$6,160
H 33 in W 81 in D 22.5 in
Antique Caribbean Regency Carved Wood and Hand Caned Sofa w/ Shell & Wave Crest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Caribbean Regency carved-wood and cane sofa from the early 20th century. This antique sofa from
Cane, Wood
$11,100Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 71 in D 29 in
Victorian Down Chinoiserie Carved Wood Claw Rattan Cane Sofa Chairs , Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
comfortable and packed with personality!! Just look at the gorgeous hand carved wood and caning details on
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
French 19th Century Double caned Settee
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This is an amazing double caned sofa with the spring box and mattress. Very deep, ideal to lay and
Cane, Walnut
$3,116Sale Price|20% Off
H 37 in W 78 in D 31 in
Spectacular Carved Mahogany Cane and Damask Upholstered English Georgian Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
feet. The sofa’s cane-paneled sides add both lightness and texture, a hallmark of Georgian
Damask, Cane, Mahogany
$4,350Sale Price|60% Off
H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 38.59 in
English Art Deco Walnut Framed Cane Bergere Sofa C.1920
Located in London, GB
An English Art Deco Walnut Framed Bergere Sofa C.1920. Classic Art Deco shaped arms with with
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
$5,693
H 30.71 in W 52.37 in D 34.65 in
Antique Bergère Style Sofa in Wood, Cane and Ochre Yellow Fabric
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Bergère Style Sofa in Wood, Cane and Ochre Yellow Fabric A Bergère-style two-seater with
Fabric, Cane, Wood
$3,500
H 39.77 in W 44.89 in D 19.3 in
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat This sofa it´s very heavy
Cane, Bentwood
$3,500
H 38.98 in W 45.28 in D 16.93 in
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat This sofa it´s very heavy
Cane, Bentwood
Antique Carved Sofa with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of age and use - Sturdy and Stable - reupholstered some time ago - Pillows filled with real feather - Carved linden wood frame - heigh of...
Fabric, Wood
19th Century French Cane Back Canape
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French cane back canape. Circa 1860.
Upholstery, Cane
Anglo Indian Rosewood And Caned Settee
Located in Essex, MA
In the Regency taste with serpentine arched caned back and scrolled out arms. carved seat rail with
Cane, Rosewood
$111,521
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Arne Jacobsen Sofa Produced by Cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Unique freestanding sofa designed by Arne Jacobsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Otto Meyer in Denmark
Brass
$5,600
H 36.5 in W 72.34 in D 25.25 in
Early 19th C. Italian Carved-Wood 4 Chair-Back Bench w/Cane Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian carved-wood, four-chair back sofa bench with cane seat, from the early 19th century
Wood, Cane
ROMANTIC SEAT 19th Century Portuguese Rosewood Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
ROMANTIC SEAT 19th-century Portuguese rosewood sofa. Cane seat and back. Dimensions: 102 x 182 x
Rosewood
Antique Carved Wing Chair with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of age and use - Sturdy and Stable - reupholstered some time ago - Pillows filled with real feathers - carved linden wood frame - heigh o...
Fabric, Wood
$5,950Sale Price|30% Off
H 22 in W 80 in D 31 in
ANTIQUE EARLY GUSTAV STICKLEY Lounge day bed c1902-04 - W7327 SALE
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
pristine condition with a cane seat as pictured. It shows real through tenon construction on all legs and
Leather, Upholstery, Cane, Oak
Old Hickory Manufacturing Co. SENIOR PORCH GLIDER
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
) apparent Materials: hickory, cane, steel Dimensions (H, W, D): 38"h, 83"w, 33"d; 17.5" seat height
Steel
A 19th CENTURY EBONISED AND CANE REGENCY SOFA
Located in London, GB
England, circa 1820 A fine early nineteenth century Regency two-seater ebonised sofa with caned
Cane
$6,500
H 39 in W 85 in D 34 in
Antique 19th C. French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut & Cane Pink Daybed Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th C. French Louis XVI Carved Walnut & Cane Daybed Sofa. Item features double cane panels, custom
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
$2,654
H 34.65 in W 41.74 in D 24.41 in
LOUIS XVI FRENCH CARVED GiLTWOOD DOUBLE CANED BERGERE SETTEE SOFA WINDOW SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Louis XVI French Carved Giltwood and double Caned Bergère Window seat or Settee Please note the
Rattan, Giltwood
$1,324Sale Price|34% Off
H 35.83 in W 49.61 in D 26.38 in
Louis XV Roccoco Revival Walnut Open Sofa to Cane or Upholster French, 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of French fauteuils, open armchairs side or chairs Louis XV revival, This sofa was made in the
Walnut
Michaël Thonet Gebrüder Thonet Austria Bentwood Sofa
By Michael Thonet
Located in Grenoble, FR
arms, a scrolling base, and cane paneled seat. New cane and perfect condition.
