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Sofas For Sale
Aether Curve Sofa
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Redefine elegance with the Aether Curve Sofa - a seamless fusion of organic artistry and modern sophistication. Inspired by the fluid forms of nature, this masterpiece features a scu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
$49,502
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Living Room Set
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' living room set, four-seat sofa, three-seat sofa, two two-seat sofas, cabinets, polyester lacquer and red leather, Italy, 1964.
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Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Polyester
Venetian Fantasy Carved and Painted Sofa
Located in Rochester, NY
Exotic Venetian sofa. Lavishly carved and painted Venetian sofa. 19th century. Dramatic design. Please, contact us for shipping options.
Presented Joseph Dasta...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 31.75” H x 54.5” W x 30.5” D
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Tatlin Sofa by Mario Cananzi and Roberto Semprini, Italy c1988
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In 1988, Mario Cananzi and Roberto Semprini brought the Tatlin Sofa project to life for Edra, creating an authentic design masterpiece.
Height: 52.76 in (134 cm)Width: 82.68 in (21...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
"Soriana" Sofa in Green Velvet by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1969
Located in Utrecht, NL
The iconic “Soriana” three-seater sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969. Besides its innovative manufacturing, visually, Soriana brings sophist...
Category
1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
19th century Swedish carved birch sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century swedish carved birch sofa circa 1880.
Elegant Swedish formal sofa which seats a comfortable 3. Straight back with shaped birch border. Roll top arms with carved acant...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Two-Seat Sofa by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched by Cassina in 1965. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Fauteuil Grand Confort, petit modèle Ar...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
George Nelson Sofa Combination for Herman Miller, USA 1960
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This fantastic sofa, designed by George Nelson, is an iconic piece of Mid-Century Modern design. Manufactured by Herman Miller in the USA around 1960.
The sofa has a two-seater seat...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Gae Aulenti, Kuka, Daybed, Zanotta, 1970s
By Zanotta, Gae Aulenti
Located in Paris, FR
Gae Aulenti
Kuka
A very rare square daybed covered with a light grey fabric.
The removable head rest behind two rectangular cushions, the seat with two ...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Federico Munari Curved Sofa in Original Floral Upholstery with Brass Feet, Italy
Located in Almelo, NL
Federico Munari Curved Sofa in Original Floral Upholstery with Brass Feet, Italy, 1950s
Immerse yourself in the elegance of mid-century de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Carl Malmsten Vintage Samspel Sofa in Mohair Velvet 1950s
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa, 1956
Malmsten's iconic curved sofa was designed in 1956 and produced by Swedish cabinetmakers AB Record in Bollnas. It is considered one the finest exa...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
1980 Three-Seater Leather Sofa, Ton Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Produced by Ton, Czechoslovakia in late 1980s.
The frame is made from beech bentwood.
Leather, with signs of use
Category
1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Large two-seats pink sofa, made in France, 1980s
Located in Lyon, FR
2-seats sofa made in France in the 1980s, fully reupholstered in a beautifully textured rose-toned fabric, offering both warmth and visual softness.
Its generous curves and plush se...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
19th Century Anglo Indian carved sofa
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality 19th Century Anglo Indian carved sofa, the shaped back profusely carved with various foliage, the frame connecting down to the high...
Category
1860s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Sofas
Materials
Teak
Pair of Jorge Zalzupin Cubo Sofas for L’Atelier Brazil - Brazil, 1970.
Located in London, GB
This 1970s Cubo sofa takes a cuboid form and scoops out its core. It was designed by Jorge Zalszupin, a Polish architect who moved to Brazil, having been inspired by the works of Bra...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK13' Swing Sofa in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
Located in Glendale, CA
Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK13' Swing Sofa in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to beau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Teak
Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Rolled Arm Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Classical Carved Mahogany Paw Foot Rolled Arm Sofa. Item features carved paw feet with cornucopia carvings, spiral carved top rail, great antique sofa to reup...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
De Sede 'Pagoda' DS-19 Sofas in Dark Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sofas, model 'Pagoda' DS-19, leather, Switzerland, 1973-1979
This high-quality modular sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains two regular element and four corner el...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Morpho X Sofa
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Inspired by nature’s fluid forms, the Morpho X Sofa blurs the boundary between art and design. Its organic curves, reminiscent of soft waves and biomorphic contours, create a dynamic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin
$49,502
Customizable Artifort 905 Comfort Sofa by Artifort Design Group
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The name says it all. The 905 comfort is superbly comfortable. This model differs from the 905 designed in 1964 through its raised back cushions. The 905 comfort is ideal for the hom...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Pair of Rare Model #4907 Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Circa 1950's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your living space with this exceptional pair of sofas attributed to iconic mid-century designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Crafted in the 1950s, these sofas embody ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Stellar Pair Milo Baughman Yellow Leather Parsons Sofas Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stellar pair of Milo Baughman yellow leather parsons sofas. This pair is in remarkable vintage condition with only light signs of age. The magnificent yellow leather has embroidered blue lines creating a plaid effect-just gorgeous! If you looking for something bold and ready to slip into your swanky...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
$9,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1850.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Biedermeier sofa, Northern Europe, ca. 1850.
