What is a tufted sofa?

In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.

What is the most comfortable sofa?

The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.

What is a sofa plinth?

A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.

What is a sofa suite?

Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.

What is a sofa armchair?

A 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.

What is a serpentine sofa?

A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.

What is a recamier sofa?

A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Sheraton sofa?

A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a chaise on a sofa?

A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."

What is a modular sofa?

A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a studio sofa?

A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.

What is an Empire sofa?

The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an Italian sofa?

An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.

When was the sofa invented?

No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a sofa?

Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Nelson sofa?

A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a bergère sofa?

A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.

A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

For The Sofa

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Fiord-Mustard by Giulio Iacchetti

$43,890 / item

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Fiord-Mustard by Giulio Iacchetti

By Giulio Iacchetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sofa-fortress, solid and welcoming, whose surface imitates the natural irregularities of stone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Kraft-Bordeaux by Giulio Iacchetti

$43,890 / item

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Kraft-Bordeaux by Giulio Iacchetti

By Giulio Iacchetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sofa-fortress, solid and welcoming, whose surface imitates the natural irregularities of stone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Slate-Magenta by Giulio Iacchetti

$43,890 / item

Newcastle 202 Leather Sofa in Slate-Magenta by Giulio Iacchetti

By Giulio Iacchetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sofa-fortress, solid and welcoming, whose surface imitates the natural irregularities of stone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newcastle 232 Leather Sofa in Kraft-Bordeaux by Giulio Iacchetti

$43,890 / item

Newcastle 232 Leather Sofa in Kraft-Bordeaux by Giulio Iacchetti

By Giulio Iacchetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sofa-fortress, solid and welcoming, whose surface imitates the natural irregularities of stone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Newcastle 232 Leather Sofa in Sage-Red by Giulio Iacchetti

$43,890 / item

Newcastle 232 Leather Sofa in Sage-Red by Giulio Iacchetti

By Giulio Iacchetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sofa-fortress, solid and welcoming, whose surface imitates the natural irregularities of stone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Psyche Everis 900 Fabric Upholstery Meridien Sofa by Casa Casati

$18,777 / item

Psyche Everis 900 Fabric Upholstery Meridien Sofa by Casa Casati

Located in Geneve, CH

Psyche Everis 900 Fabric Upholstery Meridien Sofa by Casa Casati Dimensions: D 100 x W 240 x H 70 cm.

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet

$14,000

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Stamford, CT

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Cloud Sofa, Beige Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1980s The Cloud Sofa, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 19...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

Palace Sofa I in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions

$25,143 / item

Palace Sofa I in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Palace Sofa I in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions Dimensions: D 170 x W 240 x H 85 cm.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Palace Sofa III in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions

$38,469 / item

Palace Sofa III in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Palace Sofa III in Dedar Milano Karakorum Bouclé by Paloma Editions Dimensions: D 173 x W 400 x H 85 cm.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, DEDAR Mustard Mohair, Handmade by Greenapple

$15,428 / item

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, DEDAR Mustard Mohair, Handmade by Greenapple

By Dedar, Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut

Modern Uffo DEDAR Ivory Boucle Curved Sofa, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

$17,882 / item

Modern Uffo DEDAR Ivory Boucle Curved Sofa, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Dedar, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Uffo Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Jacquard, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Black Leather “Jupiter” Three-Seater Sofa by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960

$4,550

Black Leather “Jupiter” Three-Seater Sofa by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1960

Located in Dronten, NL

The “Jupiter” sofa is distinguished by its precise tailoring, reflecting Norell’s attention to structural clarity and human-centered design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Early Baker Sofa by One Collection, Denmark — Teak Frame & Original Fabric

$14,500

Early Baker Sofa by One Collection, Denmark — Teak Frame & Original Fabric

By Onecollection, Finn Juhl

Located in Dronten, NL

A highly desirable, museum-quality sofa—rare, elegant, and an essential piece for the dedicated Finn Juhl collector.

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

$10,980Sale Price|69% Off

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

This way, the sofa lends itself to small but also very large environments, without ever losing its stylistic aspect.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Small Folk Art Sofa

$2,857

Mid 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Small Folk Art Sofa

Located in Boden, SE

A charming antique sofa from the mid-1800s. The sofa is from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden It's petite and compact, perfect for smaller spaces.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Sofas

Materials

Pine

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P_10

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P_10

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P04

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P04

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - S020

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - S020

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - B01

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - B01

By Mogg, Studio Nove3

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V31

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V31

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - C09

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - C09

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V33

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V33

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V39

$22,948 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - V39

By Mogg, Studio Nove3

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P35

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - P35

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

$22,880 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Modular Sofa is a contemporary seating system distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Chrome, Quality Fabric, Czech, 1930s

$4,342

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Robert Slezak, Chrome, Quality Fabric, Czech, 1930s

By Robert Slezák

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant sofa from the early 20th century originates from the renowned Slezákovy závody workshop.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

$6,770

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

Located in Almelo, NL

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s Elegant Art Deco sofa from Prague, 1930s, crafted in richly figured walnut and featuring a rare pull-out daybed mec...

