W.&J. Sloane Sofas

American

For 140 years, W. & J. Sloane was the furniture manufacturer of choice for the American elite. The company’s clientele included John D. Rockefeller and the White House. Vintage W. & J. Sloane lounge chairs, sofas and club chairs luxuriously combine the best of mid-century modern with the opulence of Louis XV style.

Scottish immigrant William Sloane founded the company in New York in 1843. Sloane was from the town of Kilmarnock, which was famous for its fine furniture and carpets. His younger brother, John, joined the company in 1852 and the name was changed to W. & J. Sloane to represent both siblings. Sloane’s son, Douglas, joined soon after.

W. & J. Sloane rose to prominence by importing beautiful Persian carpets to the United States. It was the first company to do so. This garnered the attention of wealthy New York families, including the Whitneys and Vanderbilts. In the late 1800s, W. & J. Sloane began producing its own furniture. It added an antiques department and opened a decorating and upholstery department.

Over the first half of the 20th century, W. & J. Sloane continued to decorate for prominent families while also working on Hollywood movie sets and automobile interiors. The company established a branch in San Francisco and acquired the upscale California Furniture Company. During World War II, the company received contracts for the interior design of United States Navy Liberty ships.

Chef Julia Child worked at the company in 1935, and during the early 1950s, the firm employed Arthur Elrod, an immensely influential decorator who played an integral role in defining mid-century modernist interiors in Palm Springs. By the mid-1950s, ownership of the company was no longer in the hands of the Sloane family.

In 1983, W. & J. Sloane shuttered its downtown Washington store, which was followed by the closure of its flagship New York store in 1984.

On 1stDibs, find vintage W. & J. Sloane seating, case pieces and more.

Creator: W. & J. Sloane

Sofa for W & J Sloane, 1950s

$9,500

Sofa for W & J Sloane, 1950s

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A stately and beautifully proportioned sofa, having a tufted and sectioned back with wide and comfortable flattened arms. The cushions are down filled and the fully upholstered sofa ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Danish Sofa, 1950s

$1,344

H 30.32 in W 61.03 in D 27.56 in

Vintage Danish Sofa, 1950s

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Sofa, 1950s. Organically shaped Mid-Century Modern sofa made by Danish master carpenter in Denmark in the 1940s or 1950s. Striped ...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

$1,603

H 32.29 in W 52.76 in D 28.75 in

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in Velvet fabric - Sturdy and stable

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

1950s Sofa with Houndstooth Upholstery

$3,900

H 30 in W 85 in D 34 in

1950s Sofa with Houndstooth Upholstery

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Highland, IN

This wonderful sofa has a design reminiscent of Edward Wormley's work for Dunbar, and a quality construction to match. The clean lines and subtle details allow the form to be the per...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sloane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, 1990

$7,000

H 29 in W 125.98 in D 39 in

Sloane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, 1990

By Vladimir Kagan, Preview

Located in Chicago, IL

Sloane sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview, 1990. Original upholstery

Category

1990s American Post-Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s

$2,358Sale Price|30% Off

H 38.19 in W 98.43 in D 34.26 in

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s

By Minotti, Gigi Radice

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet covering and legs in brass and black lacquered metal. It is recommended to replace the lining...

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

$5,500

H 27.5 in W 85 in D 31 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hamburg, PA

A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architect...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Italian Sofa Bed, 1950s

$2,323

H 32.68 in W 86.62 in D 32.68 in

Italian Sofa Bed, 1950s

Located in Wolfurt, AT

This Italian sofa bed was designed in the 1950s. The shapes lend elegance and modernity to the otherwise quite minimalist design. The seat is foldable...

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Sofa, 1950s

$1,733

H 34.65 in W 63 in D 27.56 in

Mid Century Sofa, 1950s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Striking mid century two seater sofa. It has been reupholstered in white and pink fabric. Typical and elegant 1950s design. 1950s - Belgium Very good condition, like new....

