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80s Postmodern Convertible Black Leather Designer Frigg De Sede 140 Sofa DeSede
By De Sede
Located in Basel, BS
, black patinated leather. This sofa is extremely versatile and it converts into various configurations
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1980s Swiss Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Vintage Leather Sofa by B&B Italia by Afra & Tobia Scarpa Designers
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
B&B Italia brown leather sofa Modell Coronado designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the late 1960s
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Super Rare Low Mid-Century Modern Designer Fully Restored Brown Leather Sofa
Located in GB
restored brown leather sofa What a sofa! This has to be the coolest sofa I have ever seen in my life, it
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Black leather sofa Terrazza Ubald
By Ubald Klug
Located in PARIS, FR
Modular sofa Terrazza 'DS-1025' in black padded leather by designer Ubald Klug (born in 1932) for
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Mid-20th Century Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Retro Black leather sofa Terrazza Ubald
Black leather sofa Terrazza Ubald
H 26.38 in W 58.27 in D 33.47 in
Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s
Located in Aachen, NW
. The sofa is upholstered in an amazing super smooth Mid Brown leather. The cushions are filled with
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1970s Italian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Stainless Steel

Scandinavian Sofa in Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa or settee, leather, wood, Scandinavia, 1950s A beautifully sculpted sofa in the style of
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Retro Scandinavian Sofa in Red Leather
Scandinavian Sofa in Red Leather
H 31.5 in W 49.22 in D 29.93 in
Vintage Manhattan Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, c. 1960
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Manhattan is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Upholstery, Faux Leather

1970s Modular Leather Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Germany Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1970s Materials: Leather
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Ward Bennett Tufted Leather Sofa
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
everyone who laid eyes on them Rare restored Ward Bennett sofa in a rich white leather, by GARRETT
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Retro Ward Bennett Tufted Leather Sofa
Ward Bennett Tufted Leather Sofa
H 30.5 in W 84.25 in D 29 in
Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in PARIS, FR
"La Bambole" sofa model by Italian designer Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This
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Mid-20th Century Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
H 28.35 in W 66.93 in D 37.41 in
Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in PARIS, FR
"La Bambole" sofa model by Italian designer Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This
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Mid-20th Century Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
Leather Sofa "Bambole" by Mario Bellini
H 28.35 in W 66.93 in D 37.41 in
1980s Wittmanns Leather Sofa Chair
By Wittmann
Located in Marbella, ES
Anthracite color original Wittmann designer sofa chair in a minimalistic and modern design. Very
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1980s Austrian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

1980s Wittmanns Leather Sofa Chair
1980s Wittmanns Leather Sofa Chair
H 27.56 in W 40.16 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Cube Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1970s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The cube sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s. The elegance, a feature
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch
By Ubald Klug
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of the Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch upholstered
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1970s Swedish Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Vintage Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch
Vintage Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch
H 25.6 in W 59.45 in D 33.08 in
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather and wood, Sweden, 1960s Three seater sofa by Arne Norell. This
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
H 29.53 in W 75.6 in D 33.67 in
Sofa Mp-61 in Rosewood by Brazilian Designer Percival Lafer, 1973
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. The MP-61 sofa and armchair, from 1973
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Rosewood, Leather, Fiberglass

Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell, sofa, brown leather, wood, Sweden, circa 1960s This sofa is refined, modern with a
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
Arne Norell Sofa in Brown Leather
H 29.53 in W 68.51 in D 35.44 in
Leather sofa by Charles and Ray Eames
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in PARIS, FR
3-seater sofa model ES108 by designers Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s. The base is
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Mid-20th Century Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Leather sofa by Charles and Ray Eames
Leather sofa by Charles and Ray Eames
H 33.08 in W 78.75 in D 25.6 in
Erik Jørgensen Sofa in Original Cognac Leather
By Erik Ole Jørgensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Ole Jørgensen for Erik Jorgensen Møbelfabrik, sofa, model EJ 315-3, wood and leather, Denmark
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB, sofa model 'Merkur', leather, mahogany, Sweden, 1960s This high
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Mahogany

Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 34.65 in
1980s Paolo Piva Sofa Italian Pink Leather
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buxton, GB
pink leather sofa. Crafted in Italy with a solid pattern and sleek modern back style, this vintage
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1980s Italian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

