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MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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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
1970s Jacques Charpentier Velvet Two-Seater Sofa with Chrome Frame
1970s Jacques Charpentier Velvet Two-Seater Sofa with Chrome Frame

1970s Jacques Charpentier Velvet Two-Seater Sofa with Chrome Frame

By Jacques Charpentier

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

This stunning two-seater sofa from the 1970s by Jacques Charpentier retains its original velvet upholstery, showcasing exceptional patina and offering superior comfort. The chrome s...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Stainless Steel

Philippe Starck Prive Sofa by Cassina: Modern Steel and Leather Design
Philippe Starck Prive Sofa by Cassina: Modern Steel and Leather Design

Philippe Starck Prive Sofa by Cassina: Modern Steel and Leather Design

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Steel And Leather Sofa model 'Prive' designed by Phillipe Stark. Manufactured by Cassina (Italy) Complex and formal in its design, the Privé collection perfectly combines style and ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Modular (9) Mah Jong ‘MISSONI’ sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
Modular (9) Mah Jong ‘MISSONI’ sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France

Modular (9) Mah Jong ‘MISSONI’ sofa by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France

By Hans Hopfer

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Modular Sofa by Hans Hopfer in Missoni Home Fabrics 9 pieces : 6 cushions, 3 backrests. An exceptionally vibrant and beautifully balanced Mah Jong composition, ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s.
Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s.

Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern banana shaped sofa with curved armrests, made by Danish cabinetmaker in the earl...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Percival Lafer MP-91 Sofa: Jatoba Wood & Caramel Leather, Mid-Century Modern
Percival Lafer MP-91 Sofa: Jatoba Wood & Caramel Leather, Mid-Century Modern

Percival Lafer MP-91 Sofa: Jatoba Wood & Caramel Leather, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A solid jatoba and leather sling sofa by Percival Lafer for Brazil Industries circa 1970’s. This model MP-91 sofa is newly upholstered in a carmel leather showing a great pebbled gr...

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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Large vintage 1950s red velvet curved sofa Italian design
Large vintage 1950s red velvet curved sofa Italian design

Large vintage 1950s red velvet curved sofa Italian design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Large curved sofa with red velvet upholstery, black metal legs with gilt brass finials, Italian design, 1950s.

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal, Brass

Danish 1950s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat
Danish 1950s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat

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...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s

By Ficks Reed

Located in High Point, NC

A moulded bamboo, rattan and blue fabric sofa produced by Ficks Reed, USA, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition, ideally replaced. Moderate wear to rattan consistent with age ...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Rattan

Piero Lissoni 8 Cube Sofa, Three Seaters by Cassina
Piero Lissoni 8 Cube Sofa, Three Seaters by Cassina

Piero Lissoni 8 Cube Sofa, Three Seaters by Cassina

By Cassina, Piero Lissoni

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sofa designed by Piero Lissoni in 2017. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. An evolution of the iconic 8 sofa, 8 cube collection revisits and softens up the...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Steel

Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall
Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall

Large Scale Boomerang Sofa, by Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Adrian Pearsall's famous "boomerang" sofa, this mrare model constructed of recently polished walnut, and supporting a freshly upholstered back and seat done in a grey boucle fabric. ...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Walnut

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa in Moss Green Velvet and Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa in Moss Green Velvet and Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa in Moss Green Velvet and Brass

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, velvet, brass, Italy, 1950s This gorgeous sofa is an iconic example of Italian design from the 1950s. Organic and sculptural, this sofa is anything but minimalistic. Equipped ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Antonio Citterio, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Antonio Citterio Esosoft sofa. Manufactured by Cassina in Itlay. A living room system designed to define the domestic landscape in a fluid, flexible manner. This is Esosoft ? the first project by Antonio Citterio for Cassina ? a modular sofa that embodies the timeless elegance and style the Italian designer is known for and, at the same time, is an aspirational tribute to the art of the great masters and to the practice of visualizing furniture by detaching the structural part from its padded interior. In fact, Esosoft consists of an aluminium exoskeleton and a shell with an organic silhouette upon which soft cushions are placed. Past and future coexist in this shape ? reminiscent of the concept of casual comfort typical of the 1960s ? that benefits from cutting-edge production techniques, mindfully chosen to make the system circular and sustainable. Thanks to the work of Cassina LAB, materials like a polyurethane foam that contains a percentage of polyols deriving from biological sources and blown recycled PET fibre in the backrest cushions. The Esosoft collection comprises eight modules that can be used as individual sofas or combined to form corner arrangements, lending the utmost flexibility to the configuration of living spaces...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Ekornes Stressless Mid Century Buckingham Leather Reclining Sofa
Ekornes Stressless Mid Century Buckingham Leather Reclining Sofa

Ekornes Stressless Mid Century Buckingham Leather Reclining Sofa

By Ekornes Stressless

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Ekornes Stressless Mid Century Buckingham Leather Reclining Sofa This sofa measures: 91.5 wide x 31.5 deep x 40.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22.25 inche...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Metal Mid Century Garden Poolside Sofa bench by Homecrest
Metal Mid Century Garden Poolside Sofa bench by Homecrest

