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Eva Danish Buffalo Leather Sofa by Stouby
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in PEGO, ES
Vintage Three-seater EVA model Buffalo leather sofa, design by Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik from
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Marzio Cecchi Brown Buffalo Leather Sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Marzio Cecchi; Brown; Buffalo; Leather; Sofa; Italy; 1970s; Italian Design; Postmodern; Architect
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
By Knoll, Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 77.5 in D 29 in
Olive Colored Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Model Ds-12 by De Sede, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Denventer, NL
Original and rare 3-seater buffalo leather sofa DS-12 produced by De Sede Switzerland, 1970s. The 3
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 26.78 in W 86.62 in D 32.29 in
De Sede Dark Brown Buffalo Leather 2-Seater "DS-47" Model Sofa 1970 Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in The Hague, NL
Two-seater extendable dark brown/black heavy Buffalo leather sofa designed and manufactured by De
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 69 in W 175 in D 80 in
Marzio Cecchi Transformable Sofa in Buffalo Leather
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marzio Cecchi three-seat sofa, buffalo leather, chromed metal, metal, Italy, 1970s
In the dynamic
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Danish Two Seater Sofa in Grey Buffalo Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa or settee, buffalo leather, metal, Denmark, 1960s.
This sofa originates from Denmark and is
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1970s Highback Leather Sectional Sofa in Cognac Buffalo Leather
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Germany
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1970s
Materials: Buffalo Leather
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede D S - 47 Buffalo Leather Loveseat Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Hudson, NY
uncoated buffalo hide. Extremely soft and comfortable, the sofa extends and reclines.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Cognac Buffalo Leather Durlet Three Seater Sofa
By Durlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century natural leather streamline three seater sofa. Large and comfy natural leather sofa with
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS47 sofa set buffalo leather Switzerland 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The DS-47 sofa takes us back to the beginning of De Sede, where 'they say' a skin was thrown over a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
70s Sofa by De Sede Model DS-61 Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
of cognac coloured buffalo leather with a wonderful patina.
Quality features:
Very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Desede Ds 44 Three Seat Extendable Sofa In Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Switzerland
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: De Sede
Era: 1970s
Materials: Buffalo Leather
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ds 44 three seat sofa in buffalo leather by desede
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Switzerland
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: De Sede
Era: 1970s
Materials: Buffalo Leather
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Madsen & Schubell Buffalo Leather & Suede Sectional Corner Sofa
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Norwalk, CT
team of Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell. Finished in luxurious brown suede and buffalo leather for a
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Suede, Beech
Gray Buffalo Leather 2-Seater Sofa with Solid Wood Base, 1990s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage 2-seater sofa made of high-quality gray (faded black) buffalo leather with solid pine (I
Category
20th Century European Minimalist Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell 'Ilona' Sofa with Buffalo Leather and Sky Blue Fabric
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Norell for Norell Möbel, two-seat 'Ilona' sofa, buffalo leather, fabric and beech, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Beech
De sede ds 44 three seat extendable sofa in buffalo leather
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Switzerland
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: De Sede
Era: 1970s
Materials: Buffalo Leather
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-84 sofa in taupe buffalo leather, 1970s, from Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful De Sede sofa, model DS-84, in taupe buffalo leather, made in Switzerland in the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Design Marzio Cecchi Three-seater Sofa in Brown Buffalo Leather, 1970s
By Marzio Cecchi
Located in Renens, CH
An exceptional three seater sofa, executed in thick and very heavy buffalo hide; the aged leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 37.41 in
Two-Seat ‘DS-47’ Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
‘DS-47’ Two-Seat Sofa in Buffalo Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
DIMENSIONS: 69"W x 33"D x
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
De Sede Ds46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional sofa-Living room set in Patinated Cognac Brown Buffalo Leather, Switzerland
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 27.96 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
De Sede DS-84 Three seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS84 three seat sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's – Where
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 32.29 in W 72.84 in D 34.26 in
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Strong Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
Original
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 27.96 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
De Sede Ds46 Sectional Sofa-Livingroomset in Buffalo Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS46 Sectional sofa-Living room set in Patinated Cognac Brown Buffalo Leather, Switzerland
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 27.96 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
De Sede DS-84 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the De Sede DS84 Sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's - Where Luxury Meets
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 31.5 in W 55.91 in D 34.26 in
De Sede DS-84 3 and 2 seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare model: Introducing the De Sede DS84 three and two seat sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 31.89 in W 72.84 in D 34.26 in
De Sede Brown Buffalo Leather Three Seater, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
leather designs and iconic sofa and armchairs.
