$3,880Sale Price|30% Off
Danish 1930s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in 'Nude' and Dark Grey Velvet
Located in Kastrup, DK
Banana sofa with curved backrest, Danish design 1930-1940.
Velvet
Italian Mid-Century Pink and Grey Fabric Sofa Giubba by Cuneo for Arflex, 1980s
By Arflex, Marcello Cuneo
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century pink and grey fabric sofa Giubba by Cuneo for Arflex, 1980s Two seater sofa mod.
Fabric
$3,257Sale Price|20% Off
Sofa Mid-Century Italian Design Geometric Form 1950s Wood Feat Grey Ico Parisi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Beautiful Mid-Century Italian design geometric form 1950s, including shipping worldwide. The particular form remember Ico Parisi design.
Fabric, Wood
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Light Grey Leather
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
This De Sede modular 'Snake' sectional sofa contains twelve elements in original light grey leather upholstery, of which ten centrepieces and two higher armrests.
Leather
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Grey Modular Sofa, Set of Three
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Rochester, England
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic. This three-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be confi...
Fabric
$1,480Sale Price|81% Off
Classic French Art Deco 1930 Style Leather Club Sofa / Couch
Located in New York, NY
Classic French Art Deco 1930 style stitched, grey leather sofa circa 1970 with pure, clean lines and an elegant, relaxed form.
Leather, Down
Ligne Roset Togo Grey Modular Sofa and Footstool by Michel Ducaroy, Set of Five
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic. This five-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be config...
Fabric
Large Modular Sofa GE 280 by Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Oak Blue Grey
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
The frame is solid oak, with blue grey woven wool cushions. Sofa is in great vintage condition, slight change in color due to sunlight on some of the cushions but not visible when t...
Wool, Oak
Vico Magistretti Cardigan Sofa for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully tailored 'Cardigan' sofa in grey leather designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.
Leather
Curved Italian mid-century velvet sofa, 1950s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Curved Italian mid-century sofa with dark grey velvet upholstery from the 1950s in the style of Marco Zanuso or Gigi Radice.
Metal, Brass
$1,296Sale Price|39% Off
Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
By Artifort
Located in Rochester, England
Fully upholstered in a blue-grey coloured fabric, the sofa has a sleek a sophisticated aesthetic with a pared back silhouette.
Fabric
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Edward Wormley Style Chesterfield Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Dunbar Style Chesterfield tufted sofa in Suede Sofa in Grey suede on a plinth base.
Suede
Milo Baughman, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and light grey fabric sofa designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin Inc, High Point, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s.
Fabric, Pine
Chesterfield Custom Sofa Sally Sirkin Lewis
By Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in Westport, CT
Velvet soft Toupe /Grey Chesterfield sofa,circa 1970 with large ball feet,heavy construction custom made "Sally Sirkin Lewis.
Velvet, Walnut
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and light-grey fabric sofa designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Fabric, Wood, Birch
Danish Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved oak and light grey fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1960s.
Fabric, Oak
Ward Bennett, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminium, USA, 1950s
By Ward Bennett, Lehigh Leopold
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminium and light grey fabric sofa designed by Ward Bennet and produced by Lehigh Leopold, USA, c. 1950s. 18” seat height.
Aluminum
Ward Bennet, Sofa, Aluminium, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Ward Bennett, Lehigh Leopold
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminium and light grey fabric sofa designed by Ward Bennet and produced by Lehigh Leopold, USA, c. 1950s. 18” seat height
Aluminum
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height
Mohair, Wood
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and grey beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
Fabric, Oak
Folke Jansson, Sofa, Fabric, Teak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
By Folke Jansson
Located in High Point, NC
A pink grey fabric, teak and brass sofa or settee, model Tellus, designed by Folke Jansson and produced by SM Wincrantz, Skövde, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Brass
Cini Boeri, Sofa, ABS Plastic, Leather, Italy 1970s
By Cini Boeri
Located in High Point, NC
A two-seater black ABS plastic and white / light grey leather sofa, designed by Cini Boeri, and produced by Gavina, Knoll, 1970s.
Leather, Plastic
Maison Jansen Stamped Sofa, Louis XV Style, France
By Maison Jansen
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Rare Maison Jansen stamped French Louis XV style sofa with original grey patina, and clean lined cream upholstery.
Wood
Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" 3-seater re-upholstered sofa For Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
We have reupholstered this sofa in boucle grey with a black undertone colour fabric.
Fabric, Bouclé
Milo Baughman, Sectional Sofa, Fabric, Stainless Steel, USA, 1980s
By Milo Baughman
Located in High Point, NC
A large grey fabric and stainless steel sofa designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer-Coggin, High Point, North Carolina, USA, c. 1980s.
Stainless Steel
Cini Boeri, Sofa, Plastic, Leather, Gavina Knoll, Italy 1970s
By Cini Boeri, Gavina
Located in High Point, NC
A three-seater black ABS plastic and white / light grey leather sofa, designed by Cini Boeri, and produced by Gavina, Knoll, 1970s.
