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Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Swedish Samsas sofa by Carl Malmsten. It was recently
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Vintage Swedish Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
H 33.86 in W 72.05 in D 32.29 in
Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century samsa rund triple sofa by Carl Malmsten circa 1960. Well known model of sofa
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1950s Boucle Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten Carl Malmsten Small Sofa, c1940s This exceptional piece of Swedish furniture
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

1950s Boucle Sofa by Carl Malmsten
1950s Boucle Sofa by Carl Malmsten
H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Beech

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Örebro, SE
Rare Swedish modern sofa with lovely shape, by Carl Malmsten ca -1940's. Good vintage condition
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
H 29.53 in W 66.93 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Sofa by Carl Straub, Germany, 1960s
By Carl Straub
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid-century three seater sofa designed by Carl Straub in black leather and teak. Beautifully
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Leather Samsas Round Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and iconic design, this is the Samsas Round sofa. It was designed by Carl
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Studio sofa by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Extremely elegant sofa by Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Model called Studio but
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Studio sofa by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Studio sofa by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
H 29.14 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Original "Samsas rund" Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Madrid, ES
Sofa "Samsas rund" by Carl Malmsten in beech and upholstery for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1950s. This
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Scandinavian Midcentury Sofa by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Karlstad, SE
Three-seat sofa model "Trienna" by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, 1950s. Stunning sofa made of oak
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century "Samsas" Sofa by Carl Malmsten in Beech and Twill, c. 1950's
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Norwalk, CT
of Swedish Mid-Century design, the "Samsas" sofa is the commercial issue of Carl Malmsten's "Konsert
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Curved Finnish Sofa, Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Helsinki, FI
Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman from the 1940s. Birch frame and legs, original fabric upholstery. Good
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Antique 1640s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Curved Finnish Sofa, Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s
Curved Finnish Sofa, Carl-Johan Boman, 1940s
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H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Two-Seat Sofa in New Grey Wool Upholstery Named 'Samas' by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A beautifully reupholstered quality grey wool two-seat sofa by Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjogren of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Carl Malmsten Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sofa designed by Carl Malmsten (1888-1972) and retailed by Nordiska Kompaniet. Classical
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Carl Malmsten Sofa
Carl Malmsten Sofa
H 30 in W 76 in D 29.5 in
Wooden Swedish Sofa Designed by Carl Westman
By Carl Westman
Located in Madrid, ES
Stained wood sofa designed in 1899 by Carl Westman. Model "Arbetarmöbeln", which means "Workers
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Antique 1890s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Wooden Swedish Sofa Designed by Carl Westman
Wooden Swedish Sofa Designed by Carl Westman
H 38.19 in W 74.81 in D 25.99 in
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" sofa produced by O. H. Sjogren. Store formerly known as ARTFUL DODGER INC
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch, Fabric

Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa
Carl Malmsten "Samsas" Sofa
H 33 in W 70 in D 32 in
1960s Carl Malmsten "Lindegård” Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Modern birch framed sofa designed by Carl Malmsten. This sofa has curved sides and back
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Carl Malmsten 1940s Vintage Boucle Sofa
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
designer Carl Malmsten. It was produced at his own workshop near Stockholm in Sweden. This example has been
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Carl Malmsten 1940s Vintage Boucle Sofa
Carl Malmsten 1940s Vintage Boucle Sofa
H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 28.35 in
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A purple velvet and birch sofa, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Swedish Grace Sofa Designed by Carl Malmsten, Mahogany Frame, Sweden, 1929
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Grace sofa designed by Carl Malmsten, Sweden. 1929. Mahogany frame with exotic wood inlay
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Swedish Sofa, 1950's, Carl Malmsten, Samspel, Reupholstered
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
An original 1950s Samspel sofa by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for AB Record, Bollnas
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch

Carl Malmsten "Berlin" Three-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Berlin” three-seater sofa is “Malmstenesque” to its core. Designed in 1960, this sofa shows
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Finnish Curved Sofa with Buttoned Backrest by Carl-Johan Boman
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in London, GB
This comfortable large sofa is a classic Finnish modern design from the 1940s by Carl-Johan Boman
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Carl Malmsten "Ulla" Three-Seater Birch Sofa, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
wood itself, this sofa is equally representative of Swedish mid-century design and of Carl Malmsten’s
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
characteristics that define this sofa. Even as a young designer in the early 20th century, Carl Malmsten advocated
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Midcentury Modern Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa Model 'Samspel" Carl Malmsten, 1956
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This model” Samspel” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956 and manufactured during that time
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Sofa Model "Värend" Carl Malmsten, 1942
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Rare model” Värend” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The sofa has been
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Elm

Carl Malmsten Oak "Visingsö" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The famous “Visingsö” series demonstrates Carl Malmsten’s fine sense of proportion, line tension
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Carl Mamsten Samsas Sofa, circa 1923
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in London, GB
First designed in 1923 for the Stockholm Concert Hall. Produced by O.H. Sjogren, Sweden. Reupholstered in Melton wool fabric from Abraham Moon. Oiled beech legs.
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Carl Mamsten Samsas Sofa, circa 1923
Carl Mamsten Samsas Sofa, circa 1923
H 33.47 in W 70.87 in D 31.11 in
Midcentury Carl Malmsten "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
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sofa Model Trienna Designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent original condition. Original green leather cushions, braided natural leather in the back.
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Swedish Sofa, 1950's, Carl Malmsten, Samsas, Reupholstered
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in London, GB
An original 1960s Samsas sofa by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for OH Sjogren. This sofa
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch

Scandinavian Swedish Modern Sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren in Tranås. The sofa is a mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Black Leather Sofa by Hans Wegner, Model CH103, for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Hans Wegner in the early 1970s, this deeply comfortable sofa, in rich black leather
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury 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
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Rikke Frost 'Rf1903 Sideways Sofa' in Oiled Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
Rikke Frost 'RF1903 sideways sofa' in oiled walnut for Carl Hansen & Son. The story of Danish
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Carl Cederholm Sofa for Firma Stil & Form Stockholm, Sweden 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the realm of mid-20th century Swedish furniture design, Carl Cederholm is known as a furniture
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa Model Trienna Designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Stockholm, SE
Walnut and leather. Excellent vintage condition with signs of usage and patina.  
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

2021 KK48650 Addition Sofa by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Walnut w/ Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Kaare Klint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a KK48650 Addition Sofa designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

2021 KK6092 2 Seat Sofa/Loveseat by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Fabric
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK6092 Two-Seater Sofa with a solid lacquered mahogany frame and striped
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

2020 CH104 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Steel & White Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH104 Sofa made with a stainless steel frame and white leather. The sofa was
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

2020 KK48650 Addition Sofa by Kaare Klint for Carl Hansen in Oak & Black Leather
By Kaare Klint, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK48650 Addition Sofa designed by Kaare Klint and produced by Carl Hansen
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Leather

Carl Hansen Foyer Series Sofa in Edelman's Helm Leather by Ilse Crawford
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Carl Hansen & Søn, Ilse Crawford
Located in Burlington, NJ
Intentionally Added PFAS The Foyer Sofa is characterized by the interplay between wood and upholstery and the
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

20th Century Swedish OH Sjögren Beechwood Samsas, Sofa - Settee by Carl Malmsten
By AB Stilarmatur Tranås, O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish three-seater " Samsas ", sofa with two pillows
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

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
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Carl Straub 3 Piece Modular Sofa Vintage Wool Boucle Midcentury 1960s Armchairs
By Carl Straub
Located in London, GB
Three piece modular lounge sofa in brown wood frame and beige wool upholstery by Carl Straub
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Organic Modern Vintage Carl Auböck Tree Trunk Sofa Table Side Table 1950s Vienna
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage walnut tree trunk table attributed to Carl Auböck 1950s Vienna. A
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Metal

Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy
By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Carl-Johan Boman Finnish 1940's curved sofa, a classic piece of Scandinavian modern
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Sofa Model Trienna Produced in Finland
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Trienna designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Produced in Finland.
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Walnut

