Mid-Century Modern Style Curved Velvet Sofa with Ribbed Base, c. 1970s
By JLC
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional, vintage-style three-seater sofa, embodies the sophisticated glamour of Art Deco-revival design popular in the 1970s.
Upholstery, Velvet
Handmade Anki Sofa in Velvet Upholstery & Ribbed Walnut Base by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Anki Sofa combines modern elegance with exceptional comfort, continuing the refined design language of the Anki family.
Bouclé, Velvet, Walnut
$6,132
Louis XVI Style Sofa
Located in London, GB
Upholstered in a vibrant burnt orange ribbed velvet, the sofa is accented by traditional nailhead trim and accompanied by a plush bolster and scatter cushions.
Velvet, Oak
Cinna ‘Sandra’ Three-Seater Sofa by Annie Hiéronimus, France, 1970s
By Annie Hiéronimus, Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This example has been newly upholstered in a luxurious Pierre Frey fabric in a warm cognac-brown tone. The ribbed texture beautifully accentuates the sofa’s organic shape while addin...
Velvet
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in Red Corduroy - Early B&B Italia ed.
By Mario Bellini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Original Corduroy Upholstery, Rich in Texture Upholstered in its first-edition ribbed red corduroy, this sofa presents a deeply tactile surface with subtle gloss and authentic wear.
Velvet
Sorrento Outdoor Sofa in Iroko Wood with Ribbed Base and Cord Detail
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Sorrento Sofa, created in partnership with Mediterrazza, is a statement of Mediterranean elegance and craftsmanship.
Fabric, Cord, Wood
Post Modern Ribbed 3 piece Sectional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W135 D100 H30 SW172 SD22 SH17 Post modern Ribbed 3 piece sectional in good vintage condition. Item has original fabric with very light wear and minimal stains. Foam is in good condi...
Fabric
Topform Ribbed Two-Seat Sofa
By Topform
Located in Voorburg, NL
The sofa is in original state with the original vanilla toned ribbed upholstery and massive wooden legs.
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Ribbed Vinyl and Walnut Frame Sofa
Located in North York, ON
Classic designed Mid Century black vinyl sofa features a linear ribbed texture across the seat and back.
Faux Leather, Walnut
Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa In Ribbed Haitian Cotton After Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Even arm tuxedo sofa with loose seat and back cushions in a thick ribbed Haitian cotton upholstery and recessed square form wood legs.
Wood
Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa In Ribbed Heathered Wool After Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Even arm tuxedo sofa with loose seat and back cushions clad in a taupe and ivory ribbed heathered wool.
Wood, Wool, Upholstery
Sold
H 27.56 in W 100.4 in D 37.41 in
Airborne sectional sofa with ottoman 'Patate' in orange Corduroy wide ribbed
By Airborne International
Located in Oirlo, LI
Airborne sectional sofa with ottoman 'Patate' in orange Corduroy wide ribbed fabric Discover ultimate comfort with the Airborne sectional sofa with ottoman 'Patate', made in strik...
Fabric
Sold
H 26.78 in W 102.37 in D 31.5 in
Modular Italina Modern Sofa from the 70s, in Teal Ribbed Fabric with 5 Elements
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Modular Italina modern sofa from the 70s, in teal ribbed fabric with 5 elements The modular sofa features five elements, including a corner one.
Fabric
Harvey Probber Angle Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Amarillo, TX
fabulous four seat Probber sofa with interesting ribbed wool upholstery accented with copper metallic leather welting.
Steel
Sold
H 28 in W 87 in D 31 in
Black Vinyl Convertible Harvey Probber Style Sofa Sleeper Couch Made in Japan
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Not only is the vinyl in excellent original condition, but the mechanics that allow the sofa to convert to a bed work flawlessly. Linear, rolled heated pleats adorn nearly the entire...
3-Section Channeled Curved Corner Sofa, France, 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Chicago, IL
A three-section curved sofa featuring ribbed detailing and a sculptural shape reminiscent of designs by Michel Ducaroy.
Textile, Foam
Vintage Postmodern 3 Piece Sectional Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Three Piece Curved Ribbed Base Sectional Sofa by Directional This three piece sectional sofa is perfect for a lobby, lounge, restaurant or a large living room.
Upholstery
Modern Swedish Bleached and Ribbed Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Stamford, CT
A 1940s-1950s mahogany sideboard with reeded case and legs. This Swedish case piece would also work behind as sofa due to its lower, measures: (27 3/4) height.
