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Sofas For Sale
Howard Furniture, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brown fabric sofa produced by Howard Furniture, Starkville, Mississippi, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 26.3” H x 84.25” W x 30.5” D Seat height: 14.5”
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Fabric sofa bed Anfibio by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Fabric sofa bed Anfibio by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni, 1970s Sofa bed model Anfibio with padded seat and backrest upholstered in fabric. The front features decorat...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Walter Knoll für Knoll „Stella“ Sleeper Loveseat, 1950er Jahre
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The sofa can be transformed into a day bed with a lying surface of 200 cm x 80 cm by simply pushing the backrest backwards. Original woollen fabric in very good condition. Very goo...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Danish Sofa by Domino Mobler Denmark in the style of H.P. Hansen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted Danish sofa in a medium beige diagonal patterned corduroy styled soft chenille fabric . The piece sits on a solid teak wood frame and legs making for a sturdy and...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Francesco Beghetto Floating Sofa Fully Upholstered In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is defined by its soft, sinuous lines and a unique construction. A tubular structure, supported by straps, is fully upholstered in fabric, eliminating the need for traditio...
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2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Daybed or Sofa
Located in Trenton, NJ
This walnut-framed mid-century modern sofa/daybed invites both stylish seating and spontaneous repose. The combination of minimalist lines, textural upholstery, and warm wood grain p...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sofa Model "Euroform", Maija Ruoslahti, Sopenkorpi, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Armchair Model "Euroform", designed by Maija Ruoslahti, manufactured by Sopenkorpi, Finland, 1960s. Gorgeous rosewood frame with brass details, reupholstered with quality model "Jagg...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Victorian Sofa Circa. 1880
Located in Fulton, CA
Elegant American Victorian "Balloon Back" 2 seat sofa / settee or loveseat. Hand carved from solid walnut. Older re-upholstery in very good condition for its age. Stuffing is soft an...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Restoration Hardware Belgian Linen Slipcover Bench Seat Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent Belgian linen slipcover sofa settee with a long bench seat by Restoration Hardware. The sofa is constructed from a hardwood frame and fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Leather 3 Seat Sofa Attributed to Tobia Scarpa
Located in Fulton, CA
Cognac leather 3 seat sofa attributed to Tobia Scarpa. Removable cushions with metal snaps to secure in position. Castors for ease of moving. Comfortable and classic! 80 inches wid...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Four-Seater Sofa Upholstered in Ivory Fabric with Four Pillows, Bowed Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Bowed four-seater sofa designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with ivory fabric and four pillows. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Bowed sofa...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.' Seat height: 15.75” All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Crafted by the esteemed Ateliers Prouve in France circa 1950, this...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Douglas Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Douglas sofa is a low-slung sofa with a down-wrapped seat cushion and solid American walnut or white oak legs. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ang...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Antique French Louis XIV Style Carved Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition Materials: Mahogany, Original Upholstery
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1930s American Louis XIV Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Multi-Functional Sofa with Walnut Frame and Built-In Storage
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Crafted from premium materials, this sofa offers both comfort and functionality with its surrounding wooden frame doubling as a bookshelf or room divider, showcasing exquisite crafts...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Slip Covered Slope Arm Sofa in Stone Washed Greige Linen with Down Cushions
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our slip-covered sofa in natural greige linen, with stone-washed linen for a relaxed, lived-in look. Sink into the plump down-wrapped seat cushion for ultimate comfort. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood, Down

George Smith Scroll Arm Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Smith Scroll Arm Sofa This sofa measures: 85 wide x 39 deep x 36 inches high, with a seat height of 22 and arm height of 25.5 inches We take our photos in a controlled light...
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Late 20th Century English Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Duse Cityscape-Embroidered Beige Fabric Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
Minute manual embroideries depicting Milan's symbols lend this contemporary sofa its unmistakable and refined sartorial allure. Sculptural in its clean-lined curved silhouette covere...
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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Super-plush Oversized Organic Modern Armchair in Kvadrat Ecriture
Located in Nyack, NY
This chair's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest quali...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Sectional Sofa att. to Probber
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional two piece sectional, having two curved sections, with an even arm and seat back. This sofa can be set up together, or each piece can be placed separately if that works be...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Modern English Sofa in a Heavy Weight Stone Washed Natural Hemp & Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Modern English Arm Sofa Introducing the English Arm Sofa, crafted with heavy weight hemp boasting a soft hand feel for added luxury. This sofa features a down feather wrapped seat cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Down

