$6,396Sale Price|38% Off
H 30 in W 75.5 in D 29 in
Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by
Teak
$9,995
H 29.75 in W 75.5 in D 29 in
Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s
By Olaf Person, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 75.6 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen 1960s Kandidaten Sofa in teak and fabric produced by OPE Mobler
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Milan, IT
Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen 1960s Kandidaten Sofa in teak and fabric produced by OPE Mobler in Sweden
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 74.81 in
Swedish Midcentury Afromosia & Wool Kandidaten Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE
Located in Basel, CH
A rare model of the ’Kandidaten' sofa, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. It was produced by OPE in
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavia Modern sofa "Kandidaten" by IB KOFOD-LARSEN
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Skå, SE
Discover the timeless elegance of the Scandinavian Modern sofa, "Kandidaten," designed by the
Oak
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H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Swedish Kandidaten Sofa Ib Kofod-Larsen OPE Mobler Teak Black Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This highly sought after three-seat ‘Kandidaten’ sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Three Seater Teak Sofa For Ope, 1950's Sweden
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in The Hague, NL
. This model Kandidaten sofa features a stylish 1950’s design, teak afrormosia frame and comfortable
Fabric, Teak
Ib Kofod Larsen: Kandidaten model sofa for OPE
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in PARIS, FR
Kandidaten sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for OPE (Olof Persons). The armrests of this sofa are made of
Oak, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by OPE in Sweden, 1960s.
Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Kandidaten designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden.
Leather, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten Produced by OPE in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Kandidaten designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by OPE in Sweden. Matching pair of
Fabric, Teak
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H 29.53 in W 74.81 in L 29.53 in
Rare Sofa Model Kandidaten Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Ope Mobler
By Jorge Zalszupin, Ib Kofod-Larsen, OPE Möbler
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sofa "Kandidaten" designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by OPE in Sweden. The sofa is
Teak
Teak "Kandidaten" 'Candidate' Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1960s
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hitchin, England
A "Kandidaten" (Candidate) sofa in teak by Ib Kofod-Larsen, dating from the 1960s. A Minimalist
Wool, Teak
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H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Kandidaten" Sofa in Teak by OPE in Sweden, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Kandidaten" sofa in teak by OPE in Sweden, 1960s This rare sofa, designed by
Wool, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original green leather. Produced by OPE in Sweden, 1950s.
Leather
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Model Kandidaten, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Original green leather cushions in very good condition, produced by OPE in Sweden, 1960s.
Leather
Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A three-seat sofa model "Kandidaten" by Ib Kofod Larsen (Denmark) for OPE Möbler (Sweden) 1958
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Beautiful Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE Model Kandidaten, Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Hans J. Wegner, OPE
Located in Berlin, DE
Very beautiful sofa designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE, Sweden. The Sofa is in a good use
Leather, Teak
Midcentury Ib Kofod-Larsen "Kandidaten" Sofa and Chair
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Malmo, SE
Sofa and chair by Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen produced by Swedish manufacturer OPE Möbler. This
Teak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Beautiful Danish 1960s Kofod-Larsen Teak Sofa, Mod. Kandidaten, New Upholstery
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Finn Juhl
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful, rare 1960s Danish modern teak sofa, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Model 'Kandidaten' in a
Fabric, Teak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,497 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$16,686 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
Brass
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
$5,991Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$11,750
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 31.89 in
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather Model 2213 by Børge Mogensen, 1963
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Original Leather by Børge Mogensen, 1963 Additional Information: Material: Teak and original leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Sofa model 2213 Produced by Fr...
Teak, Leather
$4,800
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 29 in
Danish Midcentury 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests carved from solid beech wood and made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk in the 1940s. Beautiful ref...
Wool, Beech
$10,500
H 28.5 in W 86 in D 34 in
Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Upholstery, Foam, Rosewood
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 74 wide x 32 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 23.5 inches Great Vintage C...
Upholstery, Walnut
Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Long chandelier in patinated brass with globes and plates in Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
Brass
$18,217 / item
H 39.38 in Dm 59.06 in
Spider Special 150 Ceiling Light Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning bespoke ceiling light fixture Titled " Spider Special 150 " This ceiling light is composed of six ivory coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal frame....
Brass
$3,525Sale Price|25% Off
H 29.75 in W 74.5 in D 28.5 in
Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig. The ottoman measures 25"x 20.50" x 17" high with cushion. Both are marked Selig. If y...
Wood
Danish Four Seat Sofa in Teak and Moss Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s Typical Scandinavian Modern sofa with modest yet striking lines. The triangular silhouette of the armrests underlines the modern dimensions of thi...
Fabric, Teak
$9,988
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
$499 / item
H 31 in W 22 in D 24 in
Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Modern Dining Chairs Armchairs by Gunlocke
By Gunlocke
Located in Lafayette, IN
These awesome chairs feature spectacular 1960s style and, despite their solid walnut construction, are surprisingly comfortable! The chairs themselves are in very nice, re-finished c...
Walnut
Furniture maker and architect Ib Kofod-Larsen was one of the greatest design minds to emerge from mid-century Denmark, and his impact was felt across the world, especially in the United States. Kofod-Larsen, who is known for his exemplary seating, tables and storage solutions, understood that the attention to detail, quality materials and functional design ethos of the Scandinavian modernism style he followed would become part of a major international movement.
Due to his foresight and innovation, Kofod-Larsen was one of the best-selling Danish designers in the U.S. in the 1950s, when mid-century modernism was at its most popular.
Originally trained as a cabinetmaker, Kofod-Larsen later studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and was most interested in designing practical yet graceful furniture, although he also dabbled in things like wallpaper and textiles. He favored natural grains and woods like teak and rosewood combined with leather, steel and fabric upholsteries to create inviting pieces. Working with manufacturers such as Faarup Møbelfabrik, Christensen & Larsen and Bovenkamp, he brought his sculptural aesthetic to the world.
Some of his seating designs have earned legendary status: The U-56 chair (1956) was renamed the Elizabeth because England’s Queen Elizabeth II is said to have picked up a pair during a 1958 trip to Denmark. With OPE Möbler, he created the Seal chair (1956) with a wooden frame shaped around leather upholstery. The sculptural Penguin chair (1953), produced by Selig and named for its curved back, became Denmark’s most frequently exported piece of furniture to the U.S. at the time. Its bentwood shell echoes the work of Kofod-Larsen’s modernist contemporaries Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, while its options as a dining, lounging and rocking chair offer versatility for the home.
As mid-century modern furniture experiences a fresh wave of popularity in the U.S. — although, one could argue that it never really went away — Kofod-Larsen’s timeless pieces are among the most coveted vintage finds. Several of his designs continue to be produced, such as the Penguin chair, which has been manufactured by Brdr. Petersen since 2012.
Find vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen furniture today on 1stDibs.
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.