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
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
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
Two Georg Thams Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the sofas has a different cushion from the other 8, though it appears to be a close match. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$3,400 / item
Leather Modular Sofa Set by Rolf Benz 1990s
By Rolf Benz
Located in Debrecen, HU
A truly stunning and elegant vintage leather sectional sofa set, crafted by the renowned high-end manufacturer Rolf Benz in Germany during the 1990s. This exceptional piece consists of four separate seating units, offering incredible flexibility and customization.
The sofa features round and rectangular headrests that are removable and adjustable, allowing them to be positioned anywhere along the seat backs for maximum comfort. The set also includes a stylish, round glass table that can be attached to the back of the seating units and positioned in various locations. The table is rotatable and made from especially thick, durable glass, adding an extra touch of luxury.
The seating units can be arranged in multiple configurations, allowing the sofa to perfectly adapt to your space and needs. This set represents not only comfort and functionality but also an iconic piece of 1990s modernist design. It’s the perfect choice for those who value quality, timeless style, and unique solutions.
Make your home extraordinary with this beautiful Rolf Benz leather sofa...
Category
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$4,305 Sale Price / set
20% Off
DS-11 Patchwork Sectional Sofa for De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DS-11 seven piece burnt red leather sofa c.1970s, for De Sede, Switzerland. The modular system consists of three corner seats and four center seats all upholstered in the original pe...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$19,500 / set
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Banana Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen "Banana" sofa model 220. Manufactured by Slagelse Furnitureworks in Circa 1960. Original red wool fabric with Pirelli rubb...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Shelter Sofa
This sofa measures: 88 wide x 43 deep x 38 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Willo Perron Sausage Sofa For Bd Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Willo Perron Sausage Sofa For Bd Barcelona
The Sausage Sofa is BD’s latest addition by designer Willo Perron. First released in a limited edition in collaboration with Our Legacy W...
Category
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$14,400 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé is a magnificent piece of mid-century modern design that embodies both the elegance and functionality characteristic of the period. This stunning daybed is a testament to the timeless appeal of Prouvé's work and a must-have for any discerning collector of mid-century modern furniture.
Crafted by Ateliers Prouvé in France in the 1950s, this double daybed showcases the purity of Prouvé's design philosophy. The metal frame is both sturdy and lightweight, and the new upholstery adds a touch of comfort to this functional masterpiece. The daybed has been restored to excellent condition, ensuring that it will last for many years to come.
The S.C.A.L. double daybed's simple and elegant lines make it a versatile piece that will suit any interior design scheme. Whether used as a sofa, daybed, or guest bed, this piece will make a statement in any room. The new table tops have been redone to original measurements, ensuring that the entire piece retains its original charm.
In summary, the S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé is a stunning example of mid-century modern design that will add both beauty and functionality to any space. Its high-quality materials, simple lines, and exquisite craftsmanship make it a true work of art that is both comfortable and durable.
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S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé.
Manufactured by Ateliers Prouve, France, circa 1950.
This bed has been restored.
Metal frame, new upholstery.
In good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Tables has been redone new according to original measurements.
Jean Prouvé (1901-1984), French Industrial and furniture designer and architect. Jean Prouvé is one of the most influential furniture designers of the early modern design movement, Jean Prouvé introduced the machine age and Industrial engineered modern design aesthetic to interiors in the steel, aluminum and architecture he created. He then continued her experiments with different materials.
Jean Prouvé was born into an artistic family in Nancy, France, his famous father, Victor Prouvé...
Category
1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$40,193 Sale Price
31% Off
Italian Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Miami, FL
Fantastic Italian sofa from the 1950s. Very much in the style of Gio Ponti.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Kurt Østervig Attributed Large Danish Four-Seat Sofa, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Amazing sofa sleek organic design lines and just the epitome of the best the Danish designers of the 1960s had to offer. Some of these fantastic designs were in many ways the last ho...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chair, 1960s Full Restoration by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Collectible Vintage Italian armchair anonymous designer in the 1960's.
This iconic design piece has been completely restored from the frame and special brass legs to a complete new ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
$4,898 Sale Price
20% Off
Modular DS-600 Sofa by Berger, Peduzzi, Vogt & Ulrich for De Sede, 1970s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Modular Sofa by De Sede in leather and fabric composed of 11 elements, Model: DS-600, Modular sofa. Seat height 40 cm
Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
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Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Great Italian On The Rocks modular sofa in orange by Francesco Binfaré for EDRA
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
On the Rocks by Edra — A Sculptural Masterpiece in Motion
Design by Francesco Binfaré
Discover a rare blend of artistry, comfort, and radical flexibility with On the Rocks — the mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa Model 4907A/ Brass Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 108" long, 4 back Cushions Sofa with the desirable Brass Legs! Often described as the most beautiful sofa of it's time! Design is still classic and timele...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Two-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Foam
DOOQ Sofa Settee with Weaved Texture and Lamb Fur Single Man, width 240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Sofa settee with black and white weaved texture natural lamb fur in taupe color, solid wood frame and polished brass fittings. Includes 3 decorative cushions like in the pictures. Ne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sectional Sofa 'Mississippi' by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Sectional Sofa 'Mississippi' by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s - New Upholstery
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Morro Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Morro sofa is our deepest and largest scaled sofa featuring a biscuit tufted seat, loose back cushions and a geometrically sculpted base. Available in American walnut or white oa...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,535 / item
Sofa in Rosewood, Leather and Chrome by Percival Lafer, 1970's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Rosewood, Leather and Chrome by Percival Lafer, 1970's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood, leather and chrome
Style: Mid century, Brazil
Produced by Lafer MP in Braz...
