Contemporary Extra Long Taupe Leather Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary extra long sofa (11.5' wide) with taupe leather cushions and a polished dark wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Extra Long Taupe Leather Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary extra long sofa (11.5' wide) with taupe leather cushions and a polished dark wood
Leather, Wood
Black Wool & Antique Brass "L" Sectional
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
blend upholstery. This item can function as three independent pieces, lined up to create an extra long
Steel
Large Leather Farnese Sofa by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Dino Gavina
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
/ Ultrarazionale/ Dino Gavina. It dates from the 1990s. It is a timeless design. This high quality extra long sofa
Leather
Edward Wormley La Gondola Sofa for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Rogers & Goffigon, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, c.1950s, USA, La Gondola sofa. The extra long sofa features a mahogany
Upholstery, Mahogany
Customizable Montis Fox Sofa by GIJS PAPAVOINE
By Montis, Gijs Papavoine
Located in New York, NY
for seamless integration of the various elements. Extra-long sofas, various corner configurations are
Upholstery
$80,000 / set
H 33 in W 144 in D 39.5 in
Large Three-Seater Sofa & Two Armchairs from the collection of Thierry Despont
By Thierry Despont
Located in New York, NY
furniture makers he revered. This extra-long sofa & two matching toffee-colored leather armchairs graced
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
$12,053 / set
H 27.56 in W 126.78 in D 89.38 in
Team Form AG Trio Modular Sofa for COR, 1972, Set of 6
By Team Form AG, COR
Located in Vicenza, IT
those family gatherings, the extra-long sofa keeps even the most quarrelsome relatives at a distance
Cotton, Foam
$1,108Sale Price|20% Off
H 15 in W 60 in D 20 in
Mid Century Coffee Table with Drawer Stanley Furniture
By Stanley
Located in Baltimore, MD
. The perfect length to pair with an extra long sofa, in great original condition. Featuring rectangular
Walnut
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.5 in W 59.5 in D 16 in
Mid Century Kipp Stewart Drexel Coffee Table Bench
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
extra long sofa. Features a rectangular top with a sculpted turned edge trim, that runs the length of
Walnut
$3,895
H 17 in W 63.25 in D 23.5 in
Grete Jalk for Glostrup Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Coffee Table
By Grete Jalk, Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Baltimore, MD
, circa 1960's. The perfect length to pair with an extra long sofa. Features a rectangular top with a
Rosewood
Extra Long Mid Century Modular 6-Seat Sofa
By Lewittes Furniture Enterprises
Located in New York, NY
to form one very long sofa (143 inch) or used in shorter configurations, each chair is section 23 in
Upholstery, Oak
$3,975 / item
H 34 in W 99.25 in D 32 in
Fine Quality Extra Long Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Sofa 1950s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Fine Quality Extra Long Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Sofa, circa 1950s, is a stunning
Walnut
Vintage Regency Velvet Curved Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This magnificent extra-long curved sofa is a masterpiece of Regency-inspired design, perfect for
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Georg Thams Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Leather Sofas - Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extra long Danish sofas with original leather upholstery that are very comfortable. One of the
Leather, Rosewood
$6,500
H 31 in W 100.5 in D 30 in
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Minerva Daybed Sofa France and Sons Denmark
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Rare Extra Long Danish modern Minerva Daybed Sofa. Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for
Teak
$24,500 / set
H 29.5 in W 180 in D 34 in
Stunning Hollywood Regency Tufted 2-Piece Curved Sectional Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Hollywood Regency an extra long two-part sofa with a deep tufted back. The sofa splits in
Upholstery
Ed Wormley Extra Long Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Extra long sofa by Ed Wormley, circa 1960s. Simple clean lines with walnut legs. Newly
Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 63.78 in D 23.23 in
Mid-Century Danish Extra Long Palisander Coffee Table by Grete Jalk for Glostrup
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, CH
Extra long coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup in the 1960s, made in Denmark. The
Rosewood
Midcentury Extra Long Sofa Table
Located in Pomona, CA
Midcentury extra long sofa table. The base has wood carved detail. The light comes through gives an
Mahogany
Baughman for Lane Extra Long Sofa
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Sexy long and curvaceous sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Lane Furniture, craft line. This
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Extra Long Sofa in Wavey Velvet
By Milo Baughman
Located in North York, ON
This midcentury style sofa features a wide and low profile frame, the piece is newly upholstered in
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 26.5 in W 110 in L 26.5 in
Minotti Navy Blue Extra Long Sofa Made in Italy with Knoll Key West Pillows
