Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful mohair upholstered curved sofa with wooden legs. Perfect shape and size. In excellent
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Wood
Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful mohair upholstered curved sofa with wooden legs. Perfect shape and size. In excellent
Mohair, Wood
Edwardian Knole Sofa Robert Lorimer Spanish Style
By Sir Robert Lorimer
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Recently re-upholstered Edwardian Knole sofa with oak Spanish style legs.
Upholstery
American Empire Style Mahogany Sofa with Peach Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
legs. Back of sofa is slightly loose, repairs to foot and minor loss to frame embellishment.
Mahogany
Danish Sofa in Brown Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
over the armrests, resulting in an elegant wing. The sofa rests on sleek legs executed in teak, which
Leather, Teak
Wittmann Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffmann Labeled
By Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
the way around. Quality leather. Has black painted wood legs. Wittmann Kubus sofa designed in 1910.
Leather, Wood
Extra-Large Postmodern Animal Print Sofa, Germany, 1990s
By Bretz
Located in Rīga, LV
upholstery. The spring legs of the sofa create a gentle, bouncy feel when you sit on it. The sculptural form
Metal
Folke Ohlsson for Dux Mid Century Danish Sofa
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Legs are in Good Shape. Sofa Fabric is Worn and Should be Redone. Sofa is Structurally Sturdy. We take
Upholstery
Grey-Painted Empire Style Sofa Frame, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Egyptian-style caryatid figures. The sofa stands on seven tapering legs and has been newly painted in a
Wood
De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
favorites from De Sede. Well designed polished aluminum legs. The sofa has been reupholstered in dark
Leather
Frits Henningsen Mahogany Three-Seater Sofa, Denmark, 1938
By Frits Henningsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mahogany frame sofa with eight legs and exposed wood panels on either side. Designed and made circa
Upholstery, Mahogany
Scandinavian Mid Century Modern Black Leather Sofa
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
with 6 legs, this sofa combines the sleekness of mid-century design with the durability of modern
Steel
Swedish Sofa & chair with curved Back, circa 1940s–1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of Scandinavian modernism of the 1940s–1950s. Raised on tapered wooden legs, the sofa maintains a
Fabric, Wood
$1,725Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 72.84 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Sofa Attributed to Nanna Ditzel, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
wooden legs. The sofa has been reupholstered in blue fabric. 1950s - Denmark Perfect condition Dimensions
Fabric
English Regency Style Waxed Cordovan Leather Case Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
complete the lavish design. The sofa is supported by short, tapered, square legs. The sofa is heavy and
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 6392A Mid Century Janus Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Wear at Bottom of the Legs. Sofa Fabric is in Good Shape. Sofa is Structurally Solid. Great Condition
Upholstery
Italian Modern Curved Sofa Attributed to Federico Munari
By Federico Munari, Carlo Guglielmi, Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti, Carlo Mollino
Located in Houston, TX
century Italian curved sofa with splayed brass legs attributed to Federico Munari, circa. 1960. Currently
Brass
1940s Danish White Sheepswool Banana Sofa After Flemming Lassen
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1940s Danish channel tufted banana sofa. Chunky curved mahogany legs mimics the shape of the sofa
Wool, Mahogany
Mid Century Danish Modern black Leather 3 seat Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern Black leather 3 seat sofa with white oak wood legs. Beautiful black
Leather, Oak
Large Curved kidney shaped sofa in lambswool bouclé
Located in London, GB
A fabulous curved sofa with sculpted wooden legs beautifully upholstered in lambswool boucle with 3
Bouclé, Wood
Petite Tufted Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A petite tufted back two-setter sofa on mahogany legs.
Upholstery
English William IV Carved Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Sherborne, GB
and features an elegant shaped top rail, Egyptian revival arms and laurel leaf carved legs. The sofa
Upholstery, Mahogany
Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sofa is slightly curved. Four loose seat cushions structure the sofa. Elegant legs lift the sofa up
Metal
Paul Mathieu X-Luxury Living Contour Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
seat and back cushions. Contrasting white lacquered legs give the sofa a playful twist.
