Curved Sofa Loose Back
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
2010s American American Classical Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Silk, Beech
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Steel
Antique 19th Century Georgian Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Sofas
Wood, Birch
Late 20th Century Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Ming Sofas
Mohair, Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rope, Teak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Hardwood, Leather, Linen
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Loveseats
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs
Walnut, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Aluminum
20th Century American Organic Modern Settees
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs
Metal
Early 2000s American Art Deco Loveseats
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Velvet, Beech
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Feathers
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Metal
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Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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.
- 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.
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