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Mid-Century Modern Sofas

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
De Sede Daybed DS 80 Patchwork Nut Brown Aniline Leather Wood Frame 1969
De Sede Daybed DS 80 Patchwork Nut Brown Aniline Leather Wood Frame 1969

De Sede Daybed DS 80 Patchwork Nut Brown Aniline Leather Wood Frame 1969

$13,360

De Sede Daybed DS 80 Patchwork Nut Brown Aniline Leather Wood Frame 1969

By De Sede

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Vintage DS 80 daybed launched and designed by Swiss De Sede in 1969 It's upholstered with the original high end quality soft aniline nut brown leather. The patchwork pieces are sust...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

$5,600

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An off-white fabric and wood sofa or loveseat designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric ideally replaced, several minor stains. Wear consistent with age and use. ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan

Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan

$24,975

Mid-Century Smoked Sapphire Velvet Sculptural Supported Sofa by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

This Mid-Century Modernist sofa, upholstered in luxurious smoked sapphire blue velvet and featuring sculptural supports, is a masterful example of the work of celebrated American de...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Modern, Sofa with Vintage Patterned Upholstery by Søren Lund, 1970s
Danish Modern, Sofa with Vintage Patterned Upholstery by Søren Lund, 1970s

Danish Modern, Sofa with Vintage Patterned Upholstery by Søren Lund, 1970s

$3,800

Danish Modern, Sofa with Vintage Patterned Upholstery by Søren Lund, 1970s

By Erik Ole Jørgensen

Located in Odense, DK

This classic Danish modern sofa features a clean, timeless design with loose cushions and visible light wooden round legs, characteristic of Scandinavian furniture from the mid-20th ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Beech

1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric
1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric

1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric

$4,850

1950's Rare Danish Corner Sofa Raised on Beech Legs and Green Mohair Fabric

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rare Danish mid-century corner sofa. This sofa was made around 1950 well before corner sofas and sectionals really became a thing and the proportions are reflective of the homes at t...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Mohair, Beech

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful black Leather long loveseat Sofa
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful black Leather long loveseat Sofa

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful black Leather long loveseat Sofa

$2,880Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful black Leather long loveseat Sofa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern beautiful Tan leather long loveseat sofa with white oak wood legs. Beautiful black leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in nicely. Great...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber
Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber

Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber

$5,600

Mid-Century Sofa in the style of Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in Bantam, CT

Elegant sloped arm sofa, comfortable proportions. Sofa was reupholstered in a Maharam wool tweed. Shows minor wear, general good condition.

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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Oak

Important Adjustable 'Roll Back Day Bed' Sofa by Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed
Important Adjustable 'Roll Back Day Bed' Sofa by Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed

Important Adjustable 'Roll Back Day Bed' Sofa by Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed

$95,000

Important Adjustable 'Roll Back Day Bed' Sofa by Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very important piece of design history, and to understand why - it is all in the details, so to anyone interested in modern art and interior design, please keep reading. Vladimir Kagan’s 'Roll Back Day Bed' (model #6718) was originally conceived as a one-off design for a client in the 1950s. Valdimir Kagan selected Rosewood and Lucite, materials he had just started experimenting with at that time, blended it into a futuristic frame with a brass-capped cylindrical adjustable back cushion that can transform the sofa into a daybed and even into a double sided gallery seating system. All on top of Lucite legs giving the appearance the sofa is floating above ground. By all accounts - Vladimir Kagan advertisements, catalogues, the design community and even the team at Vladimir Kagan Designs had it documented that the design (model 6718 Roll Back Day Bed) was first put into production in 1967, however this one - this exact sofa in the photos and listed for sale, IS THE ONE that he created in the 1950s for a special one-off client. And it was later, in 1967 that he decided to bring the design into production, all based on this concept model which we have listed for sale. This is all documented with the Vladimir Kagan archives under registry 25073. They were thrilled to have found this surviving example and have added it into their archives, knowledge-base and timelines. They wrote: "We conducted a detailed review of the Kagan Archive, and we were puzzled to find that Vladimir consistently dated the release of the Roll Back Day Bed to 1967. Also based on Vladimir’s accounts, Hugo Dreyfuss retired in 1960, ending their partnership. This would mean that your example pre-dates the “earliest production date” we have on record for the Roll Back Day Bed or Roll Back Sofa...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1960s
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1960s

