$11,000
H 38 in W 85 in D 44 in
Fabulous Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa 2 Ottoman Mid-Centuy Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Shelter Sofa and 2 ottomans by Milo Baughman. A true masterwork, the timeless Shelter
Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa This sofa measures: 88 wide x 43 deep x
Upholstery, Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa This sofa measures: 85 wide x 42 deep x
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Painted Banquette
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
solidly constructed frame makes for a sheltering sofa as well, with a removable bench seat cushion
Upholstery, Wood
Donghia Shelter-Arm Sofa Fortuny Style Damask Champagne Fabric
By Donghia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant shelter-arm form sofa in a Fortuny attributed champagne and ivory damask upholstery
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$15,000
H 34.5 in W 82 in D 31.25 in
Thomas Thos, Moser "Hartford" Custom White Leather and Fig Maple Sofa, USA, 2016
By Thomas Moser
Located in Miami, FL
Custom Thos. Moser Hartford shelter arm sofa rendered in white leather upholstery with three
Leather, Maple
Quilted Vintage Military Canvas Throw Blanket
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
After several years of using military canvas half shelters to upholster our sofas and chairs from
Canvas
Vintage Military Canvas Quilt
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
After several years of using military canvas half shelters to upholster our sofas and chairs from
Canvas
Shelter Sofa in Belgian Linen
Located in New Orleans, LA
Shelter Sofa in Belgian Linen
Iron
Rare High Back Shelter Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Wayne, NJ
Rare high back shelter sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
Stunning Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa w Down Pillows- Very Comfortable
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Hudson, NY
Really great Milo Baughman "Shelter" sofa. This piece is stunning in scale and so comfortable. The
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Mid-Century Shelter Sofa and Ottomans
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman mid-century shelter sofa and ottomans The sofa measures: 90 wide x 44 deep x 37
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 88 in L 39 in
Early Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa in Chocolate Brown Velour Midcentury Mod
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Hudson, NY
Really great early version of Milo Baughman "Shelter" sofa on brass casters. This piece is stunning
Brass
Paul McCobb Style Mid Century Walnut and Brass Shelter Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb style Mid Century walnut and brass shelter sofa Sofa measures: 73 wide x 29 deep x 35
Brass
Sold
H 38 in W 84 in D 44 in
Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa and Matching Storage Ottomans for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A hard to find Baughman shelter sofa with two matching storage ottomans, this sofa draws it's name
Upholstery
Nine Foot Harvey Probber Shelter Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hudson, NY
Nine Foot Long Harvey Probber Shelter Style Sofa Beautiful all original piece. Has been kept in
Upholstery, Walnut
Grey Velvet Tufted Shelter Style Sofas, a Pair
Located in Wichita, KS
These lovely tailored silver grey shelter sofas feature a tight arm, tight back and tailored seat
Velvet
Harvey Probber Shelter Style Sofa in Cerulean Blue Velvet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Danville, CA
Fabulous shelter style sofa by Harvey Probber painstakingly restored and refinished. The sofa sits
Upholstery, Walnut, Hardwood
Thayer Coggin Curved Serpentine Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Southampton, NJ
, this dramatically shaped sofa features a shelter style frame designed to nest your body maximizing
Foam, Polyester, Wood
Sold
H 29 in W 96 in D 36 in
MN Originals Gondola Style Sofa Manner of Dunbar Classic Modern w Brass Legs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Hudson, NY
shelter style sofa with original upholstery and brass legs. Upholstery is not great and should be re-done.
Brass
Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa and Ottomans
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in East Hampton, NY
Shelter sofa and ottomans by Thayer Coggin for Milo Baughman... ready for a second life with your
Mohair, Wood
Shelter Sofa Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Fraser, MI
Please message us for a cost effective shipping quote to your location. Shelter Sofa designed by
Fabric
Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa with Ottomans
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare Milo Baughman shelter sofa with four loose back cushions and two matching ottomans on
Vintage Mid-Century Shelter Sofa Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Shelter sofa by Milo Baughman, 1973. Rare sofa, with high back and arms. Classic and modern
Fabric
Sold
H 37.5 in W 43.5 in D 86 in
Milo Baughman Ivory / Beige Shelter Sofa (Pair Available; Priced Individually)
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Milo Baughman shelter sofas designed in 1970. Pair available and priced individually. Designer
Fabric
Sold
H 39 in W 86 in D 44 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa with Treasure Chest Ottomans
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
This seldom seen vintage Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa designed by Milo Baughman still retains its
Milo Baughman Shelter Sofa and Ottomans
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
High walled sofa with pair of ottomans. Sofa is upholstered with new foam and pincore cushion in
Brass
Milo Baughman Ottoman with Storage
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
This piece is designed to go with the rare shelter sofa designed in the early 1970s. Ample room
Fabric
Vintage White Linen Slip Covered Shelter Arm Modern Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
White linen slip covered shelter arm modern sofa Beautiful Belgian linen slip covered sofa, with
Linen
Modern Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams 86" Shelter Arm Sofa
By Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Shelter Arm Sofa Modern Design Sleek and sophisticated three person
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 36 in W 119 in D 90 in
Stunning Large-Scale Harvey Probber Style Shelter Sectional Sofa, Mid-Century
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Over the top fabulous large-scale sectional sofa attributed to Harvey Probber. Reupholstered about
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare and dramatic shelter sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the 1970s. Original
White sofa - Ivory crewel
Located in Santa Monica, CA
18thC. style shelter sofa with crewel fabric
Wood, Fabric
Sofa by Saladino
By John Saladino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Studded Shelter Sofa. Tufted, olive green/gray linen upholtery, with charcoal and beige taped edge
Linen, Leather
Vintage Modernist Shelter Sofa
By Las Venus
Located in New York, NY
Handsome and plush shelter sofa shown in a beautiful black velvet. Please contact for location.
On Hold|$5,615 / set
H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Model 969 Chairs by Gio Ponti for Montina, Italy, 1970s
By Montina, Gio Ponti
Located in Milan, IT
Set of four chairs by Gio Ponti for Montina. Natural finish wood frames with scroll backrest.
Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Pink Marble Pedestal Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning pink marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Marble
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex in fabric. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in cont...
Fabric
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Antique Swedish WH Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This antique painted cabinet from Sweden dates back to the 19th century. While its elegant arched crown and curved door decorations show influences from the French Rococo style, its ...
Wood
$5,500
H 27 in W 102 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the iconic Gondola Sofa, a masterpiece of mid-century modern design by Adrian Pearsall. With its sculptural silhouette, this sofa embodies the sleek, organic aesthetic th...
Fabric, Walnut
American Designer, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and yellow velvet sectional sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 25.25” H x 98” W x 98” D Seat Height: 17”
Velvet, Rattan
19th Century French Painted Sideboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French painted sideboard. With significant storage space, counting three single top drawers and double shelving inside that runs continuously the length of the piece.
Wood
19th century Scandinavian Neoclassical Console
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century Scandinavian Neoclassical console table with one drawer and carved fluted decor around the apron on all four sides. Stands on four turned legs joined by bottom carved st...
Iron
Set of 2 Alabaster and Bronze Sconces
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of wall lights in polished brass and enlightened alabaster cups. France, 2026.
Alabaster, Bronze
$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas
By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...
Blown Glass
$1,950 / item
H 13 in W 10.5 in D 5.25 in
Galvanized Metal and Glass Outdoor Wall Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Elegant form with two swinging glass doors and painted back plate. Made in italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not ...
Iron
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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