Cane, Bentwood
$3,500
H 38.5 in W 45 in D 20 in
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat This sofa it´s very heavy
Cane, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 31.89 in W 71.07 in D 29.14 in
Grande Scale Early 19th Century English Regency Caned Sofa
Located in Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire
Grande scale early 19th century English Regency caned sofa with original paint and gilding, circa
Cane
French Louis XVI Sofa
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Very nice French L.S. Sofa, with caned back and an orange velvet fabrique.
Wood, Cane, Velvet
William IV British Colonial Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late William IV carved rosewood British Colonial sofa, with intricate openwork carved back surround
Cane, Rosewood
Antique Bentwood Sofa Thonet No. 1, Austria circa 1860
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Zagreb, HR
, seat with new cane. This sofa is one of the first industrially produced pieces of furniture
Beech, Bentwood
Fiber and oak table
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Wicker (fiber) and oak table in mustard color paint with red and blue accents.
Metal
Two Pairs of Hardwood Sofas with Caned Seats, Anglo Ceylonese
Located in London, GB
Two pairs of hardwood sofas with caned seats, Anglo Ceylonese, circa 1930. Possibly from a
19th Century Regency Caned Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
An elegant Regency period painted and caned sofa with turned front legs on casters, circa 1820
Wood
Carved Giltwood and Caned Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French carved neoclassical style carved gilt wood and caned sofa. Loose silk seat
Gold
Small Louis XVI Style Cane Sofa in Giltwood, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small Louis XVI style cane sofa in giltwood standing on four tapered fluted and chandelles legs
Cane, Wood
Late 19th Century French Caned Sofa, Canape a Confidents
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Late 19th century French caned sofa, canape a confidents. Large movable -canape a confidents
Wood
Antique Regency Period Caned Sofa
Located in London, GB
A wonderful original antique Regency period caned sofa. This was made in England, it dates from
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Chinese Export Rosewood Caned Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
A Chinese export caned rosewood sofa with sunflower carved roll arms with later elements.
Mahogany, Cane
19th Century West Indies Cane Sofa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Sophisticated West Indies caned mahogany sofa with elegant fluid lines and perfect proportions
Sold
H 39 in W 80 in D 36 in
Vintage Rococo Cane Sofa Upholstered in European Hemp Linen Fabric with Down
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
” Down seat cushion and down back cushions make this sofa so comfortable and cozy to sit in. Cane is in
Linen, Hemp, Cane, Wood, Down
Sold
H 35.5 in W 70.5 in D 31 in
Long Louis XV Blue Purple Chippendale Cane Sofa and Fortuny Style Fabric 1900s
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Long upholstered Cabriole and Chippendale sofa or daybed with humped camelback and rolled arms
Metal
British Colonial West Indies Carved and Caned Sofa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
inspired center carving, rolled arms, caned seat back and sides, pegged construction, and carved winged
Mahogany
1920's French Cane Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming giltwood 1920's French cane sofa/settee with upholstered cushion. The wood carved
Wood, Gesso, Cane, Muslin
English 19th Century Regency Ebonized Cane Seat Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
English 19th century, Regency period cane seated sofa retaining its original paint and decoration
Cane
English 19th Century Regency Ebonized Cane Seat Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
English 19th century, Regency period cane seated sofa retaining its original paint and decoration
Cane
Sold
H 33.08 in W 60.44 in D 25.99 in
Antique Bergere Suite, English, Beech, Cane, Chair, Sofa, Set, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bergere suite. An English, beech and cane chair and sofa set, dating to the
Fabric, Cane
19th Century Antique French Cane Back Louis XV Style Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful French cane back sofa has been painted in a soft antique oyster white with subtle
Cane, Down, Linen, Mahogany, Upholstery
Caned Back Sofa with Lion Claw Feet
Located in Culver City, CA
Caned back large size sofa with rolled arm lion claw feet.
