Sofa Tornado by Eric Merthen
By Ire Mobel 1, Eric Merthen
Located in PARIS, FR
3-seater sofa in rosewood and leather by Eric Merthen with a rather classic design but a signature originality of the designer: the leather straps that nicely support the backrest an...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 27.56 in W 76.78 in D 29.53 in
Midcentury Scandinavian Sofa "Tornado" by Ib Eric Merthen for IRE, Sweden
By Eric Merthen
Located in Karlstad, SE
A three-seat sofa model "Tornado" by Erik Merthen for IRE Möbler (Sweden), 1960s.
Teak, Wool
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H 27.96 in W 82.68 in D 32.68 in
Eric Merthen Scandinavian Modern Tornado Sofa 3-Seater for IRE Möbler Sweden 60s
By Eric Merthen
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Three-seater sofa designed by Eric Merthen and manufactured by the IRE Möbler firm in Skillingaryd, Sweden, in the 1960s. Piece in very good condition. At some point it was reuphol...
Leather, Chenille, Hardwood
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H 27.96 in W 58.27 in D 32.68 in
Eric Merthen Scandinavian Modern Tornado Sofa 2-Seater for IRE Möbler Sweden 60s
By Eric Merthen
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Two-seater sofa designed by Eric Merthen and manufactured by the IRE Möbler firm in Skillingaryd, Sweden, in the 1960s. The loverseats edition of this model is extremely hard to com...
Leather, Chenille, Hardwood
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.