A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé
Fabric, Wood
1980s Vintage Curved Cloud Red Sofa
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning cloud sofa, circa the 1980s. This biomorphic sofa sits on
Upholstery, Hardwood
Directional Biomorphic Curved Velvet Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Directional biomorphic curved velvet sofa.
Velvet
Vintage Contemporary Custom Built Biomorphic Boucle Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Indulge in luxury and sophistication with this vintage contemporary custom-built biomorphic boucle
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$5,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 34 in W 80 in D 34 in
1980s Preview Purple Sculptural Biomorphic Cloud Sofa
By Preview
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, purple microfiber cloud sofa you could hope
Upholstery, Wood
80" Leolux Kikko Style Biomorphic Shaped Leather Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
This sofa is biomorphic shaped and has chrome legs. The back has 2 separate curved backrest . The
Leather
68" Leolux Kikko Style Biomorphic Shaped Leather Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
This sofa is biomorphic shaped and has chrome legs. The back has 2 separate curved backrest . The
Leather
Cy Mann Serpentine Biomorphic Sectional Sofa
By Cy Mann
Located in Redding, CT
Cy Mann Designers collection Serpentine Biomorphic Sectional Sofa. Classic Mid Century style. In a
Metal
1980s 3-Piece Biomorphic Curved Sofa By Preview
By Preview
Located in Bensalem, PA
This is one unique sofa, very comfortable. The shape is amazing would be the center focus point of
Upholstery
Biomorphic Postmodern Sofa in the Style of Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
An absolutely stunning Postmodern sofa designed and created in the mid-1990s. This stunning sofa is
Chenille
$4,200
H 28 in W 90 in D 46 in
Mid-Century Modern Kidney Shaped Curved Serpentine Biomorphic Cloud Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company, Drexel
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous Mid-Century Modern biomorphic kidney shaped sofa. This long tailored cloud sofa features
Upholstery, Wood
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
H 32 in W 89 in D 49 in
1980s Weiman Pucci Style Curved Tufted Channel Biomorphic Kidney Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare sofa is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Preview Biomorphic Modular Sectional
By Preview
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning modular sectional you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the b...
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Curved Post Modern Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning near mint condition 1980's Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa by Directional. Comes in it's
Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood
Extra-Large Postmodern Animal Print Sofa, Germany, 1990s
By Bretz
Located in Rīga, LV
Striking postmodern sofa with a biomorphic silhouette and bold tiger-stripe patterned velour
Metal
$4,995
H 32.5 in W 96 in D 43 in
Postmodern Black & Khaki Sort of Animal Print Serpentine Cloud-Like Chaise Sofa
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome postmodern black and khaki sort of animal print serpentine cloud-like or biomorphic chaise
Fabric, Wood, Paint
$11,879Sale Price / item|15% Off
H 37.01 in W 69.3 in D 43.31 in
Biomorphic Outdoor Sofa by Albino Miranda - Modern Fiberglass Design
By Albino Miranda
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary garden sofa crafted of fiberglass-reinforced acrylic resin in aged concrete finish
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Biomorphic Kidney Shaped Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge Sofa
By Weiman, Directional
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning 6ft curvy chaise lounge with arched back in beige ultra suede in ready to use condition
Ultrasuede
$69,500
H 28.25 in W 114.5 in D 47.25 in
Outstanding Finn Juhl Rosewood and Silver Inlay "Judas" Dining Table, Restored
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in South Bend, IN
biomorphic Baker sofa, and this Judas table, ornamented with stylish inlaid silver plaquettes.
Silver
Shorty Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic biomorphic sofa upholstered in black and white wool bouclé with Lucite centre support.
Wool, Lucite
Unavailable
H 47.25 in W 63 in D 45.28 in
Contemporary 'My Big Fat' Sofa With Biomorphic Upholstered Seat and Wood Frame
By Charlotte Kingsnorth
Located in London, GB
My Big Fat sofa narrates the bond between a female figure and her sofa. Together they sit as one
Fabric, Upholstery, Ash
Finn Juhl Model BO-118 Teak Lounge Chair for Bovirke
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Camperdown, NSW
signature designs as the supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the biomorphic Baker sofa, and the
Fabric, Teak
Biomorphic Sofa.
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing biomorphic sofa newly upholstered with a deep pewter Holly Hunt mohair.
