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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: Early 1900s
Divano mod. 920 di Afra & Tobia Scarpa per Cassina, 1964
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Divano modello "920" di Afra & Tobia Scarpa per Cassina, 1964.
Il modello è quello di un divano a due posti comodi.
Cuscini e rivestimento rinnovato con tessuto lavabile e antimacc...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Illum Wikkelso 'Capella' Set of 2x Black Leather Sofa & Side Table Denmark 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Original condition 'Capella' Set consisting of one 2 -seater sofa, one 3-seater sofa and a side table by Danish furniture designer Kristian Illum Wikkelsø (1919-1999) for Niels Eiler...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Leif Hansen "Model 62" Sofa for Kronen Møbelfabrikken, Denmark, 1960s
By Kronen, Leif Hansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Leif Hansen’s Model 62 sofa is commonly referred to as the “Geisha” and was designed in 1959. This model is a strikingly elegant example of Danish modernism’s streamlined, luxurious aesthetic appeal to contemporary eyes.
This three-seater sofa is made of two types of exotic woods and dressed in a premium light fabric. Its character is created by three main elements: the visually sectioned, fully upholstered body, the wooden accents on the arms, and the distinctively shaped legs. It says a lot when a model is representative not only of a designer, but also of a manufactory. So is the case with this Geisha sofa...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Venetian Baroque Style Fancy Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs by Silik, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This sofa with two armchairs was created by the artisans of the famous Cantù company, Silik, in the 1960s, in Venetian Baroque style, in velvet and embossed velvet, the structure is ...
Category
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Iconic Oversized Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Compartment, USA, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful all original sofa with storage compartment in very good vintage shape by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s, USA.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Illum Wikkelso Leather Sofa in Rosewood and Woven Rattan Cane
Located in Lyon, FR
Rare bench by Danish designer Illum Wikkelso
Rosewood and wicker structure, fawn leather cushion with a beautiful patina.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Palisander
Fully Restored Whisky Brown Leather Lutyen's Viceroy Sofa, circa 1900
By Lutyen’s Viceroy, Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored Whisky brown leather Lutyen’s Viceroy style two seat brown leather sofa with Thom...
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Modernism, Organic Midcentury Sofa, Grey Brown Velvet Oak, Brass, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic / biomorphic and asymmetric sofa. Designed by an unknown Italian designer. Oak legs bear original brass caps, upholstered in brown velvet fabric.
Other designers of the ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Large Sofa "Bodö" Oak, Leather and Wool, Svante Skogh, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Made in the heart of Sweden at AB Hjertquist & Co, Nässjö and designed by Svante Skogh in Sweden, 1960s.
This sizeable sofa is made with an solid oak frame, together with the leathe...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
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...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
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
Original ‘Togo’ designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France 1960’s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original ‘Togo’ designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France 1960’s. This iconic sofa is completely made out of foam and is freshly re-upholstered in a wool blend fabric uphols...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Sofa Djinn Model by Olivier Mourgue in Yellow Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Djinn two-seater sofa designed by Olivier Mourgue in 1965 for Airborne. Metal frame lined with foam and covered in yellow Kvadrat publisher's fabric. The feet have steel Skates. The Djinn sofa whose shape was inspired by the genies of Arabian culture that can adopt any form, human or animal, is a masterpiece of Space Age design. This sofa is an icon of 20th century design made famous by Stanley Kubrick in 2001, A Space Odyssey. This sofa presents sinuous and typical Space Age shapes. The sofa through its wavy perhaps creates harmony and softness to its seat without neglecting the absolute comfort.
Olivier Mourgue.
Born in Paris in 1939, Mourgue, starting from the '60s became known for his series of furniture and household objects with a playful and pop look, typical of those years: such as the lamp Flower designed for Disderot in 1967 and the armchair of the Montreal series...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Mid-Century Danish Modern Beautiful butterscotch Leather 2 Seat Sofa Birch Legs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Danish modern beautiful butterscotch leather 2 seat sofa birch legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful butterscotch leather is buttery soft and shows little to no signs o...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb Chanel back Three-Seat Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb Chanel back Three-Seat Sofa in reupholstered in Gray Flannel.
Solid oiled walnut legs.
Dimensions:
82" wide
30" high
30" deep
22" arm height
18" seat height
Category
1960s American Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Ash Mid-Century Modern High Back Sofa by Frits Eschauzier Jr, 1967
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and one of a kind Mid-Century Modern high back sofa or bench.
