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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1920s
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

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Fabric, Wood

Rattan Settee with Schumacher Fabric Cushions, 1920s
Located in Stamford, CT
1920s Adirondack stylish rattan loveseat. Cushions fabricated in a Schumacher fabric.
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1920s American Adirondack Vintage Sofas

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Rattan

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

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

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

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Brass

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

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Leather

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

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Metal

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

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

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

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

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Wood, Beech

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

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

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

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Metal

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

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

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Leather

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

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

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Leather

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

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

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Leather

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

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Sofa from Folke Ohlsson in Rattan and Teak
Located in Skå, SE
Elevate your interior with the exquisite Scandinavian Modern sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux. This iconic piece, crafted in rattan and teak, perfectly embodies the essence of ...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Rattan, Teak

Mid Century Velvet Gondola Sofa By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Mid-Century Modern design with this stunning vintage Gondola Sofa designed by the iconic Adrian Pears...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Wood, Walnut

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

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Suede, Plastic

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia ‘Safari’ Sofa in Saddle Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, ‘Safari’ sofa or bench model 2222, saddle leather, oak, brass, Denmark, 1960s. This rare sofa reminds of the classical foldable 'director-...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Pierre Guariche for Burov 'Monaco' Sofa in Red Velvet and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Guariche for Burov, 'Monaco' sofa, velvet, stained mahogany, France, circa 1960 Pierre Guariche (1926-1995), a multi-talented French designer, interior decorator, and architect left an indelible mark on the world of design. His notable contributions include his pioneering work in residential lighting design for Pierre Disderot during the 1950s, which cemented his position as a master of the Craft. However, Guariche's talents extended beyond lighting, as he also made significant innovations in the fields of furniture design and architecture. This design is part of the 'Monaco' series and features pure, sleek forms. The corpus is executed in a delicate, velvet red upholstery. The base is composed of an elongated X-shaped frame executed in mahogany. Truly, a quintessential example of French midcentury...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Mahogany

Early Danish Settee in Leather and Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee or sofa, stained wood, leather, fabric, brass, Denmark, 1920s. Exceptional example of early Danish design with robust, bulky aesthetics. The frame of the settee is made of st...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass

Yngve Ekström, rare sofa model Kontrapunkt for Swedese, circa 1970
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare sofa model Kontrapunkt designed by Yngve Ekström produced by Swedese Möbler AB in Sweden in the 70's. The sofa is a two to three sites couch made in solid pine and a stripe blue...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Pine

Modular Sofa Straight Units by Tito Agnoli
Located in London, England
3 modules available Height: 70cm Width: 70cm Depth: 70cm Seat Height: 40cm Designer: Tito Agnoli Manufacturer: Arflex Date: 1960s Materials: Dedar Wool Bouclé. Description: Str...
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1960s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Modernist Sofa / Daybed, Black Wood and Fabric, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Modernist Sofa / Daybed, Black Wood and Fabric, 1960s
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa S32, Pierre Chapo, France, 1967
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
To understand this is not a piece of furniture like any other, you have to immerse yourself in the Chapo philosophy ! Complementary, prolific and tireless, the creative couple Nicol...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Elm

1960s 100" Sling Sofa by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan Furniture Oak and Boucle
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A very unique design by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan Furniture of San Francisco Ca. This 1960s sofa suspends from a solid oak frame and appears to float in suspension. A unique hi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Bouclé, Oak

Florence Knoll, Sofa "Parallel Bar" for Knoll, 1954 / 1960. Newly upholstered.
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Two seat sofa model 52 also known as ‘Parallel Bar’ designed by Florence Knoll in 1954 and produced by Knoll International from 1955 to 1973 This sofa is an edition from the v...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Steel, Chrome, Metal

Early 1900s French Sofa: Timeless Elegance in Hand-Carved Wood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with our early 1900s French sofa, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and classic beauty. Skilfully restored by our expert team, this vintage gem retains its original sp...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Sofas

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Wood, Giltwood, Fabric, Upholstery, Linen, Foam

Scandinavian Modern Sofa from Arne Norell "Divina"
Located in Skå, SE
Experience the iconic Scandinavian Modern sofa, the "Divina" by the acclaimed designer Arne Norell. This masterpiece epitomizes the essence of mid-century design, seamlessly blending...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Teak

Rare Gio Ponti Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti sofa, Pierre Frey fabric and walnut, Italy, 1960s Stunning sofa by Gio Ponti. This particular sofa breathes the luxurious feel of well-balanced Italian furniture designs o...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rare Henry P Glass Sofa in Green Boucle and brass legs mid century modern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A stunning sofa designed by Austrian-American designer Henry P Glass for the J. L. chase Company Forecast Group. No sofa was ever mentioned in the JL chase company Forecast Furniture...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass

