Pair of Vintage Oversized Lounge Chairs from The Wave House
Located in Oxnard, CA
neutral off-white color. The chairs were likely custom built and matched the enormous semi-circle sofa pit
Bouclé
Weiman 1980s U-Shaped Sectional Pit Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Weiman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning pit sofa by Weiman
Ultrasuede
Mid Century Danish Modern 1970's PIt Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Sofa Offered is a mid-century modern sofa. The sofa screams
Chrome
14 Piece Cubed Modular Curved Pit Sofa Circa 1980s
By Steelcase, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Truly amazing modular sofa you will not find another one like it circa 1980s can be arranged in
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 12 Piece Scallop Back Pit Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
A super great looking sofa and super comfortable. A 12-piece Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Pit
Upholstery
1970s “Playpen” Modular Sectional Sofa by Selig for Simmons
Located in Victoria, BC
Meet the ultimate conversation pit — the Playpen sofa by Selig. Designed in the free-spirited 1970s
Wood
$11,400Sale Price|24% Off
H 15.25 in Dm 58 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Lazy Susan Rotating Coffee Table, 1968
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'conversation pit' styled sofa's, not many coffee tables can fit perfectly with them and function with the
Rosewood, Formica
Selig Modular Conversation Pit Sofa
By Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in Nashville, TN
7-piece Milo Baughman style cube modular sofa with pullout full-sized bed. Original velvet-like
Fabric, Velvet
Carter Mid Century Modular Pit Sectional Sofa, 7 pieces
By Selig, Carter Furniture 1
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern Carter Modular Sectional Pit Sofa c.1970’s. Done in the style of Selig Playpen
Fabric, Wood
Playpen Style 1970s Modular Sectional Pit Sofa - Seven Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Seven piece vintage 1970s modular pit sectional. Wonderful retro velvet upholstery is a latticed
Fabric, Velvet
Sold
H 25.5 in W 67 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Milo Baughman Style Stratford Love Seat Pit Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa similar to the style of Milo Baughman, made by
Fabric
Sold
H 31.5 in W 31 in D 31 in
Milo Baughman Style 7-Piece Pit Group Orange Velour Chevron 1970s Modular Sofa
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This is not the sofa to pass over because you'll "wait for the next one to come around". This is it
Oak
Milo Baughman Large Pit Sectional with 12 Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Pit Sectional. This modular masterpiece, consisting of 12 pieces, offers unparalleled versatility and
Upholstery, Wood
Directional Sofas
Located in Chicago, IL
Nice pair of Directional 'free-form' sofas, a good conversation pit or semi-circular arrangement
Sold
H 20 in W 163 in L 20 in
1980s Vintage Selig Velveteen Half Moon Sectional Sofa & Coordinating Wrap Aroun
By Selig
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
pit sofa with 4 matching upholstered wrap around console tables. Two matching ottomans complete the
Fabric
Sold
H 29.5 in W 100 in D 29.5 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 4 Seat Midcentury Modern Sofa + Chrome Base
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Decatur, GA
some pitting and chrome loss. Retains original label. This sofa is ready for installation. Supreme
Steel, Chrome
1970s Velvet Modular Sectional Sofa
By Ligne Roset
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Luxurious and sexy 1970s modular conversation pit group sectional sofa consists of 6 pieces. Use
Velvet
Vintage Velour Modular Sectional Sofa, 7 pieces
By Selig
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage 1980’s Deep Burgundy/Brown Velour Modular Pit Sectional Sofa. Rich reddish brown with
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 24.81 in W 125.2 in D 98.43 in
Mid-Century Modern 'Lara' Sectional Sofa by Pamio, Noti Massari and Renato Toso
By Noti Massari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage sectional conversation pit sofa in it's original brown leather upholstery. Would fit
Leather, Foam
Sold
H 27.5 in W 104 in D 104 in
Ligne Roset 3 Piece "Yang" by Francois Bauchet Red Kvadrat Fabric Sectional Sofa
By Ligne Roset
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
contemporary take on the conversation pit. This amazing sofa sits on top of a series of silver colored metal
Fabric
1960s Rotating Rosewood Coffee Table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
'conversation pit' styled sofa's, this particular table was made to pair with the Milo Baughman for Thayer
Laminate, Rosewood
Ten-Piece Sectional Sofa Pit in the Style Milo Baughman by Selig
By Selig
Located in Dallas, TX
Ten-piece sectional sofa pit in the style of Milo Baughman by Selig. This pit group can be placed
Lighted Pit Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs Inc.
