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Sofas For Sale
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Gondola Sofa, Mid-Century
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Gondola Sofa, Mid-Century

Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Gondola Sofa, Mid-Century

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful vintage Adrian Pearsall gondola sofa. The fabric is newer but does have some signs of age . The straps and foam have all be replaced so this sofa is like new. This is a ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Italian Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti
Italian Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti

Italian Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An incredible Italian sofa combining vibrant blue upholstery with chrome legs, styled after Gio Ponti. This unique sofa is a bold way to add vintage flair to any space. Please confir...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofa in ivory mohair velvet for Gavina (Italy, 1970s)
Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofa in ivory mohair velvet for Gavina (Italy, 1970s)

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofa in ivory mohair velvet for Gavina (Italy, 1970s)

By Carlo Scarpa, Gavina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carlo Scarpa “Cornaro” sofa in ivory mohair velvet for Gavina (Italy, 1970s). Tubular rosewood frame. Extraordinarily comfortable and possibly the only one available outside Europe...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1950
Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1950

Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1950

By Ludvig Pontoppidan

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful sought after three-seat sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan made in Denmark probably between late 1940s and 1950. The design is a classic Pontoppidan with slim elegant scoop-like li...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Outdoor Sofa, Woven Synthetic Rattan, Sand Violet.
Outdoor Sofa, Woven Synthetic Rattan, Sand Violet.

Outdoor Sofa, Woven Synthetic Rattan, Sand Violet.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Outdoor sofa, woven synthetic rattan, sand violet. Discover the outdoor sofa where luxury and durability meet. Adorned with sumptuous sand violet fabric and featuring the sophistica...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Naked Curved Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-5 and Boucle Snow
Naked Curved Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-5 and Boucle Snow

Naked Curved Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-5 and Boucle Snow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950

Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950

Located in Nashville, TN

Vintage Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Rare model later upholstered in a Pierre Frey chenille fabric. Excellent condition.

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1950s European Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

EXQUISITE ORIGINAL EDWARDIAN KILIM UPHOLSTERED SOFA CHAISE LOUNGE WiTH DROP ARM
EXQUISITE ORIGINAL EDWARDIAN KILIM UPHOLSTERED SOFA CHAISE LOUNGE WiTH DROP ARM

EXQUISITE ORIGINAL EDWARDIAN KILIM UPHOLSTERED SOFA CHAISE LOUNGE WiTH DROP ARM

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare original Edwardian Circa 1910 Kilim upholstered Drop arm Sofa / Chaise Lounge Please note t...

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1910s Kilim Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Danish Two Seater Sofa in Grey Buffalo Leather
Danish Two Seater Sofa in Grey Buffalo Leather

Danish Two Seater Sofa in Grey Buffalo Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa or settee, buffalo leather, metal, Denmark, 1960s. This sofa originates from Denmark and is characterized by a cubic shaped construction fully executed in buffalo leather with...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Göperts möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Göperts Möbler

Located in High Point, NC

A pine "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.  Seat Height (inches): 15” Arm Height (inches): 23.5" All upholstered furniture can be reuph...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Popus Editions Lena 2.5 Seater Sofa in Yellow Verone Velvet Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 2.5 Seater Sofa in Yellow Verone Velvet Upholstery

Popus Editions Lena 2.5 Seater Sofa in Yellow Verone Velvet Upholstery

Located in Paris, FR

Popus Editions Lena 2.5 seater sofa in Yellow Verone Velvet Upholstery It looks like it's straight out of a movie, with its generous curves and wide armrests. It is a real invitat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Rare Italian Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino" 1936
Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Rare Italian Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino" 1936

Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Rare Italian Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino" 1936

By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Gio Ponti three-seater sofa for "Casa e Giardino", 1936. Curved shell model covered in original vintage satin, the cushions have springs inside. The upholstery, as seen in the photos...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Satin, Beech

Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century
Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century

Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful Hollywood Regency style Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa. This piece is to die for fabulous still in nice vintage condition. The fabric only shows some light wear-see photos...

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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Lacquer

Vintage Woven Rattan Roll Arm Sofa
Vintage Woven Rattan Roll Arm Sofa

Vintage Woven Rattan Roll Arm Sofa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This magnificent woven rattan sofa is a masterclass in coastal elegance, drawing inspiration from the timeless silhouettes of British Colonial and West Indies design. Expertly crafte...

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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna
Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna

Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna

Located in Geneve, CH

Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna Dimensions: D 100 x W 280 x H 91 cm. SH: 47 cm. Materials: Wood, foam, and upholstery. Finish: Cotton Velvet, ref. Antique Pink, CV28 upholstery, and antiqu...

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Mid-Century Pine Loveseat, Green Leather Sling Arms, Hand Carved Posts
Mid-Century Pine Loveseat, Green Leather Sling Arms, Hand Carved Posts

Mid-Century Pine Loveseat, Green Leather Sling Arms, Hand Carved Posts

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Loveseat combines substantial pine construction with green leather sling arms and cushions. Hand-carved round-topped posts anchor each corner, connected by thick wooden peg supports....

