$3,243Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Art Deco Rattan Shell Back Rattan Sectional Loveseat Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Frankl inspired sectional two-seat rattan sofa features a red shell back seat around the perimeter of the backrest and X base.
Rattan
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish Modern, Settee, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1950s
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Sofa or Settee, Velvet, Lacquered Wood, Finland, 1950s A rare shell back two seater sofa designed by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy in F...
Velvet
Carl-Johan Boman, Settee, Beige Linen, Wood, Finland, 1950s
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Sofa or Settee, Beige Linen, Lacquered Wood, Finland, 1950s A rare shell back two seater sofa designed by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy...
Linen
Shell Back Sofa
Located in Kent, Dover
An Italian shell backed sofa, newly upholstered in pale pink velvet.
Art Deco Velvet Channel Back "Shell" Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Art Deco "shell" or channel back sofa / settee in a powdery shade of navy blue.
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Paint
3-Piece Mid-20th Century Shell Back Living Room Suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3-piece mid-20th century shell back living room suite circa 1950. Elegant lounge suite to give any interior that hotel look.
Upholstery
20th Century Scandinavian Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
Weathered leather has matured through time to offer a distinctly comforting cushion. With the seat and back cupped around the back shell of the sofa’s construction, this sofa cradles...
Leather, Wood
Coquille Form Sofa and Pair of Chairs Attributed to Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Troy, MI
Coquille (shell) form channel back sofa and chairs have curved backrests and slightly flared arms and tapered wood legs with brass caps.
Brass
1960s Retro Modern Shell Back, Three-Piece Suite of Sofa and Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art deco inspired plush red upholstered 3 piece suite circa 1960. Very comfortable design, sleigh arms. Sofa measurements: height: 32" width: 76" depth: 34" seat height: 16" ...
Birch
1970s Brown Leather Shell Back Three-Piece Suite Sofa and Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Brown leather suite very much in the Art Deco taste, circa 1970. Shell backs, stud work on the arms. Sofa measurements: Height 30" x width 70" x depth 31 1/2" x seat heigh...
Leather
Art Deco Shell Back Curved Sofa D320
Located in Armadale, Victoria
Swedish Art Deco curved shell back sofa with fully sprung seat and back.
French Shell Backed and Ebonized Sofa, circa 1930
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The shell or scalloped shaped sprung back sofa, in a cerulean colored fabric, having tapered cone ebonized legs, hailing from the Art Deco period, the whole of deep and roomy proport...
Upholstery
Art Deco Shell Back Sofa, Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco shell back sofa, smartly re upholstered in a contrasting Moquette fabrics.
Fabric, Walnut
$8,129
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a rare fabric in shifting red/pink velvet. It’s in good vintage conditi...
Velvet, Birch
Danish Midcentury Settee by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant Danish settee or loveseat from circa 1950s by Master Furniture Maker, Frits Henningsen Solid and sturdy small piece with a strong presence and charming demeanor. Coil springs...
Wool, Beech
Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Carl Cederholm and produced by Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Seat Height (inches): 17” A...
Fabric, Wood
$2,394Sale Price|40% Off
H 31 in W 73 in D 32 in
Restored Mid-century Rattan 3-Strand Full Pretzel 3-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored rattan 3-strand full pretzel 3-piece sofa. Meticulously refurbished, its unique design offers a blend of retro charm and modern sophistication. Elevate your...
Fabric, Rattan
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in High Point, NC
A red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced by Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, c. 1950s. Reupholstered at some point in history, fabric in fair condition. Dimensions: 30.75” H x ...
Fabric, Wood
$1,200
H 30 in W 63 in D 32 in L 30 in
Ficks Reed Style Sofa Patio Furniture Rattan Vintage Sofa Palm Beach
Located in Rochester, NY
Ficks Reed style 3 seater sofa in immaculate condition. Part of a set including another armchair. DM for details on set! But this piece is gorgeous and in immaculate vintage conditi...
Rattan, Wood
$4,467
H 33.08 in W 76.38 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian Art Deco Style Three-Seater Sofa, Beige Bouclé, 1950s
Located in Rødding, DK
A refined Scandinavian three-seater sofa from the 1950s, executed in an elegant Art Deco–inspired style that balances soft, organic curves with classic proportions. The piece embodie...
Bouclé, Oak
Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956 Malmsten's iconic curved sofa was designed in 1956 and produced by Swedish cabinetmakers AB Record in Bollnas. It is considered one the finest exa...
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
$3,430Sale Price|30% Off
H 35 in W 62 in D 32 in
Art Deco Style "Presidents" Stick Reed Rattan 2-Seat Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored striking Nantucket settee features classic stick rattan framing with tightly woven wicker wrappings, offering both form and function. Each arm includes thou...
Rattan
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A blue velvet and wood sofa, model Berlin, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1960s. Likely reupholstered at some point in history. Minor imperfections to fabric on...
Velvet, Wood
$6,265Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 29.02 in W 70.98 in D 37 in
Rare Restored "1940s Transition" Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Full "1940s Transition" rattan living room set features a three-seat sofa, two matching lounge chairs, and a stacked coffee table. This...
Rattan
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Samsas” is for many the most associated series with Carl Malmsten. The designer devoted his life to the renewal of traditional Swedish craftsmanship, inspired by Swedish country man...
Fabric, Wood
$3,244
H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 70.87 in
Elegant Three-Seater Sofa, Rattan and Bamboo, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant three-seater sofa from the 1960s. Beautifully shaped rattan and bamboo frame. This wonderful sofa is in very good condition with slight signs of wear from age and use, preser...
Bamboo, Rattan
Danish 1940's Settee attributed To Ole Wanscher
By Frits Henningsen, Kaare Klint, Ole Wanscher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and unique settee that seem to draw on famous designs from Kaare Klint and Frits Henningsen. The settee is most likely by Ole Wanscher who made several customs pieces along...
Wool, Mahogany
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition with traces of age and use, ...
Velvet, Wood
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant modern scallop back 2 person sofa upholstered in a premium, soft, green grey pure mohair fabric. Also available in bespoke widths and in COM - please enquire. Fast ship...
Fabric, Wood
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