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
Large Lounge Sofa in Bordeaux Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970
By Sapporo, Mobil Girgi
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in bordeaux red Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970
A large lounge sofa in leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy,...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Mid-Century Minimal Sofà Carlo Mollino Style Cherry Fabric Green
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian mid-century Minimal Sofà Carlo Mollino style cherry fabric green.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
Maurizio Tempestini, Sofa, Iron, Maple, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s.
Seat height 15”.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
1940s Alfred Christensen 3-Seater Sofa , Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- Newly reupholstered in velvet fabric
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
$2,785 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Flexsteel Thunderbird Sofa
By Flexsteel
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear.
Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit.
All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS.
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Mid Century Modern Flexsteel Thunderbird Sofa...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Spectacular Curved Harvey Probber Even Arm Sofa Chartreus Mid-century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Harvey Probber curved front even arm sofa. The original chartreus velvet fabric still looks great-looks like it was barely used. We love the super deep even arms with a...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$3,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Guillerme et Chambron "José" Sofa for Votre Maison, France 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The company Votre Maison is one that has left an indelible mark on the history of French design. The 'José' model sofa, designed by Robert Guillerme along with his sales partner Jacq...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Lara Sofa by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso for Stilwood in New Bouclé Fabric, 1958
Located in Almelo, NL
Lara sofa by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso for stilwood in New Bouclé fabric 1958.
Incredible so-called 'Lara' sofa designed by Roberto Pamio, Noti Massari, and Renato Toso and manufactured by Stilwood, Italy, 1958. This beautiful puzzle-shaped sofa has a lovely geometrical shape and exists of 2 pieces that fit into each other like a puzzle. This sofa can be freely placed into the room as it's nice and different looking from every angle. The design is made of organic curved lines, alternating with straight, clean lines and curves for an aesthetically beautiful piece from every side. The sofa is recently newly upholstered in an adorable and high-quality white Bouclé fabric. These unique lounge sofas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Foam
Curved Egg Shape Sofa, in the Style of Ico Parisi, Italy, 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb, unusual Italian egg shaped sofa, in the style of Ico Parisi. The sofa has been reupholstered in an ivory pure alpaca fabric and is of a curved, shallow organic form. Ships ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Zoe Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. The Zoe sofa was one of Vladimir Kagan’s last designs. Made by American Leather /Room and Board. Upholstered in original micro suede. The biomorphic shape similar to Kagan’...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare, Iconic "Oasis Sofa" designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. Super stylish curved design that's both functional and comfortable. This ultra rare example ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-47 Buffalo Leather Sofa C. 1970's
By De Sede
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a luxurious black leather De Sede DS-47 sofa, designed and manufactured in the 1970s. This iconic design transcends trends, offering timeless style and unparalleled comfort.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Rare no.26 by florence knoll in showroom condition. Hardly used only re-upholstered and used one time for a photo shooting and very exclusive model redone with very cosy fabric in wa...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Swedish Modern, Freestanding Two Seater Sofa / Bed in Pine & Lambswool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A gorgeous compact two-seater sofa from the 1950s, handcrafted by a Swedish carpenter featuring a solid pine frame with beautiful natural grain. This substantial, heavy piece is desi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Pine
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Sectional Sofa by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing nine-piece sectional sofa by Jorge Zalszupin for L'Atelier. Seven of the pieces are similar shaped, much like slipper chairs on their own and two are triangularly-shaped, ser...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer MP-211 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Percival Lafer MP-211 Mid Century Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Sofa
This sofa measures: 86 wide x 38 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 23.5 inch...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Three-seater And Two-Seater Model 'Kali' By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset
Located in Hellouw, NL
Three-seater and two-seater model 'Kali' by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.We know the illustrious designer and integral part of the French label Ligne Roset from the iconic and best-selling Togo line. But a period of five years before the release of this line, Ducaroy was already developing and releasing models consisting entirely of foam. This model called Kali is a fruit of that period and was designed and released in 1970.We are talking about a two-seater and a three-seater with a pleasant seating comfort. You can really sink into it in a splendid manner. It forces you, as it were, to lounge and to let a sense of relaxation take hold of you. The L-contoured sofas are marked by rounded shapes and a beautiful reupholstery in a shimmering wine red bouclé colorful give this design extra cachet.When we take a look at the seat, a traditional tufting technique is revealed that, in addition to pulling the fabric taut, also adds a beautiful pattern. The stitching on the left side of each sofa bears the Ligne Roset label and the bottom cloth is also original and fully covered with the Roset pattern mark.As indicated earlier, the reupholstery has been redone. With these two you will find yourself a rare Ligne Roset Kali...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Curvaceous Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sloane Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Curvaceous Vladimir Kagan serpentine Sloane sofa. This sofa will definitely need to be reupholstered but the foam and springs are still soft and comfortable. This sofa measures 27"...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
ISA Bergamo, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bronze, Camel Mohair, Settee, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Manhasset, NY
ISA Bergamo, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bronze, Camel Mohair, Settee, 1950s
Modernist sofa designed and produced by ISA Bergamo in the middle of the 20th century. This example feat...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Friso Kramer 'Couchette' Daybed for Auping, 1965
By Auping, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso Kramer 'Couchette' daybed for Auping, 1965. Frame is original condition, mattress and cushions newly upholstered. Frame has visible wear, consi...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Blue 3-Seat Sofa on Wood Base
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa on a wooden base with three seat cushions. The cushioning is in good condition, but needs to be reupholstered. The sofa is structurally s...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Divano 'Maralunga' di Vico Magistretti per Cassina, Anni 80
By Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
Divano con schienale dotato di poggiatesta a posizione regolabile; imbottitura in espanso, rivestimento in tessuto (non originale del periodo, rinnovato) Condizioni molto buone.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$3,447 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Coastal Palm Print Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite vintage coastal rattan sofa, a stunning fusion of tropical elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully curved rattan frame with a rich honey-toned finish, this piece captures the essence of mid-century island living. The plush cushions are adorned with a bold palm print...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Franco Albini Sofa mod. DV33 for Poggi
By Poggi, Franco Albini
Located in Turin, Turin
Franco Albini (1905-1977) lived in Milan where he stuied Architecture at the Politecnico. He started his career at Gio Ponti's studio, with whom he collaborated before getting in tou...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the original and colorfull ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric!
Designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France.
In the 1970s Hans Hopfer created the Mah Jong...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Sofa "Cado" 2 Seater, by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa "Cado" 2 Seater, by Gunnar Gravesen and David Lewis Divano for ICF, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
De Sede "DS-88" Patchwork Modular Sofa, 1970, Set of 3
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-88" patchwork modular sofa, Leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of three.
The De Sede “DS-88” modular sofa, designed in 1970, embodies the Swiss brand's commitment to excell...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
"Cloud" Sofa in Velvet & Walnut, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and iconic "Cloud" sofa designed by the influential Adrian Pearsall. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Wi...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Designer Sofa Bed , Black Velvet , Timeless look , Anfibio by Alessandro Becchi
Located in Milano, IT
Convertible Sofa - Sofa Bed - Iconic Two Seater Sofa - Timeless Design -
Designed in 1965, the Anfibio Sofa by Alessandro Becchi is one of the most iconic convertible sofa beds eve...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Foam
$9,325 Sale Price
20% Off
Gijs Van Der Sluis Eggplant colored Sleeper Sofa Daybed Model 540, 1961
Located in The Hague, NL
Minimalistic midcentury design sleeper sofa-daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis, 1961s, Netherlands.
Model- 540.