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1960s

$7,400

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A blue velvet and wood sofa, model Berlin, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1960s. Likely reupholstered at some point in history. Minor imperfections to fabric on...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Danish Rosewood Mid-Century Daybed or Sofa by Kai Winding for Hundevad
Danish Rosewood Mid-Century Daybed or Sofa by Kai Winding for Hundevad

Danish Rosewood Mid-Century Daybed or Sofa by Kai Winding for Hundevad

$4,795

Danish Rosewood Mid-Century Daybed or Sofa by Kai Winding for Hundevad

By Kai Winding, Poul Hundevad

Located in Southampton, NJ

An outstanding 1960s Rosewood daybed by Kai Winding for Hundevad and Company finished on all sides with original fitted slats featuring beautiful wood grains with warm luster. Scarce...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Felt, Wood, Rosewood

Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$6,800

Svante Skogh, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Svante Skogh

Located in High Point, NC

A green floral-printed fabric and wood sofa, model "Chile" designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Klings, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Minor scuffing on fe...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$6,800

Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By Folke Jansson

Located in High Point, NC

A pink grey fabric, teak and brass sofa or settee, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s. Minor staining to fabric backrest....

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Jean Gillon Paddle Sofa Leather For Probel, 1960
Jean Gillon Paddle Sofa Leather For Probel, 1960

Jean Gillon Paddle Sofa Leather For Probel, 1960

$12,900

Jean Gillon Paddle Sofa Leather For Probel, 1960

By Jean Gillon, Probel

Located in Vienna, AT

Paddel sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel, in leather and wood Beautiful and comfortable sofa in great condition with hardly any wear. We have a pair of chairs available also. Gillon's ...

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s
Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s

Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s

$1,197

Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s

By Miroslav Navratil

Located in Żory, PL

Mid-century sofa/daybed in a simple, minimalist form. Designed by Miroslav Navratil and produced in 1969 in Czechoslovakia. The sofa can be easily folded into a bed. It remains in i...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Modern Danish 1950s Sofa with Stained Birch Frame by Frits Henningsen
Modern Danish 1950s Sofa with Stained Birch Frame by Frits Henningsen

Modern Danish 1950s Sofa with Stained Birch Frame by Frits Henningsen

$4,750

Modern Danish 1950s Sofa with Stained Birch Frame by Frits Henningsen

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Frits Henningsen is famous for his Classic sofa designs most of which were produced between 1935 and late 1940s. This sofa is supposedly one of his later designs a with sharper and m...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Rosewood

Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950

Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950

$27,223

Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

This S.C.A.L. daybed designed by the iconic French designer, Jean Prouvé, is a true Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. This daybed has been meticulously restored to its former glory, ma...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored-Adrian Pearsall Model 2000-S Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates
Expertly Restored-Adrian Pearsall Model 2000-S Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates

Expertly Restored-Adrian Pearsall Model 2000-S Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates

$10,895

Expertly Restored-Adrian Pearsall Model 2000-S Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form
Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form

Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form

$7,800

Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large vintage 2 piece sectional sofa with a gorgeous form. It features 2 sections with a low profile sculptural look. Feet are low profile 1 inch cylinders. Fabric is original and ...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

$6,750

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful super cool Danish 1940s curved three seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This mode...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa
Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa

Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa

$6,400

Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful very cool Danish 1940s curved sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This model is from ar...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

$7,600

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Sizable and very elegant Danish 1930-40s curved sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This model is...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

The Bastiano 4seater sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1966
The Bastiano 4seater sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1966

The Bastiano 4seater sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1966

$22,500

The Bastiano 4seater sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1966

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina

Located in View Park, CA

The Bastiano 4seater sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1966. Hailing from the estate of multihyphenate artist and fashion icon Nadia Lee Cohen, this piece is not for ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Rounded Silhouette Sofa In Ebony Wood Back & Eggplant Velvet By Jose Castro
Rounded Silhouette Sofa In Ebony Wood Back & Eggplant Velvet By Jose Castro

Rounded Silhouette Sofa In Ebony Wood Back & Eggplant Velvet By Jose Castro

$15,640 / item

Rounded Silhouette Sofa In Ebony Wood Back & Eggplant Velvet By Jose Castro

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This striking and luxurious sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and dramatic design. It features a plush, upholstered seat for superior comfort. The sofa is defined by a continuous ...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood

Stringa Two seater black leather upholstery sofa by Gae Aulenti
Stringa Two seater black leather upholstery sofa by Gae Aulenti