Fully upholstered in soft brown buffalo leather, this
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s De Sede Ds47 Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
De Sede DS47 Black Leather Sofa. Sofa has an extendable seat for more sitting depth. De Sede is
Category
20th Century Swiss Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Pagoda DS-19A In Brown Buffalo Leather, 1973
By De Sede
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic De Sede Pagoda two seater sofa in brown buffalo neck leather, Switzerland 1973. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Striped Brown Orange Leather Sofa, 1990s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage striped sofa made of high-quality buffalo leather. A statement piece with a matching
Category
20th Century German Minimalist Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Skipper Mobler Leather and Rosewood Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Skipper Mobler Rosewood Box sofa with high quality Buffalo leather. Unique cushion designs creates
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
luxury with its high-quality brown buffalo leather, showcasing the renowned craftsmanship and comfort
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Leather Ds46 Modular Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century thick Buffalo neck leather sofas by Desede consisting of 4 elements. 2 elements form a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sofa 'Illona' in Yellow Leather by Arne Norell, 1968
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa 'Illona' for two in mustard colored buffalo leather with a structure made of birch wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Leather
Danish Modern Ekornes Stressless Buckingham Leather High Back Reclining Sofa
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Buffalo, NY
avail to New York City or anywhere from Buffalo NY.
Category
1990s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 40.6 in W 92.5 in D 32.5 in
Erasmo leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
Erasmo sofa in a very rare buffalo
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Montis “The Rock” Sofa In Brown Leather By Gerard Van Den Berg, 1970s
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
-buffalo leather upholstery.
This very high quality leather is thick but supple and comfortable.
It is the
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 46.07 in W 59.85 in D 35.83 in
Stunning patinated DS 125 leather sofa by Gerd Lange for De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stylish DS-125 sofa in his original thick brown buffalo leather! What a patina!
Designed by Gerd
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 31.5 in
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A.
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Buffalo, NY
BraziLIAN Rosewood and White Leather Sofa by Jean Gillon for Probel S.A... Classic Modernist 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Rich patinated DS-47 sofa's in original leather by Team De Sede - De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Highly comfortable, indestructible DS-47 sofa in a stunning, thick patinated buffalo neck leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28.75 in W 53.55 in D 37.01 in
Two Mario Bellini Sofas Model 'Le Bambole' for B&B Italia in brown leather 1977
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Köln, NRW
Mario Bellini für B&B Italia, Sofas "Le Bambole", leather Alfa, Italien, 1977
This set from 1977
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 27.56 in W 70.08 in D 36.62 in
Sofa Model Ds-44 by Desede from the 1970s, Original Leather Cover, Made in Swiss
Located in Neuss, NW
buffalo leather and coarse stitching. The seat squab of the three-seater can be enlarged with a simple
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 27.56 in W 74.41 in D 35.04 in
DURLET Three seat Sofa, 1970s
By Durlet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Durlet sofa, three seater Belgium 1970s. Classic lines, premium buffalo leather the seating
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
3-seatet ”kontiki” sofa by Arne Norell
Located in Genarp, SE
3-seater sofa ”Kontiki” designed by Arne Norell in original buffalo leather. Produced by Arne
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Midcentury Swedish Sofa "Merkur" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
quality. It is upholstered in cognac colored buffalo leather with a beautiful natural patina.
Condition
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Midcentury Swedish Sofa "Merkur" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
quality. It is upholstered in cognac colored buffalo leather with a beautiful natural patina.
Condition
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Arne Norell Sofa Model Merkur, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
stained beech legs and brown buffalo leather. Great vintage condition with small signs of usage and patina.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS12 Modular Sofa from de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Ranst, VAN
This exquisite vintage sofa, upholstered in dark brown buffalo neck leather, presents the DS12
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede 'DS-46' Modular Sofa, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in thick dark buffalo leather. Heavy individual pieces that can be re-positioned and re-arranged to
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Montréal, QC
buffalo brown leather - polyurethane foam interior with metal frame.
In good vintage condition, sofa has
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare 2-seated sofa "Kontiki" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Genarp, SE
Design Arne Norell 1970´s
Made by Norell Möbler, Sweden
Buffalo leather, stained beech, leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Swedish Sofas "Merkur" by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Karlstad, SE
high quality. They are upholstered in cognac colored buffalo leather with a beautiful natural patina
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Sofa and Easy Chair Model DS-44 by De Sede in Switzerland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa and easy chair model DS-44 in thick buffalo leather with nice patina. Produced by De Sede
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Danish Brown Leather Chairs by Madsen & Schubell
By Madsen & Schubell
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
sofa is upholstered throughout in genuine textured Buffalo leather, which is Brown in colour.
The
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Ds 50 Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid-Century Modern leather armchair model DS50 with ottoman by Desede.
