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Vintage Brown Leather Three Seat Sofa on Castors from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
leather sofa such as this one. Add this to the classic style of a Chesterfield sofa, and it is a winning
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Attributed to George Smith Velvet Jack Larsen Style Sofa on Castors
By George Smith
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare sofa is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with
Category

Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Upholstery

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Greding, DE
Brown three-seat sofa on castors with rectangular seat and backrest. The brick-red cylindrical
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 3 Seater Sofa on Brass Castors
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern three seater sofa features original upholstery, removable cushions, slip
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1960s Chesterfield Tufted Silk Velvet Sofa Loveseat Chair on Castors, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Mid Century p...
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood

Large Mid-Century Modern Low Custom Sofa by Flair Inc on Brass Castors, Project
By Flair, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
castors, in need of restoration. This sofa has great bones, shown in original quilted upholstery, which
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

EXQUISITE VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY TWO SEAT SOFA WiTH STAMPED CASTORS
By David Linley
Located in GB
decorative sofa, you don't see many pieces with these exquisite walnut and satinwood legs, the castors are
Category

20th Century English Country Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Satinwood, Walnut

Lovely Large Solid Brown Contemporary Howard & Sons Style Sofa Brass Castors
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
style three seat sofa with brass castors and feather filled cushions A good looking well made and
Category

20th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Brass

90s Hydra Castor sofa, white leather and steel, Luca Scacchetti Poltrona Frau
By Luca Sacchetti
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding Hydra Castor model sofa, with chromed steel structure and white leather upholstery
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Cisco Brothers English Embroidered Textile Curved Down Castors Sofas, Set of 2
By Cisco Brothers
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
and an exceptionally deep seat lend inviting comfort to the elegant sofa set, whose roomy silhouette
Category

2010s American Other Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Poltrona Frau "Hydra Castor" 3-Seat Sofa - In Cream "Pelle Frau SC" Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a huge, ultra-rare 3-Seat "Hydra Castor" sofa from the world renown
Category

2010s European Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
chenille sectional on castors is a statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Restored Bordeaux Leather Chesterfield Club Suite Armchair & Sofa on Turned Legs
Located in GB
Bordeaux leather Gentleman's club suite with hand turned legs finished with castors Where to begin
Category

20th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Late Victorian Two-Seat Chesterfield Sofa 'to Be Colored on Request', circa 1890
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian two-seat mahogany Chesterfield sofa, of typical form with rolled arms and two-seat
Category

Antique 1890s English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Calamander Sofa Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
An English sofa table with rounded corner rectangular top in rare calamander wood and edge inlay of
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Calamander Sofa Table
Calamander Sofa Table
H 30.25 in W 49.5 in D 24.75 in
Regency Mahogany Sofa
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Regency mahogany sofa, boldly carved with roundels, the curved cresting centered on a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Sofa
Regency Mahogany Sofa
H 38.98 in W 78.75 in D 26.38 in
Antique French Marquetry Sofa
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
ornate marquetry inlay, standing on elegant legs terminating on original castors, the sofa remains in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Kingwood

Antique French Marquetry Sofa
Antique French Marquetry Sofa
H 38.59 in W 72.84 in D 35.44 in
The Hampstead Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
The Hampstead is based on a traditional Howard & Sons Chesterfield sofa. An enduring classic, with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

The Hampstead Sofa
The Hampstead Sofa
H 27 in W 90.5 in D 42 in
The Belmont Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
The Belmont sofa is based on the most elegant of the Howard & Son's models; The Baring. With a high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

The Belmont Sofa
The Belmont Sofa
H 38 in W 75 in D 35.5 in
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Kettering, GB
An elegant Regency mahogany sofa table with two frieze drawers and matching faux drawers to the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
H 29.93 in W 59.45 in D 29.53 in
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A superb Quality Rosewood sofa table. 19th Century Standing on cast brass castors with a swept
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
H 28 in W 37 in D 28 in
The Fitzrovia Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
frame, this sofa looks particularly fantastic in pairs. The curved design is inviting, seating people at
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

