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2000s Royalton Two-Seater Sofa by Philippe Starck for Driade in Fabric
By Philippe Starck
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Royalton Sofa, designed by Philippe Starck and produced by Driade shortly after the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Outdoor
Virkelyst
2-Seater Sofa in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and white fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and White Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and white fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and ash fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Charcoal Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and charcoal fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Lounge Sofa in Cognac Leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, in the 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Italian Corner Sofa for Ariberto Colombo, 1950s
By Ico Parisi, Ariberto Colombo
Located in Puglia, Puglia
L corner sofa designed by Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo Cantù.
The sofa, as shown in the photo
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Outdoor
Virkelyst
2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and ash fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and papyrus fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Teak, Fabric
Veranda
3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Almelo, NL
This multicolored and adjustable sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1980s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Large Lounge Sofa in Bordeaux Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970
By Mobil Girgi, Sapporo
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in bordeaux red Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970
A large lounge
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
French Togo Shanghai Sofa by Michel Ducaroy
Cristian Zuzunga for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Cristian Zuzunaga, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Shanghai Sofa is a rare, Limited Edition sofa. The cover is made by the Artist Cristian
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Breathtaking McGuire Cane Sofa in the Style of Michael Taylor- Pair Available
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Mid Century Teak 3-Seater Sofa by Juul Kristensen for Glostrup, 1970s
By Juul Kristensen, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Elegant sofa designed by Juul Kristensen and manufactured in Denmark by Glostrup Møbelfabrik circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Gio Ponti for Casa E Giardino Midcentury Sofa in Bouclé Upholstery Italy 1940s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Almelo, NL
Gio Ponti For Casa E Giardino Midcentury Sofa in Bouclé upholstery Italy 1940s
This midcentury
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
C Sofa
Located in Udaipur, IN
The C Sofa is a contemporary reimagining of the traditional Indian charpai bed, translated into a
Category
2010s Indian Sofas
Materials
Teak, Rope
$10,850 / item
1970s Frank Majore for Pace Collection Two Seat Sofa in Orange Hopsack Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Frank Majore for Pace Collection Two-Seat Love Seat Sofa in Dark Orange Hopsack Fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1960s
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Comfortabele 2-seater sofa designed by Kho Liang Ie.
Manufactured by Artifort in the 60's. In
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1960s 100" Sling Sofa by Jules Heumann for Metropolitan Furniture Oak and Boucle
By Metropolitan, Jules Heumann
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
sofa suspends from a solid oak frame and appears to float in suspension. A unique hidden iron system
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Warren Platner Walnut and Leather Floating Case Sofa for Lehigh Leopold, c. 1970
By Lehigh Leopold, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Warren Platner Executive Leather Case Sofa designed for Lehigh Leopold in circa 1970, and features a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern 3-Seater Z-Sofa by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
We present the icon of Danish Mid-Century Modern design and a very rare model: the Z-sofa was
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Teak
Poul Kjærholm
PK31
3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm
PK31
2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Leather (Cat. 5)
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Large Lounge Sofa in Firebrick Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970
By Mobil Girgi, Sapporo
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Lounge Sofa in Patinated Firebrick Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970
A large
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Large Lounge Sofa in Brown Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970
By Mobil Girgi, Sapporo
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Lounge Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970
A large
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and honey yellow fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Yellow Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and yellow striped fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Yellow Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and yellow striped fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Blue Striped Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in teak and blue striped fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor
Virkelyst
2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Honey Yellow Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in teak and honey yellow fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
2000s EOOS for Walter Knoll/Coalesse Jason 390 3-Seater Sofa in Leather
Fabric
By Walter Knoll, EOOS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Jason 390 sofa, produced by German manufacturer Walter Knoll/Coalesse. The sofa was
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
PLYN sofa
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Miami, FL
the world around it.
