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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: Late 18th Century
Blue "PALMARIA 709" 2-seater sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, ITALY 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
BLUE "PALMARIA 709" 2-SEATER SOFA BY VICO MAGISTRETTI FOR CASSINA, ITALY 1970S Introducing the stunning Palmaria 709 2-seater sofa by renowned Italian de...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Large 2. Seater Sofa Made In Brown Leather By Italsofa
Located in Lejre, DK
The large two-seater sofa in brown leather with a metal frame, manufactured by Italsofa, is an impressive piece of furniture that exudes both style and comfort. With its elegant desi...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Custom Post Modern Taupe Leather Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom Post Modern Taupe leather sofa This sofa features a gorgeous sculptural silhouette. The leather is in excellent condition. Measure: W...
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1980s American Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ate van Apeldoorn Custom Solid Iroko Loveseat with Brown Leather and Outlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ate van Apeldoorn Solid Iroko wood loveseat. Iroko wood is also known as African teak. It is an extremely heavy solid wood sofa. The loveseat has leath...
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1980s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Italian Modern Saratoga Living Room Set, M. and L. Vignelli for Poltronova 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian post modern black lacquered wood and brown leather Saratoga living room set by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 1980s Living room in black lacquered wood and brown leather cushions, Saratoga model, composed of a three-seater sofa, a two-seater sofa, an armchair, a luminous container bar table, a coffee table at armrest height and a half-height coffee table central. Project by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, around 1980. Good condition, cushions in vintage condition but with good padding. A small white scratch is present on the three-seater sofa, another small on the bar table. Three-seater sofa measures in cm 210 x 90 x 61 H and seat height 40 cm Two seater sofa measures in cm 149 x 90 x 61 H Armchair measures in cm 90 x 89 x 61 H Measures high coffee table 90...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cannaregio Modular Sofa with Footrest by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy 1986
Located in Halle, DE
Rare modular Cannaregio sofa by Gaetano Pesce. Postmodern / Memphis Design from 1986, manufactured by Cassina, Italy. Comes with original footrest in b...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Late 18th Century Italian Banquette, Stato Pontificio
Located in Doylestown, PA
An extremely rare neoclassical parcel-gilt and painted banquette in the transitional Louis XV/XVI style, likely from Marche, Italy, circa 1790, carved on the back rail with the Papal crest depicting crossed keys beneath three gold crowns on a red domed tiara, bordered on either side by a carved and gilded chain. The serpentine seat rail is decorated with embossed and gilded roses and is supported by turned legs. The arms are carved in elegant scrolls. The piece retains its original blue/green painted finish, newly reupholstered in velvet fabric. The region where the piece was made was under the control of the Vatican until the 1870s and is known as the Papal States or "Stato Pontificio...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood

Late 18th Century Swedish Blue Pine Country Bench or Sofa
Located in Kramfors, SE
Very unusual blue bench or sofa from the late 1700s. The sofa is a country house furniture from Ångermanland in Sweden. The sofa is very unusual, most likely the only one of its kind...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Country Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

Solid Teak Danish Modern 3- Seater Sofa by Sun Cabinet, c. 1980's
Located in Deland, FL
Exceptional vintage solid teak three-seater sofa by Sun Cabinet. The Danish modern design features an elegantly contoured U-shaped leg that joins seamlessly with the arms. The ladder...
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1980s Thai Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Teak

Leather "Palmaria 709" 2-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
LEATHER "PALMARIA 709" 2-SEATER SOFA BY VICO MAGISTRETTI FOR CASSINA, ITALY 1970S Introducing the timeless and iconic Palmaria 709 2-Seater Sofa, design...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Antonio Citterio for Moroso 'Cricket' Sofas in Blue Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Antonio Citterio for Moroso, sofas model 'Cricket', leather, Italy, 1988 Interestingly shaped blue leather settee by Italian designer Anto...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Post Modernist Two-Piece Contemporary Sofa by Charak Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning two piece sofa, Post Modernist design, Very reminiscent of designs by Vladimir Kagan, Milo Baughman, Noguchi etc, Extremely comfortable. Nice original condition, Coould use ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vico Magistretti for Cassina Veranda Sofa, Two-Seater, Leather, Italian Modern
Located in Stamford, CT
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Veranda Sofa, Two-Seater, Leather, Italian Modern. Seat height 16 inches. Both unique and highly functional, this sof...
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1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Original rare set of 3, 1980s Iconic serpentine cloud sofa and swivel chairs are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout the monumental form. The Vintage complete set are beyond stunning. Beautiful colors in ultra suede light...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Fully restored curved sofa. It consists of solid sculptural legs in ebonized wood and a printed velvet fabric. Production from the 1980s, in very good condition, ready for immediate ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Fabulous Robert Ebel Postmodern Weiman Curved Cloud Sofa Chaise
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Robert Ebel for Weiman Preview cloud sofa. This sofa retains its original upholstery which is quite dated and shows wear-we do recommend reupholstery. This fabulous sofa...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

