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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 Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

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

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 Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

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

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

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 Pierre Paulin, Artifort

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

Mario Ceroli 2 Seater Sofa “Mobili nella Valle” series for Poltronova, 1972
Mario Ceroli 2 Seater Sofa “Mobili nella Valle” series for Poltronova, 1972

Mario Ceroli 2 Seater Sofa “Mobili nella Valle” series for Poltronova, 1972

By Mario Ceroli

Located in Milano, Lombardia

2-seater sofa from the “Mobili nella Valle” series, Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy, 1972 A rare two-seater sofa from the famous “Mobili nella Valle” series, created by Mario Cer...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Pine

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

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

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 Figli di Amadeo Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

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

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

Exquisite Original Victorian Kilim Upholstered Sofa Hardwood Turned Front Legs
Exquisite Original Victorian Kilim Upholstered Sofa Hardwood Turned Front Legs

Exquisite Original Victorian Kilim Upholstered Sofa Hardwood Turned Front Legs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original Victorian mahogany framed sofa with removable Kilim covers and feather filled cushions This is an exquisite sofa, I have...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

B&B Italia “Alanda” Sofa in Caramel Leather – Fully Restored Excellent Condition
B&B Italia “Alanda” Sofa in Caramel Leather – Fully Restored Excellent Condition

B&B Italia “Alanda” Sofa in Caramel Leather – Fully Restored Excellent Condition

By B&B Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY Offered here is a rare and timeless “Alanda” sofa by B&B Italia, designed by Paolo Piva in the 1980s – a standout example of refined Ita...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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 Vitra, Isamu Noguchi

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

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

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

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

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 Henry Olko, Willow and Reed

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

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

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

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 Ltd

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

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

Signed Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA Designed Mid Century Modern Sofa 77"
Signed Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA Designed Mid Century Modern Sofa 77"

Signed Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA Designed Mid Century Modern Sofa 77"

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare 77" three seater Milo Baughman designed sofa for Thayer Coggin that features the coveted channeling that starts on sides and wraps totally around the back.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

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

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 De Sede, Ubald Klug

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

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

Timeless Elegance: Art Deco Sofa from 1920s France, Recently Upholstered Ivory
Timeless Elegance: Art Deco Sofa from 1920s France, Recently Upholstered Ivory

Timeless Elegance: Art Deco Sofa from 1920s France, Recently Upholstered Ivory

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

With its stunning Art Deco heritage, fresh makeover, and subtle signs of use, this sofa is a rare find that has stood the test of time.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 COR, Klaus Uredat

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

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 Mario Bellini, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pair of Sofas in Black Leather and Flat Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1958
Pair of Sofas in Black Leather and Flat Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1958

Pair of Sofas in Black Leather and Flat Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1958

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Pair of Sofas in Black Leather and Flat Steel by Poul Kjærholm, 1958 Additional Information: Material: Black leather and flat steel Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Rare pair of sofa...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Beautiful Unique Mid century low sling leather safari 3 seat sofa by Bruksbo
Beautiful Unique Mid century low sling leather safari 3 seat sofa by Bruksbo

Beautiful Unique Mid century low sling leather safari 3 seat sofa by Bruksbo

By Bruksbo, Percival Lafer, Arne Norell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A very rare safari 3 seat sofa by Brukso / Stranda, Norway.

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Paris, FR

Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Moss Green High Wing Back Sofa or Settee
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Moss Green High Wing Back Sofa or Settee

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Moss Green High Wing Back Sofa or Settee

Located in New York, NY

The sofa is rare with its enveloping design created by its wingbacks that create an intimate, relaxed sensibility.

Category

Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Sofa with Fresh Black Naugahyde Upholstery
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Sofa with Fresh Black Naugahyde Upholstery

1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Sofa with Fresh Black Naugahyde Upholstery

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 is 29 inches long, 72 inches wide and 34 inches high.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Son 1960's
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Son 1960's

Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Son 1960's

By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt

Located in LYON, FR

It is a classic Danish sofa. A rare model featuring two backrests. Upholstery restoration: attractive thick gray loopback fabric.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Teak

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