Edwardian Knole Sofa Robert Lorimer Spanish Style
By Sir Robert Lorimer
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Recently re-upholstered Edwardian Knole sofa with oak Spanish style legs.
Upholstery
$16,973
H 49.41 in W 77.76 in D 33.08 in
Fully Restored Antique Victorian Oxblood Knole Sofa Feather Filled Cushions
By Knoll
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
leather Knole sofa with overstuff feather filled cushions. This sofa was fully restored around 2-3 years
Leather
Knole Settee by Morant & Co., Early 20th Century, Belgian Linen
By Morant & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an early 20th century interpretation of the infamous, upholstered 17th century couch with
Brass, Bronze
$24,441
H 44.1 in W 83.08 in D 27.37 in
Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
century, couch with hinged arm rests, found at Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Kent, the ancestral seat of the
Velvet
Knole Sofa
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A red velvet Knole sofa. Steel ratchets to both drop arms, all original upholstery and fringing
Velvet, Wood
Edwardian Knole Sofa, England circa 1910
By Knole
Located in Culver City, CA
Edwardian Knole sofa. England circa 1910. In original velvet upholstery, with adjustable
Velvet
Early 20th Century Leather Knole Sofa
Located in Beerse, VAN
Beautiful Knole sofa with a wonderful color and patina of the leather. It dates from the early 20th
Leather
English Victorian Knole Sofa
By Knole
Located in Faversham, GB
An outstanding Victorian Knole sofa upholstered in blush pink upholstery. The sofa has a high back
Fabric, Oak
Edwardian Velvet Knole Sofa, England, circa 1910
Located in Culver City, CA
Edwardian Velvet Knole Sofa, England, circa 1910 Newly upholstered in Liberty of London Moss
Velvet
Sold
H 38.19 in W 70.87 in D 34.26 in
Antique Knole Sofa, Sofa with Drop Down Sides, Edwardian, circa 1910
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
English Knole sofa. A large two-seat Knole settee with adjustable arms, deep seating, cream fabric
Fabric
Velvet Knole Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Original faded velvet upholstery, with down filled cushions. Made in England, circa 1910.
Down, Velvet
George Smith Kilim Upholstered Knole Sofa
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with rectangular back and adjustable fold down arms with rope and peg holders. Brass tacked overall edges. Upholstered overall front back and sides with Kilim fabric. Tw...
Wool
Knole Velvet Sofa with Silk and Hand Appliqued Details
Located in Culver City, CA
Knole sofa with original velvet fabric once owned by Rose Tarlow and used in a photo shoot with
Wood, Velvet
Sold
H 36.62 in W 100.79 in D 37.8 in
Fully Restored Antique Hand Dyed Brown Leather Four Seater Knole Drop Arm Sofa
By Knoll
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very rare fully restored four seater Knole sofa with oversized
Brass
Upholstered Knole Armchair
Located in London, GB
and construction, promising durability and longevity. The design pays homage to the iconic Knole Sofa
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Knole Settee
Located in Folkestone, GB
for the Knole House in Sevenoaks, West Kent England in the early 1600s, the Knole sofa has deep roots
Fabric
Edwardian Knole Settee in Original Velvet
By Knole
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Edwardian small knole settee in original velvet upholstery and braiding. Attributed to Hamptons, by
Sold
H 39.77 in W 77.96 in D 34.45 in
Knole Settee, 19 Century, English Baroque, Upholstered, White, Linen
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
interiors and decoration (Peter Thornton) ill 150 depicts the couch at Knole. This is a rare, 19th
Linen
20th Century Knole Settee Sofa in Damask
Located in Miami, FL
20th century knole settee sofa in damask Offered for sale is a 20th century Knole settee or sofa
Brass
Knole Sofa
Located in Boston, MA
A new custom knole sofa with 18th century Italian finials newly covered in a Swedish grey cotton
Upholstery, Wood
Leather Knole Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Leather Knole Sofa.
Leather
Knole Sofa
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A spectacular country house Knole sofa. Original faded velvet upholstrey and down filled cushions
19th. Century Knole Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome and comfortable 19th.century French Knole sofa. Newly upholstered in Belgium linen. Arms
Wood, Upholstery
Fine Knole Sofa
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A very good quality Knole Sofa now upholstered in a fine green silk ribbed velvet. Provenance
Early 20th Century Knole Sofa
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A Small Early 20th century Knole Sofa
Antique Knole Sofa Reupholstered
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Antique Knole sofa fully reupholstered in pale Belgian linen. This sofa has a ratchet mechanism on
Late 19th Century Knole Sofa
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Late 19th century Knole sofa, mahogany and ash framed upholstered in Modern damask fabrics, circa
Ash, Mahogany, Upholstery
Beautiful Knole Sofa Red Silk Velvet
Located in Montecito, CA
Beautiful and comfortable 1920's classic Knole sofa upholstered in silk velvet.