1980s Paolo Piva Sofa Italian Pink Leather
1980s Paolo Piva Sofa Italian Pink Leather
H 35.44 in W 94.49 in D 35.44 in
Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
By Arne Vodder, Ivan Schlechter
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, sofa, patinated leather, teak, Denmark, design 1953, manufactured
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Teak

Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
H 31.89 in W 49.22 in D 28.75 in
1960s Danish Leather Sofa by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in High Point, NC
A four-seat leather sofa created in 1960s Denmark by Hans Olsen. This elegant, yet inviting sofa
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

1960s Danish Leather Sofa by Hans Olsen
1960s Danish Leather Sofa by Hans Olsen
H 28.9 in W 87 in D 29.1 in
Illum Wikkelsø Cubic Sofa in Black Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, leather, stainless steel, Denmark, 1960s. Sofa in black leather by Danish
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Metal

Illum Wikkelsø Cubic Sofa in Black Leather
Illum Wikkelsø Cubic Sofa in Black Leather
H 28.75 in W 93.71 in D 33.86 in
Nicoletti Salotti Post-Modern Italian Leather Sofa
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in TARBES, FR
Magnificent post-modern Nicoletti Salotti sofa circa 1980 beige color, the leather is in very good
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

Brazilian Modernist Rosewood & Leather Sofa, circa 1970s
By Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Norwalk, CT
Generous proportions and luxurious finishes set this fabulous Brazilian Modernist sofa apart from
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

1960’s Arne Norell ‘’Saturn’’ Leather Sofa
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Madrid, ES
leather with Patina and signs of use according to time. Arne Norell was a Swedish designer founder of the
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Hardwood

Percival Lafer MP-13 Ivory Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the MP-13 Four-Seat Sofa by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer, a true masterpiece of
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Chrome

Percival Lafer MP-13 Ivory Leather Sofa
Percival Lafer MP-13 Ivory Leather Sofa
H 26.5 in W 89.25 in D 28.5 in
Italian Organic Shaped Sofa in Brown Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, beech, leather, Italy, 1970s. This postmodern Italian sofa will surely grab the viewer's
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Beech

Important Leather Sofa By Charles Ramos France 1958
By Charles Ramos
Located in Hudson, NY
Charles Ramos, rare, leather sofa on gilded aluminum legs. Minimal, elegant, graceful and yet
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Marzio Cecchi Brown Buffalo Leather Sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Marzio Cecchi; Brown; Buffalo; Leather; Sofa; Italy; 1970s; Italian Design; Postmodern; Architect
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Rare Cognac Colored Leather Sofa by Klaus Wettergren
By Klaus Wettergren
Located in Kastrup, DK
This rare prototype sofa by Klaus Wettergren is upholstered with a cognac colored leather. A rare
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Late 20th Century European Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather

3-Seater Leather Sofa by Steiner France 1973
By Steiner, Pierre Paulin, Pierre Cardin
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Three seater sectional sofa by renowned french manufacturer Steiner. Model "Aglae" designed in 1973
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1970s French Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Steel

3-Seater Leather Sofa by Steiner France 1973
3-Seater Leather Sofa by Steiner France 1973
H 29.14 in W 96.46 in D 39.38 in
Vignelli Saratoga Large Black Sofa with Black Leather
By Poltronova, Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
leather, Italy, 1964 This three-seat sofa named 'Saratoga' is designed by Italian designer couple Lella
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Polyester

Bauhaus Style Two-Seater Leather Sofa, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
the same designer/manufacturer. For more information please check my other listings. The sofa is in a
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1970s Swiss Bauhaus Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Chrome

Johannes Spalt 'Constanza' Sofa Daybed in Cognac Leather
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, sofa or daybed 'Constanze', leather, steel, Austria, 1960s This
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Steel

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Sofa in Beige Leather
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, sofa, lacquered wood, steel, patinated leather, Italy, 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Steel

1970s Leather and Zebra Hide Scupltural Sofa Settee
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Made of Zebra hide, saddle leather and wood. The beautiful sofa is
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Zebra Hide, Wood

Johannes Spalt for Wittmann Sofa in Black Leather
By Johannes Spalt, Wittmann
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, sofa or settee, leather, chromed steel, Austria, 1960s This subtle
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Antonio Citterio for Moroso 'Cricket' Sofas in Blue Leather
By Moroso, Antonio Citterio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Antonio Citterio for Moroso, sofas model 'Cricket', leather, Italy, 1988 Interestingly shaped blue
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Cini Boeri for Knoll 'Brigadiere' Sofa in Black Leather
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, sofa, model 'Brigadiere', leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1976
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Wood

