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Is velvet a good fabric for a sofa?
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Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Midcentury Italian Orange Velvet Sofa Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti Attributed
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury Italian Orange Velvet Sofa Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti Attributed.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
$3,230 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained wood and beige orange velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
18.5” seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rafaella Red & Orange Velvet 2 Seater Sofa
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
combination of bordeaux velvet with a trim of burnt orange velvet. Biosofa is the only producer of 100
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam
$12,765 / item
A Louis XVI Sofa Upholstered in Burnt Orange Velvet
Located in London, GB
A fine Louis XVI style sofa upholstered in burnt orange velvet, supported on a beechwood frame with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Paint
B&B Italia Orange Velvet Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Basildon, London
The B&B Italia Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini in vibrant orange velvet is a striking blend of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Milo Baughman for Directional Tuxedo Sofa in Orange Velvet, 1960
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman for Directional Floating Tuxedo Sofa in Orange Velvet on Plinth Base, 1960’s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet