Block Sofa
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Textile
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s Spanish Organic Modern Sofas
Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1990s American Organic Modern Sofas
Cane, Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Foam
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Haitian Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Down
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery, Maple
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Fabric, Down, Maple, Mahogany, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute
Antique 18th Century American Sofas
Maple, Abalone, Down, Upholstery, Cotton, Jute, Fabric
2010s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Settees
Leather
2010s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Tapestries
Felt
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Foam
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Fabric, Foam
Recent Sales
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
1990s American Modern Club Chairs
Cotton, Rattan, Down
1990s American Modern Sofas
Cotton, Rattan, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Lucite
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Linen, Acrylic, Polyester, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Acrylic, Polyester, Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Linen, Acrylic, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pillows and Throws
Polyester
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Oak, Wool
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede, Foam, Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century Unknown Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
1990s American Regency Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sofa Tables
Wood
Vintage 1980s Swiss Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s Swiss Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Upholstery, Rosewood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Beech
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs
Textile, Plastic
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Maple
2010s Spanish Organic Modern Sofas
Wood
1990s American Sofas
Wicker
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1870s French Sofa Tables
Elm
Vintage 1980s Swiss Sectional Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Pillows and Throws
Down, Linen
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Beech
20th Century Toys and Dolls
Metal
Vintage 1940s Mexican Neoclassical Living Room Sets
Bronze
2010s American Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Linen
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Fabric, Resin, Plywood
2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s Mexican Brutalist Decorative Art
Wood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Straw
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Benches
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century German Armchairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze, Wire
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Block Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The cost of a Lovesac couch varies depending on material, color, condition, and style. Typically Lovesac couches start at $2,000.00.
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