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Custom Upholstered French 1940s Sofa
By Edition Modern
Located in New York, NY
Sofa purchased from Edition Modern, French 1940s Style. Recently Custom Upholstered in new Holly
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Italian 1940s Sofa By Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Dublin, GB
This is one of Ulrichs most outstanding sofa designs.
This particular sofa was part of Joseph
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Ludvig Pontoppidan 1940s Sofa In Azure Wool
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Ludvig Pontoppidan
Manufacturer: Ludvig Pontoppidan
Era: 1940s
Materials
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Wool
Italian 1940s Sofa Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in London, GB
A beautiful long sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, the master of Italian classicism. This sofa
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wood
1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
permanent designer at Artifort furniture.
1940s - Netherlands
The chairs are beautiful made with
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Japanese Antique Large Low Table 1900s-1940s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
board and legs can be split.
The furniture is from the early Showa period (1900s-1940s).
The board is
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sofa Tables
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Danish Midcentury 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 29 in
1940s Curved Sofa
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large 1940s sofa, in a generous, curved design. Round, chunky wooden legs, bouclé fabric upholstery
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Fritz Hansen Attributed 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Fritz Hansen sofa designed by Soren Hansen in the company's characteristic style of
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish 1940s Sofa in Lambswool with Armrests in Carved Elm by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of semi-open armrests
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Elm, Wool
H 32.25 in W 66.25 in D 29 in
1950s Restored 3/4 3-Strand Pretzel Rattan Living Room Set- 3 Pieces
Located in Van Nuys, CA
matching ottoman. Reminiscent of the sofas done by Paul Frankl in the 1940s.
Sofa: 28" Tall X 74" Wide X
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Two-Seater Sofa by Otto Schulz 'Attr.' for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
history.
The design of this 1940s sofa combines function and aesthetics, keeping the form in service of
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa. Classic elegant form with colorful velvet upholstery. Birch legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
1940's Ludvig Pontoppidan Sofa
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Wonderful sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, 1940’s Denmark. Refurbished and reupholstered in a beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Wood
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Danish Curved Sofa. Red velvet upholstery. Beech wood legs.
Delivery to NYC area available
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
1940's French Upholstered Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
The 1940s French Upholstered Sofa epitomizes the epitome of sophistication and timeless elegance
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Danish Mahogany Sofa, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Henningsen (1889–1965), c. 1940's. Both the proprietor of a furniture-making workshop with a team of
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940's
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Örebro, SE
Rare Swedish modern sofa with lovely shape, by Carl Malmsten ca -1940's.
Good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Slagelse Danish Sculpted Mohair Banana Sofa, c. 1940's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Norwalk, CT
Sofa, brought to life in the 1940s by the renowned Slagelse. This exquisite piece effortlessly
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Mohair
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa, lambswool. 1940's
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A model 1669 sofa by Fritz Hansen in the style of Mogens Lassen which can seat three comfortably. A
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Beech, Teak
Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Norwalk, CT
history, luxury, and artistry, this Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa from the 1940s is
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
1940s Italian Sycamore Sofa
By Gio Ponti
Located in Cathedral City, CA
1940s Italian sofa sycamore frame and brass detail in the style of Gio Ponti.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Danish Loveseat or Small Sofa with Open Elmwood Armrests, 1940's
By Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique pair of Danish 1940s lounge chair with nicely carved armrest in blond
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Elm
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambskin Sofa, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambskin.
Legs of beech.
Made in the 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Beech
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa Lambwool Sofa, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish cabinetmaker banana sofa new upholstered with lambwool.
Legs of beech.
Made in the 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Lambskin, Beech
1940's ENGLISH HAND DYED RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
original 1940’s Whisky brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 31.89 in W 68.12 in D 34.85 in
Otto Schulz or John Kãrnhage, Sofa, Sweden 1940's
By Otto Schulz
Located in Säffle, SE
Lovely shaped Sofa from early 20th mid-century.
The sofa is attributed to both Otto Schulz and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Double seat sofa. France, 1940s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Two seats sofa. France, 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Bouclé
Finnish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Sofa
Located in London, GB
Finnish Cabinetmaker
Curved sofa, 1940s.
Curved sofa produced in Finland in the 1940s. The
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Elm
Osvaldo Borsani sofa, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Arredamenti Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Originating from Italy in the 1940s, the aesthetically refined sofa designed by renowned Italian
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Modern Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the 1940s, where functionalism was replaced by a freer and more artistic ideal. Swedish Modern
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful sofa produced in Denmark, 1940s, designer unknown.
