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Sofas For Sale
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture wool, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Original green furniture wool, beech wood legs. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Brass springs in the seat. Ma...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

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...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Burgundy Leather Sofa by Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau, c 1990, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The burgundy leather is incredible on this Poltrona Frau circa 1990 Post-Modern sofa by Pierluigi Cerri. Featuring soft and supple Italian leather cushions over a ribbed leather wrapped (over steel) frame with smoked chrome legs, the rear has a floating leather shelf with manufactures brand embossed. The color is superb - see the close ups for better color representation. Ideal for rooms where you need a pop of deep beautiful color in comfortable seating. Use as a loveseat or settee but this two-seat sofa is large enough to fit three when needed. Comfortable cushioned armpads make it a nice place to take a nap. This burgundy leather couch...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Newly Upholstered Gigi Radice Sofa in Green and Grey for Minotti, Italy, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Gigi Radice sofa for Minotti Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a velvet Dedar fabric.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sculptural 2-Seater Sofa in Oak & Wool, Danish "Skønvirke" Style, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite two seater sofa in solid oak and white wool. Crafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker in the 1920s. The frame of this sofa is meticulously constructed from oak wood, cel...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Tobia Scarpa new Green Boucle "Bastiano" 2-Seater Sofa for Knoll, 1960s, Italy
Located in The Hague, NL
Two-seater sofa was produced by Knool in 1960s and designed by Tobia Scarpa. Mid-Century Modern period Italian design item. Tobia Scarpa designed the Bastiano series for the experime...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wenge, Bouclé

Taylor King French Damask Silk Down Filled 3 Seat Rolled High Arm Sofa Couch 91"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Taylor King three seat sofa or couch featuring a down filled silk Damask fabric with skirted base and high rolled arms and back. Includes lumb...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Down

Vintage Sheepskin Leather 2-Seater Sofa in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful and beautifully aged vintage sheepskin leather 2-seater sofa in classic English style. Most people would agree — sheepskin leather furniture develo...
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20th Century Classical Roman Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Pixel Sectional Sofa in Patchwork Upholstery by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the creativity of Sergio Bicego comes Pixel sofa, featuring a series of elements that can be freely combined, thanks to an exclusive connector created ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova Four-Seat 'Saratoga' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 'Saratoga' four-seat sofa, polyester lacquered wood and red leather, Italy, 1964. Lovely sofa named 'Saratoga' is by Italian designer coup...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Polyester, Wood

Big Sur Sofa by MICHAEL HILAL
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The Big Sur sofa by MICHAEL HILAL, which he describes “a love letter to California”. The varied topography of Hilal’s home state from mountains to rugged shoreline is the starting point for Big Sur’s shifting interplay of organic shapes. Configurations engage and form spaces for hanging out, catnapping, toasting cocktails or telling secrets. Conceived of as a room’s center-of-gravity, rather than a wallflower, the sofa transforms into a natural gathering place. The ease of California living, a signature concept in Hilal’s work, is reflected in the casual configurations and reconfigurations. The Collection includes two sofa configurations: BIG SUR 1.1 – A modern, sculptural take on a tête-à-tête, this sofa floats away from the wall, offering all sides for lounging and conversation. The single main component is doubled up and features two satellite stools. BIG SUR 1.2 – A 1970s conversation pit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

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Fabric

De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shaped Modular Sofa in Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

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Leather

DS-1088 Configurable Patchwork Leather Sofa with Elongated Cushions by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four adjustable sofa base elements DS-1088/05 and three cushions DS-1088/96 by de Sede. Patchwork in its prettiest form. DS-1088 presents itself with a beautiful special feature. The leather is elaborately crafted by hand in a patchwork appearance – for an individually stylish look. The sofa landscape consists of single cubic elements that can be combined with one another in infinite ways. Cushions with an elongated design need no attachment to stay on the sofa and can be moved around in flexible ways. We launched this favorite sofa back in 1975. Now, nearly 45 years later, we are celebrating its comeback. Details: Standard configuration: Seat element in a patchwork look, connectors can be used to combine the individual seating elements to create custom sofa landscapes. Upholstery and assembly: Sedex upholstery covered with wadding. Compact frame made of panel materials and strapped to seat frame. Cushions filled with spelt chaff and latex for combined support and comfort. Glides for hard and soft floor coverings. Function: Unused connectors can be removed. Note: Loosely covered...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina – 1970s Italian, Cognac Leather
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Original 1970s 3-Seater Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina – Iconic Italian Mid-Century Modern Design An exceptional example of 1970s Italian furniture, this authentic ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Chrome

Christian Liaigre Sofa, 2000's
Located in Hamburg, PA
A handsome black ebonized mahogany and upholstered sofa by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The simple lines of this sofa would fit well in any Mid-Century Modern, Traditional, or Contemporary interior. The gently used upholstery is vintage but in good condition with some age-appropriate wear including some light stains, as shown in the images. This Christian Liaigre sofa...
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Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