Stringa Two seater black leather upholstery sofa by Gae Aulenti

$6,966

Stringa Two seater black leather upholstery sofa by Gae Aulenti

By Gae Aulenti

Located in London, GB

" Stringa " sofa with original black leather upholstery on tubular chrome frame, designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova 1965 Italy

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1960s Reupholstered Dusty Pink Velvet 'Palazzo Torta' Sofa
1960s Reupholstered Dusty Pink Velvet 'Palazzo Torta' Sofa

1960s Reupholstered Dusty Pink Velvet 'Palazzo Torta' Sofa

$16,334

1960s Reupholstered Dusty Pink Velvet 'Palazzo Torta' Sofa

Located in Florence, Tuscany

I love a 'Palazzo Torta' sofa. These wonderful round sofas are mainly found in large palazzi or in old hotels in Italy. This one was found in Naples - it was made in the 1970s and we...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Silk, Velvet

Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s
Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s

Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s

$3,770Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Elegant two-seater sofa designed by Cesare Lacca in Italy during the 1950s. This sculptural piece embodies the refined balance between organic form and architectural precision typica...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1990s
Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1990s

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1990s

$26,000

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A green velvet and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan Design Group, USA, c. 1990s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Pre-restoration images ava...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Czechoslovak Green Leather Sofa, 1970s
Mid-Century Czechoslovak Green Leather Sofa, 1970s

Mid-Century Czechoslovak Green Leather Sofa, 1970s

$1,554

Mid-Century Czechoslovak Green Leather Sofa, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

This Mid-Century Modern three-seat sofa was produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1970s and represents the refined functionalist approach of Central European design. Constructed with a s...

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1970s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Maralunga Sofa in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Sofa in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Sofa in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

$12,000

Maralunga Sofa in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A “Maralunga” sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. Original caramel leather upholstery. Sourced in Northern Italy. The Maralunga sofa, designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Modern Norwegian Leather and Wood Safari Style Loveseat
Mid Century Modern Norwegian Leather and Wood Safari Style Loveseat

Mid Century Modern Norwegian Leather and Wood Safari Style Loveseat

$3,299 / item

Mid Century Modern Norwegian Leather and Wood Safari Style Loveseat

By Arne Norell

Located in Lutz, FL

Vintage 1970’s Scandinavian Loveseat styled after the Inca by Arne Norell. Outfitted in the original dark brown leather on beechwood frames with canvas back. High back with headrest ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Beech

De Sede 'DS-1025' Terrazza Sofa Pair by Ubald Klug, 1970s
De Sede 'DS-1025' Terrazza Sofa Pair by Ubald Klug, 1970s

De Sede 'DS-1025' Terrazza Sofa Pair by Ubald Klug, 1970s

$34,500 / set

De Sede 'DS-1025' Terrazza Sofa Pair by Ubald Klug, 1970s

By Ubald Klug, De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic De Sede 'DS-1025' Terrazza sofas by Ubald Klug, 1970s. Upholstered in rich dark moss green leather. Designed for quintessential Swiss manufacturer De Sede. Its distinctive lay...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot
Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot

Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot

$4,800

Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot

By Artifort

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A super groovy well built sofa made by Artifort in the Netherlands. Fabric is original & in poor condition. Needs a basic recovering to be excellent.

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Early 2000s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

70's Selig Rosewood Upholstered / Leather Strap Sofa
70's Selig Rosewood Upholstered / Leather Strap Sofa

70's Selig Rosewood Upholstered / Leather Strap Sofa

$4,400

70's Selig Rosewood Upholstered / Leather Strap Sofa

By Selig

Located in Cincinnati, OH

An exceptional stunning slab-sided Brazilian rosewood cube styled sofa with upholstered seat cushions. The loose cushions sit on thick black leather straps that are held by chromed a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Sofa Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Mid Century Sofa Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Mid Century Sofa Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

$1,117

Mid Century Sofa Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

By Miroslav Navratil

Located in Praha, CZ

This Mid Century Modern sofa / daybed was designed by Miroslav Navrátil and produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. A strong example of Central European modernism, the piece bal...

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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa By Rowe Furniture
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa By Rowe Furniture

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa By Rowe Furniture

$7,800

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa By Rowe Furniture

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern gondola sofa was produced by Rowe Furniture Co. in the 1950s designed in the style of Adrian Pearsall's gondola sofa model 2640-S, the hottest sellin...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen
Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen

Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen

$38,000

Rare early 20th century Sofa by Frits Henningsen

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Allerum, SE

Rare and elegant early 20th century mahogany and leather sofa by Frits Henningsen with leather-covered back, with Neoclassical tapered legs terminating in cube feet. ca 1930s Denmark...

