Modern Sofas
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Period: 1980s
A pair of "Spirit" Sofas by John Hutton
By John Hutton
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair “spirit” sofas by John Hutton for Dohghia. Covered in a deep rust colored velvet with decorative velvet rosettes across the back. Retains Donghia label.
Condition: Very goo...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Preview 4 piece Sectional Sofa, 1988
Located in Chicago, IL
4 piece curved biomorphic sectional sofa, 1988. Designed byVladimir Kagan for Preview. Original blue/green fabric is in great condition.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Curved sofa "Max" by Antonio Citterio, Flexform, Italy, 1983 (Customizable)
Located in Argelato, BO
ANTONIO CITTERIO, "Max" sofa for FLEXFORM, 1983.
Chromed steel tube, fabric covered padding.
Height 70 cm, width 210, depth 75.
The sofa is presented in its original fabric (to be...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian modern Tramonto a New York modular sofa, Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, 1984
By Gaetano Pesce, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Modular sofa model Tramonto a New York, made up of eight pieces between skyscrapers and sun. The padded skyscrapers act as seats and armrests and backrests and are covered in a fabri...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Alanda sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. A true design product, typical of the 1990s.
Made of Steel and upholstered in Grey color Alcantara, fully removable cover.
Armrests and head...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s
Modular sofa in blue velvet composed of five modules. The modules are three central twins and two with armrests. The seats and ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Plastic
Bull 3-seater red leather sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 1987
Located in Stavenisse, NL
A timeless design by infamous Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) for Cassina; the Bull sofa. Only produced in 1987 by Cassina, this design is becoming increasingly rare...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Rubber
Arflex Ribalta Adjustable Daybed by Fabrizio Ballardini
By Arflex, Fabricio Ballardini
Located in Dronten, NL
Ribalta Sofa designed by Fabrizio Ballardini for Arflex, 1980s.
Easily adjustable from a spacious two-seater sofa into a comfortable daybed.
The upholstery is still presentable with no tears or excessive wear, reupholstery available upon request.
Fabrizio Ballardini, architect since 1977, turns his attention to industrial Design in 1980, working with many internationally renowned furniture factories. He designs for Arflex, Roche Bobois, Seven, Bernini, Sirrah, Gamma International, Bontempi, Progetti, Atl Group, Altrenotti, Vetfor, Enterprice Marine, Ipe, Kenzo Maison...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Interior Crafts Tuxedo Pillow Back Sofas in Chenille
Located in Chicago, IL
* A second sofa is available. See below.
Immerse yourself in the luxurious embrace of this fully upholstered Interior Crafts tuxedo / pillow back sofa...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Down
Maarten Kusters Elliptical sofa 'no stop' for Edra
By Maarten Kusters
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Maarten Kusters Elliptical sofa 'no stop' for Edra
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede
20th Century Leather Sofa In The Manner Of Le Corbusier, Italy c.1980
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A white leather sofa in the manner of Le Corbusier’s LC2 sofa, crafted in Italy in the 1980s. It captures the essence of vintage aesthetics and offers the same iconic look as its cou...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1980s Paolo Piva Sofa Italian Pink Leather
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buxton, GB
ROCAILLE ANTIQUES
Experience the allure of vintage Italian design with this stunning Paolo Piva pink leather sofa. Crafted in Italy with a solid pa...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
20th Century Leather Sofa In The Manner Of Le Corbusier, Italy c.1980
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A white leather sofa in the manner of Le Corbusier’s LC2 sofa, crafted in Italy in the 1980s. It captures the essence of vintage aesthetics and offers the same iconic look as its cou...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Steve Chase Iconic Channel Sofa From Celebrity Estate in New Creme Upholstery
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The most desired sofa we have ever had in 13 years of business is the channel sofas that Steve Chase designed in the 1980s - 1990s. We were always going to keep this one for ourselve...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1980s Eileen Gray "Lota" Sofa for ClassiCon in Black Leather and Lacquered Wood
By Eileen Gray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a “Lota” sofa, designed by Eileen Gray in 1924. This particular sofa was manufactured by ClassiCon in the 1980s, and bears a label with Gray’s signature. Gray designed the Lo...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1980's Modern Manhattan Elegant Tufted Standard Sofa
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1980's Modern Elegant and Tufted "Manhattan" style Standard Sofa. Beautiful modern style sofa.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1980s Tentazione Two-Seater Sofa / Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina Model 685
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tentazione two-seater sofa, model 685, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973. Its frame is made of steel, and the seat and back are formed from pliant mo...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
‘Fantasy Island’ 2-seater sofa by Kurt Bayer, 1980's
By Kurt Bayer
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A magnificent "Fantasy Island" 2-seat sofa by Kurt Bayer, Germany 1980's.
