$17,626
H 27.17 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
Black Danish Mid Century V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø in Leather & Rosewood, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Danish mid century "V11" sofa in dark patinated and original leather with sculptural rosewood
Leather, Rosewood
$17,038
H 27.17 in W 93.71 in D 31.5 in
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa in Original Leather and Rosewood legs, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in amstelveen, NL
An exceptional and rare three-seat V11 sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark, circa 1960s. This
Leather
$17,626
H 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid Century "V11" Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø in Light Brown Leather, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and an iconic example of a Danish mid century three seater sofa model "V11" in thick
Leather, Walnut
$17,626
H 27.17 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid Century V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø in Olive Brown Leather, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and perfect example of an iconic Danish mid century three seater sofa model "V11" in
Leather, Walnut
$9,400
H 24.81 in W 65.75 in D 31.5 in
1960ties Illum Wikkelsoe V11, 2-Seat Sofa by Holger Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø 1919-1999. two-seat sofa, freestanding, upholstered in brown patinated leather
Leather, Rosewood
$21,900
H 25.5 in W 90 in D 32 in
Midcentury 1965 Illum Wikkelsø – Model V11 Three-Seater Leather Sofa - Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and highly collectible Model V11 three-seater sofa is a signature piece by Illum Wikkelsø
Leather
$17,500
H 26.78 in W 91.34 in D 31.89 in
Illum Wikkelsø "V11" Brown Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Leather, Wood
$17,500
H 27.56 in W 91.34 in D 32.88 in
“Model V11” Three-Seater Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
This free-standing sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Leather, Wood
$15,500
H 26.78 in W 85.04 in D 31.3 in
Illum Wikkelsø Model V11 Leather Sofa for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Utrecht, NL
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Leather, Wood
Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare sofa, model V11, was designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø and produced by
Leather, Rosewood
$22,914
H 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Sofa in Rosewood and Original Brown Leather by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960's
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
: Material: Rosewood and original brown leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Very rare sofa model V11
Rosewood, Leather
Illum Wikkelsø, Settee, Brown Leather, Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Manhasset, NY
rare model V11 two seater sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999) for Holger Christiansen in Aarhus
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 26.38 in W 65.75 in D 30.71 in
1960ties Illum Wikkelsoe V11, 2-Seat Sofa by Holger Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Vejle, DK
Illum Wikkelsø 1919-1999. Two-seat sofa, freestanding, upholstered in brown patinated sturdy
Oak
Illum Wikkelso Sofa by Holgar Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Singapore, SG
Wonderful 2-seat sofa, model V11 upholstered in brown leather designed by Illum Wikkelso for Holgar
Leather, Wood
Leather V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
V11 sofa in original leather with full down cushions. Designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Very comfortable
Leather V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
V11 sofa in original leather with full down cushions. Designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Nice even patina
V11 Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
"V11" sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, circa 1965. This piece has been restored in a beautiful nubby cream
Bouclé, Teak
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa by Holger Christiansen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully restored V11 sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø. The original birch legs have been
Velvet
Sold
H 32.29 in W 88.19 in L 32.29 in
1960s Danish V11 Sofa By Illum WIkkelso for Holger Christiansen in Brown Leather
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in London, London
V11 Sofa By Illum Wikkelso For Holger Christiansen Reupholstered in brown leather
Leather
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa for Holger Christiansen
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Los Angeles, CA
low profile sofa features the original black leather upholstery. The sofa sits atop four pyramid
Leather, Wood
Original Black Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Original black leather "V11" sofa by Illum Wikkelsø. Beautiful original patina to the leather.
Leather, Teak
"V11" Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
The V11 leather sofa by Illum Wikkelsø is considered a design Classic. The low back and jacaranda
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa V11 by Holger Christiansen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
A sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen. Down filled cushions with original
Leather
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa V11 by Holger Christiansen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
A sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen. Down filled cushions with original
Leather
Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Sofa, Model V11, Denmark, 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Illum Wikkelsø Sofa, Model V11, Produced by Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960. Original
Leather
Illum Wikkelso Three-Seat Sofa 'V11' in Brown Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Antwerp, BE
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa model V11, brown leather and wood, Denmark, 1960s. Mid-Century
Leather, Rosewood, Down
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat Sofa "V11" in Brown Leather
Located in Nashville, TN
Rare Illum Wikkelsø three-seat sofa, model V11, in brown leather. Original leather with superb
Sold
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Leather, Hardwood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in L 29.53 in
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Brown Leather Three-seat Sofa for Holger Christiansen, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This freestanding sofa, better known as “Model V11” is considered among the masterpiece designs of
Leather, Hardwood
3-Seat Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Holger Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
V11 - 2-seat sofa in light leather with rosewood legs. Maker Holger Christensen.