Very good condition, after professional renovation, finished in high gloss polish, new upholstery.
Wood: mahogany
Dimensions: height 8...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Fabric
Thick Channeled Biege Velvet Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 108”W x 37”D x 37”H
Inside: 92”W x 23”D x 20”H
Seat Height: 17"
Price As Shown: $6,480 each
COM Price: $ each
Customization may change the price.
How We Work:
Made to orde...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Foam, Maple
$6,480 / item
Mid-Century Modern Fringes Marget Emboired Velvet Handmade in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Ann-Margret is a 60s captivating actress, singer and dancer who started her career with a fresh and independent spirit, always recognized by her flaring beauty and sexiness. The Marg...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Brass
$8,200 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A mid-century italian designer sofa from the 1950’s. Upholstered in a maroon red velvet with an interesting angular design and splayed patinat...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Restored Paul Frankl Style 6 strand Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl-style rattan living room set includes a matching three-seat sectional sofa and a pair of lounge chairs. Both feature the famous six-strand square pretzel side arms and st...
Category
1950s Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$9,900 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Black Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
A vintage style classic English Chesterfield leather upholstered sofa, with top-grain leather. With a tufted backrest and rollover arms, and two padded cushions raised on turned maho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$7,878 / item
Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Curved 'Zoe' Sofa
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Embrace the epitome of iconic design with this stunning vintage Mid Century "Zoe" Sofa, an homage to the legendary Vladimir Kagan's signature aesthetics. Designed by Kagan for Americ...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede
$6,500 Sale Price
35% Off
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Grey Velvet & Fiber by Jorge Zalszupin, 1973, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available now, the VIP sofa was conceived to attend Brazil’s growing market of office furniture in the seventies decade. The sofa fits two comfortably and consists of a fiberglass structure with smooth gray velvet.
Not only beautiful and well designed, this piece is also known for its comfort. The base has been refinished and the sofa has been re-upholstered in silky velvet.
This futuristic looking sofa effortlessly flexes into any Mid-Century Modern, modern, Danish modern or contemporary environment. This sofa is currently displayed in the gallery with two Ax chairs from Peter Hvidt and looks spectacular. The last two images are vintage publications showcasing the piece
Dimensions: H27.6, W63, D33.5 (in) H70, W160, D85 (in)
About Jorge Zalszupin a native of Warsaw, Poland, studied architecture at Bucharest’s Ecole des Beaux Arts. While working as an architect in Paris, he found inspiration in articles about Brazilians Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx and immigrated to Brazil.
His work as an architect created a demand for decoration and furniture proposals that suited the style of his projects and, for many years, Zalszupin designed and executed them for his clients. The demand was as great as the desire to grow and expand his business, and he then decided to found Atelier Móveis...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fiberglass, Velvet
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren Sofa in Red Patinated Leather and Mahogany
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iverseren, sofa, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1950s/1960s
Beautiful sofa in an outstanding natural color designed by Ole Wanscher during the mid-century period....
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Elegant Newly Upholstered 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa
By Biedermeier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely and rare antique Biedermeier carved sofa having top grade walnut burled bookmarked veneers. It features wonderful rounded motifs on the arm and gently curving feet, and wonder...
Category
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Burl
Weiman Midcentury Sculptural Curved Sofa
By Weiman
Located in Countryside, IL
Weiman midcentury sculptural curved sofa
This sofa measures: 93 wide x 43 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and an arm height of 28 in...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio Line 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s
This exuberant buildable sofa is designed by Burkhard Vogtherr. A very ...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Case #1 Customizable Modern Sofa
Located in Studio City, CA
Sleek and stylized the case #1 sofa is streamlined and comfortable. Upholstered in a high-end durable pewter colored velvet.
The sofa can be customized to your liking with plenty ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$3,450 / item
Null, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved stained pine and white fabric sofa produced by Null Manufacturing, Maiden, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s.
Seat Height: 19"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered u...
