$2,936Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 36 in D 65 in
1970's Original Ultra Modern Sofa w/ Designer Retro Fabric
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 1970s Mid Century Modern Ultra Modern Designer Sofa. Retro designer textile. Manufactured
Fabric
Vintage 1970's Ultra Modern 4 Seater Sofa/ Daybed
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern 4 Seat Sofa Doubles as a Daybed. Extra wide and taking off the back pillows
Fabric
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 101 in D 30 in
Ultra Rare Milo Baughman James Inc. 4 Seater Sofa Brass Legs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman, James Inc.
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Ultra rare 4 seater sofa designed by Milo Baughman for James Inc. We just love the sleek brass
Brass
New Reupholstered Dunbar 3 Seat Tuxedo Sofa in Ultra Fabric 90'
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is an even arm Tuxedo sofa by Dunbar Furniture. It has 3 cushioned seats and is on casters for
Fabric
$14,840 / item
H 32.29 in W 104.34 in D 42.52 in
Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This striking and sophisticated sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and modern design. It features
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$14,840 / item
H 32.29 in W 104.34 in D 42.52 in
Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This striking and sophisticated sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and modern design. It features
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 109 in D 36 in
Ultra Rare Karpen of California Tufted Sofa Sectional Walnut Leg Mid-Century
By Karpen of California
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Ultra rare Karpen of California tufted back 2 piece sofa sectional. This super sexy sofa can be
Brass
$11,800
H 30 in W 98 in D 29.53 in
Modernist Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut /Ultra Suede for Cimon Montréal, 1963
By Luigi Tiengo, Cimon, Raf Simons
Located in Buffalo, NY
This rare Classic Mid-Century Modern sofa was designed by Luigi Tiengo and produced by the Canadian
Fabric, Walnut
$24,900 / set
H 35.04 in W 68.9 in D 35.44 in
Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres
By Maurice Mourra Freres
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful and ultra rare sofa set from middle of the 1950s by Maurice Mourra Freres (one sofa and
Brass, Metal
$4,500 / item
H 30 in W 72 in D 34 in
Sofa by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Made In USA, 100 Colors Ultra Faux Leather
By Area ID
Located in New York, NY
Two-tone sofa by Area ID. Custom sizes. Ultra leather from Japan, (faux), 100 colors, washable
Faux Leather
New Reupholstered Dunbar Tuxedo Loveseat in Ultra Fabric 66.5"
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
for easy movability. It has be newly reupholstered in a rich off white Ultra Fabric. We also have a
Fabric
$11,990
H 28.5 in W 33.5 in D 33.5 in
Pair of New Reupholstered Dunbar Tuxedo Lounge Chairs in Ultra Fabric
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
casters for easy movability. It has be newly reupholstered in a rich off white Ultra Fabric. We also
Fabric
$5,202
H 29.14 in W 53.55 in D 43.71 in
Space Age Togo Love Seat Two Seater Blue Ultra Suede Ligne Roset 1970s France
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age authentic vintage loveseat or two seater sofa Togo from ultra suede alcantara in
Ultrasuede
ultra rare augusto bozzi kosmos sofa set
By Saporiti, Augusto Bozzi
Located in Munich, DE
unique opportunity to own a complete and matching augusto bozzi kosmos sofa set. each part is rare
Brass, Iron
Lavender Ultra Suede Cloud Sofa Chaise Lounge by Weiman
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lavender Ultra Suede Cloud Sofa Chaise Lounge by Weiman Kagan decor.
Upholstery
$42,392 / set
H 27.56 in W 102.37 in D 96.46 in
Ultra rare Paysage - Landscape sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France 1978
By Hans Hopfer
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very stylish & rare ‘Paysage’ modular sofa. The new fabric type and color closely resemble those
Velvet
Red Molded Fiberglass Bench Love Seat
By William Andrus
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century modern fire red one molded fiberglass piece bench loveseat sofa couch. Sculptural ultra
Fiberglass
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 98.04 in D 27.56 in
Delta Sofa - Modern Handcrafted Ultra Violet Upholstered Three Seat Sofa
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The curvaceous sides of the Delta collection, give the design a modern and elegant look; blending
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 78.75 in D 27.56 in
Delta Sofa - Modern Handcrafted Ultra Violet Upholstered Two Seat Sofa
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The curvaceous sides of the Delta collection, give the design a modern and elegant look; blending
Upholstery
Sunz Ultra Modern Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Geometry intersects with organic artistry for a look that is simultaneously timeless and modern
Bouclé
1960s Low Lounge Sofa, Ultra Mid-Century Modern Selig
By Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley, Milo Baughman
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Unknown Designer, Attributed to Selig. Design in the manner of Milo Baughman, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley. Matching Lounge Chair Available. W: 90 x D: 33 x Seat H: 14½ x Arm H:...
