Skip to main content

Mid Century Modern Sleeper

Mid Century Scandinavian Red Sleeper Sectional
Mid Century Scandinavian Red Sleeper Sectional

Mid Century Scandinavian Red Sleeper Sectional

Located in Tulsa, OK

Mid Century Scandinavian Red Sleeper Sectional Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching on teak frame. Upholstery ...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Restored Swedish Modern "Gondola" Parallel Sleeper Sofa by Bröderna Andersson
Restored Swedish Modern "Gondola" Parallel Sleeper Sofa by Bröderna Andersson

Restored Swedish Modern "Gondola" Parallel Sleeper Sofa by Bröderna Andersson

Located in Atlanta, GA

A spectacular example of Mid-Century Swedish Modern design, this "Gondola" sleeper sofa has been meticulously restored to better-than-new condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Teak

Mesa Sleeper Sofa  by Lawson-Fenning
Mesa Sleeper Sofa  by Lawson-Fenning

Mesa Sleeper Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mesa Sleeper Sofa is our first convertible sofa. Fully upholstered with a walnut or oak plinth base, it easily converts into a queen-sized bed, making it ideal for guests and sma...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Peter Hvidt Danish Wooden Frame Caned Gold Patterned Upholstered Sleeper Settee
Peter Hvidt Danish Wooden Frame Caned Gold Patterned Upholstered Sleeper Settee

Peter Hvidt Danish Wooden Frame Caned Gold Patterned Upholstered Sleeper Settee

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century expandable sleeper Settee with a teak wood frame with caned sides, a solid seat cushion and two wedge-shaped removable back cushions in light and dark gold pattern...

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Martin Visser Sofa or Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum, Netherlands
Martin Visser Sofa or Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum, Netherlands

Martin Visser Sofa or Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum, Netherlands

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Nice sofa designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum. Freshly re-upholstered with new fabric and foam. Structure in metal. 2 positions, can be converting in bed.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed

Located in Van Nuys, CA

New old stock three-strand 3/4, three-seat rattan "Kauai" sofa sleeper bed featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with loop center feet and fold-out queen mattress. Add that mid-20th-centu...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Sofa Daybed in Green Upholstery, Seng Company, Germany, 1930s
Sofa Daybed in Green Upholstery, Seng Company, Germany, 1930s

Sofa Daybed in Green Upholstery, Seng Company, Germany, 1930s

By Seng

Located in Antwerp, BE

Sofa; Settee; Couch; Daybed; Green Upholstery; Fabric; Seng Company; Germany; German Design; Mid-Century Modern; Sofa-Sleeper; Sofa daybed in green upholstery, made in West-Germany...

Category

Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Metal

Recent Sales

Mid-Century Modern Convertible Sleeper Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Convertible Sleeper Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Convertible Sleeper Sofa

Unavailable

H 28 in W 79 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Convertible Sleeper Sofa

Located in Houston, TX

Very unique sleeper sofa with roll out bed.

Category

20th Century Sofas

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa / Daybed by Spectrum, the Netherlands 1960
Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa / Daybed by Spectrum, the Netherlands 1960

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa / Daybed by Spectrum, the Netherlands 1960

By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser

Located in Woudrichem, NL

Martin Visser streamline sleeper sofa / daybed by Spectrum, The Netherlands 1960. Beautiful sleeper sofa with pull out bench that levels to day bed size. Newly upholstered in a deep...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

BR 02.7 Sleeper Sofa with Arm Rests by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, Dutch
BR 02.7 Sleeper Sofa with Arm Rests by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, Dutch

BR 02.7 Sleeper Sofa with Arm Rests by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, Dutch

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland

BR02 sofa that can be transformed into a daybed by Martin Visser. Visser designed this sofa in 1958 when he was working for Dutch furniture manufacturer ’t Spectrum. He was one of...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern White Tuxedo Style Sleeper Sofa
Mid-Century Modern White Tuxedo Style Sleeper Sofa

