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

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.

Style: Mid-Century Modern

Daybed sofa GS195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani 60s, 70s

$3,831

Daybed sofa GS195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani 60s, 70s

By Gianni Songia, Sormani

Located in Padova, IT

Condition: Good condition with small signs of age and use especially on the feet The GS195 sofa, designed by Gianni Songia for Sormani in 1963, is a highly regarded Mid-Century Mode...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

$35,000

Sergio Rodrigues Mole Sheriff Sofa, Jacaranda Rosewood, Leather, 1960's

By Sergio Rodrigues, ISA Bergamo

Located in Culver City, CA

This sofa is absolutely stunning! It’s one of those rare pieces that looks just as beautiful—if not more beautiful—from the back as it does from the front. It floats effortlessly in ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

1960s–1970s Inspired Channel-Back Sofa, Textured Velvet With Brass Tapered Legs

$6,800Sale Price / item|20% Off

1960s–1970s Inspired Channel-Back Sofa, Textured Velvet With Brass Tapered Legs

By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A sculptural sofa defined by rhythm, curvature, and architectural channeling. The enveloping backrest and arms are articulated with deep vertical channels that create a continuous sh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Red Mid-century 3-seater Leather Sofa by Edra, Italy 2000

$7,782

Red Mid-century 3-seater Leather Sofa by Edra, Italy 2000

By Edra

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A bold and sculptural seating piece, this 2000 Italian sofa by Edra brings together the brand’s unmistakable design language with a nod to mid‑century modern aesthetics. Upholstered ...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Danish Modern Long Sofa Designed by Johannes Aasbjerg Teak Legs

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Danish Modern Long Sofa Designed by Johannes Aasbjerg Teak Legs

By Johannes Aasbjerg

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful 1955 Danish Sofa designed by Johannes Aasbjerg has original upholstery with a 4 seat design. Long 106 inch long sofa. Sits on 8 Solid teak tapered legs. Use As-Is or have i...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

$7,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...

Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Buriti Sofa - Large by Nikolai LaFuge

$13,280 / item

Buriti Sofa - Large by Nikolai LaFuge

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Nikolai Lafuge in Los Angeles. Created with Eileen Gray's Lota and traditional British sofas in mind, the Buriti is an inviting and plush des...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa for Arflex 240cm

$12,379 / item

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa for Arflex 240cm

By Arflex, Tito Agnoli

Located in Tilburg, NL

Tito Agnoli '9000' Sofa 1969 for Arflex, Italy. New, current production. Modular seating system, this listing is for a 3 seater 240cm. The modular seating system '9000' by Tito Agn...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage American Walnut Six Seater Sloane ii Sofa by Vladimir Kagan Couture

$69,000

Vintage American Walnut Six Seater Sloane ii Sofa by Vladimir Kagan Couture

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A custom-made, slightly curved vintage Mid-Century modern American large six or seven seater Sloane II sofa with 4 pillows, settee made of hand crafted polished Walnut, designed and ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak

$5,482

Hans J. Wegner, Three-Seat Sofa, Model 290, Oak

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans J. Wegner three-seat sofa made of black lacquered oak. Upholstered with striped fabric. Model 290, made by GETAMA.

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Style Banjo Sofa in Chenille by Mavo Atelier, Handmade in Portugal

$13,836 / item

Mid-Century Style Banjo Sofa in Chenille by Mavo Atelier, Handmade in Portugal

By Mavo Atelier

Located in Trofa, PT

Banjo reveals itself in two elegant sections, with or without arms, offering refined versatility for refined residential or hospitality settings. Every curve, every line, every seam ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chenille, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa

$4,200

Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa

By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Fabulous Mid-Century Modern biomorphic kidney shaped sofa. This long tailored cloud sofa features an elongated removable single seat cushion with a curved tight back. Original neutra...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

