Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
another false drawer to the reverse. Sofa tables were relatively commonly found throughout the 18th and
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Sofa Tables
Mahogany
Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
another false drawer to the reverse. Sofa tables were relatively commonly found throughout the 18th and
Mahogany
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 75 in D 38 in
Restored MCM Rattan 4-Strand Reverse Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored living room set features a 4-Strand, 3-seat Reverse Pretzel sofa and a
Fabric, Rattan
$5,200
H 28 in W 74 in D 36 in
Restored Mid-century 4-Strand Rattan 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Sofa w/ Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa features
Fabric, Rattan
$7,500
H 46 in W 85 in D 48 in
2000s Philippe Starck for Driade Aleph White Leather Royalton Three Seat Sofa
By Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
aluminum, and legs of solid beech in reverse. The sofa has a solid steel frame with a thick foam pad. It is
Aluminum, Steel
2000s Royalton Two-Seater Sofa by Philippe Starck for Driade in Fabric
By Philippe Starck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
aluminum, and legs of solid beech in reverse. The sofa has a solid steel frame with a thick foam pad. It is
Steel, Aluminum
$3,825
H 28 in W 39 in D 12 in
French Midcentury Brass and Reverse Painted Glass Console / Sofa Table, Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
solid brass with an inset smoked glass top partially reverse painted to form a wide rectangular band in
Brass
$11,295 / set
H 33 in W 77 in D 36 in
Restored Rare 5-Strand "Reverse Pretzel" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room
Located in Van Nuys, CA
chair and a matching three-seat sofa. Each seat features rounded five-strand "Reverse Pretzel" rattan
Rattan
$3,500
H 27 in W 50.5 in D 34 in
Restored Mid-century Rattan 3-Strand 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Sectional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
settee/loveseat features the well-known 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Armrest on each end with a decorative arch
Rattan
French Leather Moustache Back Club Sofa Bed
Located in Staffordshire, GB
with a pull out mechanism with springs - just a mattress topper is required. The reverse of the sofa
Leather
Restored Mid Century 5-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa and five-strand lounge chair set both feature a
Rattan
An excellent New York Federal inlaid sofa
By Michael Allison
Located in Sharon, MA
classical urn with tropical foliage. The rear four legs have gentle reverse curves. Inlaid Federal sofas of
Mahogany
Retro Reverse Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa retro reverse with solid wood structure, upholstered and covered with black velvet fabric
Metal
Retro Reverse Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa retro reverse with solid wood structure, upholstered and covered with black velvet fabric
Metal
Vintage Reverse Camelback Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning vintage reverse camelback Chesterfield sofa Retailed by Neiman Marcus, Chicago
Leather, Mahogany
Restored Three-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel arm rattan sofa features a decorative wave detail on both sides of
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Restored Mid Century Reverse Pretzel Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa and four strand lounge chair set both featuring a
Rattan
Restored 3-Strand 3-Seater 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Three-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel arm 3-seat rattan sofa features a decorative arch along
Rattan
3/4 3-Strand Reverse Round Pretzel Rattan Chair & Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel arm rattan lounge chair and 3-seat sofa feature a decorative wave
Rattan
Sold
H 33 in W 33 in D 38 in
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Modular Seating Reverse Leather Sofa for Atelier Int.
By Mario Bellini, Atelier International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
modular seating is called “Le Bambole” and maintains its original reversed leather in a beautiful brown
Leather
Restored Teal 3/4 Reverse Pretzel 4-Seater Rattan Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare teal Three-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel arm 4-seat rattan section sofa features a decorative
Rattan
Modernist Sculptural Sofa in the Westport Manner
Located in New York, NY
arms with a reverse arched back .This sofa also features a matching chair that is sold seperately.