Directional Biomorphic Sofa Mid-Century
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gracefully curved biomorphic sofa by Directional in the original fabric of a geometric print
Upholstery
Pair of Signed Directional Biomorphic Sofas
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of Signed Directional Biomorphic sofas Both sofas retain original Directional labels.
Upholstery
Vintage Regency Custom Biomorphic Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your living space with the refined elegance of this Vintage Regency Custom Biomorphic Sofa
Upholstery
Huge Mid-Century Modern Kagan Style Serpentine Biomorphic Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This huge Mid-Century Modern Kagan style serpentine biomorphic sofa is just swell. The lines are
Mid-Century Modern Biomorphic Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
We aren't sure who designed this Mid-Century Modern sofa but it dates to the 1960s and is most
Upholstery, Ash, Walnut
Sold
H 29.5 in W 132 in D 47 in
'Moraine' Biomorphic Sofa by Zaha Hadid for Sawaya & Moroni Italy, 2000, Signed
By Zaha Hadid Architects, Zaha Hadid, Sawaya & Moroni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible and rare biomorphic sofa is by Zaha Hadid for Milano Italy based maker Sawaya
Leather, Foam
Vintage Boho Italian Logo Biomorphic Sofas - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of vintage Boho sofa. Custom built in a chic biomorphic shape. Great together
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Boho Jacquard Logo Biomorphic Sofas - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of vintage Boho sofa. Custom built in a chic biomorphic shape. Great together
Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Karan Style Serpentine Biomorphic Sofa in Powder Blue
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in View Park, CA
COOL BLUE: Kagan style serpentine sofa in powder blue microsuede with chrome base. Wavy seat with
Chrome
Sold
H 28.25 in W 118 in D 51.25 in
Signed Vitra Isamu Noguchi Freeform Cloud Large Biomorphic Sofa & Ottoman
By Isamu Noguchi, Vitra
Located in West Hartford, CT
Isamu Noguchi's biomorphic, organic shaped "Cloud" Freeform Sofa is a direct extension of the
Fabric, Textile, Wool, Wood, Maple
Cy Mann Suede Biomorphic Sectional Sofa
By Cy Mann
Located in Culver City, CA
A stunning example of 1970s modern design, this Cy Mann serpentine biomorphic sofa is a stunner
Vladimir Kagan Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic biomorphic sofa in original eggplant ultra-suede. Features a kidney or cloud shape with
Lucite, Ultrasuede
1980s Curved Cloud Dark Green Sofa
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning cloud sofa, circa the 1980s. This biomorphic sofa sits on
Chrome
Sold
H 29 in W 110 in D 39 in
“Arabesque” Curved Sectional in Ivory by Willi Schillig, Postmodern, 1980s
By Willi Schillig
Located in La Mesa, CA
visual tension. Its organic form, reminiscent of Vladimir Kagan’s biomorphic sofas, makes it ideal for
Faux Leather
Dramatic Serpentine Sofa, Vladimir Kagan style, Blush Velvet and Brass
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely sensational biomorphic sofa by Directional Furniture and in the style of Vladimir Kagan
Brass
Biomorphic Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large sectional sofa recently reupholstered by the original owners in a cut velvet pile most likely
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Boho Biomorphic Velvet Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational vintage Boho sofa. A chic biomorphic shape in a pale apricot velvet. Custom built and
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Biomorphic Sectional Sofa by Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Raleigh, NC
Stunning curved sectional sofa in original fabric. Abstract geometric fabric in neutral tones ready
Upholstery
Vintage Contemporary Custom Built Biomorphic Boucle Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Indulge in luxury and sophistication with this vintage contemporary custom-built biomorphic boucle
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
1980s Biomorphic Form Sofa by Directional Furniture
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
An American made 1980’s classic biomorphic kidney shaped sofa made by Directional Furniture. Kidney
Upholstery
Biomorphic Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagen for Directional
Located in Ferndale, MI
Biomorphic Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagen for Directional 96" wide x 31" tall x 39" deep (at
Vintage Biomorphic 3 Pc Curved Sectional Sofa
Located in West Hartford, CT
Colorful groovy biomorphic vintage 3 pc curved sectional sofa upholstered in a navy, orange and
Upholstery
Vintage Boho Zebra Jacquard Biomorphic Sectional Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho sectional sofa. A chic woven jacquard in a tone on tone zebra design
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28 in W 86 in D 32 in
Vladimir Kagan Sofa, Biomorphic Kidney Form for Directional Furniture, 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1980s. This piece retains
Fabric
Sold
H 28 in W 86 in D 32 in
Biomorphic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Biomorphic kidney bean shaped sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s. This piece has been
Ultrasuede
Sold
H 28 in W 86 in D 32 in
Biomorphic Kidney Form Sofa by Directional Furniture in Kagan Style, 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Street, New York, NY Suite M258. Biomorphic kidney form sofa for Directional Furniture, 1980s, often
Upholstery, Velvet
Sold
H 28 in W 87 in D 36 in
Vladimir Kagan Sofa for Directional Biomorphic Kidney Form in Caramel Leather
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
Directional sofa in beautiful caramel leather attributed to Vladimir Kagan, circa 1980
Steel
Vladimir Kagan Modular Three Piece Biomorphic Sectional Sofa
Located in West Hartford, CT
Weiman Furniture Kagan three piece modular sectional that was reupholstered seven years ago in a off-white cotton fabric. That said, it needs to be reupholstered again by the new ow...