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

$12,775Sale Price|51% Off

Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

By Tacchini, Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

This way, the sofa lends itself to small but also very large environments, without ever losing its stylistic aspect.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Prisma Sofa, Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1963

$27,428

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Prisma Sofa, Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1963

By Ludvig Pontoppidan, Raf Simons, Kvadrat, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in The Hague, NL

This extremely rare sofa named Prisma was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wenge

Toe Sofa in Stone Gray Teak and Outdoor Fabric Contemporary Sculptural Design

$5,942 / item

Toe Sofa in Stone Gray Teak and Outdoor Fabric Contemporary Sculptural Design

By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Toe sofa in stone gray teak and outdoor technical fabric, contemporary sculptural style inspired by 1970s space-age design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Space Age Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Cinna / Ligne Roset Daybed Sofa GAO Design Jean Paul Laloy

$3,428

Cinna / Ligne Roset Daybed Sofa GAO Design Jean Paul Laloy

By Cinna (Ligne Roset)

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Cinna / Ligne Roset Sofa Daybed Model GAO designed by Jean Paul Laloy.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Saturno Sofa by Gastone Rinaldi, 1958, Italy

$4,198Sale Price|60% Off

Mid-Century Modern Saturno Sofa by Gastone Rinaldi, 1958, Italy

By Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Seattle, WA

We can work with you to re-upholster the sofa to a fabric of your choice.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Three-Seaters

$17,594

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Three-Seaters

By Muller Van Severen

Located in Barcelona, ES

Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL Editions, the Pillow sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system for BD.

Category

2010s Spanish Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Corner Module

$5,303

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Corner Module

By Muller Van Severen

Located in Barcelona, ES

Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL Editions, the Pillow sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system for BD.

Category

2010s Spanish Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Central Module

$3,724

Pillow Sofa x KASSL, Muller Van Severen, Lacquered Cotton, Central Module

By Muller Van Severen

Located in Barcelona, ES

Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL Editions, the Pillow sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system for BD.

Category

2010s Spanish Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Polyester

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

$10,857 / item

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 3 modules, Cotton Dimensions: 240 x 85 x 68 cm 94.4 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 3 modules, Light Blue Cotton The Pillow Sofa Modu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil

$27,000

Vintage 'Mole' Solid Rosewood Sofa by Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Mole sofa is Sergio Rodrigues' signature piece designed between 1956 and 1957, giving rise to the famous and award-winning Mole armchair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Flexform Feel Good Ten Alto Three Seater Sofa by Antonio Citterio

$2,803Sale Price|50% Off

Flexform Feel Good Ten Alto Three Seater Sofa by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Rochester, England

There is pilling on the arms, which is typical for fabric sofas. Despite this, the sofa maintains its structural integrity and remains comfortable and stylish, retaining its high-qua...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

$8,708 / item

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

By Muller Van Severen, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 3 modules, Corduroy Dimensions: 240 x 85 x 68 cm 94.4 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 3 modules, Scala SC15 Sky The Pillow Sofa Modul...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

$13,623 / item

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

By Muller Van Severen, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 4 modules, Cotton Dimensions: 310 x 85 x 68 cm 122 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 4 modules, Light Blue Muller Van Severen’s Pillow ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Limited Edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

$43,703

Limited Edition Tramonto A New York Sofa by Gaetano Pesce

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

The Tramonto a New York sofa, reproduced in an exclusive limited series of 50 pieces, maintains all of its expressive power and the relevancy of the original 1980 design.

