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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Late 18th Century
Moveis Cimo sculptural sofa Brazil 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful sculptural B082 sofa manufactured by Moveis Cimo in Brazil in 1960. This sofa is bulky and yet playful, with a strong wooden frame made of Jatoba wood. The frame is like a ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item. Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear. Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit. All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS. * * * Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Restored Vintage Chesterfield Sofa in Distressed Navy Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the timeless elegance of our restored vintage Chesterfield sofa, a classic embodiment of comfort and sophistication. Crafted in the 1970s and revitalized by our experienced c...
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1960s English Chesterfield Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa 2408
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a beautifully restored 'Gondola' sofa (model 2408) designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Features refinished sculpted wood legs and has been reupholstered with...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Erik Jørgensen Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Jørgensen three-seat new upholstered with cognac pure anilin leather. Frame of oak. Model EJ 315/3, made by Erik Jørgensen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Two Seater Knole Sofa in 'Arts And Crafts' Upholstery
Located in Beerse, VAN
The Knole sofa, which takes its name from a village in Kent, is said to be one of the first upholstered seating furniture in England (we are talking about the 17th century). This s...
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1960s British Regency Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century sofa with wooden side table / end cabinet by Florence Knoll 1960
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Mid-Century sofa with wooden side table / end cabinet designed by Florence Knoll in the 1960s. The sofa has a black metal frame that suppo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Edward Wormley Tuxedo Sofa for Dunbar in yellow beige fabric, USA 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Edward wormley tuxedo sofa for Dunbar, USA 1960s. Three-seat sofa with respectively three seat and back cushions. All freshly reupholstered ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Three Seater Sofa In Solid Ash And Mansonia Wood By Fausto Bontempi, Italy 1961
Located in Hellouw, NL
This unique sofa was designed by the Italian architect Fausto Bontempi, who mainly worked in and around Brescia. He Graduated from the Università Iuav ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Johannes Andersen Curved Sofa in Royal Purple Upholstery and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Andersen for Trensums Fatöljfabrik, sofa, fabric, oak, Sweden, 1960s Swedish three-seat sofa designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s. The curved sofa features a striking...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

2167S Platform Boomerang Sofa by Adrian Pearsall in Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric 60s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Platform "Boomerang" sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Illum Wikkelsø Cubic Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, leather, stainless steel, Denmark, 1960s. Sofa in black leather by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. This sofa has a cubic design. The tight and clean outside i...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Marco Zanuso, Pair of Sofas Model Baronet for Arflex, 1964
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Pair of "Baronet" lounge sofas designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex in Italy, 1964. The side panels are made of rosewood plywood. The frames have been entirely refin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery

1960s Vintage Tufted Leather Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather Chesterfield sofa designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This stunning sofa features a leather tufted upholstery that gives it a classic and time...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Swan sofa Mod. 3321 in black leather by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Kiel, SH
Beautiful patinated Swan sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Mod 3321 Early version with original leather no marks
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind Two Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, two seater sofa, teak, leather, Denmark, 1962 Modern and beautiful constructed sofa based on a tight and simple design. The teak...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Artifort Sofas in Beige Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Artifort, sofas model '905', chrome-plated metal, wool, The Netherlands, 1964 The Artifort sofa model '905' was designed by the company in 1964. Although the design was created in t...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Sofa Model "Aristokrat" by Bertil Fridhagen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very classy and elegant sofa model "Aristokrat" designed in the 1960s by Swedish Designer, Bertil Fridhagen and produced by Bröderna Andersson/Bodafors in the late 1960 in Sweden. Fr...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Wool

1960s, Danish design, reupholstered 2-seater "Banana" sofa, vintage velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish renovated-reupholstered 2-seater "Banana" sofa. Very durable cherry-red velour. Brass springs in the seat and back is retained. Hand stitched back/sides. Oak legs renew...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Ole Wanscher Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ole Wanscher Sofa, Model 602 By Carl Hansen & Son
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1960s Danish Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Vintage Sofa ‘Paradiset’ by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic vintage sofa ‘Paradiset’ by Kerstin Horlin Holmquist. This was made in Sweden, it dates from the 1960’s. It has a stunning design and is of amazing quality. T...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Swedish Pine Bench by Carl Malmsten
Located in Dronten, NL
Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern solid pine bench by Swedish company Karl Andersson and Söner, designed by Carl Malmsten. Nice woodworking details that are also present in the designs...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Pine

