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De Sede DS-86 Three-Seat Sofa in Soft Thick Brown Neck Leather
De Sede DS-86 Three-Seat Sofa in Soft Thick Brown Neck Leather

De Sede DS-86 Three-Seat Sofa in Soft Thick Brown Neck Leather

By De Sede

Located in Voorburg, NL

Premium quality De Sede DS-86 midcentury three-seat sofa in thick buffalo leather. The fine cognac

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's
De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sleeper Sofa, 1970's

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

De Sede DS76 Four Section Modular Sofa with great patina. Cushions fold down to convert to a

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Leather Sofa by Ubald Klug for De Sede
1970s Leather Sofa by Ubald Klug for De Sede

1970s Leather Sofa by Ubald Klug for De Sede

By Ubald Klug, De Sede

Located in Paris, FR

1970s stepped brown leather sofa by Ubald Klug for De Sede.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa, DS-164/30, de Sede
Sofa, DS-164/30, de Sede

Sofa, DS-164/30, de Sede

By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede

Located in Neuss, NW

Modular DS-164/29 sofa by Hugo de Ruiter for de Sede with the original siliceous leather cover. The

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sectional Sofa in Black Leather 1970s
De Sede DS-76 Modular Sectional Sofa in Black Leather 1970s

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sectional Sofa in Black Leather 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Dallas, TX

De Sede DS-76 Modular Sofa in Black Leather Elevate your living space with this exquisite De Sede

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Leather Sofa & Loveseat by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Leather Sofa & Loveseat by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Leather Sofa & Loveseat by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Model #DS-61, De Sede, Switzerland, circa 1970s. In good vintage condition. The dimensions of the sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Stunning De Sede DS-101 Reclining Sofa in a Neutral Butter-tone Leather
Stunning De Sede DS-101 Reclining Sofa in a Neutral Butter-tone Leather

Stunning De Sede DS-101 Reclining Sofa in a Neutral Butter-tone Leather

By De Sede

Located in Round Rock, TX

This De Sede DS-101 three-seat sofa is designed for uncompromising comfort. Each section reclines

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS88 Modular Brown-Cognac Leather Patchwork Sofa for De Sede, Switzerland
DS88 Modular Brown-Cognac Leather Patchwork Sofa for De Sede, Switzerland

DS88 Modular Brown-Cognac Leather Patchwork Sofa for De Sede, Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Almelo, NL

We are delighted to bring to you an original and extremely desirable De Sede DS 88 sectional sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Handsome De Sede DS 66 5-Piece Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa
Handsome De Sede DS 66 5-Piece Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa

Handsome De Sede DS 66 5-Piece Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome De Sede 5-piece cognac leather sectional sofa. Beautiful patina, thick leather. In

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede by Hugo de Ruiter Grey Leather DS-164/29 Sofa
De Sede by Hugo de Ruiter Grey Leather DS-164/29 Sofa

De Sede by Hugo de Ruiter Grey Leather DS-164/29 Sofa

By Hugo de Ruiter, De Sede

Located in Rochester, England

Designed by Hugo de Ruiter for De Sede, the DS-164/29 sofa offers an innovative reinvention of the

Category

2010s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sectional Black Leather ‘DS15’ Sofa Designed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
Sectional Black Leather ‘DS15’ Sofa Designed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s

Sectional Black Leather ‘DS15’ Sofa Designed by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Antwerp, BE

A stunning example of Swiss craftsmanship from the 1970s, this De Sede DS-15 sectional sofa is a

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-76 Convertible Sectional Sofa
De Sede DS-76 Convertible Sectional Sofa

De Sede DS-76 Convertible Sectional Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

All original leather set comprised of two armless seats and two ottomans. Each of the four pieces

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-84 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970
De Sede DS-84 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970

De Sede DS-84 two seat sofa in Tan Buffalo leather – Switzerland, circa 1970

By De Sede

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Introducing the De Sede DS84 Sofa in Buffalo leather - Switzerland, 1970's - Where Luxury Meets

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of three seater DS47 sofas by De sede, 1960s
Pair of three seater DS47 sofas by De sede, 1960s

Pair of three seater DS47 sofas by De sede, 1960s

By De Sede

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of gorgeous patinated leather DS47 sofas from De Sede. De Sede, renowned for using the best