This sculptural sofa is made of wood, steel and leather, a beautiful combination.
...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
1980s Mario Bellini for Cassina Black Leather Software Tilbury Sofa
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a circa 1980s production Tilbury three seat sofa (part of the Software collection), designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Cassina in Italy. This example is one of a few s...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Plastic, Foam
1980s Vintage Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 Red Leather and Black Two Seat Settee
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 two-seater loveseat with gorgeous red leather upholstery and black casing. This is a favorite of ours, ...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian modern black metal sofa Re e Regina by Mario Botta for Alias, 1985
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black metal sofa Re e Regina by Mario Botta for Alias, 1985
Sofa mod. King and Queen two seater. The structure is entirely in perforate...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1980s de Sede DS140 Adjustable Sofa by Reto Frigg in White Leather
By Reto Frigg, De Sede
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a DS140 adjustable sofa designed by Reto Frigg and produced by de Sede in Switzerland circa mid 1980s. The sofa has a unique rotating seat system, allowing it to become a double chaise lounge...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
1980s Marcel Breuer for Tecta Gray Suede F40 Settee / Sofa Made in Germany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptional and very rare F40 settee / sofa, designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by renowned bauhaus manufacturer Tecta. Tecta has been bringing to life earl...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede, Foam
Spirit Sofa by John Hutton
By John Hutton
Located in San Francisco, CA
A “spirit” sofa by John Hutton for Dohghia. Covered in a deep rust colored velvet with decorative velvet rosettes across the back. Retains Donghia label.
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of John Mascheroni Curved Sofas
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of John Mascheroni curved sofas, an elegant duo of modern furniture that adds a touch of sophistication to any living space. These beautifully crafted sofas feature strikin...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Orange fabric openable sofa bed, modern Italian, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Sofa bed with no base structure but only consists of a fold-down backrest included in the armrests part, which when opened, frames the same mattress, which also folds down. The sofa ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton
Steve Chase Rare “Penthouse” Chaise Lounge in new Off White Euro Bouclé
By A. Rudin, Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have been collecting Steve Chase designed furniture since 1997. There is not one style that we have not had designed by the late, great, highly respected and collected designer. The”Penthouse” series is the sexiest. It came in a sofa, love seat, and this rare chaise lounge. This set was made while Mr. Chase was alive. Only 2 manufacturers in Los Angeles made upholstery pieces for Steve Chase. This set, custom made by A.Rudin. Has been newly redone in European bouclè. It is a beautiful off white color. The pillow options are endless. We currently have the matching sofa from this vintage country club estate in Indian Wells California that is awaiting upholstery to match this piece. Please message us if interested. It will be listed on 1stdibs in a few months. This penthouse set was made for a living room of this beautifully designed residence but the penthouse lounge was also popular in the guest bedroom or office as it doubles as a wonderful day bad...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Large De Sede "Ds18" Leather Sectional Corner Sofa, Switzerland 1980s
By De Sede
Located in DE MEERN, NL
MASSIVE GREY/BLUE LEATHER "DS-18" SECTIONAL CORNER SOFA BY DE SEDE DESIGN TEAM, SWITZERLAND 1980S
Looking for a statement piece that combines luxury and history? Look no further tha...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pair of Weiman Curved Sectional Sofas
By Weiman
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of modern curved sectional sofas by Weiman, circa 1980s, featuring a geometric Aztek pattern with 4 sectional pieces and 4 pillows, great condition. Dimensions: 11'7" long x 54"...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Giulio Corner Black Leather Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia, Italy 80s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Giulio sofa was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia in 1987.
