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Agnes S-Couch 3-Seat
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Agnes may be our most customizable piece by being completely modular. Choose from different sizes, with the option of two arms, one arm or none and a great range of materials to choo...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Agnes S-Couch 3-Seat
Agnes S-Couch 3-Seat
H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 28.35 in
Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This Italian vintage sofa is a striking piece, defined by its elegant and beautifully flowing
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
H 31.89 in W 74.41 in D 39.38 in
Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This vintage three-seat sofa from the mid-century period matches the expression 'retro-modern'.The
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Italian 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
H 37.41 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
Danish 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Vintage Danish sofa from approx. 1960s. It is a modern design with sharp lines that stand out. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Danish 3 Seater Sofa  1960's
Danish 3 Seater Sofa  1960's
H 30.71 in W 78.35 in D 30.71 in
Vintage cubistic 3-seater sofa, 1970's
By Gelderland
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This stunning vintage 3-seater sofa is a good looking and solid cubistic design. Made of a solid
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage cubistic 3-seater sofa, 1970's
Vintage cubistic 3-seater sofa, 1970's
H 27.56 in W 81.89 in D 34.65 in
Ire Mobler 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Sofa made by Ire Mobler, founded in 1939 in Skillingaryd, Småland, southern Sweden.Ire design sofas
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Ire Mobler 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
Ire Mobler 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
H 30.71 in W 79.93 in D 33.86 in
ARNE NORELL 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
By Arne Norell
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Leather sofa manufactured by Swedish designer Arne Norell for the leather company Coja between 1963
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

ARNE NORELL 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
ARNE NORELL 3 Seater Sofa 1960's
H 27.96 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Vintage 1980's Danish 3 Seater Sofa
Located in Basildon, London
The Vintage 1980s Danish 3 Seater Sofa is a standout piece, blending retro aesthetics with
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage 1980's Danish 3 Seater Sofa
Vintage 1980's Danish 3 Seater Sofa
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 35.83 in
Mid-Century 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in germany - Made of leather - Has some signs use - On the right side, the elbow rest has collapsed - Good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
Mid-Century 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
H 27.56 in W 73.23 in D 27.17 in
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of chrome, fabric - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
H 28.75 in W 73.23 in D 38.98 in
alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater 40's sweden
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tomi, Nagano
Manufactured in the 1940s. Made in Sweden. This is a rare 3-seater tank sofa. This item has already
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch, Fabric

alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater  40's sweden
alvar aalto tank sofa 3 seater  40's sweden
H 27.56 in W 72.45 in D 36.62 in
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A mid-century italian designer sofa from the 1950’s. Upholstered in a maroon red velvet with an
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
Mid-Century Italian Velvet 3-seater Sofa, 1950's
H 33.47 in W 84.65 in D 33.86 in
Midcentury Modern Design Boucle 3 Seat Sofa, Italy 1970's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Italy, 1970's period. Has a brand
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

1970's Midcentury Modern Italian Design Leather 3 Seat Sofa
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design Leather 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Italy, 1960's / 70's period
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Early 1900's Design High Wing Back 3 Seat Sofa
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Original early 1900's design high wing back 3 seat sofa. Made in France, 1920's - 1930's. High wing
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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Early 1900's Design High Wing Back 3 Seat Sofa
Early 1900's Design High Wing Back 3 Seat Sofa
H 42.13 in W 68.12 in D 31.5 in
1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Belgian Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Belgium, 1960's period
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

1960's Midcentury Modern Dutch Design 3 Seat Sofa Bench
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design 3 Seat Sofa Bench, made in the Netherlands 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Leather 3-Seat Club Sofa, Italy 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A magnificent leather Club sofa, made in Italy in the 70's. The cushions and the backrest are
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century 3-Seat Sofa or Daybed, Jitona, 1970's
By Jitona
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood, leatherette Daybed :Height- 87 :Depth-136 Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather, Wood

Danish 3-Seater Beech 'Maria' Sofa From Stouby, Circa 1980's
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
molded into its elegantly curved shape, this 3-seater sofa can be a stunning centerpiece of the living
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Suede

Warren McArthur Pair of Matched Sofas Model 917-3 s C. 1938
By Warren McArthur, Warren McArthur Corporation
Located in Camden, ME
A Warren McArthur Corporation matched pair of model 917-3 3-seater sofas from the late 30s. The
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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Wonderful Percival Lafer Rosewood 3 Seater Cognac leather "S-1" Sofa Mid-Century
By Percival Lafer
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Percival Lafer rosewood and leather 3-seater S-1 sofa. The S-1 design features Brazilian
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid-Century Danish Modern 1950's 3-Seat Sofa in Teak and Wool
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sofa manufactured in the late 1950's. Classic design with low elegant lines and yet
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Full "S Arm" rattan living room set featuring three-seat sofa and matching lounge chairs. This arm
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Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Solid Teak Danish Modern 3- Seater Sofa by Sun Cabinet, c. 1980's
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Deland, FL
Exceptional vintage solid teak three-seater sofa by Sun Cabinet. The Danish modern design features
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Vintage 1980s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

1970's Mid Century Modern Selig of Monroe 3-Piece Modular Sectional
By Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern 3-piece modular lounge couch for sale. Was professionally
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa, 1970s Mid Century Modular Chair B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda", 1970's 3 piece modular sofa in original fabric with armrests. A
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1920's WALNUT & CHINOISERIE 3 PIECE BERGERE SOFA ARMCHAIR SUITE FOR RESTORATION
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chinese Export Circa 1920's Chinoiserie Bergere suite with hand painted and lacquered frames Please note
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

1930's Art Deco 3-Piece / Stick wICKER / Split Reed Sofa and Chairs, Ypsilanti
By Ypsilanti Reed Furniture Corp
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning 1930's Art Deco 3-Piece / Stick wICKER / Split Reed Sofa and Chairs, attrib to Ypsilanti
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Reed

Original 1960’s Leather 3 seater Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
An original 1960’s leather 3 seater sofa by De Sede, Switzerland with trademark leather X stitch
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

Jorge Zalszupin Brazilian Rosewood Jacaranda 3 Seat Sofa 1950's
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely gorgeous three seat sofa or settee by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazilian furniture desinger
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Minimalistic Italian Mid-Century Modern 3-seats architectural sofa, 1960’s
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
This beautiful minimalistic design sofa has an architectural slat back stained oak frame fitted
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1960's Sofa bed set (3 Pieces)
Located in London, GB
Set of 2 armchairs and 1 sofa bed, great example of mid-century modern Brazilian design.
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

2 Chesterfield Sofa Leather Antique Vintage Couch English Chippendale
Located in Lage, DE
2 Chesterfield real leather sofa 2s-3s in original design Condition: The set is in a very good
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20th Century Settees

Handmade Swiss Neck-Leather Livingroom Set with Marble coffeetables by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands
Switzerland. The set consists of a 2 and a 3-seat. These sofa´s are connected with 2 side tables with a marble
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Marble

1930's 3 seater country house sofa
Located in Malton, GB
quality 1930's country house sofa. Very comfy with deep seat and new feather seat cushions. 3 seater and
Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1930's 3 seater country house sofa
1930's 3 seater country house sofa
H 33.86 in W 69.69 in D 35.44 in
1930's 3 seater country house sofa
Located in Malton, GB
quality 1930's country house sofa. Very comfy with deep seat and new feather seat cushions. 3 seater and
Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1930's 3 seater country house sofa
1930's 3 seater country house sofa
H 33.86 in W 69.69 in D 35.44 in
1930's 3 seater country house sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a superb quality 1930's country house sofa. Very comfy with deep seat and new feather seat
Category

Early 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Beech

1930's 3 seater country house sofa
1930's 3 seater country house sofa
H 33.86 in W 69.69 in D 35.44 in
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of chrome, fabric, wood - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
Art Deco Design 3-Seater Sofa, 1930's
H 25.2 in W 75.2 in D 35.44 in
Czechoslovakia Stylish Adjustable 3-Seat Sofa, 1960‘s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood Sleeping area 185x93 Fabric scuffed in places Original condition.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Adjustable 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, fabric - dimensions of adjustable depth: 86cm - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Adjustable 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
Mid-Century Adjustable 3-Seater Sofa, 1960's
H 28.75 in W 76.78 in D 29.14 in
Percival Lafer Style 3 Seater Sofa, Brazil 1960's
By Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 3 seater sofa attributed to Brazilian designer Percival Lafer. The sofa has wonderful
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Axel Einar Hjorth Roma 3 Seater Sofa Birch, 1920's
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Uccle, BE
An unique piece by Axel Einar Hjorth from his Swedish Art Deco or Swedish Grace period. A 3 seater
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Mid-Century Adjustable 3-Seat Sofa/ Jitona Myra, 1970's
By Jitona
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of oak, fabric - adjustable depth: 134cm - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

