Pair of Mid-Century Modern Organic Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas, White Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Organic Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas, White Boucle Pair of handsome mid-century modern organic form sofas by Vladimir Kagan.
Bouclé, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Denton, TX
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao freeform sofa for Weiman. Organic design with black and tan micro fiber fabric.
Upholstery, Wood
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Fabulous Sculptural Modern Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa Mid-Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Upholstery
Midcentury Bilboa Curved Sofa in Royal Blue, attributed to Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Staten Island, NY
Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Bilbao sofa by Preview. The sofa is covered with ultra suede and is very clean.
Ultrasuede
Vladimir Kagan Bilboa Sofa in Silk and Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the epitome of post-modern elegance with the Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa. This exquisite piece, upholstered in sumptuous silk and leather circa 1990s, embodies Kagan's artist...
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Swivel Bilboa Chairs in Silk and Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the epitome of post-modern elegance with the Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa. This exquisite piece, upholstered in sumptuous silk and leather circa 1990s, embodies Kagan's artist...
Upholstery
$12,000 / set
Bilbao Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Danville, CA
Bilbao sofa by Vladimir Kagan. These sofas were some of Kagan's most Avant Garde creations and are quite dramatic.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Fabulous Sculptural Modern Vladimir Kagan Leather Bilbao Sofa Mid-century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Wood, Leather
Awesome Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Bilbao Sculptural Sofas
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the early 1990s by American design icon Vladimir Kagan, this pair of sofas was made by Weiman Preview, now known for their production of many iconic designs from Kagan, F...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$9,600Sale Price|40% Off
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sectional Sofa, Mid-Century Modern, 1980s
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a dramatic Bilbao sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan was made by Preview.
Upholstery
American Weiman Bilbao Four Seater Sofa, Canapé by Vladimir Kagan
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American Bilbao four seater sofa with two pillows, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Weiman in good condition.
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Toronto, CA
Timeless Vladimir Kagan Bilbao sofa for your consideration.
Velvet, Polyester
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao serpentine sofas. Newly upholstered in soft grey with pale blue tone.
Ultrasuede
Sculptural 95 Inch Bilbao Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain, circa late 1990s-early 2000s.
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan "Bilbao" Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural sofa in two-tone fabric combination of a beige and ivory dotted-swiss seat and ivory ultra suede back, designed by Vladimir Kagan who was inspired by Frank Gehry's Guggenh...
Fabric, Ultrasuede
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa
By Weiman/Warren Lloyd, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa was inspired by the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art located in Bilbao, Spain. Weiman/Preview. Label attached to underside.
Sexy Curvaceous Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa
Located in North Miami, FL
Vladimir Kagan received his inspiration for this sofa from the Bilbao Museum.
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan mid century Bilbao sofa Sofa measures: 93.5 wide x 53 wide x 39 high, with a seat height of 15.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan mid century Bilbao sofa Sofa measures: 100 wide x 56 deep x 38 high, with a seat height of 15.5 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...
Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Maroon Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Maroon Bilbao sofa Sofa measures: 97 wide x 62.5 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 15.25 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Mid Century Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa with New Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural Mid-Century Modern style sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa with New Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural mid century modern style sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa with New Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural Mid-Century Modern style sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Curved Sculptural Sofa for Weiman Preview
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Bilbao sofa design by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview.
Ultrasuede, Wood
Matching Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofas with New Upholstery, Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A matching pair of sculptural Mid-Century Modern style sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 98 in D 34 in
Midcentury Style Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa Iridescent Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 98 in D 34 in
Mid-century Style Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa Iridescent Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas, a Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of coordinating book-matched sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Weiman in the 1990s. These sofas feature their original two-tone upholstery. While the cre...
Upholstery
Sculptural Post Modern Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa, USA, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural Postmodern Bilbao sofa, rendered in an upholstered wood frame, covered in a sumptuous grey performance velvet, designed by Vladimir Kagan, inspired by the Frank Gehry's Gu...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Superb Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Sofa
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, the Bilbao Sofa was inspired by the Frank Gehry designed Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Vladimir Kagan Leather Tan and Navy Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
A stunning piece of Postmodern design, this Bilbao sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan is will breathe a fresh breath of modernism into any environment.
