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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|$2,377 / 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

Vintage Italian Sofa Designed by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980s
Vintage Italian Sofa Designed by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980s

Vintage Italian Sofa Designed by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980s

By Carlo Bartoli, Rossi di Albizzate

Located in Zagreb, HR

Very rare sofa designed by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate. Produced in the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

1980s Postmodern Curvy Kidney Sofa
1980s Postmodern Curvy Kidney Sofa

1980s Postmodern Curvy Kidney Sofa

Located in Staten Island, NY

Postmodern kidney sofa with unique textile patterns. Custom Made in 1980 in fantastic condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Flexible Nine Part Sectional Sofa by Preview, style of Vladimir Kagan, C 1980s
Flexible Nine Part Sectional Sofa by Preview, style of Vladimir Kagan, C 1980s

Flexible Nine Part Sectional Sofa by Preview, style of Vladimir Kagan, C 1980s

By Preview, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A large, dynamic and flexible sectional sofa designed in the style of Vladimir Kagan, by Preview

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Arne Norell Sofa with Cane
Arne Norell Sofa with Cane

Arne Norell Sofa with Cane

Unavailable|$2,860

Arne Norell Sofa with Cane

By Arne Norell

Located in Mørkøv, 85

Vintage sofa in light wood, caning and upholstered with the original cool fabric from the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Beech

Fantasy Islands Movable Sofa, Sofa Bed by Kurt Beier, circa 1980s. FINAL SALE!
Fantasy Islands Movable Sofa, Sofa Bed by Kurt Beier, circa 1980s. FINAL SALE!

Fantasy Islands Movable Sofa, Sofa Bed by Kurt Beier, circa 1980s. FINAL SALE!

By Kurt Beier

Located in Schagen, NL

Large and rare sculptural piece from the 1980s,-1990s which can be easily turned into an 'island

Category

Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Dieter Knoll Collection Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s
Dieter Knoll Collection Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s

Dieter Knoll Collection Two-Seat Sofa, 1980s

By Knoll Antimott

Located in Bucharest, RO

Dieter Knoll collection two-seat sofa, 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1980's Original Fabric Maralunga Sofa
1980's Original Fabric Maralunga Sofa

1980's Original Fabric Maralunga Sofa

By Vico Magistretti

Located in BE

This famous "Maralunga" sofa was designed by Vico Magistressti for the well known manufacturer

Category

Vintage 1970s European Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980's XXL Sofa
1980's XXL Sofa

1980's XXL Sofa

Sold|$11,798

1980's XXL Sofa

Located in Brecht, BE

Made in the 1980's for a house in Amsterdam, a unique piece, in very good vintage condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Sofas

Materials

Fabric

'Plumy' Sofa in Fabric by Annie Hieronimus, 1980s
'Plumy' Sofa in Fabric by Annie Hieronimus, 1980s

'Plumy' Sofa in Fabric by Annie Hieronimus, 1980s

By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus

Located in Lejre, DK

Great looking sofa in fabric. Designed Annie Hiéronimus and made by Cinna/Ligne Roset. the sofa is

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa
1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa

1980’s Postmodern Curved Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa

By Directional

Located in Lutz, FL

back c.1980’s. In the style of Vladimir Kagan. Beautiful post mod sofa with subtle curved shape

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Vintage Weiman Cloud Serpentine Sofa in Beige Fabric
1980s Vintage Weiman Cloud Serpentine Sofa in Beige Fabric

1980s Vintage Weiman Cloud Serpentine Sofa in Beige Fabric

By Weiman

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautiful and in excellent original condition. These sofas were designed to last decades and this

Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Maralunga Sofa, Foam and Fabric, 1980s Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Maralunga Sofa, Foam and Fabric, 1980s Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Maralunga Sofa, Foam and Fabric, 1980s Vico Magistretti, Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Milano, IT

3-seat sofa; foam padding, fabric covering. Back with adjustable headrest "due to allow the use of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Italian Modern Modular and Corner Sofa in White Fabric, 1980s
Italian Modern Modular and Corner Sofa in White Fabric, 1980s

Italian Modern Modular and Corner Sofa in White Fabric, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Modular and corner sofa in white fabric, 1980s Modular and corner sofa entirely

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sofa Fabric, France, 1980s-1990s
Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sofa Fabric, France, 1980s-1990s

Roche Bobois Mah Jong Sofa Fabric, France, 1980s-1990s

By Roche Bobois

Located in Milano, IT

Mah Jong" model modular sofa designed by Hans Hopfer in 1971 consisting of four seats, one of which

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Fabulous Newly Reupholstered 1980's Steve Chase Sofa
Fabulous Newly Reupholstered 1980's Steve Chase Sofa

Fabulous Newly Reupholstered 1980's Steve Chase Sofa

By Steve Chase

Located in New York, NY

Stunning 1980's Two piece sofa acquired directly from a prominent Palm Desert CA interior

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980's Art Deco Hollywood Regency Gondola Sofa by Bassett Furniture
1980's Art Deco Hollywood Regency Gondola Sofa by Bassett Furniture