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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful wool 3 Seat Sofa Birch Frame and Legs
Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful wool 3 Seat Sofa Birch Frame and Legs

Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful wool 3 Seat Sofa Birch Frame and Legs

$2,200

Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful wool 3 Seat Sofa Birch Frame and Legs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Danish modern light blue wool 3 seat sofa Birch wood frame and legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful light blue striped upholstery is soft and shows little signs of us...

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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Wool

Edward Wormley for Dunbar “Tête-à-Tête” Sofa, Model 5009, circa 1955 Mid Century
Edward Wormley for Dunbar “Tête-à-Tête” Sofa, Model 5009, circa 1955 Mid Century

Edward Wormley for Dunbar “Tête-à-Tête” Sofa, Model 5009, circa 1955 Mid Century

$14,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar “Tête-à-Tête” Sofa, Model 5009, circa 1955 Mid Century

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An elegant and sculptural Tête-à-Tête sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1955. This iconic mid-century design exemplifies Wormley’s mastery of proportion and his abili...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

De Sede 'DS-2011' Chocolate Leather Sofa, Swiss 1983
De Sede 'DS-2011' Chocolate Leather Sofa, Swiss 1983

De Sede 'DS-2011' Chocolate Leather Sofa, Swiss 1983

$2,450

De Sede 'DS-2011' Chocolate Leather Sofa, Swiss 1983

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking vintage De Sede 'DS-2011' sofa, designed in Switzerland in 1983. This iconic piece features a captivating low-slung, curvilinear profile, upholstered in thick, high-qualit...

Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Elegant Velvet Sofa with Piping Detail & Upholstered Feet By José Castro
Elegant Velvet Sofa with Piping Detail & Upholstered Feet By José Castro

Elegant Velvet Sofa with Piping Detail & Upholstered Feet By José Castro

$11,100 / item

Elegant Velvet Sofa with Piping Detail & Upholstered Feet By José Castro

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This comfortable and modern sofa is a study in streamlined design and understated elegance. It features a plush, upholstered seat and back, the contours of which are gracefully outli...

Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro
Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro

Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro

$14,840 / item

Customizable Double-Back Sofa In Ultra Suede Fabric By José Castro

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This striking and sophisticated sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and modern design. It features a graceful, upholstered curved form that creates an inviting and fluid silhouette....

Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Form Settee or Sofa in Wool
Danish 1940s Curved Banana Form Settee or Sofa in Wool

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Form Settee or Sofa in Wool

$6,200

Danish 1940s Curved Banana Form Settee or Sofa in Wool

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant Danish 1940s curved loveseat /sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. Sol...

Category

1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood
Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood

Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood

$1,992

Vintage 80's Italian Modern Sofa in Cognac Leather and Wood

Located in Palermo, IT

Beautiful leather sofa. Wooden frame with curved sides and decorated with a lattice pattern. The back, side and seat cushions are padded and covered in cognac leather with a zipper. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa With Wraparound Wood Back By José Castro
Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa With Wraparound Wood Back By José Castro

Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa With Wraparound Wood Back By José Castro

$15,640 / item

Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa With Wraparound Wood Back By José Castro

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This striking and luxurious sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and dramatic design. It features a plush, upholstered seat for superior comfort. The sofa is defined by a continuous ...

Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa
Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

$12,500

Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century orange nap upholstered platform sofa with floating walnut frame and end tables on both sides (ADRIAN PEARSALL) Torn Upholstery, Not Good Shape

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970

$22,200

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage large serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1970s. This sculptural piece epitomizes Kagan’s mastery of organic, flowing forms, featuring a bold ki...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

$7,400

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Classic Danish Midcentury Three-Seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's
Classic Danish Midcentury Three-Seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's

Classic Danish Midcentury Three-Seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's

$3,950

Classic Danish Midcentury Three-Seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic and very elegant lines by one of the early Danish iconic designers made around early between 1945 and 1950. Backrest and seat nice and firm and frame raised on Cuban mahogany...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech, Mahogany

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa

$11,500

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Mid-century Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Arflex, Marie Burgos Design, and Antonio Citterio. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $203 and tops out at $430,372 while the average work can sell for $6,767.

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