$1,795
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 37.41 in
Sofa / Couch Chesterfield Luxury Baroque Style Design Velvet Red Alcantara Look
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Chesterfield sofa with ottoman in beautiful velvet / alkantara look.
Velvet
$25,659 / set
H 34.45 in W 77.96 in D 36.23 in
PAIR OF GEORGE SMiTH SOMERVILLE CHESTERFIELD MOHAIR VELVET SOFAS
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
George Smith Somerville Mohair Velvet Chesterfield tufted sofas RRP £30,130 Please note the delivery fee
Velvet, Hardwood
Milo Sofa, Shell / Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Avocado/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Violet/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Cameo/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Marmelade/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Cranberry/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Ocean/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Evergreen/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Earth/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Taupe/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Bittersweet/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Milo Sofa, Ming/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
Chesterfield Sofa Floral Print Velvet Fabric
Located in Paddington, NSW
This striking sofa is a bold reinterpretation of a classic Chesterfield silhouette, distinguished
Fabric, Wood
$4,297
H 27 in W 98 in D 35 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Velvet Sofa, Tufted Chesterfield Style Couch
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An exquisite vintage Hollywood Regency sofa upholstered in a luxurious gold velvet fabric with a
Velvet
$16,619
H 34.65 in W 73.63 in D 38 in
OWNED BY MADONNA LUXURY GEORGE SMiTH BOLSTER MOHAIR VELVET CHESTERFIELD SOFA
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, Mohair Velvet George Smith Chelsea Bolster sofa which was owned by Madonna Please note the delivery fee
Velvet
Chesterfield Style Button Tufted Sofa in Yellow Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
This tufted sofa in the Chesterfield style includes over 250 buttons. The sofa features a
Velvet
Milo Sofa, Terra Cotta/Chesterfield Velvet
By Marie Burgos Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
created the newly introduced Milo sofa. She uses a molded wooden frame to support the luxuriously
Fabric
$18,030
H 29.14 in W 97.25 in D 38.19 in
Large Chesterfield Sofa from Sweden early 1900s Mohair Velvet from Rose Uniacke
Located in Uxbridge, GB
This exquisite Swedish Chesterfield sofa, dating back to the early 1900s, offers both luxurious
Mohair, Velvet, Mahogany, Oak
Chesterfield Sofa from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A skirted chesterfield sofa in the original orange velvet upholstery.
Upholstery
Chesterfield Custom Sofa Sally Sirkin Lewis
By Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in Westport, CT
Velvet soft Toupe /Grey Chesterfield sofa,circa 1970 with large ball feet,heavy construction custom
Velvet, Walnut
$5,451
H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in
Ralph Lauren "Brompton" 2.5-Seat Chesterfield Sofa - In Brown Leather & Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
-Seat "Brompton" Chesterfield-Sofa, dressed in a sensationally refined, elegant and luxurious lightly
Leather
Our Signature Robinson Fully Buttoned Tufted Sofa
By David Robinson
Located in London, GB
Our Robinson sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to give presence
Velvet
Dijon Velvet Chesterfield Sofa Range, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A fine Dijon velvet Chesterfield sofa range, 20th century. Add a touch of glamour to your home
Velvet
Bespoke Blue Velvet Chesterfield Sofa by Pitfield London
Located in London, GB
Classic and luxurious our traditional button work Chesterfield sofa is available as part of our
Foam, Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 35.83 in W 103.15 in D 45.67 in
Maree Sofa in Cotton Velvet With Matte Lacquered Base by Brabbu
By Brabbu
Located in New York, NY
a modern flair to the classic Chesterfield sofa. Fabric: Velvet Legs/Base: Matte lacquered
Velvet
Hollywood Regency Chesterfield in Black Velvet with Brass Base
By Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
Hollywood Regency Chesterfield from the 1960s with biscuit tufting. Recently reupholstered in black
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 90.56 in D 33.47 in
Green Velvet and Black Wooden Feet with Brass Finishes Chesterfield Style Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Black lacquered wooden feet and deep green velvet colored comfy Chesterfield style sofa
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Wool Tweed Fabric with Leather Finishes and Wood Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wool Tweet Fabric With Leather Padded Button Finishes And Wooden Feet Chesterfield Sofa.
Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 73.23 in D 34.26 in
Wool Tweed Fabric with Leather Finishes and Wood Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wool Tweet Fabric WIth Leather Padded Button Finishes And Wood Chesterfield Sofa.
Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 70.87 in D 37.41 in
Mcm and Scandinavian Design Style Cognac Leather and Beige Bouclé Fabric Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
MCM And Scandinavian Design Style Cognac Leather And Beige Bouclé Fabric Sofa with Wooden Base
Velvet, Wood, Leather, Fabric, Bouclé
Baker Furniture Channel Back Sofa by Barbara Barry
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Channel back styles blend to create a unique and original sofa design by Barbara Barry for Baker
Upholstery, Velvet
Burgundy Velvet Chesterfield Tufted Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Chesterfield burgundy velvet tufted sofa on a bronzed metal base. In good condition. Wear
Metal
Large Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Velvet chesterfield sofa, with original upholstery. Made in England, circa 1880.
Velvet
Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Antique French Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful green velvet sofa with two bolster pillows, from France and in great condition. Subtle
Velvet, Hardwood
Claridge Modern Chesterfield Sofa in French Blue Velvet
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
The Chesterfield sofa gets a Modern American Glamour update. We took the guts of a Chesterfield
Brass
20th Century Plum Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
An elegant vintage Chesterfield sofa in the chic modern style of Milo Baughman. The sofa is
Chrome
Fabulous PInk Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Amarillo, TX
Really dynamite. Classic chesterfield two seat sofa, extensively button tufted, in original pink
Cotton
Midcentury Chesterfield Sofa with New Velvet Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
Classic Chesterfield sofa features tufted seat back and rolled arms, bun feet and dark brass
Brass
Baker Furniture Beige Tufted Chesterfield Velvet Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Furniture Beige Tufted Chesterfield Velvet Sofa This sofa measures: 95 wide x 38 deep x 33
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Petite Blue Tufted Velvet Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This listing is for a pair of 1960s tufted crushed velvet Chesterfield sofas. Each is sturdy and
Velvet
Antique Victorian Blue Velvet Button Back Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique two-seater settee, late 19th century Sumptuous, deep, button-backed blue velvet upholstery
Velvet, Wood, Mahogany
Bespoke Custom British Racing Green Velvet Chesterfield Tufted Sofa
Located in West Hartford, CT
Exceptional, bespoke tufted green velvet sofa with chesterfield design. The fabric is magnificent
Velvet, Wood
Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
With original upholstery on walnut legs and original brass castors. Made in England, circa 1840.
Brass
Sold
H 30 in W 84 in D 40 in
Brunschwig & Fils Chesterfield Sofa Newly Upholstered in Chocolate Brown Velvet
Located in West Hartford, CT
Newly upholstered seven foot Chesterfield sofa by Brunschwig & Fils done in a luxurious chocolate
Brass
Sold
H 30 in W 84 in D 40 in
Brunschwig & Fils Chesterfield Sofa Newly Upholstered in Chocolate Brown Velvet
Located in West Hartford, CT
Newly upholstered seven foot chesterfield sofa by Brunschwig & Fils done in a luxurious chocolate
Brass
Sold
H 25.99 in W 79.14 in D 32.29 in
Antique Victorian Brown/Gold Velvet Button Backed Three Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE THEE SEATER SETTEE, LATE 19TH CENTURY Sumptuous, button-backed sofa with brown/gold
Brass
Sold
H 27.17 in W 84.65 in D 36.23 in
19th Century Victorian Chesterfield Sofa Upholstered in a Green Velvet C Hindley
By Charles Hindley & Sons
Located in Benington, Herts
Well proportioned 19th century Victorian Chesterfield sofa having unusual reeded tapering front
Velvet, Mahogany
Large 19th Century English Yellow Gold Velvet Chesterfield
Located in Middleburg, VA
This beautiful 19th century English yellow-gold velvet Chesterfield screams "take a NAP on me". The
Velvet
Tete a Tete Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Tufted conversation sofa. Fully restored and reupholstered in grey silk viscose velvet.
Wood, Velvet
Sold
H 33 in W 81 in L 33 in
Long Hollywood Regency Pink or Mauve Velvet Kidney Form Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Hollywood Regency style long pink or mauve vintage tufted sofa with two cushions. A beautiful piece
Metal
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare early design by Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin. Chesterfield sofa newly uphosltered in green
Wood, Fabric
Long Antique Sofa in Strie Blue Velvet
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Long antique low back sofa in blue strie velvet with curved arms on wood legs with round feet.
