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Danish Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and white fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s. Seat height: 17”
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1960s Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

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. 16” seat height
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1940s Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved oak and light grey fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s. Seat height
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Georg Thams, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1964
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and white fabric sofa designed by Georg Thams in 1964 and produced by Vejen
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A oak and green fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1950s. 14" seat height
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Johannes Andersen Three Seat Sofa, Oak and Teak, Denmark, 1960s
By Vamo Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen three seat sofa with frame of oak and armrests of teak. New upholstered with red
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak, Teak

1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, oak wood, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner Modul / Corner sofa, oak and Hallingdal 130 from Kvadrat
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner modul / corner sofa with frame of soap treated oak. Original upholstered with
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Modern to Modern Rust or Burnt Orange Tuxedo Style Sofa Oak Frame
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern to modern tuxedo style sofa with oak frame and rust or burnt orange
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-240 GETAMA Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hans Wegner for GETAMA GE-240 3 seat sofa. Oak body with teak arms. Redone about 13 years ago but
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner GE-240 GETAMA Sofa
Hans Wegner GE-240 GETAMA Sofa
H 29 in W 67.5 in D 30 in
Sofa With Sculptural Armrests in Oak and Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, fabric, Czech Republic, 1960s A comfortable and bulky three seat sofa with a soft feel
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, oak, leather, Scandinavia, 1950s This three-seater sofa beautifully reflects the stylistic
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
Scandinavian Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
H 29.53 in W 66.93 in D 30.32 in
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, three-seat sofa, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s. This sofa is
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, sofa, oak, fabric, France, 1960s Beautiful two-seat settee by Guillerme
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery
Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery
H 37.6 in W 51.97 in D 35.83 in
Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Soft Blue Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, sofa, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Beautiful two-seat settee by Guillerme
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Tan Leather Oak Frame Sofa by Ranch Oak
By Ranch Oak
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oak frame tan supple leather upholstery Mid-Century Modern sofa. Artistic adze cut wood finishing
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s. Seat
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

A. Brandt for Ranch Oak Cerused Oak Minimalist Three Seat Sofa.
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Minimalist sofa from the 1950s designed and manufactured by August Brandt for Ranch Oak Furniture
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak

Mid-20th Century Rustic or Western Style Sofa Attributed to A. Brandt Ranch Oak
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage rustic or Western style sofa attributed to A. Brandt Ranch Oak comprised of a
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

1950's Curved Oak Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid Century curved yellow sofa with oak wood arm rest. In very good condition, no stains or marks
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

1950's Curved Oak Sofa
1950's Curved Oak Sofa
H 30 in W 34 in D 114 in
Vintage Danish Sofa in Oak, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Sofa in Oak, 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern couch in solid oak with original
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Vintage Danish Sofa in Oak, 1960s.
Vintage Danish Sofa in Oak, 1960s.
H 30.32 in W 70.87 in D 30.71 in
1970s Vintage Bastiano Style Oak Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage Bastiano style sofa, circa 1970s. Oak frame showing lovely wood grain details. Floral
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

1970s Vintage Bastiano Style Oak Sofa
1970s Vintage Bastiano Style Oak Sofa
H 26.75 in W 85 in D 35 in
Danish Oak Sofa by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Portland, OR
Fantastic turned oak framed sofa. Pair available; sold separately. Original striped danish wool
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Oak Sofa by Henry Kjærnulf
Danish Oak Sofa by Henry Kjærnulf
H 30 in W 66 in D 31.5 in
Mid Century Oak Spindle Back Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Very nice, original mid century original oak spindle back sofa. Seat cushion and fabric are all
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Velvet, Oak

Mid Century Oak Spindle Back Sofa
Mid Century Oak Spindle Back Sofa
H 28 in W 80 in D 30 in
Sculptural Brutalist Solid Oak Sofa, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
sophistication, which makes it an impressive item. Besides its striking presence, the sofa also offers a
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wood, Oak

Sculptural Brutalist Solid Oak Sofa, 1960s
Sculptural Brutalist Solid Oak Sofa, 1960s
H 27.96 in W 92.92 in D 33.08 in
Yngve Ekstrom Oak Three Seat Sofa
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A hard to find three seat sofa designed by one of Sweden’s most well known designers, Yngve Ekstrom
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Upholstery, Oak

Yngve Ekstrom Oak Three Seat Sofa
Yngve Ekstrom Oak Three Seat Sofa
H 31 in W 72 in D 37 in
1950s Oak Frame Sofa by Magnus Olesen
By Magnus Olesen
Located in High Point, NC
An oak sofa from Magnus Olesen, produced in Denmark in the 1950s. An upholstered wooden sofa
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Bouclé, Oak

1950s Oak Frame Sofa by Magnus Olesen
1950s Oak Frame Sofa by Magnus Olesen
H 29.5 in W 74 in D 29.5 in
Oak wood Three seater sofa, Europe 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Oak wood Three seater sofa, Europe 1960s Faux Fur Upholstery and Oak wood
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Upholstery, Oak

Oak wood Three seater sofa, Europe 1960s
Oak wood Three seater sofa, Europe 1960s
H 32.68 in W 79.93 in D 32.68 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Sofa with Claremont Fabric
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved oak wood sofa attributed to Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf. This 1960s sofa has been
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Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Sofa Oak

