What was worn in the 1970s?

Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.

Are the 1970s mid-century?

No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Were sequins popular in the 1970s?

Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Was velvet used in the 1970s?

Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.

What is 1970s furniture called?

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?

Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.

Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?

The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?

After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Italian Couch 1970s

Italian Leather Sofa Black

Soriana Sofa Tobia Scarpa

Cassina Sofa Brown

Mid Century Sofas 1970s

Italian Post Modern Sofa

Soriana Cassina

Sity Sofa

3 Seat Italian Sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Afra Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Italian Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofa, 1970s

$18,552

Italian Modern Caramel Leather Piumino Sofa by De Pas, D urbino Lomazzi, 1970s

By Gionathan de Pas Donato D’Urbino Paolo Lomazzi

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern caramel leather three seating Piumino sofa by De Pas, D'Urbino and Lomazzi, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian Modern Caramel Leather Piumino Sofa by De Pas, D urbino Lomazzi, 1970s

$5,886

Italian Three-Seater Sofa Model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern three-seater sofa model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s Three

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian Three-Seater Sofa Model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s

$5,888 Sale Price

20% Off

1970 s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa 240 cm Pink Coated Fabric Becchi Giovannetti

By Alessandro Becchi

Located in Casalguidi, IT

The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff ha recently

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1970 s Design Anfibio Foldable Sofa 240 cm Pink Coated Fabric Becchi Giovannetti

$10,845 / item

Italian Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini le Bambole for B&B Italia 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 'Le Bambole' sofa, brown patinated leather, Italy, 1972. This

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Italian Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini le Bambole for B&B Italia 1970s

$21,000

Italian 1970s Erasmo Sofa Afra Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Manner Living Room

By Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in London, GB

sofa imported all their furniture from Italy and Switzerland to Athens Greece in the early 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Italian 1970s Erasmo Sofa Afra Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Manner Living Room

$2,265

Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Brussels, BE

Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina,New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s Gianfranco Frattini

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s

$10,413

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

By Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed in the early 1970s, the Soriana sofa is a landmark of Italian mid-century modern design

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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

$16,950

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Sofa model Coronado

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

$3,112

Italian modern Beige fabric Modular sofa by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s

By Sabot, Willy Rizzo

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Beige fabric Modular sofa by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s Modular and corner sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian modern Beige fabric Modular sofa by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s

$5,434

1970s Mid-Century Italian Modular Sofa in Original Beige Corduroy Fabric

Located in Berlin, DE

A stylish Mid-Century Italian modular sofa from around 1970, retaining its original beige cord

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine, Plywood

1970s Mid-Century Italian Modular Sofa in Original Beige Corduroy Fabric

$3,231 / set

"Hussar" Sofa Set by Luciano Frigerio, 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Roma, IT

Mid-century "Hussar" sofa set is a design furniture item realized by Luciano Frigerio in 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

"Hussar" Sofa Set by Luciano Frigerio, 1970s

$16,158 / set

Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s Modular sofa mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian modern brown fabric modular sofa Compor S 72 by Gero for Mussi, 1970s

$23,938

"Europoltrona Apollo" Modular Sofa, 1970s

By Europoltrona

Located in Palermo, IT

"Europoltrona Apollo" Modular Sofa, Made in Italy, 1970s Intact and in good condition, it consists

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

"Europoltrona Apollo" Modular Sofa, 1970s

$3,471 / set

Mid-century modern Italian Modular Leather Sofa by Lev Lev, 1970s

By Lev Lev

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Italian Modular Leather Sofa by Lev & Lev, 1970s Designed and produced by Lev & Lev in Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Mid-century modern Italian Modular Leather Sofa by Lev Lev, 1970s

$3,638 / set

Mid-Century Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti

Located in Brussels, BE

Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, Italy,1970s - New White Upholstery - 2

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

$5,864 / item

Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s

By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia

Located in Roma, IT

Mario Bellini, Camaleonda Sofa Set 8 modules+ottoman, realized for C&B, first series 1970 ca

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s

$81,390 / set

Red Nuvolone Sofa by Rino Maturi, 1970s

By Mimo Padova

Located in Roma, IT

Nuvolone sofa is an original design furniture piece realized by Rino Maturi in the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Metal

Red Nuvolone Sofa by Rino Maturi, 1970s

$5,864

Italian Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofa Design Afra Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1970s

By Maxalto, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design three-seater sofa from the “Artona” series designed by Afra &

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Wood Fabric "Artona" Sofa Design Afra Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1970s

$22,143

Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

By Afra Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa model

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

$7,181

Pair of Soriana Sofas, by Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s

By Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Argelato, BO

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Sofas, Cassina, Italy, 1970s. Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Pair of Soriana Sofas, by Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s

$8,976 / item

Pair of Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Two-Seater Sofas for Cassina, Italy 1970s

