Vintage Sofa in Fabric, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa realized by an italian manufacture in 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970S Sofa
1970s Curved Sofa in Bouclé
Located in New York, NY
1970s Curved Sofa in Boucle with a chrome base.
Category
1970s Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Chrome
1970s Danish sofa
$2,043
1970s Danish sofa
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in London, Lambeth
The Stouby manufacturers stitching and tag can also be found to the underside of the cushions. Cc 1970’s Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather
1970s Selig Lucite & Leather Strap Sofa Couch
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Selig Lucite & Leather Strap Sofa Couch
By Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Selig lucite frame and leather strap sofa couch.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Metal
Sofa Table, Travertine, Italy, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Italian sofa table in travertine with glass top, 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Travertine
Modernist architect sofa, The Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A Dutch vintage sofa from the 1970s, featuring a substantial wooden frame with angular armrests and dark upholstered cushions.
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood
Cassina 'Soriana' Four-Seater Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in Bouclé, 1970's
$15,306Sale Price|34% Off
Cassina 'Soriana' Four-Seater Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in Bouclé, 1970's
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cassina; Scarpa; Mid-Century Modern; Boucle Wool; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Post-Modern; Postmodern Design; 1970s Design; Italy; Italian Design; Manufactured by Cassina in the 1970s, ...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Chrome
John Mascheroni for Swaim Furniture Quilted Tan Three Seat Sofa 1970's
By Swaim, John Mascheroni
Located in Chicago, IL
John Mascheroni for Swaim Furniture Quilted Tan Three Seat Sofa 1970's Features angled arms and side pillows. label underside: John Mascheroni for Swaim Furniture Dimensions: 96" wid...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Upholstery
Arne Norell "Ilona" Sofa, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model "Ilona" two-seat designed by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s. Beautiful patinated leather and original fabric, very good condition.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Brass
Selig Lucite Sofa, 1970s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Lucite sofa by Selig with black leather straps. There are three long nickel bars running through the length of the sofa holding the black leather seat straps and back cushi...
Category
1970s American Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Lucite
Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Black Leather Coronado Sofa c.1970's
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage 1970’s Italian black leather 3 seat sofa, the Coronado model, designed by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Metal
Anfibio 3-Seater Sofa Bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1970's
By Alessandro Becchi, Giovanetti
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This extraordinary "Anfibio" three-seater sofa bed, designed in 1970 by Alessandro Becchi alongside the innovative Giovannetti staff, stands as a crowning achievement of Radical Ital...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Sectional Sofa by Rossi di Albizzate in Original Cognac Leather, Italy – 1970’s
By Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Designer: by or in the style of George Bighinello Manufacturer: Rossi di Albizzate Country: Italy Model: Sectional sofa Design Design period: 1970’s Date of manufacturing: circa 1970...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather, Foam
1970s De Sede Ds47 Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
De Sede DS47 Black Leather Sofa. Sofa has an extendable seat for more sitting depth. De Sede is known for its high quality 5mm thick Buffalo Leather. Made in Switzerland.
Category
20th Century Swiss Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather
Italian sofa, 1970s
$2,842
Italian sofa, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
This sofa features a high, slightly rounded backrest for enhanced comfort. Upholstered in a vibrant fabric, this armchair adds a touch of color. Its elegant brass legs exude elegance...
Category
1970s European Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Brass
"Cloud" Sofa in Velvet & Walnut, Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1970's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and iconic "Cloud" sofa designed by the influential Adrian Pearsall. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Wi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Paraguayan Designer, Sofa, Wood, Paraguay, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved wood sofa designed and produced in Paraguay, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Paraguayan Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood
Paraguayan Designer, Sofa, Wood, Paraguay, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved sofa designed and produced in Paraguay, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Paraguayan Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
$682Sale Price / set|19% Off
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
Located in Manzano, IT
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s A set of two vintage sofas from the 1970s, featuring a bold, multicolored fabric upholstery with an abstract pattern typical of the era.
Category
1970s Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970's chrome and marble sofa table from Bendixen design in Denmark
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish mid century Modern Marble Coffee Table by Bendixen Design, 1970s. Circular frame in chromed steel with four square legs. Floating table top in beautiful marble with veins in v...
Category
1970s Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Marble
Null, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved stained pine and white fabric sofa produced by Null Manufacturing, Maiden, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Pine
Ebonized Barrel Back Four Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair in New Bouclé, USA, 1970's
$9,200Sale Price / set|38% Off
Ebonized Barrel Back Four Seat Sofa and Lounge Chair in New Bouclé, USA, 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Attention designers! Equal parts comfort and style this extraordinary lounge chair and sofa set has recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration that features ne...
Category
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Oak
1970s Skipper Mobler Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Settee also available. Denmark, 1970’s Delivery To Nyc Available for $600
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Mid Century Modern Chrome Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century chrome & leather sofa designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Red Velvet Sectional Sofa, 1970s
$1,450 / item
Vintage Red Velvet Sectional Sofa, 1970s
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage Red Velvet Sectional Sofa, 1970s Make a bold statement with this stunning 1970s modular sectional sofa, upholstered in luxurious red velvet.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Iron
1970s Coastal Bamboo & Woven Leather Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Coastal Bamboo & Woven Leather Sofa A 1970s coastal bamboo and woven leather sofa embodies a relaxed yet refined bohemian aesthetic, blending natural materials with timeless w...
