$189,000
H 33.86 in W 100.4 in D 33.47 in
Rare Phillip Lloyd Powell Free-Standing Sofa in Carved Walnut Pierre Frey Mohair
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Phillip Lloyd Powell, free-standing sofa, walnut, reupholstered in “Teddy” mohair by Pierre Frey
Mohair, Walnut
Maison Regain Living Room Set, France 1970s
By Maison Regain
Located in Aartselaar, BE
designs from the 1970s. This is a very rare sofa set from Maison Regain, complete with a chest. It's ideal
Wood, Oak, Fabric, Linen, Elm
$5,872
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 28.75 in
Illum Wikkelsø Capella Sofa, Jacaranda & Leather, Mid-Century, 1960
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in PARIS, FR
Très beau et assez rare sofa « Capella » 3 places en palissandre et cuir d’origine conçu par le
Leather, Jacaranda
$18,500 / set
H 29.14 in W 84.65 in D 29.53 in
Cognac FK6720 Sofa & Chairs by Fabricius & Kastholm Kill International 1960s
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Aachen, NW
This fine and rare sofa set model FK6720 was designed by Jorgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius in the
Aluminum
$57,200
H 30.12 in W 90.56 in D 30.12 in
Mid-Century Modern Forma Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1956
By Rare Form
Located in New York, NY
A sofa designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, the company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) and
Fabric, Rosewood
Rare French Midcentury Sofa
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare beautiful sofa upholstered in a creme wool bouce from Dedar. Seat and backrest with springs
Brass
RARE Bruno Mathsson T201 Sofa
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Unbelievably rare T201 sofa by Bruno Mathsson, made in Sweden. Retains it's original production
Fabric
Rare Carlo De Carli Sofa
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Munich, DE
Made by Cassina.
Fabric
Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare 4-seater Ib Kofod Larsen sofa in original black leather, very good condition. Produced by OPE
Leather
Wood and Leather Rare Sormani Sofa
By Luigi Sormani
Located in Milano, IT
Delve into the opulent world of vintage design with this stunning Sormani sofa from the 1970s
Leather, Wood
Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Comfortable sofa in velvet, designed and made in Denmark 1940s. Original condition.
Fabric, Beech
Midcentury Rare Scandinavian Sofa, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - confortable - good original condition
Metal
Rare Viennese enamel mounted sofa, 19th century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This exquisite Viennese enamel-mounted sofa, crafted in the late 19th century, exemplifies the
Enamel
Rare and Exclusive Loose Cushion Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Munich, DE
By george nelson. ultra soft high qualitily leather with nice and worm patina. down filled cushions.
Leather
rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Munich, DE
rare and elegant lady sofa by marco zanuso. only produced for a short period by arflex / italy.
Metal, Brass
Rare Paul Evans Biscuit Tufted Cityscape Sofas, Signed
By Paul Evans
Located in Dallas, TX
An exceptional pair of Paul Evans biscuit tufted Cityscape sofas, signed and in near mint condition
Chrome
1980s Rare Palecek Sculptural Rattan President Sofa
By Palecek Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning rattan sofa you could hope to find. This is
Rattan
Rare 4-Seater Sofa by Martin Eisler
By Martin Eisler
Located in London, England
Designed by Martin Eisler for his company FORMA S/A, this is a rare 4-seater version of a very
Fabric, Hardwood
Rare Danish sofa in patinated oak, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sofa attributed to Frits Henningsen in patinated oak new wool.
Oak
Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare and elegant early 20th century mahogany and leather sofa by Frits Henningsen with leather
Leather, Mahogany
Midcentury Rare Leather Sofa Bovenkamp, Netherlands, 1960s
By Bovenkamp
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type - marked - very confortable
Leather, Wood
Rare Vintage Coastal Heywood Wakefield Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An incredible vintage Coastal rattan sofa. Made by the MCM master Heywood Wakefield. Beautiful
Rattan
rare 1. edition osvaldo borsani d70 sofa
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Munich, DE
moving the sofa. also a useful bed for two persons. mechanism works smooth. for restauration or re
Metal, Brass
Rare 20th Century Sofa Table by Uno Åhrén
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare 20th century hexagonal sofa table in black lacquered pine with an pewter top. Designed by Uno
Pewter
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The sofa has been restored and the
Brocade, Beech
20th Century Ico Parisi Rare Velvet Sofa, 1961
By Ico Parisi
Located in Turin, Turin
and sculptures in the design process. Here a beautiful and timeless velvet sofa with wooden structure
Velvet, Wood
$10,625
H 42 in W 102 in D 60 in
Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and
Velvet, Walnut
Rare No. 853 Daybed / Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Munich, DE
Back can be turned to use the complete seating area as daybed.
Metal
1960s Rare 3-Seater Oak Sofa, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in quality 100% recycled KIRGBY fabric. - Wooden parts have been carefully refurbished. - Height of seat 44 cm.
Fabric, Wood
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Oak early 1950s.
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rare oak sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Søren Willadsen’s Møbelfabrik, early 1950s. Dismountable frame
Oak
Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
for. This particular one still has its original upholstery, which is quite rare for these sofas. The
Fabric, Oak
Rare MP-61 Sofa, Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The MP-61 series from 1972 were the first designs in which Percival Lafer used a fully visible fiberglass shell. The molded shell allowed greater freedom in shaping the form while si...
