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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1920s
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...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Werner Langenfeld for ESA Sofa in Black Leather and Metal
By Werner Langenfeld, ESA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Werner Langenfeld for ESA, sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, Denmark, 1960s
This modern sofa features a splendid construction de...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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 ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Cane, Teak
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...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
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...
Category
1960s Dutch Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam
Mid-Century two seater sofa model 164, by Arne Vodder for France&son
By Arne Vodder
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.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Superb 'Grand Prix' lounge chairs & sofa by Sculptor Maurice Calka, Arflex, 1960
By Arflex, Maurice Calka
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 ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa, Scandinavian, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Teak Sofa, Scandinavian, 1960s
Category
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, 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...
Category
1960s Dutch Minimalist Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vittorio Valabrega Sofa in Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Valabrega sofa, maple, fabric, Italy, 1920s.
Elegant and beautiful two seat sofa with a maple frame, and a vertical striped fabric in green and beige motive. This settee is...
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Maple
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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.
Category
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Karpen Sofa with Pullout Bed
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Karpen Sofa with Pullout Bed Retro Chic Furniture Set with Newly Upholstered Cushions!
Circa 1960
Dimensions:
Sofa-
H 26"
W 1...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Horst Brüning Daybed in Original Black Leather and Chrome
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Horst Brüning for Kill International, daybed model 6915, chrome-plated steel, leather, Germany, 1960s
This well-designed daybed shows a solid construction of delicate lines and rou...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Model 2006-S Platform Sofa in Walnut & Bouclé by Adrian Pearsall for Craft 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Model 2006-S Platform Sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Walnut
Lemax Italian Sofa in Red Fiberglass and Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lemax, sofa, leather, fiberglass, Italy, late 1960s / 1970s
This sofa from Italy is exemplary for the technological advancements and aesthetics of the 1960s and 1970s. The design re...
Category
1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Camel Yellow Leather and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, chrome-plated steel, Germany, 1960s
This streamlined sofa has a simple look, yet the combination of materials and the defined geometry of this piece, this sofa radiat...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and authentic Knut Saeter rosewood sofa, produced by Vatne Mobler. This example has just been freshly reupholst...
Category
1960s Norwegian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Hans J. Wegner Four-Seat Sofa
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner four-seat sofa new upholstered with pure aniline leather.
Original Epeda cushions.
Frame in solid oak.
Model 236/4, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
1960s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brown Leather Three Seat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous Model No. 263 three-seater sofa, designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and produced by Knoll International. These pieces were produced in the late 1960's to ear...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Coronado Sofa by B&B Italia
Located in Tulsa, OK
The evergreen Coronado sofa is the quintessential symbol of relaxation. It comfort is guaranteed by a suspension system made from harmonic steel bands in...
Category
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Polyester
1960s Mid Century Curved Tufted Paisley Chesterfield Kidney Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Chesterfield curved sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best ...
Category
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Retro Mid Century Modern Sleek Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sleek mid century modern wooden sofa with great bones that looks like it's right off the set of Mad Men. Recommend seat cushions be use...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Teak
Italian convertible sofa of Gavina manufacture in white bouclé, label
By Gavina, Dino Gavina
Located in Milano, IT
We bring you the 1970s sofa from the Gavina manufacture, a monument to the ingenuity and aesthetics of Italian design from that tumultuous and innovative decade. This sofa is like a poem written in wood and fabric, a hymn to simplicity and functionality that sings the virtues of modernism in every line and angle. The sofa presents its own label. Solidly crafted in a modernist style, this sofa presents simple but at the same time very modern and geometric lines.
Its rectangular structure is an example of pure geometry, a rectangle of black lacquered wood that serves as a canvas on which a picture of comfort and style is painted. This structure is like a stage, a neutral backdrop that highlights the real stars: the pillows.
Ah, the cushions! Made in tubular and square shapes, they are like geometric clouds floating in this black wooden sky...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Pair of Tobia Scarpa Soriana sofas for Cassina, 2 seatings, cognac leather
Located in BELFORT, FR
Original pair of Soriana sofas designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in 1969. These are vintage ones, manufactured in the 70's in Italy by Cassina. They haven't been renovated, they're in ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1960s Nicos Zographos CH28 Ribbon 3-Seat Sofa in Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a notable and very rare Nicos Zographos CH28 ribbon three-seater sofa in brown leather, produced by Nicos Zographos Designs Inc. The custom fabricate and polished ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Sofa with Fresh Black Naugahyde Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3473 sofa, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. It is constructed from aluminum, iron, and plywood. It was recently recovered (2021) in b...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
1960's Norwegian Bruksbo Safari Sofa in Wood and Leather
By Bruksbo
Located in Knebel, DK
1970's Bruksbo Safari Sofa in Wood and Leather
Midcentury low sling leather safari 2-seat sofa by the Norwegian designer Bruksbo.
The safari sofa cons...
