Pair of Sofas by Directional, Attributed to Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Long Island City, NY
These sofas exemplify the elegant, comfortable, eminently practical furniture Paul McCobb made for post-war America.
Wood, Down
Two-Seater Sofa by Directional, Attributed to Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Long Island City, NY
Between 1950 and 1955, he won MoMA's Good Design award five times. This sofa exemplifies the elegant, comfortable, eminently practical furniture McCobb made for post-war America.
Wood, Down
Sold|$5,995 / set
Pair of Ralph Lauren Matching Three-Seat Sofas
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant pair of matching vintage signed Ralph Lauren three-seat sofas. These vintage sofas, circa late 1970s, are all original and have down cushions.
Cotton, Wood, Down
1950s Dunbar Curved Back Sofa Newly Upholstered
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
1950s Dunbar curves back sofa. Newly upholstered in midnight blue (very dark blue) wool by Holland & Sherry.
Wool, Wood, Down
Sold|$6,995
Mid-Century Norwegian Sofa by LH HIELLE
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century sofa designed by LH HIELLE, Norway. This sofa is unique in design with a traditionally mid-century boxy front profile, yet has subtle curves and soft lines along the armr...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Teak, Down
Sold|$4,900
French Sofa in the Manner of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 1900 French sofa in the manner of Maison Jansen, caned back, hand carved frame with rope detail, upholstered with off-white soft canvas-like cotton blend, white goose down fill.
Wood, Down, Cotton
Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa
By Gio Ponti
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this gorgeous sofa in the style of Gio Ponti for Edizioni ISA, Bergamo, circa 1952.
Wood, Down
Chic / Modern Armless Sofa in abstract Black & While fabric
Located in Bronx, NY
armless sofa in Black and white big abstract motifs.
Down, Feathers
1930s Original Cream Painted Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sofa
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful original painted wicker sofa has a custom-made washable cushion in canvas linen.
Down, Canvas, Wicker
Asian Chinoiserie Brocade Sofa with Ottoman by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in Lake Worth, FL
There is no notable damage to the sofa except for 2 stains on the underside of the reversible seat cushion.
Wood, Down, Cotton
Md-Century Federal / Sheraton Style Carved Mahogany Sofa
By Hickory White
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a vintage Federal or Sheraton style carved mahogany sofa attributed to Hickory White Furniture. Note the tapered legs and arm supports.
Upholstery, Mahogany, Down
Early 20th Century Biedermeier Style Carved Fruitwood Italian Sofa
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century carved fruitwood Biedermeier style Italian sofa. The cushion is down, and the upholstery is vintage and shows wear.
Upholstery, Fruitwood, Down
Custom Modern style Sofa with Oak Base in Charcoal Wool
By Metropolis Modern
Located in New York, NY
Custom sofa in charcoal Italian lambswool with down/feather cushions on dark brown/espresso oak base.
Upholstery, Down
Sold|$5,000 / set
Roche Bobois Post Modern Sofa & Ottoman, Circa 1980's
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sofa was manufactured in 1987 per tags shown underneath.
Upholstery, Down
20th Century Louis XVI Style Painted and Upholstered Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century Louis XVI style painted and upholstered sofa The sofa has a newer paint finish in a soft oyster white, with subtle distressed edges, and finished with a hand applied an...
Linen, Wood, Down
Sold|$5,500
French Louis XV Carved Wingback Crewel Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand French wingback sofa or canapé a oreilles made in the Louis XV taste.
Brass
Sold|$3,695
Antique French Louis XV Canape Settee Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
Of heirloom quality featuring new cotton Linen upholstery and single overstuffed goose down cushion, the sofa boasts versatility in its mid size dimensions.
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down
Antique Carved Mahogany Velvet Camelback Camel Back Sofa Settee
Located in West Hartford, CT
Antique carved sofa with magnificent color scheme with its newer raspberry bordeaux velvet upholstery.
Velvet, Mahogany, Down
Sold|$12,488
Sofa Square by Marco Zanuso, Arflex Italy 1966
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa square by Marco Zanuso, Arflex Italy 1966.