Walnut
Midcentury Danish Modern Tufted Sculptural Sofa with Ultra Suede Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning Danish modern sculptural sofa with walnut boomerang like supports and original straw
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
Midcentury Danish Modern Tufted Sculptural Sofa with Ultra Suede Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning Danish modern sculptural sofa with walnut boomerang like supports and original straw
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 102.5 in D 32 in
Ultra Modern Danish Black Leather Sofa with Teak Legs Hans Wegner Style
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous modernist black leather sofa in the style of Hans J. Wegner. Absolutely stunning.
Leather
Sold
H 26.5 in W 90 in D 35 in
Mid-Century Modern Tuxedo Sofa in Ultra Rare Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan Velvet
By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in West Hartford, CT
Midcentury tuxedo form sofa by Swaim upholstered in the incredibly gorgeous "Caravan" cotton velvet
Velvet, Wood, Textile
Curvy Red Ultra-suede Sectional Sofas by Carson's, a Pair
By Carsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Doesn't get more fun than these! To find a pair of lipstick-red ultra-suede sectional sofas is
Ultrasuede
Ultra Chic Mid-Century Modernist Channel Design Sofa by Pace
By Pace Collection
Located in New York, NY
This stunning sofa features a very sleek sophisticated design with all channel back vertical
Sold
H 31 in W 97 in D 46 in
Magnificent Pair of Vladimir Kagan Sepentine Cloud Sofas, Purple Ultra Suede
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Asymmetric shaped pair of sofas by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1970s. Flowing
Wood
Carla Venosta Ultra Rare 'San Martino' Sectional Sofa for Full
By Carla Venosta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cognac leather sectional sofa with black lacquered wooden frame by Carla Venosta. The piece
Leather, Lacquer
Sold
H 27.5 in W 80 in D 34 in
Ultra Rare Fabio Lenci Hyaline Glass Three Seater Sofa Made in Italy circa 1960s
By Fabio Lenci
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning and ultra rare Fabio Lenci three seater sofa that is part of the coveted Hyaline
Velvet, Glass, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 86 in D 41 in
Ultra Chic Bowed Design Sofa In Silk Mohair by John Hutton for Holly Hunt
By HOLLY HUNT, John Hutton
Located in New York, NY
This classic modernist Art Deco style sofa feature ebonized walnut legs, a bowed elegant classic
Elegant Barrel Back Sofa by Tomlinson Sophisticates
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
in a wide range of interiors, from traditional to ultra modern. This sofa is currently being restored
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Sofa No. 1573 with Ash Block Legs, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
, 1960's. Newly upholstered in dark gray ultra suede by Lobel Modern. The sofa looks just as sexy from
Ultrasuede, Foam, Wood
Ultra Rare Columbus Sofa Set
By Hartmut Lohmeyer
Located in Munich, DE
I saw a few chairs in my life, but never a sofa. This set is unique! Wood bases and leather seats
Wood
Sold
H 26.5 in W 54 in D 17.75 in
Ultra Chic Mid-Century Modernist Console or Sofa Table with Greek Key Styling
Located in New York, NY
overall design with its ultra-thick base supports and a multi-dimensional feel with its brass banding that
Vintage Roche Bobois Post-Modern Off-White Ultra Suede Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Roche Bobois vintage postmodern off-white ultra-suede sofa. Beautiful condition, keeping
Ultrasuede, Foam, Feathers
Ultra Rare Gio Ponti Sofa
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, DE
Foam and fabric redone designed by Gio Ponti in 1958 for the hotel Parco Dei Principe in Sorrento, Italy. Made by Cassina in limited quantities.