Finnish Sofa in Birch and Patterned Beige Upholstery
By Asko
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Asko, three-seat sofa, birch, fabric upholstery, Finland, 1960s Bulky three-seat basket sofa in birch. Its frame functions as a shell that keeps the cushions in their position. The ...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish Mid-Century DUX Brown Leather Sofa
Located in Norwalk, CT
Embrace the pinnacle of Scandinavian luxury with this sumptuous Swedish Mid-Century DUX Brown Leather Sofa. Echoing an era when meticulous craftsmanship met sophisticated design, thi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, wool, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture wool fabric, oak wood. Removable cushions. Manufactured by Danish furniture manufactur...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Original Adrian Pearsall Platform Boomerang Sofa 2300-S for Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for the sofa alone. The coffee table is sold separately, inquire if interested. What's better than vintage original? Upholstery that actually works for today's deco...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Fine Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Nielsen France & Son Mid Century Modern Sofa
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Mid Century Modern circa 1960 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for France & Son daybed sofa Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A super collectable designer daybed sofa by one of the Danish greats! I'll include all the information below about the designer and so on Condition wise, everything is original, this sofa has the period cushions, frame and supports, it is a rare survivor, there are no side arms, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order Dimensions - Height:- 83cm Width:- 191.5cm Depth:- 76cm Seat height:- 45cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Hvidt & Mølgaard was a Copenhagen-based, Danish design and architectural firm which existed from 1944 until 2009. Founded by Peter Hvidt (1916-1986) and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen (1907-1993), the company was a pioneering force in Danish furniture design and industrialized production in the 1950s, creating furniture that was easy to mass-produce and economic to transport. Danish architect-designer Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen was born in 1907. His formative years were spent in Copenhagen, studying at the Aalborg Technical School (graduating in 1924) and at the Art and Crafts School of the Design Museum (graduating in 1928). From 1931 until 1934, he continued his studies in furniture design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under the instruction of Danish master Kaare Klint (1888-1954). Danish architect-designer Peter Hvidt was born in Copenhagen in 1916. He studied architecture and cabinetry at the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen. Subsequently, he worked at various design firms before establishing his own studio in 1942. From 1942 to 1945, Hvidt taught at the School of Arts and Crafts. In 1944, Hvidt designed the Portex Chair, which was one of Denmark’s first stacking chairs. Hvidt, whose design aesthetic was characterized as traditional throughout the 1940s, exhibited frequently at the Cabinetmaker's Guild exhibitions, as both a designer and architect. He also worked with the lighting manufacturer Le Klint on numerous lighting designs. In 1944, the pair co-established Hvidt & Mølgaard Studio, which they ran together until 1975. During this time, the pair created designs for Fritz Hansen, France & Søn, and Søborg Møbelfabrik. In 1950, the pair designed the AX Chair, which solidified both of their careers as industrial designers and became an icon of Danish mid-century design. AX was inspired by the work of American design duo Charles and Ray Eames, and was the first Danish chair that was crafted with both a seat and back made of curved laminated wood. The chair utilized a laminated technique for production which was carried out by Fritz Hansen. The chair’s design allowed for mass production and easy packaging, opening a successful market for Danish furniture to be exported around the world. The AX Chair was eventually accompanied by the AX Table...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Minerva Set, Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful 3-piece Minerva set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen from the 1960s. The combination consists of a coffee table wit...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Teak

Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Sofa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa new upholstered with mokka elegance aniline leather. Legs of mahogany. Model 2212, made by Fredericia Furniture.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Johannes Spalt 'Constanze' Daybed in Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, green fabric, teak, Austria, 1960s. A beautiful sofa that transforms to a daybed designed by Johannes Spalt for Wittman in the 1960s. This daybed is nam...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Marco Zanuso three-seat original "Lady" sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1960s
Located in Skokie, IL
Marco Zanuso three-seat original "Lady" sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Original fabric retains Arflex logo. Reupholstered in houndstooth.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian Red Sofa "Lara" Designed by N. Massari, R. Pamio, R. Toso from 1968
Located in Milano, IT
The iconic Lara sofa, designed by Noti Massari, Roberto Pamio, and Renato Toso for Stilwood, Italy, in 1968, is a timeless work of art that captures the essence of 1960s design. This...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Latex

Florence Knoll Brown Sofa ~ Model 2577
Located in New York, NY
Florence Knoll three seat sofa by Knoll Associates. Model 2577. Original Naugahyde brown upholstery with chrome-plated steel base. Unsigned. USA, circa 1960-1970. Dimensions:...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Tan Leather loveseat sofa solid brass legs by Edward Wormley
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful light tan beige leather 72" 2 seater sofa. Very high quality leather upholstery with 2 seat cushions and tufted buttons on seat back and cushions. Beautiful design by Edwar...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid Century ABCD Set by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning sculptural ABCD set, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968. This amazing set consist of one 2-seat sofa and one 1-seat sofa's. The sofa's are composed of three se...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Illum Wikkelsø Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa, model 'V11', leather, oak, Denmark, 1960s This modern sofa is designed by Illum Wikkelsø and is marked by a clear open layout and the use of neutral materials....
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Oak

