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Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rome, IT
Pretzel corner rattan sofa designed in the manner of Paul Frankl. This unique sofa features a bent
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This model is from
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Nordic Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Oy Boman Ab, Finland 1940s
By Boman OY
Located in Utrecht, NL
embodied simplicity and comfort while showcasing the natural beauty of materials. This elegant sofa is
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

1940s Finnish Curved Sofa with Buttoned Backrest by Carl-Johan Boman
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in London, GB
This comfortable large sofa is a classic Finnish modern design from the 1940s by Carl-Johan Boman
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Sofa with Leather Upholstery and Oak Frame, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
abandon ornamentation to benefit the form, the maker of this sofa maintained the beauty and warmth
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Leather, Oak

Danish Designer, Corner Sofa, Elm, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An elm and light-grey fabric corner sofa or bench designed and produced by an unknown Danish
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Elm

1940s Burl Walnut Queen Anne Style Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
1940s burl walnut Queen Anne style sofa Burr walnut tops, walnut carcass and cabriole legs.
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Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Vintage 1940s Sofas

Italian Two-Seater Sofa with Longhair Sheepskin, Italy ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
execution, and exclusivity. The era’s seating models - including this sofa - were created to highlight the
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Sheepskin, Wood

Danish Three Seater Sofa Upholstered in Casentino Tuscan Fabric, Denmark 1940s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
stylish three seater sofa has been designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1940s. It is in excellent
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Two Seater Sofa Upholstered in Casentino Tuscan Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
and stylish two seater sofa has been designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1940s. It is in
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Restored Vintage 1940 s Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Five-strand square pretzel style, Four-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous six
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Rattan

Rare Danish sofa in patinated oak, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sofa attributed to Frits Henningsen in patinated oak new wool.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Oak

Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Twisted Cord Trimming, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish design created during the 20th century. As this elegant three-seater sofa shows, the style is
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Swedish Modern Two Seater Wooden Sofa in Pine Sheepskin by Carl Malmsten 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and early Swedish mid century wooden two seater sofa model "Stugan" in stained pine by
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Sheepskin, Pine

Swedish Wooden Sofa in Dark Brown Pine by David Rosén Nordiska Kompaniet 1940s
By David Rosén, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish early mid century wooden "Berga" sofa in dark brown stained pine by David Rosén for
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Pine

Danish Three-Seater Sofa with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
modern Danish sofa encompasses its era’s ethos. Visually, this sofa represents Danish modernism by
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

Italian Modern Wooden Sofa with White Fabric, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Wooden sofa with white fabric, 1940s A sofa with wooden structure. The sofa has a
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern, Beige Fabric, Oak, Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Beige Fabric, Oak, Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s A Danish cabinetmaker
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

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
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Bouclé, Beech

Kaare Klint Sofa # 5011 in Original Cognac Leather Rud Rasmussen, Denmark 1940s
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Two-seater sofa model 5011 in original cognac leather and six-legged mahogany base. Produced by Rud
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Leather, Mahogany

Danish Modern Finn Juhl "46" Sofa, Dark Lavender Blue Velvet, Carl Brørup, 1940s
By Finn Juhl
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important Finn Juhl "46" sofa made in the 1940s at original manufacturer Carl Brørup. The
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Velvet

Three-Seat Sofa Attributed to Franco Albini, 1940s
By Franco Albini
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful three-seat sofa from 1940 attributed to Franco Albini in rosewood. The fabric used for
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Walnut

Art Deco 1940s Red Two Seater Distressed Sofa Restoration Project As Seen Poirot
Located in London, GB
1940s Art Deco two-seater, distressed sofa, featuring timeless oak wood arms, as seen at Hercule
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1940s British Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A large Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

1940s Frits Henningsen Mahogany Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark
By Fritz Heningsen
Located in Praha, CZ
- Sturdy and stable - Upholstery in good original condition with minor signs of use - Measures: High of seat 43cm.
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Mahogany

Three-Seat Sofa in Pine and Cognac Leather by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Göperts, Göperts Möbler
Located in Karis, Nyland
A fine example of early Swedish craftsmanship by Göperts Möbler, this three-seat sofa combines
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Leather, Pine

Danish Modern Two-Seater Sofa with an Accent Pillow, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
and young functionalist architects. This can be easily seen in this sofa with its gentle curviness and
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Bouclé, Wood

Attributed Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

Isa Bergamo large Art Deco walnut mohair velvet sofa 1940s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Paris, IDF
This exceptional sofa, attributed to Isa Bergamo, and dating from the 1940s, is an outstanding
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

Restored 1940s Swedish Art Moderne “Banana Seat” Curved Loveseat Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
hallmark of high-end Swedish furniture in the late 1940s. The sofa has undergone a complete restoration to
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1940s Swedish Streamlined Moderne Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Leather, Fabric, Elm

Chrome Bauhaus Robert Slezák 3-Seat Sofa, 1940s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, fabric - Original upholstery - Dimensions of mattress: W 185cm x D 83cm - Good, original condition.
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Chrome

