English Armchair Sofa
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Beech
Early 20th Century Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s Sofas
Fabric
2010s Sofas
Linen
20th Century English Kilim Sofas
Leather, Upholstery
2010s Sofas
Velvet
20th Century English Country Sofas
Linen, Beech
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Country Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Beech
Late 20th Century Sofas
Beech
Early 20th Century Sofas
Beech
2010s Sofas
Wool
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
Antique Early 19th Century Sofas
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Hardwood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Walnut
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Country Sofas
Linen, Beech
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Walnut
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Armchairs
Velvet
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Wood
20th Century English Country Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Art Deco Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary English Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Faux Fur, Fiberglass
20th Century Indian Armchairs
Tapestry, Wood
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century French Rococo Armchairs
Leather, Walnut
2010s Italian Armchairs
Textile
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Armchairs
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Country Armchairs
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Armchairs
Linen, Beech
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English Armchair Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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