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Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue velvet, fabric string and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Tassels moderately distressed. Light staining on fabric. Paint splatters on back panel. Wear co...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa
Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa

Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace the serene charm of the seaside with this captivating vintage three-seat sofa, featuring a whimsical undersea motif. The upholstery showcases a balanced composition of vibran...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture
Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture

Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture

By Preview

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural base with floating front sofa made by Preview circa 1992. It features the original tweed fabric in good condition. Could use cleaning before use.

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1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa, Rattan & Stainless Steel, Italy

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast. The exoskeleton of the base supports a...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s
Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s

Mid-Century Sofa with Sheepskin Upholstery, Denmark 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

As new materials like plastic, foam, and fibreglass revolutionised the production process in the postwar period, Scandinavian designers still valued craft over industrialisation. Thi...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina
3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

3 seater 'Maralunga' Sofa by Vico magistrate for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Brussels, BE

An iconic design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, this 1970s Maralunga sofa is upholstered in rich navy leather and features the model’s celebrated adjustable headrests, seamlessly s...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Le Bambole 3-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
Le Bambole 3-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

Le Bambole 3-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in amstelveen, NL

An exceptional and highly collectible “Le Bambole” sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, one of the most celebrated icons of 20th-century Italian design. This authentic vint...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton

Reign Curved Linen Sofa with Pleated Skirt by Frances Jean
Reign Curved Linen Sofa with Pleated Skirt by Frances Jean

Reign Curved Linen Sofa with Pleated Skirt by Frances Jean

Located in London, GB

The Reign Sofa is defined by a soft curved silhouette and a neatly tailored skirt, creating a composed and timeless profile suited to both relaxed and refined interiors. Upholstered ...

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2010s British Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Foam, Feathers

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Sofa, C. 1960s
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Sofa, C. 1960s

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Angle Sofa, C. 1960s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Featuring a camel-colored upholstered frame with a tufted seat, four matching loose back pillows, and short square legs. A refined example of Wormley’s sophisticated modernist aesthe...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair

Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair

By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lucija, SI

A pair of 'Amanta' leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and in great demand, w...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass, Foam

1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa
1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa

1980s Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa

By Chateau d'Ax

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Lovely Italian Post Modern Leather sofa. Literally looks like it was never sat on. Off white color. Perfect condition.

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s, Danish "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour, ash wood legs.
1970s, Danish "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour, ash wood legs.

1970s, Danish "Spanish" sofa, furniture velour, ash wood legs.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater drop arm "Spanish" sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Original cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, spri...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s
Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s

By Augusto Romano, Studio BBPR

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s. Requires reupholstery. We can upholster in COM - please enquire. Fast shipping worldwide.   

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1970s Danish 3-Seater Brown Leather Sofa with Beech Frame
1970s Danish 3-Seater Brown Leather Sofa with Beech Frame

1970s Danish 3-Seater Brown Leather Sofa with Beech Frame

Located in Praha, CZ

Classic 1970s Danish 3-seater sofa upholstered in supple brown leather, supported by a sturdy beech frame and legs. This inviting vintage piece features plush cushioning and a timele...

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1970s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Contemporary French Style Sofa, Dedar Ivory Bouclé Fabric
Contemporary French Style Sofa, Dedar Ivory Bouclé Fabric

Contemporary French Style Sofa, Dedar Ivory Bouclé Fabric

By Jean-Michel Frank, Lusitanus Home, Dedar

Located in Lisboa, PT

Contemporary French Style Sofa, handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. With an elegant design inspired by the style of the great mid-century French designers this sofa exudes ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak,...

Isa Bergamo large Art Deco walnut mohair velvet sofa 1940s
Isa Bergamo large Art Deco walnut mohair velvet sofa 1940s

Isa Bergamo large Art Deco walnut mohair velvet sofa 1940s

By ISA Bergamo

Located in Paris, IDF

This exceptional sofa, attributed to Isa Bergamo, and dating from the 1940s, is an outstanding example of post-war Art Deco Italian design. Its crescent-shaped seat rests on a low wo...

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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Sofa Bed
Mid-Century Sofa Bed

Mid-Century Sofa Bed

Located in London, England

Mid-Century sofa bed with solid teak frame newly polished and re-covered in cream boucle fabric. U.K circa 1960.

