Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa
By Galvano
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Simple Mid Century Danish Sofa with an executive sort of feel.
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa
By Galvano
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Simple Mid Century Danish Sofa with an executive sort of feel.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Upholstered Sofa
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
A striking Mid-Century Danish Modern rosewood upholstered sofa, circa 1960s, featuring beautifully sculpted arms, tapered legs, and rich rosewood framing with exceptional natural gra...
Upholstery, Wood, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exceptional mid-century sofa, crafted in Brazil during the 1960s, captures the warmth and character that define Brazilian modern design.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood and Cognac Leather Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Crafted in Brazil during the 1960s, this remarkable mid-century modern Brazilian rosewood sofa captures everything that makes Brazilian modernist furniture so highly sought after.
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Case Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Danish Rosewood Case Sofa This sofa measures: 81.5 wide x 32.5 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 26 inches All piece...
Chrome
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sofa by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Danish modern sofa and By Westnofa out of Norway The frame is made of solid rosewood and has a beautiful woodgrain. Professionally refinished and reupholstered in tweed. Overall 75...
Rosewood
Jean Gillon Mid-Century Sofa, Rosewood & Leather, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa designed by Jean Gillon. Produced by Wood Art in Brazil.
Brass
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
Fantastic Milo Baughman style Rosewood Case Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Milo Baughman style rosewood case sofa. We just love the original textured gold velvet in usable condition-some minor wear to double sided seat cushions. This wonderful v...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Three-Seat Sofa, Rosewood & Black Leather, 1960s
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern 3-seater sofa in rosewood and leather circa 1960's, Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Capella Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø: Mid-Century Rosewood & Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in PARIS, FR
The Capella sofa designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø is distinguished by its solid rosewood structure, high quality manufacturing and assembly, by its perfect proportions and ...
Leather, Palisander
Mid-Century MP-211 Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century leather and rosewood model no. MP-211 by Percival Lafer.
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam, Rosewood
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP62 Mid Century Rosewood 4 Seater Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP62 Mid Century Rosewood 4 Seater Sofa This sofa measures: 98 wide x 31 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 26.5 inches Fai...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa Brass Base Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman rosewood case sofa by Thayer Coggin. This sofa has been reupholstered in the past and still looks good-some fading to the back pillows. To look its best we ...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Two Seats Sofa in Rosewood Model Modus
By Kristian Solmer Vedel, Søren Willadsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish two seats sofa in rosewood model Modus by Kristian Vedel.
Leather, Rosewood
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Handsome Milo Baughman style Rosewood Case Sofa Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman style Rosewood case sofa. The rosewood is amazing with a deep dark colour and tons of fabulous graining. There were some minor chips that have been repaired...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Fantastic Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Case Sofa with Chrome Base Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Milo Baughman Rosewood style case sofa with chrome base. This sofa is spectacular, to say the least! Just look at the amazing deep rich rosewood color and graining. It reta...
Chrome
Unique Italian Mid-Century Sofa Table Rosewood - Marble - Brass, 1950s
Located in Salzburg, AT
A unique and graceful light-footed sofa table from the curvy 1950s. The base has two legs on one side and one leg on the other; the legs taper slightly. All edges are rounded, organ...
Marble, Brass
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Wonderful Percival Lafer Rosewood 3 Seater Cognac leather "S-1" Sofa Mid-Century
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather 3-seater S-1 sofa. The S-1 design features Brazilian exoticness paired with Scandinavian sensibility. Of Lafer's designs, the S-1 is a...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern 4-Seat Rosewood & Leather Sofa Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler
By Knut Sæter, Vatne Møbler
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous leather with rosewood sofa by Knut Saeter for Vatne Møbler. Four seat sofa, very roomy and comfortable. Condition of sofa is great however cushions have significant wear. Ro...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Rosewood Sofa, Liceu De Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1950s, Mid-Century
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Liceu de Artes e Oficios Vintage Sofa Rosewood, Fabric Brazil, 1950s
Upholstery, Hardwood
Móveis Bertomeu Sofa, Rosewood, Brazil, 1960s
By Bertomeu & Cia
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Móveis Bertomeu Rosewood Sofa Brazil, 1960s Matching Pair of Armchairs & Ottoman Available Offered by RAFA gallery
Upholstery, Rosewood
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Chinoiserie Ming Style Rosewood Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage chinoiserie ming style rosewood sofa. Measures: 73.5" Beautifully carved sofa with Ming legs and rich silk upholstery.
Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa Black Leather, 1960
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chicago, IL
Brazilian rosewood sofa black leather, 1960. Style of Percival Lafer. Completely restored and upholstered in black leather. This piece is composed of solid rosewood structure, with...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa by Techmo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage Italian sofa with winged armrests and a steel base. A two-tone design with a metal and rosewood frame. This sleek and comfortable sofa makes the perfect addition to...
Steel
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Norwegian Rosewood Sofa by Hans Olsen for Vatne
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the refined simple luxury of mid-century Norwegian Modern furniture with this exceptionally exquisite sofa designed by Hans Olsen of Denmark for Norway's Vatne Møbler brand.
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood
William IV Rosewood framed sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very high quality mid 19th century William IV rosewood sofa. The design is fabulous as it is not to overly ornate and has an attractive square back.
Beech
Rosewood Hans Olsen Sofa for Vatne Mobler
By Vatne Møbler, Hans Olsen
Located in Denton, TX
Brazilian rosewood Hans Olsen 4 seater sofa for Vatne Mobler. The cushions are reversible one side has a pattern the other is plain. Please see pictures.
Fabric, Rosewood
Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Refined and inviting, this sofa embodies Joaquim Tenreiro’s commitment to lightness and modern proportion. Its curved profile and tapered jacarandá legs lend the piece a quiet sophis...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Brazilian Rosewood & Leather Sofa, Circa 1960s
By Percival Lafer
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Brazilian sofa by Percival Lafer, featuring a beautifully crafted Brazilian rosewood frame and original cognac-colored leather upholstery.
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Skipper Mobler Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Skipper Mobler Rosewood Box sofa with high quality Buffalo leather. Unique cushion designs creates a wonderful design and excellent comfort. Settee also available. Denmark, 1970’s D...
Leather, Rosewood
$70,200Sale Price / item|25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Made for a private commission, it is a unique piece from the 1960s featuring a rosewood base and comfortable L-shaped cushions. Newly upholstered with refined cotton velvet by Loro P...
Cotton, Upholstery, Rosewood
Antique Rosewood Regency Sofa Table with Satinwood Trim
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique rosewood Regency sofa table with satinwood trim, circa 1830-1840. This handsome table would make a wonderful addition any home. Rosewood is a magnificent wood.
Rosewood, Satinwood
Brasiliana sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Brasiliana” sofa embodies Jorge Zalszupin’s synthesis of architectural precision and sensual Brazilian materiality. Designed during the golden era of his studio L’Atelier, the p...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Presidencial Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Presidencial” sofa reflects Zalszupin’s mastery in merging refined Brazilian materials with a distinctly international modernist sensibility. Its sculptural shell, crafted from ...
Metal
Modular Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Modular” sofa represents Zalszupin’s most architectural approach to seating — a system conceived for flexibility, comfort, and elegant functionality. Constructed on a linear jac...
Marble, Metal
Don Shoemaker Leather Rosewood Sofa
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in New York, NY
Don Shoemaker leather and rosewood sofa.
Leather, Wood, Cocobolo
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Dutch Rosewood and Fruitwood Marquetry Sofa
Located in CABA, AR
In the opulent realm of 18th-century Dutch furniture, the rosewood sofa with intricate marquetry in fruitwood stands as an epitome of elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted during the ...
Silk, Fruitwood, Rosewood
Knut Saeter Rosewood Upholstered Sofa for Hans Olsen Norway
By Hans Olsen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sophisticated dark Brazilian rosewood framed loose cushion sofa upholstered in black contract fabric with black leather sides and back. The winged semi rounded arms and contrasting...
Leather, Upholstery, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelso Capella Three Seat Sofa in Rosewood + Black Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The Capella three-seat sofa, designed by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen, Denmark, 1950s-60s. A sculptural rosewood frame paired with black leather upholstery, the matching three-seat...
Leather, Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood "Amazonas" Sofa by Jean Gillon for Italma
By Italma, Jean Gillon
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning vintage "Amazonas" sofa designed by Jean Gillon for Italma. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood frame with knotted rope supports with upholstered cushion seat. Matching chair avai...
Fabric, Cord, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Leather Sofas by Georg Thams, Danish Design
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the sofas has a different cushion from the other 8, though it appears to be a close match. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Chinese Rosewood With Mother of Pearl Inlay Sofa
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage Chinese rosewood sofa with mother of pearl inlay and carved detail. A luxurious chinoiserie statement with timeless craftsmanship. Some wear to the finish and some wear t...
Wood
Paraty Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern Brazilian, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A refined expression of Rodrigues’ mastery of proportion and comfort, the Paraty sofa combines architectural clarity with inviting warmth. The gently curved backrest and subtly flare...
