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Hvidt and Molgaard Sofa and Armchair
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in London, GB
Freestanding three seater sofa and matching easy chair of rosewood. Loose cushions in seat and back
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Wool

Vintage Hvidt and Molgaard Sofa and Armchair
Hvidt and Molgaard Sofa and Armchair
H 28.35 in W 71.66 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Sofa and Matching Armchair, 60s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb set composed by a modular corner sofa in 4 parts, with its matching armchair. Set entirely
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Sofa and Matching Armchair, 60s
Vintage Sofa and Matching Armchair, 60s
H 27.56 in W 125.99 in D 74.81 in
Swedish Cabinetmaker Sofa and Armchairs, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
rendering of a sort of essentialized “Swedishness” embedded in objects, such as this sofa and armchairs
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Wood

American Art Deco Rattan Sofa and Armchair
Located in Hanover, MA
Beautifully restored American Art Deco stick reed three seat sofa and lounge chair with cutout
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Rattan

A set of 2 armchairs and one sofa
Located in Porto, PT
A set of 2 arm chairs and 1 sofa, 70s. The producer uknown
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1970s Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage A set of 2 armchairs and one sofa
A set of 2 armchairs and one sofa
H 31.5 in W 81.89 in D 27.56 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Sofa & Armchairs Lounge Set, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Whitstable, GB
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler midcentury sofa and armchairs; 1950s Sofa designed for their
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Hardwood

1970s Leather Sofa and Two Armchairs Vintage Light Used
Located in Buggiano, IT
1970s Leather brown sofa and two armchairs vintage light used, original from Lucca Tuscany. Size cm
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1970s Italian Country Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

1970s Leather Sofa and Two Armchairs Vintage Light Used
1970s Leather Sofa and Two Armchairs Vintage Light Used
No Reserve
H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 39.38 in
Brutalist Oak Mid-Century Lounge Set Sofa and Armchair
Located in London, GB
A brutalist lounge suite consisting of a three seater sofa, two seater sofa and an armchairs
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Wood

Pink Blush Boucle Atlantis Sofa and Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of Atlantis sofa and Armchairs from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet

Sofa and two armchairs From Barrow Court House (black leather)
Located in Buxton, GB
A beautiful set of sofas and armchairs from Barrow Court House in Somerset, England. Barrow Court
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Brown Leather Kubus Sofa and Matching Armchair by Josef Hoffman
By Alivar, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful vintage chocolate brown leather Kubus sofa 8020 and matching armchair designed by Josef
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather, Beech

Robert Haussmann De Sede Rh 302 Sofa and Armchair Black
By De Sede, Robert Haussmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Robert Haussmann RH 302 2-seat sofa and armchair manufactured by De Sede. The sofa and chair were
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Bauhaus Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Red Lacquered Sofa and Pair of Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Prestigious and unique sofa with matching pair of Art Deco armchairs. Lacquered cardinal red with
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1930s Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Viborg Sofa And Armchairs By Bernard Brunier For Coulon, 1960s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice set of two armchairs and a three seater sofa model Viborg by Bernard Brunier for Coulon, 1960s
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1950s Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Bouclé, Rosewood

Sofa and Armchairs Set in the Style of Adriano Piazzesi, 1970s
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Roma, IT
Sofa and armchairs set, designed and realized in the 1970s, in the style of Adriano Piazzesi. It is
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Metal

Sofa and Pair of Armchairs "Sofo" Design Superstudio for Poltronova, 1966
By Superstudio, Poltronova
Located in taranto, IT
frassinelli Composed of sofa and two armchairs, polyurethane structure, two-tone velvet upholstery, abs
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1960s Italian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet, Plastic

Scandinavian Curved Sofa and Armchair in Original Mohair, Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Manufacturer: Unknown Country: Denmark Model: Curved sofa and lounge armchair Design period: circa 1950
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Mohair, Teak

Maralunga 675 Sofa, Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Maralunga 2-seat sofa with matching lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Vico Magistretti for
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

Organic three-seat Sofa with Two Armchairs, Japan 1965
By George Nakashima
Located in Den Haag, NL
Japanese organic sofa with two armchairs. Purchased by the previous owners in Japan in 1965. Very
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Venetian Baroque Style Fancy Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs by Silik, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with two armchairs was created by the artisans of the famous Cantù company, Silik, in the
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1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Beech

Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres
By Maurice Mourra Freres
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful and ultra rare sofa set from middle of the 1950s by Maurice Mourra Freres (one sofa and
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Metal, Brass