18th Century Green French Three Seater Beechwood, Velour Sofa by Sulpice Brizard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An 18th Century French three seater sofa, stamped Sulpice Brizard (Master 1762) 1735-1796. The hand crafted Parisian settee has a partial carved, painted grey Beechwood frame, in goo...
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Late 18th Century French Belle Époque Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Beech

Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa or Daybed, 1980's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Fabric,Wood,Metal Daybed has dimensions:Height-33cm,Depth-206cm,Width-133cm Seat height is 38cm Good Original condition.  
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1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Hepplewhite Sofa
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine Hepplewhite design parcel gilded sofa with arched shaped serpentine crest rail, straight front rail and fine tapered and fluted legs. This sofa is classically upholstered and although appearing formal in design, is extremely comfortable, with secret hidden...
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Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Sofas

Materials

Serpentine

B&B Italy Black Leather 1980s Sofa Designed by Paolo Piva "Model ARCA"
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1980s two-seat sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. Black leather upholstery with perforated accents. Circular glass side tables swivel out from under the arm rests. The back r...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modular sofa in 4 parts by Herman Miller At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb vintage modular sofa entirely restored and reupholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Designed by Don Chadwick for Herman Miller. 4 parts.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Danish Modern Sofa in Mahogany and Patinated Leather by Rud Thygesen, 1980s
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant sofa with mahogany frame and French caning in seat and back. Seat cushion in patinated leather. Designed by Danish architects Johnny Sørensen and Rud Thygesen.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Cane, Mahogany

1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Loveseat Sofa
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Comfort is king with this stylish vintage 1980s barrel shaped loveseat sofa by Howard Furniture. American made, solid oak throughout! The ultra cozy loveseat is wide and padded with ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Vladimir Kagan for Preview 3 Piece Sectional Sofa, 1987
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan by Preview 3 Piece Sectional sofa, 1987. Original upholstery.
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Very Fine & Elegant Mahogany Serpentine Shaped Carved Hepplewhite Style Sofa
Located in North Salem, NY
A Wood & Hogan sofa with a disciplined elegance for the special home. From a branch of the family of the Queen Mother of England came the original of this magnificent Hepplewhite sofa which stood in the ancestral...
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Late 18th Century Hepplewhite Antique Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Down

1980s Three Seater Adjustable Sofa / LEDA LUX, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - The pillows have stains on one side - Manufacturer Hikor Písek 1987 - Seat height 44 cm - Dimensions when unfolded, depth 1...
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1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Cannaregio Modular Seat by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, 1987
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
Wonderfull modular sofa by geatano pesce in marvoulous condition and special edition fabric (pattern).
Category

1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton

French Louis XVI Period Walnut Hand Carved Canape Sofa en Corbeille
Located in Madrid, ES
A Louis XVI period settee in carved walnut corbeille from the late 18th century, with a slightly enveloping back, characteristic of this period. topped with a few floral spikes. Crea...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Swedish 1780s Rococo Painted Trågsoffa with Carved Apron and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo period painted wood Trågsoffa from the late 18th century, with upholstered seat, shell carved apron, meander motifs and cabriole legs. Created in Sweden during the l...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Giorgetti Italian Velvet Conversation Sofa "Progetti", 1980s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rare conversation sofa in solid ebonized beech and armrests in glossy Pau Ferro, the padding of the seat and back is in polyurethane foam. Fully res...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Beech

Midcentury Danish Sofa by Rud Thygesen in Mahogany, French Cane and Leather
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant sofa with mahogany frame and French caning in seat and back. Seat cushion in patinated leather. Designed by Danish architects Johnny Sørensen and Rud Thygesen.
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cane, Mahogany, Leather

Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Elegant corner modular sofa entirely restored and reupholstered. 5 modules Italy, 1980s.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 piece sectional sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by Saba Italia. The sofa has a chrome base with removable cushions and it comes with 2 pillows, ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1980s Kagan Style Biomorphic Form Sofa by Directional Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
An American made 1980’s classic Vladimir Kagan biomorphic kidney shaped sofa made by Directional Furniture. Kidney shaped couches have long b...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Postmodern Curved Sculptural Loveseat or Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Italian postmodern curved sculptural loveseat or sofa. This stunning Italian Federico Munari inspired sofa, chaise or loveseat has interesting cone...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

18th Century Louis XV Fruitwood Settee in Aubusson Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XV fruitwood settee, late 18th century, the domed and padded back surmounted by a floral crest, joined by padded scrolling arms to the shaped seat, raised on molded cabriole le...
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Late 18th Century Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Fruitwood

Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' Sofa in Natural Tan Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerard van den Berg 'Corvette' sofa in cognac leather with short tapered wood legs. In original condition with some visible wear and scratching consistent with age and use. Some dent...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Hans Hollein Mitzi Sofa for Poltronova Srl '1981/2022'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
HOLLYWOOD!!!! The Mitzi sofa — 1981, for Poltronova — part of the rich production of the Austrian master Hans Hollein, highlights a rigorous design while s...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood, Birdseye Maple

Vintage German Leather Sofa by WK Wohnen
Located in High Point, NC
This two seat sofa was manufactured in the 20th century by the German furniture company WK Wohnen. Upholstered in high quality leather, it features comfortab...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Antique Sofa Louis XV, Covered with Authentic Perfect Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
1910/M, Museum quality antique sofa, coating with an authentic Aubusson old tapestry. Unique piece! It has been completely unlined, in order to change ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood

De Sede Ds-600 "Non Stop" Snake Shaped Modular Sofa, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A fabulous De Sede leather DS 600 "Non Stop" or snake shaped sofa. The DS 600 was designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede S...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Pas D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta Sofa Model ‘Onda’
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta, sofa, model 'Onda', leather, chrome, Italy, 1985 Rounded and curved ‘Onda’ sofa by Jonathan de Pas, Donato D'urbin...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Italian Modern Brown Leather Sofa Twice by Cerri for Poltrona Frau, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brown leather sofa Twice by Cerri for Poltrona Frau, 1980s Two seater sofa mod. Twice in brown leather. The seat is made up ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Fabulous Sculptural Modern Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Sofa Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A sculptural modern sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and inspired by the curves and undulations of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao Spain. This sofa is one of Kagan's most Avant Garde ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Art The Perfect Big Half-Moon Silk Velvet Sofa by Carla Tolomeo
Located in Pistoia, IT
Sculpture. Unique piece hand made by the artist. The silk velvet fabric and the embroideries are made expressly for the artist, Carla Tolomeo.
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Silk

Leather Sectional Sofa "Zago" Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather sectional sofa "Zago" Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980. Original black leather.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tan Leather Cloud Style Sofa with Lucite Leg by Weiman, c 1980s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful curvy and fluid Post-Modern sofa by Weiman is in soft and luxurious tan colored leather, features a single lucite leg and is signed underneath with a Weiman label. Designed by Robert L. Ebel and produced by Wieman in the 1980s and 90s, this curvaceous sofa was inspired by Vladimir Kagan's designs such as the 'Cloud' sofa by Directional, the 'Serpentine' sofa by Kagan...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Lucite

Hans Hollein Marilyn Sofa for Poltronova, 1980s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
A beautiful and rare sofa from this post-modern Austrian designer. Hollein was born in Vienna in 1934 and worked with Sottsass during the Memphis period...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Birdseye Maple

Michele de Lucchi "Lido" Sofa, Memphis Group
Located in London, GB
True to Memphis form, the 'Lido' lounge was not designed to be especially practical or inviting. In fact, its design was more intended for someone 'on-the-go' with its firm, woollen ...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Pair of Settee's, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern pair of Sette's, 1980. Original upholstery in great condition.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Channeled Sofa By A. Rudin In Italian Boucle
Located in St Louis Park, MN
Beautifully channeled sofa by A. Rudin recovered in Italian Boucle. The fabric and construction of this sofa is very high quality. It is a beautiful and...
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1980s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

‘Fantasy Island’ 3-seater sofa by Kurt Bayer, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A magnificent "Fantasy Island" 3-seat sofa by Kurt Bayer, Germany 1980's. This sculptural sofa is just reupholstered with stunning Pierre Frey Mongolia fabric. The base and the backrest have patina consistent with age and use, see the pictures. Kurt Beier...
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1980s German Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

1980s Leather Modular Five Seater Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Made of leather - Has signs of use - Beautiful patina - - Made in Italy - Seat height 33 cm - Length of one piece without armrests 62 cm - The sofa...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather

Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen freestanding two seater sofa mounted on Mahogany legs. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with black leather. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in 1985.
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Red Leather Togo 3 Seater Sofa by Ligne Roset, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 3 seater Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic togo sofa is now a design c...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather

"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its super curvy, marshmallow shape and sumptuous cotton chenille fabric, this sofa is de...
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1980s Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chenille

Blue Velvet Sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in San Francisco, CA
A purple velvet Newton sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Moroso.
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Italian Post Modern in Shades of Pink and Abs Four Pieces Modular Sofa, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian post modern in shades of pink fabric and black abs four pieces modular sofa, 1980s Four-module sofa with cotton upholstery with a squared pattern in shades of pink, similar ...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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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