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What is a fancy couch called?

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What is a fancy couch called?
A fancy couch may sometimes be called a sofa, though some people use the two terms interchangeably. You might also see certain types of couches referred to by their style names. For example, a Chesterfield is a sofa that features rolled arms and button-tufted detailing, usually with leather upholstery. In contrast, one that features an intricately carved exposed wood frame and matching legs is a cabriole sofa. Find a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted and Gilded Two-Seat Sofa
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant French two-seat sofa, crafted in the Louis XVI style, dates from the early 20th century and beautifully captures the refined neoclassical aesthetic that has remained tim...
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Early 20th Century French Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut, Paint

1940s Romantic / Art Nouveau Shell Back Sofa Upholstered With Bronze Velvet
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1940s Swedish two-seater sofa upholstered in bronze-coloured velour. The design features softly curved lines, elegantly shaped armrests and refined cabriole legs, reflecting a romant...
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Pine

Convertible sofa Anfibio by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, Italy
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Three-seater Anfibio sofa designed by Alessandro Becchi in the late 1960s and produced by Giovannetti in Italy. Fully padded with foam and upholstered in cognac full-grain leather,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Danish 1940's Banana Sofa with Straight Back and Front
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming upholstered sofa made in Denmark sometime in the 12940's. Voluptuous organic design lines. This sofa is unique by having a straight back and front and not the curvatur...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Beech, Wool

Milo 3-Seater Ivory Sofa
Located in Milan, IT
The Milo 3-seater sofa features a streamlined design with plush, generously padded cushions for enhanced comfort. Its wide armrests are complemented by refined aluminum detailing fin...
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2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Jacquard fabric Sofa, Mario Bellini, "Le stelle" B&B Italia, 1970
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa by Italian designer Mario Bellini, produced by B&B Italia, model "La Stelle". Made with a metal frame and upholstered in the original linen and cotton jacquard fabric. The origi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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