Wood, Fabric
Caned Back Sofa with Lion Claw Feet
Located in Culver City, CA
Caned back large size sofa with rolled arm lion claw feet.
Wood, Fabric
Caned Back Sofa with Lion Claw Feet
Located in Culver City, CA
Caned back large size sofa with rolled arm lion claw feet
Wood, Fabric
Viennese Sofa in Style Jacob & Josef Kohn, circa 1925, Caned Seat
Located in Miami, FL
Viennese sofa in style Jacob & Josef Kohn, circa 1925, caned seat.
Cane, Bentwood
Sold
H 35 in W 83.5 in D 30 in
Exquisite 18th Century Italian Hand-Painted Wood, Cane and Upholstered Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Absolutely beautiful antique Italianate sofa from a four-piece salon set (also listed as a set
Fabric, Cane, Wood
Sold
H 36.03 in W 64.97 in D 34.06 in
Antique Bergere Sofa, English, Beech, Cane, 2 Seat Settee, Edwardian, Circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bergere sofa. An English, beech and cane two seat settee, dating to the
Cane, Beech
19th Century Tropical Hardwood Caned Rolled-Arm Sofa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
excited to offer an early West Indian caned settee or sofa having rolled arms, bulbous legs, turned feet
Regency Gothic Caned Oak Sofa Attributed to James Wyatt
Located in London, GB
A Regency Gothic caned oak sofa attributed to James Wyatt, circa 1805-1810.
Oak
19th Century French Velvet Tufted Sofa with Cane Medallion Back
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French velvet tufted sofa. The painted sofa frame is visibly worn from years of use
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 77.56 in D 30.32 in
Fine Chippendale Cane Carved Wood Lion Legs Sofa Couch Settee, to Be Restored
Located in Sofia, BG
Chippendale furniture is an American design originating in the 16th century. It is mainly characterized by the style of the legs and feet and is frequently made of a dark colored woo...
Sold
H 34.06 in W 70.67 in D 31.89 in
Antique Bergere Sofa, English, Walnut, Cane, 3 Seat, Settee, Art Deco, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bergere sofa. An English, walnut and cane three seat settee, dating to the
Walnut
19th C. French Cane Giltwood Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The double caning on this small settee gives a very pretty and light effect. The wood carving is
Wood, Cane, Muslin
Rare Ebonized Regency Sofa, England, circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Rare ebonized regency sofa, England, circa 1890 Beautifully ebonised curved frame with caned
Cane, Wood
19th Century French Walnut Stripped Louis XVI Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
This particular 19th century French blonde walnut stripped Louis XVI sofa ~ canape features an
Cane, Walnut
Antique Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa , late 19th century
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa, crafted in the late 19th century, is a beautiful vintage piece that
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
Antique French Louis XVI Style Painted And Caned Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Wood, Original Cane Condition: Needs New Caning, New Upholstery Recommended
Cane, Wood
Sold
H 37.41 in W 59.06 in D 18.12 in
19th Century Green Lacquered Painted and Giltwood Italian Sofa, 1880
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
19th century Italian sofa. Furniture in carved, gilded, lacquered and hand painted wood with very
Cane, Wood
Antique French Carved Walnut Bergere Sofa
Located in London, GB
A stunning original French antique carved walnut sofa, with a caned seat and back. I would date
Walnut
Sold
H 31.11 in W 64.97 in D 30.32 in
Aesthetic Movement, Antique, Conservatory Suite, Chinoiserie, Bergère circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
legs rising to shaped arm stiles Bergère cane generally in good condition - one panel to the inner
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
1920s Cane and Mahogany Sofa
Located in London, GB
A cane and mahogany two-seat sofa Sweden, circa 1920.
