Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare model 4623 sofa with bleached mahogany base designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Mohair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare model 4623 sofa with bleached mahogany base designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Mohair
Scandinavian Modular Leather Sofa, Norway, circa 1970
Located in Voorburg, NL
Visually powerful yet inviting, this sofa offers a rare balance of rustic modern warmth and refined Nordic elegance.
Leather, Oak
An Exceptional Victorian Chesterfield Sofa with Impressive Proportions
Located in Hastings, GB
This is a rare opportunity to own and enjoy a remarkable Victorian Chesterfield sofa.
Leather, Linen
Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Cabinetmaker Gustav Berthelsen, Copenhagen, 1949
By Gustav Bertelsen
Located in Odense, DK
A rare 1940s Danish Modern sofa by cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark.
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$5,592
Wicker modular sofa
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare vintage modular japanese wicker sofa. Constituted of 3 modules with original brown fabric and metal tubular legs, this sofa is very unique with its amazing wicker work.
Wicker
Josef Hoffmann Attributed Beech Sofa, Vienna Secession, 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare and elegant sofa attributed to Josef Hoffmann, dating to the 1920s and produced in Czechoslovakia.
Other
Scandinavian Modern Curved Sofa in Navy Blue Mohair, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A rare Scandinavian Modern sofa from the 1940s. Designer and manufacturer unknown.
Fabric, Beech
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Luigi Caccia Dominioni sofa, L4 "Chesa Laria" model, Azucena Edition circa 1960, Italy.` Model created in 1959, small production.
Metal
Danish Lambswool Banana Sofa Attr. Slagelse C. 1930's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Norwalk, CT
An exceptionally rare Danish "Banana" sofa attributed to Slagelse Møbelværk, dating to the 1930s.
Wool, Beech
‘Facet’ Sofa by Folke Jansson, Sweden, 1957
By Folke Jansson
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Rare 'Facet' sofa by Folke Jansson for S.M. Wincrantz Möbelindustri AB, Skövde Sweden 1957.
Wool, Wood
Art Deco Sofa in Solid Wood and Tapisserie 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
Most probably Belgian or Dutch origin. A very rare find, this sofa features a sculptural and very distinct art deco design.
Fabric, Oak
Restored Bauhaus Walnut Sofa, Tubular Steel Frame, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
Located in Żory, PL
A rare Bauhaus-style sofa from Czechoslovakia, dating from the 1940s.
Steel, Chrome
Mario Bellini Quartet sofa Cassina Italy 1964
By Mario Bellini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare 932 'Quartet' sofa designed by architect Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina in Italy in 1964.
Leather
1950s Danish Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Victoria, BC
A rare and elegant sofa by Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, showcasing the refined proportions and architectural clarity that define his early Danish modern work.
Wood
Joaquim Tenreiro, Vintage 'Curva' Sofa, 1950s, Brazil, Velvet
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Amsterdam, NL
New velvet upholstery and cushioning preserve the original elegance and comfort of these rare pieces. This Cruva sofa embodies Tenreiro’s philosophy of “formal lightness”: furniture...
Upholstery, Wood
1970s Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel, completely original.
By Jean Gillon
Located in Victoria, BC
Designed by renowned Brazilian designer Jean Gillon during the 1970s, this rare three-seat sofa is an outstanding example of Brazilian Modern design.
Imbuia
Vintage Boho Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Postmodern Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a rare and captivating vintage sofa, a striking example of Postmodern design by the iconic Ettore Sottsass for Knoll.
Metal
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Nordic textiles are beloved, people around the globe are fascinated by the eccentric and classic designs. However, it is rare to find a sofa with its original, stunning upholstery in...
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werkstätte, Austria, 1980's
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in amstelveen, NL
Stunning and rare large sculptural sectional sofa by Wiener Werkstätte, 1970.
Leather, Chenille
Joaquim Tenreiro Four-Seat Sofa, Hardwood, Brazilian Modern, 1950s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
This rare four-seat sofa exemplifies Joaquim Tenreiro’s radical redefinition of modern seating in postwar Brazil, where structure, lightness, and human scale were treated as insepara...
Velvet, Hardwood
Mobili nella Valle sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova
By Mario Ceroli
Located in London, GB
A rare two-seater sofa from the “Mobili nella Valle” series, designed by Mario Ceroli in 1972 for Poltronova.
Pine
Henry Schubell & Arnold Madsen 1950s Wool and Teak Freestanding Sofa
By Bovenkamp, Arnold Madsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
A rare and sculptural freestanding sofa by Danish design duo Henry Schubell and Arnold Madsen, produced by Bovenkamp in the 1950s.
Wool, Oak, Teak
1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Duxbury, MA
Rare three-seat sofa in dark stained oak, featuring sculpted bun-from handrests, vase-and block legs and a slatted back.
Fabric, Oak
McGuire Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional and rare McGuire modern organic rattan sofa. Crafted in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans from bundled pencil reed rattan over a rattan and ...
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
Jørgen Kastholm JK 922 Vagon Buffalo Leather Sofa Denmark
By Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare Danish modern “Vagon” sofa designed by Jørgen Kastholm, model JK 922, produced in Denmark during the 1960s.
Leather, Wood
Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Evergreen Mohair
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
An important and highly collectible work that exemplifies the enduring legacy of Brazilian modern design, this sofa represents the rare convergence of sculptural artistry, masterful ...
Mohair, Caviuna
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
This elegant and exceptionally rare Viennese Biedermeier sofa was crafted in Vienna circa 1825 and represents the timeless sophistication of the Austrian Biedermeier period.
Upholstery, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare bracket back model 486 sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Walnut
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural reclining leather sofa you could hope to find.
Leather, Wood
Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Örebro, SE
Rare Swedish modern sofa with lovely shape, by Carl Malmsten ca -1940's.
Fabric, Birch
Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare curved modular sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy, 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Marzio Cecchi sofa daybed in buffalo leather, Italy 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Rare two seater sofa by Marzio Cecchi, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
Chrome
Vintage 70ties Togo Living Room Suite Modular Sectional Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare and striking modular sectional sofa is a pure example of 1970s design, reminiscent of iconic models by Ligne Roset (Togo) and Roche Bobois.
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam
Werner Max Moser Sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s
By Werner Max Moser, Wohnbedarf
Located in Milan, IT
Rare Architect Werner Max Moser sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s.
Metal
Sofa by Móveis Giacomelli, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1950s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare 1950s sofa by Móveis Giacomelli captures the utilitarian elegance that defined much of Brazil’s early modern production.
Metal
Vintage 3-seater sofa, Steiner Joseph André Motte, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte, Steiner
Located in Paris, FR
Joseph André MOTTE (1925-2013) & STUDIO STEINER (manufacturer). . Rare three-seater sofa, model 800, created in 1958, with a matte black lacquered steel frame and a straight back on ...
Metal
$9,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ward Bennett Tufted White Leather Sofa (two available)
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
For decades, Bennett created and filled spaces that were elegant, minimalist and deeply appealed to everyone who laid eyes on them Rare restored Ward Bennett sofa in a rich white le...
Leather
Marco Zanuso 'Sleep-o-Matic' Sofa for Arflex, 1951
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare 'Sleep-o-Matic' sofa / daybed designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1951.
Fabric
Frits Henningsen "Box Sofa" in Mahogany, Denmark 1940s, 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Hellouw, NL
A rare box sofa by Danish cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, dating from around the 1940s.
Mahogany
Mid Century Italian Sofa by Lenzi Nello, 1954
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing and very rare Italian "piccolo" sofa, designed by Lenzi Nello in the early 50's.
Brass
Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Cini Boeri “Gradual” Sofa for Knoll International, Italy, 1972 Rare “Gradual” sofa designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll International in 1972.
