$5,500 / set
H 30 in W 36 in D 35 in
Mid Century Modern “Nautilus” Swivel Chairs Vladimir Kagan for Weiman - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern “Nautilus” Swivel Chairs Vladimir Kagan for Weiman - Pair Pair of Mid-Century
Chenille
$12,500
H 29 in W 128 in D 105 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Serpentine Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sleek and modern, this sofa was designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Weiman Preview, dating
Fabric, Upholstery
$13,500 / set
H 38 in W 92 in D 54 in
Awesome Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Bilbao Sculptural Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the early 1990s by American design icon Vladimir Kagan, this pair of sofas was made by
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vladimir Kagan Sofa With Chaise, 1970
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan Sofa with Chaise Lounge, 1970. This is a Vladimir Kagan for Weiman/Preview
Upholstery
Pair Mid-Century Swivel Nautilus Chairs
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern swivel chairs in the style of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Wild shaped
Fabric
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
Upholstery, Wood
$4,000
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 26.78 in
Vladimir Kagan Tripod Armchair for Weiman, Black Leather, 1980
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vladimir Kagan tripod armchair for Weiman, black leather, USA, 1980 The Vladimir Kagan armchair
Leather
$8,000 / set
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 26.78 in
Vladimir Kagan Tripod Armchairs for Weiman, Black Leather, 1980, Set of 2
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vladimir Kagan tripod armchairs for Weiman, black leather, USA, 1980, set of two The Vladimir
Leather
$2,500 / item
H 32 in W 78 in D 43 in
1980s Glamours Curved or Comma Shaped Sofas - Chaises for Weiman in White Bouclé
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
. Vladimir Kagan also designed for Weiman.
Upholstery, Foam
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 89 in D 45 in
Lovely Pair of Kidney Shaped Curved Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of curved kidney shaped sofas for Weiman-Vladimir Kagan style. This pair are the
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Cloud Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman cloud sofa.
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Snake Print Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural sofa with Nautilus Accent Attributed to Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Newly Reupholstered
Upholstery
Modern Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Curved Serpentine Cloud Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Vladimir Kagan for Weiman curved serpentine cloud sofa. In original fabric, needs
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Sofa Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Absolutely flawless white chaise lounge from designer, Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. I currently have
Cotton
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Snake Print Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Sofa with Nautilus Accent Attributed to Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Newly Reupholstered in
Upholstery
Petite Cloud Chaise Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Dallas, TX
Petite Cloud Chaise/Loveseat/Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Sofa is in good vintage condition
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman - Preview Serpentine Cloud Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning Fully Upholstered "Cloud" Sofa attributed to Vladimir Kagan for Weiman-Preview. This sofa
Wood, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Nautilus Swivel Club Chairs, Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Outstanding pair of swivel club chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman furniture. Albino
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Mid Century Chaise Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman mid century chaise sofa This sofa measures: 95 wide x 47.25 deep x 33
Upholstery, Wood
Two Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Chaise Lounge Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous chaise lounge sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview. Each modern sculpted
Upholstery, Wood
Petite Curved Sofa and Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Petite sofa and matching ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Perfect for that small space that
Swivel Lounge Chairs Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman, Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Handsome pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman swivel chairs. Black ultra suede upholstery is in
Ultrasuede
Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Curved Bilboa Sofa, 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
, by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman, circa the 1970s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 96" (8') W
Sold
H 31.5 in W 141 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Two-Piece Platform Sectional
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an amazing purple two piece microsuede 1980s sectional by Vladimir Kagan
Upholstery
Sold
H 34.5 in W 84 in D 44 in
Pair of Mid-Century Serpentine Sofas, style of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Completely restored pair of serpentine style sofas, style of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Been
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Mid Century Nautilus Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman mid century nautilus lounge chairs - a pair Each chair measures: 37
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 38 in W 98 in L 38 in
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Cloud Sofas, Mid-Century Modern, White Boucle
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Cloud Sofas, Mid-Century Modern, Boucle Vladimir Kagan
Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The most lovely sculptural sectional sofa, finished on all sides so that it may float in a room. The upholstery is all original in fantastic shape, the dusty blush hue is breathtakin...
