Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the English roll arm couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
fabric,
velvet and
linen, every English roll arm couch was constructed with great care. Find 5 options for an antique or vintage English roll arm couch now, or shop our selection of 14 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the English roll arm couch you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An English roll arm couch is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
modern and
mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made English roll arm couch over the years, but those crafted by
Bloom Home Inc,
Gubi and
A. Rudin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Prices for an English roll arm couch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $15 and can go as high as $26,754, while the average can fetch as much as $5,190.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.