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Dark Blue Leather Sofa by De Sede Model DS 2011, circa 1990
Pair of Dark Blue Leather Sofa by De Sede Model DS 2011, circa 1990

Pair of Dark Blue Leather Sofa by De Sede Model DS 2011, circa 1990

By De Sede

Located in Brussels, BE

Dark blue colored original De Sede DS 2011 designer pair of leather sofa (three-seat) in a

Category

1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Ds 450 Funktion Sofa Verstellbar Liege Funktion Echtledersofa
De Sede Ds 450 Funktion Sofa Verstellbar Liege Funktion Echtledersofa

De Sede Ds 450 Funktion Sofa Verstellbar Liege Funktion Echtledersofa

By De Sede

Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE

DE SEDE DS 450 FUNKTION SOFA ECHTLEDER SCHWARZ RÜCKLEHNE VERSTELLBAR SITZFLÄCHE DREHBAR

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede Ds-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, 1970s
De Sede Ds-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, 1970s

De Sede Ds-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in amstelveen, NL

De Sede DS 88 sectional sofa in patchwork brown leather. The sofa is in 5 sections, each with a

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Swiss Original Vintage De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s
Swiss Original Vintage De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s

Swiss Original Vintage De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Renens, CH

De Sede six-piece modular sofa DS-11 in beautiful patinated leather: The sofa is a patchwork

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS-44 De Sede 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, Circa 1970s
DS-44 De Sede 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, Circa 1970s

DS-44 De Sede 3-Seater Sofa, Switzerland, Circa 1970s

By De Sede

Located in San Antonio, TX

Beautiful De Sede leather 3-seater sofa DS-44 made of Buffalo leather is in great overall condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Vintage De Sede DS 44 Three-Seat Sofa Brown Dark Cognac Buffalo Leather
1970s Vintage De Sede DS 44 Three-Seat Sofa Brown Dark Cognac Buffalo Leather

1970s Vintage De Sede DS 44 Three-Seat Sofa Brown Dark Cognac Buffalo Leather

By De Sede

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

This sofa, which consists of a DS44 model, was produced by De Sede in the 1970s in Switzerland

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Brown Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s
De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Brown Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s

De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Brown Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s

By De Sede

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Fantastic DS-88 dark brown patchwork leather sofa designed and manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland

Category

Vintage 1960s Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Vintage Model DS 31 Leather Two-Seat Sofa from De Sede
Set of Two Vintage Model DS 31 Leather Two-Seat Sofa from De Sede

Set of Two Vintage Model DS 31 Leather Two-Seat Sofa from De Sede

By De Sede

Located in Telgte, DE

Seating set consisting of two De Sede DS 31 two-seat sofa. Neck leather in brown. Very good used

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

DS11 Model Sofa Manufactured by de Sede in the 1970s
DS11 Model Sofa Manufactured by de Sede in the 1970s

DS11 Model Sofa Manufactured by de Sede in the 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Nijmegen, NL

Very comfortable DS11 model sofa manufactured by de Sede in the 1970s. It features four elements

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Swiss Design De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s
Vintage Swiss Design De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s

Vintage Swiss Design De Sede DS-11 Modular Sofa, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Renens, CH

De Sede seven-piece modular sofa DS-11 in beautiful leather: The leather is a patchwork design

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede 600 Non Stop Blue 22 Element Sofa, 1970s
De Sede 600 Non Stop Blue 22 Element Sofa, 1970s

De Sede 600 Non Stop Blue 22 Element Sofa, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of the most striking pieces of 1970s design: the De Sede DS600 modular sofa. This particular

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa & Table Suite in Brown Leather
De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa & Table Suite in Brown Leather

De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa & Table Suite in Brown Leather

By De Sede

Located in Norwalk, CT

Elevate your living space to the epitome of luxury with the De Sede DS 500 Modular Sectional Sofa

Category

Late 20th Century Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s
Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s

Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Austin, TX

by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Each piece can fold out to convert to bed/sleeper sofa.  Each

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s
Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s

Modular De Sede Sectional Sofa DS-76, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Austin, TX

by De Sede, Switzerland, 1970s. Each piece can fold out to convert to bed/sleeper sofa. Each

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS15 Inspired Leather Sectional
De Sede DS15 Inspired Leather Sectional

