Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, Pure Alpaca, 1970s
By Raphael Raffel
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare croissant sofa by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris and produced in the mid 1970s.
Mid-20th Century French Sofas
Alpaca
Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, Pure Alpaca, 1970s
By Raphael Raffel
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare croissant sofa by Raphaël Raffel for Maison Honoré Paris and produced in the mid 1970s.
Alpaca
$13,080Sale Price|20% Off
Regency Serpentine Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Regency circa 1810-1820 hand dyed cigar brown leather serpentine fronted Chesterfield club sofa This sofa is as rar...
Leather, Hardwood
1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite two toned beige leather sofa. The ultra rare three seaters sofa exudes an air of luxury and refinement.
Leather, Wood
$9,265Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Chesterfield Tufted Brown Leather Sofa Feather Filled Cushions
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this stunning fully restored Victorian hand dyed cigar brown leather Chesterfield tufted club sofa with feather filled cushions This sofa is as rare as t...
Leather, Hardwood
Stouby Danish modern brown leather beechwood sculptural two-seater sofa 1980s
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in Lisboa, PT
A quiet standout from the late modern Scandinavian period, this sofa is a rare find in such untouched condition.
Leather, Beech
"Straccio" by De Pass, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Zanotta Three Seater Sofa Cognac
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi, Zanotta
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This stunning rare three seater Leather Sofa was designed 1968 by Design Team De Pas , Donato d’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi.
Leather
Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)
By Giulio Minoletti
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking and rare pair of L-shaped sofas attributed to Italian architect and designer Giulio Minoletti.
Fabric, Wood
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen of Denmark.
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Percival Lafer Sofa, Re-upholstered in Leather, Mid-Century Modern, Brazil 1970s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
A rare and beautifully preserved sofa by Percival Lafer, one of Brazil’s most celebrated modernist designers.
Leather, Wood
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa in Original Leather and Rosewood legs, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in amstelveen, NL
An exceptional and rare three-seat V11 sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark, circa 1960s.
Leather
Milo Baughman Ivory Cream Semi-Circular Sectional Sofa for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Exceptional and rare, fun and functional, this sofa is a show stopper that you won't see in many other living rooms.
Upholstery
Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s
By Gustav Bertelsen, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare two seater sofa was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen and produced by the master cabinet maker Gustav Bertelsen in the early 1950s.
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
1964 Herman Miller Eames 3473 Three Seat Sofa with Black Nubuck Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The 3473 was only in production for 9 years (1964-1973), rendering this piece quite rare. The sofa measures 33.5 inches long, 72.5 inches wide and 34.5 inches high, with a seat he...
Aluminum, Iron
Model 161 Sofa by Hans Olsen, Teak and Cane, Danish Modern, 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...
Cane, Teak
Brazilian Wood Three-Seater Sofa by Rino Levi, Brazil 1950s
By Rino Levi
Located in Utrecht, NL
The beautiful colour of the wood is highlighted by the light upholstery of the body in a premium bouclé fabric, including the three removable cushions. This sofa model is rare to fi...
Bouclé, Wood
$5,030Sale Price|25% Off
Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
A minimalist icon from the golden era of modern design — this rare Model 442 sofa was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the early 1960s.
Chrome
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Superb 1958, 3 Seat, Gianfranco Frattini, '872' Leather Sofa, Cassina, Italy
By Gianfranco Frattini, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and very rare 1958 '872' sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy.
Nickel
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare minerva daybed / sofa designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen.
Fabric, Cane, Teak
$12,500Sale Price|50% Off
Warren McArthur Slat Back Sofa, Anodized Aluminum, Art Deco, 1933
By Warren McArthur
Located in Camden, ME
One of the fascinating aspects of McArthur's furniture designs is his continual attention to the visual dialog he has with anyone seeing his furniture whether they are conscious of i...
Aluminum
$3,456Sale Price|46% Off
Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bicolor Sofa by Isa Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Paris, FR
A rare 20th-century Italian sofa manufactured by ISA Bergamo and designed in an organic curved shape with a cushioned outer ring and comfortable depth which sits on splayed polished ...
