$10,617 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Modular "Patate" sofa in black corduroy velvet by Airborne, France 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This is a seven-piece modular “Patate” sofa, made by Airborne in France in the 1970s. Each element
Velvet
$20,760 / set
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 37.41 in
Stunning Patate modular sofa in its original black leather for Airborne - France
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
This well-designed sofa in the perfect configuration radiates comfort and style. Crafted in soft
Leather
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H 27.56 in W 157.49 in D 107.09 in
Sectional Sofa “Patate” in Rusty Orange Fabric by Airborne, France 1970s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Introducing the "Patate" sectional sofa, a standout design produced by Airborne France in the 1970s
Fabric
1970s "Patate" 7-Piece Modular Sofa by Airborne
Located in Toronto, CA
The “Patate” modular sofa by Airborne France radiates the playful optimism of its time. Composed of
Foam, Fabric
'Patate' Modular Sofa by Airborne France, 1970s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
'Patate' Modular Sofa by Airborne France, 1970s. Six piece set This sofa is unique in
Metal
Airborne Patate Modular Sofa, Foam, Herringbone Fabric, Canada, 1977
Located in Oakville, CA
Manufactured in Toronto in 1977 under license to Airborne France. This was a common practice for high end furniture producers in the lat 70s in licensing North American manufacturers...
Foam
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H 27.56 in W 100.4 in D 37.41 in
Airborne sectional sofa with ottoman 'Patate' in orange Corduroy wide ribbed
By Airborne International
Located in Oirlo, LI
Airborne sectional sofa with ottoman 'Patate' in orange Corduroy wide ribbed fabric Discover
Fabric
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H 27 in W 33 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Airborne Patate Six-Piece Sectional Sofa 1970s Velvet, French
By Airborne International
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a plush velvet six-piece sectional sofa, by Airborne, the Patate model
Velvet
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H 27 in W 33 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Airborne Patate Six-Piece Sectional Sofa 1970s Velvet French
By Airborne International
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a plush velvet six-piece sectional sofa, by Airborne, the Patate model
Velvet
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H 26.78 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Patate modular sofa in original light brown leather for Airborne France 1970s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Airborne, sectional sofa, model ‘Patate’, in original light brown leather, France, 1970s Stunning
Leather
Airborne patate 6 moduli e pouf
Located in Ghedi, IT
Splendido divano modulare “Patate” di Airborne France, anni '70, con sei moduli e pouf in velluto a
Velvet
Vintage "Patate" Airbone Sofa Set, France 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Airbone Sofa is a design item realized in France during 1970s. A vintage sectional sofa, model
Upholstery
Sold
H 22 in W 72 in D 32 in
Ligne Roset Limited Edition Canapé Patate Sofa Frédéric Ruyant, Gold Silver 2005
By Ligne Roset
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Frédéric Ruyant for Ligne Roset limited edition Canapé Patate sofa, silver, 2005. Also known as
Textile
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
1970s 2-Seater Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofa / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features the original knitted wool upholstery in ivory. Head /...
Wool
$20,167
H 27.56 in W 181.11 in D 39.38 in
Togo Sofa in original black leather, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, 1980s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in amstelveen, NL
Togo sectional sofa in black leather designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s for Ligne Roset. Among Ligne Roset's most recognized pieces is the Togo line of seating, designed by Mic...
Leather
Brazilian Modern Sofa, Percival Lafer 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa Mod. MP-13, 1960's Made by Lafer S. e Co, Sao Paulo Rosewood, chrome and faux leather H 70 x L219 x W80 x Seat Height 41Percival Lafer Mid-Century Brazilian sofa made of Walnut ...
Chrome
$12,700
H 26.38 in W 125.99 in D 98.43 in
Italian Post-Modern Sectional Corner Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular corner sofa, leather, Italy, 1970s A spacious L-shaped modular Italian corner sofa, upholstered in firm cognac leather. The cushions are generously padded with a rounded, pl...
Leather
Vintage Black Leather Armchair, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
A generously proportioned lounge armchair featuring an enveloping, organically contoured silhouette characteristic of Italian design in the 1970s. Upholstered in supple black leather...
Leather
$19,500 / set
H 28.75 in W 103.94 in D 37.41 in
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, camel velvet, Italy, 1971, set of three. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like ...
Velvet, Foam
$9,000Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 24.5 in W 39 in D 29 in
Early Year Grey Leather 'LC3' Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed
By Le Corbusier, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredible pair of early production year (ideal for collectors) 'LC3' club chairs in grey leather, by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, circa 1970...
Chrome
Anthracite Black Leather Coupe Sofa
By Kai Kristiansen, Bramin Mobler
Located in London, GB
A very bold and unusual anthracite black leather coupe sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Bramin Mobler, Denmark, circa 1970's. A solid statement design. Soft anthracite leather with feathe...
Leather
$23,133
H 27.56 in Dm 118.12 in
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
$41,871Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 157.49 in D 118.12 in
Acerbis Free System Sofa by Claudio Salocchi
By Claudio Salocchi, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In 1973, Claudio Salocchi designed Free System: a system of padded furniture deriving from the concept of “operated flooring”, or tatami, where the padded units could be placed freel...
Upholstery
$15,400Sale Price|30% Off
H 29.5 in W 112 in D 39.5 in
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Leather
By Klaus Vogt, De Sede, Stendig Co., Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger
Located in New York, NY
Sofa model "DS600" “Non Stop” in Black leather composed of 11 Elements. Designed by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland 1970s. It fe...
Metal
$19,550Sale Price / set|21% Off
H 23 in W 70 in D 36 in
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incred...
Leather, Canvas
$14,710
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Alessandro Becchi Black Leather Anfibio Three Seater Sofa for Giovannetti, 1972
By Giovannetti, Alessandro Becchi
Located in Vicenza, IT
Anfibio sofa-bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1972. Fully restored and upholstered with high-quality black Italian natural leather. Mattress upholstered with soft sheepski...
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
$16,549
H 29.53 in W 92.52 in D 39.38 in
Stunning black leather Kashima sofa 1985 by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset France
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Kashima Sofa, Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1985 All-Foam Tufted Leather Sofa in Original Black Leather The Kashima sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, is a mastercl...
Leather
$35,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of 6. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it...
Leather, Plastic
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