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Antique Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A large and very impressive antique leather Chesterfield sofa. This was made in England & we would
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Antique Leather Chesterfield Sofa
H 28.75 in W 100.01 in D 37.8 in
Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau Sofa in White Leather, 1980s
By Poltrona Frau, Pierluigi Cerri
Located in Berlin, DE
"Ouverture" 3 seat sofa in white leather designed by Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau, early 1980
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Antique 1880s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of 19th Century, Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Sofa Benches
Located in Wichita, KS
An almost identical pair of 19th century Swedish sofa benches in the Gustavian style, newly
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

19th c. Swedish Gustavian Style Sofa Bench in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
19th c. Swedish sofa bench in the Gustavian style wearing its original, natural patina. There are
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Antique French Carved Walnut Bergere Sofa
Located in London, GB
A stunning original French antique carved walnut sofa, with a caned seat and back. I would date
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Antique 1870s French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Exhibition Quality Wylie & Lochhead 1860 Glasgow Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa
By Wylie & Lochhead
Located in GB
fully restored Hand dyed brown leather Chesterfield sofa This piece is absolutely sublime, made by
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Antique 1860s Scottish High Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Smoking Art Deco Table in Chrome and Glass, France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
for sale. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Chrome

Magazine Rack with Cup Holder, Italian 1950 in Iron
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods
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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

Table in Wood and Marble France, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Marble

Table in Wood and Marble France, 1930
Table in Wood and Marble France, 1930
H 18.9 in W 39.77 in D 18.9 in
Table Art Deco in wood and glass France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Table, France, 1920, in Wood and Marquetry
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
. Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Table with Drawer in Wood, 1920, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Table with Drawer in Wood, 1920, France
Table with Drawer in Wood, 1920, France
H 27.37 in W 27.96 in D 13.78 in
Art Deco Table Rectangular, France, 1930, Material: Wood, with Gold Detail
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Table, France, 1930, in Marble and Iron, Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
.  Why are there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

France, Table in Wood, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

France, Table in Wood, 1920
France, Table in Wood, 1920
H 15.75 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Table with Drawer Art Deco, France, 1930, Material : Wood Pickled Oak
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Bronze

Medida Table Art Deco, France, 1930 in Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
there so many antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Medida Table Art Deco, France, 1930 in Wood
Medida Table Art Deco, France, 1930 in Wood
H 19.3 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Table in Wood and Glass, 1920, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
antiques in Argentina? In the 1880 – 1940 there was a grate wave of immigration encouraged by the periods
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Glass

Antique Black Forest Sofa Ensemble Swiss (5) Pieces Photoshopped with Linen
Located in Chicago, IL
the suite in a linen fabric, or in your fabric. Includes two side tables, sofa and 2 Bergere Chairs
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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Living Room Sets

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Italian 19th Century Gilt Living Room Suite with a Sofa and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary and finely carved five piece suite comprising of one sofa, two armchairs and two
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Giltwood

Italian 19th Century Gilt Living Room Suite with a Sofa and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary and finely carved five piece suite comprising of one sofa, two armchairs and two
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Giltwood

Italian 19th Century Gilt Living Room Suite with a Sofa and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary and finely carved five piece suite comprising of one sofa, two armchairs and two
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Giltwood

Italian 19th Century Gilt Living Room Suite with a Sofà and Pair of Armchairs
Located in Rome, IT
This extraordinary and finely carved five piece suite comprising of one sofa, two armchairs and two
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Black Forest Sofa from French Chateau in the South of France, Restored
Located in Chicago, IL
chairs that match this sofa, or settee that are also listed on 1stdibs, as will all of the Collection of
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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game. The price includes the 3 armchairs 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs Material: Wood
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game. The price includes the 3 armchairs 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs Material: Wood
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Unusual Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, Country, France, 1900
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game. 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs 4 chairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Vintage Brass Side, Sofa Table in the Style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1880 by a Dutch-born Jean-Henri Jansen. Jansen was an interior designer and decorator born in 1854
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris
By William Morris (English)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game. 1 Sofa 2 Armchairs 4 chairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with
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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Bergère Chairs c1800's Huge Collection of Black Forest Pieces Avail
Located in Chicago, IL
, tables etc. There is also a matching settee-sofa that matches this pair of bergère Black Forest chairs
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Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique 19th Century English Oak Joint Stool
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique English oak joint stool, England, circa 1880's. Lovely oak stool with pegged mortise-and
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Antique 1880s English Country Stools

Materials

Oak

19th Century Solid Teak Dutch Colonial Chest Strongbox With Brass Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
sofa or at the foot of the bed. It will not cease to impress.
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Antique 1880s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

Museum Quality Antique William Birch Adolf Loos Knieschwimmer Lounge Armchair
By William Birch
Located in GB
to be original velour, the chair itself dates to the 1880’s and it comes with three spare buttons
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Raimundo de Madrazo Y Garreta Palatial Oil on Canvas
By Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Madrazo, 1880' (lower left). At the bottom center of the impressive frame there is a gilded, wooden
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Antique 1880s Spanish Rococo Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

19th Century English Mahogany Settee, Chair and Rocker - Set of Three
Located in Louisville, KY
. Dimensions--------------------- Couch: 52"w x 26"d x 33.5"h Seat: 18"h / Arm Height: 26.5"h Seats: 3 Chair
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Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century Italian Window Benches or Settees
Located in Rome, IT
residence Sofa measurements: Height 70 Width 74 cm Depth 50 cm Seat height 48 cm.
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Benches

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century Italian Gilt-Wood Window Benches or Settees
Located in Rome, IT
residence Sofa measurements: Height 70 Width 74 cm Depth 50 cm Seat height 48 cm.
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Benches

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century Italian Window Benches or Settees
Located in Rome, IT
residence Sofa measurements: Height 70 Width 74 cm Depth 50 cm Seat height 48 cm.
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Benches

Materials

Giltwood

Distressed Antique Caucasian Kazak Tribal Rug, Wide Hallway Runner
Located in Dallas, TX
, sitting room, sunroom or it would make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa
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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Victorian Wood & Brass Adjustable Reading Day Bed by John Carter Of London
Located in High Wycombe, GB
, London from the 1880's. Carter produced all manner of reading tables, chairs, couches, beds and bath
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chaise Longues

Materials

Brass

Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible Art Nouveau price of 2 Sofa Armchairs Material: Wood, reupholstered with springs and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Club Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut
Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut
H 43.31 in W 42.13 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Lanterns in the Style of Jeane Royere, France
By Jean Royère
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Royère redecorated his mother’s Paris apartment. The star of his grand redo? A rotund sofa called Boule
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Iron

"Dolly (I Love you!), " Original Color Lithograph Poster by the Clérice Frères
By Clerice Frères
Located in Milwaukee, WI
red couch with his arms thrown emphatically in the air. In the background, the jazz band plays
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1920s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Antique Quality Victorian circa 1880 Burr Walnut Aesthetic Sofa
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality Victorian circa 1880 burr walnut Aesthetic sofa. A wonderful rare quality period
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

A 19th Century French Two Seater Sofa
Located in London, GB
A whimsical two seater sofa, caved wooden structure with "Toile de Jouy" Hand printed fabric
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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

A 19th Century French Two Seater Sofa
A 19th Century French Two Seater Sofa
H 17.72 in W 51.19 in D 26.78 in
Le pont d' Entreveaux
Located in EUS, FR
Sans cadre Signature en bas à droite Titré et contresigné au dos BIOGRAPHIE Primitif Bono (1880
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1930s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1880'S 1890 SOFA IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19 THC SOFA WITH GREAT SCALE AND FORM WITH BEAUTIFUL HAND CARVED FEET. DOWN AND FEATHER CUSHION AND
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Antique 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Wood, Linen

c.1880 Antique French Military Cot Turned Console or Sofa Table
Located in Chicago, IL
fantastic sofa table, or in the library as a catch all table. This table exudes rustic charm.
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Antique 19th Century French Sofa Tables

FRENCH CANABET - SOFA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three seater couch. Reholpholstered.
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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut

FRENCH  CANABET  -  SOFA
FRENCH  CANABET  -  SOFA
W 77 in D 31 in
Howard & Sons ‘Grantley’ Sofa
By Howard and Sons
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Original 19th century Howard & Sons ‘Grantley’ Sofa, circa 1880. With high out-swept armrests
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Antique 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Howard & Sons ‘Grantley’ Sofa
Howard & Sons ‘Grantley’ Sofa
H 34.26 in W 80.71 in L 34.26 in
Howard & Sons Baring Sofa
By Howard and Sons
Located in Conwy, GB
A complete and original example of one of the most attractive sofas Howard produced. A siege de
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Antique Late 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Howard & Sons Baring Sofa
Howard & Sons Baring Sofa
H 29.5 in W 71.7 in D 32 in
Late 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Newly upholstered 1880's birdseye maple Biedermeier sofa with architectural legs and arm detail
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Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Maple, Birdseye Maple

