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Color:  Blue
Mid-Century Grand Italian Curved Sofa in Sky Blue Upholstery and Wood 300cm
Mid-Century Grand Italian Curved Sofa in Sky Blue Upholstery and Wood 300cm

Mid-Century Grand Italian Curved Sofa in Sky Blue Upholstery and Wood 300cm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Large curved sofa, fabric, rosewood, Italy, 1950s A generously sized curved sofa rooted in the Italian mid-century design of the 1950s. Upholstered in a soft, slightly muted blue fa...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Vintage Postmodern Curved Side Blue Leather Sofa
Vintage Postmodern Curved Side Blue Leather Sofa

Vintage Postmodern Curved Side Blue Leather Sofa

By Preview, American Leather

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage Post Modern Blue Leather Curvy Sculptural 3 Seat Leather Sofa. High quality soft and thick top grain leather in a rich teal blue color with curved sides, and single long seat...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Danish Banana Curved Sofa in Bright Blue Upholstery
Danish Banana Curved Sofa in Bright Blue Upholstery

Danish Banana Curved Sofa in Bright Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Banana sofa, fabric and stained beech, Denmark, 1960s. This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid construction of round shapes and curvaceous lines. The seating area and the backrest ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Saporiti Large Sofa in Structured Turquoise Upholstery
Saporiti Large Sofa in Structured Turquoise Upholstery

Saporiti Large Sofa in Structured Turquoise Upholstery

By Saporiti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Saporiti, sofa, fabric, metal, Italy, 1950s Large sofa manufactured by Saporiti. This sofa is designed to be comfortable, soft and inviting. It has three seats with round sloping ar...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman
Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman

Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman

$2,550Sale Price|60% Off

Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman

By Weiman

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. Serpentine Cloud Sofa by Weiman in original fabric.

Category

1980s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Lucite

Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery
Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery

Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Modular sofa, fabric, brushed metal, Italy, 1970s A postmodern design of Italian origin with an ingenious construction comprised of three seating elements and five/six loose backres...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery
Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Substantial Sofa in Delicate Striped Green Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, Europe, 1970s/80s A robust and substantial sofa, exuding a playful charm through its distinct geometric form. The sofa's three back cushions seamlessly integrate into...

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1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian Freeform Curved Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery
Italian Freeform Curved Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery

Italian Freeform Curved Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, iron, brass, Italy, 1950s This eccentric sofa features an interesting composition. The seating area and the backrest are organically sha...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Iron

Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Ficks Reed

Located in High Point, NC

A moulded bamboo, rattan and blue fabric sofa produced by Ficks Reed, USA, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally replaced. Moderate wear to rattan consistent with age ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '67A', steel, fabric, United States, design 1958, production 1960s/70s This sofa model 67A is designed by Florence Knoll for Knol...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E019, Blue Velvet Nobilis col.13
Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E019, Blue Velvet Nobilis col.13

Modular and Customizable Sofa 'Lapis' E019, Blue Velvet Nobilis col.13

By Amura Lab, Emanuel Gargano

Located in Paris, IDF

'Lapis' is a collection of sofas and seats with very organic and Minimalist shapes. Designer: Emanuel Gargano Maker: Amura Lab 'Lapis' can be made in several dimension and combinat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Cotton

De Sede DS-600 Non Stop Modular 38 Elements Snake Sofa 2015
De Sede DS-600 Non Stop Modular 38 Elements Snake Sofa 2015

De Sede DS-600 Non Stop Modular 38 Elements Snake Sofa 2015

By De Sede, Ueli Berger

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental bespoke De Sede DS 600 Non-Stop snake sectional sofa featuring a dramatic indigo blue velvet upholstery. The custom ordered sofa is from a Samantha Todhunter Design instal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se
Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se

Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se

Located in Van Nuys, CA

An original restored 1950's teal rattan living room set features a pair of lounge chairs and a 3-piece sectional sofa. This sofa and chair set features the famous six-strand square p...

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1950s American Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Paint

George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa
George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa

George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Luxurious George III Style Sofa, designed with a mahogany frame and upholstered in sumptuous blue velvet. The sofa is characterized by its deep-s...

