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Mid-Century Modern Sofas

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa
Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

$12,500

Adrian Pearsall American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered Platform Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Queens, NY

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

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Casulo, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s
Casulo, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

Casulo, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

$11,500

Casulo, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and off-white fabric sofa produced by Casulo, Brazil, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 67.0"W x 35.0"D Seat Height (inches): 17.25" Arm Height (inches): 23....

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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century , Brown Atlantis Three seats Sofa, 1960s
20th Century , Brown Atlantis Three seats Sofa, 1960s

20th Century , Brown Atlantis Three seats Sofa, 1960s

$634Sale Price|20% Off

20th Century , Brown Atlantis Three seats Sofa, 1960s

Located in Praha, CZ

Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in small...

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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet
Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet

$4,400 / item

Contemporary Madda Lounge Chair in Velvet

By Michael Felix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Madda is a contemporary interpretation of the Classic club chair. The metal base fully wraps around the chair, as if to squeeze it into its plump and comfortable upper seating ar...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

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

Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot

$4,800

Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot

By Artifort

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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Early 2000s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Fabulous Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa 2 Ottoman Mid-Centuy Modern
Fabulous Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa 2 Ottoman Mid-Centuy Modern

Fabulous Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa 2 Ottoman Mid-Centuy Modern

$11,000

Fabulous Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Shelter Sofa 2 Ottoman Mid-Centuy Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent Shelter Sofa and 2 ottomans by Milo Baughman. A true masterwork, the timeless Shelter sofa is an unparalleled modern classic. Born out of Baughman’s philosophy that furn...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

George Nakashima Walnut Two-Piece Sofa, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 1962
George Nakashima Walnut Two-Piece Sofa, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 1962

George Nakashima Walnut Two-Piece Sofa, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 1962

$91,000

George Nakashima Walnut Two-Piece Sofa, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 1962

By George Nakashima

Located in Astoria, NY

George Nakashima (American, 1905-1990), American Walnut Two-Piece Sofa, 1962, with spindle back, turned wood legs, four green cushions and original drawing. Overall: 30.5" H x 112.5...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Walnut

American Midcentury Sofa Done by W. Platner
American Midcentury Sofa Done by W. Platner

American Midcentury Sofa Done by W. Platner

$18,000

American Midcentury Sofa Done by W. Platner

By Warren Platner

Located in Houston, TX

Warren Platner (June 18, 1919 – April 17, 2006) was an American architect and interior designer. Platner produced a furniture collection that has proved to be a continuing icon of 19...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Zebra Wood

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

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

$7,400

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

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

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

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench
1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench

1960's California Studio Walnut Sofa Bench

$18,000

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5244 Mid Century Mahogany Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5244 Mid Century Mahogany Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5244 Mid Century Mahogany Sofa

$10,395

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5244 Mid Century Mahogany Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5244 Mid Century Mahogany Sofa This sofa measures: 80.5 wide x 38 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 24 inches Fair V...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

$3,750

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

Materials

Brass

Rare Leather sofa Designed by Tim Bates for Pieff, England, circa 1970s
Rare Leather sofa Designed by Tim Bates for Pieff, England, circa 1970s

Rare Leather sofa Designed by Tim Bates for Pieff, England, circa 1970s

$1,866Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Leather sofa Designed by Tim Bates for Pieff, England, circa 1970s

By Pieff and Co., Tim Bates

Located in Praha, CZ

- UK, circa 1970s - marked by manufacturer - good original condition with patina - renovated and repaired pillows, down parts completely changed,see the pictures - one rubber part no...

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1970s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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

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

$12,512Sale Price / item|20% Off

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

Located in New York, NY

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

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa

$3,960Sale Price|20% Off

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa

By Ekornes Stressless

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural reclining leather sofa you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful so...

