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What is a backless couch called?
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A backless couch is usually called a recamier or a divan. A divan has a long, low seating area formed by a mattress and is usually placed near a wall. It neither has a back nor arms. This couch is perfect for a living room, bedroom or guest room. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless couches on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bracketed Back Open End Sofa
By Jens Risom
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful and sleek Danish modern sofa. Armless sofa creates numerous possibilities. Teak legs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
$1,599 Sale Price
50% Off
Swedish Biedermeier Carved Sofa Quilted Golden Birch 19th Century Antique A
Located in Lewes, England
excellent.
It has a plain wood frame open back as with all Biedermeier sofa and we will both re-polish the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Materials
Birch
American Art Deco Wicker 6-Piece Living Room Set
Located in Queens, NY
back & open weave trim (sofa, 2 armchairs, rocker, recamier, coffee table)
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Living Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker
$18,500 / set