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Sofas For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Herman Miller
Midcentury Leather Sectional Corner Sofa by De Sede, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This impressive sectional corner sofa was made by the famous Swiss company 'De Sede'. We have not been able to find much information but we believe it to be model DS94. A beautiful d...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
80s Postmodern Convertible Black Leather Designer Frigg De Sede 140 Sofa DeSede
By De Sede
Located in Basel, BS
Very beautiful original 1980s De Sede Designer original by Rito Frigg in solid black-- black frame, black patinated leather. This sofa is extremely versatile and it converts into various configurations, to your desires!
From the De Sede Website:
"Market launch of DS-140 by Reto Frigg: thanks to its new rotating seat system, the sofa can be converted into an elegant double lounge...
Category
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland 1970s
Experience the remarkable De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, skillfully crafted in the 1970s. This sturdy an...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape. Each element recalls a terrace-like, stepped slope with different widths and depths. A valley or a mountain can appear depending on how the individual modules are assembled. The "Terrazza" was recreated thanks to the De Sede manufacturer and its ability to transform high-quality leather into seating furniture. This multi-layered upholstered relief invites people to sit or lie down, combining durability and comfort with a unique design.
After training at the Art and Design College in Zurich, Ulbald Klug (1932) gained further experience in architectural practices in Zurich and Helsinki. Paris has been his sphere of activity since 1966, when he founded his architecture and interior design bureau. Klug proved himself successful at finding solutions to different challenges and developed non-conformist solutions - from furniture design, to concepts for urban installations, to architectural prototypes...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Modular Sofa by Peter Ghyczy for Herman Miller, Germany, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Peter Ghyczy's exceptional 2-seater sofa from the 1970s is an incredibly rare and truly unique piece. Also referred to as the "Fehlbaum sofa".
Finding this particular sofa is a rar...
Category
1970s German Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Cotton, Fiberglass
George Nelson Daybed Sofa in Blue Checker Reupholstery by Alexander Girard
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson daybed for Herman Miller in newly upholstered Alexander Girard Maharam "Checker" fabric.
George Nelson and Alexander Girard were both A...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, crafted in the 1970s. This sofa is a sturdy and comfortable ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS-101 Leather Three-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-101 Leather Three-seater sofa, Switzerland 1960s,
This exceptional Leather De Sede DS-101 three-seater sofa, originating from Switzerland in the 1960s, showcases outsta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
1970s De Sede Adjustable Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa DS-110 James Bond
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good condition with some signs of use
- height of seat 35 cm
- adjustable depth from 82 - 104 cm
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Three Seater Sofa by De Sede DS-12 in Brown Neck Leather, 1960s, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have 2 matching armchairs also available here on the platform.
Height: 25.99 in (66 cm)
Width: 86.62 in (220 cm)
Depth: 32.68 in (83 cm)
Seat Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede DS-164 Right Sofa Bed in Off White Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise longue in a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974, Set of 2
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of two.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape. Each element recalls a terrace-like, stepped slope with different widths and depths. A valley or a mountain can appear depending on how the individual modules are assembled. The "Terrazza" was recreated thanks to the De Sede manufacturer and its ability to transform high-quality leather into seating furniture. This multi-layered upholstered relief invites people to sit or lie down, combining durability and comfort with a unique design.
After training at the Art and Design College in Zurich, Ulbald Klug (1932) gained further experience in architectural practices in Zurich and Helsinki. Paris has been his sphere of activity since 1966, when he founded his architecture and interior design bureau. Klug proved himself successful at finding solutions to different challenges and developed non-conformist solutions - from furniture design, to concepts for urban installations, to architectural prototypes...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Naturale cuoio leather
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Feet up and just unwind – our DS-80 relocates sleep to the daytime hours, the time when we are supposed to be active and getting things done. Its subtle appearance reminds us to take a relaxing break from our hectic everyday lives once in a while – and that’s certainly nothing to be ashamed of.
The modest dimensions of the daybed are a benefit here, as they gently force you to spend some time on your own. Part of the basic furnishings of any upscale interior in the 1920s, the flat daybed has been enjoying a Renaissance for several years now.
Our daybed caused a stir more than 30 years ago, with its elaborate patchwork processing and freely placeable back cushions. This timeless Classic has now been gently updated. It is available both as a daybed and as a small lounge sofa, too.
The daybed doubles as a lounge sofa The daybed DS-80 has established itself as a timeless Classic by De Sede ever since it was launched in 1969: to this day, the model is a paradigm of highclass leather manufacture and
popular all-over the world.