This corner shaped sofa version of the model Giulio is ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1980s Vintage Curved Cloud Red Sofa
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning cloud sofa, circa the 1980s. This biomorphic sofa sits on four chrome legs and features a red microsuede fabric. This piece is structurally so...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Italian Modern Lc2 Sofa, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Lc2 two-seater sofa, with black tubular structure with satin finish and completely removable cover in white cotton fabric.
Designed by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassi...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Paris, FR
Paolo Piva
Alanda
A rectangular two-seater sofa with mobile headrests and armrests covered with its multicolored original fabric upholstery.
Original edition by B&B Italia.
With B&B Italia label.
Italy.
Circa 1980.
Dimensions
Height : 74 cm With headrests raised : 88 cm
Width : 210 cm With armrests raised : 194 cm
Depth : 106 cm With headrests raised : 86 cm
Height of seat : 42 cm
Literature
Domus 633, November 1982, p.26-29
Domus 634, December 1982, p.22-23
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950-2000 per l'arredamento domestico, Umberto Allemandi, 2003, p.277
Mario Mastropietro, Rolando Gorla, Un’industria per il design : la ricerca i designers, l’immagine B&B Italia, Edizioni Lybra Immagine, Milano, 1986, p.394-397.
Paolo Piva
Paolo Piva was born in Adria in 1950. He studied architecture at the Venice Istituto Universitario di Architettura under the direction of Carlo Scarpa and Carlo Aymonino.
He practiced architecture and industrial design mainly in Italy and Austria.
In 1990, he became a professor at the Hochschule für Angewande Kunst in Vienna.
He designed factories in Italy, such as in Misinto for B&B Italia, galeries such as Schullin in Vienna for which he was awarded the « Adolf Loos » prize in 1994.
In 1996, he designed book-shops and cafeterias for the Venetian Civic Museums.
The same year, he participated in the 6th International Exhibition of Architecture at the Venice Biennale.
Alanda
The idea behind the Alanda was to create a « mobile » piece of furniture.
Developed with the B&B Research Centre, the mechanism allows different positions following the changing needs of the user.
« Alanda was conceived as an open object...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
By Steve Chase
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its super curvy, marshmallow shape and sumptuous cotton chenille fabric, this sofa is de...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chenille
Pair of Long Lite Blue Down Filled Sofas by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s glamorous pair of long lite blue down filled sofas by Steve Chase.
This came out of a Steven Chase design estate in Indian Wells CA. and wer...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Down
English Modern Rover Sofa, Ron Arad for One off Ltd 1981, Inspired by Rover 2000
Located in MIlano, IT
English modern black leather and metal Rover sofa by Ron Arad for One Off Ltd, 1981, inspired by Rover 2000 car.
Rover model sofa, with tubular metal structur...
Category
1980s English Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Purle Leather "Area" Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Vitra, Switzerland, 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
This clever and high-quality Postmodern sofa by Milan-based Antonio Citterio for Vitra designed in 1990, ‘Area’ is a hybrid of daybed and so...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Blush Ultrasuede 1980s Ruched Arm Sofa with 3 Matching Pillows Palm Springs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A very modern and glamorous sofa in the very current color of "blush" ultra suede that is all original. The sofa came out of a very high end 1980s Palm Springs estate. The arms have a unique ruched front detail. Fixed cushions that are firm but comfortable. Sofa comes with three self fabric ultrasuede pillows. The has such a modern look to it,. The pleated arm adds just the right amount of luxe style to the piece. Currently in our showroom in North Palm Springs we have a blush vignette. A pink marble top Marge Carson side table and two ceremic blush lamps...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
2 Piece Sectional Sofa made in Italy by Saba Italia
By Saba Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 piece sectional sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by Saba Italia.
