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Sofas For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1830s
Thayer Coggin Midcentury Sectional Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Thayer Coggin midcentury sectional sofa This sofa measures: 145 wide x 86 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height ...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, Sectional sofa model ‘Snake’ DS-600, leather, Switzerland, 1972. An amazing design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerla...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 4
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue petrol velvet, Italy, 1970, set of four. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Lunar Sofa by J. Irvine for B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
In the world of vintage collecting, James Irvine's Lunar sofa for B&B Italia is a work of art that embodies the exceptional design of the 1990s. Crafted wi...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Scandinavian modern oak 3 seat black leather sofa made in Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian modern oak 3 seat sofa made in Sweden. Has 3 black seat cushions. Upholstery is black leather foam is high quality and in great condition. The frame is very sturdy and m...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Oak

1970s Fred Lowen for Tessa Black Leather & Teak T4 Sofa
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Low profile meets high comfort without compromise with this T4 Sofa. This particular piece is an early 70s release, and is designed by Fred Lowen for Tessa Fu...
Category

1970s Australian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

1970s 2-Seater Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofa / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This sofa features the original knitted wool upholstery in ivory. Head /...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool

De Sede 'Pagoda' DS-19 Sofas in Dark Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sofas, model 'Pagoda' DS-19, leather, Switzerland, 1973-1979 This high-quality modular sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains two regular element and four corner el...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Late 20th-C. French Louis XVI Style Sofa By EJ Victor In Stripe Damask
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century French Louis XVI style sofa by E.J. Victor. The piece is done in a stripe damask. It is shown with and without the loose cushions. It is marked. The carve...
Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Guillerme et Chambron "José" Sofa for Votre Maison, France 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The company Votre Maison is one that has left an indelible mark on the history of French design. The 'José' model sofa, designed by Robert Guillerme along with his sales partner Jacq...
Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Coastal Style / Bohemian Woven Wicker Three Seat Sofa. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style / Bohemian Woven Wicker Three Seat Sofa. Circa 1980s Features a gorgeous sculpted wicker body throughout the entire sofa, with removable cushions with the orig...
Category

1980s Thai Bohemian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Vico Magistretti, sofa mod. Sinbad for Cassina, 1980
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The sofa mod. Sinbad by Vico Magistretti has a throw blanket in leather that extends far over the backrest . Base in black lacquered wood. In all the sofa is in excellent condition. This was one of the sofas that Vico Magistretti appreciated the most and that he also had privately in his Milan apartment. His idea was to design a piece of seating furniture in which the fabric did not conform to the given shape. When he designed it, he was thinking more of an English horse blanket that you throw over...
Category

1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Arne Norell Ilona sofa from the 1970´s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ilona Two-Seat Sofa – a timeless blend of elegance and comfort. Designed by renowned Swedish architect Arne Norell in the 1960s for Norell Möbel AB
Category

1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Red Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa, leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofa in red brown leather by the Swiss manufacturer De Sede. The design for...
Category

1970s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Original Leather De Sede Terrazza Sofas by Ubald Klug, 1970s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of original leather Terrazza sofas by Ubald Klug for De Sede, 1970s Switzerland. Perhaps the single most coveted sofa on the planet. Rich color to leather with exceptional patin...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage White Leather Sofa Set Italian Production 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa Set in white leather and tubular steel. Original upholstery in very good condition. With just some tears in the inner linings. Sofa 1 H64x135x211 cm. Sofa 2 H80x190x9...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Regency Sofa After Barbara Berry for Baker
Located in west palm beach, FL
This exquisite sofa blends timeless Regency elegance with tailored modern lines. Done in the manner of Barbara Barry for Baker. Upholstered in a warm Holly Hunt textured taupe fabric...
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Togo Two-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973
Located in Budapest, HU
The Togo Two-Seater Sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, is an iconic piece of furniture that represents the innovative design trends of the late 20th century. I...
Category