Metal black frame and cushions have been reupholstered in a nice eg...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1970's Italian Tufted Leather Sofa by Ambienti Bernini
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE
Very comfortable lounging sofa made in Italy by Ambienti Bernini. It reminds me of the Mario Bellini "le Bambole" sofa but with tufte...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$2,940 Sale Price
40% Off
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
20th Century Teak Wood Kengu Sofa, Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Norwegian Kengu sofa made by the Rybo Rykken manufacture, whose designers are Elsa & Nordahl Solheim. It was produced in 1976. The frame of the sofa is made of bent teak wood. The up...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
$1,800 Sale Price
40% Off
1970s Exclusive Rare Space Age 3-Seater Sofa , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
- Fabric upholstery with minor signs of wear due to age
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Stellar Pair Milo Baughman Yellow Leather Parsons Sofas Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stellar pair of Milo Baughman yellow leather parsons sofas. This pair is in remarkable vintage condition with only light signs of age. The magnificent yellow leather has embroidered blue lines creating a plaid effect-just gorgeous! If you looking for something bold and ready to slip into your swanky...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$9,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
"Matador" Style Four-Seater Sofa in the Manner of Aage Christiansen, USA, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing 60's era low-profile "Matador" style four-seater sofa in the manner of Aage Christiansen. Built in the mid 1960's this unmistakably retro sofa offers vintage charm and ic...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Rino Maturi for Mimo Padova Nuvolone Modular 4 Seats Sofa, Italy 1970s
By Mimo Padova
Located in Naples, IT
Large modular sofa model ‘Nuvolone’ by Italian designer Rimo Maturi for manufacturer Mimo Padova, 1970s. The ‘Nuvulone’ consists of four seats that can be arranged as desired. The s...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Danish Modern Modular Sofa by Peter Hvidt
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern "Minerva" Model Modular Sofa, designed by Peter Hvidt for France and Son, Denmark, circa 1960s. It can be used in various configurations. The two sofas can be pushed to...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa with Iron Frame Attributed to William Armbruster
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific sofa with it's floating back and arms attached to the iron frame is classic post-war design. Attributed to William Armbruster for Edgewood Furniture. A well built pi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
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
Vintage Swedish 1980s Convertible Sofa Lounge Chairs built in Table Daybed
Located in Basel, BS
This unique midcentury design sofa/daybed / Lounge chairs with a table in between is incredibly versatile and minimal!
A beautiful functional design because this piece of very cool...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$4,321 Sale Price
20% Off
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa
This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 28 inches
All pieces of furnitu...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Finn Juhl style Two-Seat Sofa with Dark Cognac-Colored Leather Made in Denmark
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage sofa for 2 persons in the style of Finn Juhl manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s.
It's upholstered with the original dark cognac-c...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Early Pierre Chapo 'S22' Sofa in Elm and Brown Leather
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'S22' sofa, elm, leather, France, design 1967
These S22 sofa is an early editions designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his hallmark use of solid elmwood and a commitmen...
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Elm
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany, United States, design 1952
The 'Oasis' sofa is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Red Gondola Sofa by Carter Manufacturing
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description**
Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item.
Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear.
Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit.
All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS.
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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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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s Italian Sistema 61 Sofa Design by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli
Located in London, GB
This vintage, quite rare, Modular sofa its a splendid Iconic expression of the 1970s Italian design.
This one in particular "Sistema 61 Modular Sofa" is m...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$14,234 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Angled Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin sofa embodies timeless sophistication with its sculptural curved form and sleek modern design. Upholstered in a classic neutral ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$7,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Inc.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall Style Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
This sofa measures: 92 wide x 35 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 21 inches
All pieces of fur...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Tucroma lounge chairs (2) in cognac leather by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Tucroma - Guido Faleschini - i4 Mariani
The best of Italian design, this ‘Tucroma’ set features a tubular chrome frame, original buttery ochre leather upholstery and thick saddle le...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Box Shape Rattan Cane Bamboo Loveseat Sofa Settee Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern box shape rattan cane bamboo loveseat sofa settee mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Cane
Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning mid-century modern five-piece sectional curved sofa Milo Baughman style, in original Jack Lenor Larsen style upholstery. An exceptional sofa both for its form and quality, i...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$14,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ubald Klug 'Terrazza' Sofa Outdoor Version in Fabric Upholstery for De Sede
By Ubald Klug
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ubald Klug DS-1025 'Terrazza' Sofa Outdoor Version in Fabric Upholstery for De Sede, Switzerland. New, current production.
The timeless classic 'Terrazza' sofa by De Sede outdoor ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Le Bambole sofa 2 seats designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1972
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Le Bambole 2 seats sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia.
Polyurethane padding, grained cowhide.
The Bambole series won the Compasso d'Oro award in 1979,
Le Bamb...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Animal Skin
Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall mid century cloud sofa
Sofa measures: 124 wide x 72 deep x 31.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in wh...
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa Model '115' in Yellow Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, model '115', fabric, wood, The Netherlands, 1950s
A Dutch settee by Theo Ruth currently upholstered in a yellow velvet. The back tilts slightly backwar...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Charles and Ray Eames Sofa, 1980s
Located in PARIS, FR
3-seater sofa model ES108 by designers Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s. The base is in polished aluminum. The seat and back are in brown leather. The original leather ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
Located in LEWES, GB
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in original patinated green leather. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor signs of use and wear rela...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, set of four DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather b...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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