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Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

$16,500

Edward Wormley Sofa, Edward Wormley Estate Weston Ct

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Edward Wormley, three-seat sofa polished brass leg from Wormley Weston Ct estate. Chenille fabric

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Sofa Model 4906, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

$11,139

Edward Wormley Sofa Model 4906, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original Edward Wormley Model 4906 sofa, made by Dunbar in the USA, 1950s. Fast shipping

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Sectional Sofa for Dunbar, 1960s

$7,500

Edward Wormley Sectional Sofa for Dunbar, 1960s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hamburg, PA

A classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1960's USA. This two-piece sectional sofa has the stately

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Rare Model #4907 Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Circa 1950's

$14,000 / set

Pair of Rare Model #4907 Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Circa 1950's

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Norwalk, CT

designer Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Crafted in the 1950s, these sofas embody the era's focus on

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Gondola Sofa

$19,500

Edward Wormley Dunbar Gondola Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Toledo, OH

Dunbar Gondola sofa, designed by Edward Wormley, manufactured by Dunbar, very good to excellent

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Beige Large Sofa by Edward Wormley

$3,167Sale Price|50% Off

Beige Large Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Basildon, London

Edward Wormley. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this stunning sofa features a sleek and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

$15,000

Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley Dunbar sofa can be paired as a sectional with matching chaise longue 5525 we have

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

$9,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa / Daybed

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A one arm sofa / daybed with brass legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,000

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A small sofa / settee designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Iconic form with tapered brass legs

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

$14,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar model 4623 Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare model 4623 sofa with bleached mahogany base designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Vintage Edward Wormley Style Chesterfield Sofa

$3,120Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Edward Wormley Style Chesterfield Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

Dunbar Style Chesterfield tufted sofa in Suede Sofa in Grey suede on a plinth base. Traditional

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Edward Wormley Slipper Sofa for Dunbar

$7,500

Edward Wormley Slipper Sofa for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Denton, TX

Edward Wormley slipper sofa for Dunbar with off white upholstery and ebonized bentwood legs. Older

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bentwood, Upholstery

Channel Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

$7,500

Channel Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early channel back sofa with brass legs and covered in blue fabric by Edward Wormley. Model

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

$16,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 486 Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare bracket back model 486 sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley, Dunbar Sofa, Brown Velvet with Brass Legs

$16,000

Edward Wormley, Dunbar Sofa, Brown Velvet with Brass Legs

By Edward Wormley

Located in Greensboro, NC

Dunbar sofa, designed by Edward Wormley. This sofa was a custom length/custom order. It has been

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Model 7350 Sofas by Edward Wormley

$8,400 / set

Dunbar Model 7350 Sofas by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar Model 7350 sofas by Edward Wormley. Vintage 1970’s sofas with more recent grey & pink

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk

Floral Print Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$14,000

Floral Print Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A sofa of English inspiration, retaining the original dark olive, coral, brown and beige mock-Asian

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley and Produced by Dunbar

$9,500

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley and Produced by Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Stamford, CT

A newly upholstered sofa made by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1965.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Large Limited Edition Sofa "La Gondola" by Edward Wormley

$37,000

Large Limited Edition Sofa "La Gondola" by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Stamford, CT

A limited edition "La Gondola" Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, produced in 1957

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

$4,930

Stylish Petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Sofa Miid-Century

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish petite Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. This sofa measures 27"t x 87"l x 30"d with a seat

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$32,000 / set

Pair of Mahogany Sofas / Daybeds by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of mahogany framed sofas / daybeds designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa

$4,195

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 90 wide x 32 deep x 29.5 inches

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa

$12,000

Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture / DUX of Sweden, sofa model 5316, faux leather, metal, wood

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa

$16,400

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Brown Tufted Floating Three-Seat Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

cushions resting on a floating wooden base. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY)

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Dunbar Edward Wormley Deep Blue Alpaca Sofa Mid-Century Modern

$16,000

Dunbar Edward Wormley Deep Blue Alpaca Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY Rare Mid-Century Rich Royal Blue Alpaca Three-seat Sofa by Edward Wormley for

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury 101in Model 488 Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,520Sale Price|20% Off

Midcentury 101in Model 488 Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

488 midcentury sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar 1960s Dunbar sofa model 488, designed by Edward