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Cotton, Wood, Oak

Mid Century Modern Oak And Velvet Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Oak and Velvet Sofa. Frame has some dings and wear but is structurally sound
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Velvet, Oak

Mid Century Modern Oak And Velvet Sofa
Mid Century Modern Oak And Velvet Sofa
H 28.5 in W 68.5 in D 32 in
Borge Mogensen Oak Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Superb four seat solid oak sofa model 2219 from Danish designer Borge Mogensen. Made by Fredericia
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Midcentury Modular Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A set of three modular lounge chairs that can form as sofa. By Guillerme et Chambron
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Mid-Century French Oak and Boucle Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
An oak three-seater sofa made in mid-20th century France. Dynamic shapes and a homey natural color
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century French Oak and Boucle Sofa
Mid-Century French Oak and Boucle Sofa
H 30.3 in W 80.3 in D 33.9 in
Beautiful Edwardian Oak Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Located in Crawley, GB
Beautifull Edwardian oak Sofa Table is in Great Condition having a Cross banded Inlay and Readed
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20th Century British Edwardian Vintage Sofa Oak

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Brass

Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
H 29.53 in W 36.23 in D 23.23 in
Rare Guillerme & Chambron Solid Oak Sofa, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Gorgeous solid oak sofa designed by Robert Guillerme et Jacques Chambron, France 1955. These sofas
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1950s Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Table, oak and rosewood
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ib Kofod-Larsen sofa table in oak and rosewood Made by Christensen & Larsen.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak, Rosewood

Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Table, oak and rosewood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa Table, oak and rosewood
H 20.08 in W 21.66 in D 59.85 in
1950's Danish Sofa with Oak Legs
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Sleek and perfectly proportioned midcentury Danish Setee newly re-upholstered in a Purple Knoll Proenza Schouler fabric.
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20th Century Danish Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

1950's Danish Sofa with Oak Legs
1950's Danish Sofa with Oak Legs
H 28 in W 57 in D 27 in
Modernist Oak Sofa Designed by Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Modernist oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron for the French company "Le mobilier Votre
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Upholstery, Oak

Rare Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Oak early 1950s.
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rare oak sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Søren Willadsen’s Møbelfabrik, early 1950s. Dismountable frame
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Rare Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Oak early 1950s.
Rare Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Oak early 1950s.
H 28.35 in W 74.02 in D 29.14 in
1950’s Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s French oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron. New upholstery. Arm height 22
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Upholstery, Oak

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Brown Leather and Oak
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, model 'V11', leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s Designed by Illum Wikkelsø, this
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Brown Leather and Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Brown Leather and Oak
H 25.99 in W 90.16 in D 31.11 in
Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seater sofa, leather, brass, oak, Denmark 1950s. Elegant three-seat sofa in original
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Brass

Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
H 33.86 in W 85.04 in D 30.32 in
Guillerme et Chamrbon Oak Mid-Century 'Denis' Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A rare two seater sofa by Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. Stained oak frame with
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Oak and Purple Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, sofa, model 'Gregoire', fabric, oak, France, 1960s The
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with Hallingdal 180
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 36.23 in
Oak Sofa by French Designers Guillerme et Chambron, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Paris, FR
Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron (French Designers), 1960s Sculpted Guillerme and Chambron (for
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1960s European Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Hans Wegner Ge-236 Three Seat Sofa In Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Danish modern three seat sofa in oak was designed by Hans Wegner as model GE- 236-3 for Getama
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak

Danish Banana Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, fabric and oak, Denmark, 1950s. This bulky sofa is based on a solid construction of
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Oak GE-236 Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak mid-century "GE-236" sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama circa 1960's. Much loved Danish four seat
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Brutalist Sofa in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Beautiful brutalist 3/4-seater sofa attributed to Henning Kjærnulf. The beautiful turned legs give
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Fabric, Oak

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather and Oak
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, model 'V11', leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s This modern sofa is designed by
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Angular Sofa in Oak and Beige Wool
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, curved sofa, solid oak, wool, France, 1960s. This
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Oak, Wool

Hans Wegner Ap-31-S AP Stolen Oak Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Winnipeg, CA
An oak sofa by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen. AP Stolen manufactured most of Wegner's fully upholstered
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Wool, Oak, Fabric

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa in Oak, Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron sofa in oak, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.   
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of new laquered black oak. New upholstered with vintage
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.93 in
Mid century curved sofa in red velvet and oak
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
bit of a croissant or a crescent moon. This curved sofa is covered with rust-red velvet made of 100
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Velvet, Oak

Mid century curved sofa in red velvet and oak
Mid century curved sofa in red velvet and oak
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of solid soap treated oak. New upholstered with Hallingdal
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 36.23 in
Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, leather and stained oak, Denmark, 1960s Very well balanced three seater sofa
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofa Oak

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Leather, Oak

Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Oak
Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Oak
H 29.73 in W 78.75 in D 32.09 in
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Vintage Sofa Oak For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage sofa oak you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each vintage sofa oak for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. If you’re shopping for a vintage sofa oak, we have 62 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the vintage sofa oak you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage sofa oak is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage sofa oak over the years, but those crafted by Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner and Fredericia are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Sofa Oak?

The average selling price for a vintage sofa oak at 1stDibs is $3,799, while they’re typically $425 on the low end and $16,086 for the highest priced.

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