Leather, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Seating Group with Sofa and Two Armchairs, Italy
Located in New York, NY
The pieces have been newly upholstered in a light grey woven fabric. Dimensions sofa: 32.7 x 86.6 x 39.4 inches Dimensions armchairs: 31.5 x 38.2 x 16.5 in
Stainless Steel
Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s
By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi
Located in Delft, NL
Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi sofa, Italy 1970s A blue/grey leather sofa, model Korium, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy.
Leather
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Danish Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, Light Gray Wool, 1950s
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Stamford, CT
This example features a curved back and armrests with tufting and a neutral light grey wool fabric. The entire sofa sits on four Mahogany legs; the back two slightly tilted.
Wool, Mahogany
A. Rudin Upholstered Chaise Lounge Sofa with Fortuny Throw Pillows
By A. Rudin, Fortuny
Located in Forney, TX
A fine contemporary A. Rudin chaise lounge sofa, in grey upholstery, with rolled back and single arm, down and foam filled seat cushion, rising on tapered wood block feet, accompanie...
Upholstery, Wood
Sofa in wood and fabric, by Móveis Artísticos Z, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Mòveis Artisticos Z
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The wood's natural color adds warmth to the piece, contrasting beautifully with the sofa's grey upholstery. The fabric's texture is subtle, inviting touch and use, while its muted to...
Fabric, Hardwood
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 cabinetmaker, c. 1940s.
Fabric, Wood, Elm
Walter Knoll Vintage Modular Model Feeling, Grey Buffallo Leather Sofa1970
By Walter Knoll
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa was manufactured by Walter Knoll in Germany.
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
Hans Ell for 't Spectrum Settee in Chrome and Grey Upholstery
By Hans Elli, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Ell for 't Spectrum, sofa or settee, model 'sz18', chrome-plated metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1970-71 This sofa is designed by Hans Ell for 't Spectrum.
Chrome, Metal
$17,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Seven-Piece Signed Paul Evans Sectional Sofa
By Paul Evans
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Upholstered in the first version of ultrasuede in a dark grey-still very comfortable. This sofa sectional is extremely rare and spectacular in person.
Upholstery
STUNNING TERENCE CONRAN GREY LEATHER LARGE LOVESEAT ARMCHAiR SOFA
By Sir Terence Conran
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This seat is ideal for lovers and or space restricted areas where a small sofa is all that will fit The leather is heritage grey, heritage leather is natural hide which shows the gr...
Leather
White & Grey Carrara Marble Single Pedestal Console Sofa Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern white and gray Carrara marble single pedestal base console sofa table.
Marble
Knoll Charles Pfister Sofa Set in Grey Leather, USA, 1970s in Gray
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
A original three-seat leather sofa design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll.
Leather
Alessandro Becchi Grey Leather “Anfibio” Three Seater Sofa for Giovannetti, 1972
By Giovannetti, Alessandro Becchi
Located in Vicenza, IT
Anfibio sofa-bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1972.
Cotton, Foam, Leather, Sheepskin
$9,215Sale Price / set|20% Off
Knoll Charles Pfister Sofa Set in Grey Leather, USA, 1970s in Gray
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Berlin, DE
A original three-seat leather sofa design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll.
Leather
Knoll Charles Pfister Sofa Set in Grey Leather, USA, 1970s in Gray
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Berlin, DE
A original three-seat leather sofa design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll.
Leather
Gio Ponti Style, Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, Grey Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Unsigned sofa / settee, velvet, Walnut, 1950s Handsome two seater Italian small sofa or settee of the mid-century period. Having curved ...
Fabric, Wood
$5,585Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century, Glass Mosaic, Couch Table in Black & White and Grey & Gold
By Ilse Möbel
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful Mid-centry glass mosaic coffee table from Ilse Möbel, Denmark. This remarkable glass mosaic is in beautiful condition. The play between solid and transparent colours hei...
Glass
Gutter Back' Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "gutter back" settee / sofa in grey wool on splayed oak dowel legs.
Upholstery
Celina Decorações, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Brazil, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and light grey fabric sofa produced by Celina Decorações, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, c. 1960s Wear consistent with age and use.
Fabric, Wood
1970's Midcentury Modern French Design Corduroy Lounge Chair Set
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
In the manner of Michel Ducaroy Kali model sofa. Dark grey soft corduroy fabric covered fauteuils with leather pad underneath to protect them at the base.
Fabric
$3,524Sale Price|35% Off
Vintage Danish Three Seater Canape in Antracite Leather by Illums Bolighus
Located in Sofia, BG
Danish sofa in dark grey leather from about 1970 made by Illums Bolighus.
Leather
American Designer, Settee, Oak, Bamboo, Velvet, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak, bamboo and grey brown velvet sofa designed and produced in the US, 1960s.
Velvet, Bamboo, Oak
$11,500 / set
Pair of Club Chairs Designed by Arthur Elrod
By Arthur Elrod
Located in Pasadena, CA
Re-imagined in a glamorous metallic grey linen. A sofa that is part of the suite is listed separately.
Fabric
1 of 2 Modern Brueton Industries Silver Gray Bouclé Fabric Wave Daybed Bench 90
By Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
1 of 2 Custom made Modern Brueton Industries silver grey Bouclé fabric upholstery daybed, sofa or bench in wave design.
Chrome
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.
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