De Sede DS15 Inspired Leather Sectional

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

De Sede inspired five section buffalo leather sofa consisting of one corner seat, one end and three

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Black Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s
De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Black Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s

De Sede DS 88 Modular Sofa In Black Patchwork Leather, Switzerland 1970s

By De Sede

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Fantastic DS-88 patchwork leather sofa designed and manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland 1970s. An

Category

Vintage 1960s Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede Sofa DS 80 Daybed Cognac Leather 1969 DS Design Team Midcentury Modern
De Sede Sofa DS 80 Daybed Cognac Leather 1969 DS Design Team Midcentury Modern

De Sede Sofa DS 80 Daybed Cognac Leather 1969 DS Design Team Midcentury Modern

By De Sede

Located in Munster, NRW

De Sede - DS 80 Sofa + Daybed in cognac patchwork leather. 1969 by De Sede Design Team. De Sede DS

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 36 Pieces
Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 36 Pieces

Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 36 Pieces

By De Sede

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Ulrich. Manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland. Each section and all sides are fully upholstered in

Category

1990s Swiss Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS88 Sectional Patchwork Sofa in Black Leather, Switzerland, circa 1970
De Sede DS88 Sectional Patchwork Sofa in Black Leather, Switzerland, circa 1970

De Sede DS88 Sectional Patchwork Sofa in Black Leather, Switzerland, circa 1970

By De Sede

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Six element DS88 patchwork sofa by De Sede. The sofa has six sections that can be set-up in

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-101 James Bond Reclining Leather 3 Seat Sofa With 2 Ottomans
De Sede DS-101 James Bond Reclining Leather 3 Seat Sofa With 2 Ottomans

De Sede DS-101 James Bond Reclining Leather 3 Seat Sofa With 2 Ottomans

By De Sede

Located in Culver City, CA

The Bond Villain’s Dream Set: De Sede DS-101 3-Seater Sofa with 2 Matching Ottomans Welcome to the

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Exceptional De Sede DS-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
Exceptional De Sede DS-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

Exceptional De Sede DS-88 Patchwork Sectional Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Exceptional model DS-88 'Landscape' sofa by De Sede in black leather. The set contains many

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 20 Pieces
Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 20 Pieces

Iconic De Sede DS 600 "Non-Stop" Modular Leather Sofa, 20 Pieces

By De Sede

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Ulrich. Manufactured by De Sede, Switzerland. Each section and all sides are fully upholstered in

Category

1990s Swiss Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

De Sede DS10 White Leather Settee
De Sede DS10 White Leather Settee

De Sede DS10 White Leather Settee

By De Sede

Located in Denton, TX

Beautiful De Sede quality white leather settee with curved lines and adjustable head rest Very

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

De Sede DS-600 Half Circle Sofa in Umbra Leather
De Sede DS-600 Half Circle Sofa in Umbra Leather

De Sede DS-600 Half Circle Sofa in Umbra Leather

By De Sede

Located in Vancouver, BC

as well as conventional furniture arrangements. Supportive and down-soft upholstery for legendary De

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Space Age Sectional Sofas

Rare De Sede DS12 Model 1970s Brown Tan Leather and Suede 3 Seater Sofa
Rare De Sede DS12 Model 1970s Brown Tan Leather and Suede 3 Seater Sofa

Rare De Sede DS12 Model 1970s Brown Tan Leather and Suede 3 Seater Sofa

By De Sede

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A superb quality sofa by De Sede, this 1970s DS 12 model features a highly desirable two tone

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Suede

De Sede Matched Pair of Iconic "Non-Stop Sofas", 1970s
De Sede Matched Pair of Iconic "Non-Stop Sofas", 1970s

De Sede Matched Pair of Iconic "Non-Stop Sofas", 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of iconic "Non Stop Sofas", model DS600, each with 17 sections in full grain leather, by Ueli

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Sofa DE SEDE DS-450 Twist
Sofa DE SEDE DS-450 Twist

Sofa DE SEDE DS-450 Twist

By Thomas Althaus, De Sede

Located in Aachen, DE

Sofa DE SEDE DS-450 Twist Design: Thomas Althaus Das Gestell besteht aus einer

Category

2010s Swiss Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sectional Sofa by Luxury Leather Manufacturer De Sede Switzerland Model DS 11
Sectional Sofa by Luxury Leather Manufacturer De Sede Switzerland Model DS 11

