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Period: 1970s
XXL COR Trio Sectional Sofa, Germany / Switzerland, 1972 NEEDS NEW UPHOLSTERY
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Sectional landscape sofa designed by the Swiss Designers Group named Form AG and produced in the 1970s by COR, Germany.
NEEDS TO BE REUPHOLSTERED. Ask us about the possibilities.
The...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Vintage sofa At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Vintage sofa with its original fabric and naturally patinated brass feet.
Italy, 1970s
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ligne Roset Togo, Set of 3 in Alcantara Grey Suede by Michel Ducaroy.
Located in Toronto, CA
Timeless design and classic style make this three-piece sectional sofa set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset the perfect choice for any space. Original upholstery of incredibly soft ...
Category
French Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Ultrasuede, Foam
A set of 2 armchairs and one sofa
Located in Porto, Porto
A set of 2 arm chairs and 1 sofa, 70s.
The producer uknown
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina "Sesann" Two-Seater Sofa, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Two-seater sofa Mod." Sesann," designed by di Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1970. The outer frame is chrome-plated steel, the padding is polyurethane foam, and the upholstery is...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Italian Sectional Sofa in Red Orange Patterned Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sectional sofa, fabric, beech, Italy, 1970s.
This Italian modular sofa is designed in the seventies and contains six elements. Therefore, the sofa becomes very versatile as it all...
Category
Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Vintage Knoll Aluminum Sling 3 Seat Sofa by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison
Located in Portland, OR
Ultra-rare aluminum sling 3 seat sofa designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. This design team worked together at Knoll throughout the 1970s and won numerous design awards! Super comfy sling design makes a great spot for long conversations, or watching a show. Leather is very nice, with some minor wear due to age. Like Marc Newson's Lockheed Lounge...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Model Atlantis Sofa and 2 Arm Chairs by Jitona Soběslav, 1970s
By Jitona
Located in Porto, Porto
A Sofa and 2 Armchairs ATLANTIS made by Jitona Soběslav in 1970s.
Produced in Cheque republic.
Category
Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, three elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate 'Down' Sectional Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, sectional sofa model 'Down', fabric, lacquered wood, Italy, 1973
This design truly resembles the ethos of the seventies – a bright and bold era...
Category
Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
La Pianura Lounge Chairs and Coffee Table by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Fantastic low lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina, Italy 1971. This chair is from the Pianura series and has a solid walnut wooden frame. The cushions...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Sofas by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s. Ready to Use.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Two sofas designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s. Newer muted green upholstery, Leather covered arms and back, lacquered wood backrest supported on a stainless stee...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Le Mura 4-Seater Sofa in beige/grey velvet by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Exceptional and rare 4-piece sectional Le Mura sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1970s. The sofa is reupholstered in a Dedar Milano cotton velvet fab...
Category
European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Elm & Boucle Sofa by Maison Regain, France circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
Elm Sofa by Maison Regain
France circa 1970
Newly upholstered in boucle on elm frame.
70”L x 31”d x 33.5”h x 14”seat
Category
French Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Elm
1970's French Jacques Charpentier (attr) Chenille Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Jacques Charpentier attributed sofa newly upholstered in sage green chenille with stainless steel accented armrests. Similar to Willy Rizzo Sectional Sofa for Mario Sabot. A l...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vintage Ficks Reed Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Style Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed faux bamboo and rattan sofa with a chinoiserie flair. In original yellow finish with original fabric. Cushions have ha...
Category
American Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Wonderful Percival Lafer Rosewood 3 Seater Cognac leather "S-1" Sofa Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather 3-seater S-1 sofa. The S-1 design features Brazilian exoticness paired with Scandinavian sensibility. Of Lafer's designs, the S-1 is a...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Italian Organic Shaped Sofa in Brown Patinated Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, beech, leather, Italy, 1970s.
This postmodern Italian sofa will surely grab the viewer's attention. The construction is based on enlarg...
Category
Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Vico Magistretti for Cassina 'Fiandra' Modular Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti for Cassina, ‘Fiandra’ sectional sofa, suede, Italy, 1970s
This subtle and modest sofa is designed by the Italian designer Vico Magistretti (1920-2006) for Cassina...
Category
Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Suede
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 2
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, two elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
COR Trio Sectional Sofa, Germany / Switzerland, 1972 | NEEDS NEW UPHOLSTERY
By COR, Team Form AG
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Sectional landscape sofa designed by the Swiss Designers Group named Form AG and produced in the 1970s by COR, Germany.
NEEDS TO BE REUPHOLSTERED. Ask us about the possibilities.