Upholstery, Rosewood
$2,152Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Percival Lafer Large Sofa Frame Jacaranda Rosewood Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Percival Lafer Large Jacaranda Rosewood Sofa Frame made in Brazil Unmarked. Attribution Percival Lafer 25.5 tall x 73 wide front 71.5 back, 37 d, Seat without cushion, 10 tall....
Rosewood
Pair Modern Rosewood Paul Cardovius Sofas for France & Son
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Mid-Century Modern sofas by Paul Cardovius for France & Son. Basket weave design. This item includes restricted materials and cannot be sold outside of the contiguous U S. Ve...
Rosewood
Milo Baughman Rosewood / Chrome Curved Sofa Table for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An exceptionally stunning Brazilian rosewood curved sofa table with squared tubed chrome base. The slightly curved contours of the table work perfectly with a rounded back sofa, in a...
Chrome
Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat Sofa by Torjorn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Scandinavian Mid Century Modern leather and rosewood sofa, in very clean, original, ready to use condition.
Leather, Rosewood
Craft Associates Chrome, Vinyl and Rosewood Sofa, 1960s, USA
By Craft Associates
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Craft Associates chrome, vinyl and rosewood sofa. Sofa was produced in the USA in the mid-1960s. Needs to be recovered.
Chrome
Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Mole sofa is Sergio Rodrigues' signature piece designed between 1956 and 1957, giving rise to the famous and award-winning Mole armchair. In Portuguese, "Mole" means "Soft...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Cognac Leather Two-Seat Sofa by Sigurd Ressell, 1970s
Located in Nottingham, GB
A superb vintage Danish two-seat sofa designed by Sigurd Ressell, dating from the 1970s and displaying the exceptional craftsmanship, comfort and understated elegance associated with...
Leather, Rosewood, Beech
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...
Rosewood, Fabric
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
Unusual Scandinavian Teak Bentwood Designer Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Niels Eilersen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Scandinavian Bentwood sofa. We just love the bentwood arms and the way the sofa is upholstered with giant square buttons. This piece will need to be reupholstered as the orig...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Celina Decorações, Midcentury Brazilian Design, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian company Celina Decorações manufactured this sofa in the 1960s. The piece is composed of a solid Rosewood structure, with cushions upholstered with leather. This three-sea...
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues "Millor" Sofa in Rosewood, Leather & Textured Fabric, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated expression of Brazilian Modernism, the Millor sofa by Sergio Rodrigues embodies the designer’s enduring belief that comfort, craftsmanship, and material richness shou...
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
His designs are celebrated for their sculptural presence combined with comfort, making this sofa a significant and rare example of mid-century Danish design.
Leather, Rosewood
Pullman Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin in Olive Mohair Velvet and Rosewood
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
A refined expression of late Brazilian modernism, the “Pullman” sofa by Jorge Zalszupin captures the designer’s signature balance between architectural clarity, material sophisticati...
Mohair, Rosewood
1960s Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Frame Sofa #2165
By Milo Baughman
Located in Monrovia, CA
1960s Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin rosewood frame sofa. Milo Baughman rosewood sofa #2165 for Thayer Coggin made in the USA 1968. Listing this rare 3 sided rosewood sofa...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas in the Style of Georg Thams, 1960s
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the sofas has a different cushion from the other 8, though it appears to be a close match. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Forma Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, 1956
By Rare Form
Located in New York, NY
A sofa designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, the company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) and Martin Eisler (1913-1977). The piece is an important item of Brazilian design an...
Fabric, Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The piece has been recently refinished and newly upholstered in natural leather. L...
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century side table, circa 1960's. Compact, highly functional table with slender tapering legs.
Hardwood
Danish Mid Century Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern design Danish midcentury Brazilian rosewood table, the rosewood to this table has a stunning design, circa 1960. Size: 48.5 cm H, 151 cm W, 60 cm D.
Rosewood
Long Danish Mid Century Modern Sofa Table in Rosewood
Located in Zurich, CH
This Danish Mid-Century Modern sofa table is designed in Denmark. It has smooth angles and is more lightweight than similar tables in this category. It comes in excellent vintage co...
Rosewood
Rosewood Sofa
Located in Dorking, Surrey
An early Victorian rosewood sofa completely reupholstered in Nobilis fabric.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 75.99 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Jean Gillon Rosewood Suede, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Munster, DE
Rare Brazilian rosewood sofa by Jean Gillon from the 1960s. The sofa has been refinished but has original suede cushions. The buyer receives the CITES permit with the purchase (see p...
