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Was velvet used in the 1970s?
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Yes, 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.
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
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Shop for Vintage Velvet Sofa on 1stDibs
Angular Vintage Velvet Sofa by Gio Ponti with Certificate
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Eccentric vintage grey corner sofa designed by the great Gio Ponti in the 1950s, of fine Italian
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Boho Biomorphic Velvet Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
A sensational vintage Boho sofa. A chic biomorphic shape in a pale apricot velvet. Custom built and
Category
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Vintage Down Filled Curved Vintage Mint Velvet Sofa
Located in Toronto, CA
Oversized vintage mint velvet 3 seater sofa. Comfortable is an understatment.
Plush, substantial
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Late 20th Century Vintage Donghia Velvet Sofa
By Donghia
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introduce luxurious comfort to your living space with this Vintage Boho Donghia Velvet Sofa. This
Category
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 20th Century Modern Velvet Serpentine Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are happily offering this Lovely Vintage Velvet Serpentine Sofa with curved metal bases. the
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Recamier Sofa Upholstered in Clarence House Velvet
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage recamier sofa upholstered in Clarence House blue and white velvet geometric fabric. The
Category
20th Century Sofas
Materials
Velvet
