1970s Curved Sculptural Rattan Denim Blue Sofa
By Mcquire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the details and curves on this beauty! Plush cushionin...
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Three Seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal three seat sofa. Beautiful bent rattan in a classic Frankl style shape
Upholstery, Rattan
Ficks Reed, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Ficks Reed
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and blue fabric sofa produced by Ficks Reed, USA, c. 1950s. Vintage
Fabric, Rattan
Split Reed Wicker Rattan Bamboo 3 Seater Sofa Blue & White Cushions
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern light profile wicker frame 3 seater sofa. Nice vintage blue and white cushions.
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
$6,500 / set
H 39.5 in W 94 in D 32 in
Ficks Reed Rattan Sofa Set, Pale Blue Wash, Antique, 1970s, Six Pieces
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
A spectacular pair of Ficks Reed rattan sofas in an original factory finish: a pale blue wash
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$2,622Sale Price|31% Off
H 31 in W 71 in D 35 in
Restored Black Two-Strand "Half Moon" Rattan 3-Seat Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era black 3-seater rattan sofa, with what we at the shop call the "Half Moon", two
Rattan
$4,620Sale Price|40% Off
H 34 in W 81 in D 36 in
Restored Milo Baughman Style Stick Reed Rattan Cubists Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Baughman style rattan sofa with woven stick rattan sides and pole rattan frame. The
Rattan
$11,500 / set
H 34 in W 90 in D 32 in
1970s Rattan Reed Sculptural Chinoiserie Style Blue White Sofa Suite, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare reeded rattan living suite set you
Upholstery, Rattan
$11,250Sale Price|40% Off
H 34 in W 81 in D 36 in
Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An original restored 1950's teal rattan living room set features a pair of lounge chairs and a 3
Fabric, Rattan, Paint
$9,791Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 72 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Small with Natural Oak and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$10,751Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 79 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Large with Natural Oak and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 72 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 72 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$10,751Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 79 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Large with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$10,751Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 79 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Large with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is available in a number of
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$2,898Sale Price|31% Off
H 30 in W 72 in D 32 in
Restored 3/4 Round Pretzel Three-Seat Sofa with Open Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This round 3/4 pretzel 4 seater sectional sofa with three-strand round pretzel arms and open frame
Rattan
Two-Seater Rattan Settee, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Two-seater modular rattan sofa with blue fabric cushions and seat base coverings. The four loose
Fabric, Rattan
Rattan Sofa with Blue Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rattan sofa with new blue "handkerchief' inspired fabric. The sofa has been newly lashed and
Fabric, Rattan
Restored Milo Baughman Style Stick Modernist Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century Baughman style rattan sofa with a pole rattan frame and stick rattan sides. The seats
Rattan
McGuire Blue and White Upholstered Bamboo Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning McGuire organic modern bamboo rattan sofa featuring blue and white organic upholstery with
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Bamboo
Ralph Lauren Woven Rattan Sofa with Blue Ombre Upholstery
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand sofa by Ralph Lauren Polo collection constructed from woven bamboo rattan reeds. Features a
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Wood, Rattan
Ralph Lauren Woven Rattan and Bamboo Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic Ralph Lauren Polo Home natural woven rattan and bamboo sofa, Late 20th Century. This modern
Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Rattan Wicker Sofas with Blue and White French Ticking
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Organic modern pair of rattan and woven wicker sofas featuring a modern redux upholstery with blue
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 25 in D 35 in
"President's" Art Deco Stick Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
stick rattan sofa and a stick rattan lounge chair. This Set includes a large 69" Wide osfa and matching
Rattan
Rattan Danish Sofa, 1970s
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Danish 2 seater rattan sofa. Light blue loose cushions. Dark stained wood.
Rattan
Vintage Rattan Danish Sofa, 1970s
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
Danish 2 seater rattan sofa. Light blue loose cushions. Dark stained wood. Available also one
Fabric, Rattan
Bamboo Rattan Mid Century Tuxedo Sofa in the Manner of Ficks Reed
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Beautiful rattan sofa features deep blue fabric with a modern print and woven rattan sides. Very
Upholstery, Rattan
Blue Rattan Sofa with Performance Fabric Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graphic rattan frame newly painted a deep, marine blue, and freshly upholstered in Peter Dunham
Rattan
$2,094 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$13,534 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 Seat Rattan Sofa.
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa.
Bamboo, Rattan
$331,200Sale Price|33% Off
H 36 in W 106 in D 40 in
Original Historic Hand Made 9 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa By Paul T Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Extremely rare, museum-quality nine-strand square pretzel square-back four-seat sofa was designed by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available...
Wicker, Rattan
McGuire Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional and rare McGuire modern organic rattan sofa. Crafted in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans from bundled pencil reed rattan over a rattan and ...
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Roll Back Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic vintage woven rattan sofa. An extra large frame with deep seats and an exaggerated roll back. Cushion included. Acquired from a Miami estate.
Rattan
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 32 in W 101 in D 36 in
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand 4-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4-seat rattan bamboo sofa. Rare 4 seat version this classic design. Pretzel rattan sectional sofa designed by Paul Frankl. This sofa features a stacked rattan ba...
Bamboo
$4,000Sale Price|33% Off
H 31 in W 77 in D 40 in
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa Offered for sale is a Paul Frankl six-strand three-seat bamboo and rattan sofa with loose seat and back upholstered cushions...
Fabric, Bamboo, Foam
$4,400 / set
H 31 in W 26 in D 32 in
5 Pieces Set of Mid Century Rattan Bamboo Sectional Sofa & Arm Longe Chair Mint
By McGuire, Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
5 Pieces set of mid century tattan bamboo sectional sofa & arm longe chair mint.
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Immaculate Quilted Chinoiserie Style Rattan Reed Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this rare occasion is one of the most beautiful chinoiserie style sofa you could hope to find. Extra hidden compartment with a new and unused sleeper. Outstanding design ...
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
$5,640Sale Price|40% Off
H 32 in W 78 in D 36 in
Restored Frankl Style Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel 3-seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century six-strand 3-seat rattan sofa features square pretzel arms and a classic stacked base. Made of steam-bent rattan poles. The sofa followed the same silhouette that was pr...
Fabric, Cotton, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa After Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace coastal sophistication with this Vintage Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa, reminiscent of iconic designs by Frankl. Crafted with American flair, its elegant four-strand construct...
Upholstery, Rattan
$3,600
H 29 in W 71 in D 32.5 in
1970s Striped Blue Upholstery Bamboo Frame Mid Century Modern Sofa MINT!
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Brass Chrome Rectangle Base Adjustable Mid Century Modern Floor Lamp Mint!
Bamboo, Reed
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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