Mid-century Sleeper Sofa
Located in Stratford, CT
The upholstered base of this sofa lifts up slightly and then out to provide a twin-size sleep space; newly re-upholstered
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Walnut, Rattan, Upholstery
Mid-century Sleeper Sofa
Located in Stratford, CT
The upholstered base of this sofa lifts up slightly and then out to provide a twin-size sleep space; newly re-upholstered
Walnut, Rattan, Upholstery
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
New old stock three-strand 3/4, three-seat rattan "Kauai" sofa sleeper bed featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with loop center feet and fold-out queen mattress.
Rattan
Mid Century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage circa 1960 rattan 4 Strand round pretzel arm 3 seat sleeper sofa with pullout bed in the manner of Paul Frankl.
Rattan
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H 28 in W 80 in D 37 in
Restored rare Mid-century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare beautifully restored Mid-century four-strand round rattan, three-seat sofa sleeper bed featuring pretzel arms and fold-out queen bed.
Steel
Mid Century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage circa 1960 rattan 4 Strand round pretzel arm 3 seat sleeper sofa with pullout bed in the manner Of Paul Frankl.
Rattan
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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