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Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
By Stendig Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Sofa by Stendig, Switzerland, New Sheepskin Boucle, Mid Century Modern, Labeled. A rare Mid
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
By Strässle International
Located in Lyon, FR
Gorgeous sofa from Strässle, made in Switzerland in the 1980, in its original graphic and colorful
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
$2,344 Sale Price
23% Off
H 31.11 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Modular Sofa by Casa Bella, 1980s Switzerland
By De Sede, Casa Bella
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Imagine a sofa that perfectly blends luxury, comfort, and design. This spacious, modular sofa is
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modular Sofa by Casa Bella, 1980s Switzerland
Modular Sofa by Casa Bella, 1980s Switzerland
$32,500
H 30 in W 172 in D 40 in
De Sede DS11 sectional sofa Switzerland 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice model DS11 sectional sofa designed and made by De Sede, Switzerland 1970. This sofa is
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS11 sectional sofa Switzerland 1970
De Sede DS11 sectional sofa Switzerland 1970
$9,672
H 25.2 in W 126.78 in D 34.65 in
DS12 Modular Sofa from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Ranst, VAN
This exquisite vintage sofa, upholstered in dark brown buffalo neck leather, presents the DS12
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS12 Modular Sofa from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
DS12 Modular Sofa from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
$5,289
H 27.17 in W 87.8 in D 32.68 in
Sofa DS-61 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by De Sede, Switzerland, 1960s. Good vintage condition with signs of usage.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa DS-61 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
Sofa DS-61 by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
$10,579
H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 32.68 in
De Sede DS-86 Patinated Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-86 Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s An iconic and luxurious three-seater leather sofa
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-86 Patinated Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede DS-86 Patinated Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
$7,000
H 39.38 in W 85.83 in D 33.47 in
1980s De Sede Exclusive Brown Leather Sofa, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - slight smell of tobacco
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1980s De Sede Exclusive Brown Leather Sofa, Switzerland
1980s De Sede Exclusive Brown Leather Sofa, Switzerland
$3,657 Sale Price
20% Off
H 32.29 in W 82.68 in D 33.47 in
DS125 Sofas by Gerd Lange for De Sede, Switzerland, 1978
By Gerd Lange, De Sede
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of DS125 sofas designed in 1978 by German designer Gerd Lange for De Sede, Switzerland
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

DS125 Sofas by Gerd Lange for De Sede, Switzerland, 1978
DS125 Sofas by Gerd Lange for De Sede, Switzerland, 1978
$7,386 / item
H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 34.65 in
De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa, Switzerland - circa 1980
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Beautiful DS-2011 sofa in black slightly patinated leather. Manufacturer: De Sede Country
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa, Switzerland - circa 1980
De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa, Switzerland - circa 1980
$3,291 Sale Price
33% Off
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
traditional Swiss craftsmanship with modern sophistication, earning the brand a global reputation.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
$19,924 / set
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 34.26 in
DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
manufactured in the 1970s by De Sede in Switzerland. This extremely comfortable sofa or loveseat can be
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
DS-85 Sofa or Daybed by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
$10,434
H 30.32 in W 77.56 in D 37.41 in
Sofa Model DS-61 Produced by De Sede in Switzerland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model DS-61. Produced by De Sede in Switzerland.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa Model DS-61 Produced by De Sede in Switzerland
Sofa Model DS-61 Produced by De Sede in Switzerland
$11,167
H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 32.68 in
Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DeSede Black Leather Vintage Freestanding DS 69 Sofa Daybed 1970s Switzerland
Located in Vienna, AT
DeSede vintage sofa or daybed DS 69 from high quality black stitched leather 1970s Switzerland
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Three Seat Tufted Sofa in Teak Leather, Swiss, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in San Francisco, CA
luxurious patina, the sofa is still so modern and eye-catching. It makes an immediate impact in your home
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Extremely Rare white Sofa design by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1980
By Paolo Piva
Located in Oirlo, LI
This exceptionally rare and elegant three-seater sofa designed by Paolo Piva for De Sede
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-17 Braun Garnitur Leder Couch Designklassiker Luxus Made in Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
Beschreibung Zum Verkauf steht eine elegante Garnitur aus zwei DS-17 Sofas von de Sede in satter Braunleder
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1990s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede 'Cosmos' DS28 modular sofa in grey / brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970's
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Uithoorn, NL
De Sede 'Cosmos' DS28 modular sofa in grey / brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970's The Cosmos has
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds-47 Neck Leather Two-Seat Sofa from Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland 1970s Introducing the De Sede DS-47 Neck
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Extremely Rare Vintage Sofa by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1970s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very rare vintage 3-seat sofa in its original black leather. Stunning patina. Designed in the
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-86 Two-Seat Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-86 Two-Seat Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1960s A timeless example of
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

