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Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240
Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240

Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Bouclé

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Cotton Velvet, w=200
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Cotton Velvet, w=200

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Cotton Velvet, w=200

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

sofa is upholstered in beige jacquard-patterned velvet with details in gold dyed leather. Its wooden

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Red Cotton Velvet, w=240
Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Red Cotton Velvet, w=240

Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Red Cotton Velvet, w=240

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Nubuck, Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Nubuck, Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Leather Sofa, Beige Nubuck, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

sofa is upholstered in light beige leather in the seat and back, armrests in beige nubuck leather with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Button Tufted Chrome Sofa in a Crushed Velvet
Milo Baughman Button Tufted Chrome Sofa in a Crushed Velvet

Milo Baughman Button Tufted Chrome Sofa in a Crushed Velvet

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Experience one of Milo Baughman's most glamorous and comfortable sofas clad in chrome with button

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Sofa, Beige Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Sofa, Beige Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Sofa, Beige Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Dedar, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Mid-Century Modern Beijinho Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Bolota Curved Sofa, Beige Boucle, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Contemporary Bolota Curved Sofa, Beige Boucle, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

Contemporary Bolota Curved Sofa, Beige Boucle, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

offer white-glove service as well upon request. The Bolota sofa is upholstered in beige bouclé fabric

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Lacquer, Walnut, Oak, Velvet, Linen, Jacquard, Fabric, Alpaca, W...

Contemporary “Pompon 3 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet
Contemporary “Pompon 3 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Contemporary “Pompon 3 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Located in 1204, CH

Olga Engel is a successful Russian product and interior designer, who harmoniously mixes luxury with minimalism, functionality and ergonomics with a light mood and a touch of irony. ...

Category

2010s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary “Pompon 6 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet
Contemporary “Pompon 6 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Contemporary “Pompon 6 XL” Sofa Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Located in 1204, CH

Olga Engel is a successful Russian product and interior designer, who harmoniously mixes luxury with minimalism, functionality and ergonomics with a light mood and a touch of irony. ...

Category

2010s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Velvet by Nika Zupanc
Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Velvet by Nika Zupanc

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Velvet by Nika Zupanc

By Scarlet Splendour, Nika Zupanc

Located in Kolkata, IN

Orion 3 Seat Sofa with Plush Velvet by Nika Zupanc makes a pretty picture in plush velvet and rich

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle
Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle

Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle

By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM

Located in Paris, FR

The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash

Mid-Century Modern French Style Sofa Cannes, Beige Wool, Handmade by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern French Style Sofa Cannes, Beige Wool, Handmade by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern French Style Sofa Cannes, Beige Wool, Handmade by Greenapple

By Lusitanus Home, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

dimensions, materials and finishes. 3-Seat Sofa Cannes material codes M105616 Wool, Light Beige WD005 Beech

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sofa Boston, Beige Wool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Boston, Beige Wool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Mid-Century Modern Sofa Boston, Beige Wool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Lusitanus Home, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

, materials and finishes. 3-Seat Sofa Boston material codes M105616 Wool, Light Beige WD005 Beech, Stained

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa by Lee Industries, Blush Pink Velvet, USA
Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa by Lee Industries, Blush Pink Velvet, USA

Modern One Arm Slipper Sofa by Lee Industries, Blush Pink Velvet, USA

Located in Wichita, KS

This beautiful one arm slipper sofa is upholstered in blush pink velvet and is made by Lee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Sevilliana Sofa
Sevilliana Sofa

Sevilliana Sofa

$14,300 / item

Sevilliana Sofa

By Koket

Located in Manassas, VA

Inspired by wild, passionate nights of the Spanish dance, the Sevilliana sofa design embodies the

Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Sofà Michetta three seater Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Meritalia
Sofà Michetta three seater Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Meritalia

Sofà Michetta three seater Sofa by Gaetano Pesce for Meritalia

By Meritalia, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Michetta sofa by Gaetano Pesce features an eclectic design that challenges traditional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mia Sofa
Mia Sofa

Mia Sofa

$16,300 / item

Mia Sofa

By Koket

Located in Manassas, VA

The soft lines and curves of the Mia sofa give her the gentle yet mesmerizing radiance of a

Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mario Bellini Green Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 2
Mario Bellini Green Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 2

Mario Bellini Green Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Vicenza, IT

Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Foam

Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence
Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence

Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Seduire Sofa by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 125 x W 280 x H 80 cm. Materials: Brass and velvet

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence
Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 80 x W 220 x H 78 cm. Materials: Velvet fabric SFY

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Sofa, Italy - New Upholstery

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Seating Set, Sofa and 3 Armchairs, Italy - New Upholstery

Category

20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

La Michetta Composition 1 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce
La Michetta Composition 1 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

La Michetta Composition 1 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

By Gaetano Pesce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modular sofa, made of eclectic modules, available in different sizes and colours, which can be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

La Michetta Composition 4 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce
La Michetta Composition 4 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

La Michetta Composition 4 Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

By Gaetano Pesce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modular sofa, made of eclectic modules, available in different sizes and colours, which can be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Sforzesca 3 seater sofa by Ufficio Progetti Gavina, 1987
Sforzesca 3 seater sofa by Ufficio Progetti Gavina, 1987

Sforzesca 3 seater sofa by Ufficio Progetti Gavina, 1987

By Ufficio Progetti Gavina

Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT

Sforzesca 3 seater sofa by Ufficio Progetti Gavina, tribute to Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. Rigid

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Modular sectional Hanabira T1 Beige Velvet fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
Modular sectional Hanabira T1 Beige Velvet fabric handcrafted by Murmurio

Modular sectional Hanabira T1 Beige Velvet fabric handcrafted by Murmurio

By Murmurio

Located in Lordelo, PT

Hanabira is a versatile modular sofa inspired by the delicate beauty of flower petals. Its

Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Art Deco Inspired Curved Sofa, Hand-Tailored Upholstery by Munna Design Studio
Art Deco Inspired Curved Sofa, Hand-Tailored Upholstery by Munna Design Studio

Art Deco Inspired Curved Sofa, Hand-Tailored Upholstery by Munna Design Studio

By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This sculptural sofa is defined by a refined fan-shaped backrest, a signature Art Deco gesture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Upholstered Sofa with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Upholstered Sofa with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

Upholstered Sofa with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Ramo sofa by R

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Brass

20th Century Camel Boucle Atlantis Sofa, Europe, 1960s
20th Century Camel Boucle Atlantis Sofa, Europe, 1960s

20th Century Camel Boucle Atlantis Sofa, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique. Due to

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

21st Century Viv Id Sofa Hammered Brass Nobilis Made in Portugal by Malabar
21st Century Viv Id Sofa Hammered Brass Nobilis Made in Portugal by Malabar

21st Century Viv Id Sofa Hammered Brass Nobilis Made in Portugal by Malabar

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

modernism movement sparks the impulse for Malabar designers to conceive this future classic sofa. Within

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Arcadia Sofa in Fabric & Brass Details, Mid-Century Modern
Sculptural Arcadia Sofa in Fabric & Brass Details, Mid-Century Modern

Sculptural Arcadia Sofa in Fabric & Brass Details, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Freamunde, PT

Arcadia sofa is a sanctuary of comfort and elegance, where modern design meets timeless serenity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Naeko Sofa (Daily Bed) by Kazuhide Takahama produced by Gavina Spa in 1957
Naeko Sofa (Daily Bed) by Kazuhide Takahama produced by Gavina Spa in 1957

Naeko Sofa (Daily Bed) by Kazuhide Takahama produced by Gavina Spa in 1957

By Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT

Naeko sofa (daily bed) by Kazuhide Takahama, first model manufactured by Gavina, recently covered

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Loveseat Sofa in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Art Deco Loveseat Sofa in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

Art Deco Loveseat Sofa in the Style of 1930's Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

detail in small tiles applied by hand accentuate the upholstery in beige coton velvet, creating a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Lacquer

Galore 3-Seat Sofa, by Rikke Frost from Warm Nordic
Galore 3-Seat Sofa, by Rikke Frost from Warm Nordic

Galore 3-Seat Sofa, by Rikke Frost from Warm Nordic

By Hans Olsen

Located in Viby J, DK

Luxurious 3-seat sofa with an elegant, attractive idiom, created by the talented Danish designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A stained wood and beige orange velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. 18.5” seat

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary “Pompon 1 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet
Contemporary “Pompon 1 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Contemporary “Pompon 1 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Located in 1204, CH

Olga Engel is a successful Russian product and interior designer, who harmoniously mixes luxury with minimalism, functionality and ergonomics with a light mood and a touch of irony. ...