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Emerald Green Leather Double-Sided Chesterfield Sofa
Emerald Green Leather Double-Sided Chesterfield Sofa

Emerald Green Leather Double-Sided Chesterfield Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

The sofa embodies the enduring sophistication of classic British design with a bold, architectural presence. Upholstered on all sides in richly toned emerald green leather, this piec...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Georgian Style Double Conversation Settee in High-Gloss Red Lacquer
Georgian Style Double Conversation Settee in High-Gloss Red Lacquer

Georgian Style Double Conversation Settee in High-Gloss Red Lacquer

By Munna Design Studio

Located in New York, NY

This distinctive double conversation settee features a sculptural silhouette inspired by classic Georgian forms. The piece is designed with two opposing rounded backrests connected b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Upholstery, Lacquer

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26
Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Berlin, BE

Authentic mid-century collectible with documented provenance: This spacious Florence Knoll Model 26-3KC sofa was produced in the 1960s and upholstered in an exceptionally high-qualit...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma
Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma

Danish Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getma

By Hans J. Wegner

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

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and floral printed beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. Lower left side post, right center post, and right corner arm rest wicker fraying. ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa
Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa

Mid Century Danish Brown Leather & Rosewood Sofa

By Galvano

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Simple Mid Century Danish Sofa with an executive sort of feel. Manufactured by Soda Gavano Sofa is dark chocolate leather with a rosewood base. Sofa is well loved. Leather shows ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa V1
Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa V1

Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Sofa V1

By Stephen Kenn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Conceived in 2011, this sofa design was the first piece in The Inheritance Collection by Stephen Kenn. Beginning from a place of curiosity about how furniture was constructed, the co...

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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Rare Paul Evans Biscuit Tufted Cityscape Sofas, Signed
Rare Paul Evans Biscuit Tufted Cityscape Sofas, Signed

Rare Paul Evans Biscuit Tufted Cityscape Sofas, Signed

By Paul Evans

Located in Dallas, TX

An exceptional pair of Paul Evans biscuit tufted Cityscape sofas, signed and in near mint condition. Finding one is hard, but a pair in this pristine state is near impossible. These ...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Moroso Gogan Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Moroso Gogan Sofa by Patricia Urquiola

Moroso Gogan Sofa by Patricia Urquiola

By Moroso, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Gogan collection takes its name from nature and in particular from Japanese stones rendered smooth by time and water, which provided the inspiration for this project. This is the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Karl Wittmann Sofa in Patinated Grey Neck Leather 1980s
Karl Wittmann Sofa in Patinated Grey Neck Leather 1980s

Karl Wittmann Sofa in Patinated Grey Neck Leather 1980s

By Karl Wittmann, Wittmann

Located in Meer, VAN

Karl Wittmann Sofa in Patinated Grey Leather, Austria, 1980s. This modernistic sofa was designed early 1980s, by Karl Wittmann, for Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten. This Austrian furnitur...

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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Svante Skogh

Located in High Point, NC

A green floral-printed fabric and wood sofa, model "Chile" designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Klings, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Minor scuffing on fe...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn, Teak and Cane, 1950s
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn, Teak and Cane, 1950s

Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn, Teak and Cane, 1950s

By Hartmut Lohmeyer, Wilkhahn

Located in Rosendahl, DE

1950s sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn. Filigree teak frame with a bast backrest. New upholstery with a coarse weave high quality fabric. Excellent condition with signs of age.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Rattan, Teak

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli
Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

Post modern beautiful beige leather 3 seat sofa by Busnelli

By Busnelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful soft Beige Leather 3 seat Sofa by Busnelli. Rare time capsule sofa in amazing condition. Great post modern design. circa 1980. Made in Italy. Located in Brooklyn NYC 28” H...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Swedish Otto Schultz Art Deco Curved Channel Back Sofa
Vintage Swedish Otto Schultz Art Deco Curved Channel Back Sofa

Vintage Swedish Otto Schultz Art Deco Curved Channel Back Sofa

Located in Pasadena, TX

This sofa was designed by Otto Schultz. It was made in Sweden during the Art Deco period (1920-40). It has a curved back and is upholstered in a corduroy fabric. The back is upholste...

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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Vintage English Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Vintage English Leather Chesterfield Sofa

Vintage English Leather Chesterfield Sofa

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Envision transforming your living space with this remarkable vintage leather Chesterfield sofa, a true masterpiece of mid-20th century British craftsmanship. This sofa is more than j...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s
Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s

Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s

By Tobia Scarpa, Knoll

Located in Basel, BS

Attributed to Knoll by Tobia Scarpa, no label is present. Incredibly beautiful design, and original designer upholstery make this stunning piece shine in any space. Original fabric i...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Three-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Three-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Three-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Foam

1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional
1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional

1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning near mint condition 1980's Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa by Directional. Comes in it's original upholstery, purchased from the original owner ...

