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What is real leather furniture called?

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What is real leather furniture called?
What real leather furniture is called varies. Sometimes, you may simply see it referred to as "genuine leather." Other terms that indicate a sofa's upholstery is real leather include "full-grain leather" and "top-grain leather." Bonded leather means that the upholstery consists of genuine leather scraps mounted on a synthetic backing. If you see words like "vegan leather," "man-made leather," "PVC," "synthetic leather" or "faux leather," the upholstery is not real leather. Shop a diverse assortment of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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Italian Post Modern Sofa by Nicoletti Salotti, Vintage Black Leather
Located in Decatur, GA
Stellar post modern sofa by Nicoletti Salotti, Italy circa 1980s. Finely appointed and fully dressed in high grade top grain black Italian leather. Striking and stark angular lines f...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

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Leather

Elephant 3-Seater Beige Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Milan, IT
As quiet as it is enveloping, this elegant sofa of modern inspiration welcomes up to three people within its wide seat outlined by a plump shell gently sloping at the sides. The gene...
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2010s Italian Sofas

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Leather

Placido orange leather corner sofa by Mantellassi 1926
Located in Milan, IT
The Placido corner sofa, upholstered in aniline leather, combines elegance and comfort, perfect for daily relaxation in your living room. Its sliding seats extend to offer ample seat...
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2010s Italian Sofas

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Leather

Tobia Scarpa for Knoll Midcentury Wood Leather "Bastiano" Sofa 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design Bastiano model sofa designed by Tobia Scarpa and produced initially by Gavina and then later by Knoll International, with solid wood frame on which t...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Danish Modern Teak Daybed w/ Leather Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
Located in Lucija, SI
A pair of 'Amanta' leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and in great demand, w...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Leather, Fiberglass, Foam

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