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Rosenthal Hombre 2 seater leather sofa by Burkhard Vogtherr
Rosenthal Hombre 2 seater leather sofa by Burkhard Vogtherr

Rosenthal Hombre 2 seater leather sofa by Burkhard Vogtherr

By Rosenthal, Burkhard Vogtherr

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This leather sofa, in an exceptional blue/black leather tone, with an anthracite-colored, brown

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 2 Seater 'Erasmo' Black Leather Sofa + Table B&B Italia 1973
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 2 Seater 'Erasmo' Black Leather Sofa + Table B&B Italia 1973

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 2 Seater 'Erasmo' Black Leather Sofa + Table B&B Italia 1973

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

This black leather 2 seater + matching table version 'Erasmo' sectional sofa was produced in 1976

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Plywood

Vintage Leather De Sede 2-Seater Daybed Sofa 1970/80s
Vintage Leather De Sede 2-Seater Daybed Sofa 1970/80s

Vintage Leather De Sede 2-Seater Daybed Sofa 1970/80s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

previously adjustable. The sofa can be used as a 2-seater sofa or a 1-person sleeping sofa / daybed. It

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

Knoll Studio "Florence Knoll" 2-Seat Sofa - In Mink Velvet
Knoll Studio "Florence Knoll" 2-Seat Sofa - In Mink Velvet

Knoll Studio "Florence Knoll" 2-Seat Sofa - In Mink Velvet

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is a rare, original "Florence Knoll" 2-Seat Sofa, from the world renown

Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mario Bellini Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa, B&B Italia
Mario Bellini Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa, B&B Italia

Mario Bellini Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa, B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini

Located in Toronto, CA

roundness, gentle harmony and playful informality are the keynotes of the Bambole . The 2-seater boasts

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Foam

De Sede 2-Seat Sofa, DS31 in Charcoal Leather, Switzerland
De Sede 2-Seat Sofa, DS31 in Charcoal Leather, Switzerland

De Sede 2-Seat Sofa, DS31 in Charcoal Leather, Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Very comfortable 2-seat sofa model DS 31 from De Sede Switzerland. The sofa is upholstered with

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

VINTAGE STUNNiNG CHOCOLATE BROWN LEATHER 2 TO 3 SEATER SOFA
VINTAGE STUNNiNG CHOCOLATE BROWN LEATHER 2 TO 3 SEATER SOFA

VINTAGE STUNNiNG CHOCOLATE BROWN LEATHER 2 TO 3 SEATER SOFA

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are excited to present this stunning chocolate brown leather sofa. It can sit 2 up to 3 people

Category

20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Leather DS11 Modular 2-seater Sofa 1960s Switzerland
De Sede Leather DS11 Modular 2-seater Sofa 1960s Switzerland

De Sede Leather DS11 Modular 2-seater Sofa 1960s Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Debrecen, HU

Presenting the De Sede DS-11 modular 2-seater sofa, a masterpiece of Swiss craftsmanship from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Limited Edition Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini, 1980s
Limited Edition Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini, 1980s

Limited Edition Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Limited edition Le Bambole 2-seater sofa with velvet S. Dall'Alba print by Mario Bellini for B&B

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Otto Zapf Arcona 2 seater leather sofa for Art Collection, 1980
Otto Zapf Arcona 2 seater leather sofa for Art Collection, 1980

Otto Zapf Arcona 2 seater leather sofa for Art Collection, 1980

By Otto Zapf

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This Arcona leather sofa is in very good condition. The thick black leather shows minimal signs of

Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Thomas Lloyd Red Oxblood Leather 2 Seater Sofa / Armchair's Available
Vintage Thomas Lloyd Red Oxblood Leather 2 Seater Sofa / Armchair's Available

Vintage Thomas Lloyd Red Oxblood Leather 2 Seater Sofa / Armchair's Available

By Thomas Lloyd

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful top-quality Thomas Lloyd 2-seater sofa, often

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

Green Leather 2-Seater 'DS-70' Sofa by De Sede, 1980s
Green Leather 2-Seater 'DS-70' Sofa by De Sede, 1980s

Green Leather 2-Seater 'DS-70' Sofa by De Sede, 1980s

By De Sede

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Solid 2,5-seater sofa produced by De Sede in Switzerland. Made of the highest quality buffalo

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Leather 2-Seat Sofa "Fiandra" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970, Italy
Leather 2-Seat Sofa "Fiandra" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970, Italy

Leather 2-Seat Sofa "Fiandra" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970, Italy

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in The Hague, NL

. Model: Fiandra. Modular sofa can used as two-seat sofa or two separate lounge chairs. Black leather

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" Set 2-seater sofa and lounge Chair For Cassina
Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" Set 2-seater sofa and lounge Chair For Cassina

Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" Set 2-seater sofa and lounge Chair For Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in The Hague, NL

If it's classic Italian style you're after, look no further! Maralunga Set inluding a 2-seater

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1/2 Three-Seat Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973
1/2 Three-Seat Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973

