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Steelcase Sofas

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The Michigan-based furniture maker Steelcase has a long and distinguished history, but collectors focus on its vintage office furniture and desk chairs from the 1950s to the ’70s, when, along with such companies as Knoll and Herman Miller, the firm helped define the aesthetics of American mid-century modernism.

Steelcase was founded in Grand Rapids in 1912 as the Metal Office Furniture Company, promoting steel desks and other furnishings as safer, fireproof alternatives to wooden pieces at a time when smoking in the workplace was common. Boston’s first skyscraper — the 32-story Customs House — was furnished by the company in 1915. Frank Lloyd Wright, an American architect and furniture designer whose work had a profound influence on the shape of modern life, turned to the firm in 1937 to fabricate the enameled metal chairs and desks for his Johnson Wax Headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin.

In the 1950s, when Steelcase formally adopted the name it still uses today, the company developed a sleek and functional style employing rectilinear chrome frames for glass-topped tables and upholstered seating pieces. The look is similar to that of the minimal, Bauhaus-inspired designs of Florence Knoll, another icon of furniture design who helped shape the ethos of the postwar business world

By the 1970s, Steelcase had enlivened its styling, offering such pieces as chairs and side tables designed by Gardner Leaver, with circular bases and curving supports. As you will see on these pages, Steelcase designs offer a perfect foundation for a modernist decor, with a touch of flair.

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Creator: Steelcase
1980s Modular Ganging ELYSÉE Sofa Unit Sectional by Steelcase
By Milo Baughman, Steelcase, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Great six piece Steelcase modular sectional sofa
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

American Mid Century Modern Steelcase 3 Seater Sofa Chrome Base New Fabric
By Steelcase
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic American mid-century sofa by Steelcase, circa 1970's new fabric polished chrome base with awesome back legs simple elegant with new Knoll fabric upholstery.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Chrome

MCM Steelcase 3 Seat & 2 Seat Sofa Set Upholstered in “Cobalt Blue” - Set of 2
By Steelcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Steelcase 3 Seat & 2 Seat Sofa Set Newly Upholstered in “Cobalt Blue” Mohair - Set of 2 This Mid Century Modern Steel...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage Leather and Lucite Floating Sofa by William C. Andrus for Steelcase
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage leather and lucite sofa designed by William C. Andrus for Steelcase in the United States, circa 1970’s. The newly reupholstered sofa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Great Modern Sofa in Burnt Orange Velvet by Steelcase
By Kazuhide Takahama, Steelcase
Located in Miami, FL
Great modern sofa in burnt orange velvet made by Steelcase. In direct sunlight the orange color looks brighter.
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Early 2000s American Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Steelcase Campfire Soft Seating Sofa
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, TX
The Campfire Big Lounge acts as a gathering spot in any space. Perfect for relaxing on with your laptop for a bit, or invite more people over to lounge, bringing people together and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Fabulous Steelcase Fiberglass Leather Space Age Modern Sofa William Andrus
By Steelcase
Located in Pemberton, NJ
One of the iconic designs of the Space Age modern movement is this awesome and uber rare Steelcase fiberglass, leather and Lucite sofa. Previously...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite

Modernist Two-Seat Sofa in Grey
By Steelcase
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Sleek, simple and well constructed. Base is covered in gray cotton velvet. Seat backs and cushion pads in a gray checker board. Stainless steel legs. Heavy...
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1990s American Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

