Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Stunning 3 Piece Octagon Bernhardt Sofa Sectional Mid-Century Modern
By Bernhardt
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A stunning 3 piece octagon angled sofa produced by Bernhardt, circa '70s. It features 3 angular
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Bernhardt Sofa & Loveseat Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Fulton, CA
Matching sofa and loveseat by Bernhardt Furniture Company. Circa. 1970's. Designed in the manner of
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Wood
Vintage Post Modern Channel Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Bernhardt Furniture Serpentine Modular Channel
Four Piece Sectional Sofa
Gorgeous set in a vintage
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1980s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Post Modern L Shaped Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Post Modern L Shaped Sectional Sofa By Bernhardt
Beautiful, Post-Modern L-Shaped Sofa
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1980s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
1960s Bernhardt Boucle Professionally Upholstered Sofa
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Hartville, OH
. Flair Collection by Flair/Bernhardt.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Bouclé
Scrumptious 4 Piece Leather Non Stop Style Serpentine Sectional Sofa Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Scrumptious 4 piece black leather "Non-Stop" style serpentine sectional sofa. If you have the room
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 30 in W 222 in D 102 in
Post Modern Bernhardt 4 Piece Sectional, 1980
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Post Modern Bernhardt 4 Piece Sectional, 1980. Mauve/pink velvet original upholstery in great
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1980s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
Bernhardt 3 Piece Sectional Channel Tufted Pink Bouclé, 1970
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Bernhardt 3 Piece Sectional. 1970. Newly reupholstered and modified in pink boucle with channel
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Bouclé
6 Piece Modular Bernhardt Sectional W/End Tables, 1970
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
6 piece modular channel tufted Berhnardt sectional with end tables and smoked glass on top. Original upholstery in great condition.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery, Glass
Milo Baughman Style Red Velour Three-Piece Sectional Sofa Set by Aven Rich
By Milo Baughman, Flair, Bernhardt
Located in Chattanooga, TN
queen of cool. The loose cushions have maintained their density in both looks and support. This sofa
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
H 29 in W 12.75 in D 32 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Love Seats in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Flair
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of original vintage two seat sofas floating within chromed steel bands. In the style of Milo
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Chrome
1970s Karl Springer Style Chaise Lounge Sofa by Bernhardt Flair in Golden Silk
By Karl Springer, Bernhardt, Steve Chase
Located in St. Louis, MO
Sleek 1970s Hollywood Regency fully upholstered chaise lounge or sofa for Berhardt Flair in the
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
H 30.25 in W 64 in D 35.5 in
1970s Hexagonal Green Velvet Sofa Club Chair W/ Plinth Base-A Pair
By Bernhardt Design, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning pair 1970s hexagonal lounge chairs designed by "FLAIR" for Bernhardt in green velvet
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of vintage 1970's chrome framed cantilevered loveseat sofas in the style of Milo Baughman and
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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Vondel Side Table Handcrafted in Red Honed Travertine
By Kevin Frankental
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Designed as a midpoint between a sculpture and an accessory, the Vondel side table in honed red Travertine presents a sense of permanence – giving it a strong presence in a space. St...
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2010s South African Minimalist Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Wood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier.
All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Textile
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970, four elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. A special project made possible this limited edition of "...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Metal
Triple Tier Tall Ceramic Hex Side Table in Jade by BZIPPY
By Bari Ziperstein
Located in Sun Valley, CA
Triple Tier Tall Ceramic Hexagon Side Table & Stool in Jade. Made to order.
BZIPPY ceramic goods are one-of-a-kind stoneware / earthenware editions including furniture, planters a...
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2010s American Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Ceramic
2 Post-Modern Curved Sofa After Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
A amazing pair of baby blue post-modern curved cloud sofas. These sofa were made custom in the mid 1990s. Boasting a low profile and epic trim detailing are very similar to the Vladi...
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1990s North American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Modular Sectional Brandy Cognac Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa is manufactured in Germany.
It is a high quality manufactured seating group.
The producer is yet unknown.
It is a pure 70ties design w...
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1970s German Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
H 26.38 in W 112.21 in D 60.24 in
Spectacular 8 Piece Milo Baughman Style Cube Sectional Sofa Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular 8-piece Milo Baughman style cube sectional sofa. We love this super clean tan velvet sectional in remarkable original condition-shows only minor signs of age. During the ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Modular Sofa, Set of 5
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in London, GB
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.
This five-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be confi...
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1970s French Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Travertine
H 13.78 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Vladimir Kagan "Omnibus" Sectional Sofa, 1970
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan "Omnibus" Two Piece Sectional Sofa. Circa .1970. Original fabric is in great condition.
Measurements and a drawing is in pictures.
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1970s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 5 Sections for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 5-piece Cloverleaf Sofa. Seats at least 9 people in a very interesting and creative fashion.
Desi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Fabric
Ondamarmo Vulcano Onyx Matte Polished Side Table
Located in AVENZA CARRARA, IT
The Ondamarmo series by Federica Elmo includes 6 objects: The extra large dining table, two smaller size tables, three shelves, and a tray designed as an evolution of the shapes of t...
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2010s Italian Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Onyx
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Gamma' Sconces for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Gamma' sconce for Artemide. Executed in nickeled brass and pressed opaline glass, Italy.
Price is per item. 4 lamps available.
Born in Italy in 1931, Sergio Ma...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Nickel, Brass
Modern Curved Serpentine Sofa in Orange Velvet W Gold & Wood Details
Located in Porto, PT
Modern curved serpentine sofa in orange velvet w gold & wood details
Giulia sofa is a modern mid-century style sofa. This luxury sofa promises to be the absolute protagonist of a mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Brass
H 31.5 in W 125.99 in D 70.87 in
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Vintage Leopard Print Bernhardt Circular Sectional Sofa
By Bernhardt
Located in East Hampton, NY
space. It is super comfortable and in great vintage condition. This three section Bernhardt sofa
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1980s American Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Matching Pair of Hexagonal Mid-Century Modern Sofas by Bernhardt, Plinth Bases
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern set of vintage sofas made by Bernhardt in the 1970s. The feature hexagonal forms
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 30 in W 90 in L 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Semi-Circular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and impressive semi circular sofa produced by Bernhardt in the 1970s. It features 4 angular
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Contemporary Modern Bernhardt Flair Chrome Wrapped Sofa Baughman Era, 1980s
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful, chrome wrapped sofa on an angular chrome wrapped base
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1980s American Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Chrome
H 34.5 in W 88 in D 37 in
Vintage Bernhardt 3 pc Sectional Sofa Attributed to Milo Baughman-1989
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Southampton, NJ
This 3 piece sectional is part of the 1980’s Bernhardtn Flair Collection and is often attributed to Milo Baughman. It has been flawlessly kept by it’s original owner having beautiful...
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Cotton, Polyester, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Bernhardt Flair Orange Velour Pair of Sofas or Couches
By Thayer Coggin, Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Munroe Falls, OH
This is an incredibly wild and fun pair of all original white, orange and brown sofas on casters by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
H 23 in W 84 in D 33 in
Midcentury Rosewood Case Sofa by Bernhardt Flair Division, After Baughman
By Flair, Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
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Midcentury modern sculpted rosewood case sofa by Bernhardt Flair
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Fabric, Rosewood
Floating Mohair Sofa
By Bernhardt
Located in Westport, CT
Floating sofa, circa 1970s. Newly upholstered in natural mohair. Chrome frame in mint condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Chrome
Contemporary Bernhardt Taupe Green Sectional W Ottoman for Workbench Furniture
By Bernhardt
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Bernhardt taupe & green modular sectional with ottoman for Workbench Furniture. This cozy sofa
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Late 20th Century Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
H 26.5 in W 76 in D 36.5 in
Post Modern 5 Piece Bernhardt Sectional in Cream Jacquard Upholstery
By Bernhardt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large 5 piece post modern sectional by Bernhardt. Cream jacquard abstract print fabric. Art Deco
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1990s American Hollywood Regency Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Bernhardt “Flair Division” 6 Piece Modular Sectional
By Bernhardt Design
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing 6 piece modular sofa sectional by Bernhardt Design’s “Flair Division” collection. This set
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1970s North American Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Upholstery, Velvet
Hexagonal Sofa In "Dr. Pepper" Velvet from American Hustle
By Bernhardt
Located in Hanover, MA
Absolutely immaculate shimmering velvet covered sofa of hexagonal form by Bernhardt for the Flair
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Serpentine Curvaceous Sectional
By Bernhardt
Located in Hanover, MA
Gorgeous vintage 1980's assembly of serpentine curved sofas and quartered circle shaped ottomans
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
1980s Postmodern Curved Two Piece Sectional
By Adrian Pearsall, Bernhardt
Located in Houston, TX
. While unmarked, the design is very reminiscent of those by Bernhardt Flair Division and Adrian Pearsall
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1980s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
Modern Chrome & Cocoa Brown Gaberdine Fabric Sofa by Flair Inc. Style of Cy Mann
By Flair, Cy Mann
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Modern chrome sofa by Flair Inc. in the style of Cy Mann. Comprised of a flat
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Chrome
H 29 in W 81 in D 33 in
Vintage MCM Console Sofa Table by BERNHARDT
By Bernhardt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
.
