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Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa

By Albert Rosenthal

Located in Waalwijk, NL

A very rare type of modular sofa with amazing black and green alligator print fabric.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Art Deco Sofa in Solid Wood and Tapisserie 1930s
Art Deco Sofa in Solid Wood and Tapisserie 1930s

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.

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1970s Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel, completely original.
1970s Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel, completely original.

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Imbuia

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

‘Facet’ Sofa by Folke Jansson, Sweden, 1957
‘Facet’ Sofa by Folke Jansson, Sweden, 1957

‘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.

Category

20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

1950s Danish Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard
1950s Danish Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Joaquim Tenreiro Four-Seat Sofa, Hardwood, Brazilian Modern, 1950s
Joaquim Tenreiro Four-Seat Sofa, Hardwood, Brazilian Modern, 1950s

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Mobili nella Valle sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova
Mobili nella Valle sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine

Joaquim Tenreiro, Vintage 'Curva' Sofa, 1950s, Brazil, Velvet
Joaquim Tenreiro, Vintage 'Curva' Sofa, 1950s, Brazil, Velvet

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...

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Boho Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Postmodern Sofa
Vintage Boho Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Postmodern Sofa

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.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Evergreen Mohair
Giuseppe Scapinelli Sculptural Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Evergreen Mohair

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 ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Caviuna

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa w/End Table
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa w/End Table

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa w/End Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

A standout addition to any modern, Danish, or retro-inspired interior, this rare Pearsall sofa blends artistry and utility in one timeless piece.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Mario Bellini Quartet sofa Cassina Italy 1964
Mario Bellini Quartet sofa Cassina Italy 1964

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Jørgen Kastholm JK 922 Vagon Buffalo Leather Sofa Denmark
Jørgen Kastholm JK 922 Vagon Buffalo Leather Sofa Denmark

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s

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...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werkstätte, Austria, 1980's
Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werkstätte, Austria, 1980's

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Chenille

Bauhaus Tubular Steel Sofa by Hynek Gottwald, 1930s
Bauhaus Tubular Steel Sofa by Hynek Gottwald, 1930s

Bauhaus Tubular Steel Sofa by Hynek Gottwald, 1930s

By Hynek Gottwald

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

An iconic artifact of interwar functionalism, this rare Bauhaus tubular steel sofa was produced by Hynek Gottwald in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

McGuire Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Sofa Settee
McGuire Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Sofa Settee

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 ...

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak

1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa
1970s Henning Kjaernulf Danish Oak Three-Seat Sofa

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Other Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Sofa in Cane and Teak by Hans Olsen, 1957
Sofa in Cane and Teak by Hans Olsen, 1957

Sofa in Cane and Teak by Hans Olsen, 1957

By Hans Olsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare pair of model 161 sofas, designed by Hans Olsen and produced by Bramin Møbler in Denmark in 1957, represents an exceptional synthesis of mid-century Scandinavian desig...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cane, Teak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s
Gigi Radice for Minotti Curved Modular Sofa, Italy, 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Marzio Cecchi sofa daybed in buffalo leather, Italy 1970s
Marzio Cecchi sofa daybed in buffalo leather, Italy 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Frits Henningsen "Box Sofa" in Mahogany, Denmark 1940s, 1940's
Frits Henningsen "Box Sofa" in Mahogany, Denmark 1940s, 1940's

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.

Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

JK 922 Wagon Leather Sofa by Jørgen Kastholm, Denmark, 1960s
JK 922 Wagon Leather Sofa by Jørgen Kastholm, Denmark, 1960s

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage 70ties Togo Living Room Suite Modular Sectional Sofa
Vintage 70ties Togo Living Room Suite Modular Sectional Sofa

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's

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.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Sofa by Móveis Giacomelli, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1950s
Sofa by Móveis Giacomelli, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1950s

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Le Bambole Two Seat Sofa (LBA2) by Mario Bellini
Le Bambole Two Seat Sofa (LBA2) by Mario Bellini

Le Bambole Two Seat Sofa (LBA2) by Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

Rare and iconic Bambole sofa, designed in 1973, featuring bold, sculptural lines and unmistakable Italian flair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Canvas

Vintage 3-seater sofa, Steiner Joseph André Motte, 1950s
Vintage 3-seater sofa, Steiner Joseph André Motte, 1950s

Vintage 3-seater sofa, Steiner Joseph André Motte, 1950s

By Steiner, Joseph-André Motte

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 ...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Scandinavia low long sling Safari sofa by Bruksbo
Mid Century Scandinavia low long sling Safari sofa by Bruksbo

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

By Josef Danhauser

Located in Vienna, AT

Viennese Biedermeier furniture is celebrated for its perfect proportions, refined elegance, and masterful craftsmanship—qualities that continue to influence modern design today. This...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Marco Zanuso 'Sleep-o-Matic' Sofa for Arflex, 1951
Marco Zanuso 'Sleep-o-Matic' Sofa for Arflex, 1951

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Werner Max Moser Sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s
Werner Max Moser Sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s

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.