3 Seater 'bastiano' Sofa By Tobia & Afra Scarpa, Italy 1970's
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Iconic 3-seater sofa model ''Bastiano'' by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Knoll, Italy 1960’s. This true
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

3 Seater Sofa in Walnut and Velvet, 1950's Italian Production
Located in Parma, IT
Italian 3-seater sofa from the 1950s. Solid walnut wood structure, cushions with velvet cover. In
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Art Deco Pink Velvet 3 Seat Sofa W Fringe, Italy, 1930's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Art Deco design pink velvet 3 seat sofa with fringe. Made in Italy, 1930's / 40's. Curved
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Scandinavian Modern Teak 3-Seater Sofa In New Upholstery, 1960's Denmark
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian modern period three seater sofa made in 1960's period, Denmark. The frame of the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Orange 1970's Chrome Trim 3-Seat Cube Sofa by Selig Monroe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sleek Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style sofa by Selig Monroe. This beautiful piece
Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design 3 Seat Sofa by Dux, Denmark, 1960's
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern scandinavian design 3 seat sofa by Dux, made in Denmark 1960's. Well
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

1980's Rare Postmodern Chrome Walls & Upholstery 3 Seater Sofa by Saporiti Italy
By Saporiti
Located in San Diego, CA
An incredible rare sofa by Saporiti Italy with plastic chrome walls with original upholstery, the
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Selig Sofa
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1950's wide arm 3 seat sofa with taper capped dowel legs (removable)
Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Selig Sofa
Selig Sofa
H 32 in W 78 in D 35 in
1950’s French Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, Lambeth
1950’s French 3 seater sofa with wooden arms deep purple upholstery. Bottom back high back design.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

1950’s French Sofa
1950’s French Sofa
H 30.71 in W 64.97 in D 25.6 in
Danish GE236/3 s by Hans J. Wegner for Getama, 1960s
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Breda, Netherlands
A much renowned piece of the Hans J. Wegner furniture collection is this three-seater sofa model GE
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Polished Aluminum & Leather Regency Sofa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Polished aluminum and leather sofa circa mid 1950's. This 3 seater sofa is part of an ensemble of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Polished Aluminum & Leather Regency Sofa
Polished Aluminum & Leather Regency Sofa
H 31.5 in W 68.5 in D 30 in
1960's Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
1960's Czechoslovakian 3-seat sofa in original upholstery. The seat is 36 cm high. Good original
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1960's Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia
1960's Three-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia
H 28.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Set Teak 3-Seater Senator Bench & Chair by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture A/S
By PJ Furniture, Ole Wanscher
Located in Oirlo, LI
Set teak 3-seater senator bench & chair by Ole Wanscher for PJ Furniture A/S,1960s, This is a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Modern Kroehler Avant Fully Restored Sofa
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage MCM Mid Century Modern Kroehler Avant 3 seat sofa c.1960’s. Tapered walnut legs and blue
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970's Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 3-Piece Sectional
By Milo Baughman
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern sectional couch for sale. It was manufactured by Thayer Coggin in the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A Vintage Børge Mogensen 3-seat sofa by Stouby
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Black leather, large 1960's 3-seat sofa, original edition by Stouby, W 186 cm x H 65 (seat: 40 cm
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather

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3s Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 3s sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 3s sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. If you’re shopping for a 3s sofa, we have 595 options in-stock, while there are 132 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the 3s sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A 3s sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Pieter Compernol, Stephanie Grusenmeyer & Jerôme Barrier, Michel Ducaroy and Cassina each produced at least one beautiful 3s sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a 3s Sofa?

A 3s sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,006, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $125,762.
Questions About 3s Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A three-section sofa is an upholstered couch that is designed with three sections for seating. A traditional sofa is typically a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people, whereas a sectional sofa consists of multiple pieces that can be arranged in several different layouts. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary sectional sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The average size of a three-seater sofa is around 90 inches wide. Generally, one person needs about 30 inches of space to relax comfortably on a sofa. However, three-seater sofas may be larger or smaller in size. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

    Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

    On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.