1950s Sofa Upholstery
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century Italian Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Silk
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech, Fabric, Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century British Chippendale Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech, Wool, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Ash
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
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Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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