Leather
Vladimir Kagan Curved Serpentine Bilbao Sofa Set
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely pair of sculptural sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview. These early examples were purchased in the 1970's and still have their original champagne colored vel...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 35 in W 95 in D 45 in
Matching Pair Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofas with New Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
A matching pair of sculptural Mid-Century Modern style sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 98 in D 34 in
Midcentury Style Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa Iridescent Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan "Bilbao" Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vladimir Kagan "Bilbao" Sofa, Late 20th Century. It has been reupholstered in Ivory Mohair.
Mohair, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This undulating serpentine sofa was inspired by Frank Gehry's Bilbao Museum of Spain. Kagan combined angular and curved forms to create a unique design in seating luxury. We have re-...
Chenille
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Very comfortable sofa in original micro fiber fabric.
Set of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofas
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of Bilbao sofas Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Furniture USA, circa 1980s Ombre velvet Measures: 38 ¾” H x 100 ½” W x 53 ½” D x seat 16" H Sold as a...
Velvet
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao serpentine curved sofa. Newly upholstered great condition.
Sculptural Bilbao Sofa by Vladimir Kagan in Ultrasuede, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural Bilbao sofa by Vladimir Kagan in Ultrasuede, 1970s.
Ultrasuede
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Serpentine Sofa by Preview in Black Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Beautiful and sculptural sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Preview this sofa is absolutely comfortable and in perfect condition
Vladimir Kagan Sculptural Bilbao Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Pau, FR
Sculptural sofa in a two-tone fabric combination of an ivory striae velvet for the back and a textured beige / sand tone fabric for the seat surface. The name Bilbao sofa derived fr...
Fabric, Velvet
$14,569
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 44.1 in
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Navy Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, yet ea...
Fabric, Wood, Velvet
$12,000 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 33 in
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
Bouclé
$20,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 133 in D 57 in
Spectacular Vladimir Kagan Curved 3-Piece Cloud Sofa Sectional Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Vladimir Kagan curved 3-piece cloud sofa sectional with Directional label. This rare sofa sectional retains its original orange brown fabric in presentable condition. Thi...
Upholstery
A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé, this piece represents the avant-garde of the postmodern design era, of which Russian...
Fabric, Wood
$12,000 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 33 in
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Curved 'Zoe' Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Embrace the epitome of iconic design with this stunning vintage Mid Century "Zoe" Sofa, an homage to the legendary Vladimir Kagan's signature aesthetics. Designed by Kagan for Americ...
Suede
Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A kidney-shaped sofa that features a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back. These sofas are newly produced and have been handcrafted with a solid hardwood frame, m...
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan, Large Curved Sofa, Fabric, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved beige yellow bouclé fabric and metal sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc. Seat height: 15.5” Reupholstered in brand new bouclé fabric.
Metal
$24,975
H 31 in W 94 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist sofa, upholstered in luxurious smoked sapphire blue velvet and featuring sculptural supports, is a masterful example of the work of celebrated American de...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Modernist Curved Sofa in Oyster Velvet Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist curved sofa is a quintessential example of sophisticated 1980s American design. Featuring an elegant, flowing silhouette, the sofa’s gently curved...
Velvet
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa This sofa measures: 94 wide x 40 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Excellent Vintage Condition...
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1980s, great condition with minor wear present
Fabric
$1,754Sale Price|30% Off
H 31.11 in W 96.46 in D 36.23 in
1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa. Blue furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered about 10 years ago by craftsman. Manufactured by Danish ...
Velvet, Beech
$33,000
H 30 in W 134 in D 61 in
Exceptional Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Large Sectional Sofa Rust Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) Serpentine sofa, #150 Exceptional and large unique curvaceous form USA, newly upholstered rust color bouclé fabric, walnut base in good condition ...
Bouclé, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Curved Sofa for Directional, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Mid Century Modern Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa for Directional, USA circa 1970's. This highly collectible and desirable modern designer sofa features an asymmetric o...
Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood
$4,850
H 35.5 in W 70 in D 32 in
Mid-century vintage Italian blue velvet sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid-century modern style Italian plush blue velvet sofa. The sofa is newly upholstered and a blue microfiber velvet and is extremely comfortable with a wide seat and a high...
Upholstery
$37,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
Plastic, Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Curved or Circular Modular Serpentine Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A six piece modular sofa circa 1970's. These feature their original burnt orange wool fabric. In usable condition but would look great with updated fabric. We have 2 matching sof...