Category
1970s American Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Curved Danish Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Sofa by Johannes Andersen, Walnut
Located in Manhasset, NY
Curved Danish Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Sofa by Johannes Andersen, Walnut
Johannes Andersen for Trensum Møbelfabrik Curved Danish Modern Sofa in Walnut and Fabric
Curvaceou...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950s, 3-seater sofa, green furniture blend wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, 3-seater sofa. Green furniture blend wool, beech wood, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 15 years ago. Very good condition: no smells, no st...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Midcentury French Two Seat Curved Sofa
Located in Kent, Dover
A French Mid-Century, curved two-seat sofa of comfortable design, with carved cherrywood legs with a brass design.
Category
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
3 Seater Chiclet Sofa with Side Tables
By Ray Wilkes
Located in Seattle, WA
3 seater chiclet sofa with black leather-top side tables, designed by Ray Wilkes for Herman Miller, circa 1970s. Sofa is in original blue & black wool fa...
Category
1970s North American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool
$4,766 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Contemporary Post Modern Black Velvet Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Contemporary Post Modern Black Velvet Sofa
If interested, please inquire about matching loveseat.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
McGuire bamboo and Lucite Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
McGuire Bamboo and lucite Sofa.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Lucite
English Chippendale Mahogany Needlepoint Sofa, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany sofa with serpentine back, flanking scrolled arms, floral needlepoint upholstery, and terminating on car...
Category
1780s English Chippendale Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Le Bambole two-seater Sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
The Bambole series today is an icon of 1970s design furniture and won Mario Bellini the "Compasso d'Oro" award i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Unusual Adrian Pearsall Boomerang Walnut Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Adrian Pearsall boomerang sofa with 2 attached tables. Yes, this sofa will need to be reupholstered but who wants 60-year-old fabric anyway? Let your imagination run wild wit...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$11,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Original De Sede Ecksofa DS 11 Midcentury Leder Patchwork
By De Sede
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Ecksofa (Modell: DS 11) von de Sede zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa wurde aus hochwertigem Leder im berühmten Patchworkstil gefertigt. Es besteht insgesamt aus ...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Cognac Leather 2-Seater Sofa by MarCo Milisich for Baxter, Italy, 1970
By Baxter
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the exquisite cognac leather 2-seater sofa 1970 by Marco Milisich for Baxter Arcon - a true masterpiece of mid-century design. Th...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972.
The set features seven modules with backrest (four big modules and three small ones) and one armres...
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Foam
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Biscuit Tufted Gondola Sofa 1960
Reupholstered in Great Plains Lionheart by HOLLY HUNT – a plush, fur-like chenille made from 100% solution-dyed ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Svend Åge Eriksen for Glostrup Møbelfabrik Three-Seat Sofa in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Svend Åge Eriksen for Glostrup Møbelfabrik, sofa, teak, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Timeless and elegant three-seat sofa created by Danish designer Svend Åge Eriksen in the 1960s. This e...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pair of Mohair and Silk Striped Sofa's
Located in Spencertown, NY
The upholstery with studs, gimp and fringe, with velvet back and sides.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Silk
$20,000 / set
Small 2 Seater Caesar Sofa Lacquer Italy 1950s Restored Green Velvet
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Delightful and original two-seater from the 1950s totally restored in green velvet fabric , wooden feet. Caesar Lacquer design
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Mid Century Danish Modern Folke Ohlsson Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear.
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Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage Curved 2-Piece Tapestry Sectional Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a stunning, never before seen, curved 2-piece mid century sectional. We adore the original tapestry fabric. This Sofa is so unique, we have never seen another and our searc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Roche Bobois Three Seater Vintage Sofa in Light Brown Leather 1980s
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Roche Bobois three-seater sofa upholstered in rich brown leather, exuding a vintage charm with a touch of modern elegance. The sofa features generously sized, plush seat cu...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Gerard van den Berg Natural Leather High Back Sofa for Montis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High back natural leather sofa by Gerard van Den Berg for Montis. Beautifully worn leather with 3 matching back pillows that fasten to g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Gold and Brown Velvet Sofa
By Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Sleek tight back sofa with sinuous curves. Silky tiger eye velvet covers a solid maple frame with a firm seat made with 8-way hand tied springs. Tapered legs are made in wenge with b...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple
$17,370 / item
Sofa, Couch, Mid Century Modern-Style, Custom, Upholstery, Hardwood, Semigood
Located in Issaquah, WA
Deep-seated sofa available in the upholstery of your choice. This couch has solid maple frame construction with tenons to prevent squeaking. Hand coiled individual springs, and the f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Stylish red spacious English 2.5-seater cowhide leather chesterfield sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This very beautiful, spacious 2.5-seater cowhide leather chesterfield sofa has a striking character and a timeless appearance. It is a fantastic addition for true chesterfield furnit...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Cowhide
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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