By Minotti
Located in West Hartford, CT
This signed floating sofa is the quintessential modern-day sofa as Minotti sees it: welcoming
Aluminum, Chrome
Extra Long Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa in Granite Velvet
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
A truly exquisite example of "Mid-Century Modern Design" at its best. Extra long sofa (99
Velvet, Walnut
Grete Jalk Four-Seat Sofa
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
displayed in the scalloped back support, which holds the cushions in place. A rare, extra-long sofa by one
Midcentury Leather Sectional Sofa
By Cy Mann
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
also be used as an extra long sofa that would span 142''. Configured as shown allow 112'' on either
Chrome
Extra Long Curved Single Arm Sofa Style of Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous extra-long slightly curved single armed sofa on casters in the style of Harvey Probber
Velvet
Sold
H 25 in W 127 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa XL Travertine Marble End Tables 889-S
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent and coveted signed Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates extra-long sofa with walnut front trim
Travertine
Sold
H 29.5 in W 99.5 in D 34.5 in
Powder Blue Lawson Style Four Cushion Sofa Vintage, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Topeka, KS
can’t go wrong with this extra-long sofa no matter your décor. It’s simple lines blend with and
Fabric
Extra-Long 60's Capitone Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra-long 1960's capitone sofa re-upholstered with champagne velvet
Teak, Velvet
Extra Long Mid-Century Leather Sofa
By Gelderland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra-long low and stealth black leather mega sofa. Minor markings and scratching on arms. Nice
Leather
Handsome Extra Long Knoll Style Leather Sofa
By Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome extra long Knoll style streamline cognac colored leather sofa with 2 bolster pillows and
Leather
Extra-Long Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
Extremely rare large-scale serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Fully restored down to its bones
Cotton, Maple
Extra Long Gelderland 4 Seater Sofa by Rob Parry
By Robert Parry, Gelderland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra long midcentury Gelderland 4 seater velour upholstered sofa by famed Dutch designer Rob Parry
Upholstery
Extra Long Serpentine Style Sofa in Sage Green Velvet
Located in North Miami, FL
A large serpentine style sofa reupholstered in sage green velvet. Although there was no label
Velvet
Extra Long, 36’ Hans Roebers Leather Snake Beanbag Sofa, 1970s
By Hanshan Roebers 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
XL leather snake beanbag sofa, designed by Hans Roebers in the 1970s, measuring 36 feet in length
Leather
Sold
H 26 in W 103 in D 32.5 in
Extra Long Adrian Pearsall Sofa for Crafts Associates, Model 2408, 1960
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hamburg, PA
. Extra long version of this sofa. New fabric suggested. Cushions not available.
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 28 in W 73 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Midcentury Russell Woodard Rare Extra Long “Sculptura” Wrought Iron Sofa
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
coveted “Sculptura” collection. The rare extra long design. Fully restored with a fully sand blasted and
Wrought Iron
Signed Minotti Made in Italy Extra Long Navy Blue Floating Sofa
By Minotti
Located in West Hartford, CT
This signed floating sofa is the quintessential modern-day sofa as Minotti sees it: welcoming
Aluminum, Chrome
Sold
H 30 in W 117 in D 31 in
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Extra Long Walnut Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century extra long walnut gondola sofa Sofa measures: 117
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 27.75 in W 100.5 in D 34 in
Vintage Mid-Century Four Cushion Extra-Long Lawson Style Golden Yellow Sofa
By Lawson
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful golden yellow Mid-Century sofa in Lawson style extra-long with four cushions. This circa
Fabric, Wood
Extra Long Gerard van den Berg Style Cognac Leather Sofa by Topform
By Topform, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Massive Gerard van den Berg style cognac leather sofa by Topform. Over 9 ft long, with original
Leather
Extra Long Danish Modern Light Blue Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous and rare 92 inch (or 7 1/2) feet long Mid-Century Modern reupholstered slat back sofa
Sold
H 32 in W 174 in L 32 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Sofa Extra Long Built in Teak End Side Tables Drawers
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Upholstery, unusual extra long mid century modern sofa with built in end tables. The sofa alone
Upholstery, Teak
Long Regency Tufted Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Extra long 1930s regency tufted sofa. fabric is in great condition and cushion features a wonderful
Wood, Upholstery
9 ft Long Mid-Century Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Extra long 5 seater sofa. Mid-century modern by Selig. Arms flare up from back. Similar to style
Fabric, Wood
Custom Curved Tufted Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Extra long custom curved pink tufted sofa on walnut plinth base. New upholstery.