Brass
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002
By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra
Located in Roma, IT
Originally designed in 1950, this iconic model was produced in a very limited edition, which is now top rare. This sofa belongs to the first re-edition of 2002, by the Vitra Design M...
Fabric, Wood
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002
By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra
Located in Roma, IT
Originally designed in 1950, this iconic model was produced in a very limited edition, which is now top rare. This sofa belongs to the first re-edition of 2002, by the Vitra Design M...
Fabric, Wood
$727Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Italian Design Crystal Sofa Table or Coffee Table, 1980s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare Italian sofa table, 1980s in rare refined crystal with legs in gilded brass.
Crystal, Brass
Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa USA 1970s
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Stamford, CT
An exquisite and rare rattan sofa by accomplished Henry Olko for his Willow and Reed company, circa 1975.
Fabric, Rattan, Cane, Hardwood
$16,350Sale Price|20% Off
Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking
By Howard & Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning exceptionally rare original Howard & Son’s sofas with the original ticking fabric This has to be the most comfortable sofa I have e...
Upholstery
Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak, Henry Kjærnulf, 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts and...
Wool, Oak
Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in New York, NY
An iconic expression of postwar Italian design, this rare three-seater sofa by Malatesta & Mason embodies the sculptural refinement and modern elegance that defined the 1960s.
Velvet, Oak
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Two-Seater Grace Sofa in Brown Fabric from Ikea
By IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare two-seater Grace sofa was produced by the Swedish company IKEA in 1961.
Fabric, Oak
$6,000Sale Price / set|25% Off
Percival Lafer 3 Seat Brown Leather Sofa and Loveseat (lounge chairs available)
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a rare Percival Lafer sofa and loveseat. Its comprised of a 3 seat sofa and a 2 seat loveseat.
Leather
Pair Mid Century Erwin-Lambeth for John Stuart Botanical Lily Rolled Arm Sofas
By John Stuart Inc., Erwin Lambeth
Located in Dayton, OH
This exceptional, rare pair of vintage lounge sofas by Erwin-Lambeth, originally curated and distributed through the luxury design house John Stuart Inc., showcases a masterful blend...
Fabric, Hardwood
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Atlanta, GA
Expert custom upholstery service is available. A fabulous rare iron sofa or daybed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, Brooklyn, circa 1950.
Wrought Iron
Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, inviting, and unmistakably Brazilian, this rare Giuseppe Scapinelli sofa stands as an exceptional example of 1950s Brazilian modern design.
Bouclé, Caviuna
Vintage Mid Century "Tuxedo Series" Sofa by J & J Brook Limited, 1962
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a rare 3-seat sofa by J & J Brook Limited, purchased originally in 1962.
Chrome
Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s.
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
COR Model Ambo Living Room Suite Modular Sofa by Jo Otterpohl
By COR
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a rare and stunning Modular sectional sofa designed by Jo Otterpohl in 1969 for german manufacturer COR.
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Large French Art Deco Rosewood Sofa in Gold Upholstery Scalloped Edge
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large French Art Deco gold velvet upholstery grand sofa. Rare find excellent original condition.
Upholstery, Rosewood
Luciano Frigerio 'Norman' 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed by Luciano Frigerio in the 1970s for the Missoni family, the 'Norman' sofa is a rare example of Italian craft meeting fashion legacy.
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Grete Jalk Model 118 Three Seat Teak Sofa with Bouclé, France and Søn, 1950s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, BY
The refinished teak frame is in beautiful, sturdy vintage condition with only minimal age-related wear. A rare and beautifully crafted sofa by one of the most important women in Dani...
Bouclé, Teak
De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa Armchair in White Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974. Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape.
Upholstery, Leather
$3,399Sale Price|35% Off
Curved Walnut Sofa by Paolo Buffa, Gold Velvet, Mid-Century, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Rare curved sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa, circa 1950 walnut, original gold velvet, iron very good original condition Measures: 145.5 x 60 cm height 94 cm height seat. 41 cm.
Iron
Angelo Mangiarotti Three Seat Sofa, La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Italy, 1970s
By La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare three seat sofa was designed by Angelo Mangiarotti and produced by the Italian manufacturer La Sorgente dei Mobili in the early 1970s.
