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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1980s
Vintage Channel Tufted Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W70 D34.25 H29 SW46 SD25 SH20 AH28.5 Fully restored vintage channel tufted sofa in muted green. Item has fresh foam and smooth chenille fabric. Item sits on casters for easy place a...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

White upholstered Italian three leg sofa circa 1950, having new fabric.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
White upholstered Italian three leg sofa circa 1950, having new fabric.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

cognac leather sofa, handmade by Eileen Gray, 1980/1990
Located in Manzano, IT
Cognac leather daybed sofa, handmade by Eileen Gray, 1980/1990 Chrome-plated tubular steel frame, polyurethane rubber and dacrom cushions, covered in cognac-colored leather ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

RATAPLAN SOFA - DAYBED BY ROBERTO TAPINASSI FOR DEMA, ITALY 80s
By Dema
Located in Halle, DE
Rataplan Sofa / Daybed in grey-black striped fabrics, designed by Roberto Tapinassi for Dema, Italy in the 1980s. Both armrests can be lowered to make a horizontal reclinig surface. ...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Curved sofa "Max" by Antonio Citterio, Flexform, Italy, 1983 (Customizable)
Located in Argelato, BO
ANTONIO CITTERIO, "Max" sofa for FLEXFORM, 1983. Chromed steel tube, fabric covered padding. Height 70 cm, width 210, depth 75. The sofa is presented in its original fabric (to be...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Cowhide Sofa, 1980s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible 2 seat cowhide sofa in black and white. Great coloring and contrast within the sofa as well as fluctuations in the nap and length of the hair with some sections being more...
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1980s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Japanese rope bamboo sofa with beautiful back, 1980s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful unique low Japanese rope and bamboo sofa, sold at Conran shop in the 1980s. Conran is a high end shop. About themselves they write: "A name now synonymous with good design,...
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1980s Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Finn Juhl Danish Modern Upholstered Sculpted Teak Sofa, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Danish Modern sofa Attributed to Finn Juhl Denmark, 1950s Sculpted teak frame and brass accents, with green upholstered seat and tufted back. Measures: 64"...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Gray Suede Leather
Located in East Hampton, NY
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Sofa, Model 'D70' in gray suede leather, Italy, 1954. A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954. Extraordinary elegance in...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Scandinavian Modern Sofa Bed, Finland, 1940/1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Reclining sofa, manufactured in Finland, 1940/1950s. Stained birch frame, reupholstered with quality Lauritzon's Baby Velour 14 -fabric. Good vintage condition, minor patina consiste...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Expertly Restored - Illum Wikkelsø "Capella" Teak Sofa for N. Eilersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Teak

Bright Yellow Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather 3 seat Low Sofa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Bright Yellow Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian 3 seat Leather Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art bright yellow long leather sofa. Very good vintage condition will transform any sp...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian modern Tramonto a New York modular sofa, Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, 1984
Located in MIlano, IT
Modular sofa model Tramonto a New York, made up of eight pieces between skyscrapers and sun. The padded skyscrapers act as seats and armrests and backrests and are covered in a fabri...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco era five-strand square pretzel style, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous five strand square pretzel side arms and stacked rattan base. Measures: Sofa:...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Schuitema Art Deco design 2.5-seater sofa with anthracite fabric upholstery
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered this schuitema artdeco design 2.5-seater sofa with anthracite fabric upholstery. We are big fans of all Schuitema items. This is because the furniture has fantastic quality...
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1980s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bart van Bekhoven sheepleather 2-seater design sofa, beautiful light honey color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered by ByThijs, this fantastic Bart van Bekhoven sheep leather 2-seater design sofa in a beautiful light honey color speaks for itself. There isn't much we need to say about th...
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1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 'Bull' Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 'Bull' lounge chair, Italy, 1980s A monumental design by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. This piece was designed in 1987 and it shows typical trait...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sectional Sofa, 1980s
Located in Raleigh, NC
An incredible vintage sofa, newly upholstered in a plush fabric. Unique thick piping and deep comfortable seats to this stunning sofa. This sectional is four pieces. The smallest piece is 30" wide and can be moved in order to make either side of the sofa longer...
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1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Two-seater leatherette and gray velvet sofa 1980s
Located in Milano, IT
2-seater sofa, frame upholstered in leatherette, foam cushions with velvet upholstery. Restaurato.
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Geometric Sofa with Grid Framework in Black Lacquered Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, lacquered ash, velvet, Europe, 1980s A visually striking sofa executed in black lacquered ash, its clear geometric structure commands attention, defined by a meticulously arra...
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1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Marco Zanusso Italian Green Sofa for two
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing and beautiful Sofa Lady by Marco Zanuso for Arflex Designed in 1951 by the Italian architect and furniture manufacturer Marco Zanuso, this iconic sofa is a symbol of style, m...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

