1950s Sofas

An elegant Minerva seating group, designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen and manufactured by France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1957. This iconic modular ensemble...

A Dunbar sofa with mahogany stretchers designed by Edward Wormley. Fully restored and reupholstered in Zinc / Roccapina / Sagone Racing fabric.

A stunning curved three-seat sofa designed by Italian designer Gigi Radice and edited by Minotti. Structure made of solid wood with metal legs. Newly reupholstered in midnight blue c...

Stunning 3-seater sofa by American interior designer and sculptor, Frank Kyle. Relocated to Mexico in the 1950’s, Kyle’s perception of an aesthetic that evokes universal design with ...

We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1950’s cigar brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in lightly restored condition with fully buttoned base and solid walnut turned feet...

Elegant sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa Italy circa 1950 Original seating

Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the pieces. The objects exude an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; their auratic q...

Italian Mid-Century design sofa Peluche 1950s original fabric, designed by Gigi Radice, manufactured by Renzo Minotti, Meda, circa 1957. Including shipping worldwide.

Sofa, wood, fabric, Denmark, 1950s This classic Danish sofa showcases clean, understated lines that highlight the clarity and craftsmanship of its design. It rests on a gracefully p...

A beautiful and confortable "compas" armchair, dynamic angular wood structure, comfortable cream white fabric, in the spirit of Pierre Guariche and French modern by yet unknown desig...

A black-lacquered metal, rattan and cream white vinyl sectional sofa, settee or bench attributed to Van Keppel & Green, USA, c. 1950s. Compare form to "Model 864" In good vinta...

An adjustable wood and fabric paddle-arm sofa designed and produced in USA, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Scuffs and abrasions ...

Osvaldo Borsani in 1953, together with his brother Fulgenzio, realized his most complex project: a company idea named after the "techne" of the Greeks, which means both art and techn...

A curved two-piece green fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered. ...

A wood and red fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Pa...

A cream velvet and wood sofa, model Samspel, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Scat...

Mid-Century Modern Italian sofa, White Fabric, 1950s.

A striking example of 1970s Finnish modernist design, the “Concorde” sofa was designed by Matti Halme for Peem Ltd. Characterized by its low, elongated profile, generously rounded a...

A blue fabric, wood and brass sofa or settee, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible...

An oak and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced by Josep Palau Oller, Spain, c. 1950s. In fair vintage condition, showing significant wear consistent with age and use. S...

A wood and blue velvet sofa, model SK 250, designed by Etienne-Henri Martin and produced by Steiner, France, 1950s. Upholstery distressed; reupholstery recommended. Wear consistent ...

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...

A stylish and extremely well made vintage sofa bed in steel and birch. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. The quality is outstanding, this has beautiful line...

A stunning example of mid century simplicity. Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik 4 seat sofa model 2219. Featuring a solid oak frame with two tone cushions 4 red, 4 grey with ...

Joaquim Tenreiro Three seats sofa Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brasil, 1954 Jacaranda, upholstery From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona Measurements: ...

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 wood and orange vinyl sofa likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Upholstery shows some distress. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.0"H ...

Joaquim Tenreiro Three seats sofa Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçaos Brazil, 1954 Jacaranda, upholstery From the archives of Side Gallery, Barcelona Measurements: ...

Mid-Century Modern wood Scandinavian sofa, circa 1950. With a new upholstery. In original condition, preserving a beautiful patina, with minor wear consistent with age and use. ...

A floral-printed fabric and stained birch sofa designed by Runar Engblom, Finland, c. 1950s. Provenance: Hotel Vaakuna, Helsinki. Minor scuffing on feet. Minor fraying of trim. V...

Danish Modern Sofa in Teal Blue, 1950s. Elegant Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern sofa/love seat in wool fabric and sleek round tapered stained beech legs. Made by unknown Danish mast...

Pierre Guariche (1926–1995) Sofa model “Miami” Manufactured by Meurop Belgium, 1950s Steel, upholstery Measurements 178 cm x 78 cm x 85 cm 70.08 in. x 30.71 in. x 33.47 in...

A green fabric and teak sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Seat height 15". Original fabric ideally replaced. All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

Ico Parisi was an Italian architect and designer, born in Palermo in 1916. His activity, marked by continuous experimentation, consists in an incessant research in the fields of arch...

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...

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...

This spacious 4 seat Paul McCobb Sofa rests on a walnut base with tapered legs. The upholstery is velour fabric. It has straight lines and is very sleek in design. Paul McCobb was on...

Sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s. This sofa has all the flair and vitality of a typical Danish mid-century furniture piece. This particular design invites you to spend more time o...

A wood, green floral vinyl and steel sofa designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina and distress to frame and fabric consistent with age and use. Overall Dimension...

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...

This rare sofa was designed by Olof Ottelin and produced by Keravan Puusepäntehdas for the Stockmann company in Finland in the 1950s. This distinctive two-seat model was named 'Duett...

A rare two-seat version of the Oase sofa, designed by Wim Rietveld and produced by Ahrend de Cirkel in the Netherlands. It dates from around 1960 and is offered in original vintage c...

1950s Sofa attributed to Milo Baughman, black Iron frame and Legs with wooden ball feet, newly reupholstered in Kravet 100% Beligan Linen. Matching Lounge Chair available.

Rare Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. MID 1950'S..Ingenious design as the seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and...

Italian sofa and pair of armchairs from the 50s. We do not know who produced them but they are of great design and very rare. The structure is in excellent condition, only the fabric...

Three-seater sofa. Modernist; from the 1950s/60s; upholstered in burgundy and white napa leather. Mahogany wood base. Dimensions: 84x150x60 cm.

This exceptionally rare two seater sofa was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen and produced by the master cabinet maker Gustav Bertelsen in the early 1950s. The sofa has been newly upholstered in an ivory white wool bouclé fabric with a buttoned back detail. The club shaped legs...

Rare freestanding desk designed by Nanna Ditzel. Produced by Knud Willadsen in Denmark.

Sofa, blue fabric, teak, Scandinavia, 1950s Stunning four seat sofa made in the 1950s. Grand in size, this sofa is not only beautiful in its simplistic shape, it also provides great...

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...

Sofa designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen. Made in Denmark, Great condition. Presented at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition at Design ...

A blue fabric and chrome-plated steel sofa designed by Pierre Guariche in 1954 and produced by Airborne International, France, c. 1950s. Dimensions (inches): 31” H x 83” W x 42” D ...

A black-lacquered iron, rattan and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950. Seat Height (inches): 16.5” Arm Height (inches): 24" Reupholstered in brand new velvet ...

A grey fabric and rosewood sofa designed and produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1955. Presents with partial makers label to underside. Seat Height (inches): 15.25" Arm H...

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 (...

A wood and white fabric sofa designed and produced by Guglielmo Pecorini, Italy, 1954. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Dimensions: 35.75” H x 81.5” W x 33.75“ D Seat height: 20...

BG SUMMER SALE Paul McCobb shaped back sofa model 3137. Manufactured by Custom Craft, USA. 7” Wood splayed legs. Newly reupholstered in JB Martin pi...

This vintage Paul Frankl six-strand white rattan sofa is an iconic masterwork of mid-century tropical modernism, its dramatic silhouette constructed from tightly bundled rattan poles...

An authentic and very comfortable sofa bed with a convertible system, Modernist, Reconstruction, Free Form, with generous curved lines and thick seats in superb original tufted gray ...

Ico Parisi (1916-1996) Rare Egg Sofa - One of a Pair Model 812 with brass feet Children of Amedeo Cassina, Meda, 1953 The dimensions are 177 x 77 cm – height 80 cm Origin: This is o...