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French Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, France, 1980s
French Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, France, 1980s

French Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, France, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and green fabric sofa likely designed and produced in France, c. 1980s. Vintage fabric in

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s
American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and floral printed beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s
Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

$1,318Sale Price|39% Off

Artifort 691 Blue Fabric Sofa, 1980s

By Artifort

Located in Basildon, London

Originally designed by the Artifort design group in 1987, the 691 sofa has been in production ever

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric
Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric

Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric

By Steiner

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

retaining its original upholstery (covers) from the 1980's The fabric colors have faded over the years but

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic, Down

Milo Baughman, Sectional Sofa, Fabric, Stainless Steel, USA, 1980s
Milo Baughman, Sectional Sofa, Fabric, Stainless Steel, USA, 1980s

Milo Baughman, Sectional Sofa, Fabric, Stainless Steel, USA, 1980s

By Milo Baughman

Located in High Point, NC

A large grey fabric and stainless steel sofa designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer

Category

Vintage 1980s American Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

1980's Modern Manhattan Elegant Tufted Standard Sofa
1980's Modern Manhattan Elegant Tufted Standard Sofa

1980's Modern Manhattan Elegant Tufted Standard Sofa

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1980's Modern Elegant and Tufted "Manhattan" style Standard Sofa. Beautiful modern style sofa.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

'Veranda' 3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
'Veranda' 3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

'Veranda' 3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Almelo, NL

This multicolored and adjustable sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1980s

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Two Seater Sofa by Michael Graves in Birdseye Maple and Black Fabric 1980s
Two Seater Sofa by Michael Graves in Birdseye Maple and Black Fabric 1980s

Two Seater Sofa by Michael Graves in Birdseye Maple and Black Fabric 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Small, faceted sofa/settee designed by Michael Graves composed of a stained Birdseye Maple frame

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birdseye Maple

1980s Charles Pfister for Knoll Grey Fabric Loveseat / Two Seat Sofa
1980s Charles Pfister for Knoll Grey Fabric Loveseat / Two Seat Sofa

1980s Charles Pfister for Knoll Grey Fabric Loveseat / Two Seat Sofa

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a two-seat sofa, originally designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll in 1971. This particular

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa or Daybed, 1980's
Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa or Daybed, 1980's

Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa or Daybed, 1980's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Fabric,Wood,Metal Daybed has dimensions:Height-33cm,Depth-206cm

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman
1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman

1980s Cloud Sofa, attributed to Weiman

By Weiman

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a stunning curvaceous sofa, circa 1980s, attributed to the Weiman company (though label

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hans Hollein Marilyn Sofa for Poltronova, 1980s
Hans Hollein Marilyn Sofa for Poltronova, 1980s

Hans Hollein Marilyn Sofa for Poltronova, 1980s

By Hans Hollein

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

, still with original fabrics from 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birdseye Maple

Natural Finish Bamboo Sofa, 1980s
Natural Finish Bamboo Sofa, 1980s

Natural Finish Bamboo Sofa, 1980s

Located in Roma, RM

Natural Finish Bamboo Sofa, 1980s Product Details Dimensions: 200 W x 80 H x 83 D cm Complete with

Category

Antique 1880s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase
Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase

Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase

By Martin Brattrud, Steve Chase, A. Rudin

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This MASSIVE 3 piece sofa by Steve Chase is a sight to behold. Measuring in at just under 15 feet

Category

20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian 2-Seat Sofa, 1980s
Italian 2-Seat Sofa, 1980s

Italian 2-Seat Sofa, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Stunning and comfortabele 2 seat sofa, manufactured in Italy in the 1980s. Very solid black

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s
Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s

Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s

Located in TOURCOING, FR

This elegant modular sofa by Saporiti exemplifies the bold and comfortable aesthetic of Italian

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s
Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s

Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern five modules sofa in blue velvet, 1980s Modular sofa in blue velvet composed of five

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Plastic

1980s Saporiti Sofa Attributed to Mauro Lipparini, Cinched Arms, Two-Tone
1980s Saporiti Sofa Attributed to Mauro Lipparini, Cinched Arms, Two-Tone

1980s Saporiti Sofa Attributed to Mauro Lipparini, Cinched Arms, Two-Tone

By Mauro Lipparini, Saporiti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sofa manufactured by Saporiti in the 1980s presents sculptural Italian postmodern design attributed

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Dark Rattan 3-Seater Sofa with Velour Cautions, 1980s
Dark Rattan 3-Seater Sofa with Velour Cautions, 1980s

Dark Rattan 3-Seater Sofa with Velour Cautions, 1980s

Located in Rīga, LV

Dark rattan 3-seater sofa with vermilion red-orange velour cautions. A 2-seater sofa, a lounge

