Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Norwegian Post Modern Ekornes Brown Leather Birch frame Sofa
By Ekorness
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century Norwegian Post Modern Ekornes leather teak sofa. Great light brown/tan leather with solid Blonde birch wood frames. Beautiful condition and very comfortable. Great Norweg...
Category
1980s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
Gallotti&Radice Audrey Curved Sage Green Velvet Sofa
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Massimo Castagna for Gallotti&Radice, this sofa combines comfort and style with its non-deformable polyurethane foam in varying densities and polyester fiber. The interna...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Rare Vintage Viggo Boesen Sofa in Shearling, Produced by Hos Wulff, Denmark 1930
By Hos Wulff, Viggo Boesen
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare vintage beech and shearling sofa designed by Viggo Boesen (attributed) and produced by Hos Wulff in Denmark, circa 1930s. Newly renovated and reupholstered in premium beige sh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Large Italian 1950s Angular Sofa in Peach Velvet
Located in Milan, IT
Large Italian 1950s Angular Sofa in Peach Velvet
Attributed to Melchiorre Bega.
Needs Re upholstery.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mesa Sleeper Sofa 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
Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutra...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Wayne, NJ
Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig. The ottoman measures 25"x 20.50" x 17" high with cushion. Both are marked Selig.
If y...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC5 Sofa light blue or black
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material/color. Available in fabric or leather.
Contemporary and comfortable lines for this sofa that was designed by Le Corbusier for his Paris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Sofa by Gösta Jonsson, ca 1940. Jönköping, Sweden
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fine sofa by Swedish designer, Gösta Jonsson, upholstered in sheepskin. ca 1940 produced in Jönköping, Sweden.
Gösta Jonsson (1902-1958) was a Swedish furniture designer and archite...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Sheepskin
Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Lelievre Wool Boucle
By Paolo Buffa
Located in LEWES, GB
An elegant modern scallop back sofa upholstered in Lelievre Lama Naturel wool boucle. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s Dutch Oak Three Seater Sofa
Located in London, London
1960s Oak sofa with original upholstery
This beautifully crafted mid-century Dutch sofa combines timeless design with practical comfort. Made from solid oak, the piece features a ro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
20th Century Green Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly fits apartments providi...
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Patricia Urquiola 'Trampoline' Outdoor Sofa for Cassina, Italy new
Located in Berlin, DE
Outdoor sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Prices may vary dependent on the chosen material/color.
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Gerard Van Den Berg Leather "High Noon" High Back Brown Leather Sofa w/ Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century three seater cognac leather "High Noon" sofa by Gerard van den Berg who, after leaving Montis but prior to starting Label, designed under "Gerard van den Berg Design" for Molteni, Perobell and Wittmann amongst others. This sofa has three throw pillows...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
small organic 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, green tweed
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, Fitzrovia
A Small organic 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, upholstered in a green Scottish Tweed, compact and comfortable, perfect for a bay window.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
Vintage De Sede Two-Seat Sofa, DS47, Patinated Leather
By De Sede
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Highly comfortable DS47 sofa patinated leather by De Sede. The design is simplistic, yet very modern. A tight and cubic outside with a soft and curved inside, which emphasize the com...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Immaculate Jens Risom Model-250 High back Armless Slipper Sofa. This sofa is STUNNING, the armless, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, y...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and blue striped fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian design and its rich tradition. The brand emphasizes sustainability by using responsibly sourced materials and production methods that minimize waste and reduce environmental impact. Each piece of handcrafted furniture is designed to age with grace and last for generations.
Virkelyst is a series of modern outdoor furniture with the seating comfort of indoor furniture. The simple wooden 100% FSC Certified Teak frame strikes a contrast with the thick, soft cushions. Able to withstand wind and weather, the upholstery fabrics are Oeko-Tex certified...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
'Atrium' by Karl Wittmann for Wittmann
Located in Wien, AT
The Atrium Sofa by Wittmann is a design icon, first introduced in 1971. Rooted in the bold cubic forms of its era, Atrium seamlessly fits modern living with its modular versatility a...
Category
1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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
Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a wonderful example of a period sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Circa 1960s, it is a single left arm sofa and sits on two wood runne...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Maple
Togo Sofa in original black leather, Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset, 1980s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Togo sectional sofa in black leather designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s for Ligne Roset.
Among Ligne Roset's most recognized pieces is the Togo line of seating, designed by Mic...
Category
1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS11 Style Brown Leather Patchwork Sectional Sofa by Laauser, Germany
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
De Sede DS11 Style leather patchwork sectional sofa by Laauser, Germany with great patina and beautiful tufting detail on back cushions. Tons of ch...
