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Poet Sofa

Norwegian Two-Seater Sofa in the manner of Finn Juhl, Norway 20th Century
Norwegian Two-Seater Sofa in the manner of Finn Juhl, Norway 20th Century

Norwegian Two-Seater Sofa in the manner of Finn Juhl, Norway 20th Century

By Finn Juhl

Located in Utrecht, NL

This piece is reminiscent of Finn Juhl’s “Poet” sofa model, linking furniture with sculpture.

Category

20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Finn Juhl Sofa Poet Rime, Model FJ4100, Design Finn Juhl and One Collection
Finn Juhl Sofa Poet Rime, Model FJ4100, Design Finn Juhl and One Collection

Finn Juhl Sofa Poet Rime, Model FJ4100, Design Finn Juhl and One Collection

By Finn Juhl

Located in Odense, Denmark

Lovely little 2-person sofa. "The Poet and Lillemor." Designed by Finn Juhl in 1941.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

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H 33.47 in D 28.75 in

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

Located in London, GB

2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa made by cabinetmakers Bovirke

Category

20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Wood

The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

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H 33 in W 54 in D 29 in

The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A "Poet" sofa or settee with grey wool upholstery on splayed, natural oak dowel legs.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

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H 33 in W 72 in D 30 in

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A three-seater 'Poet' sofa with the original light grey wool hopsack upholstery, on tapered oak legs.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

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H 31.89 in W 52.37 in D 30.32 in

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa

By Bovirke, Finn Juhl

Located in London, GB

An early example of the "Poet" sofa designed by Finn Juhl in 1946 and produced by cabinetmakers Bovirke in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa
Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa

Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa

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H 30.71 in W 66.15 in D 26.78 in

Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa

By Finn Juhl

Located in London, GB

2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Bovirke with a sprung base and sides it is very comfortable and does despite the 2 1/2 name sit 3 people easily.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

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H 33 in W 54 in D 29 in

The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A "Poet" sofa with the original pale grey wool upholstered frame and blue seat cushion on splayed, natural oak dowel legs.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

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H 31.5 in W 53.55 in D 26.78 in

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

By Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone blue fabric.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

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H 31.5 in W 53.55 in D 26.78 in

Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric. Legs of stained beech.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

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H 33.86 in W 53.15 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric, legs of stained wood.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder
Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder

Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder

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H 31.5 in W 53.15 in D 26.78 in

Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder

By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric. Legs of stained beech.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Midcentury "Poet" Sofa by Finn Juhl Upholstered in Boucle
Midcentury "Poet" Sofa by Finn Juhl Upholstered in Boucle

Midcentury "Poet" Sofa by Finn Juhl Upholstered in Boucle

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Lejre, DK

Original "Poet" sofa designed by Maa. Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl
Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl

Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl

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H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in

Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl

By Finn Juhl

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The Poet Sofa first saw the light of day at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition in 1941 and was originally designed for Finn Juhl's own home.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Wood

Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941
Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941

Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941

By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare, fine and early example of the iconic "Poet" sofa by Finn Juhl produced by cabinet maker Niels Vodder Denmark, 1941.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa, Loveseat, Gray, 1941, Denmark
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa, Loveseat, Gray, 1941, Denmark

Finn Juhl Poet Sofa, Loveseat, Gray, 1941, Denmark

By Finn Juhl, Onecollection 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Finn Juhl designed the Poet Sofa (1941) for use in his own home. Being connected to the landscape was something that Juhl both lived and practiced, and the influence is notable in th...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Walnut

Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke
Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke

Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke

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H 32.29 in W 51.97 in D 29.14 in

Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke

By Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

The Classic two person Finn Juhl sofa upholstered with light beige wool, tapering legs of stained beech. Designed by Finn Juhl, 1946 and manufactured by Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s. ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

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H 32 in W 50 in D 30 in

Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

By Finn Juhl

Located in London, GB

Great early Finn Juhl sofa. Sculptural shape typical of Juhl's elegant style. Made by Bovirke

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

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H 33.86 in W 58.27 in D 31.5 in

Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Located in London, GB

Very early version of the famous sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Carl Broerup it shows the origins of the curves that would make Finn Juhl famous later on. Newly upholstered and in great ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl

Located in New York, NY

Finn Juhl is arguably the master of Danish design, this particular model was originally created for his own home. The high back form, with broad shoulders, features high armrests wit...

Category

20th Century Danish Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Teak

Rare Orignal Early Finn Juhl Sofa
Rare Orignal Early Finn Juhl Sofa

Rare Orignal Early Finn Juhl Sofa

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H 32 in W 52 in D 30 in

Rare Orignal Early Finn Juhl Sofa

Located in London, GB

One of the few remaining on the open market of the early Finn Juhl sofas. Designed in 1946 this one has been dated by the structural materials used to no later than 1950, early for t...

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Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Pair of Brazilian Tufted Deerskin Small Sofas
Pair of Brazilian Tufted Deerskin Small Sofas

Pair of Brazilian Tufted Deerskin Small Sofas

Located in Hanover, MA

Unknown maker/designer but with their elegant curves they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" sofa for B&B Italia.

