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Aksel Bender Madsen Sofa in Checkered Fabric, Oak and Teak
By Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Aksel Bender Madsen, sofa, fabric, oak, teak, Denmark, 1960s The designer of this sofa is Aksel
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

The Cube Sofa - Sofa Slim Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Sofa Slim Set - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Sofa Slim Set
The Cube Sofa - Sofa Slim Set
H 28 in W 40 in D 102 in
The Cube Sofa - Sofa Lounge Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Sofa Lounge Set - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Sofa Lounge Set
The Cube Sofa - Sofa Lounge Set
H 28 in W 40 in D 120 in
"Bovenkamp" Wingback Sofa Design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s
By Aksel Bender Madsen, Bovenkamp
Located in Delft, NL
"Bovenkamp" Wingback sofa design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s The wingback sofa, designed by
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

The Cube Sofa - Sofa Lounge with Ottoman
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Trio
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Slim Trio - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Trio
The Cube Sofa - Slim Trio
H 28 in W 40 in D 66 in
The Cube Sofa - Slim Caterpillar
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Slim Caterpillar - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Caterpillar
The Cube Sofa - Slim Caterpillar
H 28 in W 40 in D 132 in
The Cube Sofa - Corners & Slims
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Corners & Slims - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corners & Slims
The Cube Sofa - Corners & Slims
H 28 in W 102 in D 102 in
The Cube Sofa - Lounge Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Lounge Set - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Lounge Set
The Cube Sofa - Lounge Set
H 28 in W 40 in D 80 in
The Cube Sofa - Cube Ottoman
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Cube Ottoman - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art meets
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Cube Ottoman
The Cube Sofa - Cube Ottoman
H 16 in W 40 in D 40 in
The Cube Sofa - Ottoman Mix Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Ottoman Mix Sectional - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Ottoman Mix Sectional
The Cube Sofa - Ottoman Mix Sectional
H 28 in W 120 in D 120 in
The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Corner Lounge Set - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Set
The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Set
H 28 in W 40 in D 80 in
The Cube Sofa - U-Shape Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
U-Shape Sectional - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - U-Shape Sectional
The Cube Sofa - U-Shape Sectional
H 28 in W 80 in D 160 in
The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corner Slim Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Corner Slim Sectional - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corner Slim Sectional
The Cube Sofa - Corner Slim Sectional
H 28 in W 124 in D 124 in
The Cube Sofa - Low Lounge Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Low Lounge Sectional - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Low Lounge Sectional
The Cube Sofa - Low Lounge Sectional
H 28 in W 80 in D 160 in
The Cube Sofa - Cube Lounge Seat
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Cube Lounge Seat - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Cube Lounge Seat
The Cube Sofa - Cube Lounge Seat
H 28 in W 40 in D 40 in
The Cube Sofa - Cube Corner Seat
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Cube Corner Seat - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Cube Corner Seat
The Cube Sofa - Cube Corner Seat
H 28 in W 40 in D 40 in
The Cube Sofa - Lounge + Ottoman Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Lounge + Ottoman Set - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Ottoman
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Slim Cube Ottoman - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Ottoman
The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Ottoman
H 16 in W 40 in D 22 in
The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Lounge
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Slim Cube Lounge - Inspired by 70s Italian Luxury Furniture Discover The Cube Sofa, where art
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Lounge
The Cube Sofa - Slim Cube Lounge
H 28 in W 40 in D 22 in
The Cube Sofa - Corner Full Mix Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Mix Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Low Mix Ottoman Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Slim Lounge Ottoman Set
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

The Cube Sofa - Corner Lounge Ottoman Mix Sectional
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
in Los Angeles at Bend Goods very own upholstery factory. The Nanda Sofa is completely different from
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Chenille

Yellow Corduroy Four-Seater Sofa by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen
By Willy Beck, Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in London, GB
A four-seater sofa designed by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen, produced by master cabinet-maker
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Teak

B&B Italia Two Piece "Bend" Sofa by Patricia Urquiola, 2010, off White, Signed
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Kansas City, MO
"Bend" sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, 2010. This example was purchased five
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

A. Madsen & H. Schubell Wingback Sofa Bovenkamp Green the Netherlands, 1960
By Bovenkamp, Madsen & Schubell
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic shaped sofa designed by Arnold Madsen & Henri Schubell for Bovenkamp, The Netherlands
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

A. Madsen & H. Schubell Wingback sofa in cream Bovenkamp The Netherlands 1960
By Bovenkamp, Madsen & Schubell
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic shaped sofa designed by Arnold Madsen & Henri Schubell for Bovenkamp, The Netherlands
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

2 Seats Sofa /Settee in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
Beautiful and original vintage sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofa
Located in Huntington, NY
the baluster-shaped back trays and spines. Outward bending arms with hand-turned ends frame the sofa
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofa
18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofa
H 39 in W 66 in D 22 in
18th Century Swedish Late Baroque Sofa
Located in Huntington, NY
A Swedish Baroque sofa with outward bending arms and hand-turned ends. The arched back crowns have
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