Velvet
Antique Curved French Chesterfield in Velvet
Located in Hudson, NY
An Antique Curved Chesterfield. Recently recovered in exquisite dark green velvet and featuring a
Velvet
Classic Even-arm button tufted Chesterfield Sofa by Kittinger
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Design ! Amazing quality ! Even-arm button tufted Chesterfield Sofa by Kittinger Furniture
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 27 in W 85 in D 36 in
19th Century C Hindley and Sons, London Victorian Chesterfield Sofa Upholstered
By Charles Hindley & Sons
Located in Benington, Herts
Well proportioned 19th century Victorian Chesterfield sofa having unusual reeded tapering front
Velvet
Sold
H 33.47 in W 104.73 in D 48.82 in
Duresta “Connaught” Grand Chesterfield Sofa – In Pale Gold Mink Brown “Rembrandt
Located in Barrowford, GB
“Connaught” Grand 4-Seat Chesterfield Sofa, dressed in their stunning, neutral, tactile and unashamedly
Velvet
Sold
H 36 in W 88 in D 40 in
Custom Upholstered Chesterfield Sofa with Tufted Roll Arms Luxe Chenille Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Custom tufted sofa with rolled arms and pleated skirt which is upholstered in a plush leaf print
Textile, Chenille, Velvet, Wood
19th c. English Roll Arm Button-back Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Greenwich, CT
An English 19th century over-scale country house button back Chesterfield sofa in red velvet on
Upholstery, Wood
Victorian Chesterfield Settee
Located in Petworth, GB
Victorian Chesterfield settee Button back Set on bun feet Traditionally re-upholstered
Velvet, Walnut
Ralph Lauren Chesterfield Velvet Tufted Mahogany Settee Loveseat Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hartford, CT
Done in subtle golden velvet fabric, the brass nailheads and caster, and a mahogany border, this
Brass
Tufted Yellow Velvet Victorian Carved Chesterfield Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Unique carved Victorian frame with yellow tufted upholstery.
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofas, a Pair
Located in Wichita, KS
A pair of fabulous vintage black leather tufted Chesterfield sofas. The leather is in good
Leather, Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 32.49 in W 85.83 in D 37.01 in
George Smith Three-Piece Suite Velvet Silk Upholstery Sofas & Bench Chesterfield
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
you will ever see, its brand new, custom-made to order for a photo shoot and never used The sofas
Silk, Velvet, Beech
Sold
H 23 in W 70 in D 35 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Chesterfield Loveseats Sofas For Upholstery, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Hollywood Regency Curved Chesterfield Love-Seats Sofas For Upholstery - Pair This pair of
Velvet
Sold
H 44.69 in W 67.72 in D 42.92 in
Exdisplay Charlotte James Sofa Made in Edinburgh Chesterfield Buttoned
By Charlotte James
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this ex-display Charlotte James high back Chesterfield buttoned
Velvet, Beech
Exquisite Tufted Slub Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For your enjoyment - a lovely vintage Chesterfield sofa covered in its original salmon pink slub
Velvet
Dreamy Soft Lavender Tufted Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super glamorous plush, top of the line, lavender velvet upholstered Chesterfield sofa, deep, soft
Velvet
1960s Tufted Pink Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gorgeous dusty rose pink vintage sofa with gently curved back and tufted detail. Fabric does show
Post Modern Tiger Velvet Chesterfield Sofa, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Post Modern Tiger Chesterfield sofa, 1970. Original beautiful condition.
Upholstery
Green Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Green Chesterfield style tufted sofa with dark stain legs and scrolling arms.
