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Sofas For Sale
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

By Verner Panton

Located in Tilburg, NL

Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visual...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

De Sede DS-19 model 'Pagoda' modular Sofa in Cognac Leather
De Sede DS-19 model 'Pagoda' modular Sofa in Cognac Leather

De Sede DS-19 model 'Pagoda' modular Sofa in Cognac Leather

By De Sede

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

Customizable Tacchini Butter Modular Sofa by Faye Toogood
Customizable Tacchini Butter Modular Sofa by Faye Toogood

Customizable Tacchini Butter Modular Sofa by Faye Toogood

By Faye Toogood, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting fabric composition Bt6 L 455 P 230 cm W 179,13” D 90,55” 1 × left-hand deep corner terminal module E 2 × central module C 1 × corner module B 1 × right-han...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

LM4 - composition L 360 P 285 cm W 141,73” D 112,20” +6 pillows Three years after the reissue of Mario Bellini’s original project, Tacchini enhances the natural comfort of the Le Mu...

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede, Four-seat Sofa Model 'DS-40' Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Dallas, TX

Four seat sofa model 'DS-40' by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. The De Sede DS-40 four-seat sofa is a vintage classic from the 1970s, highly regarded for its exceptional comfort, qual...

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E009 'many layouts and fabrics available'
Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E009 'many layouts and fabrics available'

Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E009 'many layouts and fabrics available'

By Amura Lab, Emanuel Gargano

Located in Paris, IDF

'Lapis' is a collection of sofas and seats with very organic and Minimalist shapes. Designer: Emanuel Gargano Maker: Amura Lab 'Lapis' can be made in several dimension and comb...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Cotton

Trä-Inn, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Trä-Inn, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

Trä-Inn, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and floral-printed fabric sofa or love seat designed and produced by Stockholms Träinrednings AB, Trä-Inn Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consisten...

Category

1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970
Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970

Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970

By Mario Bellini

Located in Cascina, Pisa

The Camaleonda sofa is one of the most iconic creations by Mario Bellini, designed in 1970 for the company B&B Italia. This sofa exemplifies how design can be functional, modular, an...

Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style 3 Cushion Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style 3 Cushion Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style 3 Cushion Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar style sofa 85" Offered is a Mid-Century Modern sofa with tapered legs. Has 3 removable seat cushions and 3 back cushions. It is in great structurally sou...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed
Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed

Venfield Modern Sofa /Daybed

By Venfield

Located in New York, NY

Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...

Category

2010s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno 'Sir' Sofa in Mahogany
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno 'Sir' Sofa in Mahogany

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno 'Sir' Sofa in Mahogany

By Eugenio Gerli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 'Sir' sofa, model 'D73', mahogany, fabric Italy, design/production 1966 Eugenio Gerli's design, model D73, exemplifies the quintessential Italian Mid-Centur...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Sofa by Tito Agnoli, 1969
Sofa by Tito Agnoli, 1969

Sofa by Tito Agnoli, 1969

By Tito Agnoli, Arflex

Located in Berlin, DE

This rare set consisting of three armchairs and two corner elements was designed by Tito Agnoli for Arflex. The seating combination can be arranged in various ways. The dimensions ar...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved black-painted iron and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Size of individual section: 30” H x 63” W x 37.5” D Seat Height (inches): 18.25" All u...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Carla Extra Large Sofa
Carla Extra Large Sofa

Carla Extra Large Sofa

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa Carla extra large with structure in solid mahogany wood in black lacquered finish. Upholstered with high quality red velvet fabric. Also available with different structure fini...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa
Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa

Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa

By Grosfeld House, Vladimir Kagan

Located in South Charleston, WV

An extremely rare collectors piece, this large 97 inch wide four-seat sculptural sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House was designed and produced circa 1957 in the United States, ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa
Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa

Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa

By Otmar, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Raleigh, NC

Exceptional mid-century modern gondola sofa by celebrated designer Josef Otmar, featuring his signature flowing lines and masterful woodworking. This stunning piece showcases the sc...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Egyptian Moorish Settee, Handcrafted Walnut & Silk
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Settee, Handcrafted Walnut & Silk

19th Century Egyptian Moorish Settee, Handcrafted Walnut & Silk

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Middle Eastern Egyptian black settee with spindle and ball design with triple Moorish arches inlaid with mucharabie intricate and Fine work. Sofa is newly...

Category

19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful Gray Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful Gray Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs

Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful Gray Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Great mid century Danish modern Gray leather 3 seat sofa with wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Gray leather is soft and shows signs of use but broken in nicely. Great Da...

