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Is velvet a good fabric for a sofa?

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Is velvet a good fabric for a sofa?
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
Shop for Orange Velvet Sofa on 1stDibs
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

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

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

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