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Sofas For Sale
Arne Norell Sofa model Kontiki, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Cushions newly lubricated with leather conditioner. Very ...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather

Contemporary Distressed Leather Sofa
Located in New York, NY
9 feet contemporary distressed brown leather sofa with Cerused oak feet.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Oak

Mario Bellini two sofas Model "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of fabric sofas, from the Le Bambole series, designed by Mario Bellini in 1972, Italian production, bearing the B&B brand. The 1970s marked a period of significant cultural and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

American Mahogany Classical Swan Sofa, Philadelphia, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany classical upholstered sofa with swans head arm rest, carved corner cornucopia, and terminating on ebonized lions paw feet....
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18th Century and Earlier American American Classical Antique Sofas

Stunning XXL Mah Jong 'Missoni Home' fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice XL Mah Jong modular sofa in the Missoni Home fabric with 4 corners! 30 pieces! Designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France. Designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971, the Mah Jo...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Art Deco Danish Oak and Mohair Sofa Couch Circa 1940 Art Deco Couch
Located in Rochester, NY
An absolutely stunning example of 1940s glamour with this Art Deco sofa couch from Denmark.
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas

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Mohair, Oak

De Pas, D’Urbino & Lomazzi for Zanotta 'Settebello' Sectional Sofa Green Brown
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gionathan de Pas, Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi for Zanotta, 'settebello' modular sofa, fabric, polyure...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Cherry-red furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by D...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Ash

Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style MCM Upholstered Sofa Loveseat
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style Mid Century Upholstered Sofa Loveseat This loveseat measures: 69 wide x 40 deep x 32 high, with a seat...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede with Leather Piping
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1950s Indian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Suede, Teak

Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare two seater sofa was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen and produced by the master cabinet maker Gustav Bertelsen in the early 1950s. The sofa has been newly upholstered in an ivory white wool bouclé fabric with a buttoned back detail. The club shaped legs...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

Arts & Crafts JM Young Mission Oak Slat-Back Settle with Cushion, C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Arts & Crafts JM Young Mission Oak Slat-Back Settle with Cushion, C1910 Measures - 33.5"h x 81...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sofas

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Upholstery, Oak

High Quality American-Made Brown Leather Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous supple and beautifully made leather chesterfield sofa with gorgeous mocha brown leather and brass nailhead trim. The chesterfield is in very good original conditio...
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Early 2000s American Georgian Sofas

Materials

Leather

COR Model Corbi Modular Sofa by Klaus Uredat 2x limegreen Lounge Chair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a rare and stunning Modular sectional sofa /Lounge Chair designed by Klaus Uredat in 1969 for german manufacturer COR. It is a pure 70ties design. It consist 2 seating module...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Mid Century Danish Modern 1970's PIt Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Sofa Offered is a mid-century modern sofa. The sofa screams 1970, low and long. Featuring a low back that carries around to the arms this sofa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Chrome

1990s Nicoletti Salotti Post-Modern & Sleek Fine Tan Leather Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This Stylish leather sofa is packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. A superb and classy sofa designed and manufactured by Nicoletti of Italy. This sofa ...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Bamboo Sofa, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century bamboo sofa, 1960s Intact and in good condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bamboo

Fabricius & Kastholm Small Lounge Sofa FK 6720 Steel Leather Kill International
Located in Vienna, AT
Lounge sofa model FK6720, designed by Fabricius & Kastholm for Kill International in 1968 A beautiful mod. 6720 mid-century small sofa or loveseat in pristine...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Stellar Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Stellar sofa by Egg Designs Dimensions: 190 L X 95 D X 80 H Materials: walnut timber, ceramic, fabric upholstery. Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry...
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2010s South African Modern Sofas

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Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut

Early Production George Nelson / Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame Sofa
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Production George Nelson / Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame Sofa,, Professionally reupholstered. Stunning gray wool fabric. Retains origi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

