2010s Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle Arena Sofa with Grey Fabric Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Arena Sofa, originally designed by Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle.
2010s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Metal, Chrome
2010s Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle Arena Sofa with Grey Fabric Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Arena Sofa, originally designed by Dag Hjelle for LK Hjelle.
Metal, Chrome
Rare Sofa Attributed to Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Most likely produced at LK Hjelle in Norway during the 1950s. Teak legs and armrests.
Bouclé, Teak
Gerhard Berg Teak Sofa for LK Hjelle
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gerhard Berg designed this scarce modernist sofa LK Hjelle of Norway in the golden age of Norwegian furniture design.
Upholstery, Teak
Norwegian Teak Sofa by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A beautifully sculpted example of mid-century modern design, this Norwegian teak sofa by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle brings a sense of calm, warmth, and effortless refinement to a spa...
Fabric, Teak
Loveseat Sofa by LK Hjelle Made in Norway
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and chic loveseat sofa made by LK Hjelle. This example is in fine original condition, with original fabric.
Upholstery, Teak
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H 30 in W 94 in D 30 in
Pink-Mauve Scandinavian Sofa Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Mad Men Norway
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful architectural designed sofa by L.K. Hjelle of Norway. Solid teak legs and base. Showing some wear, reupholstery is 3 years old. Seat Height is about 16.5-17.5 and the arms ...
Teak
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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