Mid-Century Modern White Tuxedo Style Sleeper Sofa

Located in Topeka, KS

Great Mid-Century Modern sleeper sofa or hide-a-bed in neutral white nubby fabric and tuxedo styling.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'
Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'

Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'

Sold

H 27.56 in W 74.81 in D 29.53 in

Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'

By Martin Visser

Located in Oostende, BE

Martin Visser's iconic BR 02 sofa, for Spectrum. This Mid-Century Modern sleeper sofa has been refurbished by us and was given a new pale green qualitative upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sleeper Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sleeper Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 88.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sleeper Sofa

Located in Freehold, NJ

This Mid-Century Modern convertible sofa features hardwood construction, original upholstery which needs to be replaced, metal folding mechanism that converts it into a bed.??Dimensi...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseat Sleeper Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseat Sleeper Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Loveseat Sleeper Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a vintage loveseat by Dunbar. This piece is also a sleeper, in working condition, mattress looks unused. It is signed. Measures: 70" W x 35" D x 32.5" H seat height 15...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Robert Parry 'Attributed' Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa
Robert Parry 'Attributed' Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa

Robert Parry 'Attributed' Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa

By Robert Parry, Gelderland

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish sofa with square tubular metal frame and teak arms. The sofa seat slides out to a flat single sleeper bed! Bed measures approx 74.5" x 27". Seat Depth when closed is 22.5". F...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Robert Parry Attributed Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa
Robert Parry Attributed Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa

Robert Parry Attributed Mid-Century Sleeper Sofa

By Robert Parry, Gelderland

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish sofa with square tubular metal frame and teak arms. The sofa seat slides out to a flat bed! Frame is original with signs of wear consistent with age and use, armrests are in ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Oak Mid-Century Belgium Sleeper Coffee Table
Brutalist Oak Mid-Century Belgium Sleeper Coffee Table

Brutalist Oak Mid-Century Belgium Sleeper Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A large chunky oak 'sleeper' coffee table. Belgium, c1970s. Thick wooden structure. Some wear and scuffs commensurate with style and age. Location: Belgium Gallery. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Dux Style Mid Century Teak and Teal Sleeper Sofa
Dux Style Mid Century Teak and Teal Sleeper Sofa

Dux Style Mid Century Teak and Teal Sleeper Sofa

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Dux style Mid Century teak and teal sleeper sofa Sofa measures: 87 wide x 32 deep x 31.5 high, with seat height of 15.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Mid-Century Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa with Blue Upholstery
Mid-Century Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa with Blue Upholstery

Mid-Century Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa with Blue Upholstery

By Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Martin Visser sleeper sofa with pull out bench that levels to daybed size. This sofa has a black enameled frame and has been newly upholstered in beautiful, deep blue fab...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid Century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed
Mid Century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed

Mid Century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage circa 1960 rattan 4 Strand round pretzel arm 3 seat sleeper sofa with pullout bed in the manner of Paul Frankl. Custom made cushions available C.O.M. Included with al...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Danish Inspired Sleeper Sofa
Danish Inspired Sleeper Sofa

Danish Inspired Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 28 in W 80 in D 33 in

Danish Inspired Sleeper Sofa

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Probably American made, but Danish influenced sleeper sofa. Needs to be all redone but fold down sleeper sofas in the modern style are pretty hard to find! Back folds down easily to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

French Industrial Modern Sleeper Sofa in New Noir Upholstery
French Industrial Modern Sleeper Sofa in New Noir Upholstery

French Industrial Modern Sleeper Sofa in New Noir Upholstery

By Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amazing convertible sofa completely re-upholstered in black. Very French Industrial moderne. Frame is in original condition with visible signs of wear. Some enamel loss consistent wi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle Danish Modern Sofa Sleeper
Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle Danish Modern Sofa Sleeper

Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle Danish Modern Sofa Sleeper