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Fraser, MI
Please message us for a cost effective shipping quote to your location. Pit sofa designed by
Fabric
1970s Milo Baughman Style Modular Pit Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Amazing 3 piece pit sofa in the manner of Milo Baughman with Jack Lenor Larsen wool upholstery
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Curved Circular Pit Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautifully designed and well made vintage sofa, circa 1970s. The sofa consists of four two-seat
Velvet
Sold
H 26 in W 66.5 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Harvey Probber Crushed Velvet Loveseat Pit Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa similar to the style of Milo Baughman, made by
Fabric
Sold
H 25.5 in W 89 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Milo Baughman Style Stratford 3-Seat Pit Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa similar to the style of Milo Baughman, made by
Fabric
Sold
H 31.5 in W 31 in D 31 in
Milo Baughman Style 7-Piece Pit Group Orange Velour Chevron 1970s Modular Sofa
By Selig, Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This is not the sofa to pass over because you'll "wait for the next one to come around". This is it
Oak
Sold
H 31 in W 130 in D 40 in
Vintage Sectional Pit Sofa by Kroehler Chocolate Brown Suede Like Fabric
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage 12 piece chocolate brown sectional pit sofa with suede like / velvet fabric. 24 cushions
Upholstery
Sold
H 31 in W 130 in D 40 in
Vintage Sectional Pit Sofa by Kroehler Chocolate Brown Suede Like Fabric
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage 12 piece chocolate brown sectional pit sofa with suede like / velvet fabric. 24 cushions
Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Pit Style Yellow Semi-Circular Sofa 3 Piece Sectional
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Adrian Pearsall semi-circular sectional sofa by Craft & Associates, circa 1970s. Inset base gives a
Upholstery
Sold
H 25 in W 33 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Baughman Modular Blue Sectional Sofa Conversation Pit, 1980s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a modular, four piece sectional sofa, with an ottoman, upholstered in
Velvet
Monumental 1970s Unique Pop Art Sectional Pit Sofa w Curvy Design
Located in Hudson, NY
Fabulous comfortable sectional from the 1970s. Overall width as seen is 153". Center section is 33" and can be removed and function as an independent chair.
Upholstery
Sold
H 33.5 in W 160 in D 88 in
Monumental Mid-Century Modern U-Shaped Pit Sectional Sofa with Brass Base
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large custom made sofa, circa 1970s. It features a three piece U-shape design with a full brass
Brass
Milo Baughman Large Pit Sectional with 11 Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
This sofa is very versatile and can be arranged in numerous configurations. The listing
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 26.5 in W 33 in D 33 in
Stunning 6 Piece Milo Baughman Sectional Pit Group by Thayer Coggin circa 1980
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For your consideration we are excited to offer this extremely rare and original sectional pit group
Upholstery, Laminate
Monumental 1970s Tufted Modular Sofa by Marge Carson for John Stuart
By Marge Carson
Located in Culver City, CA
John Stuart showroom in New York, NY. This modular "pit sofa" can be situated in a number of different
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Lazy Susan Rotating Coffee Table, 1968
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
extremely high demand. With the popularity of curved 'conversation pit' styled sofa's, not many coffee
Laminate, Rosewood
Sectional High Back Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, 1976
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Sectional high back sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, 1976. Called the 'Pit Sofa', with 11
Wool
Milo Baughman Style Six-Piece Circular Sectional by Bernhardt
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Houston, TX
Here's a conversation pit sofa you've been waiting for! Recently recovered in new Maharam creme
Chrome Frame Sofa by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
chrome frame. Classic lines, the chrome base is in excellent condition with no rust or pitting. Sofa
Chrome, Steel
Milo Baughman for Directional Sofa with Original Upholstery
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman for Directional Sofa with Original Upholstery. This 5 piece pit sofa can be
Sold
H 25.6 in W 47.25 in D 21.26 in
Mid-century Hexagonal Sectional Sofa in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oberstown, Lusk, IE
A Large 6 piece mid-century hexagonal shape sectional sofa. A great conversation pit type sofa
$7,850
H 29.3 in W 40 in D 40 in
40-Inch Round Dining Table in Ebonized Ash by Objects & Ideas, Customizable
By Objects & Ideas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the Mono family by Canadian studio Objects & Ideas, this table's top floats above a single twisting and turning outline of solid wood. Handcrafted from certified sustainable ...
