1950s Sofas

'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and seating have new foam. As a square the couch is measured W230xD116xH76cm. As the shape i...

This unique curved sofa is simple and striking. Despite the understated, elegant colours, this model is still an accent piece that stands out thanks to its materials and appearance. The structure relies on an interior frame covered by the upholstered fabric. In contrast to the constructivist models produced by the members of the Bauhaus, this aesthetic is more in favour of a relaxed and welcoming look. The design uses essentially geometric forms that exude warmth by the nature of the materials. The absence of arms and the ergonomic angle at which the seat and back meet creates an impression as if the sofa is opening up, enhancing both the visual and sitting comfort of the design. The crisp lines are ever so softly rounded on the edges adhering to the modernist design idioms, while the wooden lower structure and tapered legs showcase straighter lines. The black cow hide...

Corner sofa composed of three solid wood pieces with a metal elastic base. Artisanally upholstered in grey wool bouclé with adjustable legs finished in brass caps.

Elegant sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa Italy circa 1950 Original seating

Stunning bentwood three-seat sofa manufactured by Thonet, circa 1950s. Features a super stylish organic curved line bentwood arm frame, brass accent details on the back and upholster...

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A striking example of sculptural mid-century modern seating, this vintage curved sectional sofa embodies the era’s fascination with organic form and conversational design. Featuring ...

An Italian sofa by Osvaldo Borsani, dating to the early 1950s, distinguished by its winged back, slender tapered legs, and remarkably balanced silhouette. The line is restrained yet ...

1950’s French oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron. New upholstery. Arm height 22

Vintage Paul T. Frankl inspired double "Floral Rose" arm, three-seat three-strand sofa with 3 poll rose design along the side of the arm, and deep cushion scoop base. Custom cushion...

This 1950s Italian sofa features a sleek metal frame. Its cotton fabric upholstery, with Dedar's distinctive 'Tiger Mountain' design, adds a touch of unique and timeless style. Meas...

This lovely “Duetto” loveseat was designed back in the 1950s to bring the sitters closer together. This intention is clearly traceable in Ottelin’s drawings, where the back was drawn as hands embracing the users. A loveseat derives its name from holding two people close to one another. First invented in the 17th century, this two-person chair was originally intended for women wearing large dresses with hoops to sit comfortably. In the Nordic countries, loveseats, such as this model, were typically made of quality woods with fully upholstered bodies to enhance the cosiness. This rare “Duetto” is unquestionably Ottelin’s most distinctive sofa model. This is primarily due to the peculiar back that has a heart shape and envelopes towards the front to form the arms as well. At the top, the edge curves outward creating a welcoming and open look. The homely curviness and precision clearly show the influence of Werner West, Ottelin’s teacher. The body, upholstered in honey-coloured sheepskin, is paired with tapered, lacquered wood legs. This combination is a true Nordic characteristic, keeping the tradition of using organic materials at its core. As this “Duetto” sofa shows, the shapes and forms of Nordic minimalism of the mid-century are infinitely interesting. Additionally, the stylish look is always paired with the highest quality craftsmanship, here provided by the Finnish furniture company, Kervo Snickerifabrik, Oy Stockmann. The Kerava cabinetmaking company was founded on February 1, 1862 and Ottelin served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. This sofa has been reupholstered recently in premium sheepskin. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 60.23 in W x 29.52 in D x 34.25 in H; Seat height 17.32 in 153 cm W x 75 cm D x 87 cm H; Seat height 44 cm About the designer: Karl Olof Ottelin (Helsinki, 3 May 1917 - Helsinki, 9 February 1971) was a Finnish interior designer and furniture designer who, in the 1950s, was the director and chief designer of Stockmann's furniture department. Ottelin began his studies at the Central School of Art and Design in 1939, but had to suspend his studies for 1941–1944 due to conscription. He graduated as an interior designer in 1946 and started at Stockmann's drawing office in 1948. He served as director of the company's furniture department from 1953 to 1954 and as artistic director of interior design from 1955 until his death in 1971. Ottelin's best-known products are modern wooden chairs, but he also designed cabinet and shelving systems and extensive interior design for a variety of properties. In 1952, Olof Ottelin designed the furniture for the Swedish School of Economics in Helsinki together with Lisa Johansson-Pape (lamps), Yki Nummi (coloring) and Dora Jung...