DS-76 Sofa / Bed by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-76 Sofa / Bed by De Sede Dimensions: D 66 x W 188 x H 53 cm, with bed extension W 225 Materials: Belted spring suspension on seat frame made of solid beec...
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2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Michel Ducaroy “Togo” Modular Sofa for Ligne Roset, Burgundy, 1973, Set of 4
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Michel Ducaroy “Togo” modular sofa for Ligne Roset, burgundy leather and foam, France, 1973, set of four. Togo, by Ligne Roset, is a historic armchair, designed in 1973 by Michel Du...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Set of Two Dusty Rose Pink Vladmir Kagan Style Cloud Sofas
Located in Dallas, TX
For your consideration are two serpentine cloud sofas designed by the legendary Vladimir Kagan. 1950s-era Serpentine sofa, perhaps the best known of all his creations inspired an entire genre of entertaining: Sexy with its curvaceous S-shape, armless contour begs to float in a room, grabbing the center of attention. These bold, organic inspired one left-arm and one right-arm chaise lounges highlight the gorgeous flowing lines more sculptural making it functional art. Each featuring a flowing freeform distinguished by its sweeping arm that swirls around the entire silhouette, the stylish asymmetrical look lends an even more eye-catching appeal with a refreshingly modern aftertaste. There is a refined elegance of proportion to these pieces. Super comfortable sink back, relax and let your mind drift away. Professionally re-upholstered in a dusty rose pink velvet...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Pair of Tobia Scarpa Coronado Leather Sofas for B&B Italia, 1975
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 'Coronado' two seat sofas in beautiful cognac leather, designed by Tobia Scarpa and manufactured by the Italian firm, B&B Italia, circa 1975. The seating are made with a then revolutionary kind of molded polyurethane foam for excellent support and comfort. The 'Coronado', was the first ever seating to be built using this new technique: the foam molds were assembled around an iron frame, resulting in a sturdy yet extremely comfortable product. The present pair consists of the two seater sofas offered in their original cognac leather upholstery preserved in excellent condition. Labels affixed on both pieces read 'Coronado' designed by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. Afra and Tobia Scarpa designs were characterized by simplicity and elegance, accompanied with modern and refined aesthetics. During the 1960's, the couple designed the Bastiano sofa and the Vanessa bed...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Band Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this vintage mid-century modern chrome band sofa, a perfect blend of style and sophistication. Featuring clean lines and a low-profile design, this sofa is...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Curved Sofa
By Eastern Edition, Teo Yang
Located in 강남구, KR
The curved sofa has a comfortable yet sculptural presence through its elegant curves, bringing a sense of softness to any space. Both the sofa and the pil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Korean Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Mohair, Wood

Jacques Adnet Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Jacques Adnet sofa restored with mohair upholstery and leather piping.
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1930s French Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, X-Leg, Chandigarh, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Upholstered Sofa, X-Leg, White Linen, India, 1960s Rare sofa comprised of a slightly tilted backrest, seat, and armrests sitting on a do...
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Linen, Teak

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Daybed
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 generation workshop in Belg...
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2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Le Bambole sofa in black leather by Mario Bellini for B & B Italia
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning ‘Le Bambole’ sofa in new black leather.Designed by Mario Bellini for B & B Italia. Le Bambole series won the Compasso d'Oro award in 1979. It is an iconic piece of Italia...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Plana II, Lounge Chases by Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
About Plana II - A lounge chassis designed and crafted by Raka Studio, is a part of the new collection, in which the studio has integrated a plain wooden surface. In this case, th...
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2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Bentwood

Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa model Erasmo covered in petrol blue. The couch is composed of two modules with armrests, w...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

"Le Bambole" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in red fabric, model: Le Bambole by Mario Bellini. Seat height: 42 cm. Stamped B&B Italia and with all original documents. Very good condition. Wear due to time and age. For shi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric

Superb Studio Craft Teak Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed or Twin Bed Frame
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Custom Studio Craft Handmade midcentury Solid teak sofa or daybed or twin bed frame in teak wood with slatted frame backrest. No Cushions and no side arms or back rest cushions. Use ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Teak

Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen sofa 2 persons model 2212. It's upholstered with the original dark mocha colored leather, almost black. The legs are made of solid teak with oil treatm...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak

Cini Boeri for Knoll 'Brigadiere' Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, armchairs, model 'Brigadiere', leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1976. Architectural 'Brigadiere' living room set designed by Italian designer Cini Boeri for Kn...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Wood

