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Is sofa American or British?
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Sofa is both American and British. In the UK, sofa is the most commonly used term for an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two people or more. Americans use the word sofa as well. However, couch is the more popular name for sofas in the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Original Black Leather
This sleek three-seat sofa by Knoll embodies the timeless elegance of late 20th-century modern design. Uphol...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rounded Silhouette Sofa In Ebony Wood Back & Eggplant Velvet By Jose Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This striking and luxurious sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and dramatic design. It features a plush, upholstered seat for superior comfort. The sofa is defined by a continuous ...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Maralunga 3-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Beerse, VAN
The Maralunga, an icon of Italian design, designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973, is one of the most beloved pieces in modern furniture history.
Its soft, organic lines an...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1970's Henredon Aged Forest Green Pigskin Leather Chippendale Sofa
By Henredon
Located in Malibu, CA
Henredon Chippendale style light forest green pigskin leather sofa.
This vintage sofa in richly aged leather & a naturally textured grain.
The hide offers a distinctive patina th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Gerard van den Berg Style Tufted Leather Sofa, Natural Cognac
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Playfully curved three-seater sofa in the distinctive style of renowned Dutch designer Gerard van den Berg, embodying the spirited essence of Mid-Century Modern design. Hand-selected...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Voluminous 2-seater Sofa with Rounded Contours By Carlos Soriano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary minimalist modular 2-seater sofa with rounded contours. The sofa is upholstered in a deep navy blue velvet. It consists of three connected modules, giving it a symmetric...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