Italian Modular Sofa Model Lando Set of Two in Red Velvet & Abs
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Set of two Italian Mid Century Modern modular sofa in red velvet and abs plastic. Place of Origin: Italy Date of Manufacture: 1960s In style: Mid Century Modern Materials & Techniqu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Plastic

European Upholstered Three-Seater Sofa with Stained Wood Legs, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The European perspective on cabinetmaking is exceptional, and wood is omnipresent in mid-century modernism. This sumptuous curved sofa features the immediately recognizable touches o...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s, Danish design, reupholstered 3-seater "Banana" sofa, beige/creamy fabric.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, refurbished-reupholstered Danish "Banana" sofa in quality beige/creamy durable furniture fabric. Supplemented upholstery. Oak wood legs. Original brass springs in the seat and...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pierre Paulin for Artifort ´ABCD´ Settee in Fuchsia Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort, two-seat sofa from the ABCD series, fabric Kvadrat Hallingdal 65 - Color 0563, wood, metal, The Netherlands, design 1968 Beautifully curved and iconic tw...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Kurt Østervig three seater sofa, original black leather and rosewood. 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kurt Østervig three seater sofa in original black leather. Legs of rosewood. Made by Centrum Møbler in the 1960s
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Rosewood

Borge Mogensen Kupe Sofa Model 2193 Fredericia Denmark 1965
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning wingback sofa model 2193 designed by Borge Mogensen and manufactured by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1965. This sofa has solid teak wooden legs and beautiful cognac leath...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Teak

Saporiti Two Seat Sofa with Ottoman in Green-Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Saporiti, two seat sofa, ottoman, upholstered in green-blue textured fabric, metal legs, Italy, 1960s Sofa with ottoman manufactured by Saporiti. This sofa is designed to be sleek, ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

DIVANO vintage SCANDINAVO, 1960
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Bel divano vintage scandinavo risalente al 1960. Oggetto straordinario, dal tipico design scandinavo, ha la struttura in legno di faggio massello curva...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood, Beech

Beautifully Restored MidC Chesterfield Club Chairs in Hand Dyed Leather
Located in London, GB
This really is a very special and most beautiful pair of midC club chairs. We have fully restored the pieces and finished them in our hand dyed leathers using walnut husk as the dye...
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1960s British Chesterfield Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Orange “Saratoga” 3 seater sofa by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 60s
Located in Padova, IT
Thanks to a scholarship obtained in 1958, Lella studied Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology school of architecture and worked as a junior designer in the presti...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa In Dark Brown Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing De Sede DS 11 modular sofa in dark brown patchwork leather, 1970s. This set consists of six elements, of which two with an armrest. De Sede is famous for its high quality, fo...
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1960s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa/daybed in oak and checkered original fabric by Børge Mogensen & Lis Ahlman
Located in Hägersten, SE
Sofa/daybed model 4312 designed by Børge Mogensen. produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik in Denmark during the 1960s. Solid oak and ash frame with brass hardware and original spring mat...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Original Cinna Sandra Sofa In Brown Leather By Annie Hieronimus, 1970s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Original Cinna Sandra sofa in brown leather by Annie Hieronimus, 1970s Beautiful original Sandra sofa in brown leather by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna...
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1960s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is an Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
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1790s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

Gerrit Rietveld Utrecht sofa Metz and Co Netherlands 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
So called 'Utrecht' sofa designed by Gerrit Rietveld and manufactured by Metz and Co in The Netherlands in 1960. This sofa is a special creation by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld for Metz & ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric

Brazilian Design Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Costela Sofa, 1960s
Located in Renens, CH
The Costela (Rib) chairs and sofas by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler became an instant success after their introduction in the Brazilian market, and it wasn’t for long that productio...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

1970's Ultra Modern Sofa with Retro Designer Fabric by Shawnee Penn
By Shawnee Penn
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Sofa with Retro Designer Fabric by Shawnee Penn. Very nice condition. Bal Harbour Florida estate.
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1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1960's Classic Mid Century Modern Blue Leather Chesterfield style Sofa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Classic Mid Century Modern Blue Leather Chesterfield style Sofa. Beautiful blue leather. Miami estate purchase.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS 85 sofa bed by De Sede 60s
Located in PARIS, FR
This sofa bed was produced by the famous Swiss publishing house De Sede in the 60s. De Sede is a Swiss brand of high-quality furniture, founded in 1965 by brothers Helmut, Urs and Eg...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century Tan Leather Long 3 seat sofa solid brass legs by Edward Wormley
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful light tan beige leather 84" 3 seater sofa. Very high quality leather upholstery with 2 seat cushions and tufted buttons on seat back and cushions. Beautiful design by Edwar...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Coronado Two-seater Sofa by Tobia Scarpa in Cognac Leather, 1969
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two seater Coronado sofa designed in 1966 by Tobia Scarpa for B & B Italia, Mobilplast edition, Spain. Upholstered in cognac leather.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

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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