1940s Sofas

Vintage sofa made in Italy in the 1940's. Completely restored, newly upholstered in quality synthethic fabric with easy clean technology, soft to touch.

Vintage Louis XVI Sofa in Black Lacquer. Featuring a beautiful, curved frame with carved details from head to toe in a rich black lacquered fini...

A large five-seat purple velvet, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1940s. Upholstery distressed; reupholstery recommended. Wear to wood frame consistent wit...

This beautiful Swedish three-seater sofa recalls the distinctive curves of the Art Deco period, while material and cabinetmaking-wise being a true Swedish Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape, this sofa is exceptionally cosy and elegant, a statement piece that is also referred to as a conversation sofa...

Italian modern Wooden sofa with white fabric, 1940s A sofa with wooden structure. The sofa has a rectangular seat and a rectangular backrest with rounded upper corners, both padded a...

A Classic piece of British design, this early DA sofa designed by Ernest Race has a welded steel frame with coil sprung seats and beech legs. Recently r...

rare set of two small 2-seater sofas by norman bel geddes. corner element also available.

Mid-Century Modern Danish curved sofa, attributed to Flemming Lassen, circa 1940s. Beautiful condition. Newly upholstered in dark brown European shearli...

In the realm of mid-20th century Swedish furniture design, Carl Cederholm is known as a furniture designer who favoured the classic elegance of Swedish furniture design and combined ...

20th century Denmark was a mid-century design hotspot. Simplicity, functionality, and elegance - these are the basic principles of Danish design. From furniture, to architecture, fas...

Flemming Lassen Style, Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Sofa, Beige Boucle, 1940s Beautifly organic shaped Danish sofa similar to works by Flemming Lassen. This sofa ...

Rare sofa designed by Gösta Jonsson. Produced in Jönköping, Sweden.  

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa...

A beautiful Solid Oak Sofa from the 1940s featuring two spacious armchairs as an extra option to match. The coach was produced in Denmark, with its previous owners taking great care ...

The term “Swedish Modern” was quickly established as a reinterpretation of the Modern style during the 1940s, where functionalism was replaced by a freer and more artistic ideal. Swe...

Designed by Mogens Lassen, this rare and exceptionally elegant Scandinavian Modern sofa is an iconic example of Danish design from the 1940s, distinguished by its sculptural silhouet...

Italian furniture from the mid-century era is defined by an elegant design aesthetic, perfect execution, and exclusivity. The era’s seating models - including this sofa - were create...

The influence of the Art Deco movement was significant on early Scandinavian modernism, resulting in a unique aesthetic mixture based on traditional craftsmanship and quality. In thi...

Note: We have additional matching sofa and lounge chair sets undergoing restoration and can offer sofas and chairs in multiples and with custom upholstery options. Please reach out f...

Manufactured in the 1940s. Made in Sweden. This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa. This item has already been reupholstered and repaired. Although there are some ...

A curved red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Fabric distressed; reupholstery recommended. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 100.0"W x 48.0"D Se...

As documented by Phillips Auction House - Design Masters Sale on December 17, 2014. Very sculptural details and perfectly restored to its original glo...

This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style of the 1930s with the recognisable touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of so...

A masterful example of mid-century Scandinavian design, this circa 1940 Danish sofa embodies the restrained elegance and functional beauty that defined the golden age of Nordic craft...

Pair of oakwood and fabric armchairs. Art Deco period, France, circa 1940.

Mid-Century Modern is to-the-point and no-nonsense, much like the straightforward interior style, which championed notions of functionality, ease and modern simplicity. This three-se...

Beautiful sofa by Otto Schulz, in a curved form with decorative piping. Made from elm with elegant woodgrain and upholstered with pistachio green velvet.

This beautiful Danish three-seater sofa features the recognizable touch of Danish Modernism: exquisite materials, craftsmanship, and an elegantly curved shape, because of which this ...

“Danish Modern” is a recognized term around the world standing for the characteristic style of Danish design created during the 20th century. As this elegant three-seater sofa shows, the style is characterized by clarity in design and extremely high quality in craftsmanship and choice of materials. Thanks to its subtle but pronounced curves, this sofa is inherently elegant while also keeping the warmth and cosiness that is often associated with mid-century Danish design. The standout visual element is the scalloped back that echoes the legacy of Art Deco that had a lasting influence on the Nordic countries as well. Many of the well-known Danish architects felt the urge to try their hands at “Nordic Art...

A striking Art Deco sofa from the 1940's, crafted in the USA and newly upholstered in a warm light brown leather. The sofa features classic Art Deco design elements, including clean ...