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Down

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

$12,000

Edward Wormley Model 4907 Sofa by Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Highland, IN

n our opinion, this Ed Wormely design for Dunbar is one of the most spectacular sofas ever made

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Well Designed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, Mid-Century Modern

$3,800

Well Designed Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Very stylish Edward Wormley Dunbar sofa with fabulous solid walnut details . This sofa has bold

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 495 Sofa

$17,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 495 Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

This sofa has beautiful lines and a gently curved back. A true classic. The fabric is original and

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

$5,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hamburg, PA

A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

$5,500

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley on Brass Legs

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Fully restored in beautiful fog grey mohair over polished brass legs. Sofa designed by Edward

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Open Frame Sofa, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

$8,354

Edward Wormley Open Frame Sofa, Dunbar, USA, 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A very rare two-seat Edward Wormley open frame sofa, made by Dunbar, in the USA, 1950s. Newly

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$4,795

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 97 wide x 33 deep x 28

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

A Classic Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa With Rosewood Legs Model 4907

$7,800

A Classic Edward Wormley Dunbar Sofa With Rosewood Legs Model 4907

By Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa, model 4907, with six rosewood legs. Nine feet long.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$16,850

12 Foot Dunbar Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

Twelve feet long! Custom made Dunbar sofa designed by Edward Wormley. This was reupholstered 10

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

$5,200

Dunbar Single Arm Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This is a wonderful example of a period sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Circa 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

$5,110

Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A good Mid-Century Modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with flared back and arms and loose

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern

$9,600Sale Price|20% Off

Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs. Model 4906. This piece retains

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Modernist Ash Two Tier Sofa Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$3,880Sale Price|20% Off

Modernist Ash Two Tier Sofa Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Montreal, QC

Modernist Ash two tier sofa table model no 5403 inset with black formica by Edward Wormley for

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Ash

Fabulous 2-Piece Edward Wormley Dunbar Long Low Mid-Century Sofa

$10,000 / set

Fabulous 2-Piece Edward Wormley Dunbar Long Low Mid-Century Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous 2 piece long low Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa. This is perfect for you designers who

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Model 4907 sofa for Dunbar Mid Century

$11,000

Edward Wormley Model 4907 sofa for Dunbar Mid Century

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

$8,250

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Leather Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Coronado, CA

This Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Bracket Back" sofa has been fully restored and features a

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 91 wide x 32 deep x 28

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

$6,095

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Bracket Back Sofa This sofa measures: 84.5 wide x 31 deep x

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery

$4,950

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Light Blue Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, sofa, model 5150, fabric, metal, United States, 1950s. The sofa exudes

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool

$44,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Sectional Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$48,000

Sectional Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1960s, USA, two-piece sectional sofa. The sofa features split arm

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green and Beige Striped Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa

$14,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Green and Beige Striped Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

back and three seat cushions. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY).

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Vinyl Leopard Print Upholstered Three Seat Sofa

$25,500

Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Vinyl Leopard Print Upholstered Three Seat Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

removable seat cushions, resting on three sets of square walnut legs. (EDWARD J WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$18,000Sale Price|20% Off

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully updated and restored. The iconic bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool

$12,500

1950s 98" Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5526 armless sofa Mohair and Wool

By Edward Wormley

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1950s iconic armless sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture model 5526

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

$15,015Sale Price|20% Off

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"

By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York" Rare sofa by American designer Edward J

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar - Mid Century Angled Sofa - Model 5305

$7,500

Edward Wormley for Dunbar - Mid Century Angled Sofa - Model 5305

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Decatur, GA

Large angled sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. Model 5305. White oak legs with brass

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair

$14,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Holly Hunt Mohair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A classic clean lined sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. We have updated with Great Plains Mohair

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$12,000

Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This mid-century modern sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture has been updated with a new

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Armless 'Sled' Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1934

$9,500

Armless 'Sled' Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1934

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An armless sofa or bench or banquet on laminated mahogany "sled" feet.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

$55,000

Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar

By Rogers & Goffigon, Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA, La Gondola sofa. The extra long sofa features a mahogany

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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Edward Wormley Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal edward wormley couch for your home. Each edward wormley couch for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer edward wormley couch, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each edward wormley couch bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Baker Furniture Company each produced at least one beautiful edward wormley couch that is worth considering.

How Much is a Edward Wormley Couch?

A edward wormley couch can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,500, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $48,800.

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.

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