Category

1980s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood

Ripple Sofa – Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base
Ripple Sofa – Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base

Ripple Sofa – Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base

Located in New York, NY

The Ripple sofa draws from the soft rhythm of water and air, vertical lines echoing ripples, pillars and sculpted silence. Its base anchors the form, while the upholstered seat float...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Hepplewhite Velvet Sofa, Brass Casters, Early 20th Century, USA
Hepplewhite Velvet Sofa, Brass Casters, Early 20th Century, USA

Hepplewhite Velvet Sofa, Brass Casters, Early 20th Century, USA

Located in Southampton, NJ

An early 20th Century Hepplewhite sofa upholstered in deep Flamingo pink velvet with loose tufted, down filled cushion raised on tapering legs with brass casters. From an estate in P...

Category

1940s American Hepplewhite Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Foremarke Hall Sofa
Foremarke Hall Sofa

Foremarke Hall Sofa

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A sofa after a drawing by Thomas Chippendale for the drawing room at Foremarke Hall in Derbyshire. Hand carved and water gilded the boldly shaped serpentine back, carved with a centr...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Giltwood

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric
Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions In stock ready for immediate shipping showroom samples, reflects discounted price, we offer custom in any...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, carved oak wood.
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, carved oak wood.

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture velour, carved oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Furniture velour, carved oak wood, brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

The 'Verneuil' Mohair Sofa by Design Frères
The 'Verneuil' Mohair Sofa by Design Frères

The 'Verneuil' Mohair Sofa by Design Frères

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The 'Verneuil' sofa is the latest addition to our exclusive Design Frères line. inspired by Jean-Michel Frank's timeless Art Deco aesthetic, it is built to the highest standards of c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Steel

2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia
2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia

2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia

By Saba Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

2 piece sectional sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by Saba Italia. The sofa has a chrome base with removable cushions and it comes with 2 pillows, ...

Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Sofa by Henredon w/Chinese Red Floral Brocade
Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Sofa by Henredon w/Chinese Red Floral Brocade

Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Sofa by Henredon w/Chinese Red Floral Brocade

By Henredon

Located in Topeka, KS

Stunning vintage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sofa by Henredon with Chinese red floral Brocade fabric & button tufted detail, single loose poly wrapped foam seat cushion, rolled arms, pleated skirt, and straight square slightly tapered wood legs. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, No outstanding flaws noticed. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Is there anything quite as MAGNIFICENT as a Henredon piece? We think NOT! Especially when it’s a piece as incredible as this vintage Henredon red floral sofa...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Polyester, Wood

Scandinavian Sofa with Upholstered Dark Umber Mahogany Frame, circa 1915
Scandinavian Sofa with Upholstered Dark Umber Mahogany Frame, circa 1915

Scandinavian Sofa with Upholstered Dark Umber Mahogany Frame, circa 1915

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A handsome and comfortable early 20th century salon sofa with West Indies (Cuban) mahogany frame and upholstery. Frame is fabricated in a dense mahogany with a dark-umber, French pol...

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Early 20th Century Baltic Belle Époque Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi
Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi

Italian Modern Sofa of Chrome and Black Leather by Paolo Lomazzi

By Paolo Lomazzi

Located in Austin, TX

A fine, comfortable Italian sofa in the Modern style, featuring a stylish, bowed tubular chrome body with upholstered cushion back and sides of black leather, two fitted seat cushion...

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1930's Frits Henningsen Sofa with Dramatic Flared Arms of Mahogany.
1930's Frits Henningsen Sofa with Dramatic Flared Arms of Mahogany.

1930's Frits Henningsen Sofa with Dramatic Flared Arms of Mahogany.

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Oakland, CA

Sofa by master cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1938. The design features dramatic flared arms crafted from Cuban mahogany and a traditionally constructed seat with eight-way ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

Located in Vienna, AT

Hello, This fine and elegant Viennese Biedermeier walnut sofa was made circa 1825-30. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined desi...

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa
R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa

R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa

By R. Huber & Co.

Located in Franklin Park, IL

R Huber Mid Century Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 79 wide x 36 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 24 inches Fair Vintage Condi...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, 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.