Mid-century Sofa or Day Bed by Miroslav Navrátil, Interier Praha, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Iconic model by Interier Praha, produced in the 1960's. When unfolded, the bed measures 85 cm in width. Cleaned.
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Rattan Sofa by Isamu Kenmochi , 2022, Y・M・K-NAGAOKA
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
This is a custom-made model, exclusive to CASA DE, produced by YMK Nagaoka (formerly Yamakawa Rattan), which has been manufacturing rattan furniture since the 1950s. The supple curve...
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1960s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Sofas

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Rattan

Børge Mogensen 3 Seater Sofa 2213 in Patinated Black Leather
Located in Herlev, 84
Børge Mogensen 3 seater sofa model 2213 from the 80's, the sofa has been reupholstered about 20 years ago in the current black leather. The...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather

Modular Sofa designed by George NELSON for HERMAN MILLER, 1960s
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Two-seat Sofa designed by George Nelson. U.S.A., Herman Miller, 1960s. Modular Sofa by George Nelson with a strong metal structure including chrome-plated feet. Two vintage red Moha...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Marco Zanuso Style Modern Sofa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Chic Mid-Century Modern sofa with brass legs in the style of Marco Zanuso. Italy, 1960's. Newly upholstered in pebble color JAB indoor/outdoor fabric by Venfield.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass, Steel

Sofa Jules Wabbes original 1st edition.
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa designed by the iconic Belgian designer of the 60s, Jules Wabbes. We are fortunate to be able to present this sofa model in its first original edition "Jules Wabbes". Made fro...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern day bed from ALF SVENSSON & YNGVAR SANDSTRÖM model Carina
Located in Skå, SE
Discover timeless comfort with the Alf Svensson and Yngve Sandström day bed "Carina," an epitome of Scandinavian design. Crafted meticulously from premium oak, this day bed seamlessl...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

1960s Mid Century Walnut & Vinyl Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut & vinyl sofa designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960s.This sofa boasts a beautiful black vinyl upholstery that sits at...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Faux Leather, Walnut

1960s Vintage Beige Upholstered Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful lines and very solid wood construction. New upholstery recommended but the cushions and structure is perfectly intact. Matching side chairs and ottoman available as well - ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon / Gavina by Cassina, Italy, 1960s
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
The success of lacquered models has slowly invested the world market, adding another medal to the history of Italian design. It was in this fervor (we came to 1970) that the Sofa wa...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen for 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 arm cushions, the fabric has some light patina but given that its 70+ years old I think we can forgive it, honestly its in wonderful order Sofa dimensions - Height:- 83cm Width:- 129cm Depth:- 79cm Seat height:- 44cm 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

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Upholstery, Wood

George Nelson Daybed Sofa in Blue Checker Reupholstery by Alexander Girard
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson daybed for Herman Miller in newly upholstered Alexander Girard Maharam "Checker" fabric. George Nelson and Alexander Girard were both A...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

'Zelda' Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltrona, Italy, 1962
Located in Argelato, BO
Sergio Asti, 'Zelda' model sofa for Saporiti, Italy. The two-seater sofa, compact and elegant, has a refined wooden structure of great geometric rigor. It adapts perfectly to both a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Wood

Danish Modern three seater sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W71 D27 H30 SW65 SD18 SH20 AH24 Teak Danish Modern three seater sofa. Item has no major areas of wear and has been fully restored. Item ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Teak

Cherry 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

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Sofa by Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern sofa in teak designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured by Komfort in Norway in the 1960's. This comfortable piece, recently imported rom ...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Teak

Midcentury Modern Sofa "Skrindan" by Kerstin Horlin-Holmqvist, Sweden, 1967
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Rare three seat sofa designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homqvist during the 1967 in Sweden and produced at OPE (Olof Persson Fåtöljindustri) high quality furniture’s. Green original lacquer ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1960s This model reminds of Borge Mogensen's designs. A well-proportioned sofa executed within a simple construction. The dawn-filled cuhions a...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Fabulous Milo Baughman Style Walnut Base Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Milo Baughman style walnut base sofa. The original white nubby fabric is in presentable vintage condition and could be used as is. This piece...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Upholstery, Walnut

PK 31-3 leather sofa by Poul Kjærholm, E.Kold Christensen, Denmark 1960
Located in Renens, CH
Iconic PK31 three-seater leather sofa by Poul Kjærholm, EKC Denmark 1958. This sofa is from the first edition produced by E.Kold Christensen until Fritz Hansen takes over the produc...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

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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