Professionally reupholstered in high
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin
Two-Seat Sofa, France, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa with a white-washed wooden base with classical rosette carvings and tapered legs
Category
Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1940s Swedish Curved Sheepskin Sofa
Located in London, GB
Sweeping curved sofa designed and produced in the early 1940s. The legs are refinished stained elm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Comfortable sofa in velvet, designed and made in Denmark 1940s. Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Blue Velvet Banana Sofa, 1940s
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Curved Sofa, 1940s.
Banana shaped curved sofa in blue velvet, made in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1940s Art Deco Curved Banana Sofa
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Danish Art Deco Banana Sofa from 1940s.
This beautiful three-seater sofa recalls the Art Deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Hollywood Regency Two Piece Sofa, 1940s
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Hamburg, PA
exceptional sofa is reminiscent of the designs of Dorothy Draper from the 1940s. The frame is solid and
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Curved Boucle Sofa
Located in London, GB
Danish cabinetmaker
Curved sofa, 1940s.
Curved sofa produced in Denmark in the 1940s. The
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Danish Curved Couch Sofa Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s for Reupholstery
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Curved couch or sofa in Fritz Hansen style from the 1940´s.
The feets are made of dark stained
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940's curved sofa for Boman Oy
By Carl-Johan Boman, Boman OY
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Carl-Johan Boman Finnish 1940's curved sofa, a classic piece of Scandinavian modern
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and green velvet sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1940s Italian Newly Upholstered Two Seat Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage sofa made in Italy in the 1940's. Completely restored, newly upholstered in quality
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown velvet and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Seat height 16”
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white bouclé fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Designer, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Seat height: 14.75”
Category
Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Josef Frank, Sofa, Fabric, Mahogany, Sweden, 1940s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
An earl mahogany and floral fabric sofa, Model 703, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and grey beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
16” seat height
Category
Vintage 1940s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in High Point, NC
A purple velvet and birch sofa, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
A stained mahogany and yellow horsehair fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Frits
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Mahogany and velvet two seats sofa, 1940s.
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Lisboa, PT
Two seats mahogany, cotton velvet covered sofa in the style of Jean-Michel Frank. France, 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Bertil Söderberg 1
Located in High Point, NC
A stained beech and green fabric two-seater sofa or settee, designed by Bertil Söderberg and
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Fine Sofa Table by Frits Henningsen 1940s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine sofa table with 4 drawers (2 each side) and brass shoes and handles. Produced by the famous
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Spokeback Sofa, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful sofa, manufactured in Scandinavia in the 1940s.
The elegant shape of the backrest is
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
This 1940s Frits Henningsen sofa is newly reupholstered in an ivory-white bouclé from Schumacher
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany
Swedish Three-Seater Conversation Sofa, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Swedish three-seater sofa recalls the distinctive curves of the Art Deco period
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Upholstered Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the era’s furniture design, and therefore of this three-seater sofa as well.
This Danish banana
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Curved Danish Sofa in Olive Velour
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1940s
Materials: Velour
Measurements
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
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Questions About 1940s Couch
- What is a sectional couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
- What is a modular couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a cloud couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
- What is a studio couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A studio couch is a multifunctional sofa often used in small spaces, such as single-room studio apartments. It usually features a backless design and an adjustable frame. By sliding the frame, a user can convert the sofa into a double bed, so they can sit and sleep on a single piece of furniture. Find a large selection of sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Turkish couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024A Turkish couch is a long, low sofa, usually composed of a very thick mattress-like cushion and a wooden frame. Some styles feature arms like traditional sofas, while others are armless. You may sometimes see this type of furniture referred to as a divan. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of couches.
- What is a camelback couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
- What is an infinity couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
- What is a vinyl couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- Will a firm couch break in?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Yes, a firm couch will usually break in. As you use a couch, its padding gradually softens. How long the process will take depends on the type of padding present in the couch and how frequently you sit on your new piece. Shop a large selection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
For a couch subjected to everyday use, it is best to use a highly durable fabric such as cotton or linen.
- How long should couches last?1 Answer
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The difference between a davenport and a couch comes down to special features. A couch or sofa is an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two or more people, while a davenport is a large couch or sofa that can be used as a bed or one that folds out into a bed.
A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.
In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.
Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024There is no single longest-lasting couch. Many makers produce couches capable of standing the test of time when cared for properly. Generally, some signs of a durable couch include quality full-grain or top-grain leather upholstery, sturdy frame construction and high-quality fill such as spring systems or high-density premium foams. Explore a diverse assortment of couches on 1stDibs.
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