Fabric, Wool, Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Sapele Wood
1950s Guillerme et Chambron Inspired Brutalist Oak and Velvet Throne-Like Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and distinctively shaped oak sofa with large rounded finials at the front and high horn-shaped rods at the back.
Oak, Velvet
$4,625Sale Price / set|50% Off
1980s Modular Green Sculptural Curved Sofa Chaise Lounge, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite modular two piece chaise lounge sofa. The ultra rare lounger exudes an air of luxury and refinement.
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Green Velvet Sofa by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy, 1950
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in San Francisco, CA
This incredibly sleek and rare mid century sofa is designed by esteemed Italian, Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, 1950.
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brutalist 2Seater Brown Leather Bed Sofa, 1970
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
The rare two-seater sofa with fold-out function. It was manufactured in Germany during the 1970s.
Leather, Fabric
Patinated Leather Sofa by Gerard van den Berg for Montis, Netherlands, 1970s
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis
Located in Almelo, NL
No structural damage; stable and comfortable. Note: Two sofas available. Price listed is per sofa. A rare and timeless piece of Dutch midcentury design that delivers both comfort a...
Leather, Beech
"Mississippi" Lounge Sofa (15 pieces) by The Artifort Group For Artifort, 1970's
By Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare and exclusive "Mississippi" sofa model 100.
Fabric, Foam
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1974
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape.
Leather
COR Model Corbi Modular Sofa by Klaus Uredat 2x limegreen Lounge Chair
By Klaus Uredat, COR
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a rare and stunning Modular sectional sofa /Lounge Chair designed by Klaus Uredat in 1969 for german manufacturer COR.
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood
$4,305Sale Price|20% Off
ANTiQUE AMERICAN CARVED BURR WALNUT MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID CHESTERFIELD SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale very rare, American hand carved Walnut sofa with Mother of Pearl inlay and Lions Hairy paw feet Please note...
Fabric, Satinwood, Walnut
Sacco Sofa by Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, Franco Teodoro for Zanotta, Italy
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Mario Bellini
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare two-seat Sacco Sofa by Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, Franco Teodoro for Zanotta, Italy.
Fabric
"Cloud" Sofa in Velvet & Walnut, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1970's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and iconic "Cloud" sofa designed by the influential Adrian Pearsall.
Velvet, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
By Stendig Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare Mid Century Modern sofa by Stendig, made in Switzerland, in a new sheepskin style boucle, thick and rich with fully redone cushions.
Chrome
Stunning Patate modular sofa in its original black leather for Airborne - France
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Condition : This very rare vintage sofa boasts a well-preserved, time-worn aesthetic.
Leather
Modern Fred Lowen Black Leather T21 Safari style lounge 3 seat Sofa for Tessa
By Fred Lowen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern Fred Lowen Black Leather T21 Safari style lounge 3 seat Sofa for Tessa. This luxurious, rare, and highly collectible sofa, was designed by Fred Lowen in 1968 for Tessa.
Leather, Black Walnut
Sofa designed by N.D. Hansen and Flemming Johansen, cabinetmaker Ove Lander
Located in Stockholm, SE
From a private Danish collection. This very rare three-seater sofa was first exhibited at the 1936 Copenhagen Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition, an annual furniture exhibition and co...
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s "Pod" Three-Seater Sofa by Carl Eric Klote for Overman of Sweden
By Carl Eric Klote, Overman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic example of Scandinavian modern design, this rare 1960s "Pod" three-seater sofa was designed by Carl Eric Klote for Overman of Sweden.
Leather
$3,692Sale Price|20% Off
Space Age Three-Seater Sofa by Adriano Piazzesi in Teddy Bear & Leatherette
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Catania, CT
A rare three-seater sofa designed by Adriano Piazzesi, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
Fabric, Faux Leather
$2,600Sale Price|60% Off
Mid Century Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Companion piece to the FD 172 slipper chairs, this sofa is a rare find. Versatile modular design. Ideal placement in central area of a room.
Wood
Loveseat Sofa in Rosewood, Woven Cane & Original Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Loveseat Sofa in Rosewood, Woven Cane & Original Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, woven cane and original leather Style: Mid century, Scan...
Rosewood, Leather
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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