By Poul Volther, Frem Røjle

Located in Fulton, CA

A Danish Modern sofa sleeper designed by Poul M. Volther for Frem Røjle. Denmark, circa. 1960's. Converts from sofa to bed by simply sliding the frame forward. Beautiful original fin...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Martin Visser Style Sleeper Sofa
Martin Visser Style Sleeper Sofa

Martin Visser Style Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 26 in W 75.5 in D 35 in

Martin Visser Style Sleeper Sofa

By Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Newly upholstered in light rust colored fabric with original grey steel tubular framed sleeper sofa newly. The seat pulls forward to transform the sofa into a single sleeping bed. Fr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Rob Parry Sleepers Sofa for Gelderland, Dutch Modern Design, 1960s
Rob Parry Sleepers Sofa for Gelderland, Dutch Modern Design, 1960s

Rob Parry Sleepers Sofa for Gelderland, Dutch Modern Design, 1960s

By Gelderland, Rob Parry

Located in The Hague, NL

Rare sofa designed by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1960s. Minimalistic and elegant Dutch design pride. With one movement, the seat can be pulled out into a single sofa bed. Measureme...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa
Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 28 in W 76 in L 28 in

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Navy upholstered Martin Visser sleeper sofa with pull-out bench that levels to a single bed for your guest. Fabric has faded stripe on upholstery, frame in good original condition wi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa
Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 27.5 in W 76.5 in D 38 in

Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Martin Visser sleeper sofa with pull out bench that levels to day bed size. Newer indigo blue upholstery. Black enameled metal frame in original condition with visible sign...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Robert Parry Midcentury Sleeper Sofa
Robert Parry Midcentury Sleeper Sofa

Robert Parry Midcentury Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 26 in W 84 in D 27.5 in

Robert Parry Midcentury Sleeper Sofa

By Robert Parry, Gelderland

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stylish sofa with square tubular metal frame and upholstered arms with teak arm rest. The sofa seat slides out into a sleeper position. Frame is original with signs of wear consisten...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Designer Midcentury 2-Piece Cubist Modern Lucite Acrylic Loveseat Sofa Sleeper
Designer Midcentury 2-Piece Cubist Modern Lucite Acrylic Loveseat Sofa Sleeper

Designer Midcentury 2-Piece Cubist Modern Lucite Acrylic Loveseat Sofa Sleeper

By Leon Rosen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Designed by Frank Lapadura for Richard Scott Furniture Inc. of Miami, Florida. The sofa is special for many reasons. First, it’s a sleeper! Secondly, it’s a sectional! The two-piece ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Acrylic, Lucite

Posh Pair of Italian 1950s Sleeper Chairs
Posh Pair of Italian 1950s Sleeper Chairs

Posh Pair of Italian 1950s Sleeper Chairs

Sold

H 32 in W 24 in D 23 in L 32 in

Posh Pair of Italian 1950s Sleeper Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian 1950s sleeper chairs re-upholstered in a gray cotton. Legs stained ebony.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

1960's Mad-Men Style Sleeper Sofa
1960's Mad-Men Style Sleeper Sofa

1960's Mad-Men Style Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 30.25 in W 78 in D 38 in

1960's Mad-Men Style Sleeper Sofa

By Karl-Erik Ekselius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century, stylishly boxy, 3 seater sleeper sofa with tapered teak legs and newly upholstered cream fabric. The back folds down to convert from sofa into a bed. Bed measures 78" x ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Midcentury Pine Sleeper Sofa with Upholstered Cushions
Midcentury Pine Sleeper Sofa with Upholstered Cushions

Midcentury Pine Sleeper Sofa with Upholstered Cushions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful lightly refinished pine three-seat midcentury sleeper sofa with new natural canvas upholstery. Handsome armrests and original blanket storage compartment under the mattress...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Dirk Van Sliedregt Sleeper Sofa for Pastoe
Dirk Van Sliedregt Sleeper Sofa for Pastoe