Leather
JK 922 Wagon Leather Sofa by Jørgen Kastholm, Denmark, 1960s
By Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Praha, CZ
An exceptionally rare JK 922 "Wagon" sofa designed by Jørgen Kastholm and produced in Denmark during the 1960s.
Leather, Wood
Fratelli Saporiti Four-Seater Sofa in olive green velvet, Italy, 1960s
By Fratelli Saporiti
Located in amstelveen, NL
Rare four-seater sofa by Fratelli Saporiti, Italy, 1960s.
Velvet, Walnut
Mid Century Scandinavia low long sling Safari sofa by Bruksbo
By Bruksbo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A very rare safari 3 seat sofa by Brukso Made in Stranda, Norway.
Brass
$24,653Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sofas by Lucien Rollin, Mahogany & Fabric, 1950
By Lucien Rollin
Located in PARIS, FR
A pair of rare and elegant sofas by the French designer Lucien Rollin who studied under Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann.
Fabric, Mahogany
Arflex L Shape Black Lacquered Sofa with Light Suede Orange Cushions
By Arflex
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This rare and unique Arflex modular sofa from the 1980s represents the bold experimentation of Italian design in that decade.
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
Alvar Aalto Paimio Sofa for Finmar Finland ca 1932
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Danville, CA
Rare original Alvar Aalto Paimio sofa design circuit 1932 by Finmar, Finland.
Bentwood
19th Century Antique American Empire Sofa with Lion Claw Feet
Located in Rochester, NY
The quality of the bolsters and the construction of this beautiful piece of history leave many more decades to come for this singular antique sofa. A truly rare one of a kind find.
Mahogany
$13,000Sale Price / set|35% Off
PAIR - 1960's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Slipper Sofas
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Fabulous pair of super rare slipper sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Leather, Wood
Luciano Frigerio Dragoni sofa made in Italy 1970
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare and extraordinary lounge sofa designed by Luciano Frigerio and manufactured by his own company Frigerio di Desio in Italy in 1970.
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa with Chenille Upholstery, 1960s Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø, Folke Ohlsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Grete Jalk, Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Burbank, CA
This sofa is rare, and in the manner of Kofod Larsen designs.
Chenille, Teak
Brutalist Solid Oak and Bouclé Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare Brutalist three-seat sofa crafted in solid oak and produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1970s.
Bouclé, Oak
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Ebonized Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
The sofa sits well and is very comfortable. This high quality Viennese Biedermeier sofa is very rare and difficult to find.
Pearlware, Upholstery
V12 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
A stunning example of mid-century Danish design, this rare V12 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen dates from the 1960s and stands out as one of the finest pieces we’ve so...
Leather, Wood
Midcentury Sofa or Daybed designed by Miroslav Navratil, 1960s.
By Miroslav Navratil, Interiér Praha
Located in Praha, CZ
- very iconic sofa - adjustable - confortable - rare colored
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This very rare and elegant Biedermeier cherry sofa was made in Vienna circa 1820-25.
Upholstery, Cherry
‘Sandra’ three-seater sofa by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna, France 1970s
By Annie Hiéronimus, Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Complete with its original label and preserved with great care, this authentic vintage piece embodies the timeless sophistication of 1970s French design. A rare and highly character...
Textile
Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezák, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Thanks to its renowned modernist origin, prestigious production by Robert Slezák's workshop, and utterly timeless design, this rare extended sofa serves as a highly exclusive yet ful...
Steel, Chrome
Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Expresso Brown Canyon Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare imposing sofa acrafted from woven rattan in the organic modern coastal style by Ralph Lauren.
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Kazuhide Takahama, two seat Suzanne Sofa. Gavina Edition, 1965.
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant two-seat sofa model "Suzanne" designed by Kazuhide Takahama and manufactured in Italy by Gavina in the 1960s.
Chrome, Iron
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.
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