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This large modular sofa is composed of a meridian, a lounge chair and an armchair on a light wood base. The color and the shape are very original an...
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Modular Lounge Sofa Seating Flowers by Olga Engel
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Angelo Modular Modern Customizable Sectional Sofa
Located in Studio City, CA
Sleek and low and sexy this five-piece modern modular sectional. Various configurations. Multiple fabrics and colors to choose from. Measures...
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1970s Selig Lucite & Leather Strap Sofa Couch
By Selig
Located in San Gabriel, CA
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Floating Seat and Back Sofa in Mohair by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Diego, CA
The Floating Seat and Back Sofa is a unique and iconic piece of furniture designed by the American furniture designer Vladimir Kagan. This sofa is known for its distinctive shape, which features a curved back and a seat that seems to be suspended in mid-air. This design element gives the sofa its name and creates a sense of weightlessness. The sofa is designed to be both comfortable and visually striking, with its unusual shape making it a focal point in any room.  The Vladimir Kagan Floating Sofa is often described as a perfect blend of form and function, as it not only looks great, but is also incredibly comfortable. The curved backrest provide support, while the suspended seat adds a level of softness and comfort. The piece is punctuated by beautiful solid walnut legs. The Floating Sofa has become an icon of mid-century modern design and continues to be popular with collectors and design enthusiasts today. It's a testament to the enduring appeal of Vladimir Kagan's design aesthetic, which marries form and function in a way that is both visually striking and comfortable. The sofa has been upholstered in a beautiful high quality mohair from the Netherlands. Dimension: 90L x 54 D x 31 H Seat Height: 17 H Vladimir Kagan was an illustrious American furniture designer whose historic career spanned nearly 65 years. Born in Germany in 1927, he immigrated with his family to the United States in 1938 fleeing from the rise of the Nazi regime. He studied architecture at Columbia and later apprenticed with his father, a master cabinetmaker, in his woodworking shop. In 1949, Kagan opened his own shop in New York, shortly thereafter releasing his first furniture collection, receiving the Museum of Modern Art, New York&Good Design Award & for his wrought-iron chair. His work is well-known for its avant-garde craftsmanship combined with comfort and functionality. The sensuous, organic forms take on human-like characteristics through exaggerated, curved lines. Kagan’s designs are produced with varying materials including brass, acrylic, aluminum and, most notably, wood. Over the course of his career, his work was highly sought after by celebrity clientele from Marilyn Monroe to Tom Ford, and he lent his design to projects such as Disneyland’sMonsanto House of the Future in 1964 and the Downtown Los Angeles Standard Hotel lobby redesign in 2002. Kagan lectured extensively on the history of modern furniture design at institutions including Parsons School of Design, Yale and Philadelphia University. A highly honored designer, he was elected president of the American Society of Interior Designers New York...
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Howard Keith 'Cloud' Sofa in Orange Brown Velvet
By Howard Keith
Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Floating Back Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wonderfully long, low and deep upholstered sofa having a floating back and an organic sculptural walnut sled base with a floating frontal stretcher. Reupholstery is recommended.
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GE280 Modular Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1980s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Rare modular sofa designed by of of the best mid century designers Hans J Wegner for Getama. Model GE 280. The modular sofa consists of a beautifully bentwo...
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Vintage 70s Burnt Orange Stripe Sectional Sofa Modular Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Tito Agnoli, Milo Baughman, Bernhardt Design, Guido Faleschini
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 1970s Sectional Sofa. The sofa comes in 4 sections. You can arrange it in many ways. Newly upholstered with a burnt orange velvet stripe. The fabric is very soft. Color: ...
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Previously Available Items
Mid-Century Modern Style Coalesse Millbrae Contract Green 4 Seat Sofa Lounge
By Steelcase, Coalesse
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This fabulous Millbrae four seat sofa delivers firm comfort and exceptional support. The horizontal steel base forms a simple modernist foundation for paneled, quilted cushions that ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Steelcase Sofas

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William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age Lounge, White Bouclé and Leather, 1970s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this chair is considered to be one of the holy grails for Space Age and modern design enthusiasts alike. This lounge chair is stunning .With its curved body, r...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age, Sofa, White Bouclé and Leather, 1970s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this sofa (and set) is considered to be one of the holy grails for Space Age and modern design enthusiasts alike. The Large #465 Soft seat sofa is stunning .Wi...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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Sofa and Chair by William Andrus for Steelcase
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Absolutely stunning next level sofa and chair by William Andrus for Steelcase. Each piece has the appearance to be floating by the acrylic base...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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Velvet, Acrylic, Fiberglass

