With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the French stripe couch you’re looking for. A French stripe couch — often made from
fabric,
wood and
metal — can elevate any home. Find 73 options for an antique or vintage French stripe couch now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a French stripe couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right French stripe couch, those designed in
mid-century modern,
Art Deco and
Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one French stripe couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Louis Vuitton,
Atelier Lam and
Branco & Preto produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for a French stripe couch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $261 and can go as high as $41,815, while the average can fetch as much as $5,558.
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.