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage MCM Console Sofa
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Flair Chrome Wrapped Sofa 4 Chairs 1980s Baughman Era
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stupendously sculptural, matching sofa and four chair set, on angular
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Chrome
Hexagonal Club Chairs in 'Dr. Pepper' Velvet from American Hustle
By Bernhardt
Located in Hanover, MA
Bernhardt, circa early 1980's. The velvet shimmers in the light. Each chair has a flat black 3 inch
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Milo Baughman Style Cantilever Sofas or Loveseats
By Milo Baughman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Bernhardt.
Each sofa is in incredible condition with beautiful and sexy curves.
Sparkling chrome and
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Velvet Hexagonal Light Lavender Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Pasadena, TX
Velvet hexagonal sofa by Bernhardt. This sofa is upholstered in light lavender/pink shimmering
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Velvet
Bookmatched Olive Ash Burl Figured Tuxedo Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in South Charleston, WV
An exceptional low profile sofa by Bernhardt of North Carolina featuring exotic Olive Ash Burl
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Ash
Mid-Century Modern Lawson Style White Sofa by Flair Division for Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Topeka, KS
sofa. It is simple yet stunning!
Bernhardt Furniture was established in 1889 by John Mathias
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern L-Shaped Modular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This handsome and clean lined sofa is from the 1970s and made by Bernhardt. It consists of four
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Hexagonal Green Velvet Sofa by Bernhardt Flair
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Luxurious hexagonal green velvet sofa in the manner of Milo Baughman by Bernhardt “Flair” with
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Mohair, Velvet
Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt "Flair", 1980s
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Hamburg, PA
A comfortable three-piece sectional sofa by Bernhardt "Flair" circa 1980. Would look great in any
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt, 3 Pcs
By Bernhardt, Saporiti
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Loungey three piece sectional sofa by Bernhardt. Cool L-shaped sides, flip over back
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Milo Baughman Style Curved Hexagon Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt Flair, 1970s
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern four-piece curved modular sofa from Bernhardt's Flair Collection. This
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Circular Sectional Sofa by Milo Baughman for Bernhardt
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large and impressive semi circular sofa designed by Milo Baugman and produced by Bernhardt in the
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Burl Wood and Walnut Case Sofa
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Burl wood and walnut case sofa. Original condition. Bernhardt/Flair.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Burl
Milo Baughman Style Velour Three-Piece Sofa Set by Bernhardt Flair Division
By Milo Baughman, Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Chattanooga, TN
1958 a major new product category for Bernhardt, upholstered furniture was introduced with the
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
H 28.5 in W 116.75 in D 98.25 in
Curved Six-Piece Milo Baughman Style Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt Flair MCM Mod
By Bernhardt, Flair, Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible six-piece curved, circular, hexagonal sectional sofa by Bernhardt Ind. for their Flair
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Fabric
H 27 in W 60 in D 45 in
Magnificent 6-Piece Milo Baughman Style Octagon Sofa Sectional Bernhardt
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
sofa with 2 rolling pie shaped ottomans from Bernhardt's Flair Collection. This sculptural sectional
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
1970's Hollywood Regency Velour Sofa
By Flair, Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This unlabelled 1970's sofa is dripping with designer vibes, construction and fabric but it's maker
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Modern Velvet Pillow Back Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
8 foot midcentury sofa by Flair Inc, a division of Bernhardt Furniture of the 1960s and 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Mel Abitz for Galloway Furniture angled Sectional Sofa
By Mel Abitz, Galloway
Located in Southampton, NJ
owner sofa came from a Tampa estate and was refinished in a high end light blue wool fabric (Bernhardt
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Wool, Walnut
9 Piece Modular Half-Circle Sofa, 1970
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
9 Piece Modular sofa, 1970. Original.
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1970s American Post-Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Style Six-Piece Circular Sectional by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Here's a conversation pit sofa you've been waiting for! Recently recovered in new Maharam creme
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Bernhardt Sofa
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Retro Bernhardt Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the retro bernhardt sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each retro bernhardt sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, upholstery and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer retro bernhardt sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right retro bernhardt sofa, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Bernhardt, Bernhardt Design and Flair Furniture each produced at least one beautiful retro bernhardt sofa that is worth considering.
How Much is a Retro Bernhardt Sofa?
The average selling price for a retro bernhardt sofa at 1stDibs is $5,600, while they’re typically $1,485 on the low end and $16,000 for the highest priced.
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