Design by Frits Eschauzier Jr.
Striking Dutch design from the 1960s.
Solid ash frame and the cushions are re...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Ash
Daybed by Pierre Chapo Model L06A
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A vintage daybed designed around 1960 by French designer Pierre Chapo. The model name is L06A. The mattress has been reupholstered with high-quality bouclé fabric. It has an assembly...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Elm
Low Back 3-Seater Sofa in Oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A beautiful 3-seater sofa resembling the style of Henning Henry Kjærnulf, forms a rare sculptural find. This sofa, crafted from oak and retaining their original savak wool upholstery...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Illum Wikkelsø Two-Seat Sofa in Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Illum Wikkelsø, two-seat sofa, leather, stained wood, Denmark, 1960s
A design by Illum Wikkelsø featuring modest and subtle lines and shapes that emphasize the clear construction of...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
French Curved Sofa in Pink Mohair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, mohair, stained beech, France, 1960s
This baroque-inspired sofa of French origin features a a voluptuous body with delicate lines and decorative accents. The luxurious and chi...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Beech
1st Gen Dieter Rams RZ620 Sofa for Vitsoe 1962
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Aachen, NW
This timeless iconic sofa was made in the early 60s by Vitsoe and designed by Dieter Rams.
The sofa comes from the iconic RZ620 series and is a first generation example.
The sofa i...
Category
1960s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish Brutalist Sofa in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Beautiful brutalist 3/4-seater sofa attributed to Henning Kjærnulf. The beautiful turned legs give it a rustic expression. Solid oak frame in almost perfect condition.
The item is p...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Hans J. Wegner Three-Seat Sofa, model GE285/3 Oak & Savak wool
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa, original upholstered with striped Savak wool.
Frame in solid soap treated oak.
Model 285/3, produced by GETAMA.
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Danish Modern 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak attributed to Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts and...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mario Bellini 'Amanta' Lounge Chair in Brown Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 'Amanta' lounge chair, fabric and fiberglass, Italy, 1966.
Grand and bulky lounge chair created for comfort. The "Amanta" lounge chairs or modular sofa...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
Danish Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and white fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s.
Seat height: 17”
Category
1960s Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Maralunga Leather Sofa - Settee by Vico Magisretti for Casina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maralunga leather sofa - settee by Vico Magisretti for Casina is essential Italian style and design. Maralunga is a classic of Italian design and has several prestigious awards like ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Stringa Sofa Set by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
"Stringa" sofa designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltranova in 1962. A tubular chrome frame holds leather seats on top of felt upholstered cushions. The leather cushions are attached with ...
Category
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Knoll International 3-Seater Sofa Model 'Bastiano' Tobia Scarpa Leather Cognac
By Knoll, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Köln, NRW
Knoll International 3-seater sofa model 'Bastiano' Tobia Scarpa leather cognac
A classic and chic three-seater sofa from the Bastiano series, designed by the iconic Italian designer...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Marzio Cecchi, Sofa Bed
Located in Firenze, IT
Marzio Cecchi, Sofa Bed
Sofa with pull-out bed, metal and guinea cane frame with cushions upholstered in striped fabric.
Production Italy, circa 1965
Dimensions are:
W101xL255.5xH6...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Suede, Plastic
Sofa S32, Pierre Chapo, France, 1967
By Pierre Chapo
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...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Elm
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
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
Yngve Ekström for Swedese Grey Fabric 2 Seat Sofa, 1960s
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in London, GB
Yngve Ekström was one of the most important figures in the evolution of the Scandinavian Modernism movement and co-founder of the furniture design company Swedese.
This 2-seat sofa is constructed from a pine wood frame with sleek lines and curved corners.
The sofa is formed of two separate seats next to each other with individual seat and back cushions, upholstered in grey fabric with button tufting detailing.
A fantastic example of mid-century Swedish design, this sofa would add a touch of vintage...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Pine
Marco Comolli Sofa in Walnut and Taupe Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marco Comolli for I.C.F. De Padova, two-seat sofa, in walnut and taupe leather, Italy, 1965
This wonderfully aged two-seat sofa has a beautiful all-over patina. Highly comfortable d...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Danish Three-Seater Sofa in Red Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, leather and stained oak, Denmark, 1960s
Very well balanced three seater sofa designed in the manner of Børge Mogensen. This model strongly resembles the famous '2213' sofa designed by Mogensen for his own home, in his goal to create the ultimate sofa. The red brown leather is a wonderful choice for this type of sofa. The shapes, piping and double forms...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Sofa in Black Upholstery and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort, sofa ', fabric, steel, The Netherlands, 1962.
