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1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Loveseat Sofa
1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Loveseat Sofa

1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Loveseat Sofa

By Howard Furniture Manufacturing

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Comfort is king with this stylish vintage 1980s barrel shaped loveseat sofa by Howard Furniture

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Country Modern Spindle Back 1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Sofa Couch
Country Modern Spindle Back 1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Sofa Couch

Country Modern Spindle Back 1980s Howard Solid Oak Barrel Shaped Sofa Couch

By Howard Furniture Manufacturing

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Comfort is king with this stylish vintage 1980s barrel shaped sofa by Howard Furniture. American

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Contemporary Modern Elam for Pace Sofa Loveseat, 1980s
Contemporary Modern Elam for Pace Sofa Loveseat, 1980s

Contemporary Modern Elam for Pace Sofa Loveseat, 1980s

By Elam, Pace Collection

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a superb short sofa or loveseat, by Elam for Pace, circa 1980s. In

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Vintage 1980s Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Post Modern Serpentine Asymmetrical Architectural Bench / Sofa, c. 1980s
Post Modern Serpentine Asymmetrical Architectural Bench / Sofa, c. 1980s

Post Modern Serpentine Asymmetrical Architectural Bench / Sofa, c. 1980s

Located in Deland, FL

Unique, Free form and definitely a one of a kind statement piece for your space. ---Dimensions--- Width: 62 in / 157.48 cm Depth: 40 in / 101.6 cm Height: 40.5 in / 102.87 cm Seat ...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric

1980s Postmodern Reupholstered Taupe Curved Channel Sofa
1980s Postmodern Reupholstered Taupe Curved Channel Sofa

1980s Postmodern Reupholstered Taupe Curved Channel Sofa

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a newly reupholstered, beautiful sofa circa the 1980s. Boasting a

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Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset Michel Ducaroy Togo Trio Set Sofa Loveseat & Lounge Chair, 1980s
Ligne Roset Michel Ducaroy Togo Trio Set Sofa Loveseat & Lounge Chair, 1980s

Ligne Roset Michel Ducaroy Togo Trio Set Sofa Loveseat & Lounge Chair, 1980s

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Set: Includes sofa lounge measures 32 H x 72 W x 42D, Seat 14 H Includes loveseat lounge settee

Category

Vintage 1980s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

B&B Italia Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio, Sity Collection, 1980s
B&B Italia Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio, Sity Collection, 1980s

B&B Italia Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio, Sity Collection, 1980s

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

This is a very rare sofa, model Baisity, created in 1986 by Antonio Citterio who won the Compasso

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Fabric

1980s Sity Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
1980s Sity Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia

1980s Sity Sofa Daybed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed for B&B Italia in 1986, Antonio Citterio's Sity sofa system was awarded Italy's most

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Daybeds

Materials

Steel

Model Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s
Model Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s

Model Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

. Good condition wit normal signs of wear. 1980s - Italy (stamped MAR - 1980) Dimensions: Width

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s
Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s

Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s

By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

An organic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman preview furniture. Sofa is in its original

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vladimir Kagan "Cloud" Sofa 1980s
Vladimir Kagan "Cloud" Sofa 1980s

Vladimir Kagan "Cloud" Sofa 1980s

Located in New York, NY

  Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture. American, 1980's.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original Off-White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s
Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original Off-White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s

Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original Off-White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s

By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

original fabric and would benefit from reupholstery. Please note that we have an additional sofa

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Marge Carson Slipper Sofa
1980s Marge Carson Slipper Sofa

1980s Marge Carson Slipper Sofa

By Marge Carson

Located in Dallas, TX

1980s Marge Carson slipper sofa. Good vintage condition with original tags. Reupholstery

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980s White Kidney Curved Cloud Sofas – a Pair
1980s White Kidney Curved Cloud Sofas – a Pair

1980s White Kidney Curved Cloud Sofas – a Pair

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a pair of vintage curved sofas, circa the 1970s. Ideal for mixing into

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Contemporary Modern Pair of Curved Serpentine Sofas 1980s
Contemporary Modern Pair of Curved Serpentine Sofas 1980s

Contemporary Modern Pair of Curved Serpentine Sofas 1980s

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a breathtaking pair of curved, serpentine sofas, circa the 1980s. In

Category

Vintage 1980s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Postmodern Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1980s
Postmodern Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1980s

Postmodern Three-Seater Sofa, Italy 1980s

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

Striking postmodern three-seater sofa from Italy, dating to the 1980s. With its bold black

