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What is a fancy couch called?
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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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Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa
By Rosenthal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s
This exuberant buildable sofa is designed by Burkhard Vogtherr. A very rare type of modular sofa w...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Parisian Sofa by Bloom Home Inc, Belgian Linen, Pleated Skirt Design
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Parisian Sofa Slip Covered in Belgian Spice Linen
84″ x 36″D x 29″H
Arm Height 24″
Seat Height 17.5″ / Seat Depth 24″ with back cushion / 30″ without back cushion / Seat Width 77″
L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Lyon Sofa by Bloom Home Inc, Belgian Linen, Spice Color, Modern Design
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Meet the Lyon Sofa —a relaxed, timeless piece designed to bring warmth and effortless comfort into your home.Slip covered in a rich, earthy spice-toned linen, its tailored slipcover ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
An Impressive French Leather Club Sofa, Circa 1950’s
Located in Hastings, GB
An Impressive French Leather Club Sofa, Circa 1950’s
This beautiful, stylish, rare and all-original leather club sofa has been wonderfully preserved by it’s previous owners in a Fre...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Warm Sage Colored Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, ‘Snake’ DS-600, suede, felt, Switzerland, 1970s
A design by Ueli Berger, Elenora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede, Switzerland. This De Sede modular Sn...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede, Felt
Dresden Banquette Sofa by Bloom Home, Dark Rust Linen, Baroque Style
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Dresden Banquette Slip Covered in Dark Rust Linen
65″ x 30″d x 31″ h
Seat Height 18.5″ / Seat Depth 24″ / Leg height 2″
Fabric: 100% Belgian linen
Color: Dark Rust
A relaxed yet re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Revival Sofas
Materials
Linen