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

1973 "Cornaro" Sofa & Armchair Set by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina
1973 "Cornaro" Sofa & Armchair Set by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina

1973 "Cornaro" Sofa & Armchair Set by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina

By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Manzano, IT

1973 "Cornaro" Sofa & Armchair Set by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina - Iconic Italian Modernist Design Designed by Carlo Scarpa in 1973, the Cornaro seating set for Gavina epitomizes timel...

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1970s Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Victorian Walnut Sofa
Victorian Walnut Sofa

Victorian Walnut Sofa

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Victorian Walnut Sofa with Carved Back Rail & Button Upholstery Item Code: S27-66 A striking Victorian walnut sofa featuring an intricately carved back rail with an oval button-back ...

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19th Century English Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Accent Seating, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet
Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Accent Seating, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet

Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Accent Seating, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet

By Denis Sokolov, NOOM

Located in Paris, FR

The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...

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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur

Pucci  Neo Classic Style Sofa From Maison Carlhian
Pucci  Neo Classic Style Sofa From Maison Carlhian

Pucci Neo Classic Style Sofa From Maison Carlhian

Located in Hamburg, DE

French sofa 1950 from Maison Carlhian, Neo Classic Style, 6 no of Legs in total, new upholstered with loose cushions filled with dawns and feathers, ...

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1990s French International Style Sofas

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa After Harvey Probber, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa After Harvey Probber, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa After Harvey Probber, 1960s

By Harvey Probber

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This striking mid-century modern chrome sofa, inspired by the iconic designs of Harvey Probber and crafted in the United States during the 1960s, captures the perfect balance of refi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

French Castle Sofa Wooden Structure and Sculpted Panels
French Castle Sofa Wooden Structure and Sculpted Panels

French Castle Sofa Wooden Structure and Sculpted Panels

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa French castle wooden structure and sculpted panels, in a manual sculpture, produced in resin and finished with restoration techniques similar to st...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Resin, Wood

Italian Mid Century Modern Modular Sofa By Diego Mattu for P1 1960s
Italian Mid Century Modern Modular Sofa By Diego Mattu for P1 1960s

Italian Mid Century Modern Modular Sofa By Diego Mattu for P1 1960s

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Modular sofa set "Malù, Italian design piece realised in 1960s by Diego Mattu for 1P. This very rare sofa consisting of 4 standard modules and one corner. Structure in Abs and polyur...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Suede, Plastic

Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person
Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person

Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Deland, FL

This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962. Constructed from solid teak this iconic design features cylindric...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak

Lombok Big Sofa or Medium Sofa Indoor or Outdoor
Lombok Big Sofa or Medium Sofa Indoor or Outdoor

Lombok Big Sofa or Medium Sofa Indoor or Outdoor

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa lombok Big Indoor or outdoor with structure in steel and natural rattan. With cushion seat and back included. Colors finish in taup, brown, or ocher. Measures: L227 x D105 x H75cm, seat height 42cm. Price: 9500,00€. Lead time production if on stock 2-3 weeks, if not on stock 25-26 weeks. Also available in Lombok Medium Sofa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Sofas

Materials

Steel

Old Chesterfield Club Three Piece Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite Brown Leather
Old Chesterfield Club Three Piece Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite Brown Leather

Old Chesterfield Club Three Piece Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite Brown Leather

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage restored Chesterfield cigar brown leather Library suite A very rare find, I never come across original sets of three piece...

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Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Terazza Sofa by Ubald Klug
De Sede Terazza Sofa by Ubald Klug

De Sede Terazza Sofa by Ubald Klug

By Ubald Klug

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare modular sofa designed by Ubald Klug for De Sede, Switzerland, 1973.

Category

1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Mid Century Chrome Cloud Sofa by Weiman
1970s Mid Century Chrome Cloud Sofa by Weiman

1970s Mid Century Chrome Cloud Sofa by Weiman

By Weiman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Welcome to Mid-Century NoHo [Mid Century Chrome Cloud Sofa] Introducing a stunning vintage cloud sofa designed and manufactured by Weiman in the United States during the captivatin...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Customizable Acerbis Free System Modular Sofa by Claudio Salocchi
Customizable Acerbis Free System Modular Sofa by Claudio Salocchi

Customizable Acerbis Free System Modular Sofa by Claudio Salocchi

By Acerbis, Claudio Salocchi

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting fabric. 3 ottomans 2 seat module Claudio Salocchi’s design explores research in the decade from the 1970s to the 1980s, when new ways of living and experim...