Metal Mid Century Garden Poolside Sofa bench by Homecrest

By Homecrest

Located in New York, NY

Probably the most sought after form made by Homecrest, this settee if from the Chiquita series circa 1960's. This example is in very good, original estate condition, showing only the...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Steel

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Gondola Sofa This sofa measures: 104 wide x 33 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 21 inches Good Vin...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Nikolai Lafuge Buriti Sofa - XL, Performance Fabric Cushions, Modern Couch
Nikolai Lafuge Buriti Sofa - XL, Performance Fabric Cushions, Modern Couch

Nikolai Lafuge Buriti Sofa - XL, Performance Fabric Cushions, Modern Couch

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut

Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s
Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s

Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s

By Kurt Olsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt Olsen's design style. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak leg...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Wool, Teak

Ditzingers, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1950s
Ditzingers, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1950s

Ditzingers, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1950s

By Ditzingers

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and purple fabric sofa produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, 1950s. Acquired at Ditzingers, Sweden, 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sleek Four-Seat Danish Sofa in Black Leatherette
Sleek Four-Seat Danish Sofa in Black Leatherette

Sleek Four-Seat Danish Sofa in Black Leatherette

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, leatherette, metal, Denmark, 1960s. This four-seat sofa is simplistic, yet stylish in its design. Due to the overall black color of the leatherette, the sofa radiates smoothne...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Mid century modern 70s italian modular sofa
Mid century modern 70s italian modular sofa

Mid century modern 70s italian modular sofa

Located in Palermo, PA

Step into the vibrant world of 1970s Italy with this stunning modular sofa, a true gem of mid-century design. Wrapped in its original high-quality velvet fabric, this piece boasts a ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Curved Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sectional L Shaped Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Curved Sectional L Shaped Sofa

By Carsons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A curvy three piece sectional designed by Carson's Furniture and produced in the early 1980s. It features a unique over lapping cushion design. Fabric is original, and dated, but usa...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An elegant modern scallop back 3 person sofa upholstered in a premium, soft, green grey pure mohair fabric. Also available in bespoke widths and in COM - please enquire. Fast ship...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s
Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

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...

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1980s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa
1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa

1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Belgian Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. This is custom / bespoke made by a Belgian furniture maker for the previous owners t...

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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Bouclé

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

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

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...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Marenco Sofa by Mario Marenco for Arflex
Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Marenco Sofa by Mario Marenco for Arflex

Mid-Century Modern Three Seater Marenco Sofa by Mario Marenco for Arflex

By Mario Marenco, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic Marenco three-seater sofa designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex, celebrated for its sculptural silhouette, generous proportions, and unmistakable Italian modernist design. The...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hans Wegner GE-236 for GETAMA, Denmark, c1960s
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hans Wegner GE-236 for GETAMA, Denmark, c1960s

Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hans Wegner GE-236 for GETAMA, Denmark, c1960s

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Chino Hills, CA

A striking vintage example of Hans Wegner’s GE-236 sofa, produced by GETAMA in Denmark circa 1960s. This beautifully proportioned Danish Modern sofa features Wegner’s characteristic ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved organic wood and floral-printed fabric sofa or corner sofa, designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Fabric distressed; reupholstery recommended. Wear consistent with age ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pierre Paulin, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Netherlands, 1960s
Pierre Paulin, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Netherlands, 1960s

Pierre Paulin, Sofa, Fabric, Metal, Netherlands, 1960s

By Artifort, Pierre Paulin

Located in High Point, NC

A green fabric and metal ABCD sofa designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s. Originally sourced from Turner Limited, 305 East 63rd street, New York. R...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Wrought Iron Patio Daybed Seating Sofa Settee Attributed to Mario Papperzini
Wrought Iron Patio Daybed Seating Sofa Settee Attributed to Mario Papperzini

Wrought Iron Patio Daybed Seating Sofa Settee Attributed to Mario Papperzini

By Mario Papperzini

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Bring a touch of architectural elegance and iconic outdoor sophistication to your indoor or patio living space with this super impressive vintage mid-century modern wrought iron dayb...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cesare Lacca rare two-seater sofa with enveloping lines
Cesare Lacca rare two-seater sofa with enveloping lines

Cesare Lacca rare two-seater sofa with enveloping lines

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Milano, IT

COD-S168 Cesare Lacca A rare two-seater sofa with enveloping lines, fully padded and upholstered in fabric. Turned wooden legs. Italian manufacture, 1950s An Italian architect, de...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s
Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s

Postmodern Tobia Scarpa Sofa with Upholstered Cushions Bastiano, 1960s

By Tobia Scarpa, Knoll

Located in Basel, BS

Attributed to Knoll by Tobia Scarpa, no label is present. Incredibly beautiful design, and original designer upholstery make this stunning piece shine in any space. Original fabric i...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Guillerme & Chambron, Sofa, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
Guillerme & Chambron, Sofa, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s

Guillerme & Chambron, Sofa, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in High Point, NC

A purple fabric and oak lounge sofa or settee designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and produced by Votre Maison, France, 1950s. Fabric in fair condition. Overall Dimen...

