Vintage 80s Sofa
1970s Italian Vintage 80s Sofa
Textile, Bamboo
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Cotton, Hardwood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather, Wood
1970s Swiss Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Velvet
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Bouclé
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Chrome
1980s North American Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s Italian Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Rattan
1980s Italian Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
1980s Italian Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Wood
1980s American Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s Italian Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Teak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Chrome
1980s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Chrome
1980s Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
Late 20th Century Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
Late 20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Steel
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage 80s Sofa
Cotton
1970s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
Late 20th Century North American Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather, Wood
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s North American Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s American Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Velvet
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
1980s French Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Cotton
1980s North American Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric
1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather, Glass, Foam
1980s European Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
20th Century English Chesterfield Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1980s German Brutalist Vintage 80s Sofa
Metal
1980s Philippine Vintage 80s Sofa
Upholstery, Wicker
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather, Chenille
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Fabric, Beech
1970s Unknown Vintage 80s Sofa
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage 80s Sofa
Steel
1970s American Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Suede
Late 20th Century Vintage 80s Sofa
Velvet
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather, Rattan
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 80s Sofa
Leather
Vintage 80s Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Vintage 80s Sofa?
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.
Read More
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.