Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mario Bellini 'Camaleonda' Mid-Century Modular Sofa B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
A five piece modular sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Italy, c1970s, not a contemporary edition.
Infamous 'Camaleonda' model.
The modular nature of the sofa allows f...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric
Scandinavian Safari Armchair by Karin Mobring, 1980s / Never Used
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s
- Designer: Karin Mobring for Ikea
- Model Diana safari chair
- Never used, only unpacked and put together
- Textile (canvas)
- Dimensions of table: 62 x 28 x 57 cm.
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1970s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Canvas, Wood
Maison Regain Style Sofa/Living Room Set in Elm and Bouclé Fabric, France 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Maison Regain Style Sofa/living room set in Elm and bouclé Fabric, France, 1970s
This is a beautiful Mid-Century Modern Solid Elm Wood Sofa/living room set that was manufactured a...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Bouclé, Elm
Original Mid Century Red Leather and Chrome Swivel and Armchair Set by Pieff
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An exceptional original Pieff Gamma red leather suite. Originally purchased from Harrods in the 1970s this is a one owner set of the highest quality.
The Pieff Gamma range was not produced in large numbers so complete sets like these are rare to find. As with all Pieff furniture, they were made to last with high quality chrome bases and the very best leather. This red suite is a statement piece and will make a stunning addition to a stylish interior.
In excellent original condition, some age related wear to the leather but no rips of tears. the chrome is also in excellent condition with only a few minor blemishes as is to be expected from this 50yr old piece. The Swivel bases work perfectly with newly fitted bearings. The Pirelli rubber seats...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Chrome
Set of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Swivel Chairs by Carl Straub
By Carl Straub
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This pair of leather lounge armchair was created by Carl Straub during the 1950s. This swivel chairs are upholstered in coffee late brown leather with natural patina. The armchair st...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Metal
Set of Italian Mid-century Rattan Bowl Chair with side table and magazine rack
Located in Berlin, Germany
Set of Italian Mid-century Rattan Bowl Chair with side table and magazine rack
This set of rattan furniture was manufactured probably in the 1950s in Italy.
It consists of a captiv...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Black and Green Color Dining Chairs, Set of Six, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Elegant lines and solid structures for this stunning set of six dining chairs, recently restored. The structure is made of black lacquered walnut. They have been reupholstered in stain-resistant green color microfibre fabric. This set, designed in 1950, is an excellent example of Italian design of the era. You can also purchase his stylish dining table.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Walnut
Pair of Leather Armchairs
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
This Pair of Leather Armchairs, designed by Bruno Gecchelin and produced by Busnelli, Italy, in 1961, is an iconic example of mid-century modern Italian design. The armchairs feature...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Chrome
1960s Rare Living Room Oak Set, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered In quality 100% recycled KIRGBY fabric.
- Wooden parts have been carefully refurbished.
- The dimesnions of the chairs : height 75cm, seat height 44cm, width: ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Fabric, Wood
2 Seater Sofa Model 118 Made With a Teak Frame By Grete Jalk From 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Lejre, DK
This 2-seater sofa from around the 1960s is a rare beauty designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured by France & Søn in Denmark. It is made of beautiful teak wood and has newly upholste...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Teak
Exclusive furniture suite, Hartmut Lohmeyer
Located in Neuss, NW
Exclusive furniture suite, with one sofa and two armchairs of Type 400 from the 1950s by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn. High-quality teak frame with new contemporary wicker work. The...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Lovely Small Aged Tan Brown Leather Sofa and Matching Armchair Two-Piece Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice sofa and armchair suite in tan brown leather with removable scatter cushions
A good looki...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern 801 Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
Located in New York, NY
The 1950s proved to be politically and economically favorable to initiatives related to industrial production. The Polish naturalized Brazilian architect, Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020)...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Rosewood, Fabric
Eames Style Bentwood Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Astoria, NY
Eames Style Bentwood Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman, covered in beige leather, the chair on five leg aluminum base and ottoman on four leg aluminum base. Dimensions: Chair: 33" H x...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Ficks Reed Restored Rattan Complete Rattan Children's Living-Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Here is a complete child's rattan living-room set complete with loveseat, two armchairs, and coffee table.