The sofa has a chrome base with removable cushions and it comes with 2 pillows, ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
‘Fantasy Island’ 3-seater sofa by Kurt Bayer, 1980's
By Kurt Bayer
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A magnificent "Fantasy Island" 3-seat sofa by Kurt Bayer, Germany 1980's.
This sculptural sofa is just reupholstered with stunning Pierre Frey Mongolia fabric.
The base and the backrest have patina consistent with age and use, see the pictures.
Kurt Beier...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
De Sede Ds-600 "Non Stop" Snake Shaped Modular Sofa, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A fabulous De Sede leather DS 600 "Non Stop" or snake shaped sofa.
The DS 600 was designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede S...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Modern Black Chairs Toscana by Sartogo and Grenon for Saporiti, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black chairs Toscana by Sartogo and Grenon for Saporiti, 1980s
Set of 4 chairs mod. Toscana with square seat in black synthetic leather. The back, which extends on two...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Wood
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather sofa designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1980. All original and in excellent condition. Arms are removable.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International (designed in 1988) and signed with Knoll decking fabric and Knoll Made in Ital...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
John Hutton for Donghia Linen Upholstered Spirit Sofa, circa 1980s
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern linen upholstered "Spirit" sofa
Designed by John Hutton for Donghia
USA, circa 1980s
Measures: 90" W x 39" D x 38" H, seat height 18".
Very good origina...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Blue Velvet Sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in San Francisco, CA
A purple velvet Newton sofa by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Moroso.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
1980s Italian Modular Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Fully upholstered modular seating system with slab sides, tight seats, and ‘saddle bag’ style back and end cushions. Labeled Cassina under the seats on its metal frame as well as lab...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Settee, Sofa, Pair of 6-Seat, Custom Made, Terence Conran, Sutton Place
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This massive pair of 6-seat sofas were commissioned as part of Stanley J Seeger’s remodeling and grand redecoration of Sutton Place. They are upholstered ...
Category
1980s British Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Cord
Modern 80s Sculptural Sofa in New Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We took an amazing 1980s sofa by Directional and found a spectacular metallic silver gray leopard velvet fabric to redo it in. The result is a sp...
Category
1980s North American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Portuguese Sofa Made by Hand, 1980
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Sofa made by hand in the 1980s. With a module of 4 seats, 300 cm wide. Another module with 2 seats and 165 cm and a bench with 75 x 75 cm. Wooden structur...
Category
1980s Portuguese Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Modern Mid Century Vintage Cognac Leather Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Gorgeous vintage Danish modern leather sofa.
The cognac leather has a rich stunning patina with lot signs of use during the age.
The leather looks like vegetal leather but it is a fi...
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Sofa Settee 3-Seat Pair of Ottoman Leather Kelim Country House, 1980s
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Vintage leatherette and kelim upholstered country house style armchair
- Classic country house or club suite
- Striking, casual, aesthetic ming...
Category
1980s English Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Philippe Starck Custom Bench for the SLS Hotel in Los Angeles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two pieces are available.
Custom leather, wood, and chrome bench designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Cassina exclusively for the SLS hotel in Lo...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Wittmann Black Leather Sofa Model Edwards Design by Eward B. Tuttle
By Wittmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This leather sofa and loveseat was designed by Edward B. Tuttle for Wittmann, 1981.
It´s the early 1st version from 1990.
The first versio...
