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Sofas For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1950s
Modernist Danish vintage sofa in white bouclé
Located in Milano, IT
Step into the enchanting world of mid-century elegance with this exquisite Danish modernist sofa hailing from the 1950s. It embodies the quintessential forms of European Nordic desig...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vintage T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Bleached Walnut Sofa for Widdicomb
Located in East Hampton, NY
Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb. This sofa features rounded original solid bleached walnut wood frame with armrests. The cushions have been newly reupholstered in a ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Expertly Restored - Poul Jensen Teak Love Seat Sofa for Selig
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, Wood, Teak

Danish Curved Antique Sofa, Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Origin: Denmark Dimensions: 100” W X 35” D X 28.5” H, SH 19” Quantity: 1 Available One of a kind and antique At STUDIO BALESTRA, we curate a unique collection of antique and handcr...
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1950s Danish Vintage Sofas

Materials

Linen

Sculptural Italian Midcentury Sofa
Located in London, GB
An Italian mid-century sofa of sculptural form, on brass legs and newly upholstered in a stone coloured wool boucle.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa in Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture / DUX of Sweden, sofa model 5316, fabric, beech, metal, United States, design 1952 This three-seat sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Eagle Cornucopia Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Eagle Cornucopia Settee Loveseat Sofa. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 40.5" H x 67" W x 27" D x 19" Seat height x 33" Arm height.
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19th Century Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Danish Sofa, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A welcoming four-seater sofa, likely to have been made in Denmark during the late 1940s or early 1950s. This long, yet deceptively slim, sofa has recently been reupholstered in sof...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Linen, Beech

Mid-Century 2-Seat Sofa, Minerva Series by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions 125 x 80 x 85 x 43 cm (WxDxHxSH) This shapely and comfortable sofa was designed by Danish Designers Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France and Daverkosen. The ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Divano curvo di modernariato italiano in velluto ciliegia e ottone, 1950 ca.
Located in MIlano, IT
Divano di forma curva, quasi angolare, in velluto nuovo color ciliegia e con sei zampe in ottone. 1950 ca. Ottime condizioni perchè interamente restaurato nell'imbottitura interna e ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Antique French Marquetry Sofa
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality antique French marquetry sofa, the frame decorated with brass mounts and ornate marquetry inlay, standing on elegan...
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19th Century French Antique Sofas

Materials

Kingwood

1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original good condition: no smells and no stains. Light green furniture velour, oak wood. Brass springs in the seat. Manufactured by Danish furniture m...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

1950s Modern Gray Sofa George Nelson Herman Miller New Upholstery
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Modern Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Early label design 1950s 28 h x 91 w x 30 d Seat 15.5 Retains Herman Miller label. Sofa has chrome plated legs, pati...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
Located in Dronten, NL
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul Volther, manufactured by Gemla, Denmark, circa 1960. This sofa is nicknamed 'Diva' and features a sophisticated solid o...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed
Located in Dallas, TX
A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large French Tufted Napoleon III Sofa with Extended Arms
Located in Buchanan, NY
This unique and stately large scale French 19th century Napoleon III sofa features gracefully extended arms that contrast the low back and give this sofa a distinctly elegant appeal....
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

19th Century Low Back Sofa
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century low back sofa with carved arms, over long seat raised on cabriole legs with acanthus leaf detailing terminating on original brass castors.
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern "Cigar" Ge-240 Sofa by Hans Wagner for Getama
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian modern sofa model GE-240 aka "Cigar" sofa designed by Hands Wenger and manufactured by Getama Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1950's. This exquisite pi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Palm Beach Regency Custom "Sun Kissed Yellow" Mohair Curved Arm Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Palm Beach Regency Custom Upholstered Plush "Sun Kissed Yellow" Hand Tufted Mohair Curved Sofa Classic & exquisite Palm Beach regency tufted curved sofa. This exceptional a...
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Sofa by Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Milo Baughman's tapered leg sofa, adorned with a fresh Herman Miller, Alexander Girard fabric and new foam, exudes timeless sophistication. The sleek, tapered legs provide a modern t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s bean-shaped sofa in gray velvet
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa with "bean" shape with sprung upholstery and non-original velvet upholstery of the period.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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