Ultrasuede
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Chaise Longue Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pasadena, TX
A chaise longue which could also be used as a sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and made by Weiman
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Swivel chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice pair of Vladimir Kagan designed chairs produced by Weiman furniture. This pair are on swivel
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Contemporary Nautilus Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs designed by Vladamir Kagan for Weiman, which
Wood
Vintage Red Cloud Sofa Attributed to Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lipstick red ultrasuede cloud sofa with chrome feet. One of Kagan's most recognizable designs.
Ultrasuede
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Pair of Nautilus Corksrew Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
Fabulous pair of Kagan Nautilus 360 degree "Corkscrew" swivel chairs with a charcoal gray and off
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Petite Cloud Sofa or Chaise Lounge by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Commonly referred to as a "cloud" sofa due to it's unique, curvy shape. Upholstered in a lovely pink purplish ultra-suede. The four, curved, chrome feet give the sofa a wonderful flo...
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Two Piece Sectional
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Southampton, NJ
Beautiful two piece sectional in wonderful condition. The color is amazing! Purchased in the early 1990s. This tags have been removed. Also please note that there is one wear spot...
Ultrasuede
Sold
H 38 in W 98 in L 38 in
Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Cloud Sofa, White Boucle, American
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhasset, NY
Vladimir Kagan's iconic mid-century deisgn in it's original form finished in a brand new white
Textile, Wood
Petite Cloud Sofa or Chaise Lounge by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. circa 1998 for Weiman Preview. Purchased for a walk-in closet in a Summer home that was quite literally
Ultrasuede
Sold
H 29 in W 36 in L 29 in
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Pair of Newly Upholstered Nautilus Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent pair of newly upholstered Kagan Nautilus swivel chairs. The fabric is an off white or
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 29 in W 36 in L 29 in
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Pair of Newly Upholstered Nautilus Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent pair of newly upholstered Kagan Nautilus swivel chairs. The fabric is an off white
Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Curved Sculptural Sofa for Weiman Preview
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Bilbao sofa design by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview. Original deep blue ultra suede
Ultrasuede, Wood
Sold
H 29.5 in W 36.5 in D 36.5 in
Modern Pair of Asymmetrical Swivel Club Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
Asymmetrical pair of swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman / Preview. These
Pair of Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs.
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
A nice pair of barrel back swivel chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Reupholstered in an
Cotton
Vladimir Kagan Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Three-piece sectional sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman-Preview. Fully restored and
Walnut, Mohair
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swivel Lounge Chairs for Weiman Preview, Pair
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of sculptural Bilbao swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman preview
Ultrasuede, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Left Arm
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern free-form cloud curved sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview
Ultrasuede, Upholstery, Wood
Set of Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofas
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Pair of matching 'Cloud' sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Upholstery is worn and needs
Fabric
Vladimir Kagan Sectional Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Weiman. Tan Suede.
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Kansas City, MO
Sectional Cloud Sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. So much easier to move and set up than
Suede
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Tripod lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Furniture Corp. In original soft pastel
Pink Micro Suede Sofa by Weiman, 1990s
By Weiman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pink sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Pink micro suede upholstery, circa 1990.
Upholstery
Vintage Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Mid Century Nautilus Swivel Chairs – Pair Gorgeous pink upholstery, this
Upholstery
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Tripod lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Furniture Corp. In original soft pastel
Sold
H 38 in W 92 in D 57 in
Extremely Rare "Tangent" Sofa by Vladmir Kagan for Weiman Preview Furniture
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Extremely rare "Tangent" sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman's preview furniture line. This
Wool, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Attributed Lucite Leg Sectional for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s ft, solid lucite legs, a fantastic bluish purple upholstery, scroll arms, and a lovely serpentine design. This piece is incredibly plush and looks good both front and back ...