$9,278

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Berlin, BE

Authentic mid-century collectible with documented provenance: This spacious Florence Knoll Model 26-3KC sofa was produced in the 1960s and upholstered in an exceptionally high-qualit...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Midcentury James Mont Style Lacquered Gondola Sofa

$2,500

Midcentury James Mont Style Lacquered Gondola Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic mid-century modern upholstered gondola sofa made in the style and manner of James Mont. The chic sofa features a gondola sled inspired wood frame with an ebonized black lac...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

$8,025 / item

Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mesa sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ange...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Restored 1960s Czechoslovakian Tatra Nábytok Convertible Sofa with Pouf

$3,336

Restored 1960s Czechoslovakian Tatra Nábytok Convertible Sofa with Pouf

Located in Żory, PL

Original modular sofa set produced by Tatra Nábytok in 1960s Czechoslovakia. The set consists of a main sofa and a pouf that can be arranged as a corner sectional or used separately ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Plywood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$5,800

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pink fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Reupholstery recommended. Heavy wear on fabric (fraying on top of back rest and top of seat cush...

Category

1940s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mohair Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

$9,750 / item

Mohair Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped, seat cushion with 3 down-wrapped, removable back cushions and two bolsters. The ba...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

De Sede DS 600 Sofa Snake by Ueli Berger chocolate Leather - 21 Elements

$57,467

De Sede DS 600 Sofa Snake by Ueli Berger chocolate Leather - 21 Elements

By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, De Sede

Located in Munster, NRW

Legendary De Sede endless Sofa - the DS 600 in chocolate + supersoft leather. Originally designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt. A Sofa...

Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Federico Munari, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s

$11,600

Federico Munari, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s

By Federico Munari

Located in High Point, NC

A curved yellow fabric and brass sofa designed by Federico Munari and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. In untouched original condition in ...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s

$8,500

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hamburg, PA

Iconic Kubus sofa designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 and masterfully produced by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, in the 1980s. Upholstered in beautiful, supple cognac-brown leat...

Category

1980s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

$10,176

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Brescia, IT

"Sistema 41" Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli 1974 Iconic Modular sofa 8 elements in orange velvet Black plastic base Upholstery original vintage (some stains on the velvet)...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's

$6,200

Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's

By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian designed sofa by Kurt Olsen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk as Model 220. This iconic sofa has a slight curve to it ...

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa

$6,250

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa

By Herman Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

George Nelson Office – Limited Edition Marshmallow Sofa Designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson office, this multicolored Marshmallow Sofa is a limited edition piece manufact...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa

$3,750

American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...

Category

1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Teak and Green Leather Danish Sofa by Hjellegjerde

$3,600 / item

Teak and Green Leather Danish Sofa by Hjellegjerde

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A perfect example of Scandinavian design. This Hjellegjerde sofa oozes style and craftsmanship, it features a channeled bucket style seat in dark forest green leather with nice pati...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Raphael Raffel Croissant Sofa in Brown Leather, Honoré Paris, 1970s

$18,500

Raphael Raffel Croissant Sofa in Brown Leather, Honoré Paris, 1970s

By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Raphael Raffel designed, 1970's, made-to-order natural leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris. Raphael Raffel (1912-2000), who trained at the École des Beaux Arts, was a well-know...

Category

1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Blop Sofa Set with Coffee Table by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy

$10,775 / set

Blop Sofa Set with Coffee Table by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, Italy

By Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

This set was already on my wishlist for a long time! The Carlo Bartoli Blop sofa elements was fabricated in 1972 by Rossi di Albizzate. It survived extremely...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Beka Tortuga 70s Sofa Bed in Orange Fiberglass

$16,088

Beka Tortuga 70s Sofa Bed in Orange Fiberglass

Located in Milano, IT

Iconic and distinctive, this Tortuga model sofa by Beka represents a perfect example of experimental design from the 1970s, where form and function come together in a bold and timele...

