Weiman left an indelible mark on the history of American furniture manufacturing as a leader in mid-century modern design. Its high-quality work included fabric upholstered and on-trend sofas, chaise longues and lounge chairs. Weiman also created many beautiful solid wood pieces, like side tables and end tables full of charm and character.
Weiman came onto the American furniture scene in 1935 in Rockford, Illinois, a city known for its furniture manufacturing industry. Weiman expanded in 1941 with the construction of a large factory. According to Rockford Streamlined, it was “one of the very finest factories in all the world of furniture.” While it industrialized its manufacturing processes, Weiman continued to focus on heirloom quality pieces with excellent craftsmanship.
Over the years, Weiman developed a more modern style. The company’s upholstered furniture was often inspired by innovative developments in design. It acquired a reputation for bold and colorful pieces that customers could personalize to their tastes.
In 1979, Weiman became a subsidiary of leading furniture manufacturer Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. to continued success over the subsequent decades. In 2003, Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. announced that the Weiman division would acquire assets of upholstery manufacturer Preview Furniture, Inc., creating Weiman Preview. The new company offered a stronger lineup of contemporary furniture and worked with designers like Vladimir Kagan, M.F. Harty and Stanley Jay Friedman.
Contemporary decor company Interlude Home Inc. purchased Weiman Preview in 2006 to expand its accent furniture collection. The purchase transformed Interlude Home Inc. into a custom furniture brand now known for upscale designs.
On 1stDibs, find classic Weiman seating, tables, case pieces and more.
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...
Leather
Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Monumental serpentine snake sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan and Milo Baughman. This unique modular curved sofa consists of three interlocking sections reupholstered in ...
Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood
1990s Weiman Curved Abstract Sofas, Set of 2
By Weiman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, curved sofas you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best,...
Upholstery, Wood
$27,635
H 35.44 in W 149.61 in D 149.61 in
Exceptional Large Curved Sectional Sofa, Postmodern France, 1970s
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Striking modular curved sofa from the late 1970s, with a strong postmodern character and a playful, almost sculptural silhouette. The design is composed of multiple rounded seating e...
Linen
Weiman Midcentury Sculptural Curved Sofa
By Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan Style Weiman Mid Century Sculptural Curved Sofa This sofa measures: 93 wide x 43 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and ...
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A kidney-shaped sofa that features a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back. These sofas are newly produced and have been handcrafted with a solid hardwood frame, m...
Upholstery
$13,500 / set
H 38 in W 92 in D 54 in
Awesome Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Bilbao Sculptural Sofas
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the early 1990s by American design icon Vladimir Kagan, this pair of sofas was made by Weiman Preview, now known for their production of many iconic designs from Kagan, F...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$4,425Sale Price|25% Off
H 29 in W 84 in D 37 in
B&B Italia “Balillo” Postmodern Sofa, White Bone Leather, Sculptural Curved Arms
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Mckinney, TX
A sculptural statement piece by B&B Italia, the Balillo sofa embodies the bold elegance of postmodern design. Upholstered in a supple, creamy bone-colored leather, its striking s...
Leather
$8,900
H 30.75 in W 87 in D 35 in
Vladimir Kagan “Matinee” Sofa/ Daybed for American Leather, Postmodern
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vladimir Kagan "Matinee" sofa/ daybed produced by American Leather, 2007. Pewter leather with soft light grey backrest and grayish brown bolster pillows. Backrest easily lifts off t...
Leather, Upholstery
1950's Curved 2-Piece Tapestry Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a stunning, never before seen, curved 2-piece mid century sectional. We adore the original tapestry fabric. This Sofa is so unique, we have never seen another and our searc...
Fabric, Wood
Postmodern Serpentine Cloud Sofa
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Raleigh, NC
1980s serpentine cloud sofa produced by Weiman. The seat has rounded ends and dramatic curves. The backrest curves with the sofa and continues the rounded motif. Supported by two rou...
Fabric, Foam
Vintage ‘Nautilus’ Swivel Lounges - a Pair
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Weiman
Located in Raleigh, NC
Postmodern swivel lounges produced by Weiman ‘Nautilus’ lounges. This pair combines comfort and versatility of style. The rounded back design that perfectly slopes. The backrest shap...
Fabric, Foam
Mid-Century Walnut Three Seater Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, De Ster Gelderland, Bertil Fridhagen, J.B. Van Sciver Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century walnut frame three-seater sofa. Newly reupholstered with new foam and new fabric. The fabric is a rich deep blue mohair. A moody pop of color that compliments the warm wo...
Fabric, Mohair, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century ‘Gondola’ Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century ‘Gondola’ sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s. Iconic mid-century design with walnut accents. Long profile sofa sitting atop sculpted walnut legs. ...
Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Gondola Style Sofa by Kroehler
By Craft Associates, Kroehler Mfg. Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century sofa manufactured by Kroehler and very much in the style of Adrian Pearsall, i.e., the Gondola Sofa. This long sofa sits atop a sculptured walnut wooden base. The suppo...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid-Century Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century Cloud sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1960s. This design by Pearsall is low profile and features a gently curved silhouette. Long and extreme...
Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut
