With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique horse hair sofa you’re looking for. Frequently made of
animal skin,
leather and
wood, every antique horse hair sofa was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique horse hair sofa — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique horse hair sofa, those designed in
Victorian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one antique horse hair sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Chesterfield produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for an antique horse hair sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $6,661 and can go as high as $18,650, while the average can fetch as much as $11,989.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.