Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Olive Green Leather
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated olive green leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Waterfall shaped sofas in olive green leather by the Swiss ma...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Lounge Sofa in Cognac Leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, in the 1970s.
A large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, set of four DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather b...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish mid-century corner sofa. This sofa was made around 1950 well before corner sofas and sectionals really became a thing and the proportions are reflective of the homes at t...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Wool, Mohair
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant and organic looking Danish 1930-40s curved two-seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up throug...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Ubald Klug Iconic 'Terrazza' Sofa Island for De Sede
By Ubald Klug
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ubald Klug DS-1025 'Terrazza' Sofa Island (4 pieces together) for De Sede, Switzerland. New, current production.
The timeless classic 'Terrazza' sofa by De Sede in wonderful high-en...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ubald Klug Pair of Iconic 'Terrazza' Sofas for De Sede
By Ubald Klug
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ubald Klug Pair of DS-1025 'Terrazza' Sofas, Outdoor Version in Fabric Upholstery for De Sede, Switzerland. New, current production.
The timeless classic 'Terrazza' sofa by De Sede ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige velvet and oak sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Dents and patina present to wood frame.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30” H...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A possibly unique walnut and off-white fabric sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, USA, 1960s.
Provenance: Sofa custom ordered the apartment of Susan Schl...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
A two-seater “Plumy” sofa by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna, France circa 1979
Located in View Park, CA
A two-seater “Plumy” sofa by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna, France circa 1970s. Cinna was an offshoot of Ligne Roset, established in 1975, that featured myriad works by Annie Hiéronimus...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Four-Seat Teak-Frame Sofa in Original Wool Blend 1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the fine Swedish manufacturer DUX, this sofa was designed by Folke Ohlsson, renowned for his sophisticated, modern, and approchable style. Well-built, with strong lines and arms...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
San Rafael Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Sofa is a generously proportioned sofa that excels in comfort. The plush wide-channel tufted cushions are tailored beautifully to interlock with the expertly crafted ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Three-Seat Shell Tandem Sofa By Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller C.1974
Located in Bernville, PA
Rare tandem shell seating designed by Charles & Ray Eames, USA 1974. This piece features three white fiberglass and light purple vinyl seats with Formica tables on each end sitting o...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Sofa, Chenille, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Beijinho 4-seat sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Beijinho sofa seamlessly combines the soft texture of high-quality fabric with the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern Wood Bench for Cansado circa 1958
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench with side table and drawer, from Cite Cansado, Mauritania, designed by Charlotte Perriand.
wood, plastic laminated covered wood, lacquered metal and fabric.
In good original c...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa, 1970
Located in New York, NY
'Camaleonda' modular sofa, designed by Mario Bellini, for C&B Italia, 1970.
The structure is constructed of wood and upholstery in fabric.
Original label. Prod. C&B, Italia, Noved...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, sofa, model '6999', reupholstered in “Bold” by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, made 1950s
This mid-century modern sofa, designed by Vladim...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Sergio Asti for Poltronova 'Zelda' Sofa in Walnut and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, sofa model 'Zelda', leather, walnut, brass, Italy, 1962.
This well-executed sofa features a sculptural wooden frame composed of cut-out angles that cont...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Curved Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Original Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud sofa for Directional. This sofa was originally manufactured during the 90s and has been recovered at some point. Fabric is still in very goo...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37” H x 54.5” W x 34” D
Seat Height (inches): 18”
Arm Height (inches): 21....
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Dimensions: 32.25” H x 85.5” W x 40” D
Seat Height...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Amarena Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Air Sofa Newly Upholstered in Amarena color Teddy Bouclé, 1980s by Burkhard Vogtherr for Hain & Thome- plus original upholstered cushion. We have two other versions of these sofas av...
Category
1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vivai Del Sud, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and pink fabric sofa or settee produced by Vivai Del Sud, Italy, c. 1970s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Dimensions: 34” H x 65.1” W x 37.1” D
Seat Height: 1...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian Contemporary Warm White Chenille and Wood Curved Conversation Sofa
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful curved conversation sofa with 4 seats with warm white chenille, designed and handcrafted by us with structure in solid wood.