Suede, Rosewood
Midcentury Rosewood Sofa
By Celina Moveis
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Wonderful sofa by Celina Zilberberg in Brazilian rosewood.
Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa
By Celina Moveis
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Amazing sofa in rosewood and loose cushions.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 30 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sofa Console Table or Desk Return by Design Research
By Design Research
Located in Belmont, MA
Mid-Century Modern rosewood sofa console table or desk return by Design Research.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 25.6 in
Mid-Century Danish Sofa Table Brazilian Rosewood by Grete Jalk for Glostrup 1960
By Grete Jalk, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Basel, CH
This elegant sofa lounge table was designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup and is made in Denmark. The Brazilian rosewood features a remarkable wood grain and lacquered finish. Very soli...
Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood and Cane Sofa
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Sofa in Brazilian rosewood and cane.
Rosewood
Elegant Danish Modern Sofa with Rosewood Frame
Located in Portland, OR
Danish modern three place sofa. Exceptional detailing, impeccable tailoring. Rich rosewood frame. New foam, newly upholstered in highest quality period fabric. Superior comfort. ...
Rosewood
Solid Rosewood Frame and Leather Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
A long, low profile, clean lined Brazilian Rosewood and leather sofa. This is a solid rosewood constructed frame with four loose leather seat and back cushions and leather upholstere...
Rosewood, Leather, Down
1970s Leather and Rosewood Sofa from Brazil
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brazilian 1970s 3-seat sofa with bent rosewood curved side frame, loose cushions and low profile. Newly upholstered in a soft grey toned leather. Rosewood has been refinished.
Leather, Rosewood
Ole Wanscher Rosewood Sofa and Chair Set
By Ole Wanscher
Located in New York, NY
Ole Wanscher Danish modern rosewood sofa and chair set in all original condition with original loose wool cushions. Solid rosewood construction throughout, crafted in Denmark, circa ...
Leather, Wool, Rosewood
19th Century Joseph Meeks and Sons Rosewood Sofa
By Joseph Meeks
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A carved rosewood sofa made by Joseph Meeks and Sons circa 1860. Dimensions: 50.5" H x 66" W x 36" D.
Fabric, Rosewood
Very nice and rare Danish rosewood sofa. 1960s
Located in Braga, Braga
Mid Century Danish Modern rosewood 2 seater sofa Probably by Hans Olsen Totally restored.
Fabric, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 35.44 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Sofa in Oxblood Leather, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Vintage Danish Rosewood sofa with Oxblood leather c.1960's
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 79.93 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Rosewood Sofa by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler
By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare sofa in rosewood and leather with Pirelli rubber seat supports, and chrome fixings, original leather cushions in good condition with a nice patina, designed by Si...
Leather, Rosewood
Rosewood Sofa Table by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen
By Verner Panton
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Unusual rosewood sofa table designed by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen in Denmark.
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 29 in W 83 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Suede Sofa by Brazilian Architect/Designer Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Southhampton, NY
The frame crafted of heavy Brazilian rosewood solids, the sofa's pre-formed seat, back and arm cushions upholstered and hand-tufted in the original brown patchwork suede leather, Bra...
Suede, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 25.5 in W 72 in D 25.5 in
Percival Lafer MP-41 Sofa – 1970s Brazilian Rosewood & Leather 3-Seater
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
The rich, warm tones of the rosewood frame are beautifully complemented by the supple patina of the leather, reflecting the finest in mid-century Brazilian craftsmanship.
Leather, Hardwood, Rosewood
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa in Leather and Linen, Circa 60'
Located in Houston, TX
Studding well built rosewood frame, nicely restored, the new cushions handcrafted reupholstered matches its frame sophistication and elegance, great addition to your living room.
Leather, Linen, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 76.78 in D 29.53 in
Original Danish 1960s Rosewood Sofa Designed by Hans J. Wegner
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
This original 1960s Danish sofa was designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son, it's model number is CH 163 and is the more unusual low arm version which is very comfortable. T...
Rosewood
Rosewood Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for N. Eilersen
By Niels Eilersen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Low-slung rosewood sofa with statement-orange upholstery. Comfortable yet low profile cushions make for clean lines, enhancing the rosewood frame.
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 32.29 in
Brazilian Modern, Percival Lafer Couch, Four Seats, Rosewood and Metal Structure
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian modern four seats sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, 1950s-1960s, rosewood and metal details, recently upholstered in blue velvet.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30 in W 84 in D 34 in
Midcentury American Rosewood Case Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury American rosewood case sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Model # 2165.