Metal
Børge Mogensen Coupe Leather Sofa, 2192, Fredericia, Denmark
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berlin, DE
High back coupe leather sofa in cognac leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, 2192, Denmark.
Leather, Wood, Down
Imported from England and Covered in Hand Washed Irish Linen Sofa
Located in Highwood, IL
Now you no longer sit on the sofa, but rather in the sofa. Great size, with beautiful craftsmanship; this is about as comfortable as it can get.
Down
Long And Low Baker Sofa With Walnut Roll-Form Back
Located in Chicago, IL
Even arm sofa with architecturally curved walnut wood across the top back.
Upholstery, Down, Wood
Early 20th Century Biedermeier Style Carved Fruitwood Italian Sofa
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century carved fruitwood Biedermeier style Italian sofa. The cushion is down, and the upholstery is vintage and shows lite wear.
Upholstery, Fruitwood, Down
Sold|$16,340
Rolf Heide Vintage Sofa for ICF in Pink Bouclé
By ICF Group
Located in Milano, IT
It’s a five-seater modular sofa with a supporting structure in black painted wood.
Bouclé, Wood, Down
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century Italian neoclassical sofa upholstered in Belgian linen Early 20th century Italian neoclassical style Belgian linen upholstered sofa.
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut, Down
Restoration Hardware Distressed Italian Cocoa Leather Classic Maxwell Sofa
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The dimensions of the sofa are 32 inches in height, 84 inches in width, and 47 inches in depth.
Leather, Down
Camel Velvet English Roll Arm Modern Sofa on Brass Castors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
91" English Roll Arm Sofa. This item was used in a show home. On brass Castors.
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Illum Wikkelso Three-Seat Sofa 'V11' in Brown Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Antwerp, BE
Illum Wikkelsø, sofa model V11, brown leather and wood, Denmark, 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood, Down
Verellen 8ft Slipcovered Sofa with Dark Graphite Thick Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slipcovered Verellen Sofa. Their best selling style, the Duke. If you know Verellen, the furniture is made top quality and built to last generations. 8 ft Sofa. 98 inches at its ...
Linen, Down
Antique Louis XVI Sofa Bleached Oak and Natural Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique Louis XVI daybed sofa bleached oak and natural linen Beautiful raw oak and hand wire brushed finish.
Linen, Wood, Down
Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Toronto, ON
Spectacular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois (tagged). Made in France by custom order in the 1980s.
Aluminum
Danish Leather Three-Seat Sofa in the Manner of Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Long Island City, NY
Similar in style to the sofas of Poul Kjaerholm. The original leather is soft and supple, covering down-filled cushions.
Steel
20th Century French Louis XV Style Linen Upholstered Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century French Louis XV Style linen upholstered sofa A beautiful French style sofa upholstered in a burlap and 100% linen.
Linen, Upholstery, Down, Wood
McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Three-Seat Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Excellent joinery with makers plaque on bottom and Mcguire M signature inset on back of sofa frame. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.
Leather, Linen, Bamboo, Down, Rattan
Three-Seat Sofa with Brazilian Rosewood Legs by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Long Island City, NY
The influence of English--especially Regency--furniture on Wanscher and his teacher Kaare Klint is quite evident in the form of this sofa. The high arms slope gracefully down from a ...
Wool, Rosewood, Down
Custom Tufted and Skirted Chesterfield Sofa in Chevron Woven Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant tufted custom chesterfield sofa upholstered in a neutral beige chevron woven fabric.
Fabric, Textile, Wood, Down
19th Century Carved Walnut Painted and Upholstered French Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Exquisite French Louis XV style sofa with large carved roses, leaves and ribbons.
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut, Down
A. Rudin English Roll Arm Sofa No. 2728 in Oatmeal Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
English arm sofa 93”w x 40”d x 35”h Seat H:19”. Seat D:24”.