The...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Round Brazilian Sofa in Red Upholstery and Black Wooden Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, lacquered wood, fabric, Brazil, 1970s
This bulky Brazilian sofa consist of a round shell that forms an oval ring around the seat. The red fabric is tufted around the shell in...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
You won't find a nicer original version of this Adrian Pearsall Brutalist loveseat sofa anywhere. That's right, this magnificent pink wool fabric was hand picked by the original own...
Category
American Brutalist Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Resin, Wood
2-Seater Sofa in Bamboo, Italy, 1970s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Two-seater bamboo sofa.
Category
Italian Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Bamboo
De Sede ‘Cosmos’ sectional sofa, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Rotterdam, NL
De Sede DS-28 Cosmos sectional sofa, 1970s. Voluminous organic design consisting of 7 modular elements. The elements are upholstered in a thick and strong mud green-brown leather whi...
Category
Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
By Arne Norell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Arne Norell Möbel AB, sofa model ‘Merkur’, leather, wood, Sweden, 1970s.
This high-quality sofa is designed by the talented Swedish designer Arne Norell. Characteris...
Category
Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sofa and Armchair by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Milano, IT
A walnut and leather sofa from the Sapporo Line, designed by Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, produced in the 1970s, Italy. Marked under the pillows. Beautifully designed with angled f...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern Tufted Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Tufted Sofa
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Upholstery is very clean, not perfect but looks close to brand new. Outdoor listing pic...
Category
Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
1970s Leather Sofa and Two Armchairs Vintage Light Used
Located in Buggiano, IT
1970s Leather brown sofa and two armchairs vintage light used, original from Lucca Tuscany.
Size cm:
L 95 armchair; 215 sofa
H 80
P 100.
Comes from an old country house in the Garfa...
Category
Italian Country Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
3-seater sofa / bed Anfibio, by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collections
Located in Manzano, IT
3-seater sofa / bed Anfibio, by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collections, 1970s
Designed in 1970, the Amphibious sofa-bed has been called by critics of all over the world a...
Category
Italian Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Iron
B&B Italia Leather Diesis Sofa, Italy
Located in Austin, TX
Extraordinary recent edition (exact date of manufacture is unknown) of Antonio Citterio's 1979 Diesis DS217 model sofa for B & B Italia. Analine dyed saddle colored leather and polis...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Montis “The Rock” Sofa In Brown Leather By Gerard Van Den Berg, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A stunning two seater or loveseat by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis.
This magnificent sofa is known as "The Rock" or "Florence".
It is fabricated in the 70's.
The sofa features a ...
Category
Dutch Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed by Vivai del Sud. 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo sofa by Vivai del Sud.
This sofa can become a comfortable single bed. From the part under the seat another bed can be pulled out. The bedsteads are...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Bamboo
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Beige Corduroy Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, fabric, wood, The Netherlands, 1970.
A Dutch settee in beige corduroy upholstery by Theo Ruth. The back tilts slightly backward and has the recognizab...
Category
Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
3-seater Maralunga sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina Italy 1973
Located in PARIS, FR
The Maralunga sofa was created in 1973 by Vico Magistretti for the Italian firm Cassina. Known for his creations using simple, essential forms and the use of innovative materials for...
Category
Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur
2-Seater Sofa, Loveseat, Swed Form, Sweden 1970s, by Johan Bertil Häggström
Located in Zagreb, HR
Exceptionally comfortable small 2-seater lounge sofa/love-seat manufactured in the 1970s by Swed Form
Design by Johan Bertil Häggström
The chair fea...
Category
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Geraldo de Barros, pair of tubular metal armchairs, 1970s
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
Geraldo de Barros (1923–1998) was a pioneering Brazilian artist whose influence extended across various artistic disciplines, including painting, photography, and furniture design. B...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Divano versailles con intarsio di ottone style Charles boulle
Located in Cantù, IT
Divano versailles con intarsio di ottone style Charles boulle produzione mice versailles anni 80s
Category
Italian Belle Époque Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Wood
De Sede DS 600 Sofa in Black Leather Vintage
Located in Highland, IN
Designed by Ueli Berger, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva and Heinz Ulrich for DeSede and imported into the US by Stendig, the DS 600 organic sofa is a brilliant and versatile design. Often cal...
Category
Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
P10 Proposals Modular Sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
P10 Proposals Modular Sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s - New Upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
5-Piece Modular Sofa Set, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, BE
5-piece modular sofa produced in Denmark around 1970’s. This set features a solid beech frame with wool cushions in a checkered pattern. The pieces can be arranged as desired. In goo...
Category
Danish Brutalist Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Geraldo de Barros, 2-seater sofa of tubular metal, 1970s
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
Geraldo de Barros (1923–1998) was a pioneering Brazilian artist whose influence extended across various artistic disciplines, including painting, photography, and furniture design. B...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
2-Seater Sofa in Bamboo, 1970s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Two-seater bamboo sofa, 1970s.
Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (fumigated crates or boxes) for US and International Ship...
Category
Italian Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Bamboo
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa in Walnut and Sea Blue Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa, walnut, fabric, United States, 1970s
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a solid construction, featuring clea...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mel Smilow Mid Century Walnut Case Sofa
By Mel Smilow
Located in Countryside, IL
Mel Smilow Mid Century Walnut Case Sofa
This sofa frame measures: 84.5 wide x 31 deep x 22.75 inches high, with a seat height of 12 and arm height of 22.75 inches
All pieces of fur...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Walnut
1970s Monumental Maroon Schiaparelli Velvet Curved Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Divano modernariato anni '70 con braccioli
Located in Premariacco, IT
Divano di design anni '70 italiano con struttura rivestita in tessuto nero e cuscini sfoderabili imbottiti.
Dispone di due braccioli laterali che possono essere rimossi a piacimento...
Category
Italian Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Polyester, Rubber
Roche Bobois sofa in patinated Tan / Cognac leather – France, circa 1970/80
By Roche Bobois
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Roche Bobois Leather Sofa – A Masterpiece of French Artistry and Comfort
Experience the pinnacle of luxury and design with the Roche Bobois Leather Sofa, a true masterpiece that fuses French artistry with unparalleled comfort. Crafted with precision and passion, this sofa is the embodiment of sophistication and elegance for your living space.
Designer: Roche Bobois design team
Manufacturer: Roche Bobois
Model: sofa
Design period: 1970’s
Date of manufacturing: circa 1970
Size WDH in cm: 195x98x86 seat height 43
Material: Tan / Cognac leather
Condition: Good / Normal signs of age and use / Some light cat scratches on the right back side (see images)
Key Features:
Exquisite Leather Craftsmanship: Each Roche Bobois Leather Sofa is a testament to the brand’s commitment to excellence. Crafted from the finest, top-grain leather, it exudes a supple, luxurious feel that only improves with time.
Timeless Design: The Roche Bobois Leather Sofa showcases a timeless design that effortlessly complements a range of interior styles. Its sleek lines, refined stitching, and contemporary aesthetic make it a statement piece for any room.
Customized Elegance: Tailor your sofa to your unique taste with a variety of leather finishes and colors to choose from. Whether you prefer classic neutrals or bold, eye-catching hues, Roche Bobois offers customization options to match your vision.
Unmatched Comfort: Sink into the sumptuous cushions of the Roche Bobois Leather Sofa and experience a level of comfort that redefines relaxation. The ergonomic design provides superior lumbar support, making it the perfect spot to unwind after a long day.
Durable Luxury: Built to last, Roche Bobois sofas...
Category
French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Standard Tuxedo Sofa by Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, 1970's
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is a stunner. Classic design meets contemporary allure with the exquisite creation by legendary designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A masterpiece that seamlessly brid...
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Chenille
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Cork and Stainless Steel Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Beautiful, unique Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs stainless steel, cork, and velvet sofa. I would consider this in above average condition. Stainless steel frame has very little...
Category
American Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Howard Keith Grand 'Diplomat' Sofa
By Howard Keith
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Howard Keith for HK Furniture, 'Diplomat' sofa, fabric 'Irresistible Gold' by Evolution21, metal, United Kingdom, 1970s
This grand voluptuous ‘Diplomat’ sofa finds itself at the int...
Category
British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Rare Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen Sofa in Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen, sofa, chrome-plated steel, metal, orange fabric, Denmark, 1970s
The German industrial designer Luigi Colani was renowned for incorporating organic s...
Category
German Post-Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Vintage Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch
By Ubald Klug
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of the Ubald Klug Leather Terrazza Couch upholstered in premium Edelman leather. Renowned for its exquisit...
Category
Swedish Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A.
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Buffalo, NY
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A... Classic Modernist 1970's design.. Extremely comfortable.. Superior quality and construction.Retains its o...
Category
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style 3 Cushion Sofa
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Dunbar style sofa 85"
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern sofa with tapered legs. Has 3 removable seat cushions and 3 back cushions. It is in great structurally sou...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Saporiti Italia 2 seater leather sofa by Giovanni Offredi
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa comes in very good condition. The black leather is soft and supple and shows hardly any signs of wear. There are 2 dents in the leather on the back of the sofa, but...
Category
Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Wingback Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Wingback Sofa
This sofa measures: 77.5 wide x 32 deep x 40.25 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 23 inch...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Space Age Three Seater Orange Sofa
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Space age three seater sofa in orange velvet and abs plastic base.
The concept of space-age design and furniture became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly during the mid-...
Category
Italian Space Age Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
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