Large Modular Sofa GE 280 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Oak Blue Grey
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very large modular sofa model: GE-280 by the famous Danish design grandmaster Hans J.
Wool, Oak
SAPORITI ‘P10 Proposals’ modular sofa set by Giovanni Offredi – Italy, 19
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
The P10 Proposals modular living room set by Giovanni Offredi for SAPORITI is a stylish and groovy collection of furniture pieces that can transform your living room into a next leve...
Mohair, Velvet
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s Modular sofa in blue velvet composed of five modules.
Fabric, Velvet, Plastic
Chadwick Modular Seating by Herman Miller, 1975, Cornflower Blue
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Original Don Chadwick for Herman Miller Chadwick Modular Seating Comprising of Four Separate Modular Seating Chairs In Original Cornflower Blue Wool Upholstery Designed 1970's Uni...
Wool, Foam
Modular Space Age Vintage Blue Velvet Lounge Chair Rhombos Wittmann 1970 Austria
By Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage modular element or sofa or lounge chair model Rhombos from stitched velvet fabric in blue color by Wittmann 1970s Austria.
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Corner / Terminal Modular Element Gervasoni Ghost 07 design Paola Navone 3D blue
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 07 modular element by Gervasoni, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Ghost collection and reflects a refined balance between comfort, versatility, and textile-d...
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Mah Jong sofa in iced blue cotton velvet by Roche Bobois, France, 1970s
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in amstelveen, NL
Roche Bobois Mah Jong modular sofa, ice blue/green cotton velvet, Hans Hopfer, 1970s.
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Modular armchair Gervasoni Ghost 06 design Paola Navone - Deus
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 06 modular armchair by Gervasoni, designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Ghost collection and expresses a refined balance between comfort, softness, and versatilit...
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Corner / Terminal Modular Element Gervasoni Ghost 07 design Paola Navone - Deus
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Varedo, MB
The Ghost 07 modular element by , designed by Paola Navone, is part of the iconic Ghost collection and reflects a refined balance between comfort, versatility, and textile-driven des...
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Luxury Outdoor Modular Sofa with Blue Waterproof Leather Cushions
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound Modular Sofa The Hound modular sofa is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern durability, designed to elevate any outdoor setting. With its modular design, the H...
Stainless Steel
21st Century Designed by Ferrianisbolgi Hug Modular Sofa Boucle Petrol Blue
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hug sofa is defined by clean, simple lines and a distinctive armrest detail. The armrest, half overlapping the seat cushion, creates an interlocking detail between the two elements, ...
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Archi Outdoor Modular Sofa in Contemporary Blue Leather Weatherproof Design
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Archi Modular Sofa - 5 modules available The Archi sofa is a perfect representation of versatility. Designed to elevate any outdoor space with elegance, its modular format allows fo...
Stainless Steel
21st Century Designed by Ferrianisbolgi Hug Modular Sofa Boucle Blue
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hug sofa is defined by clean, simple lines and a distinctive armrest detail. The armrest, half overlapping the seat cushion, creates an interlocking detail between the two elements, ...
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Archi Luxury Modular Outdoor Sofa in Bright Blue Leather with Gold Accents
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Archi Modular Sofa - 5 modules available The Archi sofa is a perfect representation of versatility. Designed to elevate any outdoor space with elegance, its modular format allows fo...
Stainless Steel
21st Century Designed by Ferrianisbolgi Hug Modular Sofa Boucle Turquoise
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hug sofa is defined by clean, simple lines and a distinctive armrest detail. The armrest, half overlapping the seat cushion, creates an interlocking detail between the two elements, ...
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