Lucite
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Weiman Furniture
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa manufactured by Weiman Preview. The sofa need to be
Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swivel Lounge Chair for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sculptural and gracefully curved swivel lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by
Upholstery
Pair of Kagan for Weiman "Preview" Curvy Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Vladimir Kagan design sofas, in original textured fabric. The color is Off White, or
Upholstery
Sold
H 30 in W 144 in D 35.5 in
Vladimir Kagan Four-Piece Sectional Cloud Sofa and Armchair in Velvet for Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vladimir Kagan four-piece sectional cloud sofa and armchair in velvet for Weiman. We are selling
Velvet
Sold
H 32.5 in W 94 in D 41 in
Organic Curved Modern Serpentine Sofa for Weiman / Preview manner of Kagan
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Hudson, NY
Kagan from Weiman /Preview. Original contrasting upholstery in good condition and ready to make a design
Upholstery
Petite Cloud Sofa Settee with Chrome Bases by Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
A smaller custom version of the popular cloud sofa. Super comfortable. In great original condition, 1990s.
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Weiman for Preview Cloud Sofa, Grey Suede, Kidney Shape
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhasset, NY
-Century Modern sculptural sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Sofa maintains original Weiman manufacturer label on
Textile
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Serpentine Nautilus Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman sofa. Serpentine or "Nautilus" style. Original upholstery. Retains
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Sofa Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Absolutely Flawless white chaise lounge from Designer, Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. I currently have
Cotton
Nautilus Swivel Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Hamburg, PA
A sculptural "Nautilus" swivel chair by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. This beautiful chair would work
Upholstery
Petite Curved Sofa and Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Petite sofa and matching ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. Perfect for that small space that
Fabric
Sold
H 29 in W 128 in D 105 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Serpentine Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman in the 1980s its features a three-piece
Fabric
Sold
H 28.25 in W 35.25 in D 35.25 in
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Midcentury Nautilus Swivel Chairs, Pair
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman midcentury Nautilus Swivel Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 35.25
Metal
Sold
H 31.5 in W 37 in D 35 in
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Club Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An Authentic and asymmetrical pair of swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman
Fabric, Wood
On Hold|$9,800 / set
H 29 in W 27 in D 29 in
Pair of Sculptural Walnut Slipper Chairs in New Butterscotch Cream Sheepskins
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Mid Century Modern curvaceous slipper chairs newly professionally upholstered in hand sewn super soft butterscotch cream sheepskins. That fur, those curves! Sexy and sultry. We are e...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$3,969 / 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
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$2,838 / item
H 24 in W 24 in D 24 in
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...
Natural Fiber
$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas
By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...
Blown Glass
Sold|$9,363
H 33.47 in W 94.49 in D 30.71 in
Large curved sofa with carved wooden supports, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A large and beautiful curved sofa with carved wooden supports, Italian manufacture, 1950s This impressive curved sofa, crafted in Italy during the 1950s, is a true centerpiece for a...
Velvet, Walnut
$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
Custom Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, 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
$6,750Sale Price|25% 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
Pair of 1980s Bouclé Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A modernist's dream! Offered is a stunning pair of restored 1980s swivel lounge chairs. Solid wood frames wrapped in a gorgeous bouclé fabric brings the comfort of sitting on a cloud...
Upholstery
$7,800
H 28 in W 108 in D 108 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large vintage 2 piece sectional sofa with a gorgeous form. It features 2 sections with a low profile sculptural look. Feet are low profile 1 inch cylinders. Fabric is original and ...
Fabric, Wood
Nautilus Swivel Chairs
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Nautilus Swivel chairs, Foe Directional original fabric, gently used.
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan Design Group, USA, c. 1990s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Pre-restoration images ava...
Fabric, Wood
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