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s
Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Greding, DE

armrests are made of metal. The Sity sofa was designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 1986 and was

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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

1980s Vintage Curved Kidney Postmodern Sofa
1980s Vintage Curved Kidney Postmodern Sofa

1980s Vintage Curved Kidney Postmodern Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Oooh what a good shape! I can see this in a banquette or living area. The cushion foam and fabric

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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Curved Cloud Sofa in Earth Toned Upholstery, United States 1980s
Curved Cloud Sofa in Earth Toned Upholstery, United States 1980s

Curved Cloud Sofa in Earth Toned Upholstery, United States 1980s

Located in Utrecht, NL

interior. The sofa’s silhouette embodies the postmodern sensibilities of the 1980s, rejecting rigid

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Danish Sofa by Søren Lund, 1980s
Vintage Danish Sofa by Søren Lund, 1980s

Vintage Danish Sofa by Søren Lund, 1980s

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish sofa by Søren Lund, 1980s Comfortable and colorful Boho sofa from Søren Lund Møbler

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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Steve Chase for Martin Brattrud Postmodern Sectional Sofa, 1980s
Steve Chase for Martin Brattrud Postmodern Sectional Sofa, 1980s

Steve Chase for Martin Brattrud Postmodern Sectional Sofa, 1980s

By Martin Brattrud, Steve Chase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1980s style which he was well known for. Manufactured by Martin Brattrud, the comfortable sofa proves

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Buffalo, NY

Le Bambole sofa by renowned designer Mario Bellini, upholstered in luxurious fabric, an exquisite

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Custom-Made 1980s Sofa from a Steve Chase Estate
Custom-Made 1980s Sofa from a Steve Chase Estate

Custom-Made 1980s Sofa from a Steve Chase Estate

By Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A custom-made original 1980s Pop Art placement print sofa made for the Desert Estate entirely

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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

Vintage 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt, 3 Pcs
Vintage 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt, 3 Pcs

Vintage 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa by Bernhardt, 3 Pcs

By Saporiti, Bernhardt

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

USA, 1980s Loungey three piece sectional sofa by Bernhardt. Cool L-shaped sides, flip over back

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s
Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s

Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Large 'Sity' sofa set designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B italia. This sofa is upholstered in

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1980s Milo Baughman Style Three Piece L-Shaped Sectional
1980s Milo Baughman Style Three Piece L-Shaped Sectional

1980s Milo Baughman Style Three Piece L-Shaped Sectional

By Milo Baughman

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

, circa the 1980s. This L-shape cornering sofa features slim arms, clean Mid-Century lines and

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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Jay Spectre, Sofa, Rattan / Wicker, Fabric, Century United States, 1980s
Jay Spectre, Sofa, Rattan / Wicker, Fabric, Century United States, 1980s

Jay Spectre, Sofa, Rattan / Wicker, Fabric, Century United States, 1980s

By Jay Spectre

Located in High Point, NC

A modernist sofa designed by Jay Spectre. Produced in the 1980s, USA. Labeled. In intricately woven

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Two-Seat Sofa With a Fantastic Fabric, Italy, 1980s
Two-Seat Sofa With a Fantastic Fabric, Italy, 1980s

Two-Seat Sofa With a Fantastic Fabric, Italy, 1980s

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Fantastic two-seat sofa with a great fabric cover. Very high-quality work, the back cushions are

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Down

Sofa Grey, Danish Design, 1980s
Sofa Grey, Danish Design, 1980s

Sofa Grey, Danish Design, 1980s

Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie

Sofa was made in the 1980s, Danish production. Furniture structure made of wood. Legs made of

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Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1980s
Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1980s

Sofa Designed by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1980s

By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Palm Springs, CA

a bolder manner. The segmented curved legs of the sofa are chrome plated metal. The fabric is a high

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Moment Sofa By Niels Gammelgaard For Ikea, 1980s
Moment Sofa By Niels Gammelgaard For Ikea, 1980s

Moment Sofa By Niels Gammelgaard For Ikea, 1980s

By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Zagreb, HR

Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea 'Moment' sofa, designed 1986. The moment sofa was designed by Niels

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1980s Busnelli Sofa and End Tables
1980s Busnelli Sofa and End Tables

1980s Busnelli Sofa and End Tables

By Busnelli

Located in Brussels, BE

. Reupholstered in white fabric Sofa: 2.16 m long, 80 cm high, 90 cm deep, seat height 43 cm Low end table: 70