Custom cushions are included in the price. Simply supply the fabric and we...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Black, 1969, Set of 3
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Sofa and two Lounge Chairs, Black Leather, Italy, 1969, Set of three.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "So...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Chrome
1950s, Vintage Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Oriental Lounge Armchairs designed by Michael Taylor from the Far East Side Collection for Baker Furniture with brass accents, low sleek form, and...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Walnut
Stunning Vintage Fully Tufted Chesterfield Olive Green Leather Sofa & Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage suite of circa 1960’s Olive Green leather Chesterfield club sofa and armchair
A very good looking and well made suite, th...
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1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Leather, Walnut
Taichiro Nakai Rare Freeform Sofa for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1954
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Taichiro Nakai rare freeform sofa for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, steel and velvet, Italy, 1954.
Talented Japanese designer Taichiro Nakai is mainly known for participating in and ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Steel
Pair of Tall Tufted Backs Black Lacquer Frames Decorative Arm Chairs Thrones
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of tall tufted backs black lacquer frames decorative arm chairs thrones.
Super high quality slight fading in the upholstery as pictured.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Living room set 'Tentazione' model 685 designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Milan, IT
Living room set 'Tentazione' model 685 designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Cassina, Italy, 1973.
The set consists of 2 armchairs and 1 two-seater sofa.
Soft and enveloping line...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Fabric
Rino Maturi Nuvolone Living Room Set in White Boucle by MIMO Padova 1970s Italy
By Mimo Padova
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
The living room set is composed of a Nuvolone modular sofa (with five modules) and a large coffee table (with storage units) which can be arranged to your liking.
The sofa and the t...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Bouclé, Plastic, Foam
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-45-A / B SET / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
Both chairs and the sofa have a strong silhouette. It is presented through the outlines and shape of the pieces. The relationship between the legs with armrests and the backrests ens...
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1950s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Cane, Teak
Italian Modern Armchairs Movie Chair by Mario Marenco for Poltrona Frau, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern armchairs movie chair by Mario Marenco for Poltrona Frau, 1980s
Set of 6 armchairs mod. Movie Chair with rectangular seat, armrests and bac...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Metal
Munari Sofa and 2 Armchairs
By Bruno Munari
Located in Catania, IT
Living room consisting of a sofa and 2 armchairs, with elegant lines that reflect the classic Italian furniture of the 1950s, attributable to Bruno Munari.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sofa & Chair Set by Natuzzi Attributed to Pierluigi Cerri, Italy, c. 1990's
By Natuzzi
Located in Deland, FL
Introduce a striking piece of post-modern design to your living space with this exquisite four-seat sofa with matching lounge chair by Natuzzi, a renowned Italian furniture manufacturer. Crafted in the 1990s, these sofas feature original black leather upholstery that exudes sophistication and timeless style. The high back design offers excellent support and comfort, making it perfect for lounging.
These pieces are highly reminiscent of the design ethos of Pierluigi Cerri, who was known for his work with Natuzzi during this era. The sofa showcases clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic, characteristic of Cerri's design language. The leather upholstery has unique stitching details, creating a subtle yet distinctive pattern that adds visual interest and texture to the piece.
Constructed with the quality and attention to detail that Natuzzi is famous for, this sofa set not only provides exceptional comfort but also stands as a statement piece in any modern or contemporary interior. Its robust frame and durable leather ensure it will remain a cherished part of your home for years to come.
Perfect for a chic apartment or a stylish living room, this post-modern sofa set by Natuzzi is a testament to Italian craftsmanship and innovative design.
Natuzzi, founded in 1959 by Pasquale Natuzzi, is Italy's largest furniture manufacturer and a global leader in leather upholstery. The company began in a small workshop in Taranto, Italy, and quickly grew due to Pasquale Natuzzi's vision and dedication to quality and innovation. By the 1980s, Natuzzi had expanded its reach to the United States, revolutionizing the American leather furniture market with competitively priced, stylish products. Today, Natuzzi continues to be a leader in the furniture industry, known for its high-quality materials, meticulous craftsmanship, and elegant designs that cater to a global market.
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Width: 90 in / 228.6 cm
Depth: 38 in / 96.52 cm
Height: 31 in / 78.74 cm
This larger than life set of Natuzzi sofas...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Gio Ponti and Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Set of 2 Wooden Model DU10 Chairs, 1951
Located in Milan, IT
Gio Ponti and Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Set of 2 Model DU10 chairs, 1951
A Black lacquered tubular metal structure geometrically holds two molded plywood elements in this stately ra...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen freestanding two seater sofa mounted on walnut legs. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned leather. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in 1974.
