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Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
By Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
1950s Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sofa from the 1950's in its original condition
Needs new upholstery
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
A wonderful 1950s sofa by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in London, GB
A wonderful 1950s sofa by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet with primitive style hand turned beech wood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Materials
Rope, Wood
1950s Sofa, Knoll Antimott
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s. Solid cherry frame with extandable head rest and adjustable back
Category
Vintage 1950s German Sofas
Materials
Cherry
1950s Sofa, model Stella
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s. High-quality solid beech wood frame. The sofa can be transformed
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1950s Sofa, Rino Levi, Brazilian Midcentury
By Rino Levi
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
buildings in the city of São Paulo.
This sofa is made in jacarandá rosewood and was recently reupholstered.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Rosewood
1950’s sofa bed/mid century modern daybed
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in London, Lambeth
Superbly re upholstered sofa bed with a wonderful light blue cotton fabric, easily goes from a sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton
1950's Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric
Located in Chicago, IL
1950 Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric. Original upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Danish 1950's Sofa by Kurt Olsen Teak Accents
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Kurt Olsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Curved sofa by Kurt Olsen from the 1950's. Epitome of Danish 1950's style. Made by Slagelse
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Italian 1950s Sofa Attributed to Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GF for Cassina ... yes! Sleek lined sofa delivers the best of Italian 1950s design. Have a seat.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish 1950s Sofa Attributed to Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Variant
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and likely a variant of
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Carl Malmsten 1950s Sofa in Boucle Fabric
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten - Sofa, c1950s.
Small sofa designed in the 1950s by Swedish master-designer Carl
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Elm
1950s Sofa and Armchairs in Art Deco Style
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Art Deco style upholstered green velvet sofa and armchairs with wooden armrests and legs
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Velvet, Oak
1950s Danish Banana Sofa by Slagelse Møbelværk
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
This early 1950s sofa is by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, made in the manner of Modernist Danish architect
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Sofa in Customized Striped Upholstery by the Apartment, Sweden, 1950
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Sweden, 1950's
Sofa in customized upholstery by The Apartment.
H 80 x W 130 x D 60 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas
Materials
Textile
H 31.5 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen
By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
France & Daverkosen Denmark early 1950s. Sofa with purple fabric. Made in oak and teak.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Sofa, Reproduction by Area ID, Custom Sizes, 100 Ultra Leather, Built IN NJ, USA
By Area ID
Located in New York, NY
Reproduction of a Swedish, 1950s sofa. Ultra leather from Japan, (faux leather). 100 colors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
H 30 in W 78 in D 34 in
Edward Wormley Dunbar Floating Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Rare 1950s sofa design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar featuring a beautiful exposed mahogany frame
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
By Fritz Neth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love
This sofa was purchased from an
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 34.65 in W 73.63 in D 30.71 in
Living Room Sets Midcentury Design Cherry Wood Minimal Made in Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Living Room Sets midcentury Design Cherry Wood Minimal Mad in Italy 1950s
Sofa height cm.84
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
H 33.08 in W 24.41 in D 29.53 in
Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner Modern Sofa & Armchairs Lounge Set, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma
Located in Whitstable, GB
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler midcentury sofa and armchairs; 1950s
Sofa designed for their
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
H 28.35 in W 76.78 in D 30.32 in
1950’s French Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, Lambeth
1950’s French 3 seater sofa with wooden arms deep purple upholstery. Bottom back high back design.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech
1950's Italian Velvet Restored Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
, expertly restored with new light blue velvet upholstery and foam padding.