1970s French Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Foam

Mid-Century Modern Sofa "Cado" by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa "Cado" by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Premium Poltrona Frau Petronio Down Filled Royal 2-Seater Sofa Chestnut Leather
Located in Dronten, NL
Distinctive Poltrona Frau Petronio sofa from the premium collection in the late 1970s. This extremely comfortable down-filled 2-seater is upholstered in premium quality chestnut lea...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Modular Sofa in Vintage Leather, 1979s
Located in Hilversum, NL
This modular sofa, composed of three separate elements, is a stylish revival of 1970s design. Offering exceptional comfort, this sofa exemplifies what true seating comfort should fee...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa design Italy 70s brown leather Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
Located in Milano, MI
iconic sofa designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in the late 1960s. this version dates back to the 1970s. we carried out a complete restoration entrusted to craftsmen specia...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscape in Dark Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa element, leather, Switzerland, 1970s Waterfall shaped sofa in a dark brown leather by the Swiss manufacturer De Sede. The d...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric. This sofa d...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Biedermeier Sofa, Prob. Vienna, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Very beautiful Biedermeier sofa on carved feet in the shape of fluted scroll ornaments. The s-shaped armrests are decorated with beautiful stylized fern ornaments. The backrest is st...
Category

1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1970s De Sede DS 169 Leather Sleeper Sofa by Ernst Ambühler
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The iconic DS 169 Sofa for De Sede circa 1970’s Switzerland. Designed by Ernst Ambühler, this sofa quickly folds back and converts in to a double bed. An extrem...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Midcentury Italian Postmodern Sculptural Asymmetrical Sofa in Black Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A chic asymmetrical sofa design made in Italy in the 1980s. This high quality made piece was just recovered in new jet black upholstery.
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova Saratoga Mid Century Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova Saratoga Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 83 wide x 37 deep x 26 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 and a...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Postmodern Clou sofa by Cor, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Striking postmodern design sofa model 'Clou' by Cor and designed by Wulf Schneider. Well designed and upholstered with high quality blue leather on chrome bases. The three seater ...
Category

1990s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Harvey Probber Midcentury Sectional Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber midcentury sectional sofa This sofa measures: 133 wide x 100 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 1...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
You won't find a nicer original version of this Adrian Pearsall Brutalist loveseat sofa anywhere. That's right, this magnificent pink wool fabric was hand picked by the original own...
Category

1970s American Brutalist Vintage Sofas

Materials

Resin, Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

Round Brazilian Sofa in Red Upholstery and Black Wooden Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, lacquered wood, fabric, Brazil, 1970s This bulky Brazilian sofa consist of a round shell that forms an oval ring around the seat. The red fabric is tufted around the shell in...
Category

1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711
Located in Milano, IT
At the height of the Seventies, in an era of innovation and avant-garde design, a sofa was born that remains a testimony to the genius of Tito Agnoli and the craftsmanship of the Cin...
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Selig Lucite Sofa, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Lucite sofa by Selig with black leather straps. There are three long nickel bars running through the length of the sofa holding the black leathe...
Category

1970s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Lucite

Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Ash and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, stained ash, leather, Italy, 1970s This large streamlined sofa truly intensifies the experience of sitting itself and is a standout in any modern room. The framework is well-d...
Category

1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Ash

Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Togo Brown Leather Modular Sofa, Set of Five
Located in Basildon, London
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.

This five-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be confi...
Category

1980s French Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Brutalist Brown Leather Patchwork Sofa with Western Style Wood Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Brutalist leather patchwork sofa with western style carved oak frame inspired by the wagon wheel. Lightly refinished frame, in other...
Category

1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Convertible Postmodern Design Sofa by Bonaldo, Red Fabric, Italy circa 1980
Located in Regensburg, DE
Extraordinary Postmodern two-seater design sofa "Arnold" by Bonaldo in red fabric. Large curved back cushion and 2 seat cushions on a stainless steel frame with wooden feet. The ori...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