Leather Bastiano Sofa and Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 60s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Padova, IT
Leather 3 seater Bastiano sofa and 2 armchairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather, Wood

Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs and curved sofa designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Brass

20th Century Camel Boucle Set of Atlantis Sofa and Armchairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis sofa and Armchairs from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

1970 Jorge Zalszupin- Set sofa armchair lowtable Private Collection Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Milan, IT
aesthetics throughout Brazil. Set sofa, armchairs, low table by Jorge Zalszupin Brazil, 1970s Manufactured
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Wood, Upholstery

STUNNING ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER & KILIM ROCKET SOFA ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL SUITe
Located in GB
of the heritage hide Sofa dimensions Height:- 72cm Width:- 126.5cm Depth:- 80.5cm Seat height
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20th Century English Kilim Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather, Upholstery

Piumotto Sofa & Armchairs by Arrigo Arrighi for Busnelli, Set of 3
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Busnelli Set of sofa H 75 x 304 x 90 and 2 armchairs H 70 x 98 x 90.
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1970s Italian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Sofa and Armchair by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, 1970s, Set of 2
By Mario Marenco
Located in Milano, IT
A walnut and leather sofa from the Sapporo Line, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, produced in the 1970s, Italy. Marked under the pillows. Beautifully designed with angled f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather, Wood

1950s Set featuring a Sofa and a pair of Armchairs by Melchirorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Paris, FR
A rare and elegant set by Melchiorre Bega, architect and designer, who was active between the 1930s and 60s, arguably did as much as many better-known designers to put his stamp on t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Wood

Marks & Spnecers Abbey Brown Leather Sofa Part of Suite with Armchairs
By Marks & Spencers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely brown leather Marks & Spencers Abbey sofa which is
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20th Century English Art Deco Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Danish Brown Leather 2 Seat Mid-Century Modern Sofa Armchairs Available
Located in GB
-seat sofa This sofa is a wonderful size, super art modern cool which seems to be the way with almost
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather

Restored Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Club Suite Armchair & Sofa on Turned Legs
Located in GB
Armchair dimensions Height 74.5 cm Width 94 cm Depth 87 cm with the back to the wall to the front
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20th Century British Victorian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather, Beech

Le Corbusier LC2 Armchair + 2-Seat Sofa Set in Black Leather & Chrome
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Alivar
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 set of 2-seater sofa and armchair in chrome tube steel and black
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Steel, Chrome

Italian 1950s Velvet Suite Comprising of a Sofa & a Pair of Armchairs
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1950s suite comprising of a sofa and a pair of armchairs, buttoned upholstered in light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet

George Smith Norris Three Piece Suite Sofa & Armchairs in Mulberry Flying Ducks
By Mulberry, George Smith
Located in GB
for sale and one three seat sofa, the armchairs are modular so you can use them individually as
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20th Century English Country Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Linen, Beech

Italian Set of a Massive Sofa and Two Armchairs in Dark Red Velvet Cover, 1940s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This sofa set consists of a massive sofa and two armchairs from the Italian 1940s. The armchairs as
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Wood

LUXURY VIVA ITALIAN DESIGNER TAN LEATHER 3 SEATER SOFA ARMCHAiR ALSO AVAILABLE
Located in GB
available to buy separately is the matching armchair with footstool. This sale is for the sofa alone
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS35 Vintage Leather 3 Seater Sofa with Two Matching Armchairs
By De Sede
Located in Highclere, Newbury
to the leather and with the polished cast aluminium feet to both the armchairs and sofa. It’s a rare
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Aluminum

Le Corbusier LC2 Armchair + 3-Seat Sofa Set in Black Leather & Chrome, Alivar
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Alivar
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 set of 3-seater sofa and armchair in chrome tube steel and black
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1 of 2 FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER TWO SEATER SOFAS MATCING ARMCHAIR AVAILABLE
By Natuzzi
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this contemporary Natuzzi black leather two-seater sofa. Full of
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Art Deco French Modular Airborne Sofa & Armchair Orange Velvet Mid Century
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Art Deco French Modular Airborne Sofa And Armchair Orange Velvet Mid Century Retro
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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Metal

Finn Juhl for Cado Modular Sofa Lounge Armchairs 1950s, Danish Modern
By Finn Juhl, Cado
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl for Cado Modular Modern sofa lounge armchair set 1950s rarity, signed. Gorgeous rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Textile, Rosewood

