White French Sofa
20th Century Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cowhide, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s French Sofas
Steel
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s French Space Age Sofas
Fabric
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Jute, Muslin, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Ceramic
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Sofa Tables
Ceramic
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Pine
Vintage 1950s French Country Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables
Concrete
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Console Tables
Oak, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
Recent Sales
20th Century French Sofas
Iron
2010s French Sofas
Cowhide, Oak
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Lambskin, Wood
Early 20th Century American French Provincial Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1950s French Living Room Sets
Chrome, Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Pine
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Sofas
Linen, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1820s French Charles X Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Sofas
Oak, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Down, Feathers, Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Iron
20th Century French Sofa Tables
Marble, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas
Bouclé
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Bouclé
20th Century French Sofas
Metal
2010s French Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1990s French Modern Sofa Tables
Wood
1990s French Modern Sofa Tables
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofa Tables
20th Century French Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Modern Sofas
Chrome
20th Century French Sofas
Wood, Linen
2010s French Sofas
Beech, Velvet
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wool
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool
Early 2000s French Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s French Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofa Tables
Marble, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Foam
Antique 1880s French Empire Sofas
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1980s French Sectional Sofas
Bouclé
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Benches
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Settees
20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Antique 19th Century French Settees
Burlap, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Damask, Beech
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Side Tables
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Canapes
Muslin, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Console Tables
Maple, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XV Settees
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Loveseats
Walnut
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1990s North American Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs
Linen
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels
Wood, Pine
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Paper
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Seagrass, Beech
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Trumeau Mirrors
Canvas, Glass, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Taxidermy
Glass, Wood
1950s Prints and Multiples
Lithograph
White French Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- What colors go with white sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The colors that go with a white sofa can be soft, muted hues or mellow tones. Wall colors can be white, beige, soft pale, subtle yellow-gold, warm mocha brown, gray-blue, turquoise blue or sage green. Shop a range of vintage white sofas on 1stDibs today.
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