Velvet, Hardwood
Sold
H 32 in W 98 in D 36 in
1960s Chesterfield Tufted Silk Velvet Sofa Loveseat Chair on Castors, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
best of the best, it being a most spectacular, immaculate, beautifully-presented Italian Silk Velvet in
Silk, Velvet, Wood
English Green Velvet Sofa by Howard & Sons
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Stamford, CT
An extremely comfortable English tufted chesterfield sofa in green velvet by Howard and Son. The
Mahogany
Sold
H 35.44 in W 72.45 in D 40.56 in
George Smith Bulgari Restored Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Sofa Velvet Cushions
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Bulgari three seat brown leather sofa with velvet cushions A good looking and well made piece, George
Leather, Velvet
Sold
H 71 in W 206 in D 106.5 in
George Smith "Early Victorian Chesterfield" Sofa in Mink Brown Italian Velvet
By George Smith
Located in Barrowford, GB
" Large 2.5-seat sofa in an impossibly-elegant and demure, yet remarkably robust Italian Velvet Fabric in
Velvet
Most Elegant Blue Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful newly reupholstered Chesterfield sofa.
Velvet
19th Century Green Tufted Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Essex, MA
A 19th century forest green velvet Chesterfield sofa of rectangular form, the gifted back, seats
Oak, Upholstery, Velvet
Large 1920's Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
Re-upholstered sofa with fine attention to detail. Finely tufted velvet with rolled arms adorned
Large 1920's Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large, freshly upholstered sofa with fine attention to detail. Finely tufted velvet with rolled
$58,664
H 86.62 in W 94.49 in D 0.4 in
Real Chinchilla Throw Blanket by Muchi Decor, Limited Edition, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
A unique piece of the utmost quality from our Collection. Touching this throw will give you a unique sensation of softness and warmth, being chinchilla hair one of the thinnest and...
Fur, Natural Fiber, Silk
$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
$8,380 / set
H 43.31 in W 71.66 in D 29.53 in
Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s
Located in Budapest, HU
Beautiful baroque seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the time. Measures sofa: Depth 75 cm,...
Velvet, Wood
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
The White Peacock
By Jessie Arms Botke
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by Jessie Arms Botke. "The White Peacock" is a wildlife impressionist painting, oil on canvas in a palette of whites, blues, and browns by female, American artist Jessie A...
Canvas, Oil
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26" tall seat height 14".
Fabric
$5,800 / set
H 26 in W 27 in D 30 in
Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of custom stylish parsons armchairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Newly upholstered in a fun-sophisticated leopard upholstery fabric. Down wrapped seat cushion with down back c...
Velvet
$5,478
H 25.99 in W 43.51 in D 28.55 in
STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare original Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch in salmon valo...
Upholstery, Wood
$57,000
H 34 in W 53 in D 24 in
Large Pair Patinated Life Size Bronze Statues Sculpture of Regal Big Cats Lions
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Large pair patinated life size bronze statues sculpture of Regal Big Cats Lions. Exceptional detailed high quality Large pair of Patinated bronze statues of Seated lions, outstanding...
Bronze
$3,000Sale Price / set|60% Off
H 25 in W 61.5 in D 32.75 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Love Seats in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Flair
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of original vintage two seat sofas floating within chromed steel bands. In the style of Milo Baughman but actually from the Flair division of Bernhardt. Original upholstery is ...
Chrome
$95,950 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Chrysanthemum Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 255 pcs Fitted Chest
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum (c1880) originally called Indian Chrysanthemum .Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880 by Charles Grosjean. With its flowing curves, swirling ve...
Sterling Silver
Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque
Located in London, GB
The overhanging foliate cornice above a frieze with reliefs of female and male figures surmounted by ribbon ties and flanked by foliage and laurel leaves, above two pairs of glazed d...
Ormolu
$5,000
H 41.5 in W 10.5 in D 0.25 in
4 Antique English Edwardian Era Hand Painted Arched Leaded Stained Glass Windows
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming set of four Early 1900s Edwardian reclaimed, leaded hand painted stained glass windows. Features a multicolored geometric glass pattern set around hand painted and fired ...
Lead
Pair Neoclassical Style Black Iron Twin Campaign Canopy Beds
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful 20th Century campaign style canopy black iron twin beds.
Iron
20th Italian Maroon Velvet Chaise Longue with arms
Located in Miami, FL
Particular and unique chaise lounge from the 1940s in Art Deco style in precious black velvet . The feet are in turned solid wood and black lacquered with working wheels. You can ope...
Velvet, Wood
$4,154
H 46.86 in W 84.26 in D 24.41 in
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Chaise Longue
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian carved mahogany chaise longue having an outstanding quality mahogany shaped back with carved scrolls, flowers, leaves and grapes, scroll shaped ...
Other
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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