Category
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Birch
60s, Danish design, renovated seater "Banana" sofa, genuine sheepskin.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Refurbished-reupholstered 2 seater "Banana" sofa. Upholstered in quality natural New Zealand sheepskin. Brass springs in the seat and back are retained. Legs of...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1960s Ole Wanscher for AJ Iversen New Boucle Fabric 3-Seat Sofa Made in Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1960s Ole Wanscher white boucle fabric 3-Seat sofa. This is a gorgeous example, which has just been newly reupholstered by the well regarded Forthright NYC uphol...
Category
1960s Danish Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Armchairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for OPE Möbler, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful armchairs "Skrindan" by Kerstin Horlin-Holmqvist for OPE Mobler, 1963, with elaborately crafted walnut frame and loose, tufted, geometrically textured, sand colored cushion...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Modern Brown Leather Three Seat Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather mid-century sofa, circa 1960's. Original leather is soft and supple while also being durable to ensure years of use and enjoyment. Seats have some staining.
Please inquire f...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish Design Classsic GE 290 Three Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for GETAMA, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Renens, CH
One of the most recognized designs by Hans Wegner and probably the whole danish mid-century modern period is the GE 290 sofa and arm chair produced by Getama....
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Tufted Black Leather Sofa, Imported from Europe in the '60s
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Europe, 1960s
High quality tufted black leather sofa with down filled cushions. Purchased from a design store in Amsterdam in the 1960s and ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Three Seat Sofa in White Naugahyde #1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3473 sofa, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. It's constructed from aluminum, iron, and plywood. It may be the original white naugahyde...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Iron, Aluminum
Navy blue and off white panther fabric sofa, 1960s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Navy blue and off white panther fabric sofa resting on four feet covered with fabric . France 1960s.
Category
1960s French Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1970s, Danish design by H.J. Wegner, model GE300, reupholstered sofa.
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s-70s, Danish design by H.J. Wegner. Completely renovated-reupholstered 3 seater sofa model GE300. Quality furniture wool fabric Glasgow in charcoal grey. Brand new upholstery an...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa Suite for Cassina
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Suite for Cassina c1969
A fantastic suite designed by the designer couple Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The suite is multi award winning and considered a design...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
1964 Eames for Herman Miller 3473 Three-Seater Sofa in White Naugahyde #2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 3473 sofa, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1964. It's constructed from aluminum, iron, and plywood. It may be the original white naugahyde...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Scandinavia Modern sofa "Kandidaten" by IB KOFOD-LARSEN
Located in Skå, SE
Discover the timeless elegance of the Scandinavian Modern sofa, "Kandidaten," designed by the legendary Ib Kofod-Larsen. This iconic piece epitomizes the essence of mid-century Scand...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid-Century Leather Sofa
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish sofa, circa 1960's. Original brown leather is soft and supple while also being durable to ensure years of use and enjoyment. Clean modern design that works well with a...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Sofa with Wooden Armrests
Located in High Point, NC
Designed in the 1960’s, this avant-garde four-seater sofa showcases a brutalist base with boldly carved armrests and comfortable upholstered cushions. The juxtaposition of dark patin...
Category
1960s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
1960s Three-Seat Leather Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition
- the leather has signs of use
- seat height 41 cm
- made of leather and wood
- wooden parts show signs of use.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, Beige boucle Fabric, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, Beige boucle Fabric, 1960s
New Upholstery
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Yellow leather sofa germany
Located in Lyon, FR
Large 3 seater sofa from the 60's. Structure of the sofa in chromed steel, seat and back composed of different cushions in yellow leather. Sober and pure lines with a very nice vinta...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1960s Vintage Sofa - Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
I adore this sofa - from the 60s we removed the original yellow fabric, streamlined the sewing in this two toned velvet and added custom brass feet. Absolutely darling with good scal...
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern, ARNE NORELL, Sofa Ilona, leather/fabric/beech
By Arne Norell
Located in Skå, SE
Experience the Scandinavian Modern masterpiece - the Illona sofa by Arne Norell. This iconic piece of furniture is a true testament to the elegance and functionality that epitomize S...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Beech
Folke Ohlsson for Dux ‘Passadena’ Sofa in Grey Upholstery and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux, sofa model ‘Passadena’, walnut, fabric, Denmark, 1960s
This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aest...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Expansive 12-Foot Platform Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic "Platform" sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new heavy ply wool fabric, new support straps and professionally re-finished wood this sofa is perhaps the best conditioned platform sofa available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut base shows exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall this sofa was painstakingly restored using the same techniques, materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates factory...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Great Midcentury Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Great midcentury Danish modern Black leather 3 seat sofa with wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Black leather is soft and shows signs o...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Deadstock Fabric Platform Sofa Set by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 60s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic set of "Platform" sofas is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in their scope, shape and materials used this sofa set is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new dark green and black patterned polyester velvet fabric, new support straps and professionally re-finished wood these sofas make up perhaps the best conditioned platform sofas available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut bases show exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall these sofas were painstakingly restored using the same techniques, materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Drop Arm Knoll Style Sofa in an Orange-Red Velvet
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Elegant 20th century knoll style sofa,
nice reupholstery using plush Orange-Red material with elegant fringing, the side panels fold down, comfortable seating,
nice warm color.
G...
Category
1960s English Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
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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