyer de Segonzac, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Large-scale "Janus sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Wide angle sofa model #6329.
Mahogany, Velvet
Janus Sofa #6329 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Janus sofa #6329 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Stunning sofa recently restored in champagne velvet with tufting.
Mahogany
Edward Wormley Reupholstered 'Janus' Sofa with Green Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wide angled Janus' sofa by Edward Wormely. This sofa has a modern shape and sinuous lines which create a comfortable and appealing look.
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 31.5 in W 102 in D 44 in
Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled "Janus" Sofa Model 6329
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous and unique modern wide angle sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar for their "Janus" collection, model #6329.
Dunbar Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An angled Janus sofa with mahogany stretchered base. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
the Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An angled 'Janus' sofa on a walnut frame base in original pink upholstery.
Upholstery, Walnut
Edward Wormley Janus Day Bed/Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar Janus Group Daybed/ Sofa Reupholstered with Great Plains Boucle
Mahogany, Upholstery
Edward Wormley Janus Collection Sofa For Dunbar
Located in Chicago, IL
This extremely rare sofa heralded the resurgence of Wormley at Dunbar, as part of his Janus collection.
Mahogany
Salterini Style Outdoor Sofa/Loveseat
By Janus et Cie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautful outdoor sofa or love seat in the style of Salterini. The sofa shows beatiful architectural lines, the piece is well made and perfect for any outdoor setting. Measurements...
Steel
Janus et Cie Bronze Woven Sectional Sofa, 21st C
Located in Astoria, NY
Set of four Janus et Cie Bronze Woven sectional sofa (four parts, one corner, three sides), 21st century Dealer: S138XX
Metal
Janus Corner Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A Janus Collection corner sofa produced by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley.
Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Style Sofa in Castel Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
We have reupholstered this beautiful graceful sofa in a high quality fabric by Castel. Refinished mahogany base, four pillows on back. Looks new !!
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 30.5 in W 80 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Janus Collection
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful Edward Wormley sofa for Dunbar from the Janus Collection, circa 1960s.
Edward Wormley Dunbar Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Janus sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa early 1950's.
Mahogany
Sold
H 35.44 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Edward Wormley Model 6329 Janus Sofa, Jack Lenor Larsen Flamestitch Velvet 1960s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Edward Wormley Model 6329 Janus sofa, Jack Lenor Larsen Flamestitch velvet 1960s.
Velvet, Mahogany
Monumental "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental angular "Janus" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sofa has a sturdy frame and retains original upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
Wide Angle "Janus" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
Uniquely designed wide Angle "Junas" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model #6329. Sofa is comfortably proportioned and newly upholstered in woven silk of the period. Mahogany base...
Silk
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
We specialize in high-quality mid-century modern furnishing, and this Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection Angle Sofa in Blue Mohair exemplifies our commitment to timeless eleg...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angled Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Edward Wormley Janus collection faceted sofa. Sexy from every angle.
Janus et Cie Amalfi Tuxedo Sofa Bench by Mario Papperzini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic neoclassical style Amalfi tuxedo sofa bench or daybed attributed to Janus et Cie, Los Angeles, CA.
Iron
Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in New York, NY
Janus sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fantastic eight foot sofa with ebonized mahogany base.
Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery
Pair of rare Janus Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare pair of Janus sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sofas are in original condition, and the foam has hardened in certain areas.
Wood, Upholstery
Janus Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar's Janus Collection.
Upholstery
Edward Wormly for Dunbar Mid-Century Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Completely original Dunbar sofa Designed by Edward Wormley.
Wood
Janus Sofa, Model 6329, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dorchester, MA
Edward Wormley created this striking sofa, model 6329, for Dunbar's Janus Collection.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of rare sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Janus Collection
Located in Hollywood, CA
These sofas are part of the Janus collection which heralded the resurgence of Wormley at Dunbar.
Mahogany
Sold
H 30.5 in W 80 in D 43 in
Angular Janus Collection Sofa, Model 6329, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dorchester, MA
Edward Wormley designed this sofa, model 6329, as part of his famous Janus collection for Dunbar.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$3,931 / set
H 13.78 in W 27.96 in D 3.75 in
Pair of Entomology Specimen Display Cases By J T Stockall London Taxidermy Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large and impressive pair of late 19th early 20th century Entomology specimen cases, containing a varied collection of over one hundred insects from around the world pinned to an e...
Natural Fiber, Glass, Pine
Pair of display cases, Italy 1930 – 40
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of display cases, Italy 1930 – 40 Single display case dimensions 154 W x 183 H x 77 D cm
Metal
$24,975
H 31 in W 94 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist sofa, upholstered in luxurious smoked sapphire blue velvet and featuring sculptural supports, is a masterful example of the work of celebrated American de...
Velvet, Wood
$75,500 / set
H 87 in W 119 in D 18 in
Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Architecturally-inspired this breathtaking three part brass Curved China cabinet set by Mastercraft, inviting drama into any space. Dedicated to creating hand-constructed furnishings...
Brass
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 71.25 in W 80.25 in D 3 in
Antique Polychrome Baroque Gilt Venetian-Style Carved Wood King Headboard
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This exquisite antique Venetian-style king bed is a true showstopper, featuring an intricately hand-carved and gilded frame with a soft, distressed celadon green finish. The elaborat...
Wood
$8,510 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$375,005
H 14.57 in W 31.5 in D 14.97 in
Mid-century 'Max Ingrand Fontana Arte Duilio Barnabè' coffee table.
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand, Duilio Dubé Bernabe
Located in Palermo, IT
Small table designed in 1958 by the great master of Crystal ''Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte and painted by Duilio Bernabè known as Dubè.'' Duilio Barnabè, known artistically as Dubé, ...
Crystal
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
$29,025
H 61.82 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Exceptional Bo Lindahl Cabinet in Walnut and Rosewood Marquetry, Sweden, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional cabinet was designed and handcrafted by Bo Lindahl in Sweden. This unique masterpiece was created as a journeyman's piece at the Central Workshop School in Häggvik, ...
Brass
$44,000
H 37.5 in W 59 in D 17.75 in
Gio Ponti for Giordano Chiesa Rare Ash Wood Console, Italy, 1950s
By Giordano Chiesa, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti for Giordano Chiesa rare and important ash wood console table with two drawers and six legs ending in brass sabots, Italy, circa 1955. This exquisite sculptural console has...
Brass
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.