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Bamboo
Null, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved stained pine and white fabric sofa produced by Null Manufacturing, Maiden, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s American Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Null, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved stained pine and white fabric sofa produced by Null Manufacturing, Maiden, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s American Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Italian Designer, Sectional Sofa, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A white and green-striped sectional sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Fabric in distressed condition with stains and holes, reupholstery recommended.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Hämeen Kalustaja, Sofa, Pine, Leather, Finland, 1970s
By Hämeen Kalustaja
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and brown leather sofa designed and produced by Hämeen Kalustaja, Finland, 1970s.
Category
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather, Pine
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Pine, White Fabric, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. 17” seat height All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Lied Møbler, Sofa, Pine, Leather, Norway, 1970s
By Lied Møbler
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and red leather sofa produced by Lied Møbler, Norway, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather, Pine
Paraguayan Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Paraguay, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced in Paraguay, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Paraguayan Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Soriana sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Cognac Velvet, Italy, 1970`s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in PARIS, FR
A beautiful cognac velvet Soriana sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa . The sofa is iconic not only because it won the Comasso d`Oro but it is so unique visually- deep seating, generous...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Velvet
"Mississippi" Lounge Sofa (15 pieces) by The Artifort Group For Artifort, 1970's
By Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The iconic “Mississippi” Lounge Sofa” (15 elements) by The Artifort Group for Artifort, designed in the 1970s, is a rare and highly versatile modular seating system that perfectly re...
Category
1970s Dutch Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Argentine Designer, Modular Sofa, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A light blue fabric modular 5-piece sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Leif Wikner, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and beige gray fabric sofa designed and produced by Leif Wikner, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Alberto Churba, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1970s
By Alberto Churba
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white floral-printed fabric sofa, model "Espalda", designed by Alberto Churba and produced by Estudio CH, Argentina, 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A coated green gold floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and orange vinyl sofa or settee designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood, Faux Leather
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and gold velvet sofa or settee designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian modern modular brown leather sofa, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular brown leather sofa, 1970s Composed of three sections, upholstered in cognac color leather and characterized by soft, rounded lines.
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Argentine Designer, Sofa, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige vinyl sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Wood, Faux Leather
Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A white-lacquered wood and beige brown checkered fabric sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Arne Norell Sofa model Kontiki, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
3-Seater sofa model Kontiki designed by Arne Norell in original brown leather. Produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden. Cushions newly lubricated with leather conditioner. Very ...
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Leather
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and green fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Cèzamè Paris 3-Seater Sofa, France, 1970s
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
A rare and highly sculptural three-seater sofa produced by Cèzamè Paris during the 1970s. Characterized by its generous organic form, low profile, and enveloping silhouette, this mod...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Velvet
Argentine Designer, Modular Sofa, Velvet, Argentina, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown velvet modular sofa designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Velvet
1970's Cream Wool Sectional Sofa on Polished Brass Plinth Base w/ Ottoman
Located in Medina, OH
Sophisticated and inviting, 1970's mid-century modern cream wool sectional sofa on a polished brass plinth base, also comes with two side arm pillows and a semi-attached ottoman.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Brass
De Sede Sofa, Brown Leather & Aluminum, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful De Sede sofa in original leather on a cast aluminum base, internal upholstery has been completely redone 84x30x29 Arms 21 Seat 19
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Aluminum
Trä-Inn, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and floral-printed sofa designed and produced by Stockholms Träinrednings AB, Trä-Inn Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Pine, Fabric
Trä-Inn, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and floral-printed fabric sofa or love seat designed and produced by Stockholms Träinrednings AB, Trä-Inn Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970S Sofa
Materials
Fabric, Pine
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Vintage 1970S Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage 1970s sofa for your home. Each vintage 1970s sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, animal skin and leather. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage 1970s sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage 1970s sofa made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made vintage 1970s sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by De Sede, Mario Bellini and Milo Baughman are consistently popular.
How Much is a Vintage 1970S Sofa?
Prices for a vintage 1970s sofa start at $1 and top out at $453,101 with the average selling for $5,564.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Vintage 1970S Sofa
What was worn in the 1970s?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Was velvet used in the 1970s?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.What is 1970s furniture called?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.Are the 1970s mid-century?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026Yes, vintage hardwood frames are ideal candidates; listings note whether the fabric is original or has already been redone.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage typically covers 20 to 99 years, which includes most mid-century pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026A vintage table lamp on a nearby side table adds warm light without competing with overhead fixtures, and works with most sofa eras.
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Antique Metal Grinder
Antique Metal Hat Box
Antique Metal Strong Box
Antique Metal Tool Box
Antique Mexican Dolls
Antique Milk Glass Vase
Antique Monogrammed Napkins
Antique North Carolina Furniture
Antique Olive Fork