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Solid Oak and Bouclé Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia 1970s
Brutalist Solid Oak and Bouclé Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Brutalist Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

PAIR - 1960's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Slipper Sofas
PAIR - 1960's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Slipper Sofas

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s
Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

19th Century Antique American Empire Sofa with Lion Claw Feet
19th Century Antique American Empire Sofa with Lion Claw Feet

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.

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown American Empire Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Ward Bennett Tufted White Leather Sofa (two available)
Ward Bennett Tufted White Leather Sofa (two available)

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...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

V12 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
V12 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s

V12 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø

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...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa with Chenille Upholstery, 1960s Denmark
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa with Chenille Upholstery, 1960s Denmark

Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa with Chenille Upholstery, 1960s Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Folke Ohlsson, Illum Wikkelsø, Grete Jalk, Svend Åge Madsen

Located in Burbank, CA

This sofa is rare, and in the manner of Kofod Larsen designs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chenille, Teak

Mid Century Italian Sofa by Lenzi Nello, 1954
Mid Century Italian Sofa by Lenzi Nello, 1954

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Alvar Aalto Paimio Sofa for Finmar Finland ca 1932
Alvar Aalto Paimio Sofa for Finmar Finland ca 1932

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.

Category

20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bentwood

Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Expresso Brown Canyon Sofa
Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Expresso Brown Canyon Sofa

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.

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International
Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International

Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International

By Trix and Robert Haussmann, Knoll

Located in VENLO, NL

This rare two-seater sofa from ‘The Lounge Seating’ series, was designed by Trix & Robert Haussmann in 1988 and manufactured by Knoll International.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luciano Frigerio Dragoni sofa made in Italy 1970
Luciano Frigerio Dragoni sofa made in Italy 1970

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Ebonized Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Ebonized Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

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.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Pearlware, Upholstery

Rolf Benz Vintage brown Living Room Suite Modular 70ties Sectional Sofa
Rolf Benz Vintage brown Living Room Suite Modular 70ties Sectional Sofa

Rolf Benz Vintage brown Living Room Suite Modular 70ties Sectional Sofa

By Rolf Benz

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Rare Modular Sectional Sofa by Rolf Benz, Germany, 1970s A rare and beautifully designed modular sectional sofa by Rolf Benz, manufactured in Germany during the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam

Jean-Louis Deniot for George Smith Contemporary Sculptural Curved Velvet Sofa
Jean-Louis Deniot for George Smith Contemporary Sculptural Curved Velvet Sofa

Jean-Louis Deniot for George Smith Contemporary Sculptural Curved Velvet Sofa

Located in Nottingham, GB

A rare sculptural curved sofa designed by Jean-Louis Deniot for George Smith, combining an expressive silhouette with the refined craftsmanship associated with the English furniture ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Velvet

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

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.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 2-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s
JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 2-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s

JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 2-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s

By Jørgen Kastholm, Kill International

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Fantastic and very rare ‚JK730‘ two seater sofa by Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International in brown leather and brushed flat steel, Germany, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Kazuhide Takahama, two seat Suzanne Sofa. Gavina Edition, 1965.
Kazuhide Takahama, two seat Suzanne Sofa. Gavina Edition, 1965.

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Midcentury Sofa or Daybed designed by Miroslav Navratil, 1960s.
Midcentury Sofa or Daybed designed by Miroslav Navratil, 1960s.

Midcentury Sofa or Daybed designed by Miroslav Navratil, 1960s.

By Interiér Praha, Miroslav Navratil

Located in Praha, CZ

- very iconic sofa - adjustable - confortable - rare colored

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 3-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s
JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 3-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s

JORGEN KASTHOLM ‚JK730‘ FOR KILL INTERNATIONAL 3-SEATER SOFA, GERMANY 1960s

By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Fantastic and very rare ‚JK730‘ three seater sofa by Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International in brown leather and brushed flat steel, Germany, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater  40's sweden
alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater  40's sweden

alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater 40's sweden

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Tomi, Nagano

Made in Sweden. This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa. This item has already been reupholstered and repaired.

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch, Fabric

Joaquim Tenreiro “Rectangular” Four-Seat Sofa in Hardwood & Rose Velvet, Brazil
Joaquim Tenreiro “Rectangular” Four-Seat Sofa in Hardwood & Rose Velvet, Brazil

Joaquim Tenreiro “Rectangular” Four-Seat Sofa in Hardwood & Rose Velvet, Brazil

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

A rare and highly desirable four-seat sofa designed by Joaquim Tenreiro and produced in Brazil during the 1950s, this exceptional example embodies the designer’s enduring contributio...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of mahogany framed sofas / daybeds designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

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Rare Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic rare couch available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, every rare couch was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a rare couch, we have 614 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a rare couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each rare couch bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Edward Wormley, Adrian Pearsall and De Sede each produced at least one beautiful rare couch that is worth considering.

How Much is a Rare Couch?

The average selling price for a rare couch at 1stDibs is $8,493, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $98,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.