D120 Pink Velvet Sofa Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti for Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
Designed by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti for Tecno, the D120 sofa from the 1970s epitomizes the fusion of classic elegance and robust functionality. This piece, renowned for i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina The soft, welcoming lines of this sofa spell comfort and flexibility. Circular, semi-circular and rectangular shapes alternate to create a dynamic interplay of contours and a graphic silhouette. A sectional floor sofa...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Formica

Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina
Patricia Urquiola Bowl Sofa For Cassina
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Adrian Pearsall "Cloud" Chaise Lounge for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall chaise lounge for Craft Associates c.1960s, USA. The lounge features a curved seat back and rounded seat cushion that rests on four tapered walnut legs with casters. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mohair, Upholstery, Walnut

Postmodern Alanda Italian Black Leather Sofa by Paola Pive for B&B Italia
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A postmodern Alanda sofa by Paola Pive for B&B Italia. This beautiful black leather sofa features a fantastic postmodern design with a black metal frame. The sofa has highly adjustab...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

19th Century Empire Sofa Schumacher Sabi Tiger Velvet
Located in Houston, TX
Early 19th Century Empire sofa. This handsome burl veneer sofa features ebonized and gilt columns, urn finials, with two hidden drawers, all newly upholstered in Schumacher abstract ...
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood, Burl

Ralph Lauren Polo Organic Woven Rattan Wicker Coastal Sofa 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Late 20th Century Ralph Lauren Polo Home Collection woven rattan, wicker sofa. No damage to the woven rattan. The recently upholstered white cushions are in good condition. The only ...
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1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan

Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and padded arms. Features queen anne legs and tufted upholst...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Arts and Crafts Wicker Two Seat Sofa By Dryad and Co.UK 1920s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Two Seat Sofa Arts and Krafts Wicker By Dryad and Co UK. 1920s
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1920s British Victorian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern Wood Bench for Cansado circa 1958
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench with side table and drawer, from Cite Cansado, Mauritania, designed by Charlotte Perriand. wood, plastic laminated covered wood, lacquered metal and fabric. In good original c...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Karl Springer for Karl Springer, Ltd Dowelwood Sofa1980c.
Located in Chicago, IL
Karl Springer for Karl Springer, Ltd. Dowelwood Sofa, 1980c Solid bleached oak frame with rattan panels and canvas webbing. Fully restored, with all rattan replaced and handwoven. Re...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Oak

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

Vintage LC2 Tan leather chrome frame 2 seat sofa loveseat by Le Corbusier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 2 seat sofa or lovseat by Le Corbusier. Model LC2 in Tan Leather in very good vintage condition. Triple chrome plated steel frame. Manufa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Mario Marenco 'Marenco' Extra Large Sofa 354 in Leather for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' Extra Large Sofa 354 for Arflex in leather. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues. The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. This listing is for a sofa with leather upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities. Designed by Mario Marenco (1933-2019) 1957 degree at Naples University. 1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities. 1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings. 1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline 1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands. 1985 watches...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues. The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities. Designed by Mario Marenco (1933-2019) 1957 degree at Naples University. 1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities. 1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings. 1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline 1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands. 1985 watches...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex in fabric. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues. The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. This listing is for a sofa with fabric upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities. Designed by Mario Marenco (1933-2019) 1957 degree at Naples University. 1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities. 1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings. 1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline 1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands. 1985 watches...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Original Mid century Compact Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Eames sofa compact with orange Herman miller woven upholstery. Charles and Ray Eames compact couch is great design that keeps a subtle profile. The cushioned pads that form ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Original Roche Bobois Leather Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Original Roche Bobois Sofa, most likely Buffalo Leather, black wood legs, down filled cushions, cushions attached with zippers. Great quality. Please see all pictures, no damages, no...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Midcentury Carl Malmsten Boucle "Samsas" Sofa, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This mid century icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren. The sofa has a have new high quality off white boucle fabric and reupholstered by o...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner GE-259 Adjustable Daybed Sofa for Getama
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