Walnut
4 piece Bamboo Sectional Sofa
By Maguire
Located in New York, NY
, with loose cushion backs and seats. Nice extra long roomy and comfortable sofa.
Bamboo
Sold
H 28.5 in W 60 in D 34 in
Vintage Modern Tuxedo Style Love Seats Rust Fabric by Pem-Kay Furniture a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
a longer living room you could put them side by side and use as an extra-long sofa and even place a
Fabric
Sold
H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Modern Long Coffee Table in Solid Teak by Svante Skogh, Denmark 1963
By Svante Skogh
Located in Beograd, RS
Skogh. The table is done in solid teak and features beautiful, soft edges and an extra long top suitable
Teak
Sold
H 26.25 in W 86 in D 18 in
Harvey Probber Bleached Mahogany, Brass, and Cane Console Table, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern extra long console table, sofa table, or room divider By
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Extra Long Sofa/Settee, 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Swedish Gustavian style painted extra long sofa/settee, 20th century. Classic daybed sofa design in
Wood
Extra Long Sofa by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
Unusually long ( 107" ) International Style sofa, by Steelcase. This sofa has a bright chorme base
Chrome
Sold
H 31.11 in W 98.82 in D 27.96 in
Xxl Hans J. Wegner Extra Long Sofa Ap 32 Oak and Striped Savak AP Stolen 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare to find this Classic sofa AP 32 exstra long by the Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner
Wool, Oak
Danish Modern Classic Grete Jalk Long Four-Seat Sofa
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in Washington, DC
, extra long sofa that is very comfortable and looks great from every direction.
Upholstery, Teak
Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture
By Edward Wormley
Located in Wilton, CT
Make a statement with this extra-long sofa by Edward Wormley. We've freshly upholstered this
Wood, Upholstery
Børge Mogensen Four-Seat Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1958
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Paris, FR
Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1958. Perfect lines and proportions. Extra long sofa. Newly upholstered with a
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Oak
Harvey Probber Double-Arm Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
extra long sofa has a timeless rectilinear design with four seats, each with a loose seat and back
Upholstery, Wood
Iconic De Sede DS 600 Non-Stop 36-Piece Modular Leather Sofa
By De Sede, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger
Located in Lambertville, NJ
inches wide. With theses many pieces, the extra long sofa / couch can be configured in countless ways
Leather, Wood
Grasscloth Parson's Style Textured Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
covered with a distinctive textured grasscloth veneer. Extra long sofa table features a wooden frame and
Grasscloth
Sold
H 25 in W 127 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sofa XL Travertine Marble End Tables 889-S
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent and coveted signed Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates extra-long sofa with walnut front trim
Travertine
Midcentury Four Cushion Lawson Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Style Velvet
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Topeka, KS
and grooved legs. You can’t go wrong with this extra-long sofa no matter your décor. It’s simple lines
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Grete Jalk Style Bassett Surfboard Coffee Table
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
length to pair with an extra long sofa. Features a rectangular top with a sculpted turned edge trim, that
Walnut
Extra-Long Classic Mohair Sofa
By James Mont
Located in North Miami, FL
Fresh from a Southampton estate, this incredible high quality long sofa with single seat cushion
Mohair
Incredible Extra Long Custom-Made Sofa Bench Table
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Great sofa, bench, with table surface at end, custom designed by architect. Fine craftsmanship
Upholstery, Walnut
Extra Long 1970’s Bench Sofa by Thomas De Ángelis
By Thomas De Angelis
Located in New York, NY
Impressive extra long bench sofa by note maker, Thomas DeAngles. This bench form sofa is
Upholstery
Sold
H 28.5 in W 122 in D 34 in
Extra Long Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa after Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super long floating midcentury sofa from the 1960s. This sofa comes in two pieces, and get bolted
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 18 in W 60 in D 20 in
Modernist Coffee Table Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball, Scandinavian Design
By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in Buffalo, NY
. The perfect length to pair with an extra long sofa. Features , rectangular top, above a unique slatted
Birch, Walnut
14 Foot Long Adrian Pearsall 2834-S Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hanover, MA
***SUMMER SALE 50% OFF*** Extraordinary one of a kind 1960 vintage custom order extra long
Naugahyde, Walnut
Sold
