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Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Party" or Chesterfield Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Party" or Chesterfield Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar "Party" or Chesterfield Sofa

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Iconic Chesterfield sofa by Wormley for Dunbar. Fabric is in need of updating.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Edward Wormley Dunbar Floating Back Sofa
Edward Wormley Dunbar Floating Back Sofa

Edward Wormley Dunbar Floating Back Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Rare 1950s sofa design by Edward Wormley for Dunbar featuring a beautiful exposed mahogany frame

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair
Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair

Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A Classic tuxedo form with walnut legs and down pillows. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Edward Wormley Pair of Rare Fluted Leg Sofas
Edward Wormley Pair of Rare Fluted Leg Sofas

Edward Wormley Pair of Rare Fluted Leg Sofas

By Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar Upholstered Sofas, 11 button back with tufted deck, 3 loose down pillows. Newly

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 9' Tuxedo sofa, elegant yet modern, circa 1950s. Hard to beat the quality

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Tuxedo Sofa for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Tuxedo Sofa for Dunbar

Edward Wormley Tuxedo Sofa for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A straightforward modern design from Edward Wormley, this 1950s sofa has a three-sided, upholstered

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Janus Day Bed/Sofa
Edward Wormley Janus Day Bed/Sofa

Edward Wormley Janus Day Bed/Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar Janus Group Daybed/ Sofa Reupholstered with Great Plains Boucle

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Edward Wormley Triple Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley Triple Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley Triple Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar custom bracket back sofa, re-upholstered with Great Plains cotton blend fabric

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Curved Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley Curved Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley Curved Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar four bracket curved back sofa. Mahogany frame securely holds a reupholstered

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Even Arm Edward Wormley Style Sofa
Even Arm Edward Wormley Style Sofa

Even Arm Edward Wormley Style Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

and Back again! Has the look of a Wormley for Dunbar Sofa with Measurements about the same as well

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Classic Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley
Classic Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley

Classic Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Early model sofa by Edward Worley for Dunbar. Classic design, fully restored in charcoal mohair

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

the Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
the Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

the Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A curved sofa on tapered walnut legs retaining the gold upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Floral Print Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Floral Print Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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

Pillow Back Sofa by Edward Wormley
Pillow Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

Pillow Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A generously proportioned pillow back sofa with an undulating back, front casters, and original

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Wide Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley
Wide Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

Wide Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A well scaled sofa with a tight upholstered back and wide arms, newly upholstered in deep purple

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This excellent & handsome sofa has been fully restored. The body has been reupholstered in a supple

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Leather, Down, Feathers, Foam

Pair of Mahogany Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Mahogany Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Mahogany Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of mahogany framed sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Priced and sold

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley " La Gondola " Sofa for Dunbar, circa 1957
Edward Wormley " La Gondola " Sofa for Dunbar, circa 1957

Edward Wormley " La Gondola " Sofa for Dunbar, circa 1957

By Edward Wormley

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Edward Wormley " La Gondola " sofa Model 5719 for Dunbar circa 1957. This piece has been expertly

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Janus Corner Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Janus Corner Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Janus Corner Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Stamford, CT

A Janus Collection corner sofa produced by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley. Model 629A

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Mid-Century Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Mid-Century Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Wilton, CT

We have custom upholstered this classic Mid-Century Dunbar frame in a quality light grey velvet. Very solid feeling, comfortable, and in mint condition. Please call the shop to discu...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Brass Legged Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Brass Legged Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Brass Legged Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A classic brass legged sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored with down pillows

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Pair of Angled Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Pair of Angled Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Pair of Angled Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A matching pair of angled sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Beautifully restored with

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1960's Bracket Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
1960's Bracket Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

1960's Bracket Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Wilton, CT

Iconic Mid 1960's bracket sofa designed by Edward Wormley and made by Dunbar Furniture. All

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

White Leather Sofa Probably Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s
White Leather Sofa Probably Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

White Leather Sofa Probably Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Southampton, NY

Probably designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This is a beautiful long and low sofa. Four

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

An elegantly deigned sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Curved Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Curved Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Curved Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Curved sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored. Newly upholstered.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adelina Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Adelina Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Adelina Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in New York, NY

Adelina sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Curved seat complmented by brass legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Dunbar Curved Back Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Curved Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Curved Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Curved back sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Newly upholstered and bases refinished.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Dunbar "Big Texan" Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar "Big Texan" Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar "Big Texan" Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Big Texan" sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and reupholstered in mohair.  