Teak

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in HENNA (dark rust / brown) also shown in PUTTY (CREM/BEIGE TONE) Hardwood frame, no sag, HR foam, cotton, and crown cushion. (down alternative / 90/10 down / 25/75 down) available upon request for an additional fee. Hand-crafted in the USA Dark Walnut legs, and antique brass style caster wheels. (this is optional) English roll...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Black leather 3 seat sofa dark wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Black leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in nic...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Birch

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa for Arflex 240cm
Located in Tilburg, NL
Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa 1969 for Arflex, Italy. New, current production. Modular seating system, this listing is for a 3 seater 240cm. The modular seating system '9000' by Tito Agn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Long Low 4 Seat Yellow Tweed Sofa Couch by DUX
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern long low 4 seat low sofa couch by DUX in original Yellow woven tweed upholstery with chrome steel legs. All Original 1970s Upholstery in beautiful vint...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Beautiful Swedish modern sculpted teak 3 seat sofa with upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Beautiful 3 seat sofa with sculpted teak frame and chenille upholstery. Great Scandinavian designed low 3 seater sofa. Made in Sweden Circa 1960. Located in Brooklyn NYC. Di...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Upholstery, Teak

Antique French Louis XVI Sofa with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Sofa with Carved Details Country: France Materials: Carved giltwood, Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Art Deco Style Sofa in Velvet with Toned Piping
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Danish 1940s Curved Shape Sofa Model 1668 by Ole Wanscher for Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb and rare sofa designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Fritz Hansen as model 1668 probably in the 1940. The model was seen in Fritz Hansen's catalog #4202 in 1951 and earlier ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Mohair, Beech, Wool

Seldom Seen Harvey Probber Serpentine Crescent Sofa, 1960s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen 1960s Harvey Probber serpentine curved sofa ,, truly impressive in person. .. Appears to have been reupholstered (at some point ) in a brown velvet upholstery. skirt adde...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina A family of elegant, comfortable seating options, ideally suited to any decor style, formal or informal, and any siz...
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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Shagreen Bench with Palmwood and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Brass

Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Settle Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style settle sofa By L. & J.G Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with original William Morris style upholstery...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sofas

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Upholstery, Oak

Pink Velvet Double Sided Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
Discover this elegant pink sofa upholstered in luxurious velvet By Ros Italia Interiors. Please, contact the Concierge service for further information.
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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile, Velvet, Wood

Antique Louis Philippe Sofa in Mahogany Lining Capitonné Italy '800
Located in Taranto, IT
Antique Louis Philippe Sofa in Mahogany Lining Capitonné Italy 19th century. Mahogany frame, upholstery in Capitonné fabric . Item is in excellent conservative condition , only sl...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
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 American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Superb Beige tan Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beige and tan Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art long leather sofa. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in leather. Very good vi...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Harvey Probber Rare Slipper Sofa Mahogany Wood and Mohair 1955c
Located in Chicago, IL
Harvey Probber Rare Slipper Sofa in Mahogany and Mohair, c. 1955 A rare slipper-form sofa by Harvey Probber, featuring an elegant low profile and floating seat design. The solid maho...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

“Marenco” cognac leather sofa designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex, Italy 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Mario Marenco, in collaboration with the renowned Italian furniture manufacturer Arflex, introduced the iconic 'Marenco' two-seater sofa to the design world in 1970. This opulent and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

136" Wide - L-Shape Modular Sofa
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious fabrics. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring suspension. The seat and back cushions f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

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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