This beautiful buffalo
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Midcentury De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(2) Sections midcentury De Sede DS46 sofa loveseat Cognac buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28 in W 74 in D 37 in
Mid century De Sede Ds46 Loveseat Sofa Cognac Buffalo Leather Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(2) Sections mid century De Sede DS 46 sofa loveseat Cognac buffalo leather Switzerland circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28 in W 74 in D 37 in
Danish Mid Century Buffalo Hide Leather Sofa By Mogens Hansen Circa 1960's
By Mogens Hansen
Located in Hudson, NY
Luxurious buffalo hide leather sofa with darker piping accents by Mogens Hansen. This sofa features
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.5 in W 81.5 in D 32 in
Arne Norell 1970s Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Buffalo Leather with Chrome Base
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A sofa in chocolate brown buffalo leather and chrome base with fabulous whipstitch trim, designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Chrome
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Buffalo Leather Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the buffalo leather sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each buffalo leather sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect buffalo leather sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A buffalo leather sofa made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made buffalo leather sofa over the years, but those crafted by De Sede, Leolux and Arne Norell are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Buffalo Leather Sofa?
Prices for a buffalo leather sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $19,800, while the average can fetch as much as $4,895.
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.
Questions About Buffalo Leather Sofa
- What is genuine buffalo leather?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Genuine buffalo leather is a material produced by tanning the hide of buffalo or bison. The addition of the word "genuine" just indicates that the leather is authentic and not a man-made look-alike. You'll find a range of buffalo leather furniture and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Can I dye a leather sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, you can dye a leather sofa. To do so, you must typically begin by sanding down the upholstery, oiling it and then applying dye. Because there is a risk that you could damage your sofa, you may wish to enlist the help of a professional upholsterer or furniture repair expert. Find a variety of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different types of leather that are great for sofas - royalin, full grain and top grain leather. In terms of style and comfort, it really comes down to a matter of preference. You’ll find a variety of leather sofa options from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best type of leather for a sofa is top grain leather, which is smooth, supple and the most expensive. Top grain has two grades — aniline, which is most natural and semi-aniline, which may be coated with a protective top coat. You can also have top grain leather that is pigmented. If you are looking for some contemporary, vintage and antique leather sofas, you can visit 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell if a sofa is real leather, run your hand along the upholstery. With real leather, you're likely to feel an uneven or bumpy underlayer due to the natural characteristics of the material. By comparison, man-made leather will usually feel perfectly smooth. The appearance of the leather can also be a giveaway. Natural leather will usually show off variations in its grain, while faux leather will typically have a regular repeated pattern. If you're still uncertain after completing an inspection yourself, consult a certified appraiser or experienced furniture dealer for assistance. Explore a large selection of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Full-grain and top-grain leather are both good quality-leathers for sofas. Full-grain leather consists of the full hide, making it durable yet supple and visually appealing. Top-grain leather is more economically priced and has the outermost layer of the hide sanded and buffed away, giving it a smoother texture and less of a visible grain. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021When choosing a leather sofa, it's important to consider the material's quality, especially if you're looking for an enduring item. Top-grain calfskin leather, for instance, is more durable and simpler to maintain than corrected-grain leather. Top-grain leather also softens with age and develops a unique sheen. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether a leather sofa is a good investment depends on a variety of factors. The materials and quality of craftsmanship will affect how long a piece lasts, but how you care for and use it will also impact longevity. Forward-thinking design and sensuous materials are the hallmarks of 1970s-era leather seating, which feels as sexy, comfortable and radical today as it did in its heyday. Through joint research with several forward-looking furniture manufacturers into state-of-the-art industrial processes, designers of the original leather-clad beanbag chair Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro explored ways of employing polyurethane foam to serve as both cushion and structure, offering a whole new range of seating concepts. There is likely a leather sofa in everyone’s budget, but taking care of your investment is important. Unlike upholstery, the color of the leather sofa you choose won’t make a difference when it comes to regular maintenance. A damp cloth can be used to remove dust, for example. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024To tell a good-quality leather sofa, examine its details closely. The highest-end pieces will usually feature full-grain leather, which refers to a strong and durable grade of leather that retains its original grain surface (hair and imperfections are removed). What type of fill is present inside the cushions also impacts the quality, with spring seats with felt and wool and high-grade foam being featured in the best sofas. Finally, frames will typically be produced out of sturdy materials like wood and feature strong joints. Explore a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How long a leather sofa should last depends on its construction and materials. You can get a good idea of how long a particular sofa will last by looking at its warranty. Often, the leather upholstery wears out on a sofa before the frame. Find a range of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Burgundy pairs well with grey, turquoise, golden yellow, and umber. In addition, the warm-green tone contrasts beautifully with the burgundy leather furnishings. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage and antique leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best choice for a wall color that goes with a caramel sofa depends on your preferences. Caramel is a mellow hue that embraces a diverse variety of color combinations. Some of the choices that may add to the visual appeal of your caramel sofa are beige, bluish pink, orange and teal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary leather sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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