Leather, Fiberglass, Hardwood
$8,987
H 29.93 in W 56.7 in D 31.11 in
Rare Giorgetti Italian Velvet Conversation Sofa "Progetti", 1980s
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rare conversation sofa in solid ebonized beech and armrests in glossy Pau Ferro, the padding of the
Velvet, Wood, Beech
RARE Pair of Curved Omnibus Sofas by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
These curved Omnibus Sofas by Vladimir Kagan are RARELY seen and we just happen to have a pair. A
Mohair, Lucite
$3,223
H 29.93 in W 61.42 in D 32.29 in
Mid-century Rare Danish teak lounge sofa/ Easy sofa , with storage space 1960s
By Vintage Specialties
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-century Rare Danish teak lounge sofa/ Easy sofa , with storage space 1960s Design year: 1960s
Fabric, Teak
$6,863
H 37.41 in W 82.68 in D 29.93 in
Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Couch Honey Color, 3-4 Seat, 19th Century Empire Rare A
By Biedermeier
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier 3-4 seat sofa couch in beautiful light honey color French polish finish with
Birch
$4,601Sale Price|40% Off
H 29.93 in W 72.05 in D 33.08 in
Very Rare Bruno Mathsson Sofa in Perfect Condition
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Munich, DE
No.T201 sofa designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1936 and made by Karl Mathsson. Re-upholstered to
Fabric, Wood
Rare Paul McCobb Symmetric Group Sofa for Widdicomb
By Paul McCobb, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pawtucket, RI
One of Paul McCobb's final designs, this graceful floating sofa features a symmetrical silhouette
Textile, Walnut
$29,700 / item
H 27.37 in W 72.84 in D 37.41 in
Rare Gérard Gallet for Mobilier International Faceted Hexagonal Sofas
By Mobilier International, Gérard Gallet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gérard Gallet for Mobilier International, sofas, fabric, wood wrapped in leatherette, France, circa
Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood
1970s Rare Mid Century Two-Seat Sofa, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Velvet fabric in good original condition - cleaned - high of seat 40 cm
Fabric
$6,745Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 31.89 in W 67.72 in D 29.14 in
Rare Pair Swedish Biedermeier Style Sofas Couch Empire 20th C 172cm 3-4 Seat A
Located in Lewes, England
Rare pair of Swedish Biedermeier Empire style sofas from latter part of 20th Century in top grade
Birch
Rare No. 704 Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. MID 1950'S..Ingenious
Stainless Steel
$4,493
H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 38.98 in
Rare "Capriccio" sofa in scrunched leather by Eurosalotto, 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This leather sofa was designed in the 1970s by George Bighinello for the Italian brand Eurosalotto
Leather
Rare Modular Leather Sofa Set by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø, Ryesberg Møbler
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Illum Wikkelsø Manufacturer: Ryesberg Møbler Era: 1970 Materials: Leather Condition: In excellent original condition.
Leather
Rare Lodovico Acerbis 'Gem' Sofa in Black Leather and Acrylic
By Acerbis
Located in Waalwijk, NL
to its name, the Gem sofa by Lodovico Acerbis for Acerbis is a rare and refined example of early
Metal, Chrome
Rare Midcentury Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, 1950s
By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Thorald Madsens Snedkeri
Located in Lejre, DK
Sofa designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen. Made in Denmark, Great
Fabric, Oak
$14,374
H 21.66 in W 53.15 in D 29.53 in
Rare Vintage Brutalist Bauhaus Tubular Metal & Dark Leather Sofa, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare leather sofa was designed during the 1950s. A form referring to the design of the Bauhaus
Chrome
Rare No. 704 Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Munich, DE
Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up
Metal
Rare Brazilian Sofa & Lounge Chairs Set by Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon
Located in Kensington, MD
cushions. Set includes a sofa and two lounge chairs. *Due to time, labor costs, and heightened
Rosewood, Leather
Rare 1950s French Teak and Cane Sofa – Mid-Century Modern
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare 1950s French Teak and Cane Sofa – Mid-Century Modern Description: A striking and rare example
Cane, Teak
Rare Angled Back Tailored Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare upholstered sofa with an arched back on pentagonal shaped mahogany legs.
Upholstery
$1,797
H 30.71 in W 84.26 in D 37.01 in
Rare Design Leather Folding Sofa by Arch. Spicka, 1970s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
1970's rare design folding sofa, by Spicla, in former Czechoslovakia. Made oh faux leather and wood
Leather
$11,384
H 33.47 in W 66.93 in D 27.56 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen, Three seat sofa, very rare
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Daverkosen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen three seat sofa with back of cane. New upholstered with Coda
Fabric, Cane, Oak, Teak
Rare Vintage John Hutton for Donghia Block Island Woven Rattan Sofa
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A rare "Block Island" sofa by John Hutton for Donghia. This absolutely gorgeous sofa features a
Fabric, Rattan
$8,388
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage condition. Dimensions
Velvet, Birch
Rare Italian 1980's Lucite and Brass Sofa by Fabian
By F. Fabbian
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1980's Lucite and Brass sofa by Fabian. The Brass and lucite sofa has wonderful linear lines
Brass
$19,174 / item
H 27.56 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in
Rare Howard Keith Sofa, Harrods London, 1970s – Original Earth-Toned Upholstery
By Howard Keith
Located in Hammarö, SE
A rare and highly expressive 1970s sofa by Howard Keith, retailed through Harrods, London
Textile
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
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