Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cane back couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A cane back couch — often made from
wood,
fabric and
natural fiber — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cane back couch — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right cane back couch, those designed in
Hollywood Regency,
Louis XV and
Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest.
GETAMA,
Henredon and
Hans J. Wegner each produced at least one beautiful cane back couch that is worth considering.
Prices for a cane back couch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $7,800, while the average can fetch as much as $4,800.
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.