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What was a sofa called in 1900?
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What a sofa was called in 1900 varied. During the 18th and 19th centuries, many people called small sofas “settees” and large ones “sofas,” but by the 20th century, settee and sofa were interchangeable terms. Other terms for sofas included davenport, divan, lounge and couch. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
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Modern English Sofa in 100% Hemp Ecorcé with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Modern English Arm Sofa Introducing the English Arm Sofa, crafted with heavy weight hemp boasting a soft hand feel for added luxury.
This sofa features a down feather wrapped seat c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Hemp, Oak, Down
Modern English Sofa in a Caramel Mustard Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Caramel Mustard tone.
This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Oak, Down
Modern English Sofa in Chestnut Brown in Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Chestnut color.
This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with classic ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Cotton, Wood, Oak, Down
Plush Modular Modern Sofa in Maharam Corduroy
Located in Nyack, NY
The Geometric Modern armchair exudes understated elegance. Its extra-wide, rectilinear arms are adorned with relaxed throw pillows, all resting on a single, seamless bench seat—chic ...
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2010s American Modern Sofas
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Fabric
$18,975 / item
Minimalist Curved Sofa With Soft Feminine Silhouette in High-Resistant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa embodies a refined dialogue between geometry and softness. Its gently rounded profile creates an uninterrupted, fluid contour that wraps gracefully around the seating area,...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Hardwood
Vintage Danish Loveseat Curved Cabinetmaker Sofa, 1940s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Presenting an iconic and sculptural "banana shape" sofa, a masterwork of Danish cabinetmaking artistry from the 1940s. This curved settee embodies the innovative spirit of mid-centur...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