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Sofas

1970's Brazilian Sofa, Love Seat & Lounge Chair
1970's Brazilian Sofa, Love Seat & Lounge Chair

1970's Brazilian Sofa, Love Seat & Lounge Chair

Located in Hanover, MA

Unknown maker/designer but with their elegant curves they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" sofa for B&B Italia.

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

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H 33.47 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak. Original upholstered with two colours of fabric.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

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H 33.47 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in

Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og walnut.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Poet Rime Sofa, Model FJ4100, Designed by Finn Juhl and Onecollection
Poet Rime Sofa, Model FJ4100, Designed by Finn Juhl and Onecollection

Poet Rime Sofa, Model FJ4100, Designed by Finn Juhl and Onecollection

By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl

Located in Lejre, DK

Poet rime sofa, model FJ4100, designed by Finn Juhl in 1941 and manufactured by Onecollection.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design
Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design

Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design

By Finn Juhl, Bovirke

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak. Original upholstered with two colours of fabric.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Period Gustavian Bellman Sofa
Period Gustavian Bellman Sofa

Period Gustavian Bellman Sofa

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H 38.78 in W 83.47 in D 24.41 in

Period Gustavian Bellman Sofa

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

It features the typically curved crosses in the back which gives its name after the famous Swedish poet. This sofa is extra special with all its original plasterwork.

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Finn Juhl 'the Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
Finn Juhl 'the Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

Finn Juhl 'the Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

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H 33.86 in W 53.15 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl 'the Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric, legs of stained beech.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa
Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa

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H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa

By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl

Located in Vienna, AT

Finn Juhl "The Poet." Free-standing two-seat sofa with beech legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa
Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa

Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa

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H 34.25 in W 53.5 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa

By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Danish Modern tufted couch designed in 1941 by the legendary Finn Juhl for his own home, the Juhl House, and manufactured by Onecollection in Denmark. The wingback style sette...

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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut, Beech, Pine

Distressed 1960s Swedish Broderna Anderssons Sofa
Distressed 1960s Swedish Broderna Anderssons Sofa

Distressed 1960s Swedish Broderna Anderssons Sofa

By Bröderna Anderssons 1

Located in Culver City, CA

This sofa is absolutely gorgeous. With its clean lines and higher back, the form on this sofa is very reminiscent of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Early Model Finn Juhl France FD136 Chair for France & Søn in Teak & Sheepskin
Early Model Finn Juhl France FD136 Chair for France & Søn in Teak & Sheepskin

Early Model Finn Juhl France FD136 Chair for France & Søn in Teak & Sheepskin

By Finn Juhl

Located in Culver City, CA

Some of Juhl's most iconic designs include the Chieftain Chair, the Pelican Chair, and the Poet Sofa. His designs were often characterized by their use of teak and other exotic woods...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Teak

Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941
Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941

Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941

By Finn Juhl

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Original poet sofa by Finn Juhl, circa 1941. Original vintage poet sofa first designed in 1941 by Finn Juhl.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'
Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'

Finn Juhl "The Poet" Two-Seat Sofa with White Wool Upholstery, Denmark, '1950s'

By Finn Juhl

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Finn Juhl "The Poet" two-seat sofa with white wool upholstery, Denmark (1950s).

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Finn Juhl Rare Settee / Couch c 1947
Finn Juhl Rare Settee / Couch c 1947

Finn Juhl Rare Settee / Couch c 1947

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H 42.5 in W 52 in D 27.5 in

Finn Juhl Rare Settee / Couch c 1947

By Finn Juhl

Located in New York, NY

Rare sofa, similar to the Poet Sofa, designed for a "Bachelor's Apartment" for the "Tidens Møbler 1947" exhibition, Copenhagen by Finn Juhl.

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Finn Juhl, BO46, Bovirke, Denmark
Finn Juhl, BO46, Bovirke, Denmark

Finn Juhl, BO46, Bovirke, Denmark

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H 32.29 in W 53.15 in D 31.5 in

Finn Juhl, BO46, Bovirke, Denmark

By Finn Juhl

Located in Espergærde, 84

As the earlier model "the Poet", the sofa has a very sculptural and organic appearance as one could say for most FJ. designed furniture, even though only few are full covered furnitu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Poet Sofa
Poet Sofa

Poet Sofa

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H 34 in W 53.5 in D 31.5 in

Poet Sofa

By Finn Juhl

Located in New York, NY

Finn Juhl "Poet" sofa, new edition by House of Finn Juhl, Denmark, in Indigo canvas upholstery.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Canvas

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Poet Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic poet sofa available at 1stDibs. Each poet sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and upholstery. There are 18 variations of the antique or vintage poet sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 18 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect poet sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each poet sofa bearing Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made poet sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Finn Juhl, Kvadrat and Niels Vodder are consistently popular.

How Much is a Poet Sofa?

Prices for a poet sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $6,290 and can go as high as $34,391, while the average can fetch as much as $16,377.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.

Styles to Know

Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa

A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.