De Sede DS-2011 Two-seat Sofa in Black Leather, Switzerland - circa 1980-90
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa that is anything but
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS46 Cognac Buffalo Leather Sectional Sofa, Switzerland - 1976
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
. Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Country: Switzerland Model: DS-46 sofa Design period: 1970’s Date
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-47 Brown Neck Leather Two-Seat Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 brown neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s. Introducing the De Sede DS-47
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Chocolate Brown COR Trio Sectional Sofa Germany Switzerland 1972 NEW UPHOLSTERY
By COR, Team Form AG
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
) Country: Germany / Switzerland Model: Trio sectional sofa Color: dark chocolate brown Material: new plush
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Large COR Trio Sectional Sofa, Germany / Switzerland 1972 NEW VELVET UPHOLSTERY
By COR, Team Form AG
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Vintage COR Trio Sofa in new Dark Chocolate Brown Velvet. The velvet can easily be brushed to give
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Sofa DS-600 by Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, De Sede, 1972, Switzerland
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger
Located in Dallas, TX
Custom ordered sofa DS-600 designed by Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Ueli Berger, and Heinz Ulrich, De
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Leather 3 Seat Sofa
By De Sede, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in High Point, NC
This beautifully broken-in brown leather sofa embodies mid-century modern design elements bringing
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Leather 3 Seat Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Leather 3 Seat Sofa
$3,250
H 25 in W 77 in D 32 in
De Sede Sofa and Easy Chair Model DS-47 by De Sede in Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare two-seat sofa and easy chair model DS-47 designed by design team at De Sede. Produced by De
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Sofa and Easy Chair Model DS-47 by De Sede in Switzerland
De Sede Sofa and Easy Chair Model DS-47 by De Sede in Switzerland
$8,816 / set
H 27.56 in W 55.12 in D 37.41 in
Swiss DeSede DS-66 Cognac Leather Sofa by Carl Larsson, 1978
By De Sede
Located in Bern, CH
De Sede DS-66 cognac leather sofa. Designed by Carl Larsson, 1978. Produced by DeSede, Switzerland
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Swiss DeSede DS-66 Cognac Leather Sofa by Carl Larsson, 1978
Swiss DeSede DS-66 Cognac Leather Sofa by Carl Larsson, 1978
$1,039 Sale Price
44% Off
H 26.38 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Sofa Model Ds-44 by Desede from the 1970s, Original Leather Cover, Made in Swiss
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1970s. Model DS-44 by DeSede with the striking original cover made of brown
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Purle Leather "Area" Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Vitra, Switzerland, 1980
By Antonio Citterio, Vitra
Located in DE MEERN, NL
This clever and high-quality Postmodern sofa by Milan-based Antonio Citterio for Vitra designed in
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS 63 Two-Seater Sofa in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 two-seater sofa in leather, Switzerland 1970s Robust DS-63 modular two-seater sofa
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

