Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and red velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Arredamenti Borsani, Italy, 1940s.
Velvet, Wood
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Carl Cederholm and produced by Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height
Mohair, Wood
$11,224
Valabrega sofa - Italy 1940s
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Paris, FR
Ernesto Valabrega Sofa - Italy, 1940 Dark wood frame with organic shapes and zoomorphic legs. 3-seater sofa reupholstered in a tan/leopard fabric from Lelièvre Paris.
Fabric, Wood
Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Made in finest wood and quality. 1940s
Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.
Velvet, Wood
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Sheepskin, Wood
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A purple velvet and birch sofa, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Velvet, Birch
Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
A stained mahogany and yellow horsehair fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940s.
Fabric, Mahogany
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.
Fabric, Pine
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and grey beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 16” Arm Height (inches): 25" Condition: upholstered at some point in recent time.
Fabric, Oak
Paul Frankl Custom Sofa, Pair Available, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paul Frankl sofa, matched pair available. USA, circa 1944. From an important estate. Silk over oak frame. Measures: 88 W x 27 D x 33 H in. 224 W x 68.5 D x 83.8 H cm. Featured in...
Silk, Wood
Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Thanks to its curved shape, this sofa is exceptionally cosy and elegant, a statement piece that is also referred to as a conversation sofa.
Wood, Fabric
Sofa by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare sofa designed during the first half of the 20th century by an unknown Swedish designer.
Sheepskin, Beech
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A large five-seat purple velvet, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1940s.
Brass
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater "Banana" Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognisable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...
Fabric, Beech
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Swedish two-seater sofa is an early example of Nordic mid-century modern design and of outstanding craftsmanship with a quality that honours the materials and their us...
Fabric, Wood
Carl-Johan Boman, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in High Point, NC
A white fabric and wood sofa designed by Carl-Johan Boman and produced by Oy Boman Ab, Finland, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Augusto Romano Attribution, Sofa, Wood, Rush, Italy, 1940s
By Augusto Romano
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and wicker sofa attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1940s.
Rush, Wood
Paul Frankl Custom Sofa, 1940s, Pair Available
By Paul Frankl
Located in Amarillo, TX
Paul Frankl sofa, matched pair available, USA, circa 1944. From an important estate. Silk over oak frame. Measure: 88 W x 27 D x 33 H in. 224 W x 68.5 D x 83.8 H cm. Featured in ...
Silk, Oak
French Designer, Sofa, Wood, Iron, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, cast iron, and yellow fabric sofa designed and produced in France, c. 1940s.
Iron
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Elm, Beech, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An elm, beech and green fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Elm
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Seat height: 19.5” Arm height: 25.25”
Brass
Swedish Art Deco Velvet Sofa Curved Design, 1940s
By OPE Möbler
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Sofa is gifted with wonderful, curved lines and new velvet upholstery. The golden yellow velvet gives a modern and sophisticated look. New upholstery with signs of use. The le...
Velvet, Birch
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.'
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Organic Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and red fabric sofa, designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 15" Arm Height (inches): 25.38" All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Bertil Söderberg Sofa, Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s
By Bertil Söderberg 1, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in The Hague, NL
This sculptural sofa was designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s.
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Swedish Modern Sofa from Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
By Berga Mobler
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant Swedish Modern sofa from Berga Möbler, with rounded lines and fun sculpted legs. Original mole colored plush upholstery.
Wood
1940s Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame in White Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, reupholstered in "Gabriel" wool by Savak, stained beech, Denmark, 1940s This charming sofa, newly reupholstered in a fine woolen white fabric, is designed in the manner of Da...
Wool, Beech
Swedish Modern Curved Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed in the early phase of what we know today as mid-century modern, this charming sofa is a unique piece of evidence showing how traditional Swedish craftsmanship was brought in...
Fabric, Wood
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...
Lambskin, Birch
Vintage "Ingeborg" sofa by Flemming Lassen, Denmark, 1940s
By Asko, Flemming Lassen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful “Ingeborg” sofa by Flemming Lassen, with curvesome forms. Designed in 1940 and named after his mother, the artist Ingeborg Winding. Upholstered with caramel colored sheepsk...
Lambskin, Birch
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Banana Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...
Fabric, Wood
1940s Pegasus Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Distressed Brown Leather
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A timeless English classic, this 1940s Pegasus Chesterfield sofa embodies the rich character and craftsmanship that make vintage leather seating so desirable.