Rosenthal Hombre 2 seater leather sofa by Burkhard Vogtherr
By Rosenthal, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa, in an exceptional blue/gray leather tone, with a taupe-colored, gray-fading
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Saporiti Italia 2 seater leather sofa by Giovanni Offredi
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa comes in very good condition. The black leather is soft and supple and shows
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Eugenio Gerli Leather Sofa for Tecno, circa 1960
By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning cream white two-seat sofa designed by Eugenio Gerli, manufactured by Tecno in Italy, circa
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Wood, Leather

Eugenio Gerli Leather Sofa for Tecno, circa 1960
Eugenio Gerli Leather Sofa for Tecno, circa 1960
H 29.53 in W 61.42 in D 35.44 in
Lemax Italian Sofa in Red Fiberglass and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lemax, sofa, leather, fiberglass, Italy, late 1960s / 1970s This sofa from Italy is exemplary for
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Fiberglass

Rare Modular Leather Sofa Set by Illum Wikkelsø
By Ryesberg Møbler, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Illum Wikkelsø Manufacturer: Ryesberg Møbler Era: 1970 Materials
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Angelo Mangiarotti & Chiara Pampo 'Légère' Sofa in Black Leather
By Rosenthal, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Mangiarotti e Chiara Pampo for Rosenthal, 'Légère' sofa, lacquered ash, patinated leather
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather, Ash

ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
By Pastoe
Located in Dronten, NL
Architectural sofa designed by renown Japanese architect Shigeru Uchida. This spectacular
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1990s Dutch Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Aluminum

ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
H 29.53 in W 67.33 in D 29.53 in
Cini Boeri for Knoll Sofa ‘Gradual’ in Black Leather
By Knoll, Cini Boeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, sofa, 'Gradual', black leather, fiberglass, Italy, 1971. This stunning black
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Fiberglass

Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 'Bull' Sofa in Black Leather
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
and design. This sofa is bulky and fully made in a high quality thick black leather. The legs of this
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Metal

Tito Agnoli for Cinova Daybed Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Cinova, sofa or daybed model 711, leather, laminated wood, brass, Italy, 1968
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Brass

De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The DS-47 sofa takes us back to the beginning of De Sede, where 'they say' a skin was thrown over a
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Elegant Minimalist Black Leather Sofa by Natuzzi Design Center
By Natuzzi
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This stunning sofa was manufactured in Italy by Natuzzi, a small workshop founded in 1959 in Puglia
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1990s Italian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Antonio Citterio Leather Corner Sofa for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
This wonderful leather sofa was designed by Antonio Citterio for the fine manufacturer B&B Italia
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Metal

Antonio Citterio Leather Corner Sofa for B&B Italia
Antonio Citterio Leather Corner Sofa for B&B Italia
H 33.86 in W 114.57 in D 105.32 in
Sofa 'Illona' in Yellow Leather by Arne Norell, 1968
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa 'Illona' for two in mustard colored buffalo leather with a structure made of birch wood
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1960s Norwegian Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Birch, Leather

Early Pierre Chapo 'S22' Sofa in Elm and Leather
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'S22' sofa, elm, leather, France, design 1967 This design is an early edition
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

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Leather, Elm

Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
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1980s Swiss Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather

Le Corbusier LC2 Sofa in Black Leather & Chrome, Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 two-seater sofa in chrome tube steel and black leather. Made in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Cini Boeri for Knoll Three Seater Sofa in Black Leather
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, three seater sofa, model 'Brigadier', leather, lacquered wood, Italy
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Leather, Wood

Leather Swan Sofas by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
professionally reupholstered in leather with a very nice patina. It was an immediate star when it was unveiled at
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Designer Leather Sofa

Materials

Aluminum

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Retro Designer Leather Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the retro designer leather sofa you’re looking for. Each retro designer leather sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro designer leather sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A retro designer leather sofa, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made retro designer leather sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cassina, Kai Kristiansen and Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro Designer Leather Sofa?

Prices for a retro designer leather sofa start at $319 and top out at $59,500 with the average selling for $6,935.

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