Ash
$3,761Sale Price|29% Off
H 25.6 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Contemporary Italian Sofa Bed by Spinzi, Green Fabric Upholstery, Bolts Details
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Spinzi is a Milano based creative atelier specialised in furniture design as well as sourcing and trading relevant mid-century collectible design. Check out our storefront and websit...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
PH 1/1 - Pendant with amber shades by Poul Henningsen
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PH 1/1 - Pendant lamp with amber glass shades. Stamped 'Patented'. Designed by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen.
Glass
Poul Henningsen Pendant 1930s PH 4/3 for Louis Poulsen
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Portland, OR
Classic design lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen. Lacquered yellow top shade and opaline glass lower shades. Browned brass hardware and fabric-covered cord. A US plug has bee...
Brass, Copper
$320
H 12 in W 18.5 in D 11 in
Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful chicken wire made Basket, circa 1930s. Made of wire and wooden handles. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Nice addition to any Country Kitchen. Size given in meas...
Metal, Wire
The Original Swing-Out Seat with Unfinished Alder
Located in Oakville, CT
Redolent of the cafeteria tables found in early-20th-century schools and factories, The Get Back Original Swing-Out Seat is our hallmark product—proudly sand cast and made in America...
Iron
ClassiCon Tube Light Floor Lamp by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
NON-dimmable EXTRA charge for dimmable version. Floor lamp by Eileen Gray. Chrome-plated tubular steel with black plastic lamp socket for mounting light source. Floor plate chrome...
Steel
$5,995
H 28 in W 104 in D 39 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Patchwork Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern patchwork burl wood Parsons extension dining table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 65"W x 39"D x 28"H. Extends up to 104"W wi...
Burl
$2,280
H 28.75 in W 49.22 in D 32.88 in
Danish Baroque-Inspired Oak Desk / Dining Table with Barley Twist Legs, 1900s
By Philip Arctander, Pierre Chapo
Located in Odense, DK
This charming table blends rustic craftsmanship with decorative elegance. Made from solid oak, it features beautifully turned barley twist legs – a detail that became popular during ...
Oak
$3,252
H 30.71 in W 24.81 in D 1.97 in
Wall Mirror by Cristal Art Torino, circa 1960 blue Glass Midcentury
By Cristal Arte
Located in Palermo, PA
A stunning wall mirror by Crystal Arte, crafted in the 1960s in Torino, Italy. This exceptional piece features a bold, deep blue frame with a richly aged patina that speaks to its h...
Metal
$4,051Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Magnificent Pair of Green Murano Glass Bedside Tables Made in Italy Available These exquisite Green Murano Glass Nightstands, produced for the first time in 2022, are a stunning add...
Brass
Early German Art Deco Milk and Frosted Glass Luzette Pendant , 1900s
By Peter Behrens
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An early German art nouveau milk and frosted pendant with brass mount, ca.1900s. Socket: one E27 or E26 (US) for standrad screw bulb.
Brass
$5,950
H 27.75 in W 63 in D 35.25 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Case Sofa Settee Two Seat 1960s Knoll
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Fresh from the home of the original owner, a Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Case Sofa, fully marked. Professionally restored, the rosewood was well chosen and has wonderful...
Textile, Rosewood
Pair Vintage Poltrona Frau Teal Leather Chairs
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of sculptural leather covered chairs by Poltrona Frau date from the 1980s. Chairs have a cubist shape with dramatically flared arms and silver tone metal le...
Metal
Murano Glass Torcello Wall Sconce
By Charles Burnand
Located in London, GB
The Torcello sconce, like the Elba Sconce takes its inspiration from the Brutalist era of the 20th century. Consisting of three types of handcrafted Murano glass, with silver leaf an...
Murano Glass
Nura Ceiling Fixture - 18" - Cognac Leather
By RTO Lighting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Nura Ceiling Fixture combines hand-stitched leather over walnut accented by a brass pole and canopy. This fixture can either be hung as a ceiling surface mount or a pendant suppo...
Brass
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