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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1930s
Bauhaus Design Tubular Steel & Leather 3 Seat Sofa, Germany 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Bauhaus Style Design Tubular Steel & Leather 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Germany, early 1950's period. Tubular chrome steel frame with black leather cushions. This is all original a...
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1950s German Bauhaus Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Sofa "D70", Design by Osvaldo Borsani, Manufactured by Tecno, Italy, 1955
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian "D70" sofa was made by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in the 1950s. The sofa has adjustable cushions and can be set as a bed for two people. Approximately 20 different uphols...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Werner Max Moser Sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare Architect Werner Max Moser sofa for Wohnbedarf, Switzerland, 1930s.
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1930s Swiss Bauhaus Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Early Four Seater Sofa Designed by Milo Baughman for James, Inc. Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Early labelled Milo Bauhgman for James Inc. 4 seater sofa. This sofa is a super early sofa designed by Mr Baughman and does need to be reupholstered. We love the classic sleek line...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 2 Armchairs and 1 Sofa from "806" Series, by Carlo de Carli, Cassina
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of armchairs and a sofa from the "806" series was designed by Carlo de Carli in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The set consists of a total of two...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s. Seat height 15”.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Solid Oak Sofa by Slagelse Møbelvaaek Denmark 1930s / Rare Offered
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rarely offered Slagelse Møbelværk sofa in sold oak and brown wool fabric. Produced in 1930s. In good vintage condition, with nice old patinate...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Corner Sofa Blond Wood and Fabric, Italy, 1950's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Corner sofa in blond wood and fabric,, Italy, 1950's What stands out most in this low corner bench are the recesses in the framework and the 9 straight, tapered, squared stiletto legs that are so typical for that period in Italy. As you can see the backrest is optional and was probably designed later to give it some extra comfort. Back in the days these sofas were mostly used for very practical purposes like a quick coffee or pasta. This sofa would work very well in a corner of course but strangely enough this rectangular sofa also works very well in the middle of a room for example with a round table and two chairs...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Sofa in Original Black Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seater sofa, leather, brass, oak, Denmark 1950s. Elegant three-seat sofa in original leather and decorated with brass nails. This sofa is designed in the style of Frits Henni...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Finn Juhl Two-Seat Sofa NV53
Located in London, GB
NV53 two-seat sofa designed by Finn Juhland made by master cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1950s. The frame is carved out of teak and covered in a creamy white cotton upholstery....
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina' and it was produced by Westbergs Möbler AB in Tranås, Swe...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Dick Cordemeijer Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer manufactured in Netherlands, circa 1950. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

American Designer, Sofa, Iron, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, rattan and beige fabric sofa or bench, designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Seat height 18”
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Matching Pair of Mid Century Danish Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Great clean lines and the perfect size for the hard to fit room. Very deep and very comfortable should one choose to take a nap. These are very structurally sound but they need to be...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired pair of child-size six-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chairs, each featuring reversed square pretzel arms and an over-stacked heig...
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1930s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
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.
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Paul Láslzó Bench in Mahogany and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul László for Glenn of California, bench or sofa, mahogany, cane, United States, 1950 This sofa or bench, a creation of Paul László, contains a well-preserved caned back and seat....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

French Sofa after Jean Prouve, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa by unknown manufacturer in France, circa 1950, designed in the manner of Jean Prouve. Lacquered metal base and wood. The cushion are original. In good original condit...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and red fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 33.5” H x 73” W x 43” D All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Mid-Century Modern daybed, sofa - model GE- 258 designed by Hans Wegner for Getma. This example is in very good, estate condition, specifically the fabric shows wear, s...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Italian Designer, Settee, Shearling, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A shearling and brass settee designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare, Iconic "Oasis Sofa" designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. Super stylish curved design that's both functional and comfortable. This ultra rare example ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, this piece captures the soft elegance and sculptural charm of Italian mid-ce...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Cognac PK 31 /2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
PK 31 /2 sofa settee by Poul Kjærholm, manufactured by first manufacturer Ejvindt Kold Christensen Denmark (marking on last photo). Sofa comes with original upholstered frame panels...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Modular Sofa With End Table Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A tasteful fusion of modern, Eastern and boho-chic style. Luxurious bamboo seating group by John B. Wisner for Ficks Reed. Wisner’s “Far Horizons” collection was first introduced i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

20th Century, Gio Ponti Sofa 'Attributed' in Wood and Upholstery in Fabric, '50s
Located in Turin, Turin
Very beautiful Sofa attributed to Gio Ponti designed in '50s in Italy. The sofa has a wooden structure and the upholstery in two colors fabric (white and green). The sofa seems to be...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley 1950s Mid-Century Designed Dunbar for Modern 3 Seat Sofa
Located in St. Louis, MO
Edward Wormley three seat on tapered walnut legs is from his Dunbar for Modern collection, one of his early fully modern furniture collections. This sofa, was reupholstered by the original owners, in the late 90s to fit their new southwest decor...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Sofa in the Manner of Adrian Pearsall, Circa 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern sofa in the manner of Adrian Pearsall. Walnut with slate inlay end tables, Circa 1950s.   
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1950s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Elm, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A small two-seat elm and beige brown velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Seat height 17”
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Elm