Dirk Van Sliedregt Sleeper Sofa for Pastoe

By Dirk Van Sliedregt, Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning original sit and sleep model MB09 couch with hidden blanket storage. Birchwood with the original two-tone webbing. Designed by Dirk van Sliedregt in 1951 for UMS Pastoe Holl...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed
Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed

Sold

H 28.5 in W 76.5 in D 30.75 in

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Gijs Van Der Sluis designed, mid-century sleeper sofa with enameled black metal frame. Recently upholstery in fire red. The bottom pulls away from seat back to level out an...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Rare Pair of Convertible Lounge to Sleeper Chairs
Rare Pair of Convertible Lounge to Sleeper Chairs

Rare Pair of Convertible Lounge to Sleeper Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Netherlands, 1950s Industrial metal frame with removable armrests and new almost black upholstered seating, set price. See matching sofa (S677) sleeper measures (as shown) 74.5/72...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Coen de Vries for Pilastro Loveseat, Sleeper
Coen de Vries for Pilastro Loveseat, Sleeper

Coen de Vries for Pilastro Loveseat, Sleeper

Sold

H 29.25 in W 59.5 in D 23.75 in

Coen de Vries for Pilastro Loveseat, Sleeper

By Coen de Vries, Pilastro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Coen de Vries sofa - daybed newly upholstered in sunshine yellow fabric. Black enameled metal frame. Easily transforms from sofa to daybed as pictured. Very good original condition. ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for ’T Spectrum
Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for ’T Spectrum

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for ’T Spectrum

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original steel tubular framed sleeper sofa newly upholstered in royal blue. The seat pulls forward to transform the sofa into a single sleeping bed. Voila. Handsome and useful! Frame...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

1980s French Modular Sleeper Sofa by Roche Bobois
1980s French Modular Sleeper Sofa by Roche Bobois

1980s French Modular Sleeper Sofa by Roche Bobois

By Roche Bobois

Located in Victoria, BC

A bold 1980s modular sleeper sofa by Roche Bobois that’s all about laid-back comfort and clever design. Made up of oversized, super-cushy modules, it easily shifts from everyday seat...

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Martin Visser Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum
Midcentury Martin Visser Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum

Midcentury Martin Visser Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Midcentury Martin Visser sleeper sofa with charcoal grey upholstery and black enameled metal frame. In overall good condition with pull-out seat for sleeper. Other similar style sofa...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Bone White Upholstered Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa
Bone White Upholstered Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

Bone White Upholstered Martin Visser Streamline Sleeper Sofa

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bone white upholstered Martin Visser sleeper sofa with pull out bench that levels to a single bed for your guest. Frame in good original condition with wear consistent with age and u...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Sleeper Sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti
Vintage Italian Sleeper Sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

Vintage Italian Sleeper Sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

By Saporiti

Located in Chicago, IL

Upholstered in a navy blue fabric. Matching chair available as well. Transforms into sleeper with removal of top cushions. Bed in good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum
Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum

Sold

H 27.56 in W 74.81 in D 31.89 in

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Beautiful BR02 bed sofa with BA02 armrest. Reupholstered in a beautiful high end fabric by Keymer Essential Fabrics. The foam filling has also been replaced. The color is a beauti...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Chrome, Metal

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's
De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

De Sede DS76 Four Section Modular Sofa with great patina. Cushions fold down to convert to a sleeper sofa. This is in original worn condition. Small Tear in one back pillow that has ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Streamline Sleeper Sofa in the style of Martin Visser
Streamline Sleeper Sofa in the style of Martin Visser

Streamline Sleeper Sofa in the style of Martin Visser

By Martin Visser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original steel tubular framed sleeper sofa newly upholstered in orange. The seat pulls forward to transform the sofa into a single sleeping bed. Handsome and useful! Frame in origina...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman Sleeper-Sofa Loveseat with Chrome Base 1970s
Milo Baughman Sleeper-Sofa Loveseat with Chrome Base 1970s