English Thomas Lloyd Cigar Leather Wingback Chesterfield Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous English wingback chesterfield settee sofa featuring a cigar leather tufted upholstery hand-crafted in England by Thomas Lloyd from a hard frame covered with fine Italian ful...
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20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Brass

Restored Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Square Pretzel 3 Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Art Deco six-strand rattan square pretzel arm, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous six-strand square pretzel side arms and a stacked ra...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

19th Century Russian Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Russian Neoclassical flame mahogany sofa Russia, 19th Century A fine example of 19th Century Russian Neoclassical furniture...
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Mid-19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Sofas

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Customizable Artifort 691 Sofa Design by Artifort Design Group
Located in New York, NY
If you want to see what makes the 691 series unique, just look at it from behind. The steel tube that runs over the back from arm to arm lends the otherwise sober 691 a contrastingly...
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2010s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Textile, Faux Leather

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1970, set of six. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs,...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Baxter Brown and Dappled pony skin Leather Sofa with Pillows, Italy, 1990s
Located in IT
1990s Italian dappled pony skin leather sofa and pillows by Baxter. The sofa comes with a set of pillows squared and tubular shaped. They all are upholstered with pony skin leather b...
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1990s European Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fur

Casa Sofa in Ochre (250cm) by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The Casa sofa is outfitted with large, flat armrests, golden oak feet, and yellow ochre mohair-velvet upholstery (LG.FB-20) for maximum comfort. Made with an oak structure, high-dens...
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2010s French Art Deco Sofas

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Mohair, Velvet, Lacquer

Mid-Century American Sectional Corner Sofa in Finely Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular corner sofa, fabric, beech, brass, United States, 1960s This sectional corner sofa is a typical midcentury design of the United States designed in the tradition of Harvey Pr...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

DOOQ Sofa Settee with Soft Terracotta Velvet and Silk Fringes La Folie 180cm
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With voluptuous curves and perfect poise, La Folie exalts passion and fantasy as if you were in a burlesque show at Moulin Rouge. Let yourself be drawn by this flirtatious feeling of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Silk, Velvet

Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.” Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules have been reupholstered recently in premium bouclé fabric. Dimensions: Big segment: 37.40 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back) 95 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back) Small segment: 25.59 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back) 65 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back) Literature: Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341. About the designer: Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina. He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design. His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
cognac leather Le Bambole-seater Sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1978. Price per sofa, second matching sofa available. The Bambole series today is a true icon amo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

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 generation workshop in Belgium....
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2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

'Soriana' 4-Seater Sofa - Tobia & Afra Scarpa
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A 'Soriana' 4-seater sofa, designed in 1969 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and manufactured by Cassina, Italy. The metal structure holds the foam corpus in a tight grip, so no internal suppo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Elegant English Rolled Arm Sofa in a Bold Striped Tone-on-Tone Fabric
Located in Bronx, NY
The loose seat, tight back sofa offers excellent comfort and look at the same time.
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1960s English Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Walnut and Rose Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, walnut, leatherette, United States, 1960s Beautiful sofa created by the American designer Adrien Pearsall. The sofa has a uniqu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Walnut, Faux Leather

Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofa, fabric and chrome plated metal, Switzerland, design 1954. This comfortable three-seat sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins
Located in London, GB
Philip Webb for Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. The firm became Morris & Co in 1875. A rare Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee. Professionally re-upholstered in period-style fabric....
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1860s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Sofas

Materials

Beech

Armchair in Smooth Black Leather and Laser-Cut Steel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bulging over its edges, this contemporary single sofa seat by Klein Agency screams comfort. Puffy cushions hug the laser cut steel frame, crea...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Cut Steel

Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
You won't find a nicer original version of this Adrian Pearsall Brutalist loveseat sofa anywhere. That's right, this magnificent pink wool fabric was hand picked by the original own...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Sofas

Materials

Resin, Wood, Fabric, Upholstery

Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Vintage French Country Carved Curved Wood Sofa with Custom Versace Velvet Fabric
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Vintage French Country Louis XV Style carved wood sofa with custom Versace velvet fabric. The fabulous Giovanni Versace velvet fabric is stunning in person and is in great vintage co...
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1920s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, 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.

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