Leather, Burlap, Wood
Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa, 1940s. Lovely channeled back curved banana shaped sofa.
Fabric
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
American Designer, Freeform Sofa, Green Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric sofa designed and produced by an American designer, USA, 1940s.
Fabric
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Sweden ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Designed in the early phase of what we know today as mid-century modern, this charming sofa is a unique example of how traditional Swedish craftsmanship was brought into modernism. A...
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These qualities perfectly describe this amazing sofa, standing on four club-shaped legs. This two-seater sofa has a lot of character with a welcoming presence that exudes high qualit...
Sheepskin, Wood
$2,363Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set - Timeless Elegance
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set – Timeless Elegance Elevate your living space with this exquisite vintage sofa and armchairs set from the 1940s-50s.
Fabric, Wood
Rare Gio Ponti Attributed Sofa by Casa E Giardino, Italy, 1940s
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare Gio Ponti attributed sofa for Casa e Giardino, Italy, 1940s. Structurally sound but reupholstery required.
Fabric, Wood
1940s Kaare Klint 3-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Praha, CZ
This rare three-seater sofa is a masterpiece of Danish Modern design by the legendary architect Kaare Klint. Produced by the prestigious furniture maker Rud. Rasmussen, this sofa is ...
Fabric, Wood, Textile, Upholstery
Art Deco Two Seater Sofa in Burlwood and Leather, France 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Art Deco 2 seater sofa in Burlwood & Leather, originating from France in the 1940s.
Leather, Burl
Finnish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Finnish Design Curved Sofa Attributed to C. J. Boman, Circa 1940s
By Boman OY
Located in Helsinki, FI
A striking curved sofa of generous proportions, often referred to as a banana-shaped sofa, manufactured in Finland during the 1940s and most likely by Boman Oy under the direction of...
Fabric, Wood
Carl Cederholm Sofa for Firma Stil & Form Stockholm, Sweden 1940s
By Carl Cederholm
Located in Utrecht, NL
Crafted during an era marked by a burgeoning design sensibility, Cederholm's present two-seater sofa encapsulates the quintessential characteristics of Swedish design during the 1940s.
Fabric, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa features the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism: exquisite materials, craftsmanship, and an elegantly curved shape, because of which this ...
Fabric, Wood
$16,864 / set
Pair of mid-century sofas - Sweden, 1940s
Located in London, GB
These slimline two-seater sofas feature slightly outswept armrests, a gently sloping yet solid backrest and two plump cushions. The flat skirts with corner kick pleats add an air of ...
Upholstery, Linen
Finn Juhl BO64 Sofa for Bovirke, Savak Wool Upholstery, Denmark, 1940s
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa BO64 designed by Finn Juhl for Bovirke, Denmark, 1940s.
Wool, Wood
Sculptural Danish Cabinetmaker Sofa with Exotic Wood Frame, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The influence of the Art Deco movement was significant on early Scandinavian modernism, resulting in a unique aesthetic mixture based on traditional craftsmanship and quality. In thi...
Wood, Fabric
European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Three-Seater Sofa, Europe, circa 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern is to-the-point and no-nonsense, much like the straightforward interior style, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This three-se...
Fabric, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater Sofa with Striped Upholstery, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish two-seater sofa is an early example of what became known as Danish Mid-Century Modern design. With a classic mid-century look, this model is the perfect piece t...
Fabric, Wood
Curved Banana Sofa in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Örebro, SE
Cool banana shaped soffa, in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s. Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. The original fabric shows wear, this one is a great candidate for reuphols...
Wool, Beech
Restored 1940s Pencil Bamboo, Rattan Sofa Set with Armchairs & Table, Italy
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored and reupholstered 1940s pencil rattan sofa, pair of armchairs, and glass top coffee table.
Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Bamboo
Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rome, IT
Pretzel corner rattan sofa designed in the manner of Paul Frankl. This unique sofa features a bent rattan base with four-strand square pretzel arms and it is a solid single curved ra...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane
Marble sofa table by David Rosén from NK, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sofa table designed by David Rosén for the "Triva" series.
Marble, Brass
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa in Oak and Light Fabric, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Elegant Swedish Modern two-seater sofa, made by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the 1940s.
Iron
Italian mid-century modern pink beige silk sofa with original upholstery, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern three-seater pink beige silk sofa with original upholstery, 1940s The backrest and armrests are rounded, while the rectangular seat is fitted with three cu...
Fabric, Silk, Wood
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.
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