Italy 1950's
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Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950's Curved Oak Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. New upholstery was made. American made sofa from the 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Empire Style Sofa 1950's
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Empire style sofa made in high quality wood and red fabric. in a very good condition. with some
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Empire Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
1950’s Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s French oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron. New upholstery. Arm height 22
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Silk
1950's Mid Century Italian Angled Sofa
By Federico Munari, Ico Parisi
Located in Las Vegas, NV
If elegance was a sofa, this would be the one. This 1950's Italian sofa has all the right angles
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Burgundy "Egg" Three Seater Sofa, Italy 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant burgundy sofa on brass legs. Sofa will need full upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern couch for sale. Manufactured in the 1950's, and is an original Paul
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Sofa, 1950's, Carl Malmsten, Samspel, Reupholstered
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
An original 1950s Samspel sofa by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for AB Record, Bollnas
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch
1950’s Leopard 2 Piece Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Charleston, SC
This stunning piece of American Mid-Century Modern early 1950s Biomorphic design for a sofa was re
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Sofa, 1950's, Carl Malmsten, Samsas, Reupholstered
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
An original 1960s Samsas sofa by renowned Swedish designer Carl Malmsten for OH Sjogren. This sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech, Birch
Tufted Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa c 1950/1960's
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Chippendale style camelback sofa in burgundy leather sofa. This stunning sofa features
Category
Mid-20th Century British Chippendale Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Hans Mitzlaff 1950s Boomerang Sofa for Eugen Schmidt, 1950's
By Hans Mitzlaff & Albrecht Lange, Eugen Schmidt
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish style three-seater sofa designed by Hans Mitzlaff for Eugene Scmidt Soloform during the 50’s
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.29 in W 56.7 in D 26.78 in
1950's Rattan and Stitched Leather Sofa by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather and rattan sofa by Jacques Adnet.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Three-Seater Sofa Attrb to Gelderland, The Netherlands 1950's
By Gelderland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
filling.
We think the sofa was manufactured by Gelderland in the 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Two-Seater Sofa Attrb to Gelderland, The Netherlands 1950's
By Artifort, Gelderland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
new filling.
We think the sofa was manufactured by Gelderland in the 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1950's Danish Sofa with Oak Legs
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Sleek and perfectly proportioned midcentury Danish Setee newly re-upholstered in a Purple Knoll Proenza Schouler fabric.
Category
20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Oak
Swedish Mid-Century Beech & Red Mohair Sofa, c. 1950's
Located in Norwalk, CT
& Red Mohair Sofa. A sublime ode to the 1950s, this piece flawlessly embodies the spirit and artistry of
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech
Vladimir Kagan Style 1950’s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ivory Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Hollywood, FL
. Classic 1950’s rounded end on one side and one arm attached throw pillow on the other. Special care was
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Osvaldo Borsani White D70 Armless Sofa for Tecno, Italy 1950's
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
The iconic D70 sofa was restored as it appears on a period photo with the designer—white on white
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
Danish Sofa, 1950s
Located in London, GB
1950s.
This long, yet deceptively slim, sofa has recently been reupholstered in soft, rose-coloured
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Beech
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
A mid-century italian designer sofa from the 1950’s. Upholstered in a maroon red velvet with an
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Classic Danish Midcentury Three-seat Sofa by Frits Henningsen 1950's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic and very elegant lines by one of the early Danish iconic designers made around early 1950's
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Wool, Mahogany
Federico Munari Curved Boomerang Sofa with Polished Brass Legs, Italy 1950's
By Federico Munari
Located in New York, NY
spirit of experimentation.
Italy, 1950's.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1950’s cigar brown leather Chesterfield club sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech, Oak
H 29.93 in W 85.83 in D 35.63 in
Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Den Haag, NL
Extra large black leather cabinet maker Italian sofa 1950's.