Milo Baughman Sleeper-Sofa Loveseat with Chrome Base 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Sleeper-sofa loveseat with pull out bed and mattress with chrome base by Milo Baughman, American 1970's. Sleeper sofas from this period by designers like Milo Baughman are very rare...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pink Walter Knoll for Knoll "Stella" Sleeper Loveseat, 1960's
Pink Walter Knoll for Knoll "Stella" Sleeper Loveseat, 1960's

Pink Walter Knoll for Knoll "Stella" Sleeper Loveseat, 1960's

By Knoll, Walter Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's Walter Knoll for Knoll "Stella Magic" sleeper loveseat with lush pink velvety upholstery and a nicely contrasting dark wood base. A unique sliding cushion design with fold dow...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet

1960's Mid-Century Modern Velvet Queen Sofa  Bed
1960's Mid-Century Modern Velvet Queen Sofa  Bed

1960's Mid-Century Modern Velvet Queen Sofa Bed

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Edward Wormley

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage Midcentury Modern sofa sleeper for sale. This sofa has been completely reupholstered in new velvet and foam, and has a new queen size mattress. It's very comfortable and very...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Dutch Design Sleeper Sofa by Martin Visser, Spectrum, 1960s
Midcentury Dutch Design Sleeper Sofa by Martin Visser, Spectrum, 1960s

Midcentury Dutch Design Sleeper Sofa by Martin Visser, Spectrum, 1960s

By 't Spectrum, Elmar Ludwig and Paul Smith, Martin Visser, Kvadrat

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This Dutch design icon was designed by Martin Visser for Spectrum, The Netherlands. This sofa, called model BR02, is beautiful in its simplicity. Simple design yet super comfortabl...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS 76 Black Leather 5 Piece Sectional Sleeper Sofa
De Sede DS 76 Black Leather 5 Piece Sectional Sleeper Sofa

De Sede DS 76 Black Leather 5 Piece Sectional Sleeper Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome De Sede DS 76 black leather 5 piece sectional sleeper sofa with deep zip-on cushions that fold out to beds. A few well loved sections with visible wear and some cracking to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Gijs Van Der Sluis Red Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961
Gijs Van Der Sluis Red Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

Gijs Van Der Sluis Red Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands. Model- 540. Metal black frame and red fabric seatings. The bottom pulls away...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1970s De Sede DS 169 Leather Sleeper Sofa by Ernst Ambühler
1970s De Sede DS 169 Leather Sleeper Sofa by Ernst Ambühler

1970s De Sede DS 169 Leather Sleeper Sofa by Ernst Ambühler

By Ernst Ambühler, De Sede

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

The iconic DS 169 Sofa for De Sede circa 1970’s Switzerland. Designed by Ernst Ambühler, this sofa quickly folds back and converts in to a double bed. An extremely comfortable and ve...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Black Vinyl Convertible Harvey Probber Style Sofa Sleeper Couch Made in Japan
Black Vinyl Convertible Harvey Probber Style Sofa Sleeper Couch Made in Japan

Black Vinyl Convertible Harvey Probber Style Sofa Sleeper Couch Made in Japan

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This stunning, time capsule gem was sourced from the son of the original owner who purchased it in Japan in 1971. Not only is the vinyl in excellent original condition, but the mecha...