It's possible to customise the fabric; in the p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chenille, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Green Velvet Sofa, Geometric Shape Asymmetric Armrest
Located in Porto, PT
Mid-Century Modern Green Velvet Sofa, Geometric Shape, Asymmetric Armrest
The Treze Sofa is a refined fusion of minimalist geometry and timeless craftsmanship. Its clean lines and st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
1970s Italian Midcentury Carved Wood Brass Cord Woven Rope Lounge Bench Sofa
Located in Carimate, Como
Stylish and beautiful 1960s Mid-Century Modern bench lounge sofa in wood with new seating pillow and cord or woven rope backseat completed with brass details. The traditional and cla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Cord, Rope, Wood
Banana Form Curved "Banana" Sofa with Newly Rebuilt Seat, Denmark 1940's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant Danish 1940s curved "sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's and the Danes ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech, Mohair
Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer.
Manufactured by Auping (Netherlands), circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a be...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Dark Brown Leather
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa element, leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Waterfall shaped sofa in a dark brown leather by the Swiss manufacturer De Sede. The d...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant and organic looking Danish 1930-40s curved two-seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up throug...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Studio Gruppo 14 T.E.E. 3-Seater Sofa by Busnelli, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Studio Gruppo 14 T.E.E. 3-Seater Sofa by Busnelli, Italy, 1970s
This exceptional sofa, manufactured by the renowned Italian company Busnelli, is a remarkable find due to its rarity....
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam
Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise.
The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina
A family of elegant, comfortable seating options, ideally suited to any decor style, formal or informal, and any siz...
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Cassina Maralunga 3seat Sofa in Darkbrown Leather
Located in Halle, DE
Vintage Maralunga 3-seat Sofa, designed 1973 by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features folding back rests cushions that can be folded down, or folded up to provide the use...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Sectional Sofa att. to Probber
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional two piece sectional, having two curved sections, with an even arm and seat back. This sofa can be set up together, or each piece can be placed separately if that works be...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen of Denmark. Legs made from solid beech. Comfortable and super solid with nice and s...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige velvet and oak sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.5” H x 60.25” W x 33.5” D
Seat Height (in...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Douglas Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Douglas sofa is a low-slung sofa with a down-wrapped seat cushion and solid American walnut or white oak legs.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ang...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak.
Original upholstery of wool.
Model 290, made by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Danish 1940s Curved Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb and rare sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen as model 1668 probably in the 1940s. The model was seen in Fritz Hansen's catalog #4202 in 1951 and earlier...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the iconic Gondola Sofa, a masterpiece of mid-century modern design by Adrian Pearsall. With its sculptural silhouette, this sofa embodies the sleek, organic aesthetic th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Sofa by Domino Mobler Denmark in the style of H.P. Hansen
By H.P. Hansen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted Danish sofa in a medium beige diagonal patterned corduroy styled soft chenille fabric . The piece sits on a solid teak wood frame and legs making for a sturdy and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Italian Modern Three-Seat "Confidential" Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Note that this listing is for the 3-seater sofa alone (matching loveseat and lounge chair are available separately).
Three-piece "Confidential" Sofa designed in 1972 by Italian archi...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960
Reupholstered in Great Plains Lionheart by HOLLY HUNT – a plush, fur-like chenille made from 100% solution-dyed ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
A rare stylish sofa by, Midcentury Modern. Re-upholstered in black velvet.
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa in stained ash, model Studio by italian designer Lucian Ercolani. This iconic sofa was designed in the mid 1950's and manufactured by the designers company Ercol in England.
R...
Category
1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Rosewood & Leather Sofa by Jydsk Mobelvaerk
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...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather by the Swiss ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
3-Seater Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" 3-seater sofas / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.
This example features green-grey velvet with colored pattern. While the fabric holds strong, re-covering in new fabric is recommended. Head / backrests are adjustable for a cheeky look that never fails to turn heads in the living room. They are also extremely comfortable. The height of the sofa with fully extended headrest is 40 in (100 cm) and 30 in (71 cm) when fully compressed.
It has been professionally laundered and is clean, however, the fabric remains discolored. Structurally sound in every respect and an excellent candidates for re-covering according to decorator's desire.
While origin stories behind the world’s timeless designs vary widely, the story of the Maralunga sofa is one of the best in design lore: As legend has it, when Cassina founder Cesare Cassina first saw the prototype for the piece in the mid-1970s by Italian furniture designer Vico Magistretti (1920–2006), he was so disgusted by it that he punched it, breaking the back of the sofa, which crumbled over itself . . . into the shape the piece would eventually take. (“Right, great, it looks perfect to me like that,” Magistretti allegedly responded.)
