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Imbuia Wood Sofa by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazil, Dedar Milano Fabric
Imbuia Wood Sofa by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazil, Dedar Milano Fabric

Imbuia Wood Sofa by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazil, Dedar Milano Fabric

By Moveis Cimo

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Móveis Cimo / Sofa Imbuia Wood, Dedar Milano Fabric 1960s, Brazil Matching Pair of Lounge Chairs Available Founded in 1913 in Santa Catarina, Móveis Cimo grew from a small box fact...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Imbuia

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura by Mario Bellini
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura by Mario Bellini

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura by Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

price listed for starting fabric The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: desi...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Curved sheeps skin sofa model Fritz Hansen FH 1669, FDB production 1950s
Curved sheeps skin sofa model Fritz Hansen FH 1669, FDB production 1950s

Curved sheeps skin sofa model Fritz Hansen FH 1669, FDB production 1950s

By Fritz Hansen, FDB Møbler

Located in Hägersten, SE

Curved four seater sofa model 1669 by Fritz Hansen. This curved model later production on license by FDB (Fritz Hansen design) from the 1950s. Reupholstered in beige sheep skin with ...

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Birch

Customizable Tacchini Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell
Customizable Tacchini Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell

Customizable Tacchini Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell

By Tacchini, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture

Located in New York, NY

Soft, enveloping shapes characterize this family of upholstered pieces. Julep is influenced by the 1950s Avant-Garde movement, drawing upon its simplicity and grandeur, refined by a contemporary, romantic, feminine allure. Star of the series is the sofa, whose generous rounded lines provided evolutionary DNA for the entire collection – including an armchair, a chaise-longue and an ottoman – in an interplay of proportions and shapes that gave rise, little by little, to all the other versions. Fully upholstered, the seats look ample and full, yet convey a sense of lightness, thanks to the recessed base that invisibly lifts them off the floor. Designed...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Heywood Wakefield, Sofa, Oak, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Heywood Wakefield, Sofa, Oak, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Heywood Wakefield, Sofa, Oak, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1950s

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in High Point, NC

A red fabric, rattan and oak sofa with painted bamboo details produced Heywood Wakefield, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.25"H x 75.0"W x 29.5"D Seat Height (inches)...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Oak

Modernist Sculpted Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Modernist Sculpted Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

Modernist Sculpted Walnut Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Buffalo, NY

The aptly named Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa is bold in its design, so clearly translating the character of a Venetian gondola to create a unique silhouette in a sophisticated living...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair, Mid-Century Pine Armchairs, Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1970
Pair, Mid-Century Pine Armchairs, Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1970

Pair, Mid-Century Pine Armchairs, Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1970

By Sven Larsson, Yngve Ekström, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Mid-century pine armchairs, Yngve Ekström, Sweden, 1970 Mid-century brutalist solid pine lounge chair with new upholstery in it's original brown corduroy. Elegant design and great ...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Suelo Slatted Outdoor Sectional
Suelo Slatted Outdoor Sectional

Suelo Slatted Outdoor Sectional

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

This Suelo® Slatted Outdoor Sectional - 4522 is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sectional's silhouette is simple, modern, ...

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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra
Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra

Corbeille Leather Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra

By Francesco Binfaré, Edra

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A post modern "Corbeille" Sofa by Francesco Binfare for Edra. Eight leather cushions are are held in place by an accordion style tubular metal frame. Original leather upholstery. Sou...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Baker Scalloped Back Sofa
Baker Scalloped Back Sofa

Baker Scalloped Back Sofa

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Baker Scalloped Back Sofa This sofa measures: 81.25 wide x 36 deep x 33.5 inches high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height of 24 inches We take o...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair

Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair

By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lucija, SI

A pair of 'Amanta' leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and in great demand, w...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass, Foam

Fine Antique English Style Sofa
Fine Antique English Style Sofa

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

De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s

De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, crafted in the 1970s. This sofa is a sturdy and comfortable ...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Gorgeous Sofa
Gorgeous Sofa

Gorgeous Sofa

$3,245Sale Price|40% Off

Gorgeous Sofa

Located in Munich, DE

A cosy organic design i never saw before. Very low and comfortable seating.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Spectacular Curved Harvey Probber Even Arm Sofa Chartreus Mid-century Modern
Spectacular Curved Harvey Probber Even Arm Sofa Chartreus Mid-century Modern

Spectacular Curved Harvey Probber Even Arm Sofa Chartreus Mid-century Modern

By Harvey Probber

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Spectacular Harvey Probber curved front even arm sofa. The original chartreus velvet fabric still looks great-looks like it was barely used. We love the super deep even arms with a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage English Tufted Distressed Cognac Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Pair
Vintage English Tufted Distressed Cognac Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Pair

Vintage English Tufted Distressed Cognac Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage English Tufted Hand Dyed Distressed Cognac Leather Chesterfield Sofa - Pair  This exceptional pair of vintage English Chesterfield sofas embodies timeless elegance and class...

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Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa

The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa

Located in Jesteburg, DE

Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...