To be honest, we’re not quite sure which we like better: the newly produced models or the 50-year-old sculptures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful dark brown leather sofa model DS31 designed and produced by De Sede.
One of our personal favorites from De Sede.
Well designed polished aluminum legs.
The sofa has...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, 1974
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ulbald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974.
Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landscape. Each element recalls a terrace-like, stepped slope with different widths and depths. A valley or a mountain can appear depending on how the individual modules are assembled. The "Terrazza" was recreated thanks to the De Sede manufacturer and its ability to transform high-quality leather into seating furniture. This multi-layered upholstered relief invites people to sit or lie down, combining durability and comfort with a unique design.
After training at the Art and Design College in Zurich, Ulbald Klug (1932) gained further experience in architectural practices in Zurich and Helsinki. Paris has been his sphere of activity since 1966, when he founded his architecture and interior design bureau. Klug proved himself successful at finding solutions to different challenges and developed non-conformist solutions - from furniture design, to concepts for urban installations, to architectural prototypes...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
1980s De Sede Exclusive Brown Leather Sofa, Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- slight smell of tobacco
Category
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
70s Sofa by De Sede Model DS-61 Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare high-backed 2-seater sofa DS-61 from the 1970s by DeSede with the striking original cover made of cognac coloured buffalo leather with a wonderful patina.
Quality features:
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Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS-80 Lounge Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-80 lounge sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 69 x W 204 x H 58 cm
Materials: Frame made of solid wood, lacquered in silk matt black. SEDEX upholstery with SEDE-Lux padding.
Glides ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
DeSede DS-747/40 Multifunctional Sofa in Noce Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Once upon a time, there was a master saddler with his mind set on taking bulky, thick leather and using his perfect craftsmanship to make it comfortable and cozy. For genera-tions, the legacy of what Ernst Lüthy created when he established de Sede in the 1960s has been reflected in DS-747: form follows function. Be it sitting, sleeping, dining or relaxing – thanks to its essence of excellence, this all-rounder offers optimum functionality: with a few easy flicks of the wrist, the armrests can be tilted independently of each other and the soft seating surfaces enlarged. The exposed back lends DS-747 its lightness as a small sculpture with a high function – a sofa created to sit not on but in.
A marvel in three dimensions, DS-747 is perfectly suited for small spaces or city apartments. If visitors spontaneously decide to stay longer, this elegant yet compact sofa offers an outstand-ing place to sleep – the armrests can be folded down with a few very easy flicks of the wrist. A sophisticated mechanism can be used to enlarge the seating surface, while the deliberately exposed back offers a glimpse into the functions of DS-747. The multifunctional sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage modular sofa set by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century sofa set in brown leather by Desede.
The set consists of a three seater bench and a two seater bench.
Nice quality leather, as ...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Contemporary Hush High Wingback Sofa Naughtone for Herman Miller Yellow & Black
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Contemporary NaughtOne for Herman Miller Hush high wing back sofa or settee with yellow & black fabric and polyester powder coated yellow metal wire sled base, 3 available selling separately. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. They have been professionally cleaned. No outstanding flaws have been detected. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Early 21st Century.
Do you know where a Bee sits??? On it’s BEE-HIND!!! LOL! Ok, just a little fun about the beautiful black & yellow fabric that we think is the bees-knees!!! It’s striking! We have three (selling separately) NaughtOne for Herman Miller Hush high wing back sofas or settees comprised of molded plywood inner frames with distinctive profiles and a metal wire sled base finished in a hard-wearing polyester bright yellow powder coat to match the fabulous horizontal channeled, high quality foam seat & back cushions. The wing style sides, and inner frame is covered in a wonderful black & white tweed, some call it the “bumblebee look.” Aren’t they AWESOME??? We certainly think they are something to BUZZ about!!!! Ha ha! NaughtOne is owned and sold by Herman Miller and the Hush high wing back sofa is available with two or three seat capacity, ours are the two-seater sofas. The Hush sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
DS94 DeSede Leather Sofa 1980s
By De Sede
Located in Pasadena, TX
DS94 leather sofa by DeSede
1980s
Leather model DS-94, manufactured by De Sede Switzerland 1970s.
The sofa is upholstered with very nice high quality natural/tan leather. Superb com...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS101 Two Seater Leather and Gognac Color, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Robust patinated leather De Sede DS-101 two-seater sofa. Excellent comfort with an extendable seat for much more lounge comfort and high-quality neck leather. The frame is made of be...
Category
1770s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Antique Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS10 White Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Denton, TX
DS 10 three seat sofa by De Sede of Switzerland. Top quality leather with adjustable head rest and very comfortable.