Velvet
Knole Sofa: To Be Restored in Hand Dyed Leather
Located in GB
An exceptional Early 20thC Knole sofa to be restored as you like (fabric/leather). You tell us how
Maison Jansen Knole Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unique Knole style sofa from Maison Jansen, wooden frame three seater sofa with black leather
Pair of Knole Sofas from Muncaster Castle, England
Located in Long Island City, NY
Upholstered in contemporary velvet fabric with blue tassels. The sofas removed from Muncaster
Primitive Spanish Stylized Knole Settee
Located in San Francisco, CA
I've always been a fan of the classic Knole sofa. This reminded me of a primitive version with a
Wood, Fabric
Grand Knole Cowhide Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Grand Knole cowhide sofa c. 1925. Attr. Maison Jansen. All original. The color range in the hides
Steel
Knole Style Sofa in Brown Velvet
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Circa 1920 custom made Knole style sofa newly upholstered in a brown silk and linen velvet. The
Silk
Early 20th Century Knole Sofa
By Knole
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A Knole sofa with adjustable ends. Well defined shape with an old velvet cover in excellent
Wood
Early 20th Century Knole Sofa
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A very fine quality early 20th century Knole sofa, currently covered in a fine velvet with gropon
$56,759
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass
$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
French Provincial Large Kitchen Island
By Bramble
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid wood and finished in a rich straw wash, this piece brings a touch of classic elegance to any kitchen area. The sturdy construction and ample storage make it both a...
Wood
$10,405
H 46 in W 70.9 in D 30.5 in
Gothic Revival Oak Fireplace Mantel with Carved Church Window Panels & Guards
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Gothic Revival fire-place mantle surround with an amazing presence and patina. If you like Gothic Revival furniture then we are certain you will like this quality made and...
Wood, Oak
$11,542 / set
H 31.7 in W 33.67 in D 43.12 in
Pair of Howard George Smith Signature Scroll Arm Style Brown Leather Armchairs
By George Smith, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime large pair of fully restored Howard George Smith style Signature Scroll Arm cigar brown leather armchairs with oversized feather fille...
Leather
$8,147 / set
H 39.77 in W 30.71 in D 39.77 in
Pair of Antique Claw & Ball Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of his & her’s fully restored Wingback armchairs in hand dyed brown leather and finished with carved Claw & Ball feet. These ...
Leather
$74,975 / set
H 1 in Dm 10.8 in
Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...
Sterling Silver
$115,420
H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
Wrought Iron
$845,000
H 101 in W 56 in D 20 in
Palatial Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Kingwood and Vernis Martin Style Vitrine
By Paul Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A superb quality palatial French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted, satinwood, kingwood parquetry and Vernis Martin style paneling three-door raised Vitrine Display Cabinet attributed t...
Bronze
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$18,331
H 32.49 in W 83.08 in D 44.49 in
FINE GEORGE SMITH HOWARD SiGNATURE SCROLL ARM SOFA MULBERRY FLYING DUCKS VELVET
By Mulberry, George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this brand new, George Smith Signature Scroll Arm large sofa with feather filled back and base cushions upho...
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
$3,495
H 30 in W 86.25 in D 33.75 in
Spanish Revival Sofa Floral Tapestry Chenille Fabric Barley Twist Turned Spindle
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible vintage Spanish Revival or Mediterranean style floral tapestry chenille sofa comprised of a dark wood frame with barley twist spindle post sides, brass decorative details,...
Brass
Elegant Tight Back Loose Down Seat Sofa
Located in Bronx, NY
Elegant tight back loose down seat sofa - 24 D seat depth. - 21 seat high. - 25.5 arm high.
Upholstery
$14,366
H 55.12 in W 76.78 in D 85.83 in
Lit De Marriage Bed, Made in the LXV Style, Finished in Rose and Silver
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The Lit De Marriage Bed, hand carved in the Louis XV style has been modelled after one of our original pieces from the 1800s which was made in the French tradition of having a piece ...
Wood
$4,200
H 36 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchair in painted wood frame with neoclassical architecture embellished hand-carved foliates, rosettes and tapered ...
Fabric, Wood, Paint
The Lily, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgiu...
Linen
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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