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Sofas For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1980s
Vladimir Kagan, Large Curved Sofa, Fabric, Metal, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved beige yellow bouclé fabric and metal sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc. Seat height: 15.5” Reupholstered in brand new bouclé fabric.
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leather sofa by Percival Lafer c.1960's, Brazil. The sofa features the original burnt rust leather with a beautiful Brazilian hardwood frame. The top of the seat back has an extended...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa for Christensen & Larsen, Model U56, Denmark
Located in Oakland, CA
IB Kofod Larsen Elizabeth settee, Model U56, handcrafted by master cabinetmakers Christensen & Larsen in 1956, Denmark. The rare, settee features a finely sculpted teak frame that su...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa in Off-White Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, off-white wool upholstery, walnut, United States, 1960s This exceptional Boomerang sofa, designed by Adrian Pearsall, features a striking, sculptu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Enzo Minotti Italian Sofa in Luxurious Velvet, 1950s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Large sofa, four seats, designed by Enzo Minotti, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s. Wooden structure reupholstered in luxurious Rubelli velvet. Wood feet. Angular shaped design, with comfor...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Canvas, Velvet, Walnut

Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in Blue Leather, France, Set of 5
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This exclusive five-piece set of the iconic Togo sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset, France, represents the pinnacle of design and comfort. The set includes a t...
Category

1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Karpen of California Sculptural Gondola Sofa
Located in Fulton, CA
Exceptionally rare Karpen of California gondola sofa in original, as-found condition. A striking, sculptural design with a wave-like depiction. It is, without exception, furniture in art form. This is a project in need of full restoration. A rare opportunity to restore and choose the fabric of new owners choice. I found an interesting blog about a similar sofa that has undergone an exceptional restoration. Helpful to see the potential of this sofa once restored. To view Google "california karpen sofa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Swedish Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden's...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Beech, Sheepskin

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Rosewood & Leather Sofa by Jydsk Mobelvaerk
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 precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Dyrlund Scandinavian 3 seat Brown leather sofa with teak frame circa 1980
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dyrlund Danish Post Modern Teak and Brown Leather 3 seat Sofa, Circa 1980'S leather upholstery and cushions with teak frame and Accents. Labeled underneath. Made in Denmark. Located ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Sofa, Love Seat or Settee by Kofod Larsen Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautifully designed and crafted sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig circa 1960's. It features a solid walnut frame and original upholstery. Manufacturers stamp is present. Fabric is...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Attributed Gio Ponti Mid-century Modern Italian Sofa for Casa E Giardino, 1930s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-century two-seater sofa, collectible, attributed to Gio Ponti for the Casa e Giardino factory in the late 1930s. The upholstery has been redone in fur-effect bouclé fabric, the f...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

1950s Danish Sheepskin Sofa by Alfred Christensen
Located in London, England
This classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen was designed and produced in the 1950s at his own company: Slagelse Mobelvaerk in Denmark. The sof...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Art Deco-Streamline Tubular Steel Couch / Daybed, Fabric Upholstery, ca. 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
This original tubular steel couch/daybed in Art Deco-Streamline Design is restored on request and available in different amounts. Production time: c. 10 weeks.
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Johannes Spalt 'Constanze' Convertible Daybed Sofa Wittmann, Beige Velvet, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A freestanding sofa model 'Constanze' / 'Constance' with chnromed or nickeled steel and a velvet in a warm neutral tone (beige or sand) designed by Prof. Johannes Spalt for Wittmann,...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