Category
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Charlotte Perriand Refolo Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Refolo Sofa For Cassina
Envisioned in Tokyo in 1953 by Charlotte Perriand and still remarkably relevant today, this modular system can be used as a low coffee tab...
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$36,211 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 11
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown alpaca velvet, Italy, 1970, set of eleven.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Velvet
Two-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Foam
Two-Seater Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam and leather. The collection features an ergonomic design with polye...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Textile
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofa, B&B Italia
Located in Raleigh, NC
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, B&B Italia
An icon newly restored. Features Pollack Textiles "Modern Dance" Upholstery(black on light khaki).
66" long, 36" deep, 29" high, 1...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$12,500 / item
Danish Mid Century Modern Black Leather Four Seat Sofa
Located in Lutz, FL
Long and sleek black leather four seater Danish Modern Mid Century sofa on chrome legs circa 1960’s. Perfectly aged and Patinated with plenty of room for guests or lounging, medium s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
After Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Sofa by ISA Bergamo, 50s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Daisy model sofa with wide and comfortable backrest, conical beech foot, good condition of the padding, cushions with springs.
The velvet is original from the time but a new upholst...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech
$9,088 Sale Price
20% Off
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa Black Leather, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Brazilian rosewood sofa black leather, 1960. Completely restores and upholstered in black leather.
This piece is composed of solid rosewood struct...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
This sofa measures: 123 wide x 70 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat heigh...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Saporiti Italia Wave Sofa Giovanni Offredi 1970 Dreisitzer Design
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Dreisitzer von Saporiti Italia aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf für dieses stabilen und äußerst komfortablen Sofas stammt von Giovanni...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Camaleonda Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iconic modular sofa Camaleonda designed by Mario Bellini for B&B. This sofa has a radical modular design that gives people unparalleled freedom to configure it however they desire. T...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$21,526 / set
Adrian Pearsall ‘Platform’ Curved Sofa in Walnut and Butter Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, ‘platform’ curved sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a sol...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa Directional USA 1999
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This sculptural lounge sofa, designed by the renowned Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the United States in 1999, stands as an iconic piece of modern furniture design. K...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut and Blue Raf Simons Fabric for Cimon Montréal, 1963
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Luigi Tiengo and produced by the Canadian manufacturer Cimon in 1963. The sculptural shape of the elongated arms, the winged back and the slightly incl...
Category
1960s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Mid-century modern Boomerang sofa by Olavi Hänninen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Add a touch of mid-century modern luxury to your space with the Olavi Hänninen 1960's Boomerang sofa. Crafted from rich mahogany, this iconic piece features the legendary boomerang s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage floral sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of Paolo Buffa, of fine Italian manufacture.
The sofa has...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,391 Sale Price
20% Off
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in a beautifully soft premium, taupe, pure alpaca fabric. Marked on the under...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Alpaca
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Capitol Complex Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Capitol Complex Sofa For Cassina
Capitol Complex Sofa is the settee designed by Pierre Jeanneret with an iconic wood structure in the form of an inverted ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
$12,246 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Togo Sofa in original black leather, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Togo sectional sofa in black leather designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s for Ligne Roset.
Among Ligne Roset's most recognized pieces is the Togo line of seating, designed by Mic...
Category
1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Faux Black Leather Jack Cartwright Tufted Even Arm Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
A gorgeous and large mid century modern sofa. This beautifully tufted Black faux leather sofa with a chrome base was designed and made by Jack Cartwright..This is an elegant and per...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$3,920 Sale Price
30% Off
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet covering and legs in brass and black lacquered metal. It is recommended to replace the lining...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
$2,774 Sale Price
20% Off
De Sede Ds 63 Three-Seater Sofa in Patinated Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 three-seater sofa in patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Robust DS-63 modular three-seater sofa. This De Sede sofa ensures ultimate c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Italian Corner Sofa for Ariberto Colombo, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
L corner sofa designed by Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo Cantù.
The sofa, as shown in the photo, is L-shaped, has a depth of 165cm and a length of 240c...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$3,348 Sale Price
20% Off
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2208 with Black Leather by Fredericia Furniture, Denmark
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sofa for 2 persons model no. 2208.
It's upholstered with the original black leather. The legs are made of mahogany.
The cushions are fill...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Mahogany, Feathers
Kanz - Sofa Green & White Striped (Set of 3) by Hermhaus
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Kanz modular sofa by hermhaus has a peaceful and serene design with its simple lines and original details. The Kanz sofa, which will bring a stylish, comfortable and spacious eff...
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Oak, Velvet
$10,500 / item
De Sede DS-86 Two-Seat Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-86 Two-Seat Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1960s
A timeless example of Swiss design excellence, this DS-86 two-seat sofa by De Sede, crafted in the 1960s, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Percival Lafer, MP-97 Sofa, 1970's
Located in Barra Funda, SP
Comfortable and sleek sofa designed by Percival Lafer, circa 1970s. beige leather cushion sits atop leather support straps. The base of the sofa and legs are carved rosewood and the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Custom Made Classic Style Sofa In Rich Bronze Brown Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This luxurious sofa offers a modern interpretation of a classic design, distinguished by its deep, all-over button tufting across the back, arms, and front base. Upholstered in a ric...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Real Leather Armchairs by Cinova, 1964s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of armchairs upholstered in genuine leather-colored leather were produced by the famous Italian company Cinova, in the 1960s.
Cinova made use of the collaboration of great...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$2,678 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Premium Poltrona Frau Petronio Down Filled Royal 2-Seater Sofa Chestnut Leather
Located in Dronten, NL
Distinctive Poltrona Frau Petronio sofa from the premium collection in the late 1970s.
This extremely comfortable down-filled 2-seater is upholstered in premium quality chestnut lea...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Large High Back Ploum Sofa by Ligne Roset
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Great Ploum Sofa by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Ligne Roset. This ultra coveted sofa is the epitome of comfort. Form and function.
Sofa is pre-owned and in fair condition. The...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset Beige Corduroy Togo Sofas, Set of 5
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Classic French Togo set by Michael Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Foam
Italian Sofa, 1970s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian sofa, 1970s.
Dimensions: H= 76 cm; W= 129 cm; D= 82 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$388 Sale Price
50% Off
Mood Armchair with arms Red by Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Open since 1997 and based in Lisbon, Portugal, a country with a long crafts tradition, Mambo Unlimited Ideas' design team researches for innovation and creativity developments around...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$5,450 / item
Alberto Roselli for Sapporiti Confidential Mid Century Italian Leather Sofa
By Saporiti
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Alberto Roselli for Sapporiti Confidential Mid Century Italian Leather Sofa
This sofa measures: 93 wide x 33 deep x 25 inches high, ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's
Located in Hellouw, NL
This curved sofa would not have looked out of place on a film set a la Visconti. Besides the fact that it could have been a glamorous setting for an intimate dialogue between Cardina...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa 2408
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates sculptural sofa 2408
Offered is a beautifully all original 'Gondola' sofa (model 2408) designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft A...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Leather 2-seater sofa Coronado by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Italy ca. 1960
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1960 / 2-seater sofa / Coronado / Tobia Scarpa / B&B Italia / leather / mid-century / vintage / Italian design
This extremely comfortable Coronado two-seater sofa was desig...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Modern Red Gondola Sofa by Carter Manufacturing
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern Red Gondola Sofa by Carter Manufacturing. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching on frame. Frame has been glued at several joints on the legs. Sofa has a little wiggle front to back but is structurally sound. Upholstery is recently new but has a couple pea sized spots which are almost unnoticeable. Outdoor listing pictures might appear slightly darker or more red than the item does indoors. List prices are established based on designer/manufacturer, condition, uniqueness, and the investment in the piece by VintageVaultTulsa. Please request additional pictures of condition prior to purchase.
104" long
30" tall
32" deep
15" seat
243S1500
Carter Manufacturing Company, sometimes referred to as Carter Furniture, is another significant name in mid-century modern furniture, known for its contributions to the design movement in the United States. Here are some key points about Carter Manufacturing Company:
1. **History and Origin**: Carter Manufacturing Company was established in the mid-20th century in Salisbury, North Carolina. The company became well-known for its production of high-quality modern furniture.
2. **Design Philosophy**: Carter's designs are characterized by their sleek lines, functional forms, and use of high-quality materials. They often reflect the principles of mid-century modern design, focusing on simplicity, elegance, and practicality.
3. **Materials and Craftsmanship**: The company used a variety of materials, including solid woods such as walnut and teak, as well as other materials like metal and glass. Their craftsmanship emphasized durability and a high level of detail in construction.
4. **Notable Designs**: Carter Manufacturing Company produced a wide range of furniture, including dining tables, chairs, coffee tables, and cabinets. Their designs often featured innovative use of space and materials, making them popular choices for modern interiors.
5. **Influence and Legacy**: While perhaps not as widely known as some other mid-century modern brands, Carter Manufacturing Company played an important role in the American furniture industry during the mid-20th century. Their pieces are appreciated for their quality and design, making them desirable among collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century modern furniture.
6. **Collectibility**: Original Carter pieces are sought after in the vintage furniture market...
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