Norwegian Two-Seater Sofa in the manner of Finn Juhl, Norway 20th Century
By Finn Juhl
Located in Utrecht, NL
This piece is reminiscent of Finn Juhl’s “Poet” sofa model, linking furniture with sculpture.
Fabric, Wood
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H 34.65 in W 51.97 in D 30.71 in
Finn Juhl Sofa Poet Rime, Model FJ4100, Design Finn Juhl and One Collection
By Finn Juhl
Located in Odense, Denmark
Lovely little 2-person sofa. "The Poet and Lillemor." Designed by Finn Juhl in 1941.
Fabric, Walnut
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
An early example of the "Poet" sofa designed by Finn Juhl in 1946 and produced by cabinetmakers Bovirke in the 1950s.
Wool, Beech
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa
Located in London, GB
2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa made by cabinetmakers Bovirke
Wood
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone blue fabric.
Finn Juhl 'Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder, 1941
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric.
Fabric, Beech
Finn Juhl Poet Sofa, Loveseat, Gray, 1941, Denmark
By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finn Juhl designed the Poet Sofa (1941) for use in his own home.
Walnut
Pair of Brazilian Tufted Deerskin Small Sofas
Located in Hanover, MA
Unknown maker/designer but with their elegant curves they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" sofa for B&B Italia.
1970's Brazilian Sofa, Love Seat & Lounge Chair
Located in Hanover, MA
Unknown maker/designer but with their elegant curves they are almost a hybrid of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa and a Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" sofa for B&B Italia.
Finn Juhl Long Poet Sofa
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
2 1/2 Seater Poet sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Bovirke with a sprung base and sides it is very comfortable and does despite the 2 1/2 name sit 3 people easily.
Upholstery, Wood
Finn Juhl BO46, Poet Sofa, Bovirke
By Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Classic two person Finn Juhl sofa upholstered with light beige wool, tapering legs of stained beech. Designed by Finn Juhl, 1946 and manufactured by Bovirke, Denmark, 1950s. ...
Fabric
Original Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
Great early Finn Juhl sofa. Sculptural shape typical of Juhl's elegant style. Made by Bovirke
Upholstery, Wood
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak.
Fabric, Oak
Finn Juhl two seat love seat sofa, model Poet
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og walnut.
Leather, Walnut
Midcentury "Poet" Sofa by Finn Juhl Upholstered in Boucle
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Lejre, DK
Original "Poet" sofa designed by Maa. Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1940s.
Bouclé
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' Sofa for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric, legs of stained wood.
Finn Juhl The Poet sofa for Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Finn Juhl 'The Poet' sofa upholstered with two-tone fabric.
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H 34.26 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in
Poet Rime Sofa, Model FJ4100, Designed by Finn Juhl and Onecollection
By Finn Juhl, Onecollection 1
Located in Lejre, DK
Poet rime sofa, model FJ4100, designed by Finn Juhl in 1941 and manufactured by Onecollection.
Wool, Walnut
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H 33.47 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in
Finn Juhl Poet Love Seat Sofa with Oak Legs, 1940s Danish Design
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finn Juhl "Poet" two seat love seat sofa. Legs og oak.
Fabric, Oak
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H 34.65 in W 54.34 in D 30.32 in
Danish Curved Mid Century Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl Produced by Niels Vodder, 1941
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare, fine and early example of the iconic "Poet" sofa by Finn Juhl produced by cabinet maker Niels Vodder Denmark, 1941.
Sheepskin, Beech
Early Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in London, GB
Very early version of the famous sofa by Finn Juhl. Made by Carl Broerup it shows the origins of the curves that would make Finn Juhl famous later on. Newly upholstered and in great ...
Wood, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "Poet" sofa or settee with grey wool upholstery on splayed, natural oak dowel legs.
Oak, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A three-seater 'Poet' sofa with the original light grey wool hopsack upholstery, on tapered oak legs.
Oak, Upholstery
The Poet Sofa By Finn Juhl
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A "Poet" sofa with the original pale grey wool upholstered frame and blue seat cushion on splayed, natural oak dowel legs. Upholstery in COM/COL and leg refinishing included.
Upholstery, Oak
Poet sofa model FJ4100 by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The Poet Sofa first saw the light of day at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition in 1941 and was originally designed for Finn Juhl's own home.
Wool, Wood
Poet Sofa by Finn Juhl
Located in New York, NY
Finn Juhl is arguably the master of Danish design, this particular model was originally created for his own home. The high back form, with broad shoulders, features high armrests wit...
Leather, Teak
Distressed 1960s Swedish Broderna Anderssons Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is absolutely gorgeous. With its clean lines and higher back, the form on this sofa is very reminiscent of Finn Juhl's Poet sofa.
Finn Juhl "The Poet" Sofa
By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl
Located in Vienna, AT
Finn Juhl "The Poet." Free-standing two-seat sofa with beech legs.
Wool, Beech
Finn Juhl Grey Poet Sofa
By Onecollection 1, Finn Juhl
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Danish Modern tufted couch designed in 1941 by the legendary Finn Juhl for his own home, the Juhl House, and manufactured by Onecollection in Denmark. The wingback style sette...
Wool, Walnut, Beech, Pine
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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