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2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Vintage Italian Sofa by Giancarlo Pozzo, Walnut & Ivory Bouclé, 1951
Vintage Italian Sofa by Giancarlo Pozzo, Walnut & Ivory Bouclé, 1951

Vintage Italian Sofa by Giancarlo Pozzo, Walnut & Ivory Bouclé, 1951

Located in New York, NY

One-of-a-Kind Commissioned Four-Seat Vintage Sofa by Giancarlo Pozzo — Italy, 1951. This exceptional, one-of-a-kind four-seat sofa was designed in 1951 by architect Giancarlo Pozzo f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Robert Venturi "Grandma" Sofa for Knoll, 1980s
Robert Venturi "Grandma" Sofa for Knoll, 1980s

Robert Venturi "Grandma" Sofa for Knoll, 1980s

By Knoll, Robert Venturi

Located in Coronado, CA

Robert Venturi "Grandma" sofa designed for Knoll in the 1980s. This wonderful example has been fully restored, reupholstered in a luxurious pumpkin orange mohair with two heavy duty ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Sofa in Beech and Fabric by Arne Vodder, 1950s
Sofa in Beech and Fabric by Arne Vodder, 1950s

Sofa in Beech and Fabric by Arne Vodder, 1950s

By Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The sofa model FD-161, designed by Arne Vodder and produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark in the 1950s, exemplifies key elements of Scandinavian modern design through its use...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Wool, Teak

McGuire C-1 Rattan Three Seat Sofa
McGuire C-1 Rattan Three Seat Sofa

McGuire C-1 Rattan Three Seat Sofa

By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire

Located in Highland, IN

This important early design by Elinor McGuire dates from the 1950s. It's from their "Style 1" series, and was offered as this model B-1 loveseat, as a single lounge chair, and also a three seat sofa...

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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Rattan

Empire Sofa, America circa 1880
Empire Sofa, America circa 1880

Empire Sofa, America circa 1880

Located in Culver City, CA

America, 1880 Mahogany and veneer with inlay of two birds on a branch. Rolled arms with carved plumes and inlaid rosettes, straight seat rail, rolled and carved legs. Newly upholster...

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1880s Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Arflex Cousy Three-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather by Vincent Van Duysen
Arflex Cousy Three-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather by Vincent Van Duysen

Arflex Cousy Three-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather by Vincent Van Duysen

By Vincent Van Duysen, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A sofa with a minimalist and rigorous structure, for a comfortable and, at the same time, decorative effect. Additional information: Materials: Upholstered seat with Beech Wood F...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Augustin 3-piece Sectional Sofa, France, 2016.
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Augustin 3-piece Sectional Sofa, France, 2016.

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Augustin 3-piece Sectional Sofa, France, 2016.

By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Augustin Sectional Sofa, Cream, France, 2016. (Left-arm facing sectional sofa) Iconic design from the master of Modern Minimalism Christian Liaigre (1943-2020). Christian Liaigre was born in the Vendée region of France where he grew up on his parent’s farm. Christian’s parents bred horses, a detail that has had a substantial influence in his work which has been described as having “strong equestrian flavor.” As a young man he attended the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he studied painting. By the early 60’s he returned to Vendée where he worked on his parent’s farm – perhaps re-opening his eyes to the beauty of country living. In the early 1970’s, Liaigre returned to Paris where he worked as a design director at Nobilis Fontan. Eventually, he left Nobilis, as they wouldn’t allow him to show his own furniture. The joke was on them when he opened his own Parisian design studio in the late 80’s. In 1985, he opened his first store, and he designed the Hôtel Montalembert in 1990. In 1997, he designed The Mercer Hotel in New York City. His clients included Larry Gagosian, Marina Abramović, Bryan Adams...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century
Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century

Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous pair of Vladimir Kagan cloud serpentine sofas made by Directional. These pair retain their original periwinkle blue ultra-suede fabric in nice vintage condition-some wear sp...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and floral printed beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s. Lower left side post, right center post, and right corner arm rest wicker fraying. ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Contemporary Gulman Sofa with Sleek Curved Silhouette And Brushed Brass Base
Contemporary Gulman Sofa with Sleek Curved Silhouette And Brushed Brass Base

Contemporary Gulman Sofa with Sleek Curved Silhouette And Brushed Brass Base

Located in Freamunde, PT

Gulman sofa the ultimate expression of luxury and comfort, designed to make a bold yet inviting statement in any living space. With its sculptural lines, plush upholstery, and elegan...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa

1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa

Located in New York, NY

1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including the two ottomans). Original upholstery. 2 Ottomans:...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Beice 3-Seat Sofa with Yellow Patterned Fabric
Beice 3-Seat Sofa with Yellow Patterned Fabric

Beice 3-Seat Sofa with Yellow Patterned Fabric

By Merve Kahraman

Located in Istanbul, TR

Beice is a 3-seat sofa designed to mimic the feeling of sitting on cotton candy clouds. The combination of its yellow patterned fabric, arc shaped back rests, round edges and sphere ...

