Rare Italian Organic Modern Curvilinear Sofa or Settee, Joe Colombo, 1970
By Joe Colombo
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Unique Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern sofa / love seat or large lounge chair in the style of Joe Columbo. The piece has curving lines and a bold, dynamic form that tr...
Brass
$9,636 / item
Stella Sofa by Domkapa
Located in Geneve, CH
with 3 pillows included in the same fabric as the structure(50x50 cm) An exclusive design for the most unique decorations! Stella sofa is a curvilinear sofa with a deep convex back.
Velvet, Ash
$14,617 / item
Valentine Sofa by Memoir Essence
Located in Geneve, CH
Inspired in Valentine's day and in the power of love for creation we present you a curvilinear sofa with a soft velvet and brass details to affirm its structure and silhouette.
Brass
Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Mid-Century Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The fabric pairs incredibly well with the curvilinear shape of this sofa. In Scandinavian design, things are made to last rather than to be replaced, while the home enhances an unbu...
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid-Century Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Sofa, Scandinavia 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The fabric pairs incredibly well with the curvilinear shape of this sofa. In Scandinavian design, things are made to last rather than to be replaced, while the home enhances an unbu...
Fabric, Wood
Sculptural Velvet Curved Sofa with Abstract Tapestry Shell and Patinated Bronze
By JLC
Located in New York, NY
Rather than relying on applied ornament, the patterned textile becomes an integral architectural element, introducing depth, movement, and visual interest while celebrating the sofa'...
Upholstery, Wood
One-Off American Studio Craft Movement Modern Sofa in Black Walnut and Raw Silk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional, curvilinear American Studio Craft sofa executed in black walnut and finished with a raw silk seat cushion, designed and built by Larry and Nancy Buechley, circa 1987.
Silk, Walnut
Contemporary Curved Sofa Chaise with Layered Back and Plinth Base
By JLC
Located in New York, NY
Rather than relying on applied ornament, the patterned textile becomes an integral architectural element, introducing depth, movement, and visual interest while celebrating the sofa'...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 16.54 in W 55.12 in D 13.39 in
Ikaros Cowhide Bench, Upholstered Oval, Curvilinear, Handmade
By T SEATING Design Studio
Located in London, GB
Created to either place in front of a couch in the living room, or use freely in the space to form small island group compositions.
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 18.51 in W 18.9 in D 12.6 in
Ikaros Cowhide Footstool, Upholstered Curvilinear Stool, Handmade
By T SEATING Design Studio
Located in London, GB
Created to either place in front of a couch in the living room, or use freely in the space to form small island group compositions.
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 14.97 in W 34.65 in D 24.02 in
Ikaros Cowhide Footstool L, Upholstered Polygonal Pouf, Curvilinear, Handmade
By T SEATING Design Studio
Located in London, GB
Created to either place in front of a couch in the living room, or use freely in the space to form small island group compositions.
Upholstery
Unavailable
H 14.97 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
Ikaros Cowhide Footstool S, Upholstered Polygonal Pouf, Curvilinear, Handmade
By T SEATING Design Studio
Located in London, GB
Created to either place in front of a couch in the living room, or use freely in the space to form small island group compositions.
Upholstery
Elegant Velvet Camelback Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Curvilinear camelback sofa custom upholstered in sumptuous Claremont velvet with faint striations.
Velvet, Oak
Postmodern Style Black and White Sofa with Wavy Backrest
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Cadiz Sofa is a postmodern style sofa with curvilinear shapes that makes a statement without renouncing comfort.
Brass
Zaha Hadid Moon System Sofa and Footrest for B&b Itália
By Zaha Hadid, B&B Italia
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural curvilinear sofa and foot rest by renowned architect and designer Zaha Hadid.
Steel
Vintage Postmodern Sectional Sofa with 2 Side Tables, Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Curved Sectional Sofa with 2 Side Tables - Set of 3 The frame of this curvilinear sofa is crafted fully from wood.
