Curved Back Sofa
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chenille, Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Loveseats
Leather, Foam, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
2010s Canadian Modern Sofas
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s American Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s Canadian Modern Sofas
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Sofas
Leather, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Sofas
Damask, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Cut Steel, Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel, Cut Steel, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Steel, Brass, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Cut Steel, Stainless Steel, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Cut Steel, Steel, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Cut Steel, Steel, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Cut Steel, Steel, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Aluminum, Cut Steel, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Cut Steel, Steel, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Cut Steel, Steel, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Metal, Aluminum, Cut Steel, Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Leather, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
2010s Italian Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s North American Regency Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Walnut, Down
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Birch
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
20th Century English Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Textile, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Satin, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer
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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.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved sofa called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A curved sofa can be called many different things. Common names include arc sofa, arch sofa, crescent sofa and conversation sofa. You can shop a large selection of antique and vintage sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between high-back and low-back sofas is that the former has a taller backrest than the latter. Some people, especially tall men and women, feel that a high-back sofa is more comfortable because the taller back offers more support for the shoulders and neck. Low-back sofas are popular picks for open-plan interiors, as they allow sightlines to be maintained across a space. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of high-back and low-back sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What a sofa without a back is called depends on its style. A divan is a casual, low backless sofa, often clad in fabric and tufted. More formal backless sofas, usually framed by scrolled arms, are recamiers. Find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas on 1stDibs.
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