Category
1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare Restored Campaign Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous restored vintage Campaign style sofa from a difficult to find series by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. Exceptional rattan and hardwood construction with Cane back panels. Bra...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
One Of a Kind Mid-Century 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
One Of a Kind Mid-Century Custom Made 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Adrian Pearsall
A true gem for MCM enthusiasts—this custom-made vintage sofa embodies the bold, sculptu...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola Sofa' in Brown Fabric for Craft Associates, USA, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic sofa model 2408 / 'Gondola' sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1950s. One of the sofa's distinctive features is its beautiful open structure with a partly open back...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Classic Danish Midcentury Sofa by Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and very elegant three-seat sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson in 1955 as Model 5464 for Fritz Hansen. We love the elegant angles of the sofa and the legs combined the slim cushi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Copacabana Sofa, Darkened Oak Wood, by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Copacabana Sofa, in Darkened Oak, by Duistt
With a bohemian look, the Copacabana sofa is the perfect blend of unique style and cozy comfort. Inspired by the sidewalks of Rio de Jane...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Dutch Modernist Pioneer Coen de Vries Sleeping Sofa, Devo, 1952
By Devo, Coen de Vries
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Coen de Vries has to be considered as a leading figure and Pioneer of Dutch Modernism after World War II.
With his own company Devo the Hague and his close involvement in the 'Goed ...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Wood and Leather Rare Sormani Sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Delve into the opulent world of vintage design with this stunning Sormani sofa from the 1970s. Crafted during an era renowned for bold, experimental furniture, this piece is a specta...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Florence Knoll for Knoll International 3-Seated Beige Upholstered Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American three-seated sofa upholstered in a beige weave with low back, and 3 removable seat cushions, standing on a metal frame with 6 legs. (FLORENCE KNOLL FOR KNOLL INT...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A kidney-shaped sofa that features a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back. These sofas are newly produced and have been handcrafted with a solid hardwood frame, m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer manufactured in Netherlands, circa 1950.
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werstätte, Austria, 1980's
Located in amstelveen, NL
Stunning and rare large sculptural sectional sofa by Wiener Werstätte, 1970. Very distinctive design and extraordinary shapes.
New upholstered in a High quality terracotta color Pl...
Category
1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Chenille
Tan Leather and Walnut Ojai Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai sofa features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a single tufted leather cushion with leather straps. Shown here in deer tan leather and oi...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrecht Sofa by Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Utrecht Sofa, designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 1988. Manufactured circa 1998 by Cassina in Italy. All original vintage condition. Paint stain at the front as...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
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...
Category
1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron Settee in Oak, France, c 1960's
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Piero Lissoni 8 Modular Sofa For Cassina
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Illum Wikkelsø X-leg Sofa
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Illum Wikkelsø
Manufacturer: Mikael Laursen
Era: 1960s
Materials: Oak, Wool
Measurements: 82.75? wide 28? deep x 28? tall
Condition: In excellent original condition with typical wear for its vintage...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Charlotte Perriand MId-Century Modern LC35 Maison Du Brésil Daybed by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern LC35 Maison Du Brésil Daybed by Cassina
Daybed designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1959. Relaunched in 2018.
M...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Adriano Piazzesi Italian 1970's Channel Tufted Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Adriano Piazzesi Italian 1970's sofa; the whole with channel and tufted upholstery, the sides and back are curved and covered in a warm brown Italian leather. The sofa is constructed...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy, 1970s
Located in Basel, BS
Alberto Rosselli Set For Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy Design, 1972
Two seater sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti-- 2 available, sold individually. Matching Ottoman (comes with ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Handmade Naked Sofa Combo With Bouclê Latte Upholstery and Wood Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Naked sofa reveals sculptural and organic shapes meant to embrace the user and encourage to stay seated in this cozy and comfortable piece. With comfort as the constant starting-poin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Artisanal Polkadot Green 3 Seater Sofa
By Yayoi Kusama
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of artistic expression with our Yayoi Kusama-inspired polka dot sofa. Drawing from the avant-garde spirit of Kusama’s renowned designs, this handmade sofa is a visu...
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut and Blue Raf Simons Fabric for Cimon Montréal, 1963
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Luigi Tiengo and produced by the Canadian manufacturer Cimon in 1963. The sculptural shape of the elongated arms, the winged back and the slightly incl...
Category
1960s Canadian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall style Gondola sofa
Offered is a gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa, in the style of Adr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Heide Rolf Elegant Vintage Wood and Bouclé Sofa for ICF
By ICF Milano 1
Located in Milano, IT
Rare and beautiful 7-seater sofa designed in the 1960s by Heide Rolf for the fine ICF production.