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Leather, Walnut
2x 'Boomerang' H. Mitzlaff, E. Schmidt for Soloform, bouclé lounge chairs, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
Hans Mitzlaff for Eugen Schmidt Soloform, two armchairs / lounge chairs, 'Boomerang' model, wood, fabric, designed in 1953, Germany. A pair of wooden armchairs with black lacquered f...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Wood, Bouclé
Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan 3-Seat Sectional Sofa w/ 2-Tier Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare find is a 3-strand 3/4 pretzel arm rattan 3-seat sectional sofa paired with a spacious 2-tier side table, seamlessly fitting on the armle...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Rattan
Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Freestanding two seater sofa with legs of oak. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned ox-hide. Model 2208. Manufactured and marked by Fredericia Stolefabrik.
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Oak
Modern Marinelli Two-Seat Black Leather Sofa, Italy
Located in Voorburg, NL
Amazing black leather two seat sofa manufactured by Marinelli of Italy. This sofa is very solid and extremely comfortable to sit in. The so...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Dreipunkt Modular Lounge Sessel Sofa Sitzgruppe Leder gelb, Deutschland 1970er
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Wunderschönes 5er Set modularer Lounge Sessel in feinstem, weichen, Anilin Leder in senfgelb Dreipunkt zugeschrieben, Deutschland 1970er Jahre.
Hochwertig verarbeitet und sehr beque...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Vintage Ivory Original Fabric Living Room Set of 3 Pieces by Paolo Buffa, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This set is very particular and interesting because both the sofa and the armchairs feature vintage brass cones feet.
Their fabric is original and, as you can s...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Brass
1970 Dordogne style Charlotte Perriand by Robert Sentou Wicker Wood 4 Chairs
Located in Brescia, IT
Set of 4 chairs
Wicker and wood
1960
Designed in the style of Charlotte Perriand
Slight defects to the wicker shown in the pictures
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Wicker, Wood
1980s Office Room Modul Set from Ton/Thonet, Czechoslovakia
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Leather pillows with signs of use including holes
- wooden parts in good original condition
- Can be set up as 2-seat sofa and one chair or 3-seat sofa.
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1980s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather "Coronado" Lounge Chairs & Footstool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A plush pair of vintage "Coronado" lounge chairs with footstool in lovely original top-grain light brown leather designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. Gorgeous Italian leat...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room Set by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
This two elements living room set from the Mid-Century Modern Italian Riviera period designed by Romeo Rega is bursting with nostalgia. With its impeccable design, perfect proportion...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Brass
Marco Zanuso "Square" Living Room Set for Arflex, 1962
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Marco Zanuso "Square" Living Room Set for Arflex, Italy, 1962.
The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" sofa, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commitment to modernist design ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century 'Scoop' Sofa and Chair Set with Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage matching sofa with lounge chair features uniquely shaped chrome frames, tufted upholstery and a stylish matching ottoman. Wonderful moder...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Bamboo Armchairs, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Prato, IT
Pair of Italian organic modern bamboo armchairs with original floral cushions from 1960s
The armchairs are n the style of Franco Albini, Paul Frankl, McGuire and they are in really ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Modern Johannes Andersen Sofa and Lounge Chairs for Trensum
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful matching living room set features a stunning blend of comfort and impeccable style. Three pieces include matching armchairs and a rounded sofa. Carefully designed by J...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Living Room Bamboo Set. 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Living Room Bamboo Set consisting in 1 sofa and 1 glass top coffee table in very good vintage conditions.
A couple of slats of the seat are damaged, but th...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Bamboo, Glass
Mid-Century Catalogue Living Room Set, Indiana, 1977s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Finland
- Made of masiv pine wood, leather
- Leather and wooden parts has some signs use
- The skin was treated
- Dimensions of table: H 47cm x W 74cm x D 74cm
- New f...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vittorio Introini Set of Four Longobarda Dining Chairs by Saporiti 1960s Italy
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of four Longobarda chairs with chromed metal legs, seat, and back upholstered with blue shade fabric.
The Longobarda chair was designed by Vittorio Introini and manufactured by ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Ivory Bouclé, 1969
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, sofa and two lounge chairs, ivory bouclé and chromed steel, Italy, 1969, set of three.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa is firmly associated with the next decade, when its popularity peaked. "Soriana" is low and invites you to sink into its curves. The most notable feature of those lounge chairs and sofa, however, is the Minimalist structure in chromed steel. This external structure in steel rod keeps the cover taut using buttons...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Living Room Set by Florence Knoll, USA, 1960
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A stunning living room set from the “Parallel Bar” series, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, manufactured in the United States of America, circa 1960.
