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Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, Pure Alpaca, 1970s
Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, Pure Alpaca, 1970s

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Alpaca

Regency Serpentine Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Regency Serpentine Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa

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...

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa
1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa

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.

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Chesterfield Tufted Brown Leather Sofa Feather Filled Cushions
Antique Victorian Chesterfield Tufted Brown Leather Sofa Feather Filled Cushions

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...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Stouby Danish modern brown leather beechwood sculptural two-seater sofa 1980s
Stouby Danish modern brown leather beechwood sculptural two-seater sofa 1980s

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

"Straccio" by De Pass, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Zanotta Three Seater Sofa Cognac
"Straccio" by De Pass, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Zanotta Three Seater Sofa Cognac

"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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)
Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat

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.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Beech

Percival Lafer Sofa, Re-upholstered in Leather, Mid-Century Modern, Brazil 1970s
Percival Lafer Sofa, Re-upholstered in Leather, Mid-Century Modern, Brazil 1970s

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa in Original Leather and Rosewood legs, Denmark, 1960s
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa in Original Leather and Rosewood legs, Denmark, 1960s

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Milo Baughman Ivory Cream Semi-Circular Sectional Sofa for Thayer Coggin
Milo Baughman Ivory Cream Semi-Circular Sectional Sofa for Thayer Coggin

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s
Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

1964 Herman Miller Eames 3473 Three Seat Sofa with Black Nubuck Leather
1964 Herman Miller Eames 3473 Three Seat Sofa with Black Nubuck Leather

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...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Model 161 Sofa by Hans Olsen, Teak and Cane, Danish Modern, 1957
Model 161 Sofa by Hans Olsen, Teak and Cane, Danish Modern, 1957

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...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cane, Teak

Brazilian Wood Three-Seater Sofa by Rino Levi, Brazil 1950s
Brazilian Wood Three-Seater Sofa by Rino Levi, Brazil 1950s

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.
Model 442 3-seater sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1962.

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Superb 1958, 3 Seat, Gianfranco Frattini, '872' Leather Sofa, Cassina, Italy
Superb 1958, 3 Seat, Gianfranco Frattini, '872' Leather Sofa, Cassina, Italy

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Nickel

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Daybed / Sofa Produced by France & Son

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Teak

Warren McArthur Slat Back Sofa, Anodized Aluminum, Art Deco, 1933
Warren McArthur Slat Back Sofa, Anodized Aluminum, Art Deco, 1933

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...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bicolor Sofa by Isa Bergamo
Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bicolor Sofa by Isa Bergamo

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 ...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002

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...

Category

Early 2000s German Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi, Wood and Fabric, Vitra, Germany, 2002

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...

Category

Early 2000s German Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century Italian Design Crystal Sofa Table or Coffee Table, 1980s
20th Century Italian Design Crystal Sofa Table or Coffee Table, 1980s

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofa Tables

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa USA 1970s
Henry Olko Mid Century Modern Square Series Rattan Sofa USA 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Cane, Hardwood

Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking
Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking

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...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak, Henry Kjærnulf, 1970s
Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak, Henry Kjærnulf, 1970s

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...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet
Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Percival Lafer 3 Seat Brown Leather Sofa and Loveseat  (lounge chairs available)
Percival Lafer 3 Seat Brown Leather Sofa and Loveseat  (lounge chairs available)

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair Mid Century Erwin-Lambeth for John Stuart Botanical Lily Rolled Arm Sofas
Pair Mid Century Erwin-Lambeth for John Stuart Botanical Lily Rolled Arm Sofas

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950
Incomparable Tuxedo Sofa by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini, circa 1950

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Off-White Bouclé by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s

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.

Category

20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Caviuna

Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

COR Model Ambo Living Room Suite Modular Sofa by Jo Otterpohl
COR Model Ambo Living Room Suite Modular Sofa by Jo Otterpohl

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Large French Art Deco Rosewood Sofa in Gold Upholstery Scalloped Edge
Large French Art Deco Rosewood Sofa in Gold Upholstery Scalloped Edge

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.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Luciano Frigerio 'Norman' 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
Luciano Frigerio 'Norman' 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Grete Jalk Model 118 Three Seat Teak Sofa with Bouclé, France and Søn, 1950s
Grete Jalk Model 118 Three Seat Teak Sofa with Bouclé, France and Søn, 1950s

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...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa Armchair in White Leather, Switzerland 1970s
De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa Armchair in White Leather, Switzerland 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Leather

Curved Walnut Sofa by Paolo Buffa, Gold Velvet, Mid-Century, Italy
Curved Walnut Sofa by Paolo Buffa, Gold Velvet, Mid-Century, Italy

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Angelo Mangiarotti Three Seat Sofa, La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Italy, 1970s
Angelo Mangiarotti Three Seat Sofa, La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Italy, 1970s

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Sapele Wood

1950s Guillerme et Chambron Inspired Brutalist Oak and Velvet Throne-Like Sofa
1950s Guillerme et Chambron Inspired Brutalist Oak and Velvet Throne-Like Sofa

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Velvet

1980s Modular Green Sculptural Curved Sofa Chaise Lounge, Set of 2
1980s Modular Green Sculptural Curved Sofa Chaise Lounge, Set of 2

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.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Green Velvet Sofa by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy, 1950
Mid Century Green Velvet Sofa by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy, 1950

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Patinated Leather Sofa by Gerard van den Berg for Montis, Netherlands, 1970s
Patinated Leather Sofa by Gerard van den Berg for Montis, Netherlands, 1970s

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...

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1974
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1974

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

COR Model Corbi Modular Sofa by Klaus Uredat 2x limegreen Lounge Chair
COR Model Corbi Modular Sofa by Klaus Uredat 2x limegreen Lounge Chair

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

ANTiQUE AMERICAN CARVED BURR WALNUT MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID CHESTERFIELD SOFA
ANTiQUE AMERICAN CARVED BURR WALNUT MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID CHESTERFIELD SOFA

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...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Satinwood, Walnut

Sacco Sofa by Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, Franco Teodoro for Zanotta, Italy
Sacco Sofa by Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, Franco Teodoro for Zanotta, Italy

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Stendig, New Luxurious Boucle, Switzerland, 1950s

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Modern Fred Lowen Black Leather T21 Safari style lounge 3 seat Sofa for Tessa
Modern Fred Lowen Black Leather T21 Safari style lounge 3 seat Sofa for Tessa

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.

Category

Early 2000s Australian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Black Walnut

Sofa designed by N.D. Hansen and Flemming Johansen, cabinetmaker Ove Lander
Sofa designed by N.D. Hansen and Flemming Johansen, cabinetmaker Ove Lander

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...

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 1960s "Pod" Three-Seater Sofa by Carl Eric Klote for Overman of Sweden
Vintage 1960s "Pod" Three-Seater Sofa by Carl Eric Klote for Overman of Sweden

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Space Age Three-Seater Sofa by Adriano Piazzesi in Teddy Bear & Leatherette
Space Age Three-Seater Sofa by Adriano Piazzesi in Teddy Bear & Leatherette

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.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather

Mid Century Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen
Mid Century Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen

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.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Loveseat Sofa in Rosewood, Woven Cane & Original Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's
Loveseat Sofa in Rosewood, Woven Cane & Original Leather by Ole Wanscher, 1960's

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...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

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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.

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