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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Late 18th Century
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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

Brass

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

Swedish Egyptian Revival Period 1790s Painted Sofa with Carved Pharaonic Heads
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Egyptian Revival period sofa from circa 1790 with light painted finish, carved Pharaonic heads, spindle back and carved floral motifs. This ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Egyptian Revival Antique Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tragsofa
Located in Huntington, NY
An intricately carved Swedish Gustavian tragsofa featuring a decorative hand carved Guilloché scrolling apron. Decorative fleurons sit atop fluted tapered legs. This piece has been t...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

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Wood, Paint

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

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Coronado Sofa by Tobia & Afra Scarpa, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Coronado Sofa by Tobia & Afra Scarpa, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
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1960s Italian Vintage Sofas

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Velvet

Harvey Probber Curved Crescent Sofa, 1960s, 2 Available
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now, we have this stunning crescent sofa by design master, Harvey Probber! Picture this: You're lounging in sheer opulence on a sofa that's as curvy as the bird streets, and equally as glamorous. And guess what? We've got not one, but two of these rare 1960's gems, both dressed up in the most lavish off-white bouclé fabric you've ever seen, and priced per sofa. The Crescent Sofa by Harvey Probber is the epitome of swanky sophistication, originally designed in the late 40's early 1950's, Its unique crescent shape cradles you in heavenly comfort, like a warm embrace from an old friend. It's not just a sofa; it's a lifestyle statement. When you think of luxury, this is what you see. Now, about that off-white bouclé upholstery. It's the stuff of dreams, folks. Imagine sinking into those plush cushions, feeling like you're floating on a cloud. It's the kind of fabric that practically begs you to kick off your shoes and sprawl out in utter relaxation. And yes, it's as Instagram-worthy as it gets. #BoucléGoals, anyone? Harvey Probber was a design genius with a vision as big as the moon. Born in 1922, this guy knew a thing or two about making furniture that oozed class and charisma. He took inspiration from design royalty like Edward Wormley, Tommi Parzinger, and Vladimir Kagan. Edward Wormley, the king of mid-century modern, knew how to balance clean lines and timeless elegance. Wormley's influence on Probber is evident in the sofa's sleek, yet inviting silhouette. Tommi Parzinger, with his penchant for glamorous details, inspired Probber to add that extra touch of opulence to his designs. It's all about the details, darling! And speaking of details, Vladimir Kagan's knack for avant-garde shapes pushed Probber to think outside the box (or in this case, the crescent). Kagan's audacious designs encouraged Probber to create pieces that were as daring as they were luxurious. Elevate your home and decor...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Bouclé, Walnut

Werner Langenfeld for ESA Sofa in Black Leather and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Werner Langenfeld for ESA, sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, 1960s This modern sofa features a splendid construction de...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

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Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, FD 451 sofa bed for France & Søn, 1960s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful FD451 articulated two seater sofa bed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn in Denmark around the 1960s. One interesting feature of this ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Cane, Teak

Pierre Paulin pair of early three seater ABCD sofas by Artifort
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare pair of Pierre Paulin sofas, labeled and upholstered in their original fabric, belongs to the ABCD series, which was designed in 1968 for Ar...
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1960s Dutch Space Age Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Brown Leather 2 Seat Sofa wood Legs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Danish modern Brown leather 2 seat sofa Wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Brown leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Birch

Mid-Century two seater sofa model 164, by Arne Vodder for France&son
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century two seater sofa in the model 164 designed in Denmark in the 1960's by Arne Vodder for the editor France&son. Simple and timeless.
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1960s Danish Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Superb 'Grand Prix' lounge chairs & sofa by Sculptor Maurice Calka, Arflex, 1960
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Fabulous, super rare, and monumental sculptural form 'Grand Prix' lounge set by prestigious French sculptor Maurice Calka (1921-1999) for Arflex, Italy, 1960. The upholstery on ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Steel, Nickel

Midcentury 2-Seat Sofa by A.R. Cordemeyer for Gispen, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice 2 seat sofa designed by A.R. Cordemeyer. Manufactured by Gispen in the 1960s. Simple high quality metal structure with maximum comfort. Just restored with new foam and...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Sergio Asti for Poltronova 'Zelda' Sofa in Plywood and Red Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Asti for Poltronova, sofa model 'Zelda', leather, plywood, Italy, 1962. This well-executed sofa features a sculptural plywood frame composed of cut-out angles that contribut...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Plywood

10ft Vintage Mid-Century Sofa/End Table Combination Designed by Florence Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Authentic early sofa and end table designed by Florence Knoll in the mid 1950s. It features a steel frame with eight square, tubular legs and an attached walnut table with glass top...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa, Scandinavian, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa, Scandinavian, 1960s
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Long flat bar chrome frame White 3 Seat Sofa Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern 3 seat long low sofa with flat bar chrome metal base designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Beautiful shape with herringbone cream white upholstery...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

MP-091 Sofa by Percival Lafer, wood and leather, Brazil, 1960S
Located in Argelato, BO
Mid-Century Modern MP-091 3-seater sofa by Percival Lafer in original Brazilian Jacaranda wood and upholstered in original cognac leather. Brazil, 1960s One of the most original and...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Wood

French Sofa -Canape Luis xv Mink Color, Wood
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous Canapé- sofá en Corbeille, in Louis XV style, made of carved walnut wood with plant decorations and 19th century , recently re-upholstery in mink color loop wool or wool bo...
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1790s French Louis XV Antique Sofas

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Silk, Wood

A Swedish Sofa bench Late 18th- 19th century
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A Swedish Neoclassical style painted wood sofa from the late 18th- 19th century, with scrolled arms, acanthus carving, fluted legs and new Belgian linen upholstery. The rectangular b...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Sofas

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Wood

Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'
Located in Oostende, BE
Martin Visser's iconic BR 02 sofa, for Spectrum. This Mid-Century Modern sleeper sofa has been refurbished by us and was given a new pale green qua...
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1960s Dutch Minimalist Vintage Sofas

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Metal

Walnut + Leather 3 Seat ‘Arcata’ Sofa by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, Italy 1968
Located in Chicago, IL
A three-seat ‘Arcata’ sofa designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in 1968. This sculptural sofa features a walnut frame with an arched seat back and arms, whose curves are emphasized...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Leather, Walnut

1960s Vintage Sofa Redone
Located in Chicago, IL
Breathtaking sofa from the 1960s. Reupholstered in a soft blue with custom brass feet. Absolutely stunning and ready to go.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa bed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna, Italy 1960s.
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Sofa bed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna, Italy 1960s. With one simple movement, you can turn this sofa in to a bed. Metal frame and reupholstered with a bei...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

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Metal

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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