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Was velvet used in the 1970s?
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Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
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VIntage velvet sofa by Saporiti Italia, 1980s
By Saporiti
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage velvet two seater sofa by Saporiti italia.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Monumental Swaim Velvet Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This monumental sofa commands attention through its expansive scale and richly textured crushed velvet upholstery, its clean, architectural lines built around deep, boxy track arms a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Custom Curved Velvet Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Custom Curved Velvet Sofa.
Offered is a beautifully designed custom curved sofa with original designer gray velvet fabric.
Category
20th Century American Classical Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Red Velvet Sofa, 1950s Vintage Red Velvet Sofa, 1950s 4 Vintage Red Vel
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Charming red velvet sofa from the 1950s with classic mid-century lines and a rich, vibrant tone.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Monumental Leopard Velvet Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold, high-octane statement with this monumental vintage leopard print velvet sofa. A quintessential example of 1970s Hollywood Regency glamour, this three-seat couch is uphol...
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Vintage John Saladino Striped Velvet Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the refined architectural elegance of this vintage John Saladino sofa, a masterclass in high-end postmodern design.
Category
Late 20th Century American Space Age Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