The collection includes an upholstered sofa, armchair, and a bench, each
Category
2010s Ukrainian Sofas
Materials
Textile, Ash
$36,110 / item
Rare Bull Sofa in Terra Alcantara by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Italy, 1987
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
structure completely covered with foam for super comfortable seating pleasure. The sofa has a high comfort
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Ultrasuede
Set of Two Patinated Leather Sofas by Gerard van den Berg for Montis Netherlands
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis
Located in Almelo, NL
Patinated Leather Sofa by Gerard van den Berg for Montis, Netherlands, 1970s
A striking vintage
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mid Century Sectional Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates c 1960
s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Architectural two piece sectional sofa, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$4,000 Sale Price
20% Off
High Back Sofa By Gio Ponti For ISA Bergamo in Bouclé Fabric Upholstery 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Almelo, NL
Elegant three seat high back sofa reupholstered in new bouclé fabric was designed by Gio Ponti and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
21stC "Mah Jong" Sectional Sofa By Hans Hopfer For Roche Bobois, France c.2000
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elevate a living space with this stunning designer “Mah Jong” modular sofa suite by Roche Bobois
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Other Sofas
Materials
Fabric
21stC "Mah Jong" Sectional Sofa By Hans Hopfer For Roche Bobois, France c.2000
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Elevate a living space with this stunning designer “Mah Jong” modular sofa suite by Roche Bobois
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Other Sofas
Materials
Fabric
50s Sofa Black Tubular Frame Red Upholstery design by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in London, GB
Iconic mid century Italian design at its best. A sensational three seater sofa with red original
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1950s Curved Green Cotton and Wool Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti - Mid-Century
Located in Manzano, IT
1950s Curved Green Cotton and Wool Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti – Mid-Century Italian Luxury
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Brass
Safari
Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova, Italy, 1960s
By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exceptionally rare "Safari" sectional sofa, designed in 1968 by the influential Italian collective
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur, Fiberglass
$46,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Muller Van Severen Corner UV Pro Beige, Pillow Sofa In Leather For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Muller Van Severen Corner UV Pro Beige, Pillow Sofa In Leather For Bd Barcelona
Muller Van
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Polyester
Muller Van Severen Corner UV Pro Beige, Pillow Sofa In Leather For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Muller Van Severen Corner UV Pro Beige, Pillow Sofa In Leather For Bd Barcelona
Muller Van
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Foam, Polyester
Mid Century Modern Hans J. Wegner Model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted Denmark Sofa
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Kramfors, SE
Vintage Hans J. Wegner sofa model GE-290 for Getama Gedsted, Denmark. The sofa is a mid century
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Modern sofa, Matador Modern Sofa, Lawrence Peabody, Walnut
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern sofa, Matador modern sofa, lawrence peabody, walnut
This Lawrence Peabody modern sofa for
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Two-seater dark blue suede sofa in the style of Jacques Charpentier, France 1970
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in Renens, CH
Two-seater sofa in the style of Jacques Charpentier, France 1970.
The frame, back cushions and
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
2020 Custom Sculptural Sofa in the Dunbar Style from NYC Tower in Off-White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a custom-designed sculptural sofa, commissioned for the interiors of a Richard Meier
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Lord Norman Foster Model 500 Black Leather 2 Seat Settee Sofa for Walter Knoll
By Walter Knoll, Sir Norman Foster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lord Norman Foster, the renowned British architect. Two sofas are available. The price listed is for
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 1960s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in Teddy Upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa Dwell Sugar
By Malerba
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The SUGAR sofa from Dwell by Malerba is a stunning representation of Italian style and design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
$10,498 / item
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in
Harald 3 #982
by Kvadrat for Verpan
By Verner Panton
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
PLYN sofa small
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Miami, FL
the world around it.
The collection includes an upholstered sofa, armchair, and a bench, each
Category
2010s Ukrainian Sofas
Materials
Textile, Ash
$28,810 / item
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio Line
Vario Pillo
Modular Sofa
By Rosenthal, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s
This exuberant
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Mid Century Sofa Vintage Couch 1960er rot retro samt
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful vintage couch from the 1960s for sale. The sofa is covered with a red
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
High Back Sofa By Gerard van den Berg for Montis in Cognac Leather, 1980
s
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A stunning 3-seater high back sofa by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis.
This magnificent sofa is
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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- Why is it called a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
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- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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