Mahogany
Ligne Roset Beige Ribbed Leather Loveseat and Chair
By Ligne Roset
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern French love seat sofa and a matching 35x36x26 lounge chair in ribbed leather upholstery.
Leather
Fine Knole Sofa
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A very good quality Knole Sofa now upholstered in a fine green silk ribbed velvet.
Fantastic Pair Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Powerful in scale & covered in their fabulous mink ribbed snythetic original fabric, these sofas are an incredible statement.
original ligne roset "togo" 3
Located in St. Helena, CA
original, ribbed, leather 3 seater sofa known as "togo". left corner has darkened with age, perfect seams, 1 small new tear within a crease just discovered.
Steel
Pair Of Curved Armless Sofas
Located in Bedford, NY
PAIR OF TWO CUSHION SEAT AND BACK LOVE SEAT/ SOFAS. RIBBED OFF WHITE FABRIC
Green Ribbed Postmodern Chaise
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W86 D34 H27 SW75 SD21 SH15 AH24 Postmodern Chaise newly upholstered in green ribbed fabric with 3 removable pillows. Foam is in tact.
Fabric
$15,706
H 39.38 in W 77.56 in D 41.34 in
Louis XV period Canapé à Oreilles Serpentine Shaped Sofa, Settee Upholstered
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A Louis XV period Canapé à Oreilles serpentine-shaped sofa. Featuring carved detailing, decorated with floral motifs and acanthus, with original Verde paint. The seat rails display c...
Walnut
Louis XVI Style Sofa
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style canape made by La Maison London. Hand carved in solid wood, painted in an ecru white with gold highlights. Upholstered in a fabric of your choice Please note: 11m of...
Giltwood
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
$4,200
H 36 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchair in painted wood frame with neoclassical architecture embellished hand-carved foliates, rosettes and tapered ...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
$3,950
H 40 in W 76 in D 29.75 in
18th Century Louis XV Period Walnut Sofa with Floral Carvings and Tapestry Uphol
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant Louis XV period three-seat sofa from the Rhône Valley, beautifully crafted in solid walnut with graceful proportions and richly hand-carved details. The serpentine backres...
Walnut
Vintage 90" Carved Louis XV Style Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a early 20th Century Louis XV Style French sofa. The sofa is finely carved along the back/head rail and the base. The arms are carved and curve as they join the base. The leg...
Wood, Upholstery
$14,900
H 32.5 in W 77.5 in D 25.25 in
Antique French Recamier Sofa Bench, Ebonized Mahogany, Circa 1820
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, antique French sofa bench-recamier made of hand crafted ebonized Mahogany, in good condition. The canapé is particularized by two side backrests, standing on four arched woo...
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Ebony, Mahogany
18th Century French Louis XVI Velvet Bergere Armchair
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century French Louis XVI Velvet Bergere Armchair Gorgeous piece purchased in France Reupholstered, see detailed photos. Message us with any questions.
Velvet, Wood
$34,145
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
French Louis XVI Style Sofa
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
French, Louis XVI style, sofa, hand-carved in solid, beechwood. Fully “upholstered in customers choice of fabric and completed with bolster pillows and feather cushions”. (13 m's of ...
Beech
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. Lovely classical Louis XV shape, good width, seats three comfortabl...
Wood
French Gilt Wood Louis XVI Settee - 1870
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
French Gilt Wood Louis XVI Settee - 1870’s
Fabric, Wood
$14,395 / item
H 28.3 in W 132.7 in D 57.1 in
Handmade Latte Sofa in Velvet and Linen Upholstery by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Latte Sofa by Nolita Harbour, a luxurious centerpiece designed to bring warmth and sophistication to any living space. With its elegant curves and sumptuous materials, the Latte Sofa...
Linen, Velvet, Walnut
French 18th Century Louis XVI Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 18th-century French Louis XVI bergère embodies the refined elegance and craftsmanship of the period. Featuring a carved wooden frame, likely crafted from walnut, the c...
Walnut
$21,931 / item
H 26.8 in W 177.2 in D 137.8 in
Handmade Gino Modular Sofa with Walnut Accents by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Gino Modular Sofa is a versatile and luxurious addition to any living space. This contemporary design features plush, textured upholstery with clean lines and a built-in walnut s...
Travertine, Brass
$23,500
H 36 in W 70 in D 29 in
French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Period Painted and Parcel-Gilt Canapé Settee
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A French Louis XVI period painted and parcel-gilt canapé settee from the late 18th century, with rectangular back, out-scrolled arms, fluted legs and deep cantaloupe colored upholste...
Upholstery, Wood
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