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20th Century George III Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

A French Blue Velvet Sofa, C. 1960
A French Blue Velvet Sofa, C. 1960

A French Blue Velvet Sofa, C. 1960

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A chic and sophisticated French sofa, circa 1960, upholstered in rich blue velvet with a sleek, ebonized wood base. The low-profile silhouette and clean lines reflect the refined mod...

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Mid-20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy
Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 3 modules, Corduroy Dimensions: 240 x 85 x 68 cm 94.4 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 3 modules, Scala SC15 Sky The Pillow Sofa Modul...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman
Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of vintage 1970's chrome framed cantilevered loveseat sofas in the style of Milo Baughman and similar to seating groups of the period by Selig and Bernhardt's Flair division. T...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Balic Blue Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Balic Blue Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Style Sculptural Sofa In Balic Blue Velvet

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A sculptural interpretation of midcentury modern elegance, this curved sofa is upholstered in rich chocolate velvet that adds depth and warmth to any setting. The tailored silhouette...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Sofa Pro in Light Blue
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Sofa Pro in Light Blue

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Sofa Pro in Light Blue

Prices vary dependent on the color and material. Available in fabric or leather. Sofa designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched by Cassina ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Two-Seat Sofa by Cassina
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Two-Seat Sofa by Cassina

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC2 Two-Seat Sofa by Cassina

Sofa designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched by Cassina in 1965. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Fauteuil Grand Confort, petit modèle Ar...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711
Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711

Tito Agnoli Original fabric sofa bed for Cinova Mod. 711

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Milano, IT

At the height of the Seventies, in an era of innovation and avant-garde design, a sofa was born that remains a testimony to the genius of Tito Agnoli and the craftsmanship of the Cin...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian Sofa in Vibrant Blue Velvet
Italian Sofa in Vibrant Blue Velvet

Italian Sofa in Vibrant Blue Velvet

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, blue velvet, metal and brass, Italy, 1950s Elegant sofa with voluptuous armrests. These wide armrests are balanced out by the slender and delicate metal legs that have a beaut...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s Grete Jalke Sofas With Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery
1960s Grete Jalke Sofas With Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery

1960s Grete Jalke Sofas With Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery

By Grete Jalk, Johannes Hansen

Located in London, GB

Four Available: 1960s Grete Jalke Freestanding Sofas With Stained Oak Legs and Blue Wool Upholstery and made by Johannes Hansen. Require reupholstery. Wool with stains, wear and defe...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored
1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

1950s Italian 2-Seater Sofa , Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered in Velvet fabric - Sturdy and stable

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970
Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970

Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970. Original upholstery and new chrome plinth base. Measures 25.5” tall 91.5” long 35” deep.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 5 Sections for Verpan
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 5 Sections for Verpan

Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 5 Sections for Verpan

Located in Tilburg, NL

Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 5-piece Cloverleaf Sofa. Seats at least 9 people in a very interestin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina
Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina. In the various models of Fauteuil Grand Confort, grand modèle, the concept of modernity is expressed t...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour, beech wood legs.
1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour, beech wood legs.

1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour, beech wood legs.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 3-seater curved sofa. Blue furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered about 10 years ago by craftsman. Manufactured by Danish ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Art Deco Style Scroll Sofa
Art Deco Style Scroll Sofa

Art Deco Style Scroll Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Art Deco-inspired C-scroll form back upholstered sofa with curbed back and scroll form arms, a tight concave fronted seat with two throw pillows, and an over an upholstered base. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Stunning Asian Bird of Paradise Upholstered Sofa Chinoiserie Midcentury
Stunning Asian Bird of Paradise Upholstered Sofa Chinoiserie Midcentury

Stunning Asian Bird of Paradise Upholstered Sofa Chinoiserie Midcentury

By Billy Baldwin

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning Chinoiserie style upholstered sofa with fabulous vintage bird of paradise floral fabric. This stylish sofa is actually all the rage right now and is in remarkable vintage co...