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fiberglass

Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa

$6,500

Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage MCM to Modern Yellow & Chartreuse Plaid Tuxedo Sofa by Henredon

$4,995

Vintage MCM to Modern Yellow & Chartreuse Plaid Tuxedo Sofa by Henredon

By Henredon

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern (a.k.a. MCM) to modern tuxedo sofa by Henredon comprised of a fully upholstered frame including three loose seat & three l...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Danish 1950s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat

$4,500

Danish 1950s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant Danish 1950s curved two-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. The 5...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Pair Sofas By Vivai Del Sud

$17,600 / set

Pair Sofas By Vivai Del Sud

Located in Round Top, TX

1970s Sculptural Rattan Sofa,Vivai del Sud A striking and highly sculptural pair of rattan sofas retailed by Casa Bella in Miami’s Design District during the 1970s, embodying the gl...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Rattan

1970s Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy

$25,000

1970s Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 1970s Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy. In a gorgeous burnt orange leather upholstery with a beautiful age commensurate patina throughout. As comfort...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench

$19,500

1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench

By Sam Maloof

Located in Oakland, CA

1960’s California studio-craft walnut sofa hand carved of solid walnut with sculptural arms, fine joinery, slatted back, and two built-in tapered side tables. Raised on round tapered...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Saporiti Italia Two Seater "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s

$5,800

Saporiti Italia Two Seater "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s

By Fratelli Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Dallas, TX

Designed in 1974 by Giovanni Offredi, "Wave" two seat sofa / settee. Since 1950 Saporiti has produced some of the most sophisticated and advanced pieces of furniture in the history o...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Isherwood Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

$9,375 / item

Isherwood Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The isherwood sofa features a channel tufted body with loose bolster cushions. The turned legs are made of solid white oak or American walnut and are inset on the sides revealing the...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Frame Sofa or Daybed

$3,300Sale Price|40% Off

Midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Frame Sofa or Daybed

By Mel Smilow

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Walnut frame long low sofa or daybed. Beautiful armless sofa with solid walnut sculpted frame and steel spring support insert. Has Orig...

Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Limited Edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

$45,782

Limited Edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Tramonto A New York sofa by Gaetano Pesce Manufactured by Cassina in Italy Limited Edition of 50 pieces Cassina revisits a 20th century design icon, symbol of the vitality, innovati...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

$39,000

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A possibly unique walnut and off-white fabric sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, USA, 1960s. Provenance: Sofa custom ordered the apartment of Susan Schl...

Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mesa Sleeper Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

$9,125 / item

Mesa Sleeper Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mesa Sleeper Sofa is our first convertible sofa. Fully upholstered with a walnut or oak plinth base, it easily converts into a queen-sized bed, making it ideal for guests and sma...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia 1972

$22,285

Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia 1972

By Mario Bellini

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia , Polyurethane structure, bouclè cotton fabric, restored. Excellent conditions, the Bambole series won the Compasso ...

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rubber

Original Lara Sofa by Pamio, Toso and Massari for Stilwood, Italy, 1960s

$19,417

Original Lara Sofa by Pamio, Toso and Massari for Stilwood, Italy, 1960s

By Pierre Paulin, Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Mario Bellini, Stilwood

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original Lara sofa by Roberto Pamio, Renato Toso and Noti Massari for Stilwood, Italy 1950s/1960s. Newly reupholstered in a premium, pure Alpaca wool fabric. Ships worldwide.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1970s

$19,000

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1970s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A green velvet and lucite "Omnibus" sofa designed and produced by Vladimir Kagan, USA, 1970s. Seat height 18”

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s

$8,141

Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

A curved sofa in wood and fabric, velvet upholstery, Italian craftsmanship, in the style of Gio Ponti, 1950s. Comfort demands curved lines, and this Italian sofa perfectly meets the...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern to Modern & Hollywood Regency 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

$2,995

Mid-Century Modern to Modern & Hollywood Regency 2 Piece Angled Sectional Sofa

Located in Topeka, KS

Stunning Mid-Century Modern to modern & Hollywood Regency white fabric two piece angled sectional sofa with square tapered wood legs. Beautiful c...