Late 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa
Late 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa
H 37 in W 89 in D 27.25 in
Antique English Chesterfield Sofa by Howard and Sons c1880 (INC UPHOLSTERY
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A Large country house English chesterfield sofa by Howard & sons - London. Raised on Howard's
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Chesterfield Sofa by Howard and Sons c1880 (INC UPHOLSTERY)
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A Large country house English chesterfield sofa by Howard & sons - London. Raised on Howard's
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Chesterfield Sofa by Howard and Sons c1880 (INC UPHOLSTERY)
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A Large country house English chesterfield sofa by Howard & sons - London. Raised on Howard's
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Six Piece Salon Suite 19th C
Located in London, GB
suite, comprising a sofa, a pair of fauteuil armchairs, a pair of side chairs and a center table, circa
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Antique 1880s French Empire Sofas

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Empire Revival Mahogany Three-Piece Salon Suite 19th C
Located in London, GB
a sofa and a pair of armchairs, circa 1880 in date. It has been crafted from fabulous solid
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Antique 1880s French Empire Sofas

Materials

Ormolu

Four Piece Tufted French Bourne
Located in Stamford, CT
Four piece button tufted bourne. Two pieces 51" wide x 26" deep. Two pieces are 35" wide x 27" deep.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

Four Piece Tufted French Bourne
Four Piece Tufted French Bourne
H 32 in W 80 in D 63 in
Four Piece Bourne
Located in Stamford, CT
Napoleon III four piece button tufted bourne.
Two individual pieces: 51w 26d
Two individual pieces: 35w 27d
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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Four Piece Bourne
Four Piece Bourne
H 32 in W 80 in D 63 in
Two-Seater Velvet Canapé by Maison Jansen, with Bronze Accents and Passementerie
By Maison Jansen
Located in Lisboa, PT
of the sofa can be tilted. It's structure is of solid hood. Dimensions: 1,90m long, 0.83 cm depth
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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1880 S Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1880 s sofa for your home. A 1880 s sofa — often made from wood, fabric and mahogany — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a 1880 s sofa — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1880 s sofa made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. A well-made 1880 s sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Chesterfield, B&B Italia and Antonio Citterio are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1880 S Sofa?

A 1880 s sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,800, while the lowest priced sells for $331 and the highest can go for as much as $22,789.
Questions About 1880 S Sofa
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A horsehair sofa is a piece of furniture large enough to sit two or three people side by side. The term horsehair refers to the fact that its upholstery is fabric made from wefts of hair from a horse's tail. On 1stDibs, shop a range of horsehair sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Togo sofa is a piece of furniture designed by Michel Ducaroy. The sofa features an ergonomic design with a simple square back, a plush seat and open arm-less sides. Upholstery shows off pleats or button tufting. Shop a range of Togo sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A sofa and loveseat are two different pieces of seating furniture. The size is the most significant distinction between a loveseat and a sofa. Sofas are bigger and available in a variety of lengths, though the conventional three-cushion seat is one of the most popular. Loveseats, on the other hand, are significantly smaller and often only seat two persons. The second significant comparison between the two is the function of the seat. Sofas are bigger and hence more suited to lounging and socializing. You may sprawl out on a sofa or gather a group of friends to speak or watch a movie. Loveseats are more useful in small spaces where a larger sofa would be too large. Find a collection of antique and vintage loveseats as well as sofas today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The sturdiest sofa is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, the materials of the frame greatly impact the sturdiness of a sofa. Kiln-dried hardwoods are often more durable than softer woods and engineered wood materials. Pieces featuring dowel construction, corner blocks and metal-bracketed joints are usually stronger than ones assembled with staples, nails and glue. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage and antique sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wingback sofa or chair has extensions from the back that wrap around the sides partially creating a sort of wing that branches out of the back. Often the wings extend down and then form the arms of the chair or sofa, but not always. Shop a collection of wingback furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    A bumper sofa is a sofa with a specific design. Usually part of a larger sectional sofa, it is a long chaise with an extended armrest. The design of the bumper sofa makes it possible for a single person to sit with their legs stretched out along the chaise or for multiple people to sit on the chaise with their feet on the floor, using the armrest as a backrest. Shop a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 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.