French Curved Sofa
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Foam
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Faux Leather
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s French Sectional Sofas
Metal, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Brass
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood, Velvet
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1920s French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood, Velvet
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
2010s French Sofas
Alpaca
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Sofas
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
2010s Sofas
Chenille
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Wool, Nylon, Polyester
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Leather, Maple, Chestnut, Wood, Rattan, Cane, Bamboo
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Rococo Sofas
Upholstery, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Sofas
Upholstery, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
20th Century Italian Directoire Sofas
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century Danish Baroque Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
20th Century French Sofas
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Wool, Fabric, Wood, Foam
20th Century French Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Foam, Wood, Wool
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Foam, Wool, Wood
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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 is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved sofa called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A curved sofa can be called many different things. Common names include arc sofa, arch sofa, crescent sofa and conversation sofa. You can shop a large selection of antique and vintage sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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