Anfibio Sofa By Alessandro Becchi
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Foam
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Canvas
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Wood, Leather
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wool, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage 1970s Italian Sectional Sofas
Steel, Other
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Sheepskin, Faux Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Daybeds
Cotton, Foam, Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Recent Sales
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Leather
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Wood, Suede
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s European Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Mohair
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede, Alpaca
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Suede
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Bouclé, Leather
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Other
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Cotton
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Suede
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather, Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede, Wool, Burlap
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Faux Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Steel
20th Century Italian Living Room Sets
Leather
20th Century Italian Sofas
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Pine, Rush
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Straw, Pine
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Metal
2010s French Post-Modern Chairs
Fabric, Beech
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Velvet, Wood, Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
Plaster
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Late 20th Century German Industrial Musical Instruments
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Brass, Metal
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Metal
Anfibio Sofa By Alessandro Becchi For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Anfibio Sofa By Alessandro Becchi?
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.
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.