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Two-seater leatherette and gray velvet sofa 1980s
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Divano a 2 posti, struttura rivestita in similpelle, cuscini in espanso con rivestimento in velluto
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Samburá couch
By Sergio Matos
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
bait, tackle and caught fish. Inspiration for the eponymous sofa that invites relaxation. Sized to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Modern sofa, Matador Modern Sofa, Lawrence Peabody, Walnut
By Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft Associates Furniture is expertly handcrafted and upholstered. This Peabody sofa is a licensed
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Custom Davenport Sofa
Located in NYC, NY
Davenport sofa, handmade in NYC . Sofa features a tight back, and loose seat cushion of foam
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Foam, Wood
Milo Baughman Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
, W, D): 23"h, 80"w, 29"d (height does not include back cushions)
Additional Information: Provenance
Category
20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1950s Sofa, model Stella
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s. High-quality solid beech wood frame. The sofa can be transformed
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Ida Sofa by Duistt
Located in Geneve, CH
Ida Sofa by Duistt
Dimensions: W 230 x D 80 x H 78 cm
Materials: Duistt Fabrics, Black Lacquered
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
Disruption Sofa by Domkapa
Located in Geneve, CH
Disruption sofa by Domkapa
Materials: Fabric (Logone 01).
Dimensions: W 444.5 x D 180 x H 80 cm
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Up Sofa by Lagu
Located in Geneve, CH
Up sofa by Lagu
Designed by Ufuk Ceylan
Dimensions: W 160 x D 80 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Faux Leather
Category
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Marshmallow Sofa by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow sofa by kar
Dimensions: W 213.5 x D 103 x H 80 cm
Materials: MDF frame, fabric
Colour
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
Sofa by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Located in Geneve, CH
Sofa by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Dimensions: D 25 x W 180 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Wood, Bultex foam and
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Circular Sofa by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Circular sofa by kar
Dimensions: W 240 x D 133 x H 80 cm
Materials: Fabric, MDF frame
Kar, is the
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Ercol daybed studio sofa
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid-century design Ercol Sofa (Studio Couch) designed by Lucian Ercolani around the 1960s.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Mr Jones Sofa by DUISTT
Located in Geneve, CH
Mr Jones Sofa by DUISTT
Dimensions: W 222 x D 92 x H 80 cm
Materials: Duistt Fabric, Natural Limed
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mr Jones Sofa by DUISTT
Located in Geneve, CH
Mr Jones Sofa by DUISTT
Dimensions: W 222 x D 92 x H 80 cm
Materials: Duistt Fabric, Natural Limed
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Plyn Sofa by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Plyn sofa by Faina
Design: Victoriya Yakusha
Materials: : textile, foam rubber, sintepon, wood
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Rubber, Wood
Sculpted Sofa, Albane Salmon
By Albane Salmon
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpted sofa, Albane Salmon
Dimensions: 160 x 55.5 x 45 / 80 cm
Solid sycamore, partly dyed, oil
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Sycamore
Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 125 x W 280 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Brass and velvet
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Alberto Rosselli Saporiti Italia Post Modern Confidential Lounge Sofa Couch MCM
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Dayton, OH
"Iconic Fratelli Saporiti Italian Confidental lounge, library or club sofa / couch by Alberto
Category
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton
H 22 in W 64 in D 32 in
Colette Sofa by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Colette Sofa by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 80 x W 220 x H 75 cm.
Materials: Velvet PRS, satin ZNC
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Satin, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
Flame Sofa by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Flame Sofa by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 80 x W 220 x H 100 cm.
Materials: Velvet TT, satin STN
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Satin, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
Tenere Sofa by Van Rossum
Located in Geneve, CH
Tenere Sofa by Van Rossum
Dimensions: D 290 x W 80 x H 68 cm
Materials: Oak, Upholstery, Leather
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Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa Senator, Danish Design Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (Width x Height x Depth)
This Mid Century three seat sofa was
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
H 29.53 in W 71.66 in D 31.5 in
Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence
Dimensions: D 80 x W 220 x H 78 cm.
Materials: Velvet fabric SFY
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Stellar Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Stellar sofa by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 190 L X 95 D X 80 H
Materials: walnut timber, ceramic
Category
2010s South African Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Ceramic
Sofa Versailles, Capitonné Backrest, Italy
By VG New Trend
Located in Treviso, Treviso
result of sophisticated and exclusive design with a strong identity and are the outcome of meticulous
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Spruce, Plywood
Studio Medium Modular Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Medium Modular Sofa by NORR11
Dimensions: D 96 x W 80 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm.
Materials: Foam
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
Vintage Sofa and Matching Armchair, 60s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb set composed by a modular corner sofa in 4 parts, with its matching armchair.
Set entirely
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sofa with its 155 cm possesses a reclining surface of 215 x 80 cm. The form-retaining back cushions and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sofa with its 155 cm possesses a reclining surface of 215 x 80 cm. The form-retaining back cushions and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Wood Labirint Sofa by Andrea Giomi
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood Labirint sofa by Andrea Giomi
Dimensions: D 80 x W 60 x H 84 cm
Materials: painted wood
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Grey Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Grey Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Dimensions: D 80 x W 230 x H 72 cm.
Materials: Solid wood, steel, wood
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ochre Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ochre Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Dimensions: D 80 x W 230 x H 72 cm.