Finn Juhl BO46 sofa upholstered with off-white fabric, tapering legs of stained beech. Designed by Finn Juhl, 1946 and manufactured by Bovirke, Denm...

A stained pine and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Dimensions: 32.4” H x 76.625” W x 30.5” D Seat Height: 18.5”

Italian modern wooden armchairs with white fabric, 1940s Set of 2 armchairs with wooden structure. The armchair has a square seat and a square b...

An elegant “Laila” Model 238 sofa designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko, Finland, circa 1940. One of the most successful and recognizable Finnish seating designs of the postwar pe...

Rare Swedish Modern sofa in sheep skin, 1940s. Superb rounded shaped armrests. New off-white sheepskin upholstery with natural linen buttons on the back. Legs of lacquered birch. Ver...

Characteristic and precious Austrian sofas in bleached maple with rich brass inserts, all married with a beautiful black and silver fabric. The sofa ha...

This vintage 40s chesterfield sofa, sporting a rolled arm shape and a unique sea green button tufted leather, is the ideal piece for anyone in search of a subdued Art Deco feel. Ove...

A floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s Seat cushion has minor stains and fabric abrasion consistent with gentle use. Feet exhibit moderate ...

Beautiful sofa from the 1940's Denmark moving into the design of the 50's. Please note we have the pair of chairs that are part of the same design.

This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa features a decorative scalloped detail on the base. Dimensions: 28" tall x 74" wide x 36" ...

A white fabric and wood sofa designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara and produced by Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland, c. 1949. Literature: 1949 Ornamo yearbook. Reupholstered at some point in...

This rare sofa, model JH-555, was designed by Hans Wegner and produced by the cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen in Denmark in 1949. It represents an early and exceptional example of Wegne...

This magnificent seating set is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. This set o...

Settee of two seat sofa, beech, fabric, Scandinavia 1940s This charming Scandinavian settee from the 1940s exemplifies craftsmanship and design sensibility. Featuring a beautifully ...

A wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 29” H x 77.25” W x 41” D Seat Height: 18”

A beige fabric, wood and brass sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Seat height: 19.5” Arm height: 25.25”

Upholstered vintage armchair with sphinx shaped decorations. By unknown designer, manufactured in Spain circa 1940. In original condition, preserving a beautiful patina. Ma...

Børge Mogensen two-seat sofa in lacquered beech and new upholstered cushions of black pure full grain aniline leather. Model tremmesofa (1789), made by Fritz Hansen.

Søren Willadsen was a Danish cabinetmaker and manufacturer active during the early and mid-twentieth century, known for producing furniture that reflected the emerging principles of Danish modern design. Working from his workshop in Vejen, Willadsen collaborated with designers while also producing pieces that emphasised craftsmanship, careful proportions, and the thoughtful use of natural materials. Danish furniture from the 1940s often balanced traditional cabinetmaking techniques with modern forms, creating pieces that were both refined and comfortable while maintaining a clear structure. This curved two...

Part of a living room set comprehensive of a two seater sofa and a large stool, this beautiful and stylish three seater sofa has been designed and manufactured in Denmark in the 1940...

This Carlo X style boat sofa comes from a nineteenth-century villa on Lake Como, the gray and white lacquered sofa, shabby chic effect, has been upholstered ...

A green fabric sofa designed and produced by an American designer, USA, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 17.5" All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

1940s Art Deco two-seater, distressed sofa, featuring timeless oak wood arms, as seen at Hercule Poirot BBC series. This piece requires comprehensive...

A dark-stained pine and white fabric "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c. 1940s.  Dimensions: 32” H x 49.75” W x 29” D Seat height: 18”

A fine example of early Swedish craftsmanship by Göperts Möbler, this three-seat sofa combines solid pine construction with original cognac-brown leather upholstery and spring cushio...

1940s Jens Risom Model 37 loveseat sofa for Knoll in charcoal grey upholstery atop tapered stained birch legs, a class Midcentury Modern design. The high back features a row of butto...

We are delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa bed which is part of a set ...

Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set - Timeless Elegance Elevate your living space with this exquisite vintage sofa and armchairs set from the 1940s-50s. Upholstered...

Beautiful sofa produced in Denmark, 1940s, designer unknown. Professionally reupholstered in high quality sheepskin.  

Carl-Johan Boman for Oy Boman AB rare loveseat/compact sofa with elegantly curved back and tapering stained legs, Finland, 1940s. This exquisite sofa has a classic Scandinavian Moder...