Category

Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s

By Strässle International

Located in Lyon, FR

Gorgeous sofa from Strässle, made in Switzerland in the 1980, in its original graphic and colorful

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s
Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s

Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional in the 1980s. Great

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Three Seater Sofa/Leda Lux , 1980s
Three Seater Sofa/Leda Lux , 1980s

Three Seater Sofa/Leda Lux , 1980s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Wood,Fabric The Pilows have stains Manufacturer Hikor Písek

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980s Vintage A. Rudin Curved Loveseat Sofa
1980s Vintage A. Rudin Curved Loveseat Sofa

1980s Vintage A. Rudin Curved Loveseat Sofa

By A. Rudin

Located in Chicago, IL

the structure is sound and sturdy. Def needs new fabric but belonged to a single owner and there are

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Beautiful Italian Mid Century Sectional Sofa 1980s
Beautiful Italian Mid Century Sectional Sofa 1980s

Beautiful Italian Mid Century Sectional Sofa 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Beautiful Italian Mid Century Sectional Sofa from the 1980s is a stunning piece that embodies

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

1980s Postmodern Spindle-back Solid Oak Sofa, Howard Furniture, Pair Available
1980s Postmodern Spindle-back Solid Oak Sofa, Howard Furniture, Pair Available

1980s Postmodern Spindle-back Solid Oak Sofa, Howard Furniture, Pair Available

By Howard Furniture Manufacturing

Located in Miami, FL

1980s Postmodern Spindle-back Solid Oak Howard Co Sofa Offered for sale individually are two 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Foam

Blush Ultrasuede 1980s Ruched Arm Sofa with 3 Matching Pillows Palm Springs
Blush Ultrasuede 1980s Ruched Arm Sofa with 3 Matching Pillows Palm Springs

Blush Ultrasuede 1980s Ruched Arm Sofa with 3 Matching Pillows Palm Springs

By Steve Chase, Marge Carson

Located in Palm Springs, CA

original. The sofa came out of a very high end 1980s Palm Springs estate. The arms have a unique ruched

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian Modern Lc2 Sofa, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s
Italian Modern Lc2 Sofa, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s

Italian Modern Lc2 Sofa, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s

By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina

Located in MIlano, IT

in white cotton fabric. Designed by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina around 1980

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s
Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Paris, FR

Paolo Piva Alanda A rectangular two-seater sofa with mobile headrests and armrests covered

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Three Seater Adjustable Sofa / LEDA LUX, Czechoslovakia
1980s Three Seater Adjustable Sofa / LEDA LUX, Czechoslovakia

1980s Three Seater Adjustable Sofa / LEDA LUX, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition - The pillows have stains on one side - Manufacturer Hikor Písek 1987 - Seat height 44 cm - Dimensions when unfolded, depth 106 cm, length 191 cm.

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé, 1980s
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé, 1980s

Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé, 1980s

By Burkhard Vogtherr

Located in Vienna, AT

painted black. The sofa shape and style is typical for the 1980's however it is comfy and versatile du to

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s

Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s

By Burkhard Vogtherr

Located in Vienna, AT

painted black. The sofa shape and style is typical for the 1980's however it is comfy and versatile du to

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1980s Mario Bellini for Cassina Black Leather Software Tilbury Sofa
1980s Mario Bellini for Cassina Black Leather Software Tilbury Sofa

1980s Mario Bellini for Cassina Black Leather Software Tilbury Sofa

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a circa 1980s production Tilbury three seat sofa (part of the Software collection

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Plastic, Foam

Large two-seater sofa in checkered pattern made in France, 1980s
Large two-seater sofa in checkered pattern made in France, 1980s

Large two-seater sofa in checkered pattern made in France, 1980s

Located in Lyon, FR

A delightful and sculptural two-seat sofa crafted in France in the 1980s, fully reupholstered in a

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.
Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Athens, Attiki

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s. Original fabric with extraordinary

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Silk

'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Antwerp, BE

'Cannaregio' sofa, a vibrant and versatile creation by Italian designer Gaetano Pesce for Cassina

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large Plumy sofa by Annie Hieronimus for China, made in France, 1980s
Large Plumy sofa by Annie Hieronimus for China, made in France, 1980s

Large Plumy sofa by Annie Hieronimus for China, made in France, 1980s

By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus

Located in Lyon, FR

Comfy Plumy sofa designed by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna in the 1980s. 2010s edition, blue / teal

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s
4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s