Category

2010s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary “Pompon 2 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet
Contemporary “Pompon 2 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Contemporary “Pompon 2 XL” Armchair Delcourt Tioga Nobilis Fakir Velvet

Located in 1204, CH

Olga Engel is a successful Russian product and interior designer, who harmoniously mixes luxury with minimalism, functionality and ergonomics with a light mood and a touch of irony. ...

Category

2010s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Giuseppe Munari for Poltrona
Giuseppe Munari for Poltrona

Giuseppe Munari for Poltrona

Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE

Giuseppe Munari for Poltronona – Modular Lounge Sofa, Italy, 1970s Velvet, leather, fabric, chrome

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Botera High Chair in Upholstery, by E-GGS
Botera High Chair in Upholstery, by E-GGS

Botera High Chair in Upholstery, by E-GGS

By E-GGS, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Botera High chair is padded with four different types of foam, following the chair's design focus of comfort. A chunky cushion forms the base from which the high or low backrest is d...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Iconic ‘Camaleonda’ Seating Set by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
Vintage Iconic ‘Camaleonda’ Seating Set by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s

Vintage Iconic ‘Camaleonda’ Seating Set by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, C&B Italia

Located in Zagreb, HR

iconic Camaleonda modules are seen here in their original upholstery, an ivory cotton-velvet material. An

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

Baika Beige Velvet Three Seater Sofa with Wooden Detail
Baika Beige Velvet Three Seater Sofa with Wooden Detail

Baika Beige Velvet Three Seater Sofa with Wooden Detail

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Baika 3 seater sofa, elegantly encased in dark chestnut wood, becomes the most understated yet

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Foam, Velvet, Wood

Hollywood Regency Style Sofa Chaise Longue Offered in Velvet
Hollywood Regency Style Sofa Chaise Longue Offered in Velvet

Hollywood Regency Style Sofa Chaise Longue Offered in Velvet

By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

, creating the piece de resistance for any interior. Upholstery: Velvet Footer: Brushed brass Handmade in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Brass

Gianfranco Frattini Beige Wool Bouclé Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
Gianfranco Frattini Beige Wool Bouclé Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972

Gianfranco Frattini Beige Wool Bouclé Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972

By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Vicenza, IT

Sesann two-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Living Room Sets

Materials

Chrome

Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, DEDAR Beige Canvas, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, DEDAR Beige Canvas, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

Modern Twins Outdoors Sofa, DEDAR Beige Canvas, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Dedar, Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

wooden sofa upholstered in beige DEDAR outdoors canvas fabric. Wooden base lacquered in satin finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Patio and Ga...

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Canvas

Art Deco Abito Curved Sofa, Beige Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Art Deco Abito Curved Sofa, Beige Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Art Deco Abito Curved Sofa, Beige Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

service as well upon request. The Abito sofa is upholstered in beige bouclé. Its feet are in solid

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Customizable Wittmann Paradise Bird Sofa by Luca Nichetto
Customizable Wittmann Paradise Bird Sofa by Luca Nichetto

Customizable Wittmann Paradise Bird Sofa by Luca Nichetto

By Wittmann, Luca Nichetto

Located in New York, NY

chair, a high back chair, a two-seat sofa and a stool transcribes the eclecticism of a research that

Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Velvet

French Neoclassical Talha Real Sofa Jacquard Silver Handmade Portugal Greenapple
French Neoclassical Talha Real Sofa Jacquard Silver Handmade Portugal Greenapple

French Neoclassical Talha Real Sofa Jacquard Silver Handmade Portugal Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Real sofa adds a sophisticated and refined touch to any living area. The sofa is upholstered in beige

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Daybeds

Materials

Silver Leaf

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Beige Velvet Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the beige velvet sofa you’re looking for. Each beige velvet sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, velvet and upholstery. Find 63 options for an antique or vintage beige velvet sofa now, or shop our selection of 42 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a beige velvet sofa — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right beige velvet sofa, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Koket, Mario Bellini and Modshop each produced at least one beautiful beige velvet sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a Beige Velvet Sofa?

A beige velvet sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,902, while the lowest priced sells for $1,093 and the highest can go for as much as $36,805.

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.

Questions About Beige Velvet Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.