1/2 Three-Seat Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Echt, NL

Large three-seat Cassina Maralunga sofa in very good condition. Designed by Vico Magistretti in

Category

20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Metal

Java Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa Part of Suite by John Lewis
Java Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa Part of Suite by John Lewis

Java Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa Part of Suite by John Lewis

By John Lewis

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning John Lewis Java brown leather two seater sofa

Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Purple 2 Seater Sofa
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Purple 2 Seater Sofa

Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Purple 2 Seater Sofa

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Rochester, England

order aubergine purple velvet fabric. Measurements: Small 2 seater sofa 131 cm (W) x 70 cm (H) x

Category

Vintage 1980s French Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in amstelveen, NL

Le Bambole original black leather sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s. An iconic piece of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Original J. Lund & O. Larsen 2 Seater Leather & Steel Sofa Mod. BO-912 by BO-EX
Original J. Lund & O. Larsen 2 Seater Leather & Steel Sofa Mod. BO-912 by BO-EX

Original J. Lund & O. Larsen 2 Seater Leather & Steel Sofa Mod. BO-912 by BO-EX

By Jørgen Lund & Ole Larsen

Located in Berlin, DE

expensive leather variant). 2 seater, frame in curved flat steel (stainless steel). Armrests also with

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

2 Seater by Ivan Schlechter
2 Seater by Ivan Schlechter

2 Seater by Ivan Schlechter

By Ivan Schlechter

Located in Copenhagen, DK

2 seater sofa in original patinated black leather with oak legs. Ivan Schlechter.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

PK 31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm
PK 31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm

PK 31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm

By E. Kold Christensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

PK 31/2 – 2-seat sofa in patinated black leather on matt chromed steel frame. Two pieces in stock

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Pk31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjaerholm
Pk31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjaerholm

Pk31/2 Sofa by Poul Kjaerholm

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Dronten, NL

Poul Kjaerholm PK31/2 two-seat sofa in black dyed leather and matte chrome steel. Nice patina and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Le Bambole - 2 seater, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Le Bambole - 2 seater, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.

Le Bambole - 2 seater, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.

By Mario Bellini

Located in Las Vegas, NV

. Denser towards the base, getting softer and lighter towards the seat. Winner of the Compasso D’oro, 1979

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Togo 2-Seater and Corner by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
Togo 2-Seater and Corner by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

Togo 2-Seater and Corner by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Iconic Togo seating set designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, consisting of a 2-seater and a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Foam

Sofa by Ole Wanscher
Sofa by Ole Wanscher

Sofa by Ole Wanscher

By A. J. Iversen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

OW 602 - 2-seat sofa in original, patinated black leather on a frame of mahogany. Maker A. J

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 47 / 3 & DS 42 / 2-Seat Dark Brown Buffalo Leather Switzerland
De Sede DS 47 / 3 & DS 42 / 2-Seat Dark Brown Buffalo Leather Switzerland

De Sede DS 47 / 3 & DS 42 / 2-Seat Dark Brown Buffalo Leather Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Munster, NRW

DS47 sofa can be extracted for more comfort lounge position. DS / 2-seat 165 cm wide 95 cm deep 72.5 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown 2-Seat Chesterfield Club
1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown 2-Seat Chesterfield Club

1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown 2-Seat Chesterfield Club

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled cushions A really very rare find

Category

Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Cowhide Sofa, 1980s USA
Cowhide Sofa, 1980s USA

Cowhide Sofa, 1980s USA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible 2 seat cowhide sofa in black and white. Great coloring and contrast within the sofa as

Category

Vintage 1980s American Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa Birch Legs
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa Birch Legs

Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa Birch Legs

By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Mid century Danish modern beautiful Black leather 2 seat sofa birch legs. Style of Børge Mogensen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Birch

Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Black Leather 2 Seater Pumpkin Loveseat Sofa
Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Black Leather 2 Seater Pumpkin Loveseat Sofa

Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset Black Leather 2 Seater Pumpkin Loveseat Sofa

By Ligne Roset, Pierre Paulin

Located in Rochester, England

of the sofa offers two round seat cushions and backrests with the classic quilted design

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Mid century Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa oak Legs
Mid century Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa oak Legs

Mid century Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa oak Legs

By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Scandinavian modern Curved arm Low Mid century Danish modern Black leather 2 seat sofa

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Birch

2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Solid Walnut and Black Leather
2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Solid Walnut and Black Leather

2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Solid Walnut and Black Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Kansas City, MO

Eames two seat sofa loveseat for Herman Miller. Early production. Black Leather and solid walnut

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Aluminum

Poul Kjaerholm PK31 / 2 Sofa 2-Seat Leather E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s
Poul Kjaerholm PK31 / 2 Sofa 2-Seat Leather E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s

Poul Kjaerholm PK31 / 2 Sofa 2-Seat Leather E. Kold Christensen Denmark, 1960s

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Berlin, DE

Poul Kjaerholm PK31/2 Sofa with black leather and (matte) chromed steel. Produced by E. Kold

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Leather Sloop 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Leather Sloop 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Leather Sloop 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy

Located in New York, NY

Leather Sloop 2-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Pair of Contemporary Danish Leather 2-Seater Sofas, Style of Mogens Hansen
Pair of Contemporary Danish Leather 2-Seater Sofas, Style of Mogens Hansen

Pair of Contemporary Danish Leather 2-Seater Sofas, Style of Mogens Hansen

By Mogens Hansen

Located in Norwalk, CT

A sleek pair of loveseats or small sofas in black genuine leather upholstery, with track arms and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Original Chesterfield Set 2 Two-Seater Sofa and Armchairs Green by Centurion
Original Chesterfield Set 2 Two-Seater Sofa and Armchairs Green by Centurion

Original Chesterfield Set 2 Two-Seater Sofa and Armchairs Green by Centurion

Located in Berlin, DE

Chesterfield article is a great investment for many, many years. Dimensions. Sofa. Height: 80 cm Widht

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Le Bambole Settee / 2-Seat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
Le Bambole Settee / 2-Seat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s

Le Bambole Settee / 2-Seat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Berlin, DE

'Le Bambole' 2-seat sofa, designed in 1970s by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Settees

Materials

Steel

Artifort Black Leather Living-room Set with Coffee Table and Insert Burner.
Artifort Black Leather Living-room Set with Coffee Table and Insert Burner.

Artifort Black Leather Living-room Set with Coffee Table and Insert Burner.

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Antwerp, BE

Paulin and manufactured by Artifort, 1960's. This 2 seater sofa in quality black leather and chrome

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Living room set in burgundy velvet, France, 1980s
Living room set in burgundy velvet, France, 1980s

Living room set in burgundy velvet, France, 1980s

By Jacques Charpentier, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Lyon, FR

Albany or Jacques Charpentier. Composed of a 2-seats sofa and an armchair. Black wood laminate on wooden

Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Le Mura 2 seater Sofa *Showroom sample
Le Mura 2 seater Sofa *Showroom sample

Le Mura 2 seater Sofa *Showroom sample

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in Carson, CA

Le Mura Designed by Mario Bellini Le Mura cannot be defined as a simple sofa: it is a modular

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Erik Jørgensen 2 1/2 Seat Sofas Model EJ550 in Black Leather
Pair of Erik Jørgensen 2 1/2 Seat Sofas Model EJ550 in Black Leather

Pair of Erik Jørgensen 2 1/2 Seat Sofas Model EJ550 in Black Leather

By Erik Ole Jørgensen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of Danish Mid-Century sofas designed and made by Erik Jørgensen. The sofas are 2 1/2 seaters

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Nicoletti Salotti Ambassador leather 2 seater sofa
Nicoletti Salotti Ambassador leather 2 seater sofa

Nicoletti Salotti Ambassador leather 2 seater sofa

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

An Ambassador 2 seater black leather sofa in excellent condition. The sofa has soft leather which

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Midcentury Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat long Sofa Wood Legs
Midcentury Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat long Sofa Wood Legs

Midcentury Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 2 Seat long Sofa Wood Legs

By Børge Mogensen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Great mid century Danish modern Black leather long 2 seat sofa with square wood legs. Style of

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Black Suede 2-Seater Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Pair of Black Suede 2-Seater Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Pair of Black Suede 2-Seater Maralunga Sofas by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Iconic Mid-Century Modern pair of Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofas / armchairs by Vico

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Black Leather 2-Seat Sofa with Legs of Mahogany, Model 2212, by Børge Mogensen
Black Leather 2-Seat Sofa with Legs of Mahogany, Model 2212, by Børge Mogensen

Black Leather 2-Seat Sofa with Legs of Mahogany, Model 2212, by Børge Mogensen

By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen

Located in Lejre, DK

Black leather 2-seat sofa with legs of mahogany, model 2212, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1962 and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Togo Blue 2-seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Mid Century Togo Blue 2-seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

Mid Century Togo Blue 2-seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Rochester, England

, has become a design Classic. This 2 seater sofa is incredibly versatile and can be used alone or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Ligne Roset Togo by Michel Ducaroy Purple Velvet 2 Seater Sofa
Ligne Roset Togo by Michel Ducaroy Purple Velvet 2 Seater Sofa

Ligne Roset Togo by Michel Ducaroy Purple Velvet 2 Seater Sofa

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Rochester, England

order aubergine purple velvet fabric. Measurements: Small 2 seater sofa 131 cm (W) x 70 cm (H) x

Category

Vintage 1980s French Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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2 Seater Sofa Black For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 2 seater sofa black available at 1stDibs. A 2 seater sofa black — often made from animal skin, leather and fabric — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 2 seater sofa black, we have 723 options in-stock, while there are 229 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 2 seater sofa black, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A 2 seater sofa black is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one 2 seater sofa black that is appealing in its simplicity, but Rolf Benz, De Sede and Koinor produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 2 Seater Sofa Black?

Prices for a 2 seater sofa black can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $213 and can go as high as $50,330, while the average can fetch as much as $2,465.

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.