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

ART DECO ViNTAGE HAND DYED FULLY RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA
ART DECO ViNTAGE HAND DYED FULLY RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA

ART DECO ViNTAGE HAND DYED FULLY RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco style Whisky brown leather Chesterfield Tufted club sofa in newly restored condition with full...

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

Swedish Gustavian Style 100% Original Painted Sofa Bed
Swedish Gustavian Style 100% Original Painted Sofa Bed

Swedish Gustavian Style 100% Original Painted Sofa Bed

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a very Rare 100% Original painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa bed. the seat has a new cushion covered in Muslin

Category

1840s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter

De Sede DS-164 Left Sofa Bed in Schiefer Brown Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter

By De Sede, Hugo de Ruiter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Revolutionary back-push mechanism DS-164 can be transformed from an open sofa into an elegant chaise loungein a single movement, while the backrest can be stylefull rotated infinitel...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa and Ottoman in Light Tobacco Leather by Cassina
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa and Ottoman in Light Tobacco Leather by Cassina

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa and Ottoman in Light Tobacco Leather by Cassina

By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Berlin, DE

Prices vary dependent on the material/color/model of the product. Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana sofa and ottoman in light tobacco leather by Cassina in aniline leather. The ottoman is ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Modern Hello Sofa by NOOM, Premium Jacquard Velvet, Dedar Tiger Beat, Fauve
Modern Hello Sofa by NOOM, Premium Jacquard Velvet, Dedar Tiger Beat, Fauve

Modern Hello Sofa by NOOM, Premium Jacquard Velvet, Dedar Tiger Beat, Fauve

By Denis Sokolov, NOOM

Located in Paris, FR

A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur

Vintage Italian Distressed Leather Sofa
Vintage Italian Distressed Leather Sofa

Vintage Italian Distressed Leather Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage rustic, rich, Italian distressed leather sofa will be a comfy addition to your living room. This three-seat sofa is beautifully d...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002

By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra

Located in Roma, IT

Freeform Sofa is a design item realized by  Isamu Noguchi Produced by Vitra. Wood and fabric sofa. Vitra original label and plate with reference number 0977. Good condition but wi...

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Early 2000s German Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tufted Leopard Print Sofa
Tufted Leopard Print Sofa

Tufted Leopard Print Sofa

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

Tufted Sofa in a luxurious Mokum Textiles Leopardo Print Italian Jacquard Woven Chenille on a sateen ground. Frame is a solid hard maple. Seat cushion is made with 8-way hand tied sp...

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton

Modern Harrison Tufted 84" Sofa with Curved Frame Detail by Martin & Brockett
Modern Harrison Tufted 84" Sofa with Curved Frame Detail by Martin & Brockett

Modern Harrison Tufted 84" Sofa with Curved Frame Detail by Martin & Brockett

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Martin & Brockett's Harrison Tufted Sofa 84” consists of a streamlined frame that curves at the base to hold a deep but tidy (3 over 3) mix of loose tufted ba...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Custom Made White Belgian Linen Slip Cover Sofa with Down Cushions 95"
Custom Made White Belgian Linen Slip Cover Sofa with Down Cushions 95"

Custom Made White Belgian Linen Slip Cover Sofa with Down Cushions 95"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Introducing a slip-cover sofa crafted with Belgian white stone-washed linen, exuding a timeless elegance in any living space. The down cushions add a touch of luxury while ensuring m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Linen

20th Century Leather, Quilted Sofa in the Chesterfield Style
20th Century Leather, Quilted Sofa in the Chesterfield Style

20th Century Leather, Quilted Sofa in the Chesterfield Style

Located in Opole, PL

We present you this sofa for 3 people, covered in a natural leather in the color of bronze. This piece of furniture is from the 70s, stylized as antique. ...

Category

1980s European Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

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

Custom Chaise One Arm Sofa Crypton Stain Resistant Fabric RAF

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Custom one arm sofa with down wrapped cushions PHOTOS SHOWN AS LAF IN STOCK READY FOR IMMEDIATE SHIPPING showroom samples, reflects discounted price, w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Adriano Three-Seater Sofa in Splendido Velvet, Matte Horn & Metal by Arcahorn
Adriano Three-Seater Sofa in Splendido Velvet, Matte Horn & Metal by Arcahorn

Adriano Three-Seater Sofa in Splendido Velvet, Matte Horn & Metal by Arcahorn

Located in Geneve, CH

Adriano Three-Seater Sofa in Splendido Velvet, Matte Horn & Metal by Arcahorn Dimensions: D 100 x W 300 x H 88 cm. Materials: Horn, velvet, foam, and burnished metal. Cushions are ...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Other, Metal

Sculpted Walnut Sofa by Erwin Lambeth, Mid-Century Modern Design
Sculpted Walnut Sofa by Erwin Lambeth, Mid-Century Modern Design

Sculpted Walnut Sofa by Erwin Lambeth, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Erwin-Lambeth

Located in Southampton, NJ

Beautifully restored vintage 1960s sofa with curved back attributed to Erwin Lambeth. Exquisite lines in the sculpted hand rubbed walnut form crowns the sofa and follows the frame's ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, springs in the seat cushions. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable constructi...

Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, Brown Velvet, 1972, Set of 5
Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, Brown Velvet, 1972, Set of 5

Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, Brown Velvet, 1972, Set of 5

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina, dark brown velvet, Italy, 1972, set of five. Mario Bellini designed the “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina in 1972, creating an ico...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Mid Century Patchwork Leather and Chrome Sofa in the style of De Sede
Vintage Mid Century Patchwork Leather and Chrome Sofa in the style of De Sede

Vintage Mid Century Patchwork Leather and Chrome Sofa in the style of De Sede

By De Sede

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage 1970’s Patchwork Brown Leather Sofa with tubular chrome frame and exterior fittings with black strap sling system. Very much in the style of Swiss maker De Sede, maker unknow...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s 3-Seater Beech Sofa, Czechoslovakia
1970s 3-Seater Beech Sofa, Czechoslovakia

1970s 3-Seater Beech Sofa, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- good original condition with minor signs of use.

Category

1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood, Beech

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.

Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Paris, FR

Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s. Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...

Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur

Alexander White Sofa by Dom Edizioni
Alexander White Sofa by Dom Edizioni

Alexander White Sofa by Dom Edizioni

By Dom Edizioni

Located in Milan, IT

This flawless sofa is a fitting addition to a luxurious living room, summer home, or exclusive office. The combination of high-quality materials and pure lines delivers a timeless pi...

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Mid-Century Modern Sofa Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Sofa Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Baltimore, MD

Mid-century modern stunning, beautiful, high-quality long gondola walnut framed sofa Adrian Pearsall style. In new upholstery fabric and high-density foam. An exceptional sofa both f...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Foam

Set of five dark brown modular sofa elements, by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia
Set of five dark brown modular sofa elements, by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia

Set of five dark brown modular sofa elements, by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia

By Mario Bellini

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Mario Bellini – Modular Sofa Set, C&B Italia (now B&B Italia), 1966 Set of five dark brown modular sofa elements, designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia (now B&B Italia). The time...

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Resin

Rose Tarlow Melrose House 8 Foot Othello Sofa in Velvet
Rose Tarlow Melrose House 8 Foot Othello Sofa in Velvet

Rose Tarlow Melrose House 8 Foot Othello Sofa in Velvet

By Rose Tarlow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Othello Sofa by Rose Tarlow Melrose House in Velvet and down filled cushions and two Pillows. Another exquisite piece by Rose Tarlow - exceptionally made and upholstered in th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Original de Sede DS44 Dreisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Design Couch
Original de Sede DS44 Dreisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Design Couch

Original de Sede DS44 Dreisitzer Büffelleder Sofa Design Couch

By De Sede

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein hochwertiges DS44 Dreisitzer Sofas von de Sede mit wunderschöner Patina zum Verkauf an. Der Schweizer Traditionshersteller de Sede ist bekannt für seine außerordentlic...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s

Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s

Located in Manzano, IT

Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s A set of two vintage sofas from the 1970s, featuring a bold, multicolored fabric upholstery with an abstract pattern typical of the era. The soft curves...

Category

1970s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Martin Visser Important One-Off Boomerang Sofa in Wengé and Black Leather 1970
Martin Visser Important One-Off Boomerang Sofa in Wengé and Black Leather 1970

Martin Visser Important One-Off Boomerang Sofa in Wengé and Black Leather 1970

By Martin Visser

Located in Meer, VAN

Martin Visser One-Off Boomerang Sofa in Solid Wengé and Black Leather The Netherlands 1970 A very special and one-off boomerang style sofa by Martin Visser, one of the most renowned...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wenge

GUFRAM Dark Lady Couch by Studio 65
GUFRAM Dark Lady Couch by Studio 65

GUFRAM Dark Lady Couch by Studio 65

By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Bocca, the original 1970 lips-shaped couch is only Gufram's. This sensual couch, which is ideal for a tête-à-tête, has entered the collective imagination ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

Italian Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Light Green Upholstery
Italian Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Light Green Upholstery

Italian Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Light Green Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1950s. Simplistic Italian sofa with clean lines and a high back. The sofa features small tapered wooden legs. The high back embraces the sitter in com...

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, 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.