1950s Sofa, Knoll Antimott
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s. Solid cherry frame with extandable head rest and adjustable back rest. The sofa has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality fabric in beige....
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1950s German Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cherry

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

Early Mid-Century Florence Knoll Sofa with Magazine Holder
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates sofa with built in magazine holder, circa early 1950s. This example is upholstered in a pumpernickel Knoll boucle which pops beautifully next to t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut

1980s Glamours Curved Sofa - Chaise by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman in White Bouclé
Located in St. Louis, MO
Two 1980s petite sofas or chaise lounge, both right and left arm versions by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman/Preview. Classic Kagan comma or nautlius form, in th...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam

Postmodern Sharkskin Blue Leather Sofa by Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Asheville, NC
Introducing the chic Postmodern sharkskin blue leather sofa crafted by Nicoletti Salotti. Experience unparalleled comfort on this stylish piece, boasting impeccable leather in pristi...
Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Komfort Sculptural Teak Sofa
Located in Springfield, OR
A finely restored sculptural teak sofa by designer Arne Hovmand Olsen for Komfort. Made in Denmark in the late 50s or early 60s. It has been fully cleaned, oiled and new cushions mad...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Curved Serpentine L Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern curved sectional circa 1980's. This sofa is top notch, and would look great with a brass plinth base instead of fabric wrapped. The fabric has some soiling, so recover...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large modular velvet sofa with wooden feet, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Large modular velvet sofa with wooden feet, Italy 1980. Product details Dimensions: 350 W x 80 H x 350 D cm
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1980s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

5 Piece Sofa Set for Reupholstering, Manufactured by Isa Bergamo in the 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The sofa set was designed and manufactured by ISA Bergamo in the 1950s. The set with gold lacquered cast aluminum legs consists of a curved sofa, two armchairs, and two smaller side chairs...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

80s Polygonal Sofa in white leatherette
Located in Milano, IT
Polygonal-shaped sofa with foam padding and leatherette upholstery.
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Grasscloth

Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s Modular sofa in blue velvet composed of five modules. The modules are three central twins and two with armrests. The seats and ...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Plastic

Brutalist Nordic Oak and Leaf Velvet Throne-Like Sofa with Ornate Finials
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and distinctively shaped oak sofa with large rounded finials at the front and high horn-shaped rods at the back. Very little information is available about this sofa but it is b...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous two toned velvet, and has the lucite ce...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Textile

Large Modern Mid-Century Italian Canapè or Sofa attr. to Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Mid-Century Italian Canapè or Sofa with wood legs and arms . Acid green new upholstery in perfect condition.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Italian 20th Century Beige "Soriana" Leather Sofa By Tobia Scarpa For Cassina
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A beautiful “Soriana“ leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, made in Italy around the latter part of the 20th century. Finished in a very rare cognac colour leather, it is lovely ...
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1980s Italian Other Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rare « borne » sofa
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare « borne » sofa made of 4 rattan and white « bouclette » fabric chauffeuses. Recently reupholstered. Very comfortable, excellent condition.
Category

1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

"Marango" sofa by Alberto Smania for Studio Smania Interni
Located in Conversano, IT
Extraordinary and very rare sofa belonging to the "Marango" series designed by Alberto Smania and produced by the company of the same name in 1967. An incredible piece, a testament t...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

Mid Century Italian Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa 1954s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Osvaldo Borsani was a prominent Italian designer known for his innovative furniture designs, particularly during the mid-20th century. In 1954, Borsani created the iconic Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa...
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs. Model 4906. This piece retains its original fun fur teddy bear fabric in usable condition. The foam in cushions ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Leather Cornelius Sofa Anthracite with Metal Base
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the timeless elegance of the Cornelius sofa, an authentic piece of design from the 80s. Manufactured by the renowned Belgian brand Durlet, this sofa is known for its high-qu...
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1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Edward Wormley took the best elements from classical, historical Scandinavian and other European furniture design and translated them into a Modern vernacular. The result was furnitu...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood

1980s Vintage Leather Sofa: Timeless Mid-Century Elegance Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the timeless sophistication of our vintage sofa, embodying mid-century elegance and expert craftsmanship. Crafted from premium leather and meticulously restored by our skilled in-house team, this sofa epitomizes lasting aesthetics and exceptional quality. It captivates with its custom-dyed dark navy blue hue, waxed and polished to highlight its vintage luster and rich patina. Originating from the 1980s, the sofa boasts a classic tufted design with three plush back and seat cushions, ensuring supreme comfort. The elegant armrests, adorned with topstitched details, contribute to its refined appearance. Robust steel pedestal legs finished in brushed metal provide both durability and stability, underpinning the sofa's exquisite design. Inspired by the iconic creations of Milo Baughman, this navy blue leather sofa...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

“Lotus” Sofa/Daybed By Rob Parry For Gelderland
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rob Parry was a Dutch furniture designer whose innovative creations left an indelible mark on the world of mid-century modern design. Born in 1925 in the Netherlands, Parry studied a...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian mid century modern two-seater green fabric and wooden sofa, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Two-seater sofa, covered in green fabric, with turned legs in beech wood and a beautiful, slightly wavy profile of the backrest and armrests. 1950 ca. Excellent condition, restored a...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Curved Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Beyond cool and beyond comfortable. Love these lines!! I have an identical sofa available if you want a matching pair. Please note the listing is for one sofa but two are available. ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Textile

Fabrizio Ballardini Ribalta Sofa and Daybed red-brown leather for Arflex Italy
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Ribalta sofa and daybed was designed by Fabrizio Ballardini for Arflex in the eighties. The hinged corners of the sofa are adjustable, creating a versatile and playful whole from...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

German lounge sofa. 1950s
Located in Braga, Braga
Nice single sofa from the 50s. Restored. New Upholstery in new quality bouclé fabric The sofá is in mint condition. It was professionally restored to it’s original quality standar...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare Dutch Design sofa by Theo Ruth F109 for Artifort 1950 Mid-Century Modern
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very rare mid-century modern design sofa model: F109 by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950. High end Dutch design. The sofa is very comfortable and displays Theo Ruth's famous organic line...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s. Seat height 18”.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1950s Edward Wormley Dunbar Green Wool Sofa model 5138 Mahogany Base (2 avail)
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A 1950s tuxedo, even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, model 5138. The sofa floats on a solid mahogany base and is upholstered with new foam and a high end green wool fabric fro...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Wool, Mahogany

Italian Gold Gilt and Cream Painted Mid Century Art Nouveau Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely and elegant Art Nouveau Italian sofa, loveseat or settee painted neutral off white and gold, with beautiful original muted striped damask fabric. Can be sold separately; part ...
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1950s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Feather Down Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W96 D30 H28.75 SW85 SD18 SH18 AH20 Minimal danish sofa in fully restored conditon. Item features new fuzzy high pile fabric in grey with fresh feather foam mix and newly refinished ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Feathers

Bull 3-seater red leather sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 1987
Located in Stavenisse, NL
A timeless design by infamous Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) for Cassina; the Bull sofa. Only produced in 1987 by Cassina, this design is becoming increasingly rare...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic, Rubber

De Sede 1980s 2-Piece Leather Corner Sofa
Located in Toronto, CA
Manufactured by Swiss company De Sede, famous for its enduring quality craftsmanship and leather excellence, this 1980's corner sofa hits that sweet spot of handsome, cozy and classy...
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1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Antique Leather Chesterfield Style Sofa
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made antique leather Chesterfield style sofa. This was made in England, it dates from around the late 20th century. This is of super quality and is of ...
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1980s British Chesterfield Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa Model DS-61 Produced by De Sede in Switzerland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model DS-61. Produced by De Sede in Switzerland.
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

W. K. Wohnen Post Modern Black Leather Sofa, Germany 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
W K Wohnen Post Modern Black Leather Sofa, Germany 1980. Original leather. Measures 94" long, 24.5" tall, 38" deep, seat height 15.5", s...
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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

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