Danish Four Seat Sofa in Teak and Olive Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Four seat sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s Typical Scandinavian Modern sofa with modest yet striking lines. The way the armrests bent outwards remind of the designed by Folke Ohls...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful 2 piece signed Harvey Probber sectional sofa. This piece is in vintage condition with it's original floral tapesty fabric which does show wear. This sofa will definitely n...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Brazilian Modern Sofa by Sergio Rodriguesin New Leather
Located in San Diego, CA
This incredibly comfortable and lovely sofa designed by Sergio Rodrigues has been restored with careful historical accuracy. We have restored the wood frame and made new leather cush...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Isa Bergamo, 50s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa Collection designed in the style of Gio Ponti for the manufacturing company Isa Bergamo in the late 1950s. The armchairs have been restored and the upholstery has been redone in...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow beige bouclé fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Seat height 16.5”.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa by unknown designer. Produced in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Danish Vintage Teak Sofa Bed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in London, GB
A stunning, rare and very early Danish vintage teak sofa bed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. This was made in Denmark by France and Daverkosen,...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Green velvet Wilhelm Knoll 50's 'banana' sofa
Located in TILBURG, NL
'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and seating have new foam. As a square the couch is measured W230xD116xH76cm. As the shape i...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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

Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet upholstery and black lacquered metal legs. The upholstery has been redone.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, sofa, model 5150, fabric, metal, United States, 1950s.  The sofa exudes a simple and elegant style, reminiscent of the classic design elements typically a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Luxurious, voluminous sofa in an inviting, curved shape with mustard yellow upholstery. In the style of Otto Schulz. Seat height 43 cm.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa in Taupe Faux Shearling, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-Century Modern style celebrated functionality, and this is still a key tenant when decorating homes of the 21st century. And it is no surprise, because the furniture from this pe...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Faux Fur

Two-Tone AP33 Sofa by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Dorchester, MA
The strong, clean lines of the AP33 sofa, designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen in the mid-1950s, make it a perfect fit for a contemporary environment. Set on ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Oak, Upholstery

Sofa Model 'Trienna' by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Walnut and black leather. Good vintage condition with signs of usage and patina.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa or daybed, model D70, steel, brass, fabric, Italy, 1954. Osvaldo Borsanis sofa 'D70' was presented at the Triennale of Milan in 1954 where it won the Gold Medal for design. Not only the design is extraordinary, because so is the technology. With a single twist the back and seating are positioned upwards or down, all to create the highest comfort for the sofa or daybed. This eccentric sofa...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Curved sofa, upholstery, Italy, 1960s This sofa bears multiple dynamic features. The shape of the sofa is slightly curved. Four loose seat cushions structure the sofa. Elegant legs ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Poul Volther Sofa / Daybed in Oak and Pierre Frey Fabric, Gemla, Sweden, 1955
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare daybed / sofa was designed by Poul Volther and produced by Gemla Fabrikers AB in Sweden, 1955. This particular model was named Diva and numbered 981. The base is in solid oak wood and can be folded down to create a (day)bed. The cushions have been completely renewed and are upholstered in a striking pink and white jacquard fabric...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Jacquard, Wood, Oak

Corner sofa, Italy, circa 1950s.
Located in Palermo, PA
Fascinating corner sofa of Italian design, production circa 1950s. Very special piece, not very common. It comes with fabric in very good condition, very stable structure, wooden fee...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

American Designer, Sofa, Rattan, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, rattan and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950.  16.5” seat height
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

1930s Art Deco Neoclassical Arch Curved Vibrant Textile Chinoiserie Floral Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most desirable, customized upholstery, chinoiserie colorful floral, sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is the most spectacular and beautifully presented sofa. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful, bright and vibrant sofa...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Wood

Hans J. Wegner 1950s Danish Modern Daybed in Oak and Rattan "GE7" Made at GETAMA
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cane, Rattan, Oak

Swedish Mid Century Modern Curved Sofa in Dark Green Velvet Upholstery, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare two seater Swedish mid century modern curved sofa in style of Otto Schultz. The dark green velvet upholstery appear to be original ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Sofa Model Trienna Produced in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model Trienna designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs. Produced in Finland.
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, Manta model, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian sofa from the 50s. We do not know who produced it but it is of great design and very rare. The structure is in excellent condition, only the fabric should be replaced. The sh...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Sofa Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn in 1930 Lotus Print
Located in Basildon, London
Sofa Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn Reupholstered in Lotus Print Josef Frank’s iconic designs are synonymous with colour, pattern, and a sense of joyful modernity. This vi...
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1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kofod Larsen Three Seat Danish Sofa
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic three seat sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen, manufactured in Denmark and distributed through Selig. Frames restored, new straps, re...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Ash

Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse Møbelværk around late 1950's5800. Solid and sturdy but needs to get reupholstered. Remova...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Mid-Century Red Curved Sofa 1950s Italian Design Wood Feet
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century red curved sofa 1950s Italian design wood feet, restored.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

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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