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

1980s Floating Sofa in Soft Grey Tweed
1980s Floating Sofa in Soft Grey Tweed

1980s Floating Sofa in Soft Grey Tweed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Measures: W 95 D 36.5 H 22.5 Vintage sofa in the manner of Milo Baughman. Item is in great

Category

Late 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seat Sofa, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seat Sofa, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seat Sofa, 1980s

Located in Bucharest, RO

Mid-Century Modern orange three-seat sofa, 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seater Sofa, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seater Sofa, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seater Sofa, 1980s

Located in Bucharest, RO

Mid-Century Modern Orange Three-Seater Sofa, 1980s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bocca Sofa by Studio 65 for Gufram, Iconic Pop Art Radical Design, Italy, 1980s
Bocca Sofa by Studio 65 for Gufram, Iconic Pop Art Radical Design, Italy, 1980s

Bocca Sofa by Studio 65 for Gufram, Iconic Pop Art Radical Design, Italy, 1980s

By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture

Located in Zagreb, HR

Iconic Bocca Sofa by Studio 65 was designed in 1972 for a fitness centre in Milan, Italy Using

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset, 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa
Ligne Roset, 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa

Ligne Roset, 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa

By Ligne Roset

Located in Pasadena, CA

Ligne Roset sectional sofa. Abstract cotton-blend pattern in blues, pinks, purples, greens, and

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Red Sofa "Quadrio 960" by Micheal McCoy for Artifort, 1980s
Red Sofa "Quadrio 960" by Micheal McCoy for Artifort, 1980s

Red Sofa "Quadrio 960" by Micheal McCoy for Artifort, 1980s

By Michael McCoy, Artifort

Located in Porto, PT

Two Quadrio seating elements from the 1980s, the Memphis period. Michael McCoy designed these

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Pipeline Sofas by Foersom & Lorenzen for Erik Jørgensen, Set of 2, 1980s
Vintage Pipeline Sofas by Foersom & Lorenzen for Erik Jørgensen, Set of 2, 1980s

Vintage Pipeline Sofas by Foersom & Lorenzen for Erik Jørgensen, Set of 2, 1980s

By Erik Ole Jørgensen, Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Johannes Foersom

Located in Bucharest, RO

maufactured by Erik Jørgensen in Denmark in the 1980s. They feature their original red fabric upholstery

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Curved Modular Sectional, 1980s
Curved Modular Sectional, 1980s

Curved Modular Sectional, 1980s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This custom cream sectional is like a cloud made of marshmallows, but without the stickiness. It's the perfect spot to sink into after a long day and dream about all the things you'l...

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage 1980s Postmodern Custom Sectional Featuring Unique Wave Curves
Vintage 1980s Postmodern Custom Sectional Featuring Unique Wave Curves

Vintage 1980s Postmodern Custom Sectional Featuring Unique Wave Curves

By Karl Springer

Located in Bartlett, IL

Unique custom gray curved sectional sofa chaise. A vintage beauty sure to make an impactful

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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Curved Back Progetti Sofa by Giorgetti Italy, 1980s
Curved Back Progetti Sofa by Giorgetti Italy, 1980s

Curved Back Progetti Sofa by Giorgetti Italy, 1980s

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Umberto Asnago, a lounge sofa model Progetti for Giorgetti. Designed in 1987. Frame of solid beech

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vico Magistretti 2-Seater Loveseat Maralunga Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Vico Magistretti 2-Seater Loveseat Maralunga Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

Vico Magistretti 2-Seater Loveseat Maralunga Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Antwerpen, BE

1980’s. This very comfortable bench is upholstered with the original two toned, dark grey, striped

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Vintage 2-Seater Sofa By Antonio Citterio For Moroso in Green Fabric, 1980's
Vintage 2-Seater Sofa By Antonio Citterio For Moroso in Green Fabric, 1980's

Vintage 2-Seater Sofa By Antonio Citterio For Moroso in Green Fabric, 1980's

By Moroso, Antonio Citterio

Located in Zagreb, HR

Alcantara fabric The sofa is almost in a pristine condition It is marked with manufacturer's logo and it

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980s Curved Sofa After Vladimir Kagan
1980s Curved Sofa After Vladimir Kagan

1980s Curved Sofa After Vladimir Kagan

Located in Houston, TX

simple wooden legs underneath. Believed to be made by Weiman Wear is constant with age. Fabric shows

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s
Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s

By Mario Bellini, Andree Putman, Antonio Citterio

Located in Vienna, AT

Antonio Citterio, 'Sity' Sofa for B&B Italia, 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Foam, Down

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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 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.
  • 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.