William Andrus for Steelcase Space Age, Sofa, Chair, Living Room Suite, 1970's
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed in the 1970's, this living room suite is considered as one of the holy grails for space age and modern design enthusiasts alike. (4 pieces, Large #465 Soft seat sofa, lounge chair, coffee table and matching side table) .With its curved body, rounded edges, and clean lines, this set-- while space age, mod in nature, can effortlessly flex into any mid century modern, modern or contemporary environment. The fiberglass shells of this set are still in their original, unrestored bisque color and are in near-perfect condition-- with only one corner on the back of the sofa that has a few very small knicks on the paint. The mirrors all bear their dates of manufacture on their underside in the 1970's and have wonderful patina and age spots that only come with age and time. The sofa is upholstered in its original supple brown leather that is also in near perfect condition with very minimal wear-- this set would be akin to a vintage corvette...
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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Steelcase Black Leather Tandem Sofa
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Located in Houston, TX
The sexiest sofa I’ve had in my possession. This vintage steelcase leather tandem sofa has been recently restored with a 100% genuine buttery black leather...
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William Andrus for Steelcase Floating Sofa
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Toronto, ON
Exceptional piece designed by William Andrus for American furniture makers Steelcase, circa 1970’s. Fibreglass body has been newly refinished in Wimbledon White automotive paint, all...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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Leather, Fiberglass, Lucite

Fiberglass Living Room Set by William Andrus for Steelcase, 1970s, Signed
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and complete living room set by William Andrus for Steelcase includes a three-seat sofa, two club chairs, two side tables and one coffee table. Featuring its original brown...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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1950s Steelcase Tuxedo Three Seat Sofa Chrome Base Style of Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Steelcase
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sofa by Steelcase in the style of Florence Knoll, circa 1950s Classic Sofa tuxedo button tufted three-seater design. Chrome base with rear angled legs. No label remains. Measures: 76 W x 31.5 D x 31" H Seat 16.5 H, Arm Rest 24.5 Original vintage preowned condition with fresh new beige upholstery. Please refer to images provided. We offer delivery to LA - Palm Springs- Orange County...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

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Chrome

Pair of Postmodern Style Grey Gallery Sofas by Steelcase, Priced Per Piece
By Steelcase
Located in Hudson, NY
Really great pair of armless sofas by Steelcase. Perfect for workplace or residential. Sturdy cleanable upholstery. Would be great in an art gall...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Steelcase Sofas

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William Andrus for Steelcase Fiberglass, Lucite and Leather Sofa, 1960s
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury William Andrus fiberglass, Lucite and leather sofa. Incredible design with clear Lucite base for floating appearance. In original condition with wear and scratches consist...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Lucite, Leather, Fiberglass

Stunning Postmodern Green Sofa Settee by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Hudson, NY
Green Steelcase Postmodern style sofa in fabulous natural leaf green color. This listing is for the green sofa in the photos. This piece is incredible comfortable and heavy in weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Steelcase Sofas

Materials

Steel

Steelcase sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Steelcase sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Steelcase sofas, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Steelcase were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Charles and Ray Eames, Lawrence Peabody, and McGuire Furniture Company. Prices for Steelcase sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,459 and can go as high as $16,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,128.
Questions About Steelcase Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Steelcase is so expensive. Steelcase was founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1912 as the Metal Office Furniture Company, promoting steel desks and other furnishings as safer, fireproof alternatives to wooden pieces at a time when smoking in the workplace was common. The company invests heavily in research and development to continue to make advancements in ergonomic design that make its furniture more durable and comfortable. Steelcase also uses quality materials that cost more to source. Plus, demand for Steelcase tends to be high, contributing to high price points. Explore a selection of Steelcase furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Steelcase headquarters is in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Peter Martin Wege established the furniture company there in 1912. The organization built its current headquarters in the city in 1989. Find a wide range of Steelcase furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Coalesse is a Steelcase company. Known for producing contemporary furniture for the workplace, the brand offers seating, desks, workstations and other furnishings. Coalesse debuted at the NeoCon World's Trade Fair in Chicago, Illinois, in June 2008 and has its headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Coalesse furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Steelcase is a publicly traded company that manufactures furniture. It has its headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where Peter Wege founded it as the Metal Office Furniture Company in 1912. Today, Steelcase produces furnishings under a few brand names, including Steelcase, AMQ, Coalesse, Orangebox and Viccarbe. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Steelcase furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Steelcase chairs are generally considered to be good. In online reviews, many people report that the brand's chairs are durable and capable of holding up to the effects of daily use. Many individuals also tout the adjustability of Steelcase office chairs and describe them as comfortable to use. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Steelcase chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if a Steelcase chair is real, look for the serial number. You will usually find it located on a label on the underside of the seat. Once you have the number, contact Steelcase customer service to confirm that the chair is authentic. If you have difficulty locating the serial number, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you with authentication. Find a diverse assortment of Steelcase chairs on 1stDibs.

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