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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 1900s
Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous vintage sofa made in the 1950s, Italian manufacture. The sofa is totally covered in black faux fur, very whimsical. The shapes are very simple and sinuous. There are 4 fee...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fur, Faux Fur

Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa
Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa
€2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Sofà Mid-Century Italian Design Velvet and Brass
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sofà Mid-Century Italian design velvet and brass, Isa Bergamo production. The velvet is original from its 1950s and below it has a photo that has been rep...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

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...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Sofa, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern is a term that has become very familiar to design aficionados in the past decades. It evolved from the craft traditions of cabinetmaking in Denmark, bolstered by the Co...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Giuseppe Scapinelli. Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Caviúna Wood and Silk Upholstery
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Superb four seater mid-century modern sofa made of Brazilian caviúna wood. Extremely well-made, beautiful and stylish, with a sophisticated blue silk upholstery.
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Wood, Silk

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret LC/PJ-SI-41-A Pair of Advocate Chairs / Authentic
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the pieces. The objects exude an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; their auratic q...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Modular Table Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller with Pierre Frey cushion
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
“design is a response to social change“ george nelson said, the director of design with office furniture manufacturer herman miller. economic growth and larger companies lead to rapi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927- 1996) and Martin Eisler (1913- 1977). This piece is an icon and illustrates some ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

S12 Model 3 Seat Sofa by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium, 1958
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design model S12 3 seat Sofa by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium 1958. All original, untouched fabric and vintage condition. Comes all complete with a...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Midcentury Sofa in the Milo Baughman Style with Walnut Trim
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century "Block" sofa in the Milo Baughman style with walnut trim and green and white upholstery.  
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Walnut

Mid-Century Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Nordic Mid-Century Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape and slim, tapered legs, this two-seater is exceptionally ...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-36-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The sofa embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplifi...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed
Located in Dallas, TX
A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Napoleon 3 Style Sofa Covered with Satin, circa 1950, Baroque
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon 3 style sofa covered with satin, circa 1950, baroque all covered with yellow satin, slightly discolored satin, and small spots.
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1950s French Napoleon III Vintage Sofas

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Satin, Wood

European Cabinetmaker Three-Seater Statement Sofa, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This three-seater mid-century modern sofa is a timeless statement piece. In the world of interior design, few furniture pieces captivate the imagination quite like the mid-century mo...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three Seat Sofa
Located in Den Haag, NL
Mid Century modern Italian three seat sofa
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Fully Restored Whisky Brown Leather Lutyen's Viceroy Sofa, circa 1900
By Lutyen’s Viceroy, Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored Whisky brown leather Lutyen’s Viceroy style two seat brown leather sofa with Thom...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian Freeform Curved Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, iron, brass, Italy, 1950s This eccentric sofa features an interesting composition. The seating area and the backrest are organically sha...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass, Iron

Danish Midcentury Børge Mogensen 4 Seater Oak Bench Sofa and Two Armchairs
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Danish midcentury 1950s oak and blue fabric lounge set featuring a 4 seater model 2219 bench sofa and two 2257 armchairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredricia Stolefabrik. Designed a...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Three-Seat Sofa in Teak and Greenish Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s Scandinavian modern sofa with modest yet striking lines. The way the armrests bent outwards remind of the designs by Folke Ohlsson. Looking at the...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Italian Sofa with Burlap Bed Mechanism
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s original Italian sofa refurbish and reupholstered with the panna cotta corduroy cotton velvet, and new foam. Sofa and the bed very comfortable .Brass and metal lags when the b...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass

1950s Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System Three Seat Sofa for Reupholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an early Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System Sofa, Model 53, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1955. This piece was produced in the USA at around the same time. It is a ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Restored 10 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century ten-strand square pretzel arm rattan 3-seater sectional sofa in the style of Paul T. Frankl. It comes with custom-made cushions available C.O.M. and a finely constructed ...
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1950s American Vintage Sofas

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Rattan

Arne Norell curvy Soffa Produced by Westbergs Möbler, Sweden, circa 1960
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
A rare curvy 3 seats Arne Norell soffa produced by Westbergs Möbler edition in 1950. The sofa is composed by stained beech feets and is reupholstered with a bouclette fabric in white...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Bouclé, Beech

Midcentury sofa mod. D70 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1954
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iconic sofa "with wings" model D70 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. Originally born as a sofa bed, the D70 has an innovative mechanism that allows you to open the sofa until it...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Uncommon Jens Risom Model 2516 sofa with a curvaceous back and sculptural walnut base. The sides of the base with subtle bow tie shape, cutouts in the front of the frame lend to the...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Grete Jalk, JH180 Johannes Hansen Sofa
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A mahogany sofa by Grete Jalk for Johannes Hansen. As far as we know, this is the only design Jalk created for Johannes Hansen. It is a linear and minimalist box style sofa that enve...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Wool

Restored "Triple Triangle" 3-strand Sectional Settee W/ Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare 3-strand "Triple Triangle" arm rattan 2-seat sectional settee featuring an arch looped base with a stack rattan seat. Measures: Sofa: 33in. H x 73in. W x 36in. D. We only purc...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Restored Three-strand 3/4 Pretzel Arm Rattan 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm 3-seat rattan sofa features the well-known 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Armrest on each end with a decorative arch along the base. The sofa is decorated ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Three-seater 1950s orange velvet sofa
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
3-seater sofa, sprung padding, velvet upholstery. Fair condition, fabric ruined. Possible fabric makeover in our workshop by prior estimate.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