Upholstery
Custom 1980s Serpentine Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom-designed curvilinear sofa from the late 1980s. This sectional sofa is composed of three pieces, one curved central unit and two ends, all of which have a scalloped shell back ...
Curvilinear Modern Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Curvilinear modern sofa with polished nickel feet.
Nickel
Sold
H 27.5 in W 83 in D 49 in
Mid-Century Modern Curvilinear Champagne Velvet Sofa, in the Manner of Royère
By Jean Royère
Located in New York, NY
This stunning sofa was realized in France, circa 1965, in the manner of Jean Royère.
Velvet, Walnut
Harvey Probber Curved Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
The curvilinear light peach orange sofa has removable seat and custom accent cushions and pillows.
Cloud Sofa for Modernica Inspired by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
This curvilinear "cloud" sofa, handcrafted in America by Modernica Studios features smooth elegant lines with a graceful flair.
Upholstery, Walnut
"Camaleonda" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waasmunster, BE
The Camaleonda is a classic modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini in 1970. Known for its distinctive, soft, and curvilinear forms, the sofa features a unique structure that allows f...
Velvet
Sold
H 32.29 in W 72.84 in D 39.77 in
Rounded Three-Seater Sofa by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The four short, conical beech legs add an organic feel, balancing out the voluptuous profile of the sofa. This sofa’s sleek, curvilinear shape pairs incredibly well with the bouclé m...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 118.25 in D 56 in
1940s Style Sweeping Arm Wraparound Curved Sofa in Smoked Champagne Velvet
Located in New York, NY
This streamlined wraparound curvilinear sofa marries the elegant style of Italian, 1940s design with contemporary craftsmanship, resulting in a piece that is as stunning as it is tim...
Velvet
Stellar Restored Vintage Curvilinear Rattan Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional, highly unusual vintage rattan four (4) band sofa, circa 1940. The skill and craftsmanship required to produce this curvilinear design is significantly greater than th...
Rattan
Zoe Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning Zoe sofas by Vladimir Kagan. We love the organic, curvilinear shape of these pieces.
Fabric
Sold
H 31.5 in W 113.39 in D 46.46 in
Mid-Century Vladimir Kagan Aquamarin Wool Mohair Organic Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Weesp, NL
This is perfected in his most famous designs, the serpentine sofa and the curvilinear rocking chairs. He attracted early attention in 1940s New York, with high-profile clients like M...
Mohair
Sold
H 33.08 in W 49.61 in D 27.96 in
Armchairs Sofa Living Room Garden Rattan Bamboo Fabric Midcentury Italy Set of 3
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 armchairs and a living room or garden sofa with curvilinear shapes produced in Italy in the 70s by Vivai del sud.
Fabric, Damask, Bamboo, Rattan
Curvilinear Sofa
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
F3E0123. A sofa with a curvilinear silhouette resting on brass cylindrical turned up padded feet.
Brass
Long Curvilinear Sofa with Double Arch Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
+ One of the most exceptional sofas we have ever seen
+ Long and sinuous, perfect for cocktails or taking a nap.
+ The profile has a landscape like quality to it; it ta...
Ernst Schwadron Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Elegant curvilinear sofa by Austrian/American designer Ernst Schwadron.
Upholstery
Biomorphic Serpentine Sectional by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Massive five-section curvilinear sofa on polished chrome recessed base, upholstered in graphite velvet.
Giltwood Sofa by Jules Leleu in Vintage Leleu Fabric, French 1940s
Located in Hoboken, NJ
Curvilinear sofa with gilt wood frame; by Jules Leleu, French 1940s.
Upholstery, Wood
Curvilinear Settee
Located in Atlanta, GA
PAIR AVAILABLE / $4,600 EACH
+ A settee with gracious lines and fabulous proportion
+ Generous size
+ Slight curves to seat and back are echoed by the undulating...
Louis Sognot Rattan Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A curvilinear shaped sofa, with removable cushions, comfortable & beautifully proportioned.
Rattan, Upholstery
Louis Sognot Rattan Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A curvilinear shaped sofa, with removable cushions, comfortable & beautifully proportioned.
Rattan
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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