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 84.26 in D 27.56 in
Norwegian Fredrik Kayser Blue Velvet Rosewood Four-Seat Sofa Midcentury, 1960s
By VM Mobler
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Norwegian teal blue velvet Model 965 four seater sofa designed by Fredrik Kayser for Vatne Mobler, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area. The sofa...
Velvet, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 28.5 in W 36.5 in D 27.5 in
English Mid-19th Century Sofa Table Stamped by London Maker Edwards and Roberts
By Edwards and Roberts
Located in Wells, ME
English mid 19th century rosewood sofa table with brass overlay accents to turnings and drawer frieze, original brass shell shaped handles.
Brass
California Modern Rosewood Case Sofa by Loft Thirteen
By Loft Thirteen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely gorgeous rosewood Tuxedo or wood case sofa floating on polished brass frame by Loft Thirteen Gallery, also available in dark walnut burl wood. Any custom sizes please cont...
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 75.6 in D 120.48 in
George Nelson, Herman Miller Modular Sofa System Rosewood Table & Drawer Chest
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Hamburg, DE
NO SHIPPING TO US, JUST SHIPPING WITHIN EUROPEAN UNION BECAUSE OF THE RIO ROSEWOOD ! A Mid-Century Modern vintage high-end modular seating system, designed by Georg Nelson 1955 in U...
Steel
Unavailable
H 30 in W 69.5 in D 28 in
Børge Jensen Designed Rosewood Slat Back Sofa with Upholstered Cushions
By Borge Jensen, Bernstorffsminde Møbelfabrik A/S
Located in BOSTON, MA
A Børge Jensen designed Mid Century Modern rosewood sofa by Bernstorffsminde Mobelfabrik featuring an architectural exposed slat back rosewood frame with shaped arms supporting three...
Velvet, Rosewood
Stunning Milo Baughman Floating Rosewood and Brass Tuxedo Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman floating tuxedo sofa on brass frame with stunning rosewood.
Rosewood Tuxedo Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drop Dead Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood Tuxedo Sofa or Wood Case Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Circa 1960's Sofa is in Near Mint Condition 86"w x 34"d x 24"h
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 70.48 in D 29.53 in
Rosewood Sven Ivar Dysthe Reupholstered 3-Seat Sofa & a Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Paris, France
Very elegant and chic, reupholstered 3-seater sofa and a lounge chair, 1950s, composed of solid rosewood in a wool blue navy stripe, attributed to Sven Ivar Dysthe. Sven Ivar Dysthe ...
Wool, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30 in W 84 in D 33 in
Rosewood and Chrome Case Sofa with Oval Base Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing modernist case sofa attributed to Milo Baughman with rosewood and chrome side panels. Professionally rebuilt and upholstered frame in silver velvet with new cushions and webb...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 71.66 in D 30.71 in
Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Rosewood Sofa and Chair
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in London, GB
Freestanding three-seat sofa and matching easy chair of rosewood. Loose cushions in seat and back upholstered with two different shades of green wool. Designed 1961 by firm of archit...
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkebor
By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen
Located in Basel, CH
A rare coffee table designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen during the 1960s, manufactured by CFC Silkeborg in Denmark. It is made from Brazilian rosewood with veneered top...
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 93.31 in
Hans Wegner 1960s GE 236 Model Sofa in rosewood and Grey Kwadrat Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Milan, IT
A Hans Wegner classic sofa GE 236 model in rosewood and grey Kwadrat fabric. Produced by Getama. Newly upholstered. Excellent condition
Harvey Probber Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Baltimore, MD
Harvey Probber sofa upholstered in Romo Orion Storm Cloud velvet. Satin chrome legs tipped with rosewood. Crisp lines and very comfortable with generous depth. Pristine condition. Ne...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
MP-97 Percival Lafer Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Dallas, TX
A timeless piece, this MP-97 Percival Lafer sofa has been restored in a beautiful Premium Semi-Aniline European Leather that will age beautifully and compliments the rosewood frame. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Leather Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rosewood and black leather sofa by Percival Lafer, Brazil. Black leather is in very, very good condition. No rips, tears, holes, or unusual wear. A rare find that is ready AS IS to m...
Leather, Rosewood
Milo Baughman Sling Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Nashville, TN
Milo Baughman for Founders sling sofa.
Rosewood
Sofa Table Designed by Severin Hansen
By Severin Hansen
Located in Zaventem, Belgium
Dark rosewood sofa table designed by Severin Hansen. Ceramic inset tiles made by Royal Copenhagen, Denmark.