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

"Party Sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
"Party Sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

"Party Sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

"Party Sofa" by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored and reupholstered in plush mohair.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Open-arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sculptural form sofa with Walnut bracket frames that

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair
Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair

Dunbar Sofa by Edward Wormley in Mohair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Newly upholstered in mohair over original finish

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

The bracket back sofa produced by Dunbar, designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1950s. One of

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Chesterfield Sofa by Edward Wormley
Chesterfield Sofa by Edward Wormley

Chesterfield Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A rare, generously proportioned and highly comfortable L-shaped sectional sofa on casters having

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather

Dunbar Daybed/Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960
Dunbar Daybed/Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960

Dunbar Daybed/Sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dunbar Daybed sofa by Edward Wormley, 1960. Daybed has brass legs and new white boucle with leather

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Bracket-Back Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Bracket-Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Bracket-Back Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Fully restored. Newly upholstered in plush

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Wide Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wide angle sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Large 8.5' long model. Original velvet upholstery

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley
Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley

Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Classic Dunbar sofas by Edward Wormley. Fully restored and reupholstered in grey mohair. Available

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Mohair

Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley
Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

Dunbar Open-Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Large-scale open-arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sculptural form sofa with exposed walnut

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Rare Dunbar Case Sofa by Edward Wormley
Rare Dunbar Case Sofa by Edward Wormley

Rare Dunbar Case Sofa by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare case sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Mahogany wood case with brass legs. Newly

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

A long, even armed sofa on bleached mahogany legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Recently

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley
Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley

Pair of Dunbar Sofas by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The beautiful form gives the appearance of

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Kansas City, MO

Completely restored Dunbar sofa designed by Edward Wormley. Even arm back, turned arm with down

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Linen
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Linen

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Linen

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950s. Fully restored, new

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas
Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas

Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of angled arm sofas with bracket back supports by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Reupholstered

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, circa 1954
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, circa 1954

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, circa 1954

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Westport, CT

Fully restored sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar originally in 1954. Sofa features

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofas
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofas

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofas, model no.488, features slight curved back and angled wing

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Edward Wormley for Dunbar even arm sofa, beautifully reupholstered in a Duralee Sculpted velvet

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hanover, MA

The 6525 Harlow Lounge Sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The product number was

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, Model 5485a
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, Model 5485a

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa, Model 5485a

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A long sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1950s. Features an “even arm” body with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid century sofa Sofa measures: 91.25 wide x 32.75 deep x 28.25 inches

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Harlow Lounge Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hanover, MA

The 6525 Harlow Lounge Sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. The product number was

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

mohair. Designed by Edward Wormley.

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas
Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas

Pair of Edward Wormley Split-Arm Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar, Pair of Angled Arm Sofas. Reupholstered with woven blend fabric and down

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley Wide V Sofas
Pair of Edward Wormley Wide V Sofas

Pair of Edward Wormley Wide V Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar pair of angled sofas, model 6329. Bleached mahogany base, reupholstered with

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley Pair of Double-Arm Sofas
Edward Wormley Pair of Double-Arm Sofas

Edward Wormley Pair of Double-Arm Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar, Rare Pair of Sofas, Model 5485A; features Double Arm details with angled sides

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Edward Wormley Pair of Split Arm Sofas
Edward Wormley Pair of Split Arm Sofas

Edward Wormley Pair of Split Arm Sofas

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar, Split-Arm Grey wool Sofas. Model 5948 Other dims: Seat height 18". Outside arm

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

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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.