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Coen De Vries Indigo and Light Gray Model 204 Sleeper Sofa
Coen De Vries Indigo and Light Gray Model 204 Sleeper Sofa

Coen De Vries Indigo and Light Gray Model 204 Sleeper Sofa

By Coen de Vries

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare conversion sofa to bed from Coen de Vries for Pilastro with arm rests. Newly upholstered in grey and indigo with black enameled metal frame. When as a daybed it measures 85 x 32...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Metal

Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961
Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands. Model- 540. Metal black frame and cushions have been reupholstered in a nice eg...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961
Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands. Model- 540. Metal grey frame and new upholstery in blue fabric with pink armr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961
Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Blue Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands. Model- 540. Metal grey frame and new upholstery in blue fabric with yellow or...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum with New Upholstery
Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum with New Upholstery

Martin Visser BR02 Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum with New Upholstery

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Beautiful Martin Visser BR02 bed sofa for 't Spectrum. Reupholstered in a beautiful Carlucci fabric by Chivasso. The foam filling and support straps have also been replaced. The ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Hans Wegner 'attr' Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa With Green Upholstery
Hans Wegner 'attr' Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa With Green Upholstery

Hans Wegner 'attr' Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa With Green Upholstery

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hans Wegner attributed Model GE 258 for Getama sleeper sofa with kiwi green upholstery. The backrest can be raised, giving you added storage space for pillows and blankets, but it ca...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery

1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Very Rare Color Base
1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Very Rare Color Base

1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Very Rare Color Base

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Velvet Fabric, Black Base
1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Velvet Fabric, Black Base

1958, Martin Visser, Original 1st Version Sleeper with Velvet Fabric, Black Base

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed & Lounge Chair set 1961
Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed & Lounge Chair set 1961

Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed & Lounge Chair set 1961

By Gijs Van Der Sluis

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands. Model- 540. Metal black frame and cushions have been reupholstered in a nice eg...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Hans Wegner Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa in Light Wood & Bubble Gum Pink
Hans Wegner Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa in Light Wood & Bubble Gum Pink

Hans Wegner Model GE 258 for Getama Sleeper Sofa in Light Wood & Bubble Gum Pink

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hans Wegner attributed Model GE 258 for Getama sleeper sofa with newer bubble gum pink upholstery. The backrest can be raised, giving you added storage space for pillows and blankets...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Ligne Roset Nomad ii Adjustable Sectional Sleeper Sofa Bed
Mid-Century Modern Ligne Roset Nomad ii Adjustable Sectional Sleeper Sofa Bed

Mid-Century Modern Ligne Roset Nomad ii Adjustable Sectional Sleeper Sofa Bed

By Ligne Roset

Located in Dayton, OH

"Ligne Roset Nomade II convertible sofa. Ligne Roset is a family business known for its unabashedly modern approach to design, an approach exemplified by this gorgeous sofa. Tasteful...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

1970s Vintage Modern Sleeper Sofa
1970s Vintage Modern Sleeper Sofa

1970s Vintage Modern Sleeper Sofa

Sold

H 28.5 in W 72.5 in D 36.5 in

1970s Vintage Modern Sleeper Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a chic sleeper sofa circa the 1970s. This piece showcases a clean modern silhouette, its back and side pillows and overall enveloping frame is the perfec...

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

People Also Browsed

Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle
Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle

Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle

$559 / item

H 2.76 in Dm 6.3 in

Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Travertine

'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau

'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau

$2,215Sale Price / item|10% Off

H 6 in W 7.25 in D 4.75 in

'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau

By Maison Paname, Pierre Chareau

Located in Glendale, CA

'Single Block' Model #185 Alabaster Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesier...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Steel

Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table

Picasso Marble Cone Side Table

$2,082 / item

H 16.54 in Dm 15.75 in

Picasso Marble Cone Side Table

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass
Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass

Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal

Large Mid-Century Style Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal
Large Mid-Century Style Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal

Large Mid-Century Style Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal

$2,892Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 33.47 in Dm 41.34 in

Large Mid-Century Style Stilnovo Chandelier in Brass and Black Lacquered Metal

By Stilnovo

Located in Berlin, DE

This large Stilnovo style chandelier is very extraordinary. The large scale-brass and black metal lamp shades are going in different directions. It is crafted in Italy in the style o...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Nazar Side Table Tall in Brass & Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Nazar Side Table Tall in Brass & Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Nazar Side Table Tall in Brass & Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Evil Eye Side Table Tall in Brass with Semi Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal The collection reimagines a protective totem for your home; negative energy knows it is not welcome ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa

Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa

$4,800Sale Price|26% Off

H 26 in W 84 in D 32 in

Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26" tall seat height 14".  