Category

1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s

$18,000

H 26 in W 104 in D 43 in

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Westport, CT

Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Maple

A Pair of 1950s Italian 1950s sofas reupholstered in linen

$13,124 / set

H 40.95 in W 59.06 in D 32.29 in

A Pair of 1950s Italian 1950s sofas reupholstered in linen

By Federico Munari

Located in Oxford, GB

A Wonderful pair of shapely 1950s Italian sofas. Purchased in Italy and reupholstered in the UK in a natural haze nut coloured lined produces by William Yeoward. Incredibly comfortab...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sloane Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan

$22,000Sale Price / set|22% Off

H 28 in W 148 in D 30 in

Sloane Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Established in 2008, the Vladimir Kagan Couture collection features a selection of the Classic Kagan designs from 1950s to his new designs from 21st century. One of the new designs on offer here is the New Moon sofa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

$4,900Sale Price|50% Off

H 31.5 in W 81 in D 30 in

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Miami, FL

Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutra...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Previously Available Items

Mid Century W&J Sloane Plinth Base Tuxedo Sofa

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H 25.25 in W 96 in D 33.5 in

Mid Century W&J Sloane Plinth Base Tuxedo Sofa

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Impressive W&J Sloane tuxedo sofa. Large 4 seat sofa with wood base detail. Fantastic period upholstery. Bolsters and arm rest covers complete ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fine Louis XVI Style Sofa in Powder Blue from W&J Sloane, New York

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H 35.5 in W 75.75 in D 32 in

Fine Louis XVI Style Sofa in Powder Blue from W&J Sloane, New York

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Originally purchased from W. & J. Sloane on Fifth Avenue, New York City. A Dramatic and Theatrical French Style Sofa with a Creme and Celadon Blue Painted Frame having a Carved Flora...

Category

20th Century Louis XVI W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

W. & J. Sloane New York Striped Velvet Traditional Sofa

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H 30 in W 88 in D 33.5 in

W. & J. Sloane New York Striped Velvet Traditional Sofa

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in New Windsor, NY

Three seater velvet upholstered sofa retail at W. & J. Sloane of New York. Comfortable, clean and room ready traditional sofa. Original velvet upho...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood

French Louis XV Provincial Style Sofa with Serpentine Carved Back

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H 34.5 in W 81 in D 25 in

French Louis XV Provincial Style Sofa with Serpentine Carved Back

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Early 20th century French Louis XV Provincial style sofa with serpentine carved back originally sold by W & J Sloane. Made in Italy. Item features serpentine carved rails, pink strip...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern W J Sloane Spring Floral Poppy Iris & Daffodil Sofa Sectional

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H 25 in W 90 in D 34 in

Mid-Century Modern W J Sloane Spring Floral Poppy Iris & Daffodil Sofa Sectional

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern W J Sloane Spring Floral Poppy Iris & Daffodil Sofa Sectional W. & J. Sloane, New York Poppy, Iris and Daffodil Sofa Sectional c. 1960; with tags. Larger secti...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Linen, Silk

Mid-Century Modern Sloane NY Jack Lenor Larsen Long Sofa

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H 26 in W 101 in D 34 in

Mid-Century Modern Sloane NY Jack Lenor Larsen Long Sofa

By Jack Lenor Larsen, W. & J. Sloane

Located in West Hartford, CT

1970s Sloane NY sofa with original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet upholstery in excellent original condition. Quite extraordinary.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

W & J Sloane Sofa

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H 30.75 in W 90 in D 36 in

W & J Sloane Sofa

By Paul McCobb, W. & J. Sloane

Located in Brooklyn, NY

model #1733 with exposed, sloping walnut frame in the manner of Paul McCobb reupholstered & refinished

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Sofa

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H 30.75 in W 90 in D 36 in

Sofa

By Paul McCobb, W. & J. Sloane

Located in Brooklyn, NY

model #1733 with exposed, sloping walnut frame reupholstered & refinished with original W & J Sloane cloth label

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage W.&J. Sloane Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

W. & J. Sloane sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

W. & J. Sloane sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of W. & J. Sloane sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by W. & J. Sloane were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by John Stuart, Herman Miller, and Charles and Ray Eames. Prices for W. & J. Sloane sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,495 and can go as high as $9,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,998.