Sold
H 30 in W 75 in D 23 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Caned Chaise Lounge Recamier Fainting Couch Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI style caned and carved wood chaise lounge. Item features unique and
Cane, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 75 in D 23 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Cane Chaise Lounge Recamier Fainting Couch Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI style caned and carved wood chaise lounge. Item features unique and
Cane, Wood
Antique West Indies Carved and Caned Settee or Sofa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th Century West Indies settee handcrafted with mahogany in elegant form with caned back
Mahogany
Charming 19th c. Louis XVI style console caned small sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Caned . Louis XVI style . Gilded wood . 1870
Cane
Fine Carved French Bronze Gilded Louis XVI Cane Settee Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a wonderful settee with a curved frame and beautiful caned back. The settee is done in an
Cane, Walnut
English Bergere Caned Settee or Sofa of Satinwood
Located in Austin, TX
An English Bergere settee or sofa of satinwood featuring a caned serpentine back and sides over a
Antique Walnut Caned Bergere Sofa and Pair of Armchairs
Located in London, GB
Antique Bergere three-piece lounge suite, consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. The frames are
Walnut
British Colonial Teakwood Sofa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique Anglo-Indian sofa crafted in teak wood with pegged construction carved and beaded frame
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 31.89 in W 70.08 in D 34.06 in
Antique Conservatory Suite, Bergère Sofa and Two Chairs, Edwardian, English
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a classic antique conservatory suite, a bergère sofa and chairs dating to the Edwardian
Cane, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Birch Bergere Suite Sofa Armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
caenwork break to the lower back of the sofa otherwise sound. Complete in original golden upholstery
Birch
Salon Set 1 Sofa 4 Chairs in Walnut, Venice XVIIIth Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Salon set consisting of a 4-seater bench and 4 chairs, in carved walnut and caning Very elegant
Walnut
Sold
H 35.5 in W 80 in D 36 in
English Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Settee Sofa With Cream and Grey Silk Blend
Located in Sheridan, CO
, early 1900's. This sofa was made during the first half of the 20th century in England. The settee
Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer, Cane, Rattan
Sold
H 28 in W 76.5 in D 33.5 in
French Louis XIV Style Three-Piece Carved Rams Head Sofa and Armchair Set
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully carved walnut French 3-piece antique Louis XIV style caned ram’s head sofa loveseat
Upholstery, Walnut
Early 20th Regency Framed Bergere Caned Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th century framed Bergere set of sofa and two club chairs. New upholstered. Very
Cane
Louis XV Style, Walnut and Caning Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Beaune, FR
Pretty little 2-seater sofa in walnut Louis XV style cane. Cannage in very good condition. French
Cane, Walnut
French Louis XVI Walnut Cane Sofa Settee Daybed Canapè
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand late 18th century French Louis XVI period walnut sofa, settee, daybed or canapè. The sofa
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
$9,500
H 2 in W 73 in D 61 in
Throw, Crystal Fox Fur Throw, Backed with wool/cashmere, Large Full New Skins
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful crystal fox throw. Size is 61 inches by 73 inches. Made with full crystal fox skins. All skins come from Sweden which produces the best fox skins in the world. The fox thro...
Fur
$9,256 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$3,969 / item
H 28.35 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
$8,264Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 95.67 in D 24.41 in
Sofa Louis XV, Covered with Authentic Perfect Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
1910/M, I hope You can understand what it is from some photos only. Museum quality antique sofa, coating with an authentic Aubusson old tapestry: everything perfectly restored.. Uni...
Wood
$4,764
H 49.81 in W 59.85 in D 85.44 in
EXQUISITELY CARVED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CIRCA 1880 FLAMED HARDWOOD DOUBLE BED FRAME
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime quality, hand carved Honduras Mahogany double bed frame Please note the delivery fe...
Hardwood
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$19,019
H 40.56 in W 108.27 in D 29.53 in
Giltwood "Confidente" Large Sofa in the Louis XV Style made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegant and impressive large Louis XV style confidante sofa which has been hand carved and gilded using traditional methods and materials to achieve an authentic period finish. Th...
Wood, Giltwood
Enormous, circa 1930, Crystal Pagoda Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Remarkable, grand, crystal and hand-beaded, Sicilian pagoda chandelier featuring protruding turrets and a tiered upper level embellished with cascading, floral form drops. From the f...
Crystal, Metal
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
$228,912Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$35,000
H 101 in W 60.5 in D 78.5 in
English Mahogany Four-Poster Gadrooned Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, Circa 1760
Located in Charleston, SC
English mahogany four-poster bed with gadrooned serpentine tester, carved reeded and floral post and terminating on Marlboro feet with original brass casters. Bed is queen-size. Cust...
Mahogany
Antique British Colonial Caned and Carved Planters Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive British Colonial plantation chair crafted in mahogany in a graceful form with dramatic carved ocean and floral motifs on the back and rolled arms, having caned seat and ba...
Cane, Mahogany
$42,500 / set
H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
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.
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