Oak sofa with original green wool mélange upholstery. Scandinavian production, 1950s/60s. Scandinavian three-seater sofa produced in the 1950s/60s, featuring a teak frame with light...

This rarely seen Danish Sofa was designed by Erik Osterman and H. Høpner Petersen for Godtfred Petersen in the late 1950s. It boasts clean lines, accentuated by thin, stained-oak spl...

An aluminium and light grey fabric sofa designed by Ward Bennet and produced by Lehigh Leopold, USA, c. 1950s. 18” seat height.

Sofà Mid-Century Italian design velvet and brass, Isa Bergamo production. The velvet is original from its 1950s and below it has a photo that has been rep...

Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The sofa embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplifi...

MArtin Eisler (1913-1977) & Carlo Hauner (1927-1997) Sofa (two units available) Manufactured by Forma Moveis Brazil, 1955 Caviuna wood legs, velvet and cotton upholstery Measurements 240 cm x 77 cm x 72h cm. 94,48 in x 30,3 in x 28,3h in. Literature Casa & Jardim, 1956. Nº 92 Provenance: Private collection, Sao Paulo Bio: Beside Carlos Hauner, Martin Eisler (1913­-1977) was the founder for the iconic Brazilian furniture company Forma. He was born in Vienna, Austria, and studied architecture in his country. In 1938 he moved to Buenos Aires. After meeting Carlos Hauner in Brazil, he started traveling there frequently to collaborate on designs and, they founded Forma to sell their own designs as well as pieces licensed from Knoll International. Eisler also opened Forma in Buenos Aires, along with partners Arnold Hakel and Susi Aczel...

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa with Built-in Sideboard, Italy, 1960s

A "parallel bar" frame sofa with a button tufted back on chromed steel legs.

Listed for sale is an original Florence Knoll three-seater sofa, designed by the renowned Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates. This example was produced during the later ...

Divanetto panca 2 posti vintage più 2 poltrone in legno curvato e seduta in corda intrecciata in buone condizioni ma da rivedere la corda intrecciata. Il divanetto misura: Larghezza ...

This comfortable three-seater sofa “Susanna model” was designed in the 1950s by Oiva Parviainen and manufactured by Lahti Lepokaulusto. The sofa is presented on a minimalistic elegan...

A stunningly beautiful sofa designed by the legendary Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Mobelfabrik. Exceedingly rare in rosewood this piece has remarkable grain pattern and is presented ...

An oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s. Seat height 18”.

Designed by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, modern Brazilian sofa, iron, and velvet. Brazil, circa 1950s. Shell or "Concha" sofa is made of iron and recently reupholstered in yellow velvet by the experienced craftsmen in our team. The upholstery was chosen considering the contemporary proposal of the piece. The sofa features a comfortable seat, clean design, and freedom of user movements and is constructed in a frame with metal rods elegantly positioned to give strength to the piece, a common trait of designers. The buttons velvet coated between seat and backs were used, by the designers, for an excellent velvet finish, and the restoration proposal was to maintain them. Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner were the primary designers for the iconic Brazilian furniture...

Modern Milo Baughman for Pacific Iron style Black Wrought Iron Loveseat with Creamy Beige Suede. Featuring a solid Black Wrought Iron (5/8D) sturdy framework, detailed with capped fe...

Very rare and exceptional 4 seat PK31 sofa. This stunning sofa is designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1950's. Beautiful and high quality original black lea...

A floral-printed fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric shows some distress ideally replaced. Wear consistent with age and use. Ov...

Loveseat by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb c.1950s USA. This sofa features rounded stained beech wood frame with armrests. The cushions have been newly reupholstered in a gray ...