Velvet
Danish Three Seat Sofa in Red Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s This classic sofa of Danish origin features modest and subtle
Leather, Oak
Danish Two-Seater Sofa in Yellowish Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-textured fabric with an organic pattern. The four tapered legs give the sofa more lightness and grace
Fabric, Wood
$12,000
H 29.5 in W 101.5 in D 34 in
Mid-Century 'Gondola' Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
design with walnut accents. Long profile sofa sitting atop sculpted walnut legs. The front legs are
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Katana Tobacco 3-Seat Sofa By Paolo Rizzato
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
gentle curve of the legs, this sofa is upholstered with leather by Penelope Oggi, the Tivano, a semi
Leather
Danish Mid-Century Four Seat Wool & Teak Sofa
Located in Norwalk, CT
. This sofa stands on subtle tapered legs that have been made from teak wood, a staple of Danish
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Regency Style Velvet Sofa
Located in Sheffield, MA
The mid-20th century sofa has wood cabriole legs with padded feet set within undulating front and
Fabric
$874Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 76.38 in D 28.75 in
Mid Century Sofa Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
clarity with functional versatility. Constructed with a solid beech wood frame and legs, the sofa retains
Fabric, Wool, Beech
Danish Three Seat Sofa in Rosy Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, wood, Denmark, 1960s This model reminds of Borge Mogensen's designs. The brown
Leather, Wood
$4,516
H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
Ole Wanscher two seat sofa, original red leather. OW602, Denmark
By Poul Jeppesen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher two seat sofa with red leather. Legs of black stained oak. Model OW602, made by Poul
Leather, Oak
Large French 19th C Napoleon III Tufted Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
A large scale French 19th century Napoleon III high backed sofa with cabriole legs. The back of
Upholstery
$40,000
H 29.53 in W 77.17 in D 25.6 in
Presidencial Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
seat in a continuous curve that combines warmth and precision. Resting on slender metal legs, the sofa
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1960s Sofa with wooden stick legs and fabric
Fabric, Wood
$1,650
H 39.25 in W 66.5 in D 36 in
French Rococo Carved Walnut Sofa With Pierced Acanthus Cartouche C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
into elegant cabriole legs. The sofa is currently upholstered in a rich red and pink toned damask
Walnut
$20,000 / set
H 36 in W 84 in D 33 in
Vladimir Kagan Mid-Century Modern Sofas with Lucite & Brass, 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
These are very hard to find Vladimir Kagan sofas. Lucite legs with brass hardware. Upholstered in D
Brass
Vintage Paul McCobb Pagoda Blue Fabric Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
is in very good vintage condition but has some scuffs and scratches to the legs. This sofa measures
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Elongated Dunbar Low Profile 112" Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
structural condition. We have removed the skirt to show the legs. The sofa has six legs due to length. It is
Chrome
Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas with Reeded Leg of Biedermeier Influence - 60" w x
Upholstery, Mahogany
$7,368
H 42.52 in W 64.57 in D 32.68 in
Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Söderberg 1
Located in The Hague, NL
wood with four tapered slightly legs. This sofa is in original condition, the fabric with visible
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
19th Century Hand Dyed Leather Wing Back Sofa
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
back, flanked by two wings above two feather stuffed cushions. The sofa stands on elegant cabriole legs
Leather
$2,304Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.25 in W 79 in D 39.25 in
Vintage Carson's Sofa, Cream Upholstered Fabric, Post-Modern Design
By Carsons
Located in Charleston, SC
Ooooh this sofa is soooo good! The legs are very reminiscent of Vladamir Kagan’s “Marilyn sofa
Metal
$5,942 / item
H 29.14 in W 92.52 in D 35.83 in
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.03
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo' Sofa full upholstered Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11
Wool
$5,942 / item
H 29.14 in W 92.52 in D 35.83 in
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo' sofa full upholstered. Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11
Wool
$5,942 / item
H 29.14 in W 92.52 in D 35.83 in
'Hippo' Upholstered Sofa by Norr11, Barnum Bouclé col.24
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl
Located in Paris, IDF
'Hippo' sofa full upholstered. Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11
Wool
20th Century Red Velvet Italian Modern Sofa, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
upholstered in velvet. Sofa supported by metal legs with a brass finish, of excellent solidity. Furniture with
Velvet
1960s Italian Ombre Peacock Cut Mohair Velvet Curved Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
1960s Italian ombre peacock cut silk mohair (Astrakhan style) velvet curved sofa with wood and
Brass
19th Century Mahogany Wood Federal Sheraton Style Sofa
Located in Tarry Town, NY
carved mahogany legs. The sofa is in great antique condition , very sturdy with immaculate upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Freestanding two seater sofa with legs of oak. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with
Leather, Oak
Pair of Slope Arm Sofas Fortuny Style Apricot Fabric
Located in Rio Vista, CA
preserved-condition given age and use. The sofas are supported by tapered legs with a dark rich finish. Sold
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,520Sale Price|30% Off
H 28 in W 72 in D 32 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Red Leather long loveseat Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Red leather long loveseat sofa with white oak wood legs
Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style 3 Cushion Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar style sofa 85" Offered is a Mid-Century Modern sofa with tapered legs
Upholstery, Wood
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 73 in D 32 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful black Leather long loveseat Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful black leather long loveseat sofa with white oak wood legs
Leather, Oak
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen freestanding two seater sofa mounted on walnut legs. Sides, back and loose cushions
Leather, Walnut
Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Westport, CT
Edward Wormley, three-seat sofa polished brass leg from Wormley Weston Ct estate. Chenille fabric
Brass
Two-Piece Mid-Century Teak Sofa with New Sage Green Upholstery
Located in Germantown, MD
tapering legs, this sectional sofa is made more comfortable and visually neutral with four sets of seat and
Upholstery, Teak
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