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Sofas

Materials

Wood

Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio
Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio

Jim Sofa by Proisy Studio

By Proisy Studio

Located in Paris, FR

Jim Sofa XL Size By Proisy Studio. Numbered Edition. The Jim sofa stands as the centerpiece of Proisy Studio’s Modern Cowboy collection, a sculptural oversized curved sofa, 3 to 5-...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Three-Cushion Sofa with Wood Base, Custom
Mid-Century Modern Three-Cushion Sofa with Wood Base, Custom

Mid-Century Modern Three-Cushion Sofa with Wood Base, Custom

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This mid-century modern inspired sofa features a clean, transitional silhouette with sleek track arms and three loose seat cushions. The example shown is upholstered in velvet and si...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Maple

De Sede DS-167 Sofa
De Sede DS-167 Sofa

De Sede DS-167 Sofa

$9,900Sale Price|34% Off

De Sede DS-167 Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Boston, MA

DS-167/19 2-seater sofa left Innovative seating island with a sliding backrest and a delicate design. Finishes: As shown in Perla (cream) color leather with matte black metal feet....

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2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Freestyle Pink Fabric Platform Sofa by Mantellassi 1926
Freestyle Pink Fabric Platform Sofa by Mantellassi 1926

Freestyle Pink Fabric Platform Sofa by Mantellassi 1926

By Mantellassi 1926

Located in Milan, IT

This platform sofa redefines versatility with a spacious seat and movable backrests for personalized comfort. Upholstered in soft, stain-resistant fabric, it features plush polyureth...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Modern White Primal Sofa by Egg Designs
Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Modern White Primal Sofa by Egg Designs

Mongolian Sheepskin, Solid Cast Brass, Modern White Primal Sofa by Egg Designs

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

Enter the realm of timeless sophistication with the Primal sofa a pinnacle of Egg's design ethos and a beacon of style in any Minimalist, Modern, or Mid-century modern interior. Bol...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mario Bellini, ‘Bambole’ Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s
Mario Bellini, ‘Bambole’ Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s

Mario Bellini, ‘Bambole’ Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

An early production of Bellini’s Bambole series, this sofa is finished in its original cream linen. Its softness and structure come from within, using internal foam to eliminate the ...

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1970s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Linen

1960s, Danish curved 2-seater sofa, red/beige furniture wool fabric.
1960s, Danish curved 2-seater sofa, red/beige furniture wool fabric.

1960s, Danish curved 2-seater sofa, red/beige furniture wool fabric.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish curved 2-seater sofa. Original red and beige furniture wool fabric, brass springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

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

Sophie sofa by am designs
Sophie sofa by am designs

Sophie sofa by am designs

By am designs

Located in Antwerpen, BE

The Sophie Sofa by am designs blends relaxed elegance with versatile functionality. Handmade in Belgium with a solid wooden frame, it features a durable construction and plush seat a...

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2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Hemp

Danish Three Seat Sofa in Red Brown Leather
Danish Three Seat Sofa in Red Brown Leather

Danish Three Seat Sofa in Red Brown Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s This classic sofa of Danish origin features modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear construction of the design. A nice detail...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Outdoor Sunbrella Cream & Marbled Rust Sofa
Outdoor Sunbrella Cream & Marbled Rust Sofa

Outdoor Sunbrella Cream & Marbled Rust Sofa

By Stephen Kenn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Outdoor Collection Sofa was designed to be as comfortable as it is modern and durable. It can be used on its own or paired with other elements of the Outdoor Collection to create...

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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Tacchini Solar Sofa by Faye Toogood in STOCK
Tacchini Solar Sofa by Faye Toogood in STOCK

Tacchini Solar Sofa by Faye Toogood in STOCK

By Faye Toogood

Located in New York, NY

FABRIC ZURAH/03 - INTERNATIONAL - CAT.Z Calm and sophisticated manifesto of contemporary style, Solar sits at the heart of Toogood’s Cosmic collection. An upholstered sofa that at f...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Midcentury Sofa from Two Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Midcentury Sofa from Two Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

Midcentury Sofa from Two Chairs, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very comfortable - Rare type - Can be upholstered (customer request).

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Custom Designed Daybed with Flora Inspired Base in Solid Bronze
Custom Designed Daybed with Flora Inspired Base in Solid Bronze

Custom Designed Daybed with Flora Inspired Base in Solid Bronze

By Cain Modern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Not exactly flirtatious, certainly not sweet the Flora daybed guarantees sensuous drama. Exquisite flora inspired details adorn this highly seductive piece. A delicate branch-li...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Bronze

Beige Leather Togo Set, 3-Seat & Ottoman 1970s by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Beige Leather Togo Set, 3-Seat & Ottoman 1970s by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Beige Leather Togo Set, 3-Seat & Ottoman 1970s by Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Gaetano Pesce, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Created by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset, the Togo is one of the most versatile icons of Mid-Century Organic Modern design. Extremely lightweight, it is designed to be shift...

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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American 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.