Three seater sofa model GE-290/3 designed by Hans J. Wegner and produced by Getama. The sofa is made in soap treated oak with original cushions and original branded manufacturer stam...

Marco Zanuso (1916-2001) Published by Arflex. IX Triennale" corner sofa with metal frame upholstered in foam and covered in blue velvet, resting ...

This magnificent sofa frame is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert custom upholstery service is available. A fabulous restored vintage sofa...

Mid-Century Modern "Naeko" sofa by Kazuhide Takahama - New Upholstery.

A red fabric and oak lounge sofa or settee designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and produced by Votre Maison, France, 1950s. Fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimensio...

A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Small tears on seat cushions, vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition. Wea...

A refined example of Scandinavian mid-century design, this elegant three-seater sofa was produced by the renowned Swedish manufacturer Bröderna Andersson in the 1950s. Founded in 19...

A very rare and rather exceptional sofa compact by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This example is special for a few reasons. It is a very early model as evidenced by the Centre met...

A stained beech and fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Wear to wood consistent with age and use Vintage fabric in fair condition consistent with age and use L...

Rare and elegant French winter garden sofa from the 1950s. Updated by its previous owners with wooden seat and back inserts as well as new upholstery, this white lacquered wrought-ir...

A beige-lacquered wood and beige Japanese floral printed silk sofa, model SK 250, designed by Etienne-Henri Martin and produced by Steiner, France, 1950s. Wear consistent with age a...

Banana sofa, faux leather, stained wood, brass, Denmark, 1950s This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid construction of round shapes and curvaceous lines. The seating area and the b...

This exceptionally rare freestanding sofa was designed by Poul Volther and produced by the cabinetmaker Erhard Rasmussen in Denmark. This exact sofa was presented at The Copenhagen C...

Mid-century red curved sofa 1950s Italian design wood feet, restored.

A very rare and rather exceptional sofa compact by Charles Eames for Herman Miller. This example is special for a few reasons. It is a very early model as evidenced by the centre me...

An elegant curved sofa designed by Federico Munari, embodying the soft, sculptural language of Italian design from the 1950s. The sweeping silhouette wraps gently around the seating ...

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1950s - New Beige Upholstery.

A four strand pretzel sofa after Paul Frankl freshly recovered in a green Knoll fabric. Recently MillerKnoll closed the East Greenville location & our region was briefly flooded with...

1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original red/beige furniture wool and beige furniture velour. Beech wood legs with brass details, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no ...

Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with a solid wood frame and green velvet upholstery, brass legs, and black lacquered metal. It is recommended to replace the worn uphol...

Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; its auratic qual...

A carved oak and green fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 78.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (...

PK 31 /2 sofa settee by Poul Kjærholm, manufactured by first manufacturer Ejvindt Kold Christensen Denmark (marking on last photo). Sofa comes with original upholstered frame panels...

Wonderful vintage rattan Campaign style Ficks reed Far Horizon Collection sofa designed by John Wisner. We love the warm light brown bamboo color on...

A green velvet and black-lacquered adjustable sofa / daybed designed by Louis Paolozzi and produced by Zol, France, c. 1957. Loss of black paint and oxidation present to metal. Re...

Pierre Jeanneret, SI-41-B sofa in teak and reupholstered in black leather. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...

This rare daybed / sofa was designed by Poul Volther and produced by Gemla Fabrikers AB in Sweden, 1955. This particular model was named Diva and numbered 981. The base is in solid oak wood and can be folded down to create a (day)bed. The cushions have been completely renewed and are upholstered in a striking pink and white jacquard fabric...

Italian sofa from the 50s. We do not know who produced it but it is of great design and very rare. The structure is in excellent condition, only the fabric should be replaced. The sh...

This beautifully restored Mid Century ten-strand square pretzel arm rattan 3-seater sectional sofa with custom-made cushions available C.O.M. and finely constructed rattan frame. Exp...

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa in Style of Paolo Buffa, White Fabric