Torbjørn Afdal — Model “Winston” Sofa
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
An exceptional and rare Winston sofa designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Tegnekontor and produced by Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik, Norway, circa 1960.
Leather, Rosewood
$7,052
H 27.56 in W 77.56 in D 30.71 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare sofa by Torbjørn Afdal model "Studio Open", designed in 1965.
Leather, Rosewood
$8,600
H 29.25 in W 94 in D 27 in
Scandinavian Mid Century Minerva Four Seat Sofa by Torjorn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in New York, NY
This piece is known as the Minerva sofa, it was designed by Torbjorn Afdal, crafted by Brukdsbo , made in Norway, circa 1960's.
Leather, Rosewood
Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
High quality and elegant rosewood and black leather Torbjørn Afdal "Minerva" sofa for Bruksbo. This is a four-seat sofa from Scandinavian origin.
Leather, Rosewood
Rosewood Sofa Table 1960s, Norwegian
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Notteroy, NO
Manufactured in Norway in the 1960s this beautiful rosewood table can be placed in a lounge, office, hallway as a side table, sofa table or coffee table. The table is unmarked/unlabe...
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 30.71 in W 24.81 in D 29.93 in
Torbjorn Afdal Hunter Modular Leather Sofa and Easy Chairs
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Alvesta, SE
Rare sofa set by Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo Norway. With this set you can combine your own sofa group.
Leather, Canvas, Hardwood
Torbjørn Afdal “Minerva” Sofa for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Munich, DE
This is a four-seat sofa from Scandinavian origin. Torbjørn Afdal designed it in 1965.
Leather, Rosewood
Krobo bench in teak by Torbjörn Afdal, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Göteborg, SE
Krobo bench in teak by Torbjörn Afdal is a piece of furniture of high quality and stylish design. Made of teak wood, a durable and beautiful type of wood that gives a warm and natura...
Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 131.5 in D 33.47 in
Five-Seater Sofa Set Hunter by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type - very confortable.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 30.71 in W 51.19 in D 33.47 in
Two-Seater Sofa Set Hunter by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Praha, CZ
- very confortable - rare type - in nice condition.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 74.81 in
Danish Sofa in Rosewood, Leather and Fabric by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Magnificent Scandinavian sofa. Superb woodwork on the shoulders which are in full leather, seats and backrests in new petrol blue velvet which blends perfectly with the black of the ...
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Sold
H 13.39 in W 78.75 in D 14.57 in
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench or Coffee Table for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Oslo, NO
A two meter long rosewood 'Krobo' bench or coffee table.
Rosewood
Torbjørn Afdal “Karo” Modular Sofa by B.J. Hansen for Bruksbo
By Bruskbo, Bjarne Hansen, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare modular sofa designed for Bruksbo by Torbjorn Afdal and produced by B.J.
Teak
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s
By Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Krobo bench, table designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Manufactured in Norway by Mellemstrands Trevareindustri during the 1960s. Made from rosewood.
Rosewood
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood “Krobo” Bench, Norway, 1960s
By Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Krobo bench, table designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Manufactured in Norway by Mellemstrands Trevareindustri during the 1960s. Made from rosewood.
Rosewood
Torbjorn Afdal leather sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural leather sofa by designer/architect Torbjorn Afdal. Produced in Norway by Stranda Industri in collaboration with Bruksbo.
Leather, Oak
Torbjørn Afdal Rosewood & Leather Sofa for Svein Bjørneng
By Dokka Mobler, Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Norwegian modern sofa designed by Torbjørn Afdal for Svein Bjørneng circa 1960’s.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 30.71 in W 76.78 in D 31.89 in
Three-Seater Sofa Set Hunter by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway, 1960s
By Bruksbo
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type - confortable - in nice condition.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 51.25 in D 29.5 in
Torbjørn Afdal Settee in Olive Colored Leather and Woven Cane for Bruksbo, 1960s
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Torbjorn Afdal designed sofa in stained beech with top grain olive colored leather cushions and woven double sided cane in the back and sides.
Leather, Mahogany
Loveseat Sofa by Torbjorn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vintage 1950s retro sofa with splayed legs.
Wool, Wood
Loveseat Sofa by Torbjorn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1950s Retro Sofa with Splayed Legs from Norway This Red Sofa is accented with a charcoal fabric on the back and arms. The fabric is vintage condition that shows well, or w...
Vintage Modular Karo Sofa by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Stockholm, SE
A special modular sofa "Karo" designed for Bruksbo by Torbjørn Afdal.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 25.99 in W 81.11 in D 28.35 in
Norwegian Cream Leather and Rosewood Three-Seat Sofa by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Norwegian cream leather and rosewood three-seat sofa designed by Torbjørn Afdal, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 25.99 in W 57.49 in D 28.35 in
Norwegian Cream Leather and Rosewood Two-Seater Sofa by Torbjorn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Norwegian cream leather and rosewood two-seat sofa designed by Torbjorn Afdal, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area.
