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What is a sofa without a back called?
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What a sofa without a back is called depends on its style. A divan is a casual, low backless sofa, often clad in fabric and tufted. More formal backless sofas, usually framed by scrolled arms, are recamiers. Find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Contemporary Channeled Fleure 3 seater Sofa in Emerald Green Velvet Brass Legs.
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Award winning Fleure Signature Edition is our latest revival of the award winning Fleure 3 Seater Sofa, reimagined in this premium cotton velvet upholstery.
This signature piece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Daybed Sofa France and Sons Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Rare Extra Long Danish modern Minerva Daybed Sofa. Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for John Stuart circa 1960's. Beautiful sleek Mid Century Design. Rare extra long size...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 72"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric.
Shown in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Linen, Velvet
Ripple Sofa – Angular Curved Silhouette with Sculptural Carved Wood Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ripple sofa draws from the soft rhythm of water and air, vertical lines echoing ripples, pillars and sculpted silence. Its base anchors the form, while the upholstered seat float...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Hill Red sofa by Studio MA by Albedo
Located in Milan, IT
A stupendous cushioned sofa by Studio MA characterized by a soft and warm allure that is an enticing invitation to comfort and relaxation, this stunning piece will take center stage ...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
$6,262 / item
Pirouette Beans Multicolor jacquard fabric sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli Couture
Located in Milan, IT
The Pirouette Sofa is the evolution of the iconic Pirouette armchair, introducing sculptural form and bold sophistication to contemporary interiors. Measuring 177 cm in length, 85 cm...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