1980's Art Deco Hollywood Regency Gondola Sofa by Bassett Furniture

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage 1980's Art Deco sofa for sale. Manufactured here in the US by Bassett Furniture, and is a

Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Brass

Italian modern Modular and corner sofa by Arflex in beige fabric, 1980s
Italian modern Modular and corner sofa by Arflex in beige fabric, 1980s

Italian modern Modular and corner sofa by Arflex in beige fabric, 1980s

By Arflex

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Modular and corner sofa by Arflex in beige fabric, 1980s Modular and corner sofa in

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian modern white fabric sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, 1980s
Italian modern white fabric sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, 1980s

Italian modern white fabric sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, 1980s

By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern white fabric sofa Cornaro by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, 1980s Three-seater sofa mod

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Square Sofa by M. Zanuso for Arflex Fabric Italy 1970s-1980s
Square Sofa by M. Zanuso for Arflex Fabric Italy 1970s-1980s

Square Sofa by M. Zanuso for Arflex Fabric Italy 1970s-1980s

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Milano, IT

2 seater sofa; foam padding and fabric covering, metal legs with wooden plate.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modular Cloud Sofa Bouclé Fabric by Opdipo, Italy, 1980s
Modular Cloud Sofa Bouclé Fabric by Opdipo, Italy, 1980s

Modular Cloud Sofa Bouclé Fabric by Opdipo, Italy, 1980s

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Huge modular cloud sofa couch settee or separate armchairs chairs "Divani Variabili" fully

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Italian mid-century modern Three-seater sofa in bamboo and fabric, 1980s
Italian mid-century modern Three-seater sofa in bamboo and fabric, 1980s

Italian mid-century modern Three-seater sofa in bamboo and fabric, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern Three-seater sofa in bamboo and fabric, 1980s A three-seater sofa in

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modern Sofa in Walnut and Fabric 1980s
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modern Sofa in Walnut and Fabric 1980s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modern Sofa in Walnut and Fabric 1980s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, IT

Large three-seat sofa by Afra and Tobia shoe from 1980. The sofa is in its original condition in

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1980s, Vintage Postmodern Cloud Sofa in Boucle Fabric
1980s, Vintage Postmodern Cloud Sofa in Boucle Fabric

1980s, Vintage Postmodern Cloud Sofa in Boucle Fabric

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Medina, OH

Beautifully reupholstered postmodern cloud sofa. This sofa is reupholstered using Crypton finished

Category

Vintage 1980s American Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Solid Teak Danish Modern Sofa in Silvery Gray Fabric, circa 1980s
Solid Teak Danish Modern Sofa in Silvery Gray Fabric, circa 1980s

Solid Teak Danish Modern Sofa in Silvery Gray Fabric, circa 1980s

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Restored vintage 1980s solid teak sofa with new silvery grey upholstery. This sleek couch spans

Category

Vintage 1980s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Grey Fabric Sity Sofa, 1980s
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Grey Fabric Sity Sofa, 1980s

Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Grey Fabric Sity Sofa, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Rochester, England

Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 1986, the SITY sofa was a bold new design

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s John Mascheroni Sofa
1980s John Mascheroni Sofa

1980s John Mascheroni Sofa

By John Mascheroni

Located in Chicago, IL

fully restored in Maharam textiles “Hearth” - excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vladimir Kagan, Rare Curved Sofa, Fabric, Ash, Weiman / Preview, 1980s, America
Vladimir Kagan, Rare Curved Sofa, Fabric, Ash, Weiman / Preview, 1980s, America

Vladimir Kagan, Rare Curved Sofa, Fabric, Ash, Weiman / Preview, 1980s, America

By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A rare curved sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. Produced by Weiman / Preview Furniture, 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Jan Des Bouvrie (Attr) Long Two Piece Gray Chenille Sofa for Gelderland, 1980's
Jan Des Bouvrie (Attr) Long Two Piece Gray Chenille Sofa for Gelderland, 1980's

Jan Des Bouvrie (Attr) Long Two Piece Gray Chenille Sofa for Gelderland, 1980's

By Gelderland

Located in Los Angeles, CA

known for their decades long collaboration with Dutch Designer Jan Des Bouvrie. This 1980's sofa with

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa Foam Fabric Leather 1980s-1990s Antonio Citterio for B&B
Sofa Foam Fabric Leather 1980s-1990s Antonio Citterio for B&B

Sofa Foam Fabric Leather 1980s-1990s Antonio Citterio for B&B

By B&B Italia

Located in Milano, IT

Sofa with foam padding, fabric covering, armrests covered with leather.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Foam

Corner Sofa by Frigerio Walnut Foam Fabric Italy, 1970s-1980s
Corner Sofa by Frigerio Walnut Foam Fabric Italy, 1970s-1980s

Corner Sofa by Frigerio Walnut Foam Fabric Italy, 1970s-1980s

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Milano, IT

wood, foam cushions with fabric upholstery of the period. Manufactured in Italy, 1970s-1980s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sofa Bamboo, Italy, 1970s-1980s
Sofa Bamboo, Italy, 1970s-1980s

Sofa Bamboo, Italy, 1970s-1980s

Located in Milano, IT

Sofa; bamboo, foam cushions with fabric cover.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Foam