1980 Three-Seater Leather Sofa, Ton Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Produced by Ton, Czechoslovakia in late 1980s. The frame is made from beech bentwood. Leather, with signs of use
Category

1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Charles Pfister Petite Sofa by Knoll
Located in Highland, IN
Pfister's clean-lined design is a subtle, understated design that works beautifully in almost any interior. We particularly love how the small, inset legs give the sofa a floating qu...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features seven modules with backrest (four big modules and three small ones) and one armres...
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Foam

1970s Three Seater leather Sofa , Brazil
Located in Praha, CZ
Seat Height 41cm good condition wood polished Three seats sofa in leather in the taste of Percival Lafer 1970,Brazil.
Category

1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio Line 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s This exuberant buildable sofa is designed by Burkhard Vogtherr. A very ...
Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

English Knole Sofa with Custom Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
English Knole sofa with custom upholstery. The sofa has rope and tassels wrapped around decorative walnut finials with hinged sides.
Category

1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Andre Arbus Style Robert Couturier Peach Velvet Post Modern Sofa
Located in Sharon, CT
Custom made by Robert Couturier, peach velvet with classic ionic volute referenced arm treatments. Incredibly comfortable down pillow seat. White painted Louis XVI inspired structur...
Category

1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather by the Swiss ...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Modular "Camaleonda" Sofa in Four Segments for B&B, Italy 1971
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words for ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through five decades of design history as a true icon. The elements that made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks, and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is specifically this unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.” The modules of this sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. Considering the inherently modern and innovative design, this shall comes as no surprise. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules are upholstered in a brown velour fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: Large segments: 147.63 in W x 37.79 in D x 26.37 in H; Seat height 15.35 in; Arm height 19.68 in 375 cm W x 96 cm D x 67 cm H; Seat height 39 cm; Arm height 50 cm Literature: Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341. About the designer: Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina. He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design. His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 5
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1970, five elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, ...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Fabulous Steelcase Fiberglass Leather Space Age Modern Sofa William Andrus
Located in Pemberton, NJ
One of the iconic designs of the Space Age modern movement is this awesome and uber rare Steelcase fiberglass, leather and Lucite sofa. Previously...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite

Roche Bobois Three Seater Vintage Sofa in Light Brown Leather 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Roche Bobois three-seater sofa upholstered in rich brown leather, exuding a vintage charm with a touch of modern elegance. The sofa features generously sized, plush seat cu...
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

“Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 3 Segments by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1971
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, thanks to its great success both in terms of the public and critics. It is constantly featured in most international design museums and in the film sets that have defined the collective imagination. The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The seven generous segments of the “Camaleonda” was manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The seven modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.” Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The three pieces have all been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 98.42 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H; Seat height 13.77 in 250 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H; Seat height 35 cm Literature: Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341. About the designer: Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina. He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design. His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Magnificent Erwin Lambeth Velvet Tiger Sectional Sofa Sectional Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Erwin Lambeth 2-piece sectional sofa with tiger cut velvet upholstery. This is one of those pieces you just say, Ohhhhh my Lord this is fabulous! The original tiger print...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Gianfranco Frattini Brown Velvet Sesann Three-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina. It features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular ca...
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Italian Modern Kidney Shape Curved Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern design sofa from Italy circa 1980's. It features a one piece kidney design with the original fabric. Sofa is clean and ready to use.
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Environ Zero sofa by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, Italy, 1970's
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Environ Zero sofa by Ennio Chiggio for Nikol International, Italy, 1970's. Newly Restored and upholstered in Italy.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

De Sede DS-19 model 'Pagoda' modular Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Amsterdam, NL
High-quality modular Sofa DS-19, model 'Pagoda', designed by De Sede in the 1970s, Switzerland. Two corner elements that can be set up as a two-seater or as separate seating elements...
Category

1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Vintage MCM Sofa Tuxedo Style
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a vintage mcm sofa...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 98 wide x 30 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 21 inches All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, 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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