By Cassina, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in London, GB

Winner of the Compasso d’Oro award in 1970, the Soriana led Italian power couple Afra and Tobia

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pair of Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Two-Seater Sofas for Cassina, Italy 1970s

$37,064 / set

Sofa "Marenco" by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s

By Arflex, Mario Marenco

Located in bruxelles, BE

Brown suede sofa with ottoman by Mario Marenco. Model: Marenco. Sofa dimensions: H: 63 cm L: 238 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Sofa "Marenco" by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s

$6,727

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

$23,519

Mid century Italian leather sofa set by Ercole Biella for Grappeggia, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

condition 1970s - Italy Dimensions: Height: 80cm Width: 160cm (armchair: 100cm) Depth: 85cm Seat height

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid century Italian leather sofa set by Ercole Biella for Grappeggia, 1970s

$2,393 / set

Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room sofa by Romeo Rega, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Paris, IDF

This sofa from the Mid-Century Modern Italian Riviera period designed by Romeo Rega is bursting

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Italian Lacquer Brass Living Room sofa by Romeo Rega, 1970s

$13,166

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

By Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Antwerp, BE

Three-seater Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and coveted piece of Italian

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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

$26,200

‘Strips’ Sofa in Light Blue by Cini Boeri for Arflex, Italy, 1970s

By Cini Boeri

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Cotton

‘Strips’ Sofa in Light Blue by Cini Boeri for Arflex, Italy, 1970s

$6,900 / item

Luciano Frigerio Norman 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the Missoni family, the 'Norman' sofa is a rare example of Italian craft meeting fashion legacy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Luciano Frigerio Norman 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s

$9,035 / item

Soriana Two-Seater Sofa by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

By Cassina, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Antwerp, BE

Two Soriana two-seater sofas by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a celebrated icon of 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Soriana Two-Seater Sofa by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

$12,700

RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti Confidential , Italy, 1970s

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti

Located in Basel, BS

Alberto Rosselli Set For Saporiti 'Confidential', Italy Design, 1972 Two seater sofa by Alberto

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

RARE Alberto Rosselli Sofa Two Seater for Saporiti Confidential , Italy, 1970s

$5,103 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Hannah Morrison for Knoll Grey Sling Sofa, 1970s

By Knoll, Bruce Hannah Andrew Morrison

Located in Basildon, London

of 1970s design. Inspired by sail boats, the Sling sofa features an industrial style metal frame

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Hannah Morrison for Knoll Grey Sling Sofa, 1970s

$1,269 Sale Price

50% Off

Rare Pair of Marble Coffee or Sofa Tables by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, Italy, 1970s

By Gae Aulenti

Located in Berlin, DE

Set of two coffee or sofa tables by Gae Aulenti for Knoll from the 1970s. Rare version with white

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Marble

Rare Pair of Marble Coffee or Sofa Tables by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, Italy, 1970s

$7,612 Sale Price / set

41% Off

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Brescia, IT

"Sistema 41" Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli 1974 Iconic Modular sofa 8 elements in orange

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1970s Sistema 61 Giancarlo Piretti Castelli Italian Design Orange Modular Sofa

$10,173

Blue Sofa - Italy 70s

Located in Paris, FR

Elegant Italian sofa from the 1970s, fully restored in a blue bouclé fabric from the English fabric

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Blue Sofa - Italy 70s

$8,408

Italian Mid Century Wooden Pine Sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, 1970s

By Poltronova, Mario Ceroli

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare and iconic Italian mid century two seater sculptural wooden sofa in Russian pine from the from

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Pine

Italian Mid Century Wooden Pine Sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, 1970s

$28,127

Italian modern brown leather Soriana sofa by Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina 1970s

By Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown leather Soriana sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina 1970s Two-seater sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Italian modern brown leather Soriana sofa by Afra Tobia Scarpa, Cassina 1970s

$19,390

Italian Sofa in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, aluminum, leather, Italy 1970s Comfortable sofa made in the 1970s. This sofa strongly

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Sofa in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

$6,450

Vintage Italian Sofa, Low Profile, Minimalist Design, Super Comfortable, Couch

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

For sale is a stunning vintage Italian sofa from the 1970s, embodying the sleek and minimalist

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Italian Sofa, Low Profile, Minimalist Design, Super Comfortable, Couch

$3,750

Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova Modular Sofa Nuvolone in Leather, Italy, 1970s

By Mimo Padova

Located in Almelo, NL

Large modular sofa Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova model ´Nuvolone´ in leather, Italy, 1970s Large

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Rimo Maturi for Mimo Padova Modular Sofa Nuvolone in Leather, Italy, 1970s

$19,900 / set

Maralunga sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in bruxelles, BE

Sofa in creamy white fabric designed by Vico Magistretti, Model: Maralunga. Seat height: 44 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Maralunga sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