ABCD Loveseat by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oakville, CA
ABCD loveseat by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968. Loveseat has been carefully restored by stripping down to bare metal frame and latex seat sling, re foaming and re upholstering in ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Guglielmo Veronesi, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and wood sofa or settee designed by Guglielmo Veronesi and produced by I.S.A Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. Seat height 17.5”
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Restored Frank Style Rattan Five-Strand Square Pretzel 5-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl style 5-seater sectional sofa with five-strand square pretzel arms and stacked rattan bases. The sofa showcases the classic streamline style mad...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Large curved sofa in wood and green velvet in the style of Gio Ponti Italy 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Large curved sofa in wood and fabric, upholstered in green velvet, in the style of Gio Ponti — Italian manufacture, 1950s In a living room, the sofa is the quintessential piece of f...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Modern Walnut Flame Stitch Platform Sofa 110"
Located in Dayton, OH
Adrian Pearsall mid century modern / atomic era floating platform sofa or couch featuring the original flame stitch fabric with walnut formica end tables and boomerang legs. Dimensi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rare curved black-coated metal and grey velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno, Italy, 1950s. 13.5" seat height
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Janus' Sofa in Red Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Janus sofa, model '6392', velvet, lacquered wood, United States, design 1957 Conceived in 1957, the Janus sofa is an iconic design by Edward Wormley for D...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1960s Swedish Vintage Teak Sofa by Bertil Fridhagen
Located in Sherborne, GB
'Aristokrat' sofa designed by Bertil Freidhagan and manufactured by Broderna Andersson. A classic design from the 1960s. The quality is outstanding, the solid teak frame has strong,...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Pull Out Sofa Bed with Detached Headboard and Sliding Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century teak daybed and matching headboard with storage cabinets and shelves. The headboard is detached, bed can easily be pushed in as a sofa o...
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Mid-Century Post Modern Curved L Shaped Cloud Sectional Sofa by Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & stunning L shaped sectional sofa with incredible design lines. This well built sofa is by Directional furniture, circa 1980s. It features the original fabric in a 3 separat...
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Erik Ole Jorgensen for DUX Sofa with Down Cushions in Knoll Fabric
Located in South Charleston, WV
Reupholstered less than 12 months ago using Knoll Blue Fabric. 88.75" wide, 30.25" tall and 34" deep. Arm height 23". Special attention was paid in the upholstery with the original d...
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Peter Hivdt Style Teak corner sofas model 610, Vatne Møbler AS, Norway 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Corners sofa with table, model 610, Vatne Møbler AS, Norway. Sofas with frames in teak and beech, as well as armrests in rattan. Fixed upholstered seat and loose cushions in the back...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Rare Vintage Viggo Boesen Sofa in Shearling, Produced by Hos Wulff, Denmark 1930
By Hos Wulff, Viggo Boesen
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare vintage beech and shearling sofa designed by Viggo Boesen (attributed) and produced by Hos Wulff in Denmark, circa 1930s. Newly renovated and reupholstered in premium beige sh...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Børge Mogensen Three-Seat Sofa, Model 2213
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen three-seat sofa new upholstered with cognac pure aniline leather. Legs of teak. Model 2213, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newly Redone Pair of L-Shaped Sofas by Giulio Minoletti (Attributed)
Located in San Francisco, CA
A striking and rare pair of L-shaped sofas attributed to Italian architect and designer Giulio Minoletti. Defined by their low-back profile and sculptural curved edges, these pieces ...
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid century Danish modern red leather 3 seat sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century burnt Red leather 3 seat danish modern sofa designed by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler. Beautiful soft burnt red leather with tufted cushions. Great design. Made in De...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Danish Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat Early 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa from the 1940s. Often called banana sofas by the Danes due to the curved shape. This sofa has slightly more straight backrest an...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Curved Banana Shape Loveseat or Sofa in Two-Tone Wool, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, around late 1930s or early 1940s. These small sofas will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round vol...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Modern Two-Seat Sofa with Cognac-Colored Leather Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage 2 seater sofa manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. It's upholstered with the original cognac-colored leather with light patina, ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Saporiti Italia "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed in 1974 by Giovanni Offredi, "Wave" three seat sofa. Since 1950 Saporiti has produced some of the most sophisticated and advanced pieces of furniture in the history of Itali...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century 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

Materials

Textile

Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful leather sofa. Wooden frame with curved sides and decorated with a lattice pattern. The back, side and seat cushions are padded and covered in cognac leather with a zipper. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