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Galapinhos Lounge Chair, Beige Cotton, Handmade by Greenapple

$14,965 / item

Mid-Century Modern Galapinhos Lounge Chair, Beige Cotton, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Galapinhos Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Galapinhos lounge chair brings the essence of nature indoors...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Mohair, Alpaca, Leather, Burl, Walnut, Oak, Wood, Linen, Cotton,...

1970s Percival Lafer MP-167 Sofa

$8,000

1970s Percival Lafer MP-167 Sofa

By Percival Lafer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

We are pleased to present this authentic Brazilian sofa by Percival Lafer, circa 1970s. Recently reupholstered in premium yellow leather. Ships from Philadelphia.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa

$34,200 / item

Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa

By Vladimir Kagan, Grosfeld House

Located in South Charleston, WV

An extremely rare collectors piece, this large 97 inch wide four-seat sculptural sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House was designed and produced circa 1957 in the United States, ...

Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Sofas in Black Upholstery

$2,450 / item

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort Sofas in Black Upholstery

By Kho Liang Ie

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, sofas model 'C683', fabric, coated steel, The Netherlands, design 1968 A classic midcentury sofa designed by Indonesian-Dutch designer Kho Liang Ie (1927-...

Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Togo Sofa + Lounge Chair - Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset Leather Mid Century Modern

$11,972

Togo Sofa + Lounge Chair - Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset Leather Mid Century Modern

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Munster, NRW

This Togo living landscape consisting of 3seater sofa, a lounge chair and a ottman was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1974. Made by Ligne Roset about 1990 in France, stunning beautif...

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Percival Lafer Leather Patchwork Modular Sofas ca' 1960's Living Room

$17,500 / set

Percival Lafer Leather Patchwork Modular Sofas ca' 1960's Living Room

By Percival Lafer

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare set of six (6) seats and six (6) back rests by Percival Lafer. Brazil, ca' 1960's imported to New York. Made of patchwork brown leather where the pieces can be arranged in dif...

Category

1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC5 Black Leather Sofa by Cassina

$18,257 / item

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC5 Black Leather Sofa by Cassina

By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sofa designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1934. Relaunched by Cassina in 2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Contemporary and comfortable lines for ...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Johannes Spalt 'Constanze' Sofa or Daybed

$10,800

Johannes Spalt 'Constanze' Sofa or Daybed

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, cognac leather, teak, Austria, 1960s. This Austrian daybed is named 'Constanze'. This item is designed by Johannes Spalt and manufactured by Wittmann. T...

Category

1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hexagonal Curved Sectional Sofa after Harvey Probber

$4,800

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hexagonal Curved Sectional Sofa after Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek modern sofa in a hexagonal form circa 1970's. It features a two section design with low profile feet. Fabric is original and needs recovering...

Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mp-97 Tufted Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer

$11,000

Mp-97 Tufted Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer

By Percival Lafer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modernist tufted sofa in brown aniline leather designed by Percival Lafer. Constructed with molded foam, rosewood, and nylon straps. Some original straps have been replaced or repair...

Category

1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood, Rosewood

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

$40,000

Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Chaise Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare find, the Tangent sofa with an open chaise feature by Vladimir Kagan Angle Tangent Sofa for Preview is an exquisite addition to any mid-century modern collection. This sofa bo...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Saporiti Italia "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s

$6,800

Saporiti Italia "Wave" Sofa by Giovanni Offredi 1970s

By Giovanni Offredi, Fratelli Saporiti

Located in Dallas, TX

Designed in 1974 by Giovanni Offredi, "Wave" three seat sofa. Since 1950 Saporiti has produced some of the most sophisticated and advanced pieces of furniture in the history of Itali...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Fuchsia

$4,900

Florence Knoll for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Fuchsia

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An iconic sofa designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in the early 1960s. It features a stainless steel frame with fuchsia tweed upholstery.

Category

1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

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.