Five Seater Sofa
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Sectional Sofas
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Fiberglass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Sectional Sofas
Steel, Other
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Linen, Wood, Elm
Vintage 1940s European Sofas
Velvet
2010s Italian Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Cotton, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Lambskin
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Pine
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Loveseats
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Sectional Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Living Room Sets
Rattan
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sectional Sofas
Naugahyde, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood, Down
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair
20th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Elm
Late 20th Century British Victorian Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Victorian Settees
Leather
Late 20th Century British Victorian Settees
Leather
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather
20th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Mid-20th Century Swiss Brutalist Sectional Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swiss Brutalist Sectional Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swiss Brutalist Sectional Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas
Fabric
20th Century French Sofas
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary English Chesterfield Furniture
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather
Five Seater 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 size is a two-seater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024There is no standard size for a two-seater sofa. However, most sofas designed to accommodate two people are around 60 to 63 inches long. Standard sofa depths are around 37 to 40 inches, while seat heights are typically 17 or 18 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of sofas.
- How long is a three-seater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024How long a three-seater sofa is varies from piece to piece. However, most sofas designed to seat three adults are somewhere between 70 and 87 inches long. The average size is around 84 inches in length. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The average size of a three-seater sofa is around 90 inches wide. Generally, one person needs about 30 inches of space to relax comfortably on a sofa. However, three-seater sofas may be larger or smaller in size. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
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