Stiletto Sofa Channeling Tufted Custom, Purple, Metal Veneer Base, Tight Seat
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Stiletto sofa is sophisticated and plush. Its sleek wenge frame and rich upholstery make this piece a perfect balance of comfort and luxury.
Wenge
POMPE SOFA - Modern Camel Velvet Sofa with Stiletto Legs and a Waterfall Back
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
POMPE SOFA - Modern Camel Velvet Sofa with Stiletto Legs and a Waterfall Back The Pompe Sofa is a stunning piece of furniture that takes inspiration from the glamorous stilettos of ...
Metal
Stiletto Sectional Contemporary Channeling Seat Back Base Tight Seat Back Wengé
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Stiletto sectional is sophisticated and plush. Its sleek wengé frame and rich upholstery make this piece a perfect balance of comfort and luxury.
Wenge
Stiletto Sectional ‘Loose Cushions’-Tufted, Metal Base, Wenge Veneer, Round Arms
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Stiletto Sectional Loose cushions is sophisticated and plush. Its sleek wengé frame with loose cushions added soft tufting buttons, rounded arms making a rich upholstery and make...
Fabric
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H 31.5 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Italian Midcentury Sofa with New Upholstery and Brass Stiletto Feet, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent midcentury sofa manufactured in the 1950s in Italy. The design of the sofa is very much in the style of Carlo de Carli.
Brass
Vintage Midcentury Italian Sofa Upholstered in Blue Silk Velvet
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1960s Italian midcentury sofa with black stiletto legs with polished black feet.
Brass
SACHA CHAISE - Modern Chaise Lounge in Camel Luxury Velvet
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SACHA CHAISE - Modern Chaise Lounge in Camel Luxury Velvet The Sacha Chaise Lounge is a sleek and stylish piece of furniture designed for modern living spaces. The lounge features a...
Upholstery
Italian Mid-Century Sectional
Located in Red Lion, PA
Vintage original Italian mid-century sofa/sectional. Made up of two pieces that fit together at an angle creating a curve shape, sitting on tapered wood legs. The sofa is certainly a...
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Preview Sectional Sofa with Chaise
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Preview Sectional Sofa with Chaise This sectional sofa measures: 113 wide x 67 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches We take our photos in a controlled...
Upholstery, Wood
$15,500
H 24.81 in W 90.56 in D 36.23 in
Cini Boeri "Gradual System" Sofa for Gavina, Camel Velvet, 1970
By Gavina, Cini Boeri
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Cini Boeri “Gradual System” two-seater sofa for Gavina, camel velvet, Italy, 1970 Designed in 1970 for Gavina, the “Gradual System” by Cini Boeri is a visionary example of modular d...
Velvet
Large Custom Sectional Sofa with Chaise Lounge
Located in Greenwich, CT
This sectional sofa was a custom order that features three sections: a chaise lounge, loveseat and pod chaise. It also features a low back, with track arms. The back cushions are stu...
Wood
$1,350Sale Price|55% Off
H 30 in W 127 in D 100 in
Mid Century Modern Sectional Sofa with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern sofa features three piece sectional design, beautiful white vintage upholstery, removable cushions, and tufted seat backs. Dimensions: 127w from arm to arm ...
Fabric, Upholstery
Elegant Harvey Probber Two-Part Sectional Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
A well-tailored, nicely proportioned and architecturally clean-looking design this two-piece sectional sofa by Harvey Probber. With even arms, tufted seat cushions and six loose cush...
Upholstery, Wood
NUAGE SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Antique Velvet
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Nuage Sofa is a finely crafted piece of furniture that embodies modern design and comfort. It is proudly made in the USA, highlighting its commitment to quality craftsmanship. Th...
Upholstery
$12,360 / item
H 30.32 in W 133.86 in D 38.19 in
Sectional Sofa Upholstered in Velvet with an Upholstered Plinth Base
Located in New York, NY
This generously proportioned modular sofa offers exceptional versatility and comfort through its thoughtfully designed components, all seamlessly upholstered in a cohesive material. ...
Upholstery, Velvet
$2,750
H 32 in W 88.5 in D 36 in
Larry Laslo for Directional Purple Modern Italian Bauhaus Style Chrome Leg Sofa
By Larry Laslo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Larry Laslo for Directional Purple Modern Italian Bauhaus Style Chrome Leg Sofa. Item features 6 chrome metal legs, purple microfiber upholstery, original label, clean modernist line...