Linen, Foam, Down
Vintage Drexel Heritage Floral Ivory Parsons Three-Seater Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Please see all the attached pictures. Sofa height is measured to top of back cushions: 30” inches.
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
George Smith Howard & Sons Kilim Upholstered Scroll Arm Sofa
By George Smith
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic English Howard & Sons Style scroll arm sofa created by George Smith artisans. The large signature sofa features a hardwood base upholstered with a dramatic tribal style woo...
Brass
Sold|$24,000 / item
Rare Leather Sofa and Chair Set by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Rare sofa and chair set by noted American designer Jens Risom.
Steel, Chrome
Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Mid-Century Modern Chinese Chippendale Sofa
By Grosfeld House
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Mid-Century Modern Chinese Chippendale 2 part sofa. Down filled purple and green cushions with pickled walnut finish and cane backs.
Cane, Wood, Down
Vintage Mid Century Signed Erwin Lambeth Nine Foot Velvet Sofa
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning rare 9 ft signed vintage Erwin Lambeth sofa with original fabric. Although slightly faded from its age, this Erwin Lambeth sofa still retains its beauty after 50 plus years.
Velvet, Down
Fernando and Humberto Campana “Boa” Sofa for Edra, Italy, 2002
By Edra, Campana Brothers
Located in Miami, FL
A rare, stunning, and multifunctional lounge seating sofa piece. Signed. Comes with original fully enclosed dust cover bag.
Velvet, Foam, Down, Feathers
Antique Louis XVI Style French Sofa in Natural Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
All the legs and arms are very solid and sturdy, this sofa can withstand daily use. The sides of the sofa have a slight curve almost bombe style.
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Down
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Reupholstered in Natural Linen Blend Herringbone
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Mid-Century Modern 10 foot sofa reupholstered in natural linen Blend Herringbone This sofa came from an estate in Beverly Hills CA.
Linen, Down
Early 20th Century French Country Style Belgian Linen Upholstered Sofa
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The inside of the sofa deck and back are upholstered with 8 way hand tied springs.
Linen, Upholstery, Walnut, Down
Custom Made Holly Hunt Deep Blue Velvet Fabric Contemporary Modern Sofa
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary modern blue velvet sofa. This spectacular sofa features a simple, but gorgeous design.
Velvet, Wood, Down
Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered French Sofa in Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered French Sofa in Belgian Linen This sofa has been painted in a soft oyster white finish, with subtle distressed edges, and antique patina.
Linen, Wood, Down
Sold|$6,500
Velvet Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Super comfy down filled sofa
Sold|$3,900
settee/sofa
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Comfortable, down-filled loveseat/sofa
1980s Post-Modern Plumy Sofa by Annie Hieronimus for Cinna / Ligne Roset
By Annie Hiéronimus, Cinna (Ligne Roset)
Located in Izegem, VWV
A super comfortable Plumy large two-seater sofa designed in 1980 by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna, France.
Fabric, Foam, Down, Feathers
Sold|$2,850
Modernage sofa
Located in North Miami, FL
A period 1950"s modernage sofa whith down cusions
Wood, Upholstery
Modular Europa Sofa by G. Gualtierotti & Alessandro Mazzoni for Zanotta, 1988
By Zanotta, Gianfranco Gualtierotti, Mazzoni
Located in Izegem, VWV
The position of the back and armrests can be varied as desired and can be placed anywere you want. This sofa setting can be used as a large corner sofa, a lounger, a seating island, ...
Steel
Antique French Roses Carved Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The sofa has been recovered in heavy 15oz Belgian linen and the color is oatmeal (natural).
Cotton, Down, Giltwood, Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$15,065 / item
Mayfair Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
The Mayfair sofa can be built to your specification: the leg finishes are shown in oak but can be made in your choice of wood.
Upholstery
Georg Thams Børge Mogensen Style Sofa in Dark Mocha Colored Leather
By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Georg Thams
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great Børge Mogensen style sofa designed by Georg Thams in the 1960s and manufactured by Vejen Polstermoblefabrik, Denmark.
Leather, Beech, Down
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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