18th Century Swedish Late Baroque Sofa
18th Century Swedish Late Baroque Sofa
H 43.75 in W 80 in D 28.5 in
Blue Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue Cosmo sofa by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W195, D85, H85, Seat45 Materials: Pine and beech
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Copper, Iron

Blue Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
Blue Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
H 33.47 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
Gray Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Gray Cosmo sofa by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W 195, D 85, H 85, Seat45 Materials:Pine and beech
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Copper, Iron

Gray Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
Gray Cosmo Sofa by Pepe Albargues
H 33.47 in W 76.78 in D 33.47 in
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Wool Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Berga Mobler, sofa, beech, wool, Denmark, 1940s. This bold and curvy sofa is based on a solid
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Wool Upholstery
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Wool Upholstery
H 32.68 in W 68.9 in D 32.29 in
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
, or sitting cosily in a corner, enjoy the relaxation and comfort offered by this beautiful, sleek sofa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz
H 29.14 in W 98.43 in D 31.89 in
Scandinavian Sofa with Sculptural Frame in Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leatherette, stained wood, Scandinavia, 1960s This sofa embodies a splendid construction
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
, or sitting cosily in a corner, enjoy the relaxation and comfort offered by this beautiful, sleek sofa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa  by Khodi Feiz
H 29.14 in W 98.43 in D 31.89 in
Hans Olsen Sofa in Black Leather and Teak
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Hans Olsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
seat sofa is designed by the Dane Hans Olsen for Brande. The sofa is executed in black leather that has
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Hans Olsen Sofa in Black Leather and Teak
Hans Olsen Sofa in Black Leather and Teak
H 29.53 in W 92.92 in D 30.91 in
Reupholstered Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame and White Upholstery
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
In the manner of Viggo Boesen, sofa, fabric Gabriel 'Savak', stained beech, Denmark, 1940s This
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa in Grey by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
, or sitting cosily in a corner, enjoy the relaxation and comfort offered by this beautiful, sleek sofa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage floral sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of Paolo
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

De Pas D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta Sofa Model ‘Onda’
By Zanotta, Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi for Zanotta, sofa, model 'Onda', leather, chrome, Italy, 1985 Rounded
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Fine Antique Victorian Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa Oak Lions Hairy Paw Feet
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
sits behind your knee at the bend, on this sofa it is fully coil sprung so when you sit up or down
Category

Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design 3 Seat Sofa by Dux, Denmark, 1960's
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
designed and formed three seater sofa. Teak wood formed and bend arm and back top rest with a more recent
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Set of Two, Two-Seat Sofa’s in Leather by Mogens Hansen, Denmark, 1960s
By Mogens Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
These exceptional aubergine colored sofas from the sixties are made to the very high standard
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Dedar Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Scarlet Splendour, Nika Zupanc
Located in Kolkata, IN
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Dedar Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc is a single seater sofa with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Vintage De Sede DS-600 Modular Sofa
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, De Sede
Located in Surbiton, GB
by it's small modular seating elements joined by hidden zips and hinges which allow the sofa to bend
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage De Sede DS-600 Modular Sofa
Vintage De Sede DS-600 Modular Sofa
H 29.53 in W 203.55 in D 39.38 in
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Green Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Scarlet Splendour, Nika Zupanc
Located in Kolkata, IN
3 Seat Sofa with Plush Green Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc Nika Zupanc, a strikingly renowned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Pink Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Nika Zupanc, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Pink Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc makes a pretty picture in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Gray Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Nika Zupanc, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Gray Velvet and Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc has timeless appeal in light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Black Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Gold Dedar Velvet and Rose Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Nika Zupanc, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Gold Dedar Velvet and Rose Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc is a single-seat sofa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Schiefer Fabric by Hugo de Ruiter
By De Sede, Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Black Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Perla Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Schiefer Fabric by Hugo de Ruiter
By De Sede, Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Perla Upholstery by Hugo de Ruiter
By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the swiveling metal sheets, a high-quality plastic sheet that can bend in all desired curves now
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Green Velvet and Rose Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc
By Nika Zupanc, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Green Velvet and Rose Gold Arms by Nika Zupanc. Nika Zupanc, a strikingly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal the bend sofa for your home. A the bend sofa — often made from metal, wood and steel — can elevate any home. Find 24 options for an antique or vintage the bend sofa now, or shop our selection of 53 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the the bend sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each the bend sofa bearing mid-century modern, modern or folk art hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made the bend sofa over the years, but those crafted by Jim Rose, Nika Zupanc and Scarlet Splendour are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a The Bend Sofa?

Prices for a the bend sofa start at $270 and top out at $65,666 with the average selling for $4,500.
Questions About The Bend Sofa
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    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.
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    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.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 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 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 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 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 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.