Made of the highest quality chrome-plated metal with beautiful beige fabric upholstery. The seats have a wonderful modern design that are very recognizable for the style of Knoll. Smooth, modern and very inviting! The armrests add to the wonderful seating comfort. This set will make a wonderful addition to any decor, adding style, class and comfort the interior!
The sizes for the chair are W. 79 x D. 50 x H. 77 (SH. 41) cm
The sizes for the sofa are W. 158 x D. 48 x H. 75 (SH. 38) cm
The set remains in very good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Florence Knoll Bassett (born May 24, 1917) is an American architect and furniture designer who studied under Mies van der Rohe and Eliel Saarinen. She was born Florence Schust.
In 1938, Hans Knoll founded his furniture company by that name in New York. In 1943, Florence Schust convinced Hans she could help bring in business to his company even in America’s wartime economy by expanding into interior design by working with architects. With her architectural background and design flair, she succeeded. They married in 1946, she became a full business partner and together they founded Knoll Associates. A new furniture factory was established in Pennsylvania and dealers in Knoll’s furniture were carefully added over the next several years.
Florence Knoll felt architects should contribute their design ability to furniture as well. Some of these furniture designs would become design icons of the 20th century and have remained in the Knoll line for decades due to their timeless design. When Hans Knoll died in a car accident in 1955, Florence Knoll took over operation of the company. Florence Knoll herself designed chairs, sofas, tables and casegoods during the 1950s, many of which remain in the Knoll line to this day. In 1958 she married Harry Hood Bassett.
Her American interpretation of Minimalist, rationalist design theories is clearly evident in Knoll’s storage pieces. She mixed woods and metals to great effect and added laminates as they became popular. Dressers and desks are all square in design but never lack for quality. Hanging cabinets have glass shelves, sliding doors and drop down fronts that can be used as bars.
As an architect, Knoll’s most famous creations are the Connecticut General Life...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Metal
Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room Set by Romeo Rega, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Paris, IDF
This three elements living room set from the Mid-Century Modern Italian Riviera period designed by Romeo Rega is bursting with nostalgia. With its impeccable design, perfect proporti...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Portuguese Living Room Set in Ebonized Wood and Straw Seats
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Portuguese living room set in ebonized wood and straw stuffing from 1960s.
The set consists of a little table, two armchairs, two chairs and one sofa.
Measureme...
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1960s Portuguese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Straw, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Living Room Set, with Coffee Table, New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Rattan living room set, New Upholstery
Sofa, pair of armchairs, coffee table.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Rattan
Set of Two Danish Adjustable Wingback Lounge Chairs in Teak by Ib Kofod Larsen
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of two wingback lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1954. The chairs are reclinable and it can be adjusted in three positions, as seen in the pictures. The chairs have b...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Wool, Teak
2 Armchairs in Leather, Year: 1960, Country: Italy
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 armchairs in leather
Year 1960
Materials : Wood and leather
Finish: polyurethanic lacquer
Country: Italian
Elegant and sophisticated armchairs.
We have specialized in the sale o...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-century modern Italian designed Living Room Set, 1960s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1960 / living room set / Meta Italy / chrome, fabric, metal, glass / Mid-century / Regency / Vintage
Beautiful Living room set by the Italian luxury furniture manufacturer M...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy, 1969, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969, Set of two.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
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Chrome
Italian Modern Living Room Sofa Set
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish three-piece living room set includes a unique loveseat and pair of matching chairs. Vibrant modern upholstery compliments the shapely scul...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Brass
Set Of 8 Dining Chairs Model 78 Made In Mahogany By N.O Møller From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
These mahogany dining table chairs, model 78, were designed by N.O. Møller and manufactured by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The chairs are up...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Safari Chairs by Erik Wørts for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
The image depicts a pair of Danish mid-century ‘safari’ chairs, which are iconic in their simplistic yet elegant design. They were designed by Erik Wørts for Niels Eilersen and are r...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Modular limegreen Mohair Living Room Suite Sectional Sofa Germany
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the late 70ties is manufactured in germany.
The frame is made of lacquered dark stained oak wood.
The thick seat cushions made ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Oak, Mohair, Foam
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