Category
1980s Austrian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
B&B Italia Sofa or Loveseat
By B&B Italia
Located in North Miami, FL
This newly upholstered Italian B&B sofa and or loveseat is from the 1980s. It is in an off-white textural checkerboard upholstery fabric. The sculptural arms add a dimension. It has ...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1980s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Sectional Sofa with Chrome Base
Located in Roanoke, VA
They don't make sofas better than this. Designed by Milo Baughman in 1982, the Sit Tight sofa is truly incredible. This sofa has been newly upholstered in a luxurious and textured ivory performance...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofa in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous nubby bouclé fabric, and is signed underneath with Directional label and has the lucite center support leg.
The color of the bouclé is a very light oatmeal color - close to ivory and off-white. In brighter light settings it appears to be white but in darker or regular room settings you can see the slight tan color it possesses. We've searched for years for the best bouclé fabric and this one is quite exquisite, with bigger and softer pile and thicker backing than all the others we have found.
*NOTE, the Philip & Kelvin LaVerne 'Chan' cocktail table shown in the photos is not priced in this set however is available for purchase in another listing. In addition, we have a matching ottomans on casters, three 'Corkscrew' swivel club chairs and other configurations of the 'Cloud' sofas, contact with questions and for more details.
Kagan, inspired by his early 1950s Kagan-Dreyfuss 'Serpentine' sofa and his later 'Shorty' sofa, designed his popular and classic always-in-demand 'Cloud' sofa for Directional Furniture with all of its sensuous Post-Modern curves and signature lucite bar fitted between two cylindrical bases. This pair of sofas feature the pouf / ottoman on the right side (if you are sitting on the sofas) which allow you to face the sofas towards each other in a Yin / Yang formation. Also both sofas are the style with the more in-demand 'center back' vs the style which has the 'wrap around arm'. This particular style is more rare and desirable so having both sofas with this style is difficult to achieve as they are harder to find. If you need a different configuration contact us as we have other Cloud sofas in stock that are ready to be reupholstered.
Collectors and designers, it's hard to find a matching pair together - here's your opportunity, but hurry - this design is hot and sell fast as they are a staple for interior designers looking to create a magazine cover interior.
This Vladimir Kagan cloud sofa is so popular today with interior designers and collectors - the demand for Kagan's designs keep growing year after year. There is something timeless about the shape and silhouette of this couch and the comfort level is through the roof. Combine this was the on-trend off-white / oatmeal boucle fabric - and this sofa is a recipe for exquisiteness.
This Vladimir Kagan for Directional curved Cloud sofa...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Lucite
Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofas in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular pair of Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofas were produced by Directional in circa 1980 and were newly reupholstered in a gorgeous white nubby bouclé fabric, both sofas signed underneath with Directional labels.
Kagan, inspired by his early 1950s Kagan-Dreyfuss 'Serpentine' sofa and his later 'Shorty' sofa, designed his popular and classic always-in-demand 'Cloud' sofa for Directional Furniture with all of its sensuous Post-Modern curves and signature lucite bar fitted between two cylindrical bases. Each sofa has a different back style, one which wraps around one side and the other centralized. Having both styles together in the same room was the signature look that Kagan made popular - a beautiful way to creatively signify how two separate individuals, while different, can live harmoniously together. You can have the sofas face each other or place them side by side as you can see in the photos.
Collectors and designers, it's hard to find a matching pair together - here's your opportunity, but hurry - these matched pairs sell fast as they are a staple for interior designers looking to create a magazine cover interior.
*This listing is priced for the pair of sofas, if you wish to only purchase a single see our other listings for these sofas individually priced or contact us.
These Vladimir Kagan cloud sofas are so popular today with interior designers and collectors - the demand for Kagan's designs keep growing year after year. There is something timeless about the shape and silhouette of this couch and the comfort level is through the roof. Combine this was the on-trend white boucle fabric - and this sofa is a recipe for exquisiteness.
These Vladimir Kagan for Directional curved Cloud sofas...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Sofas
Materials
Lucite, Bouclé
Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. 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 $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.
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