Carl Straub 3 Piece Modular Sofa Vintage Wool Boucle Midcentury 1960s Armchairs
By Carl Straub
Located in London, GB
Three piece modular lounge sofa in brown wood frame and beige wool upholstery by Carl Straub
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

STUNNING RESTORED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER HOWARDS & SON STYLE SOFA PART OF SUiTE
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
of a suite, I have in total the three seat sofa, the matching armchair, a two person run up ottoman
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20th Century English Victorian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

RARE & STUNNING ViNTAGE GEORGE SMITH KILIM UPHOLSTERED HOWARD & SON'S SOFA
By George Smith, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
items as well as other George Smith Kilim sofas, armchairs and ottomans Kilim upholstery furniture
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20th Century English Kilim Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Mario Marenco sofa and poof Arflex Italy 1971
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super cosy lounge sofa designed by Mario Marenco and manufactured by Arflex in Italy in 1970s. The
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Fabric

Mario Marenco sofa and poof Arflex Italy 1971
Mario Marenco sofa and poof Arflex Italy 1971
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 141.74 in
20th Century Wood and Wicker Italian Sofa, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
pleasant decor. Sofa missing cushions, part of a living room complete with two armchairs and a coffee table
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Wicker, Wood

20th Century Wood and Wicker Italian Sofa, 1960
20th Century Wood and Wicker Italian Sofa, 1960
H 30.32 in W 48.04 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Teak Sofa or Couch by Hartmut Lohmeyer, German Design, 1950s
By Hartmut Lohmeyer, Wilkhahn
Located in München, Bavaria
sofa one of the most outstanding designs of the mid century era in Germany. The couch has been
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Upholstery, Teak, Wicker

Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany and Velvet, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco sofa in mahogany and velvet, circa 1930. patina and coating to change. 2 model armchairs
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Birch, Bouclé

Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
H 31.5 in W 71.66 in D 31.89 in
French Bamboo Rattan Sofa Suite
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1930 French bamboo rattan sofa suite including sofa, armchair and coffee table Excellent
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1930s Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Bamboo, Rattan

French Bamboo Rattan Sofa Suite
French Bamboo Rattan Sofa Suite
H 34.26 in W 73.23 in D 24.02 in
Soriana Sofa design Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in bari, IT
Soriana two-seater sofa, upholstered in black velvet, was designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Steel

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
arrangement with the available set including two matching armchairs. The sofa is priced at 7,000€. Sofa with
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Velvet, Cord

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Nuvolone Sofa by Rino Maturi, 1960s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Roma, IT
modular sofa is made up of 4 armchairs and 1 corner sofa. Designer Rino Maturi for Mimo. Dimensions
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1960s Italian Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Leather

Nuvolone Sofa by Rino Maturi, 1960s
Nuvolone Sofa by Rino Maturi, 1960s
H 25.6 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Sofa 3 seats velvet production Isa Begamo, 1950, restored in beige velvet, brass feet. Works by ISA
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Brass

Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo, 1950
H 38.98 in W 79.53 in D 33.47 in
Danish Leather Modular sofa, 1960s Denmark
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
sinks comfortably into the sofa. They can also be separated and used as 2 beautiful sculptural armchairs
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Danish Leather Modular sofa, 1960s Denmark
Danish Leather Modular sofa, 1960s Denmark
H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
By Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian three-seater sofa from the 1950s. The structure and legs are in beech and fir, the cushions
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

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Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s
H 29.93 in W 72.84 in D 33.47 in
Postmodern Clou sofa by Cor, 1990s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Striking postmodern design sofa model 'Clou' by Cor and designed by Wulf Schneider. Well designed
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1990s German Post-Modern Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Leather

Postmodern Clou sofa by Cor, 1990s
Postmodern Clou sofa by Cor, 1990s
H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
20th century Howard Chairs Ltd sofa
By Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in Malton, GB
armchairs and sofas have been fully restored, springs, legs, padding etc so these will stand the test of
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Late 20th Century Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs and Couches

Materials

Beech

20th century Howard Chairs Ltd sofa
20th century Howard Chairs Ltd sofa
H 35.83 in W 66.15 in D 35.83 in
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Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs And Couches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches over the years, but those made by De Sede, Gio Ponti and Cassina are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Armchair Sofas Armchairs And Couches?

Vintage armchair sofas armchairs and couches can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,524, while the lowest priced sells for $209 and the highest can go for as much as $97,150.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.