This tufted comfortable two-seat sofa shows elegant steel details. The combination of steel and the black u...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind Moduline Sofa in Navy Green Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, three-seat sofa, chromed steel, leather, Denmark, 1962
Modern and beautiful colored modular sofa, designed by Ole Gjerløv-Knudse...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
Greaves & Thomas Davenport Three Seater Sofa Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Greaves and Thomas Davenport Sofa Three Seater Sofa Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
A very rare, stylish and incredibly comfortable Greaves and Thomas Davenport three sea...
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Foam, Hardwood
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Good Original Condition
Designer: Charles Pfister
Manufacturer: Knoll
Materials: Original Black Leather
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 'Saratoga' three-seat sofa, polyester lacquer and red leather, Italy, 1964.
Lovely sofa named 'Saratoga' is by Italian designer couple Lel...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Polyester
1960's Danish Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa
Located in LYON, FR
1960's Borge Mogensen Leather Sofa.
Cushions have recently been refilled with additional padding. The Leather has been Cleaned and conditioned....
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed By Hans Wegner For Getama Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Danish GE6 Sofa Bed by Hans Wegner for Getama
The model GE6 Daybed designed by Hans J. Wegner for Getama. This brilliantly constructed...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Linen, Teak
Togo Sofa velvet by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Set of 2
Located in Porto, PT
Togo sofa VELVET by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Togo was designed in 1973.
This set is made of 2 modules: 2 seater and ottoman
the dimension of ottoman W87, D80, H34
The uphol...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam
Rare 2 Tier Vladimir Kagan Omnibus Chaise Lounge Sofa Lucite Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Vladimir Kagan Omnibus 2-tier chaise lounge sofa. These pieces rarely come to market and would complement any existing Omnibus sofa sectional. We have several Kagan Omnibus sofa...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
Pamio, Toso & Massari Lara Sofa, Stilwood, Italy 1968
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lara sofa, 1958 was designed by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood. Pamio and Toso were close collaborators. Joined by Massari for t...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tito Agnoli for Arflex Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Tito Agnoli, Arflex
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Arflex, two seat sofa, model '9000', patinated leather, wood, Italy, 1969
This design is characterized by a cubic outer frame that provides a visually interesting co...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Teak Sofa with Mohair Fabric - Mid-Century Elegance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Immerse yourself in the classic beauty of our Mid-Century Danish Sofa, a masterfully hand-crafted piece from the 1960s. Constructed from high-quality teak wood, this sectional sofa i...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Lacquer, Teak, Polyester, Foam, Velvet, Upholstery, Mohair, Wood
Marco Zanuso Style Modern Sofa 1960s
By Marco Zanuso
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.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Teak Pull Out Sofa Bed with Detached Headboard and Sliding Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century teak daybed and matching headboard with storage cabinets and shelves. The headboard is detached, bed can easily be pushed in as a sofa o...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Teak
Gelderland Curved Corner Sectional Sofa
By Gelderland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Mid-Century, elegantly curved, four seat corner sectional sofa by Dutch manufacturer Gelderland. Beautifully designed and still uphol...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell, sofa, model "Kontiki", original.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Scandinavian design by Arne Norell. 3 seater sofa, model "Kontiki" in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Camel brown leather, beech wood, brass straps buck...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig. The ottoman measures 25"x 20.50" x 17" high with cushion. Both are marked Selig.
If y...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wood
Expertly Restored Adrian Pearsall Armless Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates
Located in Medina, OH
The epitome of mid-century modern design is the Armless Gondola designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the 1960s. This specific unit has been expertly restored by Cople...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Cotton, Foam, Walnut
Set of Guillerme et Chambron Sculptural Oak Sofas for Votre Maison, France 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The best design characteristics of Guillerme and Chambron meet in this beautiful set of oaken sofas. The duo’s designs are exceptional for a wide array of reasons, starting from the ...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Roberto Sebastián Matta, Seating System Model “Malitte”, Italy, 1966
Located in Barcelona, ES
Roberto Sebastián Matta
Seating system model “Malitte”
Named after Malitte Pope, Matta´s wife
Manufactured by Gavina (1966-1968)
and Knoll International (1968-1974)
Italy, 1966
Foam,...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Foam
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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