The Fitzrovia Sofa
The Fitzrovia Sofa
H 33.5 in W 69 in D 33.5 in
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
End Supports Terminating With Elegant Sabre Legs And Original Brass Paw Castors. Sofa Tables were
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
H 29.5 in W 46.25 in D 24 in
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency mahogany sofa table, having two drawers to the front, and two
Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
Regency Mahogany Sofa Table
H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 25.2 in
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency rosewood sofa table, the rosewood top with banded edge and two
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
H 28.35 in W 37.01 in D 26.38 in
Victorian Walnut Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian walnut Chesterfield sofa, of typical form with rolled arms and two seat cushions, the
Category

Antique 1870s English Sofas

Materials

Leather

Victorian Walnut Chesterfield Sofa
Victorian Walnut Chesterfield Sofa
H 26 in W 86 in D 26.5 in
Howard & Sons Beaumont Sofa
By Howard and Sons
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Howard & Sons 'Beaumont' sofa, dating to the 19th century. This classic sofa features a deep seat
Category

Antique 19th Century English Country Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Howard & Sons Beaumont Sofa
Howard & Sons Beaumont Sofa
H 33.08 in W 67.72 in D 33.86 in
Regency Cocuswood Sofa Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Regency Cocuswood, kingwood and holy wood sofa table, the vividly grained top with bookmatched
Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Kingwood

Regency Cocuswood Sofa Table
Regency Cocuswood Sofa Table
H 28 in W 36.5 in D 27 in
19th Century Low Back Sofa
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century low back sofa with carved arms, over long seat raised on cabriole legs with acanthus
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century Low Back Sofa
19th Century Low Back Sofa
H 28 in W 78 in D 33 in
Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A satinwood sofa table with lovely matched veneers and tulipwood cross banding on the top; the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
H 28 in W 62.25 in D 24 in
Pair of Regency Sofa Tables
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A rare and good quality pair of Regency period rosewood sofa tables. Having rosewood crossbanding
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Regency Sofa Tables
Pair of Regency Sofa Tables
H 28.5 in W 61 in D 32 in
Down Back Elmstead Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
This sofa is a twist on our ever popular Elmstead model. This version has an integral back cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Brass

Down Back Elmstead Sofa
Down Back Elmstead Sofa
H 33.5 in W 78 in D 41 in
Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Sabre Legs Terminating On Original Brass Castors. This chamring little sofa table is of really unusual
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
H 28.5 in W 54 in D 22 in
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian mahogany inlaid settee sofa which has a lovely inlaid shaped top rail, lovely
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Other

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
H 36.03 in W 53.75 in D 21.26 in
Deep Seated Button-Back Couch
Located in Greenwich, CT
A tailored two seater button-back couch with rolled arms and deep seat, in the fashion of Howard
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Sofas

Materials

Wood

Deep Seated Button-Back Couch
Deep Seated Button-Back Couch
H 32.008 in W 64.016 in D 35 in
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian mahogany inlaid settee sofa which has a pretty inlaid shaped top rail, lovely
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Other

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Sofa
H 35.44 in W 51.97 in D 22.05 in
Anglo Indian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
-leaf mahogany sofa table doubles as a writing table. The top is set on turned, reeded and spiral-carved
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Anglo Indian Mahogany Sofa Table
Anglo Indian Mahogany Sofa Table
H 30 in W 72 in D 28 in
A William IV Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in London, GB
A fine William IV mahogany sofa table, with two drawers to the frieze, with opening flaps to each
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

A William IV Mahogany Sofa Table
A William IV Mahogany Sofa Table
H 27.96 in W 42.13 in D 26.78 in
Matched Pair of 20th Century Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Near pair of English 20th century sofas reupholstered and covered in a linen. These sofas sit on
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Matched Pair of 20th Century Sofas
Matched Pair of 20th Century Sofas
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 32.29 in
19th Century Howard Style Mahogany Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
. The arms enhance the sofa's lovely shape. Terminating on square tapering legs with brass castors. A
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Howard Style Mahogany Sofa
19th Century Howard Style Mahogany Sofa
H 30.71 in W 75.99 in D 36.23 in
George Smith Leather Sofa – Signature “Standard-Arm” – Large 2.5-Seat Sofa in Ox
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is, quite possibly, the only sofa you might ever need to buy. This
Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Leather