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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rare Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Brown Leather Sling Safari Kontiki Sofa
Rare Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Brown Leather Sling Safari Kontiki Sofa

Rare Mid Century Arne Norell Swedish Brown Leather Sling Safari Kontiki Sofa

By Arne Norell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arne Norell Kontiki sling Safari low Brown leather sofa Swedish Design. Designed by Arne Norell (Sweden, 1917-1971). Mid-century modern Teak and worn light brown leather. Norell Swed...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey, Burnt Gold Velvet, 1960s Design
Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey, Burnt Gold Velvet, 1960s Design

Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey, Burnt Gold Velvet, 1960s Design

By Maurice Bailey

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 1970s Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi and Young in a burnt gold crushed velvet upholstery. In good vintage condition with a nice patina throughout. V...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

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

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

By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues

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

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Leather, Jacaranda

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

Jean Gillon Paddle Sofa Leather For Probel, 1960

By Jean Gillon, Probel

Located in Vienna, AT

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

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Hardwood

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

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

By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Modern European Sofa in Black Upholstery and Metal
Modern European Sofa in Black Upholstery and Metal

Modern European Sofa in Black Upholstery and Metal

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, leatherette, lacquered metal, Northern Europe, 1970s The design is characterized by a solid construction based on sharp lines and geometrical shapes that are noticeable in the...

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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina
limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina

limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Berlin, DE

1 of 50 limited edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina For the three-seater sofa, the padded skyscrapers are upholstered in an exclusive fabric with a raised t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and cream-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 62.0"W x 36.5"D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Heigh...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Piero Lissoni Modular Sofa by Cassina, Aluminum, Mid-Century Modern
Piero Lissoni Modular Sofa by Cassina, Aluminum, Mid-Century Modern

Piero Lissoni Modular Sofa by Cassina, Aluminum, Mid-Century Modern

By Piero Lissoni

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Piero Lissoni 8 Modular Sofa and For Cassina Refined minimalist shapes characterize the timeless elegance of this modular sofa that combines masterful construction and fine tailorin...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Aluminum

Englander & Bonta Attribution, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s
Englander & Bonta Attribution, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s

Englander & Bonta Attribution, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Brass, Argentina, 1950s

By Englander & Bonta

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-brown velvet, wood and brass sofa attributed to Englander & Bonta, Argentina, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.75"H x 100.0"W x 42.0"D Seat Height (inches): 18....

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1950s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Vico Magistretti Maralunga 40 Maxi Sofa for Cassina, Italy - new
Vico Magistretti Maralunga 40 Maxi Sofa for Cassina, Italy - new

Vico Magistretti Maralunga 40 Maxi Sofa for Cassina, Italy - new

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Berlin, DE

The two-seater is available in 204cm or 214cm width. The three-seater is available in 300cm or 310cm width. The price of the sofa is dependent on the chosen fabric and size. The ic...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Fabric, Wood

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina
Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina

Le Corbusier 3 Fauteuil Gran Confort, Grand Modèle, Trois Places For Cassina. In the various models of Fauteuil Grand Confort, grand modèle, the concept of modernity is expressed t...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Polyester

Lawson-Fenning Forster Sofa, Green Linen & Solid Walnut, Modern Couch
Lawson-Fenning Forster Sofa, Green Linen & Solid Walnut, Modern Couch

Lawson-Fenning Forster Sofa, Green Linen & Solid Walnut, Modern Couch

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Forster sofa is a midcentury inspired sofa with a loose tufted seat, loose back cushions, and piped details. The sofa rests atop a simple, rounded wood base. The Lawson-Fenning...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Linen, Upholstery, Walnut

Stunning & Rare DS-85 sofa / daybed in original black leather by De Sede Swiss
Stunning & Rare DS-85 sofa / daybed in original black leather by De Sede Swiss

Stunning & Rare DS-85 sofa / daybed in original black leather by De Sede Swiss

By De Sede

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

De Sede DS-85 Convertible Sofa & Daybed in Original Black Leather, Switzerland, 1970s Exceptional and highly versatile DS-85 sofa and fold-out daybed by De Sede, preserved in remarka...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Circa 1980s Custom Upholstered Three Seat Sofa In The Manner of Donghia
Circa 1980s Custom Upholstered Three Seat Sofa In The Manner of Donghia

Circa 1980s Custom Upholstered Three Seat Sofa In The Manner of Donghia

By Donghia

Located in Chicago, IL

Colorful custom upholstered three seat sofa in the manner of Donghia. New upholstery was ordered custom and the work facilitated by Orange Chair Company LLC. Orange Chair provides th...

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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.