Whether it was his accidental adjustment or further consideration of the design, Cassina clearly came around: His company debuted Magistretti’s design in 1973. The Maralunga is characterized by what looks like a slumped backrest but is really an adjustable-height headrest, moved by way of a bicycle chain...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
This sofa measures: 87 wide x 32 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height of 23 inc...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
William Andrus for Steelcase Model 465 Mid Century Lucite and Fiberglass Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
William Andrus for Steelcase Model 465 Mid Century Lucite and Fiberglass Sofa
This sofa measures: 84 wide x 34 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 25 i...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Fiberglass, Lucite
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian Modern Two-Seat "Confidential" Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Note that this listing is for the 2-seater sofa/loveseat alone (matching 3-seat sofa and lounge chair are available separately).
Two-piece "Confidential" Sofa/Loveseat designed in 19...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina
The soft, welcoming lines of this sofa spell comfort and flexibility. Circular, semi-circular and rectangular shapes alternate to create a dy...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Formica
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa in Mohair, C 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Experience timeless elegance with this vintage sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Fully restored and reupholstered in luxurious Mohair by Holland & Sherry, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda Leather Sectional Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda Mid Century Leather Sectional Sofa
This sofa measures: 113 wide x 78 deep x 26 inches high, with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Patricia Urquiola Beam Sofa System For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Beam Sofa System For Cassina
An innovative upholstered seating system, supported by a beam that allows sectional elements to be combined i...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam
Four Piece „TRIO“ Sofa by COR Team Form AG, 1973
By COR, Team Form AG
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Vintage COR Trio Modular Sofa in Brown
This original Trio sofa by COR is a timeless design classic, offering both versatility and comfort. It consists of four modular elements, incl...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa in Yellow Mustard Velvet 70's Retro Style
Located in Porto, PT
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa in Yellow Mustard Velvet 70's Style
The Madison Sofa Yellow manifests modern style, blending mid-century modern inspiration with contemporary elegance....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
Le Corbusier 2 Fauteuil Grand Confort Petit Modèle Trois Places Durable
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Le Corbusier 2 Fauteuil Grand Confort Petit Modèle Trois Places Durable
A timeless style that has written its own chapter in design history, becoming an icon of global fame. Perfec...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa for Thayer Coggin
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...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Rosewood
Corner Sofa in Elm and White Boucle
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Corner sofa, elm, boucle fabric, Europe, 1960s
Corner sofa with classical elements, made in Europe in the 1960s. Crafted from elm wood, this sofa embodies both strength and grace. I...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Elm
Bamboo and rope sofa, 1950s
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Bamboo and rope sofa, Made in Italy, 1950s.
Peculiar bamboo sofa with rope seat. Its design fits any type of decor. Condition is excellent, may show slight signs of time due to age ...
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1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, String
Mid-Century 2167S Boomerang Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century model 2167S Boomerang platform sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Designed and made circa 1960s, United States. An absolute stunner of a sofa with bot...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Walnut
1955 Florence Knoll Three-Seater Sofa Mid Century Modern
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1955 Knoll Three-Seater Sofa by Knoll
Sofa model 2557 is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1955
91 w x 29 h x 31.5 d Seat 17 h x 22 d Arm rest 2...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950s Danish Sofa Reupholstered with Designer Mohair Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 1950s Danish sofa that has been beautifully reupholstered in a plush Schumacher designer mohair fabric, offering both luxury and durability. Its angular arms, a signature mi...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Birch
Saporiti Italia "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed in 1974 by Giovanni Offredi, "Wave" three seat sofa. Since 1950 Saporiti has produced some of the most sophisticated and advanced pieces of furniture in the history of Itali...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet.
It’s in good vintage conditi...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Togo Corner Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in Leather/Alcantara
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. France. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Two seperate Togo corners, one in white leather and one in white alcantara for a two tone ...
Category
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Rare Gio Ponti Corner Sofa in Pierre Frey Dual Tone Fabric
By Gio Ponti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti sofa, Pierre Frey fabric and walnut, Italy, 1960s
Stunning sofa by Gio Ponti. This particular sofa breathes the luxurious feel of well-balanced Italian furniture designs o...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved black-painted iron and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Size of individual section: 30” H x 63” W x 37.5” D
All upholstered furniture can be re...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Mid-century Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
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