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Les Bains Sofa by Tristan Auer, Modern Tinted Beechwood Design

$18,571

Les Bains Sofa by Tristan Auer, Modern Tinted Beechwood Design

By Tristan Auer

Located in Paris, FR

This sofa, is made of tinted beechwood, and it has a domed seat cushion.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

$6,468 / item

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Sky Blue Corduroy

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 2 modules, Corduroy Dimensions: 170 x 85 x 68 cm 66.9 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 2 modules, Scala SC15 Sky The Pillow Sofa Modul...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa Directional

$4,000Sale Price / set|50% Off

Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa Directional

By Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large modular 9 section sofa. Very soft comfortable sofa with style from the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Upholstery

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

$9,943 / item

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 3 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 240 x 85 x 68 cm 94.4 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 3 modules, Vortice Green tea - VO804 The Pillow S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

$12,400 / item

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 4 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 310 x 85 x 68 cm 122 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 4 modules, Vortice Green tea - VO804 The Pillow So...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Navy Blue Canvas

$12,400 / item

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Navy Blue Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 4 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 310 x 85 x 68 cm 122 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 4 modules, Vortice Navy Blue - VO706 The Pillow So...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery

$8,674Sale Price|31% Off

Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This elegant Biedermeier sofa from Southern Germany, dating from around 1825, represents the very essence of early 19th-century design.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

$7,474 / item

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Green Tea Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 2 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 170 x 85 x 68 cm 66.9 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 2 modules, Vortice Green tea - VO804 The Pillow S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Corner Sofa Tailored British Wool Denim Blue Coil Sprung Handmade

$13,799Sale Price / item|20% Off

Contemporary Corner Sofa Tailored British Wool Denim Blue Coil Sprung Handmade

By Stuart Scott

Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire

Constructed with a solid beech frame, and a coil-sprung seat featuring loose feather and down wrapped cushions, back and side for the utmost comfort. The Enchanté Sofa is available ...

Category

20th Century English Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Navy Blue Canvas

$7,474 / item

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Navy Blue Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 2 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 170 x 85 x 68 cm 66.9 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 2 modules, Vortice Navy Blue - VO706 The Pillow S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Large Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

$15,573 / item

Luxury Italian Contemporary Fabric Large Sofa Mogg Alba by Studio Nove.3 - T61

By Studio Nove3, Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Designed by Studio Nove.3 for Mogg, the Alba Sofa is a contemporary three-seat sofa distinguished by its soft, enveloping forms, timeless design, and exceptional comfort.

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

$9,943 / item

Customizable Sofa 3 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 3 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 240 x 85 x 68 cm 94.4 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 3 modules, Vortice Forest Green - VO800 The Pillo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Handmade Céline Sofa Velvet Upholstery with Oak Base by Nolita Harbour

$11,257 / item

Handmade Céline Sofa Velvet Upholstery with Oak Base by Nolita Harbour

Located in Carvalhosa, PT

The Céline sofa features a unique ribbed design on its exterior, wrapped in soft boucle fabric, while the interior seating area is upholstered in luxurious velvet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Oak

Restored Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm 3-Seat Section Sofa

$6,825Sale Price|30% Off

Restored Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm 3-Seat Section Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored Art Deco 8-strand rattan square pretzel arm sectional sofa with seating for three people. The sofa features Paul frankl inspired square pretzel armrest in a rare 8-stand con...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

$8,080 / item

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Light Blue Cotton

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 2 modules, Cotton Dimensions: 170 x 85 x 68 cm 66.9 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 2 modules, Light Blue Cotton The Pillow Sofa Modu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

$12,400 / item

Customizable Sofa 4 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 4 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 310 x 85 x 68 cm 122 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 4 modules, Vortice Forest Green - VO800 The Pillow...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, DEDAR Beige Mohair, Handmade by Greenapple

$16,571

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, DEDAR Beige Mohair, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins, Dedar

Located in Lisboa, PT

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Wood, Mohair, Velvet, Lacquer

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

$7,474 / item

Customizable Sofa 2 modules 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, Forest Green Canvas

By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen

Located in Paris, IDF

Sofa 'Pillow' by Muller Van Severen, 2 modules, Canvas Dimensions: 170 x 85 x 68 cm 66.9 x 33.5 x 26.8 in Model presented : Sofa 2 modules, Vortice Forest Green - VO800 The Pillo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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For The Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the for the sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A for the sofa — often made from fabric, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Find 82 options for an antique or vintage for the sofa now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the for the sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right for the sofa, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made for the sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis and Artifort are consistently popular.

How Much is a For The Sofa?

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Questions About For The Sofa

What is a tufted sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a Dune sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
What is the most comfortable sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
What is a sofa plinth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
What is a sofa suite?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
What is a sofa armchair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
A 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.
What is a serpentine sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
What is a recamier sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Sheraton sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
What is a chaise on a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
What is a modular sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a studio sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
What is an Empire sofa?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is an Italian sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
Is a sofa a chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
When was the sofa invented?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Nelson sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a bergère sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
What is boucle sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

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