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1970s Milo Baughman Light Beige Chrome Plinth Base Sectional
1970s Milo Baughman Light Beige Chrome Plinth Base Sectional

1970s Milo Baughman Light Beige Chrome Plinth Base Sectional

$8,625Sale Price|25% Off

H 28 in W 118 in D 34 in

1970s Milo Baughman Light Beige Chrome Plinth Base Sectional

By Milo Baughman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sectional you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful cotton velvet upholstery sectional ...

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors
1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors

1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors

$5,996Sale Price|20% Off

H 29 in W 120 in D 34 in

1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sectional you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Outstanding Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 5 Seat Sectional Sofa Walnut Table
Outstanding Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 5 Seat Sectional Sofa Walnut Table

Outstanding Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 5 Seat Sectional Sofa Walnut Table

$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28 in W 130 in D 28 in

Outstanding Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 5 Seat Sectional Sofa Walnut Table

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent Milo Baughman walnut platform 5 seat L-shaped sofa sectional. This very unusual set consist of 2 walnut platform base tables with 5 movable seat components. This set ca...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design
Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design

Moncloud Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for Cassina, Modern Italian Design

By Cassina, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Moncloud Sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) THE FUTURE IN A SOFA A generous, welcoming refuge that celebrates comfort and hospitality. Designed by ...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa
Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa

Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa

$4,400

H 31 in W 92 in D 31 in

Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa

By Harvey Probber

Located in Hanover, MA

At last, a mid-century sofa at a comfortable seat height thanks to its 10 inch high legs. Original Harvey Probber mid-century modern sofa with distinctive sloped arms and square tape...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Cast Bronze Sconce, Verdegris Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection
Cast Bronze Sconce, Verdegris Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection

Cast Bronze Sconce, Verdegris Finish, Flor de Bronce Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by the layered significance of the calla lily in Mexican culture, this collection blends the bold heft of cast bronze with sculpted, flowing curves that echo the flower’s fo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Minimalist Curved Sofa With Soft Feminine Silhouette in High-Resistant Velvet
Minimalist Curved Sofa With Soft Feminine Silhouette in High-Resistant Velvet

Minimalist Curved Sofa With Soft Feminine Silhouette in High-Resistant Velvet

Located in New York, NY

This sofa embodies a refined dialogue between geometry and softness. Its gently rounded profile creates an uninterrupted, fluid contour that wraps gracefully around the seating area,...

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Hardwood

Customizable Montis Ringo Sofa by GERARD VAN DEN BERG
Customizable Montis Ringo Sofa by GERARD VAN DEN BERG

Customizable Montis Ringo Sofa by GERARD VAN DEN BERG

$6,294 / item

H 27.1 in W 82.3 in D 42.9 in

Customizable Montis Ringo Sofa by GERARD VAN DEN BERG

By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting fabric. Gerard van den Berg describes his design Ringo as ‘cosy and inviting.’ Taking a strikingly minimal shape as his starting point, he designed three ...

Category

2010s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart
Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart

Teak & Cane "FD" Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart

By France & Søn, John Stuart, Peter Hvidt, Hvidt & Mølgaard, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Make your living room the envy of the neighborhood with this breathtaking teak & rattan sofa designed by legendary Scandinavian Modern duo Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Mid Century Modern Sleeper", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Mid Century Modern Sleeper For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mid century modern sleeper you’re looking for. Each mid century modern sleeper for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and upholstery. There are many kinds of the mid century modern sleeper you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right mid century modern sleeper, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. A well-made mid century modern sleeper has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk and Gelderland are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Sleeper?

The average selling price for a mid century modern sleeper at 1stDibs is $2,950, while they’re typically $950 on the low end and $17,000 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.