H 28 in W 102 in D 35 in
Long Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Frame Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
extra long low profile sofa was designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the 1950's. It's
Fabric, Walnut
Exceptional 4-Seat French Sofa from the 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Extra long 4-seat sofa from the 1950s coming from the lobby of a French hotel. This sofa have
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
Beautiful Biscuit Tufted Ledge Back Sofa by William Haines
By William Billy Haines
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A classic example of the work of William Haines this sofa is extra long. All the important Haines
Fabric, Hardwood
Monumental Sofa in Teddy Mohair by Pierre Frey, France circa 1870
Located in Culver City, CA
Extra long Napoleon III Sofa reupholstered in a teddy mohair and cotton blend by Pierre Frey 120.5”L x
Mohair, Cotton
Sold
H 28 in W 90 in D 38 in
Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Charles Sofa Chrome Legs Italy Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a chic, extra long, straight sofa, on chrome legs, by B&B Italia
Chrome
Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design
By AK47 Design
Located in Boston, MA
Zen fire pit by AK47 Design. Steel fire pit Ø1800 mm. Zen is a wood-burning outdoor fire pit with a round steel crown and built-in brazier. Stone, gravel, volcanic stones and san...
Steel
$6,212
H 44 in W 90 in D 88 in
King Size Bed Upholstered in Ivory Fabric with Walnut Finish, Elbow Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Elbow King size bed by Uultis in walnut finish with ivory twill weave fabric. Introducing the Elbow King Bed by Uultis, a perfect fusion of charm and sophistication that transfor...
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
$17,106 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
AZUCENA LUIGI CACCIA DoMINIONI n5 APPENDIABITI OTTONE 1950 ITALY
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
BELLISSIMI N.5 APPENDIABITI AZUCENA di Luigi Caccia Dominioni del 1950 in ottimo stato di conservazione. Provenienti da una casa Milanese
Brass
Marango Bed Frame by Alberto Smania for Smania Studio Interni
By Smania
Located in Conversano, IT
Beautiful and luxurious bed from the Marango series designed by Alberto Smania and produced by the namesake company Smania Studio Interni in 1967. A piece of extraordinary craftsmans...
Brass
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$12,717Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 100.4 in D 37.8 in
Arflex Marenco Sofa in Fabric Heidi and Candy by Mario Marenco
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marenco Sofa is designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex. This sofa features the system with making the armrest and seat as the base portion. There is a metal tubular frame facilitated f...
Metal
$2,615Sale Price|56% Off
H 28.75 in W 128.75 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Leather Charles Corner Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 1997, the Charles sofa collection is manufactured by B&B Italia and is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design. Inspired by and...
Leather
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Luigi Caccia Dominioni sofa, L4 "Chesa Laria" model, Azucena Edition circa 1960, Italy.` Model created in 1959, small production. Sculptural walnut wood structure, new upholster...
Metal
Pair of French art Deco Side Chairs by Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ART DECO SIDE CHAIRS BY PAUL FOLLOT Indulge in the opulent allure of these exquisite side chairs, meticulously handcrafted from luxurious stained beech in the timeless French Art De...
Beech
$5,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 120 in D 34 in
1970s Modular Slim Chenille Tan Sectional on Castors
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sectional you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it...
Upholstery, Wood
$3,011 / set
H 25.2 in W 22.84 in D 13.78 in
Pair of Italian Art Deco Wood Marble Top Night Stands Bedside Tables
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega, Dassi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Modern pair of night stands bed side tables with greatly decorated wooden structure, one drawer and curved white marble to...
Marble, Brass
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 128 in D 36 in
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional example of the work of Adrian Pearsall, this sofa is in excellent original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age. Rarely seen Cloud so...
Upholstery, Walnut
$268,430
H 57 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
One-of-a-kind 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Located in London, GB
*Winner of the 2022 Masterpiece Fair Furniture Highlight* The 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Bog Yew Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin Carved entirely from Irish bog yew wood, ...
Upholstery, Yew
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
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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