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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa in the Manner of Harvey Probber
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa in the Manner of Harvey Probber

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Sofa in the Manner of Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-Century Modern chrome sofa in the manner of Harvey Probber, circa 1960s. Our team of expert craftsmen professionally reupholstered the sofa in a beautiful Olympic blue color. It ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Antonio Citterio, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antonio Citterio Esosoft sofa Manufactured by Cassina in Itlay A living room system designed to define the domestic landscape in a fluid, flexible manner. This is Esosoft ? the firs...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century
Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century

Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous pair of Vladimir Kagan cloud serpentine sofas made by Directional. These pair retain their original periwinkle blue ultra-suede fabric in nice vintage condition-some wear sp...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Lucite

Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona

Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona

By Muller Van Severen

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Muller Van Severen's Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL Editions, the Pill...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century
Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century

Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century

By Harvey Probber

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful 2 piece signed Harvey Probber sectional sofa. This piece is in vintage condition with it's original floral tapesty fabric which does show wear. This sofa will definitely n...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Gervasoni FLAIR Hexagonal Outdoor Sofa - Gabriele & Oscar Buratti
Gervasoni FLAIR Hexagonal Outdoor Sofa - Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

Gervasoni FLAIR Hexagonal Outdoor Sofa - Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

By Gervasoni

Located in Alcamo, IT

Flair, designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti for Gervasoni, is an outdoor sofa that combines modular design intelligence with a soft and contemporary aesthetic. The collection is defi...

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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Steel

1970s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa Bed Relax Atollo Blu Jeans Becchi Giovannetti
1970s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa Bed Relax Atollo Blu Jeans Becchi Giovannetti

1970s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa Bed Relax Atollo Blu Jeans Becchi Giovannetti

By Alessandro Becchi

Located in Casalguidi, IT

The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years. Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Curved sofa by Federico Munari, Italy
Curved sofa by Federico Munari, Italy

Curved sofa by Federico Munari, Italy

By Federico Munari

Located in Tourinnes-la-Grosse (Beauvechain), BE

Beautiful curved Federico Munari sofa, in blue velvet. Iconic piece of Italian design.

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Retro Armless Sofa in Maharam Hearth
Retro Armless Sofa in Maharam Hearth

Retro Armless Sofa in Maharam Hearth

Located in Nyack, NY

Our armless sofa features a deep bench seat, and split back cushions sit atop an ultra-thin deck elevated on cylindrical steel legs to create a sleek, retro feel. Made in America, an...

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2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz

By Artifort

Located in New York, NY

The bras invites you to make yourself comfortable, and embraces you. Reclining and taking it easy, or sitting cosily in a corner, enjoy the relaxation and comfort offered by this bea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery
Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery

Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa in Oak and Blue Upholstery

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA, three-seat sofa, oak, fabric, Denmark, 1950s. This sofa is characterized by a splendid design that epitomizes a simplistic, natural and timeless aestheti...

Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century Canadian Teak Pull-Out Sofa Bed in Blue Upholstery, 1970s
Mid-Century Canadian Teak Pull-Out Sofa Bed in Blue Upholstery, 1970s

Mid-Century Canadian Teak Pull-Out Sofa Bed in Blue Upholstery, 1970s

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A stylish and functional Mid-Century Canadian pull-out sofa bed featuring a warm teak frame and vibrant blue upholstery. This versatile piece embodies the effortless modernism of lat...

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

De Sede DS-909 Landscape Modular Sofa by De Sede Design-Team & Yonoh Studio
De Sede DS-909 Landscape Modular Sofa by De Sede Design-Team & Yonoh Studio

De Sede DS-909 Landscape Modular Sofa by De Sede Design-Team & Yonoh Studio

By Yonoh Studio, De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

he DS-909 FLOW is more than just a sofa; it’s a philosophy, and embodies de Sede's firm belief that true mastery lies in combining tradition and innovation to find solutions for futu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Blue 3-Seat Sofa on Wood Base
Mid-Century Modern Blue 3-Seat Sofa on Wood Base

Mid-Century Modern Blue 3-Seat Sofa on Wood Base

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa on a wooden base with three seat cushions. The cushioning is in good condition, but needs to be reupholstered. The sofa is structurally s...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modern Gentle Vís a Vís in Teal Fabric and Bronze Metal
Modern Gentle Vís a Vís in Teal Fabric and Bronze Metal

Modern Gentle Vís a Vís in Teal Fabric and Bronze Metal

Located in New York, NY

The Modern Gentle Vis-à-Vis blends comfort and refined craftsmanship, featuring a smooth, inviting shell contrasted by a quilted leather base with striking vertical stitching. A bron...

Category

2010s Portuguese Other Sofas

Materials

Metal

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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.