Modern Le Corbusier forJack Cartwright LC3 Style Black and Chrome Sofa
By Jack Cartwright, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Houston, TX
after the LC3 "cushion baskets," this piece reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs by
Chrome
Reverse Painting and Collage on Glass Window
Located in Hopewell, NJ
in East Hampton, NY. Ergo, "East Hampton Couch" is a sofa portrait, painted reverse on a glass
Acrylic, Fabric
Sold
H 27 in W 36 in D 31 in
Modern Le Corbusier for Jack Cartwright LC3 Style Black and Chrome Armchair
By Jack Cartwright, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Houston, TX
after the LC3 "cushion baskets," this piece reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs by
Chrome
Sold
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in
Cassina LC2 Petit Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
The LC2 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs. External steel
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in
Cassina LC2 Petit Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand(Rare color)
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
The LC2 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs. External steel
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in
Cassina LC2 Petit Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand(Rare color)
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
The LC2 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs. External steel
Stainless Steel
Early Pair LC-2 armchair by Le Corbusier with Black Worn Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
baskets" which they designed as a modernist response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse
Chrome
Unique Modern Le Corbusier LC3 Grand Modele Black Armchair
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Houston, TX
response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse the standard structures of sofas and chairs by
Steel
On hold Pair of Black Leather LC-2 Chairs by Le Corbusier
Located in Atlanta, GA
, which they designed as a modernist response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse the
Chrome
Pair of LC-3 Armchairs in Green Mohair by Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier
Located in Atlanta, GA
baskets", which they designed as a modernist response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Cassina LC3 Grand Modele Armchair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
– International Style you can relax around and into. The LC3 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 24.4 in W 39 in D 28.7 in
Cassina LC3 Grand Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
– International Style you can relax around and into. The LC3 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 23 in W 38.5 in D 28.75 in
Modern 80th Anniversary Edition EdLe Corbusier LC3 Grand Modele Orange Leather
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Houston, TX
making them extremely comfortable. Editions are 209 of 500; 323 of 500. These pieces reverse the
Steel
Cassina LC3 Grand Modele Armchair (Down Fill)
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs. External steel frames cradle thick
Stainless Steel
Cassina LC3 Grand Modele Armchair (Down Fill)
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
– International Style you can relax around and into. The LC3 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of
Stainless Steel
Le Corbusier LC3 Grand Modele Armchair with Down Cushions, Anthracite
By Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
they designed as a modernist response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse the standard
Leather
Baker Furniture Contemporary Custom Upholstered Reverse Camel Back Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding contemporary custom upholstered reverse camel back sofa By Baker Furniture
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 33 in W 73 in D 36 in
3-Strand "Reverse Pretzel" 2-Seat Sectional Rattan Corner Sofa with Side Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored "Reverse Pretzel" arm rattan 2-seat sectional sofa with stacked loop base. Comes with two
Rattan
Vintage Le Corbusier LC2 Three-Seat Leather Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in San Francisco, CA
. These pieces reverse the standard structures of sofas and chairs by having frames that are externalized
Steel
Sold
H 32 in W 86 in D 37 in
Nicoletti Salotti Italian Leather Post Modern Sofa, circa 1980 *MOVING SALE*
Located in Los Angeles, CA
which are positioned along the reverse of the sofa, providing some elevation to the piece. This
Leather
Sold
H 26.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in
Cassina LC2 Petit Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Centreville, VA
The LC2 Collection (1928) reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs. External steel
Stainless Steel
Modern Black Leather LC3 Corbusier Grand Modele Lounge Chair
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Houston, TX
response to the traditional club chair. These pieces reverse the standard structure of sofas and chairs by
Metal
Sold
H 39 in W 28.7 in D 24.4 in
Le Corbusier LC3 Cassina Leather & Stainless Club Chairs, Italy c.2010
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Miami, FL
iconic modernist style. The LC3 Collection of 1928 reverses the standard structure of sofas and chairs
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 34 in W 89 in D 36 in
1940s English Midcentury Reverse Camelback Chesterfield Three Seat Tufted Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
English reverse camel back tufted brown leather three seat sofa with wonderful, rolled arms with
Leather
Space Sofa
Located in New York, NY
reverse side which gives the sofa its unique metallic sheen, while the fabric's wool blend feels soft to
Fabric, Acrylic
1950's Ranch Oak Sofa
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Oakland, CA
Hip and modern 3 seat sofa by A. Brandt Furniture, Fort Worth. This distinctive couch features
Oak
Gorgeous Cream and Navy Vintage Sofa, Restored
Located in Raleigh, NC
navy and cream with reverse cording. This sofa is stunning and impeccable.
Fabric, Wood
Parcel-Gilt Mahogany Regency Style Sofa in Striped Fabric
Located in Brooklyn, NY
supported by hairy paw feet with scrolls and foliate brackets. The reverse of the couch is backed by fabric
Mahogany, Giltwood
Miss Wirt Chair by Philippe Starck for Disform 1982
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in Munich, DE
A rare and collectible chair designed by Philippe Starck in 1982 for Disform. Black cotton canvas fabric is stretched over two vertical steel tubes and the tension creates the comfor...
Fabric
Philippe Starck "Neoz" Roller Table for Driade, Paris, 1949
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Marbella, ES
Philippe Starck "Neoz" chestnut and marble roller table for Driade, Paris, 1949. Very elegant thanks to it's simple polished lines and the high quality materials.
Marble
$27,500 / set
H 33 in W 78 in D 32 in
Restored MCM Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Table & Seating Livingroom Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored living room set features a classic Paul Frankl-inspired mid-century design and includes one sofa, one lounge chair, one coffee table, and two different side...
Fabric, Rattan
Small Georgian Mahogany Library Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality Early 19th Century, George III Period, Mahogany Library Table Of Unusually Small Proportions, Having Well Figured Rectangular Top With Elegant Tablet End Supports, Uni...
Mahogany
$5,500
H 45.7 in W 38.6 in D 39.4 in
2000s Philippe Starck Driade Aleph Royalton Lounge Chair & Ottoman White Leather
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Royalton chair and ottoman, originally designed by Philippe Starck in 1988. These particular pieces were produced by Driade in Italy in the 2000s. The chair features curved...
Steel, Aluminum
$5,800 / set
H 45.7 in W 38.6 in D 39.4 in
1988 Pair of Philippe Starck for Driade Royalton Arm Chairs
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Royalton Armchairs, designed by Philippe Starck, and produced by Driade shortly after the design's introduction in 1988. In the late 1980s, Starck was approached by...
Steel, Aluminum
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