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 27.5 in W 85 in D 35 in
Price per Item: Pair of Restored Velvet Biomorphic Curved Sofas by Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
PRICED PER ITEM: Pair of biomorphic kidney form sofas for Directional Furniture, 1990s. Very
Velvet
Restored Mid-Century Modern Curved Biomorphic Sectional Sofa by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in North York, ON
Restored Mid-Century Modern curved biomorphic sectional sofa by Weiman. Stunning original 1970’s
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 29 in W 140 in L 29 in
Directional Mid-Century Biomorphic Rose Color Suede Leather Cloud Sofa Sectional
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant three piece sectional sofa from Directional Furniture, circa late 1970s-1980s. The fabric
Leather, Suede, Fabric, Textile, Wood
Mid-Century Biomorphic Louis Sognot style Atomic Boomerang Table
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The documented designer/maker is unknown. Atomic boomerang glass sofa table.
Glass, Oak
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Biomorphic shape sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional.
Upholstery, Lucite
Postmodern Cloud Sofa, 1990s
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is absolutely stunning! It's a custom made Postmodern biomorphic / serpentine cloud sofa
Fabric
Vladimir Kagan Petite Cloud Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
An absolutely stunning petite cloud sofa by Vladimir Kagan. This cloud sofa features Kagan's
Chrome
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa after Milo Baughman
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Southampton, NJ
Biomorphic curved Postmodern sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall. Very comfortable and attractive
Cotton, Wood
Elegant Weiman Preview Sectional Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 1980s to early 1990s curved biomorphic sectional sofa in cream wool. This sofa is
Wool
Massive Weiman Preview Sectional Serpentine Curved Sofa
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Massive 1980s to early 1990s curved biomorphic sectional sofa in cream wool. This sofa is
Wool
Patricia Urquiola for B&b Italia “Bend” Sofa – Long Section
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia Bend sectional sofa. A sculptural, biomorphic design that balances
Fabric, Foam
Sold
H 32.29 in W 83.86 in L 32.29 in
Viggo Boesen 'Attribution', Curved Modernist Sofa, Beech, Sheepskin, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
organic / biomorphic form the sofa is enhanced by the authentic sheepskin / lambskin upholstery. Other
Sheepskin, Beech
Vladimir Kagan Cloud Lounge Sofa in Midnight Blue Velvet Midcentury
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kagan's famous biomorphic shape sofa in a coveted design has been fully restored in velvet. It's
Velvet
Sold
H 32 in W 98 in D 39 in
Federico Munari, Attributed, Organic Sofa, Oak, Dark Grey Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in High Point, NC
A large and organic / biomorphic / freeform sofa. Design attributed to Federico Munari. Produced in
Fabric, Oak
Thayer Coggin Red Leather Sectional Sofa, 1990
By Ransom Culler, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman biomorphic sectional sofa. Made by Thayer-Coggin, circa 1990. Original
Leather
1950’s Leopard 2 Piece Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Charleston, SC
This stunning piece of American Mid-Century Modern early 1950s Biomorphic design for a sofa was re
Upholstery, Wood
Large serpentine modular sofa by Roche Bobois, late 20th century
By Roche Bobois
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage French two-piece biomorphic sectional modular sofa by Roche Bobois, late 20th century
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 22.5 in W 46 in D 30.5 in
Mid Century Two-Tiered Coffee Table in Oak Stained Walnut after Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Deland, FL
An exceptional build. Drawing influences from Paul Laszlo, this unmarked biomorphic corner table
Oak
Sold
H 30 in W 29 in D 30 in
Pair of Finn Juhl 1953 Spade Teak Lounge Chair by France & Daverkosen Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
, the biomorphic “Baker” sofa, and the “Judas” table, a piece ornamented with stylish inlaid silver
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 20.25 in W 32.25 in D 15 in
Wall Mounted Cabinet/Console by Finn Juhl for Baker, Teak and Maple
By Finn Juhl, Bakery Studio
Located in San Diego, CA
supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the biomorphic Baker sofa, and the Judas table, a piece
Maple, Teak
Rare Finn Juhl Chair by Bovirke BO-118
By Finn Juhl
Located in San Diego, CA
supremely comfortable Chieftan lounge chair, the biomorphic Baker sofa, and the Judas table, a piece
Teak
Pair of Modern Biomorphic Sofas in Pierre Frey Yeti Giboulée Fabric
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of two matching Modern Biomorphic Sofas in Pierre Frey Yeti Giboulée Fabric, constructed by
Wool, Mohair
Vladimir Kagan Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Mid-Century Modern biomorphic sofa by design legend Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Wool, Lucite
Huge Postmodern Biomorphic 3-Piece Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This amazing Postmodern sofa is unlike any sofa I have ever seen. The quality of the construction
Fabric
Valdimir Kagan Biomorphic Curved Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large curved sofa designed by Kagan for Directional. Very well constructed, heavy comfortable
$4,250 / set
H 15.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Brass and Murano Glass Sconces, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, New Design
Located in Austin, TX
Petite sconces from Murano, Italy made with smoked glass stamped into a lovely curved shape with texture. The brass structure has been newly wired to fit US standards.
Brass
Mae Solid Wood Nightstand and Side Table by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae Nightstand Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / dovetailed solid wood drawer boxes / premium, full extension, soft close drawer ...
Maple, Oak, Walnut
$12,351Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Bertu Nightstands, Santa Fe Modern Nightstand, Maple
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Nightstand - Santa Fe Collection is our newest design for 2025. It is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is handmade in maple (or the wood ...
Maple
Oval Mirror with Murano Glass by Studio Glustin.
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Beautiful mirror with frame in sculpted Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.
Mirror, Murano Glass
$1,190 / item
H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
$117,320
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
On Hold|$3,990 / item
H 8.27 in Dm 22.05 in
Kalmar Chandelier or Flush Mount Light Brass Curved Textured Glass, 1960, 1 of 2
By Barovier, Venini, J.T. Kalmar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Barovier&Toso
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A brass and glass basket light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). Two fixtures are available. The price is p...
Metal, Brass
Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A large Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in light blue velvet with a light gray velvet border, in a minimalist way, which ...
Velvet, Beech
Antique Chinese Carved Canopy Bed with Alcove
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table: from which tea, wi...
Lacquer, Wood
$2,485Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.78 in W 77.56 in D 34.65 in
Very rare and early Richard Stein Sofa / Daybed for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Stein
Located in Munich, DE
All original. can be converted to a bed.
Fabric
$1,911 / set
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Set of 4 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 4 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a n...
Steel, Chrome
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Wedding Bed
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese wedding bed in red lacquer and hand cards details. Has a new mattress (not shown).
Gold Leaf
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the subject of rivalry among wives and co...
Rattan, Elm
Restored 1970s Palazzo Torta Sofa in Dusty Pink Silk Velvet
Located in Florence, Tuscany
I love a 'Palazzo Torta' sofa. These wonderful round sofas are mainly found in large palazzi or in old hotels in Italy. This one was found in Naples - it was made in the 1970s and we...
Canvas, Cotton, Silk, Velvet
Zebra Gold Sofa in Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Zebra gold with structure in solid wood. Upholstered and covered with high quality zebra gold velvet fabric. With silvered oval nails. Cushions in option, not included. Excep...
Velvet, Wood
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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