DS-2011 Sofa by De Sede, Dark brown leather lounge
Located in Ranst, VAN
Super comfortable two-seater sofa from De Sede, model DS-2011. The sofa has a steel base and is made of dark brown leather. The sofa is in very good and original condition. Two piece...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Large 8 Piece „TRIO“ Sofa by COR Team Form AG, 1973
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Vintage COR Trio Modular Sofa in Brown – Exceptional Condition This original Trio sofa by COR is a timeless design classic, offering both versatility and comfort. It consists of eig...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Danish Brutalist 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak attributed to Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts and...
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1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Sofa for Gavina, Black Leather, 1962
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” sofa for Gavina, brown leather, Italy, 1962 The "Bastiano" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Knoll in 1962, epitomizes architectural design an...
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

ABCD Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oakville, CA
ABCD sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1968. Sofa has been carefully restored by stripping down to bare metal frame and latex seat sling, re foaming and re upholstering in a velvet...
Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Sofas

Materials

Formica, Latex, Polyester

Fine mid 20th century blue 3 piece suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
E are pleased to present this stunning 3 piece suite circa 1950. Suite comprises of a pair of armchairs and matching sofa. Richly upholstered in a deep blue velour fabric. 2 seater...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Bernhardt Sofa / Loveseat Manner of Milo Baughman
Located in Fulton, CA
Sofa / Loveseat by Bernhardt Furniture Company. Circa. 1970's. Designed in the manner of Milo Baughman. Full wood sides and back. Nice addition to a Hollywood Regency or Mid-Century ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Orange Velvet Curved Sofa Made in Italy 1950s Wood Feet
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century orange velvet curved sofa made in Italy, 1950s
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Italian Corner Sofa attributed to Gio Ponti
Located in CA, CA
Corner sofa attributed to Gio Ponti, upholstered in a black and white silk fabric by Christian Lacroix
Category

1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa. Classic elegant form with colorful velvet upholstery. Birch legs.
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

All Black Leather Børge Mogensen 3-Seater Sofa Model 2213 by Fredericia Denmark
Located in Dronten, NL
Very comfortable Børge Mogensen Black Leather 3 seat Sofa Model 2213. With original patinated black leather upholstery and canvas backed down filled cushions. Produced by Fredericia...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
This elegant sofa is a classic 1950s design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. It features a tufted back and a long bench seat resting on tapered walnut fee...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair 1960's Danish Sofa With Vintage Upholstery
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair 1960's Danish three seat Sofa with vintage patterned upholstery. Buttoned back upholstery. Solid stained teak frames Price is for the pair but willing ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pair of Nicoletti Salotti Postmodern Italian Leather Sofas, 1980s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
An icon of postmodern design: a pair of Nicoletti Salotti 2-seater sofas in gray leather, produced in Italy around 1980. The leather of the sofas has taken on a lived-in look that gi...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Finn Juhl, Rare Important Sofa Walnut Fabric, Baker Furniture United States 1951
Located in High Point, NC
A rare and important sofa, designed by Finn Juhl in 1951 for Baker Furniture Company, Michigan. Introduced to the American design community by Edgar Kaufmann Jr, an art collector...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid century Percival Lafer style leather sofa
Located in Liberty, NY
Great mid century Brazilian style leather sofa in a rare burgundy color. Has wonderful strapping with wood dowels that hold cushions in place. Most likely of European origin, no labe...
Category

1960s European Brutalist Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Swedish Modern Sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern sofa “Samsas” by Carl Malmsten for O.H Sjögren in Tranås. The sofa is a mid-century modern classic with a solid pine frame and red toned upholstery. The sofa, oft...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Sofa 'Värend' by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden during the 1940s. Model 'Värend' with an elegant design made in elm.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Elm

Single Vintage Hand Embroidery Pillow
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pillow made of hand embroidery with exceptional happy colors of geometric repeated motifs. Quality silk backing, fresh new insert.
Category

1980s Uzbek Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool

Folke Ohlsson for DUX Four-Seat Mid-Century Sofa in Original Wool Fabric 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Scandinavian modern sofa made and marked by Dux of Sweden made sometime in the 1960's designed by Folke Ohlsson. Handsome build with profound design lines that bring elegance and style to any space. A splendid, long modern sofa...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale

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

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

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

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

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

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

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