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1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Illum Wikkelso Teak & Velvet Sofa
Illum Wikkelso Teak & Velvet Sofa

Illum Wikkelso Teak & Velvet Sofa

$18,000

Illum Wikkelso Teak & Velvet Sofa

Located in New York, NY

An Illum Wikkelso teak sofa for Soren Willadsen. Model no. 50-4. A four-seat sofa with a solid teak frame raised on six tapered cylindrical legs. Reupholstered in new velvet fabri...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Teak

Curved Italian mid-century velvet sofa, 1950s
Curved Italian mid-century velvet sofa, 1950s

Curved Italian mid-century velvet sofa, 1950s

$4,084

Curved Italian mid-century velvet sofa, 1950s

Located in Uppsala, SE

Curved Italian mid-century sofa with dark grey velvet upholstery from the 1950s in the style of Marco Zanuso or Gigi Radice. The seat section rests on five black metal legs with bras...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edward Wormley, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminum, USA, 1950s
Edward Wormley, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminum, USA, 1950s

Edward Wormley, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminum, USA, 1950s

$10,800

Edward Wormley, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminum, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

A beige fabric and aluminum sofa designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, USA, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric ideally replaced. Overall Dimens...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

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

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

$7,800

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

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa
Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

$4,595

Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

By Grete Jalk

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Grete Jalk Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 71.75 wide x 26.5 deep x 27.25 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 22 inches Good Vintage Condition ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

1970s Rare Mid Century Two-Seat Sofa, Italy
1970s Rare Mid Century Two-Seat Sofa, Italy

1970s Rare Mid Century Two-Seat Sofa, Italy

$933Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Rare Mid Century Two-Seat Sofa, Italy

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition - Velvet fabric in good original condition - cleaned - high of seat 40 cm

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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

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

$16,922

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

By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Piacenza, Italy

The Soriana three-seater sofa, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, is characterized by its generous proportions and soft, enveloping silhouette. The upholstery is gathered...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Model 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s
Model 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s

Model 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s

$6,766

Model 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Karis, Nyland

Elegant and architectural sofa designed by Florence Knoll, model 578, produced by Knoll International in the 1950s. The design reflects Knoll’s signature balance of clean lines and f...

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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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

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

$13,549 / 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

Curvaceous L Shaped Sofa in Clarence House Dragon Empress (Wine)
Curvaceous L Shaped Sofa in Clarence House Dragon Empress (Wine)

Curvaceous L Shaped Sofa in Clarence House Dragon Empress (Wine)

$7,900Sale Price|50% Off

Curvaceous L Shaped Sofa in Clarence House Dragon Empress (Wine)

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Hanover, MA

BG SUMMER SALE Curvaceous L shaped mid-century modern style sofa custom made and upholstered in Clarence House Dragon Empress (Wine). Brand new, never used. Includes 7 throw pillows...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mattia Bonetti, Sofa, Velvet, Nickel-Plated Steel, France, 2018
Mattia Bonetti, Sofa, Velvet, Nickel-Plated Steel, France, 2018

Mattia Bonetti, Sofa, Velvet, Nickel-Plated Steel, France, 2018

$26,000

Mattia Bonetti, Sofa, Velvet, Nickel-Plated Steel, France, 2018

By Mattia Bonetti

Located in High Point, NC

A blue velvet and nickel-plated stainless steel sofa designed and produced by Mattia Bonetti, France, 2018. Prototype 1 from an edition of 12, 2 artist's proofs and 2 prototypes. P...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Fine Vintage Sofa With Custom Upholstery
Fine Vintage Sofa With Custom Upholstery

Fine Vintage Sofa With Custom Upholstery

$2,495

Fine Vintage Sofa With Custom Upholstery

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Light and very well made Two cushion sofa with gentle sloping arm and tapered wood legs. Solid feeling and comfortable with plush feather wrap seat cushion. The refined raised white-...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

First Generation “Oasis” Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, 1939
First Generation “Oasis” Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, 1939

First Generation “Oasis” Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, 1939

$12,800

First Generation “Oasis” Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar, 1939

By Edward Wormley

Located in Round Rock, TX

Edward Wormley for Dunbar. First generation Oasis sofa, designed circa 1939. One of the earliest and most sculptural forms from Wormley’s catalog. Organic lines, floating curves, an...