Mid-Century Curved Sofa by Carl-Johan Boman for Boman Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY
Located in Karis, Nyland
stained legs, Finland, 1940s. This exquisite sofa has a classic Scandinavian Modern form including
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood, Birch

Svante Skogh, Freestanding Sofa in Floral Fabric, Swedish Modern, 1940s
By AB Förenade Möbelfabrikerna Linköping, Svante Skogh
Located in Odense, DK
A refined and expressive Swedish sofa designed by Svante Skogh for Förenade Möbler, Linköping, mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

1940s Danish Mohair Sofa with Channel Back and Curved Silhouette
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant 1940s Danish sofa features a gracefully curved form with vertical channel-back tufting
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Mohair

Restored 1940s Art Deco Sofa Mink Mohair, Matching Chair Available
Located in Detroit, MI
Note: We have additional matching sofa and lounge chair sets undergoing restoration and can offer
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Brass

1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs Striped Wool Upholstery
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Leather, Wool, Hardwood

Alfred Christensen Three-Seater Sofa for Slagelse Møbelfabrik, Denmark 1940s
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
present sofa in this style is a rare and exquisite example of this. This sofa has the characteristic
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Flemming Lassen Style, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Curved Sofa, Boucle, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Flemming Lassen Style, Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Sofa, Beige Boucle, 1940s
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Bouclé

1940s Banana Sofa In Crimson Brocade Fabric
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1940s Materials: Beech, Wool
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Stunning Hollywood Regency Butterfly Wing, 1940s Two-Piece Sectional Sofa
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning 1940s two-piece Hollywood Regency butterfly wing sofa sectional. We have never seen
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Upholstery

Mogens Lassen Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in New York, NY
stained beechwood legs. This iconic 1940s Danish modernist sofa is a rare model built with impeccable
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Bouclé, Wood, Beech

Set of 2 Sofas with Fabric by Fede Cheti, Italy 1940s
By Fede Cheti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of two sofas was designed in Italy in the 1940s and 1950s. It is covered with fabric by
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Textile, Wood

1940s Jindřich Halabala Sofa or Bed for UP Závody, Czechoslovakia
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - The fabric upholstery has some signs of use - Confortable.    
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Art Deco 3-Seat Sofa Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, wood - Sale without mattresses - Good, original condition.
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Metal

Guglielmo Ulrich, Mid-Century Modern, Three Seat Sofa, White Boucle, Wood, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa by Guglielmo Ulrich, Art Deco Style, Boucle, 1940s Italian organic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Textile, Wood

Elegant 1940s Edward Wormley, Dunbar for Modern, Curved Sofa on Mahogany Legs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant mid 1940s Edward Wormley for Dunbar curved sofa on six thick mahogany legs, with older re
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Rare Restored "1940s Transition" Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
features a sofa and lounge chair with the "1940s Transition" three-stranded arm style. This arm style flows
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1950s Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Rattan

Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This important curved sofa was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Elm, Pine

Table with Faceted Edge Motif and Fluted Panel Legs, Italy, 1940 s
Located in New York, NY
presents as a very attractive and flexible piece. It would work beautifully as a Library or Sofa table
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Oak

Art Deco 3-Seater Sofa By A Danish Cabinetmaker, Flemming Lassen Style, 1940s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Kaare Klint, Flemming Lassen
Located in Odense, DK
Cabinetmaker in the 1940s. The overall impression of this sofa is really good, still with the original vintage
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Oak

1940 s Dunbar Furniture Two-Tone Side Table Designed by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Two-tone side table designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa late 1940s. Light
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Wood

Danish Sofa in Soft Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wood, upholstery, Denmark, 1940s This Danish sofa catches the eye due to the exquisitely
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Danish Curved Sofa in Floral Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Three-seat sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1940s This delicate banana shaped sofa embodies a dynamic
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Berga Mobler, sofa, beech, mohair, Denmark, 1940s. This beautifully crafted Danish sofa from the
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Velvet, Beech

Danish Banana Sofa in Muted Teal Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, fabric, stained wood, Denmark, 1940s This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Pencil Rattan Sofa, Pair Arm Chairs, Coffee Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored and reupholstered 1940s pencil rattan sofa, pair of armchairs, and glass top coffee table
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Frits Henningsen Three-Seat Sofa in Pastel Upholstery
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frits Henningsen, three-seat sofa, fabric and beech, Denmark, 1940s. This sofa, designed by Frits
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Sofas

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Fabric, Beech

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Vintage 1940s Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage 1940s sofas available for sale. The range of distinct vintage 1940s sofas — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage 1940s sofas available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage 1940s sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Vintage 1940s sofas have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Carl Malmsten, A.J. Iversen and Birte Iversen are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage 1940s Sofas?

Vintage 1940s sofas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,000, while the lowest priced sells for $615 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage 1940s Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.