Italian Two-Seat Sofa with Curved Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1960s Highly theatrical sofa that features curved, upsweeping
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Italian Two-Seat Sofa with Curved Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1960s Highly theatrical sofa that features curved, upsweeping
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Sofa in Walnut and Pink Upholstery
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
theatrical curves of the armrests. The sofa shows great attention for proportions, as well as the outstanding
Fabric, Walnut
$3,480
H 28.75 in W 72.64 in D 27.56 in
Danish Modern, 3-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
proportions, gently curved armrests, and refined upholstery. The sofa is fully upholstered in a deep red
Velvet, Wood
$1,177
H 29.53 in W 61.82 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Modern banana shaped sofa with curved armrests, made by Danish cabinetmaker in the early 1950s. Four
Fabric
Customizable Zanotta Noah by Damian Williamson
By Damian Williamson
Located in New York, NY
Monobloc, straight and curved modular sofas with armrest or tray, pouf. Steel feet, with glossy
Leather, Fabric, Textile
$11,500 / set
H 27 in W 119 in D 38 in
Gamma Arredamenti Dandy Collection Pumpkin Orange Cloud Leather Sectional
By Gamma Arredamenti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
armrests, the Oxer corner sectional sofa with peninsula is an ideal choice for modern areas. Manufactured
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 121.26 in D 44.1 in
Contemporary Curved White Sofa Upholstered in Velvet & Corduroy Plush Armrests
Located in Porto, PT
Contemporary Curved White Sofa Upholstered in Velvet & Corduroy Plush Armrests The Rose Sofa
Fabric, Velvet
Three-Seat Sofa from DUX
By Dux of Sweden
Located in cham, CH
This 1950s three-seat sofa with curved armrests features a teak frame and a slatted back and has
Wool, Teak
Unavailable
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Restored Original Biedermeier Sofa Made of Walnut, Red Velvet
Located in Senden, NRW
. Features a simple but elegant design with a straight backrest and curved feet and armrests. This sofa has
Walnut
Unavailable
H 27.8 in W 29.5 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular Sofa, Middle, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Light Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Eave Modular Sofa, Corner, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Cream'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Unavailable
H 15.9 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular Sofa, Pouf, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Cream' Pouf Only
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning classic Danish curved sofa from the 1940's. In the the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred
Wool, Maple
19th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in London, GB
A 19th century stained pine sofa, the curved armrests flanking a bevelled and elegantly wavy back
Velvet, Pine
1960s Danish Teak Upholstered Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
elements, such as tapered legs and elegantly curved armrests, lend the sofa a timeless sophistication. Each
Upholstery, Teak
Aquamarine Velvet and Dark Wood Sofa, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Aquamarine velvet and dark wood sofa, 1950s Aquamarine velvet and dark wood sofa with curved
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 36.62 in W 59.06 in D 26.38 in
Biedermeier Sofa with antique white Linen Cover, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Bench made of solid pine with a widened backrest and curved armrests. The sofa is newly upholstered
Fabric, Pine
Sold
H 38.98 in W 73.23 in D 25.2 in
Polished Biedermeier Sofa, Walnut, Black Base fabric, Central Germany circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Large Biedermeier sofa with thick armrests and curved sides. The sofa is veneered in walnut and has
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 29.93 in W 83.47 in D 30.71 in
Arne Norell Attributed, Three-Seat Sofa in Black Leather and Rosewood, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
rosewood. The armrests are curve shaped. Gorgeous sofa that can be a center piece. We offer competitive
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Curved sofa with flared armrests standing on six conical woo feet. Covered with a new blue on grey
Sweet Bamboo Loveseat by Rohe Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adorable little two-seat bamboo sofa with curved armrests, great Craftsmanship, Franco Albini
Bamboo
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Canapé
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
the canapé with brass nail heads. From its camel-back to its curved armrests, this little Louis
Velvet, Walnut
Sold
H 37.41 in W 27.17 in D 24.81 in
Early Anthroposophical Seating Group from the Property of Dirk Jan Metz
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The ensemble includes two armchairs and a slightly curved sofa, also with armrests. The
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 35.04 in W 85.44 in D 25.2 in
19th Century Biedermeier Style Birch Sofa with Curved Legs and Armrests
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant birch sofa/daybed from the Biedermeier period, circa 1830. Wood-cut decoration, curved feet
Birch
Frits Henningsen Sofa in Mahogany and Aqua Green Fabric
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
almost theatrical curves of the armrests. The sofa shows great attention for proportions, as well as the
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa With Teak Armrests
Located in San Marcos, CA
restored and comfortable couch, recently imported from Europe to California, features organic curves lines
Teak
Dutch Midcentury Curved 3-Seat Sofa with Teak Legs and Armrests
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
This midcentury curved sofa has beautiful organic shapes. The sofa is newly upholstered with a high
Wool, Teak
1960s Couch with Folding Function, Teak
Located in Karlsruhe, DE
curved armrests. The sofa has been professionally reupholstered and newly covered with a high-quality
Teak
Eave Modular Sofa, Corner, Grey Fabric
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Luscious Mohair
Located in Raleigh, NC
amazing tufting along the front and the top back of the sofa, with a broad back and broad armrests. The
Mohair, Wood
Eave Modular Sofa, Middle, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Light Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
” – curved upholstered armrests that lend the sofa its expressive character. A perfect blend of style and
Cut Steel
Sold
H 27.8 in W 29.5 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular, Open Section, Kvadrat's "Steelcut 2" #160 Fabric 'Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Eave Modular, Corner, Kvadrat's "Steelcut 2" #160 Fabric, Grey
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Carrara Marble Regency Style Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A slightly aged Regency style fireplace in Carrara marble. A good quality reproduction piece, available in custom sizes and other marbles. Opening size 91.5cm x 91.5cm
Carrara Marble
$447
H 18 in W 18 in D 4 in
Schumacher Hothouse Flowers Tree of Life Mineral Blue Two-Sided Linen Pillow
By Celerie Kemble, Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
A Classic Tree of Life pattern with a twist. In collaboration with Celerie Kemble, the dramatically scaled print combines stylized exotic motifs with an au courant palette. Featured ...