The sofa consists of 7 seats in total and a coffee table.
The frame is entirely ma...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Arne Vodder 2-Seater Sofa, Model Fd 161, Reupholstered in Bouclé, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A fine example of a Danish modern 2-seater sofa in solid beech, reupholstered cushions in white bouclé. Designed by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen in 1950s, Denmark.
A classic...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Midcentury Italian Sofa in Striped Velvet and Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury Italian sofa. Newly reupholstered in striped velvet with black leather details. Curved back silhouette and tapered wood feet. Sourced in Northern Italy.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Created by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin circa 1960, the "Cubo" - or Cube - armchair is s...
Category
1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC5 Sofa by 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 fo...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Sofas, Cassina, Italy, 1970s.
Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa both studied at the Venice Institute of Architecture. Their pieces are exhibited i...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Sculptural Mid Century Bastiano sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1962, Bastiano is a sculptural sofa that truly expresses the couple's design philosophy. Their signature elements - geometric wood frame, soft ne...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Two-Seater "Baisity" Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B, Italy, Circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Two-Seater "Baisity" Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B, Italy, Circa 1980
Designer: Antonio Citterio
Model: Baisity Two-Seater Sofa
Manufacturer: B&B Italia
Country of Origin: Ita...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Piero Lissoni 8 Modular Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Piero Lissoni 8 Modular Sofa For Cassina
Refined minimalist shapes characterize the timeless elegance of this modular sofa that combines masterful construction and fine tailoring in...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Vico Magistretti for Cassina "Maralunga" Sofa in Blue Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa designed by Vico Magistretti for the Cassina factory in the 1970s. The two-seater sofa is entirely upholstered in original fabric of the time in perfect condition, no rips or da...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Plastic
De Sede "DS-88" Patchwork Modular Sofa, 1970, Set of 3
By De Sede
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
De Sede "DS-88" patchwork modular sofa, Leather, Switzerland, 1970, set of three.
The De Sede “DS-88” modular sofa, designed in 1970, embodies the Swiss brand's commitment to excell...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid century Danish Modern Beautiful Gray Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great mid century Danish modern Gray leather 3 seat sofa with wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Gray leather is soft and shows signs of use but broken in nicely. Great Da...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
The Rock Tall back rattan loveseat sofa by Gerard van den Berg leather, 1970s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This rare and very comfortable mid-century 'Rock' style sofa was designed in the style of the famous Rock by the famous Dutch designer Gerard van den Berg for Montis.
Period: 1970s
...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Børge Mogensen.
Manufacturer: Fredericia Stolefabrik.
Period or model: Mid-Century Modern.
Specs: Wood, leather.
Condition:
This Børge Mogensen sofa...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rodolfo Dordoni ''Sail Out' Outdoor Sofa by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Inspired by the spirit of 1950s seaside resorts, Sail Out is an outdoor modular sofa that recalls the sof...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione Loveseat
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Miami, FL
Looking for a statement piece that's as stylish as it is comfortable Check out our 1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione loveseat, in a luxuri...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Mid-Century Lane Venture Rattan Wicker and Upholstered Love Seat
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-Century Lane Venture Rattan Wicker and Upholstered Love Seat. Two available.
Measures 65" in width, 35" in depth , 33.5" in height. Seat height is 18", Seat interior width is 44"...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Rare Osvaldo Borsani for ABV Three-Seat Sofa in Walnut and Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo, three-seat sofa model '3615', walnut, velvet fabric, Italy, designed in 1935
Designed by Osvaldo Borsani, this remarkable rare sofa b...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Curved "Comma" Italian sofa in blue velvet in the style of Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant Italian Mid Century blue velvet sofa in the style of Ico Parisi. Brass Upholstered in blue velvet and featuring brass feet. Ico Parisi`s `Comma` sofa is the 20th Century Desi...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Danish Midcentury 3-Seater Sofa in Solid Oak and Wool by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and sought after sofa attributed to Danish Designer, Henning Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak, Hand carved in brutalist style seeking inspiration from art & crafts and...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Tobia Scarpa "Coronado" Black Leather Sofa for B&B, Italy 1970 ca.
Located in Sacile, PN
Coronado sofa designed by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. The project is dated 1966. Black leather, great condition.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Tandem Sling by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Four-Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ray and Charles Eames were commissioned to design the perfect utilitarian seating for the first international airports in 1962, created for comfort and convenience. For the modern-da...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa
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
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