4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s

By Luigi Sormani and Casabella Design Miami, Sormani

Located in Arosio, IT

This four-seater, designed in the early 1980s by Luigi Sormani and Casabella Miami for a line of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Dutch Three Seat Sofa in Burgundy Red Upholstery
Dutch Three Seat Sofa in Burgundy Red Upholstery

Dutch Three Seat Sofa in Burgundy Red Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, lacquered wood, fabric, The Netherlands, 1980s This sofa is characterized by a solid

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Esprit Modular Lounge Chairs by Brunati & Zerbaro, 1980s
Pair of Esprit Modular Lounge Chairs by Brunati & Zerbaro, 1980s

Pair of Esprit Modular Lounge Chairs by Brunati & Zerbaro, 1980s

By Brunati

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Rarely seen on the market, this Esprit modular sofa was designed by Brunati and Zerbaro for Brunati

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa
1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa

1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Absolutely love the lines of this sofa/loveseat. Keep as is or redo in your favorite fabric

Category

Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Curved canapé sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Moroso, Italy 1980s
Curved canapé sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Moroso, Italy 1980s

Curved canapé sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Moroso, Italy 1980s

By Rodolfo Dordoni, Moroso

Located in ECHT, NL

Postmodern design curved sofa. Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Moroso in the eighties. Part of the

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

GE280 Modular Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1980s
GE280 Modular Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1980s

GE280 Modular Sofa by Hans Wegner for Getama, 1980s

By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Rare modular sofa designed by of of the best mid century designers Hans J Wegner for Getama. Model

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Bench / Sofa in Oak & Leather in the Manner of Thomas Stender, c.  1980s
Bench / Sofa in Oak & Leather in the Manner of Thomas Stender, c.  1980s

Bench / Sofa in Oak & Leather in the Manner of Thomas Stender, c. 1980s

By Thomas Stender

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing an extraordinary Post Modern, studio craft three-seater bench crafted in the manner of Thomas Stender. Utterly unique, free form and definitely a one-of-a-kind statement...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Maison Jansen Two Seat Sofa Bed Black Fabric 1980s Vintage Sofa
Maison Jansen Two Seat Sofa Bed Black Fabric 1980s Vintage Sofa

Maison Jansen Two Seat Sofa Bed Black Fabric 1980s Vintage Sofa

By Maison Jansen

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

handling is very simple. The sofa is upholstered in black patterned fabric. Total width when unfolded

Category

Vintage 1980s European Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage modular sofa, 1980´s, West Europe
Vintage modular sofa, 1980´s, West Europe

Vintage modular sofa, 1980´s, West Europe

Located in Prague 8, CZ

with corduroy fabric. It is in excellent condition, with minor signs of age and use. The sofa is very

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Cord, Foam, Wood, Plywood

1980s Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric Curved and Graphic Sofa
1980s Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric Curved and Graphic Sofa

1980s Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric Curved and Graphic Sofa

Located in Tourcoing, FR

1980s design and vintage style beige bouclé fabric graphic sofa.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Poltrona Frau 1980s Sofa
Poltrona Frau 1980s Sofa

Poltrona Frau 1980s Sofa

Unavailable|$2,409 / item

Poltrona Frau 1980s Sofa

By Pierluigi Cerri

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Title: Ouverture Manufacturer: Poltrona Frau: Designer: Pierluigi Cerri Technological and modular. The star of this seating and table system is a pierced steel cross beam on which...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vintage 1980s Modular Sofa by Henredon with Original Fabric
Vintage 1980s Modular Sofa by Henredon with Original Fabric

Vintage 1980s Modular Sofa by Henredon with Original Fabric

Located in santa monica, CA

This modular (6-piece) sofa is in excellent condition. Each section can be moved around easily

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Vico Magistretti, Pastel Colored Sofa Model Veranda for Cassina, 1980s
Vico Magistretti, Pastel Colored Sofa Model Veranda for Cassina, 1980s

Vico Magistretti, Pastel Colored Sofa Model Veranda for Cassina, 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Schagen, NL

This multicolored and adjustable sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1980s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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1980s Fabric Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 1980s fabric sofa available at 1stDibs. A 1980s fabric sofa — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a 1980s fabric sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1980s fabric sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Post-Modern styles are sought with frequency. Vladimir Kagan, Steve Chase and Directional each produced at least one beautiful 1980s fabric sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1980s Fabric Sofa?

Prices for a 1980s fabric sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $766 and can go as high as $35,477, while the average can fetch as much as $5,500.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1980s Fabric Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most durable fabric for sofas is microfiber furniture fabric. Tightly weaved ultra-fine fibers create durability and add a strong layer of protection against dirt, dust and liquids. You’ll find a variety of sofa designs and styles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.