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1930s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat

Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat

$7,600

Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen of Denmark. Legs made from solid beech. Comfortable and super solid with nice and s...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Beech

Drabert Lobbytop Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf, Black, Modern Design, 1970
Drabert Lobbytop Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf, Black, Modern Design, 1970

Drabert Lobbytop Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf, Black, Modern Design, 1970

$2,042

Drabert Lobbytop Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf, Black, Modern Design, 1970

By Otto Zapf, Drabert

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This Lobbytop three-seater leather sofa is upholstered in soft, high-quality leather and is in very good condition. The black, smooth leather shows a slight patina on the seat cushio...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s
Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s

$1,400

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s

Located in Palermo, PA

Italian vintage sofa by 1P, 1970s. Dimensions: H= 80 cm; W= 207 cm; D= 85 cm; H seduta= 40 cm.

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

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

$21,824

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 ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rubber

1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim
1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim

1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim

$6,500 / set

1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Selig

Located in Lancaster, PA

This is an outstanding set of two Mid-Century Sofas by Selig, having chromed-steel trim and brightly colored upholstery. The upholstery fabric is printed cotton velvet, designed by...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Soft Brutalist Three-Seater Sofa in Cream Wool Bouclé with Faux Fur Outer Shell
Soft Brutalist Three-Seater Sofa in Cream Wool Bouclé with Faux Fur Outer Shell

Soft Brutalist Three-Seater Sofa in Cream Wool Bouclé with Faux Fur Outer Shell

$18,500 / item

Soft Brutalist Three-Seater Sofa in Cream Wool Bouclé with Faux Fur Outer Shell

By JLC

Located in New York, NY

Characterized by a striking juxtaposition of structural discipline and tactile warmth, this three-seater sofa features a monolithic, hand-carved silhouette defined by clean architect...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Faux Fur

American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

$17,500

American Designer, Curved Sofa, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A curved black-painted iron and green velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Size of individual section: 30” H x 63” W x 37.5” D Seat Height (inches): 18.25" All u...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

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

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

$7,551 / item

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An elegant modern scallop back 2 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

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

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

$7,800

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

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman
Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

$3,995 / set

Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of vintage 1970's chrome framed cantilevered loveseat sofas in the style of Milo Baughman and similar to seating groups of the period by Selig and Bernhardt's Flair division. T...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa
Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa

Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa

$6,850

Vintage Undersea Printed Three Seat Sofa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace the serene charm of the seaside with this captivating vintage three-seat sofa, featuring a whimsical undersea motif. The upholstery showcases a balanced composition of vibran...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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

$3,734

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

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.
American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.

$1,600Sale Price|60% Off

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

American Modern, Tropical Fabric, Monumental Custom Sofa, USA, 20th c. A large custom made sofa dressed in a tropical printed fabric. Having three removable seat cushions. Fabric, ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Porto Venere sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Porto Venere sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

Porto Venere sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

$2,042

Porto Venere sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Brown leather wingback two seater sofa designed by Vico Magsitretti for Cassina. Very comfortable sofa thanks to the large backrests and adjustable side headrests. This design is ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather

Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958
Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958

Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958

$21,590 / set

Lara sofa Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso Stilwood 1958

By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso

Located in Oirlo, LI

Stunning 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 striking ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Ellypse' Sofa in Grey Upholstery
Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Ellypse' Sofa in Grey Upholstery

Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Ellypse' Sofa in Grey Upholstery

$4,400

Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti 'Ellypse' Sofa in Grey Upholstery

By Saporiti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mauro Lipparini for Saporiti, 'Ellypse' sofa, fabric, lacquered wood, chrome, Italy, 1970s Mauro Lipparini, an Italian designer, has created the 'Ellypse' sofa for Saporiti, which s...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Chrome

Guillerme & Chambron Settee in Oak, France, c 1960's
Guillerme & Chambron Settee in Oak, France, c 1960's

Guillerme & Chambron Settee in Oak, France, c 1960's

$6,800Sale Price|20% Off

Guillerme & Chambron Settee in Oak, France, c 1960's

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in New York, NY

This settee was designed by the iconic French design duo Guillerme et Chambron. The high quality and distinctive skeletal open frame construction features a beautifully crafted spind...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Oak

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, White
'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, White

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, White

$11,133 / item

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 4, White

By Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

STUDIO sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Measures: Setup 4 (1x large, 1x corner, 1x medium, 2x armrest): L 230-190cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Seating H 42cm Modula...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Foam

Mid-century Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

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

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