Fabric
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$11,072 / item
H 28.35 in W 86.62 in D 44.1 in
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Twins curved sofa and its matching daybed share the same genes, yet ea...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
$4,360 / item
H 28.35 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
$6,300Sale Price|30% Off
H 28 in W 161 in D 37 in
Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Monumental serpentine snake sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan and Milo Baughman. This unique modular curved sofa consists of three interlocking sections reupholstered in ...
Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood
$20,873
H 31.5 in W 157.49 in D 59.06 in
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece Cloverleaf Sofa in dark green 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat. Seats 5 people in a very interesti...
Fabric, Wood
$27,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 96 in D 48 in
Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Vladimir Kagan cloud serpentine sofas made by Directional. These pair retain their original periwinkle blue ultra-suede fabric in nice vintage condition-some wear sp...
Upholstery, Lucite
Weiman 1980s U-Shaped Sectional Pit Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Weiman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning pit sofa by Weiman
Ultrasuede
Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture
By Preview
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural base with floating front sofa made by Preview circa 1992. It features the original tweed fabric in good condition. Could use cleaning before use.
Fabric
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 48 in D 96 in
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa & Pouf in Boucle and Brass, Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
Cue the spotlight and the swoon — because this signed Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa is not just iconic, it’s got range. From sultry curves to that double polished brass disc base, this D...
Brass
$55,000
H 22.5 in W 175.5 in D 87.5 in
'Tucroma' Leather Bed and Nightstands by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This famous 'Tucroma' bed design, as seen in the Lenny Kravitz Architectural Digest magazine photoshoot, was designed by Guido Faleschini in the 1970s and produced by i4Mariani (Ital...
Chrome
Postmodern Serpentine Sectional Sofa By Weiman Newly Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Style Serpentine 3 Piece Sectional Sofa by Weimann Newly Reupholstered in a Charcoal Alpaca Mohair Velvet Striking postmodern serpentine 3-piece sectional...
Mohair, Velvet
$7,775 / item
H 31 in W 84 in D 37 in
Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Sofa, Green Velvet & Solid Walnut, Modern Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Curved Back Sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped, seat cushion with 3 down-wrapped, removable back cushions and two bolsters. The ba...
Upholstery, Walnut
French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Velvet Settee
Located in Louisville, KY
What interesting secrets this settee must possess. Imagine this piece in a bedroom of an historic French chateau in the countryside. Petite, yet bold in character from the design to ...
Brass
The pioneers of modern furniture design in America in the mid-20th century all had their moments of flamboyance: Charles and Ray Eames produced the startling, biomorphic La Chaise; George Nelson’s firm created the Marshmallow sofa; Edward Wormley had his decadent Listen to Me chaise. But no designer of the day steadily offered works with more verve and dynamism than Vladimir Kagan. While others, it seems, designed with suburban households in mind, Kagan aimed to suit the tastes of young, sophisticated city-dwellers. With signature designs that feature sleekly curved frames and others that have dramatic out-thrust legs, Kagan made furniture sexy.
Kagan’s father was a Russian master cabinetmaker who took his family first to Germany (where Vladimir was born) and then to New York in 1938. After studying architecture at Columbia University, Kagan opened a design firm at age 22 and immediately made a splash with his long, low and sinuous Serpentine sofa. Furniture lines such as the Tri-symmetric group of glass-topped, three-legged tables and the vivacious Contours chairs soon followed.
Kagan’s choices of form and materials evolved through subsequent decades, embracing lucite, aluminum and burl-wood veneers. By the late 1960s, Kagan was designing austere, asymmetrical cabinets and his Omnibus group of modular sofas and chairs. For all his aesthetic élan, Kagan said that throughout his career, his touchstone was comfort. “A lot of modern furniture was not comfortable. And so comfort is: form follows function. The function was to make it comfortable,” he once commented. “I created what I called vessels for the human body.”
A diverse group of bodies have made themselves at home with Kagan designs. Among the famous names who commissioned and collected his designs are Marilyn Monroe, Gary Cooper, Andy Warhol, David Lynch, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, and firms such as Gucci and Giorgio Armani. His work is in numerous museum collections, including those of the Victoria & Albert and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Because of its idiosyncrasy, Kagan’s work did not lend itself to mass-production. Kagan never signed on with any of the major furniture-making corporations, and examples of his designs are relatively rare. As you will see from the offerings on 1stDibs, even decades after their conception, Kagan pieces still command the eye, with their freshness, energy, sensuality and wit.
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.