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Taylor King French Damask Silk Down Filled 3 Seat Rolled High Arm Sofa Couch 91"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Taylor King three seat sofa or couch featuring a down filled silk Damask fabric with
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
H 37 in W 91 in D 40 in
Vintage Rococo Cane Sofa Upholstered in European Hemp Linen Fabric with Down
Located in Brea, CA
Late 19th century to Early 20th century Rococo style sofa with original green and French gray color
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Linen, Hemp, Cane, Wood, Down
Classic French Art Deco 1930 Style Leather Club Sofa / Couch
Located in New York, NY
Classic French Art Deco 1930 style stitched, grey leather sofa circa 1970 with pure, clean lines
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Down
French Louis XVI Period Sofa
Located in Pembroke, MA
An elegant neoclassical Louis XVI period sofa or canapé, with down-stuffed separate seat cushion
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Antique French Louis XV Canape Settee Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
A French, Louis XV style walnut canapé from the mid-19th century with wraparound back, scrolled
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down
Christian Audigier Grande-Dame French Provincial Toile Tufted Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental Grande Dame tufted sofa featuring a toile de jouy French provincial style fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Down
Victorian Down Chinoiserie Carved Wood Claw Rattan Cane Sofa Chairs , Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Victorian rare suite you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece w...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
H 32 in W 71 in D 29 in
Pierre Chapo Leather & Elm Model S22R Three-Seater Sofa, France 1960's
By Pierre Chapo
Located in New York, NY
The largest of the S22 series with three-seat. This sofa is all original with down filled leather
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Sofas
Materials
Brass
1880s French Louis XVI Sofa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s French Louis XVI carved wood couch in a painted finish. From Yale R. Barge Antique shop of
Category
Antique 1880s Sofas
Materials
Wood
French Design, Art Deco, Sofa, Lacquered Rosewood, Beige Velour, France, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
French Art Deco style rosewood sofa/couch having a fine velour upholstery with lacquered rosewood
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Upholstery
H 32 in W 66 in D 38 in
Exceptional French 18th Century Louis XIII Style Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional mid-18th century Louis XIII style Sofa from the Provence region of France
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Large French 19th C Napoleon III Tufted Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
A large scale French 19th century Napoleon III high backed sofa with cabriole legs. The back of
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Large French 19th C Napoleon III Tufted Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
. The sofa has been stripped down to the muslin and is ready to be upholstered.
French, late 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Large French Tufted Napoleon III Sofa with Extended Arms
Located in Buchanan, NY
This unique and stately large scale French 19th century Napoleon III sofa features gracefully
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage French Coffee/Sofa Table by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Vilnius, LT
French vintage coffee table by Maison Jansen form 1970's.
The base is in brass and metal decorated
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass, Nickel
18th Century French Walnut Sofa in Pierre Frey Fabric
Located in London, GB
Wonderful late 18th Century French walnut sofa.
This sofa sits on shapely cabriole legs ending
Category
Antique 18th Century French Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century French Ivory Boucle Sofa Bed
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden upholstered sofa made in mid-20th century France. A soft ivory boucle upholstery brings a
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric
By Steiner
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Comfortable & Classic 'Pillow' Modular sofa made by Steiner Paris
Marked all over with Steiner and
Category
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Plastic, Down
H 32.68 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Gilt Sofa
Located in Lake Worth, FL
.
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
lovely vintage French Louis
Category
Early 20th Century Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Satin, Cotton
Antique French Louis XV Style Caned Settee Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XV Style Caned Settee Sofa
Country: United States
Materials: Carved Wood
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Wicker, Wood
French Provincial Louis XV Style Sofa with Serpentine Carved Back
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of A
French Provincial
Category
20th Century French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Circa 1780 Antique French Louis XVI Carved Settee Sofa Canapé
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LOUIS XVI CARVED AND SCRUBBED PARCEL-GILT CANAPÉ
France, circa 1780 cambric not removed to examine
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique French Louis XVI Seat Sofa Corbeille, Maison Pierre Frey Velvet
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style sofa corbeille.
Two removable cushions, with a fabric of the famous
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 35.83 in W 51.19 in D 32.29 in
French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning French high-back sofa, designed in the opulent Napoleon III style, is the embodiment
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
French Settee Sofa Louis XV by Meyer Gunther Martini
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
French Louis XV
Category
Vintage 1980s Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
A Fine French Charlies X Rosewood & Hollywood Inlayed Sofa Table
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine sofa table made circa 1820 is of French origin. The table has an almost modern feeling
Category
Antique 19th Century German Charles X Sofa Tables
Materials
Holly, Rosewood
A 21stC Three Seat Cream "Togo" Sofa By Michel Ducaroy For Ligne Roset, France
By Ligne Roset
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The iconic "Togo" sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, has become a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Suede
H 27.56 in W 69.3 in D 39.38 in
1980s Eileen Gray "Lota" Sofa for ClassiCon in Black Leather and Lacquered Wood
By Eileen Gray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a “Lota” sofa, designed by Eileen Gray in 1924. This particular sofa was manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 35 in W 94.5 in D 38 in
Late 19th Century French Country Long Sofa/Settee With Carved Arms, Legs & Back
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
this but I think this lovely sofa needs to be recovered.
The measurement to the where the arms turn
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
No Reserve
H 27 in W 76 in D 30 in
French Country or Louis XV Style Finely Carved Walnut Sofa or Canape, circa 1920
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gorgeous vintage French Louis XV style carved walnut sofa. The item features beautifully carved
Category
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 33.5 in W 74 in D 33 in
1980s Post-Modern Plumy Sofa by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna / Ligne Roset
By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus
Located in Izegem, VWV
, France.
