Without question the greatest architect the United States has ever produced, Frank Lloyd Wright and his philosophy of “organic architecture” — of buildings that exist in harmony with their natural surroundings — had a profound influence on the shape of modern life.
Wright gave us some of the most elegant and iconic buildings in America: residences such as Fallingwater, in rural Pennsylvania, the Robie House in Chicago, and Taliesin, Wright’s own home; and masterful institutional structures that include the Unity Temple in Oak Park, Illinois, the Johnson Wax headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Whenever possible, Wright designed the furniture for his projects, to ensure an affinity between a building’s exterior and interior.
Wright’s wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement.
For Taliesin and several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. He revisited many of these forms in the 1950s in furniture licensed to the North Carolina firm Henredon, adding a decorative frieze-like element to the edges of tables and stools. Owing to a cross-licensing agreement between Henredon and Heritage at the time, Wright's lines of the era are usually labeled Heritage-Henredon.
The works on 1stDibs also show how happily Wright embraced new forms and materials. His desks and chairs for Johnson Wax have a streamlined look and use tubular steel to the same effect as designer Warren McArthur, who collaborated with Wright in the interiors of the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. For the Price Tower (1956) in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel — audacious furniture for his tallest completed building project.
The beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright’s furniture designs is that while many of us wish we could live in one of his houses, his vintage sofas, storage cabinets and armchairs connect us directly to his architecture, and to the history he made.
$27,500
H 30.5 in W 129 in D 69 in
Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century American Modern Upholstered Sectional Sofa
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Queens, NY
American Modern (1950s) upholstered beige sectional sofa. (FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT FOR HERITAGE HENRENDON) Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Fabric
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Sofa, Mahogany, Mid-Century Modern, 1955
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This authentic 1955 mid-century sofa from the Heritage Henredon "Taliesin" collection was designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It features its original streamlined sil...
Mahogany
Restored George Nelson Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Sofa designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Newly upholstered in a ticking striped fabric with chrome legs. Measures: 81". Arm height 21"
Fabric
Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley and Produced by Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A newly upholstered sofa made by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1965.
Walnut
American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 18.75" Arm Height (inches): 22.5" All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon...
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-century design is typically characterized by clean, simple lines and honest use of quality materials. It also generally includes minimal, tasteful use of decorative embellishment...
Fabric, Wood
$5,832 / item
H 33.86 in W 137.8 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern 3 Seats Sublime Sofa Made with Wood and Textile
Located in Seroa, PT
Measurement Units 2 Seats - D 100 x W 250 x H 86 cm 3 Seats - D 100 x W 350 x H 86 cm With Chaise Longue - D 195 x W 350 x H 86 cm Available in other configurations. The Sublime collection is influenced by Art Deco, born under the burst of bright colors and shades, mirroring the elegance and glamour of the 1920’s and aiming to be the inspiration of life. This collection is characterized by the use of brass, a noble and sophisticated material, and the lacquered surfaces, which provide the piece with the representative shine of Art Deco. Pieces with voluptuous lines, but nevertheless comfortable and cozy, are what define Art Deco, as well as our collection. The Sublime modular sofa offers all the space you need to welcome your family and friends. A very comfortable and elegant best-seller, with fabric upholstery that can be customised according to your needs. The perfect versatile addition to your living room. The Sublime sofa...
Textile, Wood
Ernst Schwadron Sofa
By Ernst Schwadron
Located in Hanover, MA
Three seat sofa designed by Austrian emigre Ernst Schwadron and retailed through Rena Rosenthal inc. New York in the 1940's. This design was part of his early collection for Knoll w...
Upholstery, Mahogany
2 Piece Directional Sofa Designed by Paul Mccobb
By Paul McCobb, Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Bensalem, PA
Two piece directional sofa designed by Paul Mccobb smaller section is 62 inches feel free to reach out with any questions
Brass
Portola Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Portola sofa features a handcrafted solid walnut or oak frame with loose seat and back cushions. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, Californi...
Upholstery, Oak
Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A small sofa / settee designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Iconic form with tapered brass legs. Fully restored and upholstered in Designtex / Lambert / Smoke.
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.
Fabric
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare bracket back model 486 sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and reupholstered.
Walnut
Harvey Probber Monumental Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
A monumental sofa designed by Harvey Probber. Bleached mahogany and brass legs with a dynamic triangular open end. Fully restored and reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Conifer / Oatmeal ...
Fabric
Dunbar Tete-a-Tete Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Tete-a-Tete sofa / daybed with walnut base and brass feet. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Herringbone Tweed / Navy & Taupe fabric.
Mahogany
Sofa by Carlo de Carli for Singer and Sons
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare sofa designed by Carlo de Carli for Singer and Sons. Fully restored and upholstered in Holly Hunt / Plushy / Teal fabric. Matching chair available separately.
Brass