Metal
Custom Channeled Velvet Sectional with Chaise in Deep Purple
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
A bold, lounge-driven sectional defined by its deep channeling and saturated purple velvet. The low, continuous seat flows into a generous chaise, while the softly angled back and ar...
Velvet, Poplar, Wood, Maple
$19,400 / item
H 29.73 in W 137.8 in D 70.87 in
Extra Deep Curved Sofa Offered In Performance Velvet and Metal Base
Located in New York, NY
Made to order sofa with deep curved chaise offered in a selection of luxurious performance soft velvets. The velvet is stain resistant, and water repellent. The base is offered in me...
Stainless Steel
$13,870 / item
H 35.04 in W 106.3 in D 68.9 in
Beautiful Sofa Frame Made of Solid Timber and Wood Silk Velvet
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Wood, Leather, Fabric
$11,544
H 28.75 in W 59.45 in D 14.97 in
B&B Italia Charles Designer Sectional Sofa, Chaise and Back Unit
Located in Nottingham, GB
Introduced in 1997, the Charles collection has become synonymous with refined elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and outstanding comfort. Distinguished by its slim architectural pr...
Wool
$22,425
H 28 in W 120 in D 34.5 in
Lizo Sectional-Tight Seat & Back, Lacquer Base, Pull Tufting, Storage, Upholster
Located in Ridgewood, NY
This sleek minimal L-shape sectional is the perfect combination of glossy lacquer and rich textured fabric. The Lizo Sectional strikes just the right balance between minimalism and c...
Fabric
$12,190 / item
H 29 in W 91 in D 28 in
Abyss Mini Sofa Chaise Channeling Deep Tufted Metal Legs Velvet Purple Custom
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Asymmetrical contours of the Mini Abyss Sofa allow your eyes to roam to and from each of its unique ends. The horizon of the sofa is reminiscent of a casual lounge which melds into a...
Fabric
Certified Maison Bagues Ship Chandelier - iron and crystal
By Maison Baguès
Located in Paris, FR
Certified Maison Baguès Chandelier - iron and crystal Finish: Gold or Silver gilding Re-edition of its old model "Le Bateau". UL listing available for an additional charge.
Crystal, Iron
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$1,165 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech, Linen
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$26,225 / set
H 6.7 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the original and colorfull ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric! Designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France. In the 1970s Hans Hopfer created the Mah Jong...
Fabric
Midcentury Knoll Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Authentic Midcentury Modern Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll – Premium Stainless Steel Version Offered for sale is an iconic Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies ...
Stainless Steel
$1,709 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
LUfo Ceiling Light
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LUFO perforated brass dome ceiling light by Lumfardo Luminaires. Part of our contemporary collection the LUFO ceiling light is in a darkened patina finish. Hand perforations frame ar...
Brass
$163,180
H 110.24 in W 127.56 in D 127.56 in
1 BANGA space age micro architecture prefab house bungalow by Carlo Zappa, 1971
By Carlo Zappa
Located in Hyères, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
here we offer one of 2 bangas, with black interior. the second one with light grey interior is offered in another listing. a banga shows ways in which we could live more sustainably...
Fiberglass
$5,200
H 71.25 in W 80.25 in D 3 in
Antique Polychrome Baroque Gilt Venetian-Style Carved Wood King Headboard
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This exquisite antique Venetian-style king bed is a true showstopper, featuring an intricately hand-carved and gilded frame with a soft, distressed celadon green finish. The elaborat...
Wood
$2,962 / item
H 30 in W 32 in D 36 in
Lawson-Fenning Griffin Chair, Velvet & Solid Walnut, Modern Lounge Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Griffin Chair is a wide, armless lounge chair that features biscuit tufting. The base is solid American Walnut or White Oak. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handma...
Velvet, Walnut
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Custom Sofa in Wabi Sabi Linen Roses Créme French Linen
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made to order Wabi Sabi French Linen Rose Fabric Upholstered Sofa Introducing our custom sofa in French linen, featuring the elegant Wabi Sabi Rose fabric. Sink into luxurious...
Linen
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