Anglo-Indian Solid Ebony and Cane Two-Seat Sofa
Located in London, GB
Anglo-Indian solid ebony and cane two-seat sofa, circa 1930s.
Mid-20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Sofas
Cane, Ebony
Anglo-Indian Solid Ebony and Cane Two-Seat Sofa
Located in London, GB
Anglo-Indian solid ebony and cane two-seat sofa, circa 1930s.
Cane, Ebony
Rattan Settee
Located in Stamford, CT
Rattan and caned asymmetrical sofa or chaise longue, 1970s. Measures: Inside width 64", inside depth 24".
Cane, Rattan
Sold
H 51.18 in W 70.87 in D 17.32 in
Rare Rattan Caned Sofa with a Fine Decor, France or Asia, circa 1930
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and wonderful banquette in rattan in very good condition, France or Asia, circa 1930. Extremely fine and complex decor.
Rattan
PAIR OF 1960S ASIAN STYLE CANED BACK SOFAS
Located in Geneva, IL
PAIR OF GREAT LOOKING 1960S SETTEES. CREAMY COLORED PAINTED FINISH - NEWLY REPLACED CANING - 4 LOOSE CUSHIONS - COMFORTABLE -
JAMES MONT LOOK
Antique Anglo-Indian Mahogany Sofa
Located in Singapore, SG
A nice British colonial sofa in mahogany with an arched serpentine crest rail centred by a floral carving. The back features three inset caned panels above a caned seat. The scroll...
Cane, Mahogany
Antique Anglo-Indian or British Colonial Rosewood Sofa
Located in Singapore, SG
A magnificent British colonial sofa in rosewood with an arched serpentine crest rail centered by a floral carving. The reeded frame has scrolled arms that display finely carved flora...
Cane, Rosewood
Anglo-Indian or British Colonial Mahogany Sofa
Located in Singapore, SG
A British colonial sofa in mahogany with an arched serpentine crest rail centered by a scallop shell. The front of the frame, legs and arms are reeded and display finely carved flor...
Cane, Mahogany
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.
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