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Minerva Three Seat Sofa by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
High quality black leather sofa Minerva, designed by Norwegian designer Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo.
Leather, Rosewood
Sofa by Torbjørn Afdal, Norway Teak and Black Wool
By Torbjørn Afdal, Nesjestranda Møbelfabrik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern sofa by Torbjørn Afdal. Made in Norway. Solid teak sculpted frame with textured black wool upholstery.
Teak, Wool
Midcentury Walnut "Krobo" Bench by Torbjørn Afdal, 1960s
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Malmo, SE
A midcentury solid walnut bench, model Krobo, by Norwegian designer Torbjørn Afdal. Elegant design with elevated edges and sleek lines. Good vintage condition with minor signs of usa...
Walnut
Rosewood and Leather 4-Seater Sofa by Torbjorn Afdal
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic Rosewood 4-Seater Sofa designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Vatne Møbler.
Rosewood, Leather
Bellis Sofa Table by Torbjorn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Round Coffee Table by Torbjorn Afdal. This Vintage Coffee Table is in like-new condition and can add that special elegance to a room. Ready for pick up, delivery, or...
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Red Leather Three-Seat Sofa by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Red leather, three-seat sofa by Torbjørn Afdal of Norway.
Leather
Sold
H 29.14 in W 80.71 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Danish Rosewood Sofa / Settee by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Vintage Danish rosewood sofa / settee Designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Denmark, 1960s Solid turned rosewood three seat settee.
Rosewood
$9,226
H 26.78 in W 83.47 in D 31.11 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Sofa for Gavina, Brown Leather, 1962
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” sofa for Gavina, brown leather, Italy, 1962 The "Bastiano" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Knoll in 1962, epitomizes architectural d...
Leather, Wood
$12,670 / item
H 30 in W 120 in D 33 in
Terrazza Divano (Terrace Couch) by Greg Palombo. Solid wood and leather
Located in Hurricane, UT
An all solid wood sofa with leather upholstery and integrated side tables made by American designer and maker, Greg Palombo. Like all pieces from Greg Palombo, this sofa was designed...
Leather, Sapele Wood
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
Finn Juhl Jupiter Sofa France and Son Denmark 1965 Black
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Danish modern so called Jupiter sofa model 218 designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by France and Son, Denmark 1965. The sofa has a solid rosewood frame and black leather seating. ...
Leather, Rosewood
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$3,990 / item
H 33 in W 89 in D 39 in
Rudin Belgian Linen Sofa with Down Wrapped Seat Cushion in Cafe Noir Linen
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Bloom Home Inc Rudin Sofa in Cafe Noir Stone Washed Linen A heavy 18 oz weighted linen, in a rich warm brown tone. Our linen is stone washed to give a soft hand and relaxed look. Th...
Linen, Wood, Down
1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, leather, wood, Denmark, ca. 1960. This modest and comfortable three-seat sofa exhibits characteristics reminiscent of Borge Mogensen's design. The vibrant aestheti...
Leather, Wood
$5,000
H 26.38 in W 27.96 in D 25.99 in
Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1960
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti 930 "Carimate" lounge chair for Cassina, red-lacquered wood and straw seat, Italy, 1960. The 930 "Carimate" easy chair was created for the club house of 'Carimate's...
Straw, Wood
Mid Century Teak Daybed, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice teak daybed, fabricated in The Netherlands in the 60's. It has 4 folding feet, see the last pictures. The mattress is renewed with new foam and it has just been uphols...
Bouclé, Teak
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 80 in D 24 in
Mid Century Brutalist Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
Rare Brutalist Mid Century sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, made in Brazil, circa 1970's. The sofa features a frame constructed of rare hardwood, with original and extremely comfort...
Leather
$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 27 in W 90 in D 35 in
Sensational Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern
By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational Milo Baughman style Swaim 3 seater sofa with luscious Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan Velvet Fabric. This magnificent sofa is in remarkable vintage condition with only light s...
Upholstery
$6,396Sale Price|38% Off
H 30 in W 75.5 in D 29 in
Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic design features cylindric...
Teak
Vintage Vatne Mobler Teak Sofa by Knut Saeter or Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler, Knut Sæter
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Vatne Mobler Teak Sofa by Knut Saeter for Vatne Mobler Beautiful Lines on this teak sofa. Just requires new upholstery as the pillows are no longer accompanying the sofa. Pr...
Teak
Large Vintage Tan Leather Contemporary Designer Sofa
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Vintage Tan Leather Contemporary Designer Sofa. The sofa is very comfortable and can easily sit 3 to 4 people. The leather this...
Leather
Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Göperts Möbler
Located in High Point, NC
A pine "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 15” Arm Height (inches): 23.5" All upholstered furniture can be reuph...
Fabric, Pine
$9,990
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 34.26 in
Arne Norell Sofa Model Indra Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa model Indra designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
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