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Mahogany, Upholstery

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Twins cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Phenomenal Saporiti Stainless Steel & Mercedes Leather Sofa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
All original Saporiti stainless steel and special ordered perforated Mercedes leather 'Wave' sofa by Giovanno Offreddi. This is the nicest example of this sofa that we have ever seen...
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Late 20th Century Italian Sofas

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Stainless Steel

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bouclé, Maple

Post Modern 2 Seat Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and ultra coveted Preview sofa. The details, add so much interest and design flair. This collection has real designer feels. **We have this sofa as well as a 3 seat sofa and ...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Dieter Rams 620 Lounge Chair Swivel Base by Vitsœ black Leather 1962 Mid Century
Located in Munster, NRW
Lounge Chair from the chair program 620, designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany in 1962. The pictured lounge chair was purchased around 2000 and has since been in the second ho...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian 1940s Sofa Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful long sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, the master of Italian classicism. This sofa is an exceptional example of Ulrich's architectural skill where line becomes form an...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chairs for B&B Italia, Black, 1971, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” easy chairs for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a larg...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Foam

Cini Boeri "Gradual System" Armchairs for Gavina, Camel Velvet, 1970, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Cini Boeri “Gradual System” armchairs for Gavina, camel velvet, Italy, 1970, set of 2. Designed in 1970 by Cini Boeri for Gavina, this armchair bel...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet

Art Deco Halden Armchair in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Halden armchair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Halden armchair is inspired by the Norwegian border town of the same name at the mout...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas

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Stainless Steel, Brass

Bomb Yellow Armchair by Simone Micheli
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by Simone Micheli, Bomb is inspired by an object of destruction to invite to reflect on the drama of war and the hope that life will always prevail. The armchair is a design...
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2010s Italian Modern Sofas

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Other, Aluminum

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa
Located in Dayton, OH
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Atomic Era Bracket Back Sofa, circa 1950s. Features streamlined track arms, original tweed plaid button tufted upholstery and two large seat cushions. The...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

La Michetta Composition 7 Sofa in Velvet by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular sofa, made of eclectic modules, available in different sizes and colours, which can be continuously rearranged according to taste and needs. La Michetta by Gaetano Pesce for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Florence Knoll Sofa in Patterned Dedar Jacquard Velvet, De Coene, Belgium, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
A rare three-seat sofa designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International and produced by De Coene in the late 1950s. From 1954 onwards, the renowned Belgian manufacturer De Coene pr...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Livingston Large Sofa in Red Velvet Upholstery with Chrome by Giuseppe Viganò
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Livingston creates a surprising effect through an unexpected use of the headrest which, by a simple rotation, becomes a comfortable backrest. It has a “smart” backrest to which a smaller cushion is attached with a zip. The soft, informal seating rests on a light steel base that creates a dynamic contrast with the generous cushions. The original, adjustable backrest and its characteristic full-length seat cushions give Livingston a unique silhouette ideally suited to creating an endless variety of arrangements. The designer Giuseppe Viganò is dedicated to the industrial design of furniture products and to the artistic direction of companies in the sector. He also provides graphic consulting for the production of catalogues, getting directly involved in the photography, page layout, communication and advertising pages. He designs trade fair layouts and permanent furniture shops or temporary areas for specific events and personally intervenes by indicating the choice of products and scenery design. In 2007 he started working with Saba Italia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Scandinavian Modern Teak and cognac Fabric Three Seat Sofa
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful scandinavian modern teak three Seat Sofa was designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s It features a teakwood frame in high-quality workmanship and using firs...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

19th Century Pair of Antique Sofas in the Manner of Howard and Sons
Located in Miami, FL
This sofas have high sides and back which is cosy in front of a fire or anywhere. The high sides are sprung and have built in down cushions. This makes them supremely comfortable if ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut

"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in green fabric. There are 4 large pieces and an ottoman. Seat height: 35 cm. Dimensions of one piece: H: 65 cm W: 93 cm D: 93 cm Dimensions of the ottoman : H : 35 cm W : 93 cm...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric

Vintage Art Deco Hollywood Regency Sofa Tufted Back and Concave Pillowed Arms
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Art Deco or Hollywood Regency sofa with a tufted back and concave pillowed arms. The sofa is in solid wonderful condition, but its original white damask fabric will ...
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas

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Fabric

Curved Danish Modern Sofa in Original Brown Wool Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A beautifully sculpted example of Danish mid-century design, this curved sofa from the 1940s captures the refined elegance and organic lines characteristic of Scandinavian modernism....
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werstätte, Austria, 1980's
Located in amstelveen, NL
Stunning and rare large sculptural sectional sofa by Wiener Werstätte, 1970. Very distinctive design and extraordinary shapes. New upholstered in a High quality terracotta color Pl...
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1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Chenille

Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Togo Sofa in original black leather, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Togo sectional sofa in black leather designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s for Ligne Roset. Among Ligne Roset's most recognized pieces is the Togo line of seating, designed by Mic...
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1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

1980s Leather Modular Five Seater Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Made of leather - Has signs of use - Beautiful patina - - Made in Italy - Seat height 33 cm - Length of one piece without armrests 62 cm - The sofa...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Parati Sofa Designed by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa with upholstered back cushions, walnut structure and upholstered backrest, decorative cushions embroidered in raffia. Made In France.   
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2010s French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Raffia, Rope, Walnut

Parati Sofa Designed by Laura Gonzalez
Parati Sofa Designed by Laura Gonzalez
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Arts and Crafts Wicker Two Seat Sofa By Dryad and Co.UK 1920s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Two Seat Sofa Arts and Krafts Wicker By Dryad and Co UK. 1920s
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1920s British Victorian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Fine Antique English Style Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A camel back long sofa, with serpentine seat rail raised on dark stained four cabriole front legs and four curved swept back legs. Tub form sides with sloping wood arms. Upholstered ...
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19th Century Queen Anne Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Moroso REDONDO Two seats Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A collection with a distinctive two–part shape, the padded shell embraces the huge seat cushions. Its curves are shown off by the total absence of sharp corners and the softness of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Cocktail Sofa from 1950s
Located in Neuss, NW
Charming cocktail sofa from the 1950s. The original spring core has been reupholstered and covered with a high-quality teddy fabric in off white. The legs are made of solid wood. Qu...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Textile

Roche Bobois Alchimie Three Seater Sofa by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Alchimie Three Seater Sofa by Roche Bobois, a stunning addition to any living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and modern d...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Morphologica Indiana Sofa + Armchair in Bouclé Wool by Misha Kahn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Morphologica armchair and sofa manifest the need to rethink what it means to be radical. Designed by Misha Kahn in 2024 for Meritalia. The Morphologica armchair and sofa, born f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Sculptural Sofa with Discreet Seaming
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa makes a bold statement with its clean and captivating design, delivering an effortlessly cool finish. The poised back enhances its built-in seat cushion, complemented by di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Velvet

Extra large Victorian sofa and ottoman 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This large Victorian sofa that dates back to 1890 has a comfortable and deep seat, allowing you to relax. The seat is made of full wood and has elegant claw and ball feet, which give...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio Custom-Made ‘Patchwork’ Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio, welded and enameled pewter, copper, and bronze, reupholstered leather, United States, 1971 Designed by Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio, this sofa ...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

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Bronze, Copper, Pewter

20th Century Brown Leather 2-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality 20th-century two seater brown leather chesterfield with two loose cushions, raised on turned legs terminating on castors. With individually hand tacked brass studded t...
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Late 20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Sofa for De Sede, Black Leather, 1974, Set of 4
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofas for De Sede, black leather, Switzerland, 1974, set of four. Ubald Klug designed this rare modular DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa as a real living landsc...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

My Taos Sectional Sofa in Grey Seventy Upholstery with Wheels by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
My Taos is the sofa design that best communicates Saba’s identity. Its recent redesign is based on the 4 pillars of the company: memory, comfort, design and po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Surrealist Salivasofa 'Original' Prototype Red Lips Sofa By Salvador Dali
Located in Barcelona, ES
In the pioneering year of 1972, the visionary duo of Salvador Dalí and Oscar Tusquets unveiled their very first prototype sofa, a testament to their inn...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

A French Roche Bobois leather sectional sofa.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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20th Century French Adam Style Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Curved Cloud Sofa for Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
A sculptural three-seat sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Preview. This iconic piece features Kagan’s signature sweeping curve and exaggerated, rounded arms that flow seamlessly in...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Customizable Fringes Loveseat By Munna In Mustard Cotton Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Trimming, Wood, Velvet, Silk

Mid-20th Century Regency Style Velvet Sofa
Located in Sheffield, MA
The mid-20th century sofa has wood cabriole legs with padded feet set within undulating front and side edges. The upholstered arms are fronted by inlaid curved wood panels. Seats fou...
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Mid-20th Century American American Empire Sofas

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Fabric

Zanotta Alfa Modular Sofa in Vico Fabric with Black Steel Frame by Emaf Progetti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Alfa Modular Sofa in Vico Fabric with Black Steel Frame by Emaf Progetti These modular elements allow many corner or straight compositions. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Chrome Bar 3-Seat Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, USA 1970s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Chrome Bar 3-Seat Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, USA 1970s Gorgeous, long, low mid century sofa with flat bar chromed-steel framed arm ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

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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