Arne Vodder Sofa for Ivan Schlechter
Located in Dallas, TX
Arne Vodder two seater settee sofa for Ivan Schlechter. Perfectly restored in leather with down cushions.
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Pair of Advocate Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
Located in Zürich, CH
This pair of chairs are fantastic pieces. They are raw in their simplicity, nothing too much but still nothing is missing. We can do any upholstery you like in any colour and fabric....
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

1950s Oak Frame Sofa by Magnus Olesen
Located in High Point, NC
An oak sofa from Magnus Olesen, produced in Denmark in the 1950s. An upholstered wooden sofa produced by famed Danish furniture manufacturer Magnus Olesen, known for putting out high...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

C. 1840's Antique American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Sofa!!
Located in Austin, TX
Handsome Antique Sofa, American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Circa 1840's, 19th Century!! Experience the charm of a classic American mahogany sofa from the mid-19th century with this antique piece. Upholstered in striking multicolor tapestry fabric, this sofa features scrolled feet and carved stiles that add to its elegant appearance. The seating area is perfect for conversation and can accommodate up to four people, making it ideal for your entryway, foyer, living room, or guest room. This circa 1840's antique sofa is a beautiful settee that brings a touch of Victorian style to any space. The upholstery fabric is complemented by the mahogany frame in brown, and the sofa comes as a unit that requires no assembly or additional parts. The model is perfect for creating a seating area where you and your guests can relax and enjoy each other's company. American Classical Mahogany Sofa...
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Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Sofas

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Upholstery, Mahogany

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love This sofa was purchased from an architects house interior in Belgium The design is very reminiscent to the works of...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Advocate Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece, finally it's iconic. It is raw in its simplicity, nothing too much but still nothing is missing. We can do any upholstery you like in any colour and ...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s. Seat height 16”
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dunbar Furniture bracket back sofa, Model 131 designed by Roger Sprunger. Rare smaller version sofa or loveseat that is perfect for two people. Solid mahogany "L" bracket supports gi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany framed sofa with Dodo head detail
Located in Malton, GB
This is a truly exceptional Regency period English country house sofa. The design and and size is fabulous but what really sets this apart is the unique Dodo head details on the legs...
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Early 19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in White Boucle
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in white boucle, wood, United States, 1952 The 'Oasis' sofa (1952) is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Th...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

William Armbruster Custom Monumental five-seat Sofa for Chase Manhattan
Located in Chicago, IL
The William Armbruster Custom Designed Monumental five-seat Sofa for Chase Manhattan Executive Offices, Embodies luxury and sophistication. Crafted with expert craftsmanship, this gr...
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1950s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1958 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Three Seat Sofa, Model 57 in Green Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an extremely early Florence Knoll ‘Parallel Bar’ Sofa, Model 57, designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. It is a rare example of Florence K...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

"Banana" sofa in velvet, on small flattened spindle legs, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Brussels , BE
Extremely beautiful and funky.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1800's Antique Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
1800's Antique Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige Sofa Beautiful with New Upholstery, Antique Sofa, Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige, 19th Century, 1800's! This antique sofa from the Empire Period features a stunning medallion back design and has been newly upholstered in a beautiful red and beige fabric. With its dark wood tones and traditional style, this sofa is sure to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any living room, lounge, or guestroom. Measuring 26" in length and 84" in width, this sofa comfortably seats up to three people. No additional parts are required for assembly, and the sofa is ready to use right away. The brand is Empire, and the country/region of manufacture is unknown. Overall, this antique sofa is a one-of-a-kind piece that is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of history and charm to their home. Period empire medallion...
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19th Century Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Red furniture fabric, dark lacquered ash wood legs and armrests. Brass springs in the seat. New ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Ash