Napoleon III Deconstructed Two Seater Sofa
Located in Faversham, GB
A splendid and generously proportioned Napolean III two-seater sofa. The sofa has been fully
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Calico, Walnut

Napoleon III Deconstructed Two Seater Sofa
Napoleon III Deconstructed Two Seater Sofa
H 33.47 in W 53.94 in D 30.71 in
Pair of French Napoleon III Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
cabriole legs which include their original castors. These pair of sofas are in great structural condition
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of French Napoleon III Sofas
Pair of French Napoleon III Sofas
H 33.47 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in
Regency Sofa Table Mahogany Antique Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany Sofa table with crossbanded edging and 2 drawers either side Nice designs to the
Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
SN1181 Good quality, Regency, drop leaf, mahogany, sofa table of small proportions, having round
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 21.26 in
19th Century Regency Period Sofa Table
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality, elegant Regency period mahogany sofa table, having unusual Coromandel crossbanding
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Regency Period Sofa Table
19th Century Regency Period Sofa Table
H 28.35 in W 58.27 in D 25.6 in
Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding antique Victorian carved mahogany sofa with a beautifully expertly carved shaped back
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Other

Regency Mahogany and Satinwood Sofa Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Regency period flame mahogany and satinwood banded sofa table, the vividly grained top with canted
Category

Antique 19th Century Georgian Sofa Tables

Materials

Satinwood, Mahogany

A late Victorian two-seater Chesterfield sofa
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian two-seater Chesterfield sofa, of typical form with a continuous scroll back and
Category

20th Century English Late Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
terminating in scrolled feet and original castors. This rosewood sofa table has been sympathetically restored
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 27.96 in
19th century burr birch Biedermeier sofa table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Superb quality biedermeier period sofa table circa 1825. Beautifully made from burr birch, giving
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Tables

Materials

Birch

Rosewood Regency Sofa Table Extending Drop Leaf
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A superb Quality Rosewood Sofa Table. Standing on cast brass castors with a swept leg with carved
Category

Vintage 1980s Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Early Victorian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century early Victorian mahogany sofa table circa 1840. Excellent quality solid mahogany
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Outstanding Quality Victorian Carved Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality Victorian carved rosewood sofa table having a fabulous carved gadrooned edge
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofa Tables

Materials

Other

Antique French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud sofa
Located in London, GB
with brass castors. This sofa is in excellent condition, having been, fully and professionally
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Edwardian Oak Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Located in Crawley, GB
Beautifull Edwardian oak Sofa Table is in Great Condition having a Cross banded Inlay and Readed
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
H 29.53 in W 36.23 in D 23.23 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Low Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style sofa Offered is a Mid-Century Modern sofa. Has three
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Regency Mahogany Sofa Table of Small Proportions
Located in Cheshire, GB
two frieze drawers with brass handles. All raised up on saber legs with brass caps and castors
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Georgian, Mahogany and Satinwood, Sofa Table, Circa 1810
Located in Lincoln, GB
Rosewood and inlaid and bordered with satinwood Georgian sofa table circa 1780. The quality of this
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood

Massive Tufted Chesterfield Sofa in Desirable Worn Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A double cushion seat leather Chesterfied sofa in oversized dimensions in incredible worn condition
Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Leather

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Sofas On Castors For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of sofas on castors is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct sofas on castors — often made from wood, mahogany and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 132 antique and vintage sofas on castors at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 11 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Sofas on castors have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Sofas on castors bearing Regency or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made sofas on castors over the years, but those made by Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd and Howard Chairs Ltd. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Sofas On Castors?

Sofas on castors can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $7,473, while the lowest priced sells for $623 and the highest can go for as much as $270,442.
Questions About Sofas On Castors
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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."
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Also 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    No 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    By 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.