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2010s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Three Piece Set of Art Deco Split Reed Wicker Seating Sofa Two Lounge Chairs
Three Piece Set of Art Deco Split Reed Wicker Seating Sofa Two Lounge Chairs

Three Piece Set of Art Deco Split Reed Wicker Seating Sofa Two Lounge Chairs

By Ficks Reed, Niagara Reedcraft

Located in New York, NY

Incredible set of Art Deco period split reed wicker furniture, by the Niagara Reedcraft Company, circa late 1920's- 1930's. The set includes a sofa, and two large lounge chairs ( tab...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Reed

Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin
Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin

Mid-Century Modern "Cubo" Sofa by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

This recently upholstered cubo (Cube) sofa was designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in the 1970s. The elegance, a feature of Zalszupin designs, on this piece does not come from ...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery

By Fritz Neth

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love This sofa was purchased from an architects house interior in Belgium The design is very reminiscent to the works of...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Glamorous Art Deco  Chairs Suite in Cotton Velvet, Italy, 1920s
Glamorous Art Deco  Chairs Suite in Cotton Velvet, Italy, 1920s

Glamorous Art Deco Chairs Suite in Cotton Velvet, Italy, 1920s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

AVAILABLE ONLY TWO CHAIRS NO SOFA Glamorous Art Deco sofa and two chairs suite in cotton velvet, Italy 1920s Original, unique , rare fabric in astonishing very...

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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of Three
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of Three

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of Three

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic.

This three-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be conf...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

2 seater sofa in lambskin
2 seater sofa in lambskin

2 seater sofa in lambskin

Located in Copenhagen, DK

2 seater 'Bananasofa' upholstered in new lambskin (colour: Moonlight).

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Patina Leather Beech Frame Yngve Ekström Three Seat Sofa, Sweden, Minimalist
Patina Leather Beech Frame Yngve Ekström Three Seat Sofa, Sweden, Minimalist

Patina Leather Beech Frame Yngve Ekström Three Seat Sofa, Sweden, Minimalist

Akantus sofa by Swedese, designed by Yngve Ekström The light wood frame, simple, straightforward design, sleek, and unfussy detailing such as the addition of the iconic vertical ori...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

1960s Teak Three Seater Sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark
1960s Teak Three Seater Sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark

1960s Teak Three Seater Sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark

By Dyrlund

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stylish three seater sofa by Dyrlund of Denmark. With an elegantly designed frame the fresh ochre upholstery compliments the rich teak beautifully.  A striking Scandinavian ex...

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

STRATUS Caramel Mohair Sofa with walnut frame by STUDIO BALESTRA
STRATUS Caramel Mohair Sofa with walnut frame by STUDIO BALESTRA

STRATUS Caramel Mohair Sofa with walnut frame by STUDIO BALESTRA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

STRATUS Caramel Mohair Sofa with walnut frame by STUDIO BALESTRA Made in Los Angeles COM/COL Available Custom Sizes Available Custom Finishes Available

Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Canyon Sofa And Chairs, Set of 3
Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Canyon Sofa And Chairs, Set of 3

Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Canyon Sofa And Chairs, Set of 3

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare imposing sofa and two lounge chairs crafted from woven rattan in the organic modern coastal style by Ralph Lauren. The canyon sofa and chairs features an oversized hardwood fram...

Category

Early 2000s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Cassina, Antonio Citterio

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antonio Citterio Esosoft sofa Manufactured by Cassina in Itlay A living room system designed to define the domestic landscape in a fluid, flexible manner. This is Esosoft ? the firs...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Retro Armless Sofa with Plinth Base in Maharam Beck
Retro Armless Sofa with Plinth Base in Maharam Beck

Retro Armless Sofa with Plinth Base in Maharam Beck

Located in Nyack, NY

Our armless sofa features a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop a plush upholstered plinth create a sleek, retro feel. Made in America, and endlessly customizable. Also...

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Swedish Modern Sheepskin Sofa, 1930s–1940s
Swedish Modern Sheepskin Sofa, 1930s–1940s

Swedish Modern Sheepskin Sofa, 1930s–1940s

Located in Staffanstorp, SE

A beautifully sculptural Swedish Modern sofa from the 1930s–40s, newly upholstered in luxurious natural sheepskin. The softly curved silhouette, generous proportions and warm materia...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Elm

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and iconic serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. This sofa was purchased from Kagan about a decade ago and upholstered in a heathered lig...

Category

1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large 7 Piece Sofa "Cosmos" DS 28 by Ulbald Klug & De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970s
Large 7 Piece Sofa "Cosmos" DS 28 by Ulbald Klug & De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970s

Large 7 Piece Sofa "Cosmos" DS 28 by Ulbald Klug & De Sede, Brown Leather, 1970s

By De Sede, Ubald Klug

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Ubald Klug DS-28 Cosmos Sectional Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s This stunning 7-piece sectional sofa by Ubald Klug, produced by De Sede in the 1970s, showcases a bold, organic design i...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Raffaella Bio Red and Orange 3-Seater Sofa
Raffaella Bio Red and Orange 3-Seater Sofa

Raffaella Bio Red and Orange 3-Seater Sofa

By Biosofa

Located in Milan, IT

This luxurious sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra-comfortable. The deep seats and soft fabric make sinking in true pleasure. Rafael's angular profile gives this revival style a mo...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Adoni Obsidian Sofa by Stuart Scott, Black Leather, UK
Adoni Obsidian Sofa by Stuart Scott, Black Leather, UK

Adoni Obsidian Sofa by Stuart Scott, Black Leather, UK

By Stuart Scott

Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire

The Adoni Obsidian Sofa is a striking and beautifully prominent furniture piece. It features stunning biscuit tufting that demonstrates fine skill of contemporary craft. The leather ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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.