Baker Bolster Back Sofa, 1958
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Baker bolster back sofa, 1958. Completely restored and reupholstered with a textured pink mohair seat and a darker tone pink velvet bolster.
Mohair, Velvet
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H 25 in W 97 in D 32 in
Modern Herman Miller Bolster Hopsak Orange 3-Seat Sofa Loose-Back Steel Legs
By Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Thoughtfully designed by Bassam Fellows, this sofa is well-suited for a wide range of spaces, from living rooms to lobbies to office suites. Set atop solid steel legs, the sofa uses ...
Textile
Vladimir Kagan 'Matinee' Sofa + Daybed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
The sofa has a removable bolster back and two accent bolster pillows.
Wool
Marge Carson Slipper Sofa in Mohair
By Marge Carson
Located in Dallas, TX
A bolster back slipper sofa with down seat cushion designed by Marge Carson.
Mohair
Leather 'Matinee' Sofa / Daybed by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Remarkable sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Studios composed of two removable bolster accent pillows and back bolster in leather.
Leather
Pair of Marge Carson Slipper Sofas in Mohair
By Marge Carson
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of bolster back slipper sofas with down seat cushions designed by Marge Carson.
Mohair
Massive Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Platform Boomerang Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Easy to roll and ideal for spaces with rugs or carpet. Remove the back bolsters to transform the sofa into a cozy and convenient bed for overnight guests.
Metal
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H 30.5 in W 87 in D 34.5 in
Beautiful “Matinee” Sofa / Daybed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Round Rock, TX
The removal of the back bolster converts the sofa to a daybed. This example is a deep purple or plum with gray pillows.
Leather
Beautiful Leather Matinee Daybed Sofa by Vladimir Kagan Sage Green Leather
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing light green sage soft leather. Has a (1) removable back bolster in sage green leather. When the back bolster is removed the sofa converts into a daybed.
Leather
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H 29.5 in W 128.38 in D 30 in
Adrian Pearsall Walnut Daybed Platform Sofa with Floating Terrazzo End Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
In addition to the style comes plenty of practical function. Remove the back bolster to transform the sofa into a cozy and convenient bed for overnight guests.
Metal
Antique Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
Please refer to close up photos to understand the old (but later applied) gray painted finish with gold trim adding to its stately presence. The sofa seat, bolsters, back and sides a...
Wood, Paint
Minerva Sofa by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A true daybed. Remove the back bolster to transform the sofa into a cozy and convenient bed.
Upholstery, Teak
Vladimir Kagan Black Leather Matinee Sofa Daybed 3-seat, American Leather 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sofa is comprised of two removable bolster accent pillows and long back bolster.
Leather
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H 30 in W 105.75 in D 31 in
Adrian Pearsall Style Oak Daybed Sofa with Floating End Tables, circa 1960s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A true daybed. Remove the back bolster to transform the sofa into a cozy and convenient bed.
Upholstery, Oak
Bolster Back Slipper Sofa in the Style of Milo Baughman by Marge Carson
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern style bolster back slipper sofa or daybed in the style of Milo Baughman.
Vladimir Kagan 'Matinee' Sofa / Daybed in Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Remarkable sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather Studios composed of two removable bolster accent pillows and back bolster in leather.
Leather
Post Modern Matinee Sofa Daybed by Vladimir Kagan
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
The sofa is composed of two removable bolster accent pillows and a removable back bolster.
Leather
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H 32 in W 63.5 in D 32.5 in
Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard For John Stuart FD451 Daybed Sofas & Corner Table Set
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart Inc., Grete Jalk, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Chattanooga, TN
The comfort level is truly superb and was specifically designed for the sleep option. Remove the back bolster of the sofa, or and push the two pieces together, to transform this into...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
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H 27 in W 74 in D 33.25 in
Adrian Pearsall Style Tufted Daybed Sofa Couch, Midcentury Danish Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A true daybed. Remove the back bolster to transform the sofa into a cozy and convenient bed.
Beech
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Minerva Lounge Sofa Set
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These are true daybeds. Remove the back bolster of the sofa, or and push the two pieces together, to transform this into a large, cozy and convenient bed.
Upholstery, Teak
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H 23.25 in W 75 in D 34 in
Convertible Daybed Sofa with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ingenious design allows this to be used as a sofa and then when needed, removing the back pillows converts this couch to a daybed.
Steel
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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