Linen
$533Sale Price / item|40% Off
W 48.04 in L 72.45 in
Contemporary Moroccan-Style Beni Ourain Inspired Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, 4x6 ft
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This contemporary hand-knotted rug was made by our skilled weaving team in Turkey, inspired by the timeless elegance of Moroccan tribal designs. The rug features a warm ivory ground ...
Wool
$1,425 / item
H 21.66 in W 9.85 in D 13.78 in
Mono Side Table Combining Travertine and Metal Modern Look, Off White
By Yet Design Studio
Located in Istanbul, 34
The Mono side table has a thin rectangular top which lays elegantly on a thick stone pedestal, creating the appearance that it’s floating on air. The table's slim silhouette, elegant...
Travertine, Metal
French Iron Base Dining Table & Painted Wood Top
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Allow yourself to become lost in the expressive Art Nouveau details on this vintage French dining table featuring a large, cast iron base topped with a (French gray) painted wood sur...
Iron
$3,200
H 19 in Dm 9.5 in
Unique Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass & Opaline Glass Mosaic Pendant Light, 1920s
Located in Lisse, NL
NOTE. We are pleased to inform you that all shipments to the United States are free from import duties and tariffs and that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secu...
Metal, Brass, Wire
TOMADO Multi-Color Industrial Standing Shelf, 1960s
By Tomado, Jan Van Der Togt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colorful and iconic, this Industrial standing bookshelf was produced by the famed Dutch manufacturer TOMADO (short for “Tot Aan de Ontwikkeling van Doe-het-zelf Artikelen”) in the 19...
Metal
Italian Designer, Dresser, Burlwood, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A burl-veneered wooden dresser designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s.
Wood, Burl
$3,502 / set
H 30.32 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Danish / Scandinavian Teak Easychairs wit Leather 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Pair of scandinavian easychairs in teak and original cushions with Indian red leather. Very good vintage condition, ready to use. 1960s.Price for the set.
Leather, Teak
Scandinavian Dressing Table in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dressing or vanity table, teak, mirror, Scandinavia, 1950s. This refined, delicate dressing table is made in Scandinavia in the 1950s. The piece features the quintessential bow tie ...
Mirror, Teak
Alabaster Lenses and Brass Flush Mount by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
New design by Glustin Luminaires, long flush mount made of brass with alabaster lenses. This piece can be used as a wall sconce.
Alabaster, Brass
Handcrafted English Oak Tiered Nightstand Table
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
An adapted version of our architectural oak pillar nightstands/end tables. Designed and totally handcrafted in England using traditional cabinetry techniques with the most beautiful ...
Oak
$3,900 / item
H 16.54 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Carv Occasional Table in Ceppo Monet marble by Daniel Fintzi for Formar
Located in 中西區, HK
Carv occasional table is Cut from a single block of Italian Ceppo Monet marble. Essential and organic design, naturally creating a flat tabletop flowing to a Y - shaped foot, reveali...
Marble, Carrara Marble
August Minimalist Hand-Forged Fireplace Screen, Aged Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
The August Fireplace Screen brings understated elegance to any hearth. Its clean, minimalist lines and step-up base let the fire remain the focal point while providing subtle protect...
Iron
$3,865 / set
H 27.56 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Midcentury David Print White Armchairs, by Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The GFM armchair is an icon of the Polish design of the PRL period. The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furniture designer Edmund Homa. Pr...
Textile, Beech
Sold|$1,895
H 33.25 in W 20 in D 19.75 in
Mount Airy Janus Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Mount Airy Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mount Airy Janus Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 20 wide x 19.75 deep x 33.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.5 inche...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
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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