This sofa is still in great condition. with its very nineties soft to touch turquoise/green
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Down, Feathers
H 27.56 in W 76.78 in D 39.38 in
Classic French Duo Sofa in Deluxe Massive Wood and Precious Gold Leaf Appliqué
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Interiors. This classic style two-seater sofa is as glamorous as its three-seater sibling, with the gold
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Sofas
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
H 48.04 in W 103.94 in D 50.01 in
Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
, two coffee tables, a mirror, a table light
“Borghese” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Velvet Sofa with Subtle Curves
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
This sofa has curves that will invite you to sit down and stay a while. With precision upholstery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Brown Modular 'Gilda' sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, France
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in amstelveen, NL
The Gilda sofa, composed of comfortable curved modules, is a rare sibling to Michel Ducaroy’s
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Chenille, Linen
H 27.17 in W 157.49 in D 70.87 in
Green Borghese Sofa Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
, two coffee tables, a mirror, a table light
“Borghese” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Green Borghese Sofa, Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Emerald Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Art Deco style emerald sofa. This sofa is glamour personified! Couture detail, a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sahara Sofa by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
R.S Associates French Canadian Modular Leather Corner Sofa, 1970s
By RS Associates
Located in Coronado, CA
An absolute masterpiece, this divine, utterly rare sofa was designed and manufactured by R.S
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Louis XVI Style Sofa Attributed to Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Louis XVI persimmon chenille upholstered sofa. Down filled cushions and bolsters throughout
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Halston Sofa by Ryan Korban
Located in New York, NY
. The custom sofa is down filled and upholstered in a light grey ribbed fabric from France.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Sofa Colonial Style in Cane and Walnut
Located in Buxton, GB
This vintage Art Deco sofa from the 1930s exudes elegance and sophistication. Made of high-quality
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Cane, Wood, Walnut
Special Edition Pierre Frey Fabric, Borghese Long Sofa, Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
” sofa for La Chance, new French editor
“Hybride” sofa for Cinna
“Bamby” chair for Marcel by
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
H 33.47 in W 97.64 in D 35.04 in
Customizable ClassiCon Lota Sofa by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray
Located in New York, NY
sensational examples of French interior architecture of the 1920s. Eileen Gray had created the decor over a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Ralph Lauren Attributed Woven Rattan Bamboo Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous organic modern sofa settee featuring a wood rattan frame covered with woven rattan wicker
Category
20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Ligne Roset Ploum 3 Seater High Back Sofa in Moby/FR rock fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Seattle, WA
This is an great newer Ploum Three Seater High Back sofa with some light wear on the fabric: one
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Williamsburg Chippendale Style Toile Camelback Settee Sofa by Stickley
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Sheridan, CO
Stickley Furniture, Chippendale / Rococo Style upholstered camelback sofa by Stickley Furniture
Category
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Sofas
Materials
Textile, Wood
Ligne Roset Ploum 3 Seater High Back Sofa in Off-White/Cream Wool Fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Seattle, WA
sofas' truly ample dimensions, provides extreme comfort and accommodates different ways of sitting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Marco Zanuso, Pair of Sofas Model Baronet for Arflex, 1964
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Pair of "Baronet" lounge sofas designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex in Italy, 1964
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery
Antique Biedermeier Swedish Birch Ormolu Mounted Sofa Table, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stylish antique Swedish birch Biedermeier sofa table with ebonized detail, circa 1820 in
Category
Antique 1820s Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Tables
Materials
Ormolu
H 29.14 in W 50.79 in D 26.78 in
Huge Restored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in GB
London, large Baring sofa upholstered with vintage brown leather that has Thomas Chippendale style
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 33.67 in W 77.17 in D 42.52 in
Antique English Regency Sofa/ Writing Table in Mahogany with Ormolu & Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A fine English Regency sofa table on trestle base with drop leaves, in mahogany with line inlays
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
H 28.75 in W 40.5 in D 24.5 in
Big Sur Wooden Couch, by Peter Shire for Memphis Milano Collection
By Peter Shire, Memphis Milano, Memphis Group
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
The Big Sur couch is made out of 100% wool, and the structure is in lacquered wood. The couch was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
1 OF 2 OF RESTORED ART DECO HARRY & LOU EPSTEIN HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SOFAs
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in GB
Harry & Lou Epstein Art Deco two seat Cloud sofas with Birch frames and one of a kind, hand dyed brown
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
H 32.09 in W 52.76 in D 35.44 in
Eileen Gray 'Lota' Sofa in Black Lacquer and Orange Fabric 1980s
By Eileen Gray
Located in Tilburg, NL
Eileen Gray 'Lota' sofa in black lacquer and red fabric for Classicon Munich, 1980s.
This famous
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
Post Modern 1990s Preview Sectional Sofa in Plush Ivory White Bouclé
By Preview
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Large Post Modern Sectional Sofa by Preview professionally reupholstered in highly durable super
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
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French Down Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic French down sofa available at 1stDibs. A French down sofa — often made from down, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the French down sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each French down sofa bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular.
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The average selling price for a French down sofa at 1stDibs is $5,295, while they’re typically $1,250 on the low end and $14,600 for the highest priced.
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Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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- What sofas are the most durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The 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.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
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- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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- What is a Chesterfield sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a Howard sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a horsehair sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What are cloud sofas?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cloud 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.
- What is a Togo sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- What is a sofa and loveseat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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.
- What is the sturdiest sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- What is a wingback sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a bumper sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024A 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.
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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