Playful "Pillow Sofa" by Muller Van Severen, Mint Green single seat in leather
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Pillow Sofa is designed by Muller Van Severen and presented by BD. This sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system. The independent pillows are crisp and richly...
Leather, Foam, Polyester
Pillow Sofa X Kassl Central Module in Lacquer Cotton by Muller Van Severen
Located in Geneve, CH
Pillow Sofa X Kassl Central Module in Lacquer Cotton by Muller Van Severen Dimensions: D 85 x W 70 x H 68 cm. SH: 40 cm. Materials: Polyester foam, polyester wadding, black lacquer c...
Steel
Pillow Sofa X Kassl Individual Module in Lacquer Cotton by Muller Van Severen
Located in Geneve, CH
Pillow Sofa X Kassl Individual Module in Lacquer Cotton by Muller Van Severen Dimensions: D 85 x W 100 x H 68 cm. SH: 40 cm. Materials: Polyester foam, polyester wadding, black lacqu...
Steel
Corner "Pillow Sofa" by Muller Van Severen in leather, white, brown, mint green
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Pillow Sofa is designed by Muller Van Severen and presented by BD. This sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system. The independent pillows are crisp and richly...
Leather, Foam, Polyester
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Bamboo Love Seat or Sofa, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Nicely shaped rattan and bamboo frame. This wonderful Vintage Mid-Century Modern love seat or sofa is in very good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
Bamboo
Set of Garden Furniture with Two Armchairs and One Sofa in Forged Iron
Located in Miami, FL
Set of garden furniture with two armchairs and one sofa in forged iron Beautiful handmade set of patio or garden furniture. It´s made of forged iron with a special antioxidant paint...
Marble, Iron
1940s Granada Islamic Spain Textile with Arabic Calligraphy Writing
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Could be used as a piano shawl, sofa throw, decorative Spanish Moorish wall hanging tapestry or table cover.
Cotton, Silk
Antique Spanish Oak Coffee Table with Two Carved Drawers, Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
Perfectly suited to pair with a set of armchairs or a sofa, this Spanish oak table brings the charm of traditional European interiors into your living space.
Oak
Two-door Cabinet by Børge Mogensen. Denmark, FDB Møbler, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Among his most iconic pieces are the Spanish Chair, the 2213 Sofa, and the J39 “People’s Chair.”
Teak
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Early California Rancho Style Monterey Furniture Lounge Club Chair c 1930's
By Monterey Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Please view the companion early California, Rancho, Spanish Revival, Arts and Crafts sofa, chest, desk and mirror we have listed separately at Barbarella Home on 1st Dibs.
Iron
Beech Slatback Chairs by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa”. Mogensen’s goal has always be...
Bouclé, Wood, Fabric
Børge Mogensen Oak Daybed "Model 190" for Fredericia, Denmark 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Utrecht, NL
The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa”. Mogensen’s goal has always be...
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat This sofa it´s very heavy and sturdy.
Cane, Bentwood
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
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No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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