COR Trio Sectional Sofa in New Burnt Orange Fabric, Germany / Switzerland, 1972
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
sofa designed by the Swiss designers Group Form AG and produced in the 1970s by COR, Germany. New
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Three Seater Sofa by De Sede DS-12 in Brown Neck Leather, 1960s, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have 2 matching armchairs also available here on the platform. Height: 25.99 in (66 cm) Width: 86.62 in (220 cm) Depth: 32.68 in (83 cm) Seat Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS-44 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS44 Sofa in Buffalo leather – Where Luxury Meets Comfort The seat of this
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Robust DS-63 modular
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sectional Anthracite Gray Leather Sofa DS-18 by De Sede, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous Sectional Leather Sofa, model DS-18, designed and
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Perfect patinated DS-15 modular sofa by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss.
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
A breathtaking DS-15 modular sofa with a deep, rich patina that beautifully enhances its character
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Sofa DS 80 Daybed Cognac Patchwork Leather 1969 Midcentury Modern Design
By De Sede
Located in Munster, NRW
De Sede - DS 80 Sofa + Daybed in cognac patchwork leather. 1969 by De Sede Design Team. De Sede DS
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Black Leather and Chrome Sofa Designed by Hans Eichenberger
By Girsberger, Hans Eichenberger
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare large sofa three seater in stainless steel frame designed by Hans Eichenberger for Girsberger
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Original Rolf Benz Sofa Ego G Leder beige Zweisitzer Couch
By Rolf Benz
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Rolf Benz Ego G Zweisitzer in hellem Leder zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa
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2010s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-450 Adjustable Leather Modern Sofa or Armchair by De Sede
By De Sede, Thomas Althaus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa DS-450 with adjustable elements by De Sede. Master of transformation: From sofa to double
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Original de Sede DS44 Zweisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Couch
By De Sede
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir einen wunderschönen DS44 Zweisitzer Sofa von de Sede zum Verkauf an. Der schweizer
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Original de Sede DS44 Zweisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Couch
Original de Sede DS44 Zweisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Couch
$2,215
H 27.17 in W 54.34 in D 33.86 in
Swiss mid-century modern white laminate and metal coffee table by Vitra, 1960s
By Vitra
Located in MIlano, IT
Swiss mid-century modern white laminate and metal coffee table by Vitra, 1960s Round coffee table
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Metal

Original De Sede DS 140 Sofa Design Couch Leder blau Zweisitzer
By De Sede
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes de Sede DS 140 Zweisitzer Sofa in dunkelblauem Leder zum Verkauf an
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2010s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Original De Sede DS 10/23 Sofa Couch Zweisitzer leder schwarz
By De Sede
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes De Sede DS 10/23 Zweisitzer Sofa aus schwarzem Leder zum Verkauf an
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Early 2000s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-76 Convertible Leather Modern Sofa or Daybed by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa with transitional bed function DS-76/102 by De Sede. We launched the DS-76 back in 1972. At
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-76 Convertible Leather Modern Sofa or Daybed by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa with transitional bed function DS-76/102 by De Sede. We launched the DS-76 back in 1972. At
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-450 Adjustable Leather Modern Sofa or Armchair by De Sede
By De Sede, Thomas Althaus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa DS-450 with adjustable elements by De Sede. Master of transformation: From sofa to double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-2011 Sofa 3-Sitzer Leder 235cm Designer Couch Luxus Vintage Schweiz
By De Sede
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
De Sede DS-2011/03 Designer Sofa – 3-Sitzer Leder 235 cm – Schweizer Luxusmöbel Zum Verkauf steht
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

DS47 sofa by Desede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
sofa can be extended for maximum comfort. Good condition, beautiful patina 1970s- Switzerland
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS47 sofa by Desede, 1970s
DS47 sofa by Desede, 1970s
$2,637
H 27.56 in W 68.9 in D 31.5 in
Jasper Morrison Sofa and Otomman Soft Modular Sofa by Vitra
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Jasper Morrison in 2016. Manufactured by Vitra, Switzerland. In good
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2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

DS-83 Sofa, de Sede
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic DS-83 sofa from the 1970s by de Sede with the striking original cover made of brown leather
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-83 Sofa, de Sede
DS-83 Sofa, de Sede
$3,986
H 33.08 in W 59.45 in D 31.5 in
Sofa, de Sede DS-12
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic sofa from the 1970s. Model DS-12 by de Sede with the striking original cover made of cognac
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa, de Sede DS-12
Sofa, de Sede DS-12
$4,796
H 26.78 in W 61.42 in D 32.68 in
Sofa DS-84, de Sede
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic DS-84 sofa from the 1970s by de Sede with the striking original cover made of brown buffalo
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa DS-84, de Sede
Sofa DS-84, de Sede
$4,184
H 31.89 in W 55.91 in D 34.65 in
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Modern Swiss Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modern Swiss sofa for your home. A modern Swiss sofa — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. There are 713 variations of the antique or vintage modern Swiss sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 119 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a modern Swiss sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern Swiss sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one modern Swiss sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but De Sede, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger and Ubald Klug produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Modern Swiss Sofa?

A modern Swiss sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $8,070, while the lowest priced sells for $495 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.

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