Howard & Sons Sofa, England circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Howard & Sons Sofa England circa 1880 Low seated turned walnut legs, upholstered in hand-dyed dark green grain sacks. 75”L x 32”d x 31”h x 9”seat
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19th Century English Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa by Fritz Hansen, very good condition, velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa by Fritz Hansen. Very good condition: no smells and no stains. Sofa was reupholstered about 20 years ago by craftsman. Green furniture velour. Renewed bee...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Antique Victorian Walnut Sofa Chaise Longue Settee 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic antique Victorian chaise longue which dates from Circa 1860. This sofa was made from hand carved solid walnut with...
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1860s Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Ico Parisi Three Seater Curved Sofa for Ariberto Colombo 'Attr.', Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An extremely stylish and slightly curved three seater sofa attributed to Ico Parisi and made by Ariberto Colombo. It has been completely restored and reupholstered in a blue petroleu...
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1950s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Victorian buttoned back chesterfield sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant English buttoned back chesterfield sofa. This is of smaller than average proportions making it a very versatile sofa to be used in various rooms around your ho...
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19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Beech

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Brass Cross Stretcher
Located in St. Louis, MO
1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional sofa on tapered legs with round brass stretcher from front to back and side to side. Drop arm detail, older floral upholstery ne...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Restored Rattan Three-Strand Full Pretzel Lounge Chair and Three-Seat Sofa Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A fully restored living room set featuring a three-strand armchair and a solid piece three-seat sofa with intricate wrappings. Included in the price is a custom choice of our fabric...
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

A. Brandt for Ranch Oak Cerused Oak Minimalist Three Seat Sofa.
Located in Chicago, IL
Minimalist sofa from the 1950s designed and manufactured by August Brandt for Ranch Oak Furniture. Ranch Oak was a furniture brand that had a slight western look and feel. This sofa,...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Antique Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa , late 19th century
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa, crafted in the late 19th century, is a beautiful vintage piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. This sofa is constructed entirely of bentwood ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Sofas

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Late 19th Century French Large Gilt Frame Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
This is a very large and comfortable 19th-century sofa, newly upholstered with a hardwearing washable suede-like light grey fabric. This style of furniture was popular during the rei...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs circa 1860.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs ad ebonized turned feet circa 1860.
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

English Upholstered 19th Century Sofa
Located in Southampton, GB
Solid and comfortable, English, 19th Century sofa. Freshly upholstered in hard wearing weave fabric. All springs have either been tightened or replaced and new webbing introduced. O...
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19th Century British Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century White Boucle Curved Sofa with Five Legs, Italy, 1950
Located in Madrid, ES
The white bouclé sofa is composed of a wooden structure and five metallic legs with brass details, upholstered in a white boucle. Made in Italy in t...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jens Risom Model 2516 Sculptural Sofa Gray Velvet and walnut base
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Uncommon Jens Risom Model 2516 sofa with a curvaceous back and sculptural walnut base. The sides of the base with subtle bow tie shape, cutouts in the front of the frame lend to the...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Mid Century Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Mid Century Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Original upholstery in very good condition.
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1950s European Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking piece and a versatile scale. It has a big look but doesn't have a large footprint.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Rob Parry Doublet Sofa, 1950s, Wool
Located in Bunnik, NL
“Doublet” is a beautiful and rare find of Dutch mid-century design by Rob Parry. A square black metal frame, wooden armrests and a nice grey wool fabric upholstery. This combination ...
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1950s Dutch Minimalist Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Scandinavian two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Nordic Mid-Century Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape and slim, tapered legs, this two-seater is exceptionally ...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and beige velvet fabric sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. Seat height 19.5”
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Vintage Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome vintage tufted Chesterfield sofa. Upholstered in a whiskey brown antique French leather. Tufted rolled arms and backrest wi...
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1880s Chesterfield Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

19th century linen upholstered, English Sofa
Located in Southampton, GB
Mahogany scrolled arm sofa. 6 legs with origonal brass castors. Newly upholstered in quality linen fabric, bespoke large feather squab cushion. This piece is so comfortable and a gre...
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19th Century British Antique Sofas

Materials

Linen

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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