Materials: Solid wood, steel
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Rencontre Moi Modular Sofa Timeless Leather Black
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Rencontre Moi modular sofa is composed of a wooden shell padded with different densities
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Luizet Modular Sofa by Luca Nichetto
Located in Geneve, CH
sofa system that
invites to combine together various elements by a distinctive geometry.
An arched
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Fernandine II Seat Sofa by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Fernandina II Seat Sofa by InsidherLand
Dimensions: D 85 x W 170 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Brushed
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sumo Sofa Designed by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Sumo sofa designed by Thomas Dariel
L 185 x D 80 x H 80 cm
Structure in solid timber and plywood
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Plywood
Vintage Leather Patchwork Sofa Daybed, Circa 1970s
By De Sede
Located in San Antonio, TX
removable seat, arm, and back cushions. This daybed sofa has a deep seat, nice patina, and high-quality
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
3-seater “bean” shaped sofa. Contemporary work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
3-seater “bean” or curved sofa, with a gap between the bottom of the backrest and the seat
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Beech
Two-Seater Sofa, Europe, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Two-seater sofa is a design furniture item realized by Artist of the mid-20th century.
A vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Straw, Teak
Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Medium Modular Outdoor Sofa by NORR11
Dimensions: D 96 x W 80 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
Pebble Sofa by Fred Rigby Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Pebble sofa by Fred Rigby Studio
Dimensions: L 200 x W 90 x H 80 cm
Materials: solid oak, dedar
Category
2010s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Ottoman Sofa, Large by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Ottoman sofa, large by Colé Italia with Aksu/Suardi
Dimensions: H.72 D.80 W.220 cm
Materials
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Studio Lounge Medium Modular Sofa by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Medium Modular Sofa by NORR11
Dimensions: D 130 x W 80 x H 70 cm. SH 47 cm
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
DS 80/03 Sofa with 5 Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
craftsmanship. First introduced over 50 years ago, the DS-80/03 is still a must have for any interior designer
Category
2010s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Liquid Steel Labirint Sofa by Andrea Giomi
Located in Geneve, CH
Liquid Steel Labirint sofa by Andrea Giomi
Dimensions: D 80 x W 60 x H 84 cm
Materials: liquid
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Dusty Green Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Dusty Green Cut Sofa by Kann Design
Dimensions: D 80 x W 230 x H 72 cm.
Materials: Solid wood
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
GUFRAM Pink Lady Couch by Studio 65
By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Bocca, the original 1970 lips-shaped couch is only Gufram's. This sensual couch, which is ideal for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
Wood Labirint Free Sofa by Andrea Giomi
Located in Geneve, CH
Wood Labirint Free Sofa by Andrea Giomi.
Dimensions: D 80 x W 60 x H 84 cm.
Materials: Various
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
GUFRAM Dark Lady Couch by Studio 65
By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
has a removable piercing of chromed metal.
Dimensions:
212 x 80 x 85 cm.
*NB. LANDED PRICE USA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
Guillerme et Chambron Mid-Century French Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A curvy elegant oak sofa by Guillerme et Chambron.
c1960s, French.
Comfy and good looking
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Yoshida Contemporary Sofa in Fabric and Wood
By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio
Located in London, GB
The Yoshida lounge chair is a minimal piece designed to look great from all angles. From the front
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Walnut
DS-80 Lounge Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
as a lounge sofa
The daybed DS-80 has established itself as a timeless classic by de Sede ever
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Clichy Linen Slipcover Sofa, Custom made in Spain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
.
The sofa is customizable, made to order, and we offer a variety of sizes and fabric and colour options
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Hemp
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
a sofa with its original, stunning upholstery in such a good condition, which is why this model is
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Sofa "Okay" by Adriano Piazzesi, Italy, 1970s
By Adriano Piazzesi, Space Age Products
Located in Roma, IT
, Italy 1970s.
Dimensions: L 210 cm. H 80 / P 90 H Seat 38 cm
Very good condition.
Adriano Piazzesi was a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a "Spencer" three seat sofa, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and produced by Minotti. The sofa
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
'California' Sofa and 2 Chairs, Jacques Charpentier, 1970s
By Jacques Charpentier
Located in London, GB
stainless steel. Re-covered in mocha and cream bouclé fabric.
Sofa: H 80 / W 218 / D 107 cm
Each Chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Swedish Cabinetmaker Sofa and Armchairs, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
rendering of a sort of essentialized “Swedishness” embedded in objects, such as this sofa and armchairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Anfibio Leather Sofa by Alessandro Becchi, Italy, 1970s
By Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti
Located in Roma, IT
Anfibio 2 seats sofa is a design furniture realized by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 80a sofa you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, wood and animal skin, every 80a sofa was constructed with great care. There are 857 variations of the antique or vintage 80a sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 629 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the 80a sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 80a sofa, those designed in modern, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 80a sofa over the years, but those crafted by De Sede, Michel Ducaroy and Ligne Roset are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 80a Sofa?
A 80a sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,952, while the lowest priced sells for $199 and the highest can go for as much as $439,000.
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 80a Sofa
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are many things that you can wear to a 1980s party. Get inspired by the era’s fitness craze and wear a leotard, tights, leg warmers and a headband or a wind suit with a matching jacket and pull-on bottoms. Give the preppy look a try with a sweater set for women or a crewneck sweater tied around the neck of a polo shirt for men. Or, go punk with a vintage band t-shirt, distressed jeans, spiked jewelry and a wallet chain. Find a collection of vintage 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is a sofa suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
- Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
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