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
De Sede DS-164 Three-Seat Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise longue in a single movement, while the backrest can be s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Set of DS-1025 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-1025 sofa by De Sede
Designer: Ubald Klug
Dimensions: left D 91 x W 156 x H 70 cm
right D 91 x W 156 x H 70 cm
Total: 91 x 312 x 70 cm
Materials: Leather, SEDEX upholstery ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
DS14 De Sede 20th Century Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
Hand-made in Switzerland by renowned furniture manufacturers De Sede, this Modernist leather sofa is simultaneously sophisticated and playful. The armrests double over themselves in ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Blue with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
De Sede ‘DS-15’ Modular Sofas in Patinated Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, 'DS-15' modular sofa, patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains three regular elements and three cor...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sofa DS88 Designed by De Sede Team, Switzerland, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Bern, CH
Beautiful and rare leather patchwork sofa DS88 designed by De Sede Team, Switzerland 1970. The sofa is unique with the different leather parts. Also suitable as a pull-out sofa on wh...
Category
1970s European Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds-47 Neck Leather Two-Seat Sofa from Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland 1970s
Introducing the De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather two-seat Sofa, crafted in the 1970s in Switzerland with great attention to detail...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
DS-102 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-102 sofa by De Sede
The cushions are optional, please contact us.
Dimensions: D 90 x W 235 x H 77 cm
Materials: Aluminium, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
De Sede Leather Sofa by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-77/03 2-seat sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Steel legs, matte dark nickel coating. Standard seat and back heights. Neck support in brushed stainle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shaped Modular Sofa in Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds 98 Leather Three-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, 1980
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 98 Leather three-seater sofa, Switzerland 1980.
The De Sede DS 98 three-seater sofa, crafted in Switzerland during the 1980s, is the ultimate expression of comfort and ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
DeSede DS 76 Vintage Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Austin, TX
DeSede leather sofa, circa 1970, of thick leather brown hide. The iconic leather sofa is comfortable and versatile, all zippers are in great condit...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinitel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS-1088 Configurable Patchwork Leather Sofa with Elongated Cushions by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four adjustable sofa base elements DS-1088/05 and three cushions DS-1088/96 by de Sede. Patchwork in its prettiest form. DS-1088 presents itself with a beautiful special feature. The leather is elaborately crafted by hand in a patchwork appearance – for an individually stylish look. The sofa landscape consists of single cubic elements that can be combined with one another in infinite ways. Cushions with an elongated design need no attachment to stay on the sofa and can be moved around in flexible ways. We launched this favorite sofa back in 1975. Now, nearly 45 years later, we are celebrating its comeback.
Details:
Standard configuration: Seat element in a patchwork look, connectors can be used to combine the individual seating elements to create custom sofa landscapes.
Upholstery and assembly: Sedex upholstery covered with wadding. Compact frame made of panel materials and strapped to seat frame. Cushions filled with spelt chaff and latex for combined support and comfort. Glides for hard and soft floor coverings.
Function: Unused connectors can be removed.
Note: Loosely covered...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 Nonstop Snake Shaped Modular Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS-2011 Bauhaus Leather Two-Seat Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two-seat sofa DS-2011/02 by De Sede. Aesthetics and functionality in a harmonious combination. An impressive design with a solid steel construction and light upholstery. Casual cushions and visible seams complete the harmonious look.
Details:
Standard configuration: Runners black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Desede Two-Seater Leather Sofa with Pierre Frey Mohair Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Two Seater Vintage De Sede leather sofa with Mohair cushions.
WK 612 for WK Wohnen by DeSede.
Materials: Original Vintage Leather F...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mohair
De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Black Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest In the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
Looking for a statement piece that combines luxury and history? Look no further tha...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-880/23 Comfortable Sofa in Cuoio Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The adrenaline surges, the heart beats faster, an unusually comforting feeling takes hold in the stomach, and suddenly it seems as if the world is frozen in place: even the ancient G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug, 1 Element
By De Sede, Ubald Klug
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Schiefer Fabric by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest in the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 98 Leather Two-seater Sofa, Switzerland 1980
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 98 Leather two-seater sofa, Switzerland 1980.
This two-seater De Sede DS 98 leather sofa was made in Switzerland during the 1980s and is a symbol of superb comfort and ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede Ds-602 Modular Sofa in Fabric Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Children imagine their own dream job at an early age and enthuse about it. The childlike way of thinking about the future with a positive lightness of touch, and many of them actuall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Perla Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest in the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Brown with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-102 Sofa in Espresso Upholstery by Mathias Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A series with an eye-catching, core leather lacing. This model series’ softly upholstered shell with its extremely comfortable cushions creates an island in the living space. Whether...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
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