2020 CH163 3 Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Smoked Oak & Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH163 Three-Seater Sofa designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Fabric
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The sofa is made with a stainless steel frame and red fabric. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark. The sofa is made with a stainless steel frame and red leather. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK12' Lounge Sofa in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Bodil Kjaer
Located in Glendale, CA
Bodil Kjaer outdoor 'BK12' lounge sofa in teak for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn, sofa, model 'CH103', leather, metal, Denmark, 1970s The
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Hans J. Wegner Ch-103 3-Seater Sofa, Carl Hansen, 1970s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very nice leather sofa designed by Hans Wegner from the 1970s. Wonderfully patinated, glove-soft
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten 'Cirkus' Lounge Chairs, 1950s A pair of armchairs designed by Carl Malmsten in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wool, Elm

2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH402 Kastrup Sofa in Sif Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a CH402 Two-Seater Kastrup sofa without arms. The sofa is made with a stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hans J. Wegner Ch-102 2-Seater Leather Sofa, Carl Hansen, 1970s
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very nice leather sofa designed by Hans Wegner from the 1970s. Wonderfully patinated, glove-soft
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Velvet Cirkus Armchairs by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten 'Cirkus' lounge chairs, circa 1950s. A pair of armchairs designed by Carl
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Elm

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Sofa By Carl For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sofa by carl you’re looking for. Each sofa by carl for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. If you’re shopping for a sofa by carl, we have 115 options in-stock, while there are 55 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the sofa by carl you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A sofa by carl is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sofa by carl over the years, but those crafted by Carl Malmsten, Carl Hansen & Søn and Hans J. Wegner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sofa By Carl?

Prices for a sofa by carl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,613 and can go as high as $46,094, while the average can fetch as much as $7,465.

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Questions About Sofa By Carl
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The difference between Carl Zeiss and Zeiss comes down to corporate structure. Carl Zeiss AG is the overall name of the German manufacturer. Zeiss is the brand name for products produced by Carl Zeiss AG. Find a variety of Zeiss eyewear, binoculars and other pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Peter Carl Fabergé was born on May 30, 1846, in Saint Petersburg, Russia. His father, Gustav Fabergé, led the House of Fabergé and turned the company over to his son in 1870. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Fabergé jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, Carl Zeiss binoculars are generally thought of as good in terms of their quality. The German maker is one of the leading manufacturers of binoculars in the world. The company uses only fine-quality materials like all-metal bodies and high-end glass in its products, and strict quality controls guide the manufacturing process to ensure that its binoculars are flawless. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Carl Zeiss binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Bucherer and Carl F. Bucherer are not the same. In 2001, Carl F. Bucherer opened in Lucerne, Switzerland, and began exclusively producing watches. Bucherer produces jewelry as well as watches. It opened in 1888 and also has headquarters in Lucerne. Find a range of Bucherer jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bucherer is a retail group that sells high-end Swiss watches. Carl F. Bucherer is their own watch brand. Both of these companies have been owned by the Bucherer family since 1888. Shop an array of authentic Carl F. Bucherer watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A horsehair sofa is a piece of furniture large enough to sit two or three people side by side. The term horsehair refers to the fact that its upholstery is fabric made from wefts of hair from a horse's tail. On 1stDibs, shop a range of horsehair sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Togo sofa is a piece of furniture designed by Michel Ducaroy. The sofa features an ergonomic design with a simple square back, a plush seat and open arm-less sides. Upholstery shows off pleats or button tufting. Shop a range of Togo sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A sofa and loveseat are two different pieces of seating furniture. The size is the most significant distinction between a loveseat and a sofa. Sofas are bigger and available in a variety of lengths, though the conventional three-cushion seat is one of the most popular. Loveseats, on the other hand, are significantly smaller and often only seat two persons. The second significant comparison between the two is the function of the seat. Sofas are bigger and hence more suited to lounging and socializing. You may sprawl out on a sofa or gather a group of friends to speak or watch a movie. Loveseats are more useful in small spaces where a larger sofa would be too large. Find a collection of antique and vintage loveseats as well as sofas today on 1stDibs.