Wood
Florence Knoll Tufted Vegan Ultra Leather Sofa
By Florence Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid Century Modern Knoll couch designed by Florence Knoll. This three person sofa features a
Leather
*ON SALE* 'Suzanne' Sofa in Ultra-Suede by Kazuhide Takahama for Knoll
By Knoll, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cushioned structures as the backrest and seat. Upholstered in a plush, purple ultra-suede with an aluminum
Aluminum, Chrome
Sold
H 30 in W 64 in D 35 in
Gorgeous Ultra-Suede Petite Cloud Sofa Loveseat Mid-Century Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous black ultra-suede kidney shaped petite cloud sofa loveseat designed by Vladimir Kagan
Upholstery
Ultra Modern Sofa/ Daybed with Streamline Design
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sleek all upholstered sofa with streamline design. Newly upholstered in a fine woven tweed fabric
Danish Modern Sofa Upholstered in Ultra Suede
Located in Hudson, NY
1960s Sofa Upholstered in Ultra Suede with Beech Rails and Legs
Ultra Rare Arne Hovmand Olsen Sofa
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Staggering and ultra rare sofa designed by architect Arne Hovmand Olsen for cabinet maker Pedersen
Ultra-Low Leather Lounge Sofa by Soto, Costa Rica, 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A stunning designer sofa by Soto, a small high-end furniture maker in Costa Rica. Solid mahogany
$13,794 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Curved or Circular Modular Serpentine Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A six piece modular sofa circa 1970's. These feature their original burnt orange wool fabric. In usable condition but would look great with updated fabric. We have 2 matching sof...
Fabric
Icy Blue Dunbar-Style Sofa with Walnut Base + Legs
By Adrian Pearsall, Paul McCobb, Dunbar Furniture, Jonathan Adler, Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
Midcentury Modern long icy sky blue velvet/velour sofa in low, long and lean proportions. A solid walnut stretcher and six legs, in conjunction with the color keeps this feeling ligh...
Walnut, Textile
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 98 wide x 30 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 21 inches All pieces of furnitur...
Upholstery, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic long-frame sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall, featuring his signature gently arcing silhouette and tapered walnut legs. Fully reupholstered in Maharam's premium "Meld" wool ...
Fabric, Walnut
$22,090 / set
H 24 in W 108 in D 32 in
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968
By Harvey Probber, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness corner sectional sofa, lacquer red, 1968-1972. Gorgeous low slung modern sectional seating set of three. This is a truly extraordinary, m...
Textile, Wool, Mohair
Lorenzo F. Davanzati for The Pace Collection 'Bounty' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lorenzo Forges Davanzati for The Pace Collection, sofa, model 'Bounty', brown alcantara, lacquered wood, United States, 1980s. The Italian designer, Lorenzo Davanzati, designed the ...
Ultrasuede, Wood, Lacquer
$2,097Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 61.42 in D 31.5 in
Vico Magistretti for Cassina "Maralunga" Sofa in Blue Fabric
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa designed by Vico Magistretti for the Cassina factory in the 1970s. The two-seater sofa is entirely upholstered in original fabric of the time in perfect condition, no rips or da...
Fabric, Cotton, Plastic
Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A chocolate brown 1970s sofa designed by one of the most iconic Mid Century Modern Designers Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. Modern. Confident. Elegant. The sofa floats atop...
Upholstery, Wood
$19,500
H 29 in W 88 in D 36 in
Vintage Postmodern Sofa by Preview, Reupholstered in Kelly Wearstler Velvet
By Preview
Located in Miami, FL
1980s Designer Preview sofa, masterfully reupholstered to keep the visual symmetry of the bold diagonal stripes in Sereno velvet fabric by Kelly Wearstler.
Velvet
Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
At last, a mid-century sofa at a comfortable seat height thanks to its 10 inch high legs. Original Harvey Probber mid-century modern sofa with distinctive sloped arms and square tape...
Brass
Vintage Regency Sofa After Barbara Berry for Baker
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite sofa blends timeless Regency elegance with tailored modern lines. Done in the manner of Barbara Barry for Baker. Upholstered in a warm Holly Hunt textured taupe fabric...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 89 in D 36 in
Stunning Asian Bird of Paradise Upholstered Sofa Chinoiserie Midcentury
By Billy Baldwin
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Chinoiserie style upholstered sofa with fabulous vintage bird of paradise floral fabric. This stylish sofa is actually all the rage right now and is in remarkable vintage co...
Upholstery
Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose back cushions. Square dark walnut legs with round brass foot. The piece was reupholst...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa in the Manner of Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-Century Modern chrome sofa in the manner of Harvey Probber, circa 1960s. Our team of expert craftsmen professionally reupholstered the sofa in a beautiful Olympic blue color. It ...
Chrome
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic clean lined sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have updated with Great Plains Mohair by Holly Hunt.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
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