Couch Classic Sofa
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Oak
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s English Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American American Classical Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas
Leather, Maple
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Down
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Italian Industrial Sofas
Chrome
Early 20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century International Style Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
1990s French International Style Sofas
Canvas
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Silk, Down
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1940s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood
Late 20th Century Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
2010s Italian Baroque Sofas
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Linen
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Other
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
2010s North American Sofas
Linen, Foam, Oak
2010s Italian Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Bamboo
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
2010s Italian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech, Wool, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Sofas
Wood, Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s British Sofas
Beech, Feathers
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the words couch and sofa are used interchangeably. In reality, however, a sofa and a couch are different types of furniture. A sofa is defined as an upholstered bench with cushions, two arms, and ample seating space, whereas couches are quite small, armless, and are used to lie down.
- Who says sofa vs. couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Who says sofa vs. couch comes down to geography and profession. In the United States, many people commonly use the word couch, though some also say sofa. American interior designers and those working in the U.S. furniture industry tend to use the word sofa, which is the preferred term in the UK and Canada. Couch is also the more common name in Ireland, South Africa and Australia. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of sofas.
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