ISA Bergamo Italian Sofa in Brass and Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, brass, Italy, 1950s This sofa exemplifies the iconic Italian design of the 1950s, characterized by its organic and sculptural form that defies minimalism. This two-sea...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love This sofa was purchased from an architects house interior in Belgium The design is very reminiscent to the works of...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century 2-Seat Sofa, Minerva Series by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 125 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH) This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Daverkosen. The ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Sofa and two armchairs by Ezio Longhi for Elam
Located in Lugo, IT
Sofa and two armchairs by Ezio Longhi for Elam. Full restoration. A theater fabric, difficult to work with but beautiful to look at, was used. Thank you
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Fabulous Space Age Karpen Style Gondola Sofa, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exciting Space Age Karpen style gondola sofa. Dramatic tapered legs are capped with out turned brass sabots. Re-upholstery is recommended because the fabric is dated and shows a bit ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Newly Upholstered Carved Wood Louis XVI Style Canape
Located in New York, NY
Newly upholstered 1950's Louis XVI style carved wood sofa with columnal legs and carved ornamental details to corners. Single welting and arm cushions. Down wrapped seat. Age appropr...
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1950s American Louis XVI Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1950's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This sofa is believed to have been crafted in Italy around the 1950s. It showcases the elegance and refinement typical of mid-century Italian design, with its slim, elongated brass l...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Rare curved sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa, circa 1950 walnut, original gold velvet, iron very good original condition Measures: 145.5 x 60 cm height 94 cm height seat. 41 cm.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
Paolo Buffa Walnut Sofa, 1950
€2,990 Sale Price
35% Off
Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking piece and a versatile scale. It has a big look but doesn't have a large footprint.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Model 4906 Large Sofa
Located in West Hartford, CT
Iconic large Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs model 4906 sofa that measures 100 inches wide and still retains its original light green textured fabric in good condition. It ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Mid-Century Modern Italian Chiavari Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the city of Chiavari in Italy, where they have been produced since then in various models. Made of mahogany stained beech...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Satin, Beech

Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Red Fabric Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussmann for De Sede, sofa model RH-302, metal, red upholstery, Switzerland, design 1954 This comfortable sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede and features a chr...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dunbar Furniture bracket back sofa, Model 131 designed by Roger Sprunger. Rare smaller version sofa or loveseat that is perfect for two people. Solid mahogany "L" bracket supports gi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

American brown velvet sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Imposing brown velvet American sofa embodies elegance and comfort in perfect balance. circa 1950s-60s. The recently refreshed velvet envelops the frame with its soft and refined text...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Superb 1958, 3 Seat, Gianfranco Frattini, '872' Leather Sofa, Cassina, Italy
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and very rare 1958 '872' sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy. This 3 seat sofa has been newly upholstered with new Pantera TM foam and finished in superb dark brow...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Nickel

Ico Parisi Italian Sofa Early 1960s in Pink Velvet and Brass Feet
Located in bari, IT
Italian sofa, early 1960s, in pink velvet brass feet the excellent conditions by Ico Parisi. Padiglione Soggiorno in Parco Sempione, for the Milan Triennial X, 1954. Photo by Paolo...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass

Vintage Two Seats Chesterfield Sofa, 1900
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful chesterfield leather sofa in good vintage condition, the buttons are well attached. It is from the 1990’s. It is made of leather and square wood legs with a silver leaf. It...
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Early 1900s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas

Materials

Silver Leaf

Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son Denmark, 1950s Original leather.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century 3 Seat Sofa by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany, 1950s
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 85-102 x 190 x 74 41 cm (Depth x Width x Height / Seat height) This unique mid-century design sofa/daybed was designed by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany in the 1960...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

“Minerva” Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard for France & Son, Denmark 1950
Located in Wilnis, UT
A wonderful sofa / daybed, model “Minerva”, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard and manufactured by France & Son in Denmark around 1950. Made of high quality teak wood in a beau...
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1950s Danish Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Brass Cross Stretcher
Located in St. Louis, MO
1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional sofa on tapered legs with round brass stretcher from front to back and side to side. Drop arm detail, older floral upholstery ne...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

Sofa Hans Günther Reinstein for Vereinigte Möbelfabriken Germania, Germany, 1908
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa Hans Günther Reinstein for Vereinigte Möbelfabriken Germania, Germany, 1908 Hans Günther REINSTEIN (1880 - 1938) Made out of cardboard.
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Early 1900s German Antique Sofas

Materials

Softwood

Two-seater Model 115 in Velvet Upholstery by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands
Located in Hellouw, NL
Theo Ruth’s Model 115 for Artifort is a refined example of mid-century Dutch design. With a focus on organic form and comfort, this two-seater combines sculptural elegance with a rel...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Seldom Seen Danish Sofa Designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Danish modern sofa (frame) designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold. In original estate condition. Retain original finish, patina showing just the right amount of cosmetic...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Oak, Teak

Lenzi, Three Seater Sofa. Italy, C.1950
Located in Munster, NRW
Beautiful sofa manufactured by Lenzi in Italy during the 1950s. This comfortable piece features exceptional proportions and a distinctive design with its modernist lines. The base sh...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant, feminine three-seat sofa from the “Paradis” series by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK (Nordiska Kompaniet). Reupholstered with an off-white wool Hallingdal fabric.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofa from Bröderna Andersson, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater sofa was made by the Swedish manufacturer Bröderna Anderssons during the 1950s. The sofa is upholstered with a high-quality material in a noble red color. It is an ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Danish Modern Frits Henningsen Large Scale Sofa 118" Width Reupholstered
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Sofa, designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1940s. This sofa is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send us 14 yards of you...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ole Wanscher Sofa Model 116 / Senator Produced by France & Son in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model 116 / Senator designed by Ole Wanscher. Produced by France & Son in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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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