Sectional Sofa by Luxury Leather Manufacturer De Sede Switzerland Model DS 11

By De Sede

Located in Antwerp, BE

Modular brown patchwork leather sectional sofa by De Sede model DS 11, made in Switzerland in the

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER THREE SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE
RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER THREE SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE

RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER THREE SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE

By De Sede

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

restored Mid Century Modern circa 1970’s De Sede DS17 three seat sofa which is part of a larger collection

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-2011 Sofa 3-Sitzer Leder 235cm Designer Couch Luxus Vintage Schweiz
De Sede DS-2011 Sofa 3-Sitzer Leder 235cm Designer Couch Luxus Vintage Schweiz

De Sede DS-2011 Sofa 3-Sitzer Leder 235cm Designer Couch Luxus Vintage Schweiz

By De Sede

Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE

De Sede DS-2011/03 Designer Sofa – 3-Sitzer Leder 235 cm – Schweizer Luxusmöbel Zum Verkauf steht

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede Leather DS 60 Sofa and Lounge Armchair
De Sede Leather DS 60 Sofa and Lounge Armchair

De Sede Leather DS 60 Sofa and Lounge Armchair

By Gordon Guillaumier, De Sede

Located in New York, NY

handcrafted details, including visible ornamental seams and leather-covered armrests, add to the design’s

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS11 Cognac Patchwork Leather Sectional Sofa with 6 Modular Pieces
De Sede DS11 Cognac Patchwork Leather Sectional Sofa with 6 Modular Pieces

De Sede DS11 Cognac Patchwork Leather Sectional Sofa with 6 Modular Pieces

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

De Sede DS11 cognac patchwork leather, modular sofa with three corner pieces and three single seats

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Black Leather Sectional and Modular De Sede Switzerland Patchwork Sofa DS 88
Black Leather Sectional and Modular De Sede Switzerland Patchwork Sofa DS 88

Black Leather Sectional and Modular De Sede Switzerland Patchwork Sofa DS 88

By De Sede

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage De Sede black leather patchwork sectional sofa model DS 88. A Mid-Century Modern set

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

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De Sede Leather Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal de sede leather sofa for your home. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every de sede leather sofa was constructed with great care. There are 800 variations of the antique or vintage de sede leather sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 110 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the de sede leather sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A de sede leather sofa made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. De Sede, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger and Ubald Klug each produced at least one beautiful de sede leather sofa that is worth considering.

How Much is a De Sede Leather Sofa?

The average selling price for a de sede leather sofa at 1stDibs is $7,870, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $85,000 for the highest priced.

De Sede for sale on 1stDibs

A de Sede piece lends a strong personality to the room it occupies. One of the world’s most respected furniture design houses, de Sede’s quality Swiss craftsmanship has its foundation in a long history of making expertly designed saddles. Founded in 1965 to build on a successful family-run saddler’s workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede now is a leading manufacturer of leather goods and furniture, including sofas, chairs and beds.

At the core of de Sede’s philosophy is a reverence for the complexity and beauty of handcrafted furniture in an age when mass-produced objects are the norm. Over the years, the atelier has built a name for itself in its modular furniture pieces, which are made using the highest quality leather upholstery. The sleek, elegant pieces incorporate functionality with beauty. Amongst their best-selling designs is the DS-600 introduced in 1972. Also known as the Non Stop sofa, it is a sensually curved, snaking modular sofa whose individual pieces can be zipped together to create multiple variations and arcs.

De Sede has collaborated with some of the world's finest design minds, enhancing the prestige and individuality of their products. Designers like Santiago Calatrava, Antonella Scarpitta, Stephan Hürlemann, Gordon Guillaumier and Philippe Malouin have all created pieces with the atelier. Ubald Klug’s 1974 DS-1025, also known as the Terrazza sofa, is an enduring favorite with its cascading levels of leather. In 2017, de Sede expanded its product line to include high-quality leather handbags, which are as thoughtfully designed and beautifully crafted as its furniture. De Sede AG is now part of the Volare Group AG and continues to handcraft its fine furniture and other goods from its factory in Klingnau.

Find authentic de Sede seating, tables and decorative objects today on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.