Rosewood
Gorgeous French Modernist Parsons Style Sofa Table
By Parsons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Modernist Parsons style sofa table. Measures: 48 W x16 D x 26 H.
Glass, Rosewood
Harvey Probber Attributed Rolling Bench, Sofa Table
Located in Bronx, NY
Parsons design rolling bench sofa or cocktail table attributed to Harvey Probber.
Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Sofa Parati, Circa 1963
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Solid jacarandá square frame, plywood sides and back. Upholstery is not new. Overall condition is really good. Very elegant, modern, minimalist and comfortable. Literatu...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Finn Juhl 'Jupiter' Sofa for France & Son, Denmark 1965
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A collectible mid-century statement, the "Jupiter" sofa offers both artistic presence and functionality.
Leather, Rosewood
Kho Liang Ie Sofa with Black Leather, Artifort, 1959
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in Brussels, BE
One very rare sofa made of steel, painted steel and slats of moulded rosewood. The original cushions are made of black leather. There is a matching armchair available. Model 416. ...
Steel
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 33.47 in D 92.13 in
Sven Ivar Dysthe Four-Seat Sofa with Original Black Leather Upholstery
By Sven Ivar Dysthe, Dokka Mobler
Located in Sint Oedenrode, NL
Sven Ivar Dysthe four-seat is produced by Dokka Møbler in Oslo. The sofa is designed in Norway in the 1960s. The frame is made from rosewood and is upholstered in black leather. The ...
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 27.17 in W 59.45 in D 31.5 in
Two-Seat Sofa 'Bastiano' by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Cologne, DE
Two-seat sofa, designed in 1962 by Afra and Tobia Scrapa. The sofa is of an extremely high quality and very comfortable. Knoll International still produces the series - the offered o...
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 29.14 in W 72.05 in D 30.71 in
3 Seat Leather Sofa, Mod 965 by Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway, 1960
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Basel, BS
3 Seat Sofa, Model 965. Design Fredrik A. Kayser for Vatne Møbler, Norway circa 1960. The sofa is upholstered in original dark brown leather, and built on a wooden frame, and with r...
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 20.87 in W 66.15 in D 24.81 in
German Rosewood Modern Adjustable Table from E.M.Ü, 1960s
By E.M.Ü.
Located in Warsaw, PL
This rosewood folding side or dining table was manufactured by E.M.Ü in Germany during the 1960s. It has a two sliding tops and under them is a hidden shelf. Under the shelf there is...
Palisander, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 63.78 in D 23.23 in
Mid-Century Danish Extra Long Palisander Coffee Table by Grete Jalk for Glostrup
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, CH
Extra long coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup in the 1960s, made in Denmark. The palisander wood features a strong wood grain with a varnished finish. Comes in a very g...
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 45 in W 86 in D 37 in
Five-Piece Original Silk Damask and Rosewood Belter Style Complete Parlor Set
By John Henry Belter
Located in Birmingham, AL
This amazing five-piece parlor set is comprised of a sofa, settee and three chairs on casters covered in it's original silk damask fabric and eight original pillows in two different ...
Silk, Damask, Rosewood
Round Rosewood and Glass Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelso, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, GB
Designed by Illum Wikkelso and made by Silkeborg, thi round rosewood side table was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The rosewood base carries a smoked-grey colour glass top. The ta...
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 57.09 in D 20.87 in
Large Danish Rosewood Coffee Table by E. W. Bach for Toften Møbelfabrik
By E.W. Bach, Mobelfabrikken Toften
Located in Basel, CH
A stunning piece of Danish Mid-Century design: this coffee or lounge table is made from solid rosewood (with veneered rosewood tabletop) and features triangular legs and a rich wood ...
Milo Baughman Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Bench, Sofa Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Bench Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, circa 1970s Rosewood and chromed steel base Measure: 20" H x 75 ½" W x 22" D x seat 20" H Bench also serves as a...
Steel
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 66.93 in D 25.6 in
Mid-Century Retro Danish Large Rosewood Sofa Coffee Table by Anton Kildeberg
By Anton Kildebergs Møbelfabrik
Located in Selston, Nottinghamshire
Designer: Danish design Manufacturer: Anton Kildeberg Møbelfabrik Country: Denmark Date: 1970s Material: Rosewood laminate with beechwood frame Maximum dimensions: Wid...
Beech, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 25.6 in
Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa in Leather with Legs in Rosewood, 1960s
Located in Basel, CH
An extravagant Mid-Century design which impresses by a great leather upholstery in a Chesterfield look and conical legs in rosewood.
