$9,500
H 31 in W 64 in D 30 in
Peter Hvidt Danish Wooden Frame Caned Gold Patterned Upholstered Sleeper Settee
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Queens, NY
cushion and two wedge-shaped removable back cushions in light and dark gold patterned upholstery, with
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
$7,937Sale Price / item|22% Off
H 28.3 in W 132.7 in D 57.1 in
Handmade Latte Sofa in Velvet and Linen Upholstery by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
sophisticated entertaining. Enhanced by a set of soft, patterned cushions, the Latte Sofa provides an added
Linen, Velvet, Walnut
$4,500Sale Price|40% Off
H 29 in W 96 in D 36 in
Restored Mid Century Six-Strand Square Pretzel Three-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Frankl. The seats are covered in palm leaf pattern bark cloth cushions. Measures: Sofa: 29" tall x 93
Rattan
$7,600
H 29 in W 93 in D 36 in
Restored Vintage 1940's Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
covered in palm leaf pattern barkcloth cushions. Measures: Sofa: 29" tall x 93" wide x 36" deep, seat
Rattan
1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chair in Beige Patterned Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular lounge chair, fabric, wood, Belgium, 1970s This superb modular lounge chair originates from 1970s Belgium and beautifully capture the post-modern spirit of the era, marked ...
Fabric
1970s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs in Beige Patterned Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular lounge chairs, fabric, wood, Belgium, 1970s These superb modular lounge chairs originate from 1970s Belgium and beautifully capture the post-modern spirit of the era, marked...
Fabric
$2,706 / item
H 31.5 in W 29.53 in D 25.99 in
Italian Contemporary Light Creamy Velvet and Black Wood Bedroom Armchair
Located in Scandicci, Florence
over time. The most widely accepted theory regarding the origin of diamond-patterned sofas dates back
Wood
$15,549 / item
H 25.2 in W 72.84 in D 35.63 in
Outdoor Sofa with Waterproof Patterned Fabrics and Nautical Rope
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Tupi sofa - 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘢 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘦 A refined outdoor sofa inspired by the traditions of
Stainless Steel
$14,065 / item
H 28.35 in W 117.49 in D 31.5 in
Refined Modular Outdoor Couch with Leather and Patterned Upholstery
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound Modular Sofa The Hound modular sofa is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern
Stainless Steel
$13,626 / item
H 30.7 in W 110.2 in D 63 in
Camogli Outdoor Sofa in Iroko Wood with Yellow Patterned Cushions
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Camogli Sofa, created in partnership with Mediterrazza, is a radiant expression of outdoor
Fabric, Wood
$595
H 32 in W 73 in D 31 in
Mid Century Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Sectional Sofa by Plantation Patterns
Located in New York, NY
, by the Plantations Patterns furniture company, circa 1950/60's. The sofa features a wrought iron
Wrought Iron
$3,200
H 26 in W 59 in D 15 in
Chrome Rectangular Lattice Diamond Pattern Glass Top Console Sofa Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass diamond lattice pattern top console sofa table.
Chrome
$1,900 / item
H 27.56 in W 63 in D 11.82 in
Oak Veneer Back Sofa Table with Beautiful Inlayed Patterns from Nature
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Oak Veneer Back Sofa Table with Beautiful Inlayed Patterns from Nature. Combining a play on
Oak
$13,800 / set
H 13.59 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Streamlined Modern Living Room Set with Sofas and Ottoman in Green-Blue Patterned Upholstery and Chromed Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, chromed metal, Italy, 1970s A striking and generously proportioned living room set
Metal, Chrome
Green Modular Sofa Ottoman
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
The modular sofa ottoman is an exquisite luxury piece designed to provide endless versatility in
Fabric
1950s Wrought Iron Curved Sofa Garden Set
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Wrought Iron outdoor set. Leaf and vine pattern. Three piece couch, round coffee table, pair
Wrought Iron
$6,884 / item
H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Modern Patio Sofa Featuring Copper-Plated Stainless Steel Details
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Saccu Outdoor Sofa An invitation to unwind in an atmosphere of pure elegance where every detail is
Stainless Steel
$19,466Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
Saturno Sofa from Gastone Rinaldi for Rima Mid Century Italian 1958
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Oirlo, LI
,” reinterprets Heather Chontos' work with vibrant colors and bold graphic patterns, making the sofa not just a
Metal
$7,245Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 30 in W 80 in D 34 in
Restored Paul Frankl Six-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Frankl. The seats are covered in palm leaf patterned bark cloth cushions. Measures: Sofa: 30" tall X 80
Rattan
$6,000
H 30 in W 16 in D 56 in
Mid Century Modern Solid Brass "Rope" Chrome Base Marble Top Console Sofa Table
By Maitland Smith, Walter Lamb, Karl Springer
Located in Rockaway, NJ
century modern solid brass rope pattern stretcher marble top console sofa table
Marble, Brass, Chrome
$8,166 / set
H 27.56 in W 61.03 in D 29.93 in
Set of 2 Armchairs and a Sofa in the style Gio Ponti for Casa E Giardino, 1940s
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in taranto, IT
floral pattern. The sofa measures 155 cm in length, 76 cm in depth, 70 cm in height and 45 cm in height
Brass
$7,834
H 30.32 in W 49.61 in D 26.78 in
Jugendstil Settee by Josef Hoffmann in 1902, manufactured by Wittmann in 1980s
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Beograd, RS
done in solid walnut and upholstered in silk fabric with floral/tropical pattern. The sofa is in a
Silk, Walnut
Pair of Decorative French Antique Butter Dishes by Ruaud
By Ruaud
Located in London, GB
of a miniature sofa, decorated with bold hand-painted blue and gold geometric patterns. Perched on
Porcelain
$1,457Sale Price|44% Off
W 37 in L 126 in
Turkish Oushak Runner Rug Handwoven Gray Multicolor Wool 3'1" x 10'6"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
character to narrow spaces like hallways, entryways, or behind sofas. Its bold pattern and rich tones make
Wool
Belgium Velvet Tiger Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
. Whether it's adding a pop of pattern to a sleek sofa or bringing an extra touch of luxury to your bed
Velvet
Belgium Velvet Tiger Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
. Whether it's adding a pop of pattern to a sleek sofa or bringing an extra touch of luxury to your bed
Velvet
$579 / item
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 5.91 in
South American Beaver Fur Striped Cushion by Muchi Decor. Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
-white and cachà colours to create an elegant, striped pattern. Perfect for large sofas and classic
Other
$581 / item
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 5.91 in
South American Beaver Fur Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
-white and cachà colours to create an elegant, chequered pattern. Perfect for large sofas and classic
Other
$581 / item
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 5.91 in
South American Beaver Fur Striped Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
-white and cachà colours to create an elegant, striped pattern. Perfect for large sofas and classic
Other
Harvey Probber Gold and Orange Patterned Upholstered Sled Base Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century sofa with orange, yellow, and gold sunburst patterned upholstery, resting on
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Ebony
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
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