$2,513

Italian modern brown leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s

By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown and beige leather modular sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Italian modern brown leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s

$6,128

Vivai del Sud Sofà Italian Design 1970s Flowers Black Multi-Color Bamboo

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Vivai del Sud sofà Italian design 1970s flowers black multi-color bamboo.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Vivai del Sud Sofà Italian Design 1970s Flowers Black Multi-Color Bamboo

$1,045 Sale Price

68% Off

Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa - White Lacquered Frame Orange Fabric

Located in Manzano, IT

Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa – White Lacquered Frame & Orange Fabric A striking 1970s modular sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa - White Lacquered Frame Orange Fabric

$4,069 Sale Price

60% Off

Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s

By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s Modular sofa mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Italian modern black leather sofa Bogo Carlo Bartoli Rossi for Albizzate, 1970s

$39,498

1970s Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina

By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina

Located in Toronto, CA

Like sitting on a cloud... Historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1970s Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina

$10,500

Rare "Capriccio" sofa in scrunched leather by Eurosalotto, 1970s

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

This leather sofa was designed in the 1970s by George Bighinello for the Italian brand Eurosalotto

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Rare "Capriccio" sofa in scrunched leather by Eurosalotto, 1970s

$4,488

Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in bruxelles, BE

Sofa in pink fabric and metal, model: Sesann by Gianfranco Frattini. Seat height: 34 cm. Stamped

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s

$6,463

Set of 3 Busnelli Wool Sofas and Armchair - 1970s

Located in Manzano, IT

Italian design with this set of three Busnelli seating pieces from the 1970s. The set includes two sofas

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood, Feathers

Set of 3 Busnelli Wool Sofas and Armchair - 1970s

$3,112 Sale Price / set

60% Off

Three-Seater Sofa for Mobilgirgi by Mario Marenco, 1970s

By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi

Located in Roma, IT

Outstanding three-seater sofa designed by Mario Marenco for Mobilgirgi in 1970s. Walnut and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Three-Seater Sofa for Mobilgirgi by Mario Marenco, 1970s

$3,770 Sale Price

30% Off

1970s Italian Sistema 61 Sofa Design by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli

By Giancarlo Piretti

Located in London, GB

This vintage, quite rare, Modular sofa its a splendid Iconic expression of the 1970s Italian design

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

1970s Italian Sistema 61 Sofa Design by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli

$14,057 Sale Price

20% Off

Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s

By Knoll, Cini Boeri

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Cini Boeri “Gradual” Sofa for Knoll International, Italy, 1972 Rare “Gradual” sofa designed by

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Cini Boeri - Leather Sofa "Gradual" for Knoll International, 1970s

$9,850

Postmodern Italian Modular Sofa in Checkered Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sectional sofa, fabric, Italy, 1970s This exceptional sofa stands as a prime example of postmodern

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Postmodern Italian Modular Sofa in Checkered Upholstery

$5,400 / set

Luciano Frigerio Mid-Century Modern Italian Wood and Suede Sofa "Ussaro", 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio di Desio, Luciano Frigerio

Located in Puglia, Puglia

This sofa was designed by Luciano Frigerio. It is made of wood with brass friezes, the upholstery

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Luciano Frigerio Mid-Century Modern Italian Wood and Suede Sofa "Ussaro", 1970s

$7,779

Vintage 1970s Busnelli Three-Seater Sofa - Aqua Green Patterned Fabric

Located in Manzano, IT

Italian design, this 1970s Busnelli sofa blends comfort and elegance with its striking aqua green

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1970s Busnelli Three-Seater Sofa - Aqua Green Patterned Fabric

$3,351 Sale Price

60% Off

Wood and brass sofa structure in the style of Luciano Frigerio, Italy, 1970s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Lyon, FR

Beautiful wood and brass sofa structure in the style of Luciano Frigerio's work. Made in Italy in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Wood and brass sofa structure in the style of Luciano Frigerio, Italy, 1970s

$1,127 Sale Price

40% Off

Relax Sofa Set by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova, 1970s

By Poltronova, Marco Zanuso

Located in Roma, IT

Relax sofa set is a set of tree realized by Marco Zanuso (1916-2001) for Poltronova in 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Relax Sofa Set by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova, 1970s

$6,463 / set

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Italian Couch 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Italian couch 1970s for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Italian couch 1970s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, animal skin and leather. There are all kinds of Italian couch 1970s available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of Italian couch 1970s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency Italian couch 1970s are of considerable interest. Italian couch 1970s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Mario Bellini, Cassina and B&B Italia are consistently popular.

How Much are Italian Couch 1970s?

Italian couch 1970s can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $7,800, while the lowest priced sells for $282 and the highest can go for as much as $61,412.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Italian Couch 1970s

What was worn in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
Are the 1970s mid-century?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Were sequins popular in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Was velvet used in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
What is 1970s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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