Leather, Rosewood
Rosewood Antique Sofa or Console Table
Located in Link 59 Business Park, Clitheroe
Rare large spectacular figured rosewood antique sofa or console table Constructed by the renowned makers James Winter, this spectacular figured rosewood antique sofa or console ta...
Rosewood
$2,500
H 28 in W 86 in D 32 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern brown long Leather sofa with Patina
By Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern brown slightly Faded worn Leather sofa in by Georg Thams. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square dark wood legs. Good vintage...
Leather, Wood
$1,819
H 29.53 in W 83.86 in D 38.98 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Brown Faux Leather, Italy, 1970s Design
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Divano a 3 posti con imbottitura in espanso e rivestimento in similpelle.
Plastic
Brazilian Modern Sofa, Percival Lafer 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa Mod. MP-13, 1960's Made by Lafer S. e Co, Sao Paulo Rosewood, chrome and faux leather H 70 x L219 x W80 x Seat Height 41Percival Lafer Mid-Century Brazilian sofa made of Walnut ...
Chrome
Mid Century Danish Modern Brown Leather 3 Seat Sofa wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful medium reddish brown leather 3 seat sofa wood frame and legs. Style of Mogens Hansen. Soft thick Brown leather is soft and shows little signs of u...
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, leather, wood, Denmark, ca. 1960. This modest and comfortable three-seat sofa exhibits characteristics reminiscent of Borge Mogensen's design. The vibrant aestheti...
Leather, Wood
Danish Sofa in Brown Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, stained mahogany, Denmark, 1960s This classic sofa of Danish origin features modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear construction of the design. T...
Leather, Mahogany
$2,500
H 28 in W 84 in D 30 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Faded Leather sofa with Patina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Faded worn Leather sofa. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square teak wood legs. Good vintage condition ready for use. M...
Leather, Wood
$6,820
H 28.75 in W 83.47 in D 35.44 in
1970s Elegant Wood Frame Sofa – Newly Reupholstered, Mid-Century Design
Located in Krefeld, DE
Elegant 1970s sofa featuring a beautifully wooden frame and refined fabric upholstery. The piece showcases the distinctive design language of the era, quality craftsmanship, and a ti...
Fabric, Wood
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 75 in D 35 in
Dutch Modern Cognac Leather loveseat sofa by Gerard Van Den Berg
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dutch Modern Cognac leather loveseat sofa. Chrome flat bar legs. Made by label van den berg and designed by Gerard Van Den Berg. Made circa 2000s. Pre owned with signs of use and pat...
Chrome
1970s Danish Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
- good/very good condition with minor signs of use - sturdy and stable.
Leather
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 86 in D 33 in
Dyrlund Scandinavian 3 seat Brown leather sofa with teak frame circa 1980
By Dyrlund
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dyrlund Danish Post Modern Teak and Brown Leather 3 seat Sofa, Circa 1980'S leather upholstery and cushions with teak frame and Accents. Labeled underneath. Made in Denmark. Located ...
Leather, Teak
R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa
By R. Huber & Co.
Located in Franklin Park, IL
R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 79 wide x 36 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 24 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Wood On Sofa is ...
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful leather sofa. Wooden frame with curved sides and decorated with a lattice pattern. The back, side and seat cushions are padded and covered in cognac leather with a zipper. ...
Leather, Wood
$10,800
H 28 in W 75.25 in D 32 in
Percival Lafer MP-91 Sofa: Jatoba Wood & Caramel Leather, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A solid jatoba and leather sling sofa by Percival Lafer for Brazil Industries circa 1970’s. This model MP-91 sofa is newly upholstered in a carmel leather showing a great pebbled gr...
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Walnut Wood, Restored Fabric, USA, 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Mid-Century three seats sofa from the 1960s. This sofa is in excellent condition. It has been restored, (refinished and reupholstered). The fabric it is absolutely clean an...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A stunning and exceptionally rare four-seat sofa by Widdicomb from the 1950s, custom-sized and upholstered in its spectacular original woven fabric. This configuration is seldom seen...
Steel
Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940
By Murano 5
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra with multicolored applied decoration, materials: glass and wood, wired for electricity...
Blown Glass
$3,500 / item
H 18 in W 16 in D 60 in
Oak Rustic Wabi-Sabi Brutalist Style Bench, Handcrafted Solid Oak Wood Bank
Located in İnegöl, TR
Dimensions: Length: 160 cm (approx. 63 in) Width: 40 cm (approx. 15.75 in) Height: 45 cm (approx. 17.7 in) Materials: Solid Oak Wood Embrace the beauty of organic minimalism wit...
Wood, Chestnut
$6,100 / set
H 26 in W 8 in D 4.75 in
Textured Murano Glass Sconces, Brass Structure, Modern Design, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces from the island of Murano made of textured hand-blown glass with a structure of brass. This pair has been newly wired to fit US standards. This set is a special orde...
Brass
Daybed sofa GS195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani 60s, 70s
By Sormani, Gianni Songia
Located in Padova, IT
Condition: Good condition with small signs of age and use especially on the feet The GS195 sofa, designed by Gianni Songia for Sormani in 1963, is a highly regarded Mid-Century Mode...
Fabric, Wood
$4,250
H 31.5 in W 97 in D 30.5 in
Stunning Paul McCobb Style Bowtie Design Sofa Splayed Leg Midcentury
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Paul Mccobb style bowtie back sofa with splayed legs. Wonderfully designed sofa with gorgeous walnut splayed legs on front and back.
Upholstery, Walnut
$250 / item
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
1 of 8 Vintage Bauhaus Chrome, Steel and Beige Velvet Dining Chairs. 80s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Italian modernist, Bauhaus design tubular chrome and beige velvet stackable dining or living room chairs. Italian production, circa 1980-1990s. In good vintage condition with expec...
Steel, Chrome
$3,313
H 27.96 in W 82.68 in D 26.78 in
De Sede DS-31 Terracotta Leather Three-Seat Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Rødding, DK
Iconic three-seat DS-31 sofa produced by De Sede in Switzerland during the 1970s. The sofa is upholstered in rich terracotta-colored leather that has developed a beautiful natural p...
Steel
$1,700
H 73.125 in W 13 in D 14.5 in
American Studio Craft Architectural Lattice High Back Sculptural Chair
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Troy, MI
Dramatic hand crafted lattice back chair in mixed hardwoods USA circa 1980s Architectural high back chair with vertical lattice design in contrasting cherry and maple with exposed a...
Cherry, Hardwood, Maple
$150,000 / set
H 67 in Dm 40 in
Pair Louis XV Style 16-Light Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandeliers, Manner of Baccarat
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large pair of Louis XV style gilt bronze and cut-glass sixteen-light chandeliers. The solid bronze frames surmounted with pendants, molded towers, fleur de lis and a central suppor...
Crystal, Bronze
$7,390
H 27.96 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Wonderful Italian Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti and Completely Re-Upholstered
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing lines resting on two legs in front and two castors at the back for easy moving. Belts, foam and velvet completely redone.
Velvet
Exceptional Large Art Deco Oak & leather Sofa, circa 1925
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Produced in the Netherlands during the 1920s, this exceptional sofa is distinguished by its monumental proportions and remarkably restrained design. Measuring three metres in length,...
Leather, Oak
$15,800
H 99.41 in W 74.81 in D 24.41 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Rare Bar Cabinet
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, bar cabinet, beech, laminated wood, Italy, 1930s A bar cabinet by the Italian artist and designer Ernesto Valabrega from the 1930s. ...
Wood, Beech
Brazilian Modernist Chair by Acácio Gil Borsoi, Brazil 1950s
By Acácio Gil Borsoi
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Brazilian mid-century design is considered the pinnacle of 20th-century furniture, celebrated for its bold forms, masterful craftsmanship, and use of luxurious materials. This rare G...
Wood, Fabric
$6,950
H 26.78 in W 59.45 in D 31.5 in
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Sofa in Brown Leather and Steel
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Bo-Ex, sofa model 'BO583', steel and leather, Denmark, 1962. This modern and minimalist slipper sofa by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm is...
Steel
$9,550Sale Price|30% Off
H 70.87 in W 52.76 in D 29.14 in
Vintage 1980s Playmatic Pinball Trailer, Folk Art Design, 134x74 cm
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Recreational machine model pinball trailer playmatic.
Iron
$14,985Sale Price|49% Off
H 31.5 in W 55 in D 32 in
Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Gildwood Carved Center Hall Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style gildwood carved center hall table. The rectangular shaped intricately carved frame with an X-stretcher centre with a urn, all surmount...
Marble
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.
Modern icons are showing up in gracefully layered dining nooks, living rooms and lounges — proof that great design only gets better with context.
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
The enduring appeal of the Barcelona chair is in the details.
The brand that turned Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson into mid-century household names is just as relevant today as it was six decades ago.
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the rooms our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
Our feed is filled with the world's most beautiful spaces. See the 10 our followers have deemed the best of the best this month.
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.