The sofa was ordered from Italy by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern 1950's Shell Sofa In Blue Velvet Guglielmo Ulrich (attrib)
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich. Shell-shaped in Blue velvet
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 35.04 in W 75.6 in D 40.56 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern 1950's 3-Seat Sofa in Teak and Wool
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sofa manufactured in the late 1950's. Classic design with low elegant lines and yet
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Theo Ruth Sectional Sofa by Artifor, 1950's
By Artifort, Theo Ruth
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Modular seating group by Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort in the 1950's. The four elements can
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Italian 1950's 2 Seater Sofa, Reupholstered in White Velvet with Boucle Seat
Located in London, GB
Italian two seat sofa, 1950s, reupholstered in white velvet and off white boucle for the seat
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 75 in W 142 in D 60 in
vintage sofa | sofa | 1950s | Sweden
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage sofa | sofa | 1950s | Sweden
period | 1950s
design | Krogenaes Mobler | Sweden
condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is spectacular! Designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler in the late 1950's, this
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
Mid-Century Sofa by Eva and Nils Koppel for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1950’s
By Eva & Niels Koppel, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Norwalk, CT
tactile delight that invites hours of relaxation and intimate conversations.
Born in the 1950's, an era
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.5 in W 70 in D 29 in
1950's Hollywood Regency Grand and Expertly Carved Sofa Chinoiserie/ Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Expertly Carved Grand Sofa. Please look at pictures closely
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian sofa 1950s
Located in PARIS, FR
This small Scandinavian sofa dates back to the 1950s. Its designer is unknown. It embodies the
Category
Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Sofa Fabric Italy 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa in the style of Carlo De Carli with sprung upholstery, fabric cover and beechwood legs.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
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1950s Couches For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1950s couches available for sale. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all 1950s couches available were constructed with great care. We have 8804 antique and vintage 1950s couches in-stock, while there are 300 modern editions to choose from as well. 1950s couches have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. 1950s couches are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. 1950s couches have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Hans J. Wegner are consistently popular.
How Much are 1950s Couches?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,753, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $100,000,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About 1950s Couches
- What is a sectional couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
- What is a modular couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a cloud couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
- What is a camelback couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
- What is an infinity couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
- What is a vinyl couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The difference between a davenport and a couch comes down to special features. A couch or sofa is an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two or more people, while a davenport is a large couch or sofa that can be used as a bed or one that folds out into a bed.
A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.
In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.
Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
For a couch subjected to everyday use, it is best to use a highly durable fabric such as cotton or linen.
- How long should couches last?1 Answer
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024There is no single longest-lasting couch. Many makers produce couches capable of standing the test of time when cared for properly. Generally, some signs of a durable couch include quality full-grain or top-grain leather upholstery, sturdy frame construction and high-quality fill such as spring systems or high-density premium foams. Explore a diverse assortment of couches on 1stDibs.
- What is a Moroccan couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Moroccan style furniture is sometimes called souk style furniture. Souk-style furniture is known for being low to the ground with colorful, overstuffed upholstered pieces, such as ottomans and poufs. Browse a wide selection of souk-style furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a single couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A single couch may also be called a settee. It is a long seat made for more than one person. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people, but they aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. Settees often have a backrest for optimal support and are frequently upholstered. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When pillows are attached to a couch, the couch is termed a tight back design. The decorative pillows that are not attached to a sofa, and may not even come with them, are referred to as throw pillows. Shop a collection of vintage and new throw pillows from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are half couches called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A chaise longue may be referred to as a half couch. It’s an upholstered chair that has a long enough seat to support the legs if the sitter wishes to turn sideways. Another couch that might be referred to as a half couch is a settee, which is shorter than a traditional couch and some people refer to as a loveseat. Find an assortment of chaise lounges, couches, settees and loveseats from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a half couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A half couch is also called a chaise lounge. It is an upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that is long enough to support the legs. They are more compact and work beautifully when styled with a footstool or accent armchair in a larger space, but look equally stylish standing on their own. 1stDibs sells different types of half couches ranging from antique and vintage to new and contemporary.
- How do I measure a curved couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To measure a curved couch, first measure the depth from the front to the back and the height from the floor to the top. For length, place the tape measure in one back corner and then extend all the way across to the other back corner. You may also wish to measure the width of the opening, working from the front left inner corner to the right inner corner. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of curved couches.
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