1980s Vintage Postmodern Sofa
1980s Vintage Postmodern Sofa

1980s Vintage Postmodern Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Absolutely love the lines of this sofa. Use as is or redo in your favorite fabric. Also have the

Category

Vintage 1980s American Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Vintage Directional Sofa in Tan Upholstery
1980s Vintage Directional Sofa in Tan Upholstery

1980s Vintage Directional Sofa in Tan Upholstery

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

after: Vladimir Kagan Period: 1980s Place of origin: North America Materials: Fabric Condition: Good

Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Elysee Ganging Sofa by Steelcase circa 1980s
Elysee Ganging Sofa by Steelcase circa 1980s

Elysee Ganging Sofa by Steelcase circa 1980s

By Steelcase

Located in Medina, OH

Steelcase Modular Ganging Elysee Sofa in original plum performance fabric. The genius design of

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Plinio 3 Seater Sofa Oak, Italy, 1980s
Plinio 3 Seater Sofa Oak, Italy, 1980s

Plinio 3 Seater Sofa Oak, Italy, 1980s

By Plinio Il Giovane

Located in Milano, IT

3 Seater sofa; structure in stained oak, foam padding, fabric covering.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Oak

1980s Postmodern Mauve Bullnose Design Mauve Loveseat Sofa
1980s Postmodern Mauve Bullnose Design Mauve Loveseat Sofa

1980s Postmodern Mauve Bullnose Design Mauve Loveseat Sofa

Located in Stafford, TX

Beautiful reupholstered in the early 2000s beautiful mauve sofa! Amazing lines, very comfortable

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage postmodern curved pastel sofa, USA 1980s- two available
Vintage postmodern curved pastel sofa, USA 1980s- two available

Vintage postmodern curved pastel sofa, USA 1980s- two available

Located in Hastings, GB

Post modern pastel curvaceous Kagan style sofa, USA 1980s. Matching pair available- selling

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage curved asymmetric sofa by Thayer Coggin, USA 1980s.
Vintage curved asymmetric sofa by Thayer Coggin, USA 1980s.

Vintage curved asymmetric sofa by Thayer Coggin, USA 1980s.

By Thayer Coggin

Located in Hastings, GB

A curved, asymmetric sofa by Thayer Coggin, USA 1980s. Really comfortable. The ivory abstract

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large vintage post modern curvaceous corner sofa, USA 1980s
Large vintage post modern curvaceous corner sofa, USA 1980s

Large vintage post modern curvaceous corner sofa, USA 1980s

Located in Hastings, GB

Large curvaceous corner sofa, USA 1980s. One of the most comfortable we've had, with plump & soft

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s 3-Seater Sofa, Czechoslovakia
1980s 3-Seater Sofa, Czechoslovakia

1980s 3-Seater Sofa, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Le Corbusier Sofa LC2 Produced by Cassina, 1980s
Vintage Le Corbusier Sofa LC2 Produced by Cassina, 1980s

Vintage Le Corbusier Sofa LC2 Produced by Cassina, 1980s

By Cassina, Le Corbusier

Located in Milano, IT

Two-seat sofa, foam padding, fabric coating, metal structure. Original model designed by Le

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1980s 6 Piece Henredon Folio 500 Modular Sectional Sofa
Vintage 1980s 6 Piece Henredon Folio 500 Modular Sectional Sofa

Vintage 1980s 6 Piece Henredon Folio 500 Modular Sectional Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning original 1980s Henredon Foli 500 sectional sofa, newly reupholstered ready for another

Category

Vintage 1980s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Contemporary Modernist Pair of Tufted Cream Directional Sofas, 1980s
Contemporary Modernist Pair of Tufted Cream Directional Sofas, 1980s

Contemporary Modernist Pair of Tufted Cream Directional Sofas, 1980s

By Directional

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a delightful pair of tufted, cream sofas, by Directional, circa 1980s. In

Category

Vintage 1980s American Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Tuxedo White Three-Seater Sofa
1980s Tuxedo White Three-Seater Sofa

1980s Tuxedo White Three-Seater Sofa

By Milo Baughman

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a chic, tuxedo sofa in the style of Milo Baughman, circa the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France
Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France

Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France

By Roche Bobois

Located in Toronto, ON

Spectacular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois (tagged). Made in France by custom order in the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Sunset in New York, Vintage Sofa by Gaetano Pesce, Italy, 1980s
Sunset in New York, Vintage Sofa by Gaetano Pesce, Italy, 1980s

Sunset in New York, Vintage Sofa by Gaetano Pesce, Italy, 1980s

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Roma, IT

1980s. Fabric, Wood, Polyurethane. Outstanding piece, first edition, in very good condition

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Polystyrene

1980s American 3 Section Modular Sofa by Preview Furniture inc Ottoman
1980s American 3 Section Modular Sofa by Preview Furniture inc Ottoman

1980s American 3 Section Modular Sofa by Preview Furniture inc Ottoman

By Preview, Weiman Preview Furniture

Located in London, England

An extremely comfortable modular "slipper" sofa by Preview USA. Made in the USA during the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, 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.