Leather
3-Seat Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Holger Christensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
V11 - 3-seat sofa in light leather with legs of rosewood. Maker Holger Christiansen.
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 90.56 in D 32.68 in
Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat ‘V11’ Sofa by Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Very well preserved Illum Wikkelsø three-seat ‘V11’ sofa in patinated mustard colored leather and
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 90.56 in D 32.68 in
Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat ‘V11’ Sofa in Cognac Leather, Denmark, 1960s
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Illum Wikkelsø Three-seat ‘V11’ sofa in cognac coloured leather and wooden pyramid legs. Perfect
Leather, Wood
Rosewood and Original Black Leather Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Rosewood and original black leather "V11" sofa by Illum Wikkelsø.
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø sofa model V11 by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
1960ties Illum Wikkelsoe V11, 3-Seat Sofa by Holger Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø, Holger Christiansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Illum Wikkelsø 1919-1999. Three-seat sofa, freestanding, upholstered in brown patinated leather
Leather, Rosewood
Illum Wikkelsø Three-Seat Sofa 'V11' in Light Brown Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa model V11, brown leather and wood, Denmark, 1960s. This three-seat sofa is
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 90.56 in D 31.89 in
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.17 in W 90.56 in D 32.29 in
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa Model V11 Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare sofa model V11 designed by Illum Wikkelsø. Produced by Holger Christiansen in Denmark.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Beautiful Danish Sofa Mod. V11 by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Danish sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø and manufactured by Holger Christiansen in the
Leather
Illum Wikkelsø sofa model V11, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Stockholm, SE
Black Leather sofa model V11 by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s.
Leather
Leather and Rosewood Sofa by Illum Wikkelso
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waltham, MA
Model V11 sofa in leather and rosewood designed by Illum Wilkkelso for Holger Christiansen. This
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 27.5 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa V11 in Brown Leather for Holger Christiansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A nice example of the rare sculptural V11 by Illum Wikkelso. In brown leather with nice patina
Leather, Wood
Brown Leather V11 Settee by Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen
By Holger Christiansen, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed Illum Wikkelsø for Holger Christiansen in 1965 as part of the V11 series, this two-seater
Leather, Rosewood
1960ties Illum Wikkelsoe V11, 3-Seat Sofa by Holger Christensen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Vejle, DK
Illum Wikkelsø 1919-1999. Three-seat sofa, freestanding, upholstered in brown patented leather
Oak
$6,463
H 9.85 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Metafora coffee table by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Casigliani Italy, 1970s
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in amstelveen, NL
Sculptural Metafora travertine coffee table designed by Lella and Massimo Vignelli. in the 1970s. Inspired by the four forms of Euclidean geometry, the cube, the pyramid, the cylinde...
Travertine, Marble
$17,038
H 29.53 in W 172.45 in D 32.29 in
'Down' Sofa in black leather by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1970s
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in amstelveen, NL
Carlo Bartoli Down (Blob) sofa set, 1970s, Italy. “Down” sofa set by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1970s Italy. Part of the Down series this set consist a 2-piece modular so...
Wood, Leather
Bagutta dining table by Henk Vos for Linteloo
By Linteloo
Located in amstelveen, NL
Linteloo Bagutta by Henk Vos , 2000 This beautiful design table is a unique creation by Henk Vos and produced by Linteloo. The model, called "Bagutta" exudes timeless elegance and h...
Oak, Teak, Walnut
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$5,640
H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 31.5 in
De Sede DS-125 Sofa by Gert Lange in cognac Leather, Switzerland, 1980s
By De Sede
Located in amstelveen, NL
Exceptional and highly sculptural DS-125 sofa by Gert Lange for De Sede, Switzerland, circa 1980s. This iconic model exemplifies De Sede’s mastery of leather craftsmanship and arch...
Leather
Finale 1790 Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in amstelveen, NL
Finale 1790 travertine dining table by German designer Peter Draenert. From the 1970s. Characterized by its sculptural presence and refined materiality, this table embodies the perf...
Travertine
$4,700 / set
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Maralunga lounge chairs in purple velvet by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in amstelveen, NL
Maralunga lounge chairs, original dark velvet upholstery. Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1973. The backrest can be raised or lowered for total comfort. It won the Compasso d'Oro award ...
Velvet
$7,050
H 29.53 in W 96.46 in D 19.69 in
Vittorio Introini “Pellicano” Sideboard for Saporiti, Italy, 1960s
By Vittorio Introini, Silvio Coppola
Located in amstelveen, NL
Italian modern “Pellicano” sideboard designed by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti, circa 1960s. This long, credenza features a beautifully proportioned architectural form, finished in...
Ash, Lacquer
$4,676
H 28.35 in W 82.68 in D 45.28 in
Folding / Extendable dining Table by Silvio Coppola for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
By Bernini, Silvio Coppola
Located in amstelveen, NL
Walnut wood Folding table designed by Silvio Coppola for Bernini, Italy, circa 1960s. This sophisticated piece exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and functional innovation of pos...
Walnut
$7,638 / set
H 30.32 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
Set of Four “Lira e Liuto” Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Exceptional set of four Lira e Liuto (Cassina CAB-K5) chairs designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, circa 1980s. These iconic chairs exemplify Bellini’s sculptural approach ...
Leather
$4,465
H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Paul Kingma slate and stone mosaic coffee table on steel base, 1967
By Paul Kingma
Located in amstelveen, NL
Striking and sculptural coffee table by Dutch artist and designer Paul Kingma, 1967. This work features a hand-composed mosaic top made from carefully selected pieces of natural sla...
Stone, Slate
Set of Two 'Pamplona' Chairs by Augusto Savini, 1960s
By Pozzi, Augusto Savini
Located in amstelveen, NL
Augusto Savini for Pozzi, 'Pamplona' dining chairs, black lacquered ash wood, caramel leather upholstery, Italy, 1960s, set of 2. Armchairs in black wood and new leather upholstery....
Leather, Bentwood
Modular Mississippi sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in amstelveen, NL
The Mississippi Sofa (1965), designed by French master Pierre Paulin for Artifort, is a true design classic. Its modular, undulating form captures the rhythm of a meandering river, t...
Wool
$14,806Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 29.53 in W 23.04 in D 22.64 in
Set of 2 One of a Kind Pierre Chapo "R40" cabinets in solid Elm, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in amstelveen, NL
R40 Cabinets by Pierre Chapo in Solid Elm, France, 1970 . Extremely rare version of the R40 cabinets. Custom-made for a client's office in the 1970s. As far as we know there is only...
Elm
Glass "Ghost" Chair by Cini Boeri for Fiam Italy, 1980s
By FIAM, Cini Boeri
Located in amstelveen, NL
Ghost chair designed by Cini Boeri and Tomu Katayanagi and manufactured by Fiam, Italy, 1980s. This fantastic transparent 12mm glass chair is made of thick curved & hardened glas...
Glass
$9,400
H 27.96 in W 145.67 in D 35.44 in
Modular 4-seater Fiandra sofa in cream fabric by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in amstelveen, NL
Fiandra sofa, Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1975 This elegant and understated sofa was designed by renowned Italian designer Vico Magistretti (1920–2006) for Cassina. Comprising four m...
Wool, Cotton, Linen, Jute
The work of furniture designer Illum Wikkelsø wholly embodies the spirit of Scandinavian modernism. With their organic forms and wealth of angles inspired by the Danish countryside, his vintage lounge chairs, sofas and other seating pieces offer ergonomic comfort and lasting visual appeal.
Born Kristian Illum Wikkelsø and raised in a town near Faaborg, Denmark, the designer grew up around carpentry and cabinetmaking. He apprenticed with a cabinetmaker in his teens and enrolled in classes at the Technical Society School in Copenhagen as well as the Danish School of Arts & Crafts. At the latter, Wikkelsø studied under Kaare Klint, an architect and designer widely recognized as the father of modern Danish furniture.
After completing his studies, Wikkelsø went on to work with famed Danish architect and furniture maker Jacob Kjær. After a time with Kjær, he moved on. He went to work for designer and architect Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen at Hvidt & Mølgaard, a firm established by Mølgaard-Nielsen — Wikkelsø’s former instructor at the Technical Society School — and Peter Hvidt that yielded more than 250 designs and lasted over 30 years.
In 1954, Wikkelsø opened his own design studio in Aarhus, Denmark. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he made quite a name for himself, with designs that were new and innovative to the industry at the time. He created furniture for Holger Christiansen and secured commissions from the Danish government. While he’s likely best known today for his inviting teak and leather lounge chairs or slender rosewood dining chairs, some of Wikkelsø’s 1960s-era lounge chairs merged Danish craftsmanship and Pop art with their unconventionally shaped chrome frames and